The Evolving Role of Technology in Media with Andy Beach Ep. 85

In this episode of the CG Pro podcast, Edd Dawson-Taylor interviews Andy Beach, former CTO of Microsoft, who shares his journey from aspiring filmmaker to a leading figure in technology and AI. Andy discusses his experiences at Microsoft, the evolution of technology, and the role of a CTO. He emphasizes the importance of understanding technology, the rapid changes brought by AI, and offers advice for those looking to explore AI for the first time. In this conversation, Andy Beach discusses the evolving role of AI in productivity, research, and storytelling. He emphasizes the need for AI to provide constructive criticism rather than just affirmation, and shares how he utilizes generative AI to enhance his workflow. The discussion also touches on the future of AI in everyday tasks, the importance of adapting to technological changes in careers, and the potential for a new era of remix culture in storytelling, where audiences can actively participate in narrative creation.

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The Evolving Role of Technology in Media with Andy Beach Ep. 85 is an episode from CG Pro Podcast by Edward Dawson-Taylor.

This episode is 67:08 long.

This episode was published on Jun 17, 2025.

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