Ep. 132: The Intersection of Love, AI, and Health - Alex Cahana (Venture Partner @ Impact Rooms)

Dr. Alex Cahana is a pain medicine physician and expert in ethical AI. Dr. Cahana reflects on changes since his last appearance in 2019, including the rise in Bitcoin prices, Purdue Pharma's settlement, and emerging interest in decentralized technologies. The conversation touches on the challenges of building trust in society, the ethical principles that should guide AI use, and the implications of personal data ownership. Dr. Cahana emphasizes the importance of transparency, minimizing data collection, and ensuring distributed benefits. He also delves into the philosophical aspects of love and creativity in AI, the need for innovative approaches to health crises like the opioid epidemic, and the vision for a post-labor, post-monetary world. The interview concludes with Dr. Cahana's belief in preparing for future societal changes and the importance of viewing technology as a tool for fostering interconnected and supportive communities.

Note: This episode was recorded in April of 2025 which may be reflected in the conversation. However, Alex shares insights that remain relevant for decades and it is in your best interest to listen and connect. Hope you enjoy! Let us know what you think!
Guest Resources

• NY Times 2010 article featuring Dr. Alex Cahana
• Dr. Alex Cahana LinkedIn
• Email: alex.cahana@impactrooms.com

00:00 Welcome to Health Unchained

01:18 Introducing Dr. Alex Cahana

03:24 Ethical AI and Data Ownership

06:25 AI and Social Engineering

12:35 The Concept of Love in AI

16:56 Creativity and Human Stupidity

20:28 Tokenizing Interactions and Value

21:17 Money as a Game and Future Economy

24:54 The Value of Currency and Alternatives

25:22 Human History and Relationships

27:16 Choices in Business and AI

28:30 The Importance of Time and Energy

30:18 Community and Connection

32:11 Engaging with Blockchain and Enterprises

36:00 Innovative Ideas and Resistance

39:59 Addressing the Opioid Crisis

44:22 Contemplating Life and Future Possibilities

47:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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