The Soul of AI: Reimagining Wellness, Memory, and Human Connection with Ari Smith - 029

Can artificial intelligence truly enhance the human experience—rather than replace it? In this heart-expanding episode of The Dean’s List, entrepreneur and futurist Ari Smith reveals how AI can transform wellness, deepen human connection, and reimagine the future of hospitality.

From building an AI companion for his mother with dementia to pioneering cognitive state modeling in wellness and hospitality, Ari offers a new lens on technology: one rooted in presence, intuition, and empathy. We unpack how biometric personalization and AI agents can deepen—not dilute—our connections with ourselves and each other.

Whether you’re a wellness entrepreneur, a tech optimist, or simply craving purpose in a digital world, this episode invites you to imagine what's possible when innovation meets intention.

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