The Manufacturing Marwadi: Priyansha Bagaria’s Transition from Family Business to Cutting-Edge AI | Diasporaa Podcast Episode 16

Welcome to Diasporaa, the show where we share remarkable stories of immigrants from the Indian subcontinent. In this episode, host Aditya Mehta interviews Priyansha Bagaria, an entrepreneur from Giridih, Jharkhand, now running an AI startup in Seattle. Priyansha shares her journey from her family's business in India to studying in the Netherlands and Cornell University. She discusses the unique experiences and challenges she faced while adapting to new cultures, her career in data science, and the founding of her startup Loopr, which provides AI solutions for manufacturing and aerospace companies. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, innovation, and the importance of staying connected to one’s roots. Remember to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from the South Asian Diaspora!

List of Resources:
Dal Bati: https://youtu.be/2YIM5-4XIHQ?feature=shared
Diwali: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diwali
Dussehra: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vijayadashami 
Gangs of Wasseypur: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gangs_of_Wasseypur 
Giridih: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giridih 
Litti: https://youtu.be/NWmrlWITQL0?feature=shared 
Loopr: https://www.loopr.ai/ 
Navaratri: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navaratri 
Erasmus University Rotterdam: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erasmus_University_Rotterdam 
FrieslandCampina: https://www.frieslandcampina.com/ 
Tu Delft: https://www.tudelft.nl/en/ 

About the Podcast: 

Diasporaa was Aditya's third startup based in Vancouver, BC. It focused on helping new immigrants in Canada find their feet, get off to a running start and ease their assimilation into Canadian life. A big part of the platform were conversations, community and support. Though the startup stopped growing once Aditya moved to Seattle, WA - it remained alive in the form of several discussion groups and online communities.

Now, Diasporaa has been resurrected in the form of a podcast focused on uncovering and sharing interesting immigrant stories from the South Asian diaspora. It is available on YouTube, all major podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. and is also broadcast as a radio show on Alternative Talk 1150 AM and 98.9 FM HD Channel 3 on Wednesdays from 2-3pm PST. 

About Aditya Mehta:

Aditya is a Bombay boy who has lived in Austin, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Vancouver before making it to his current home in Seattle. He has degrees in marketing, urban planning, real estate and strategy but has spent his career in financial services, social media and now real estate - mostly as an entrepreneur and partly as an employee at Amazon.

He balances Indian, Canadian and American culture, loves helping those who are new to North America and looks forward to the interesting stories that his interview guests bring each week. When not podcasting, he is helping his wife Prachi build her pharmaceutical business or hanging out with his son Arjun.

Connect with Diasporaa:
-Instagram: @diasporaapodcast
-YouTube: https://linke.to/dspyoutube 
-Bio Link: linke.to/diasporaa 
-Listen on Spotify: https://linke.to/dspspotify
-Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://linke.to/dspapple 
-Diasporaa Podcast on KKNW Alternative Talk Radio: https://linke.to/kknw1150

Diasporaa 06-25-25 Priyansha Bagaria’s Transition from Family Business to Cutting-Edge AI

Discover how AI is transforming modern entrepreneurship as Randall Randy Konsker shares insights on how technology is empowering startups, streamlining operations, and enabling innovation like never before in today's fast-paced business landscape. Visit here: https://shorturl.at/2uQRm


Randall Randy Konsker Talks About AI-Driven Entrepreneurs 2025

Hey there! 👋 I’m Shailendra Kumar, also known as Shaily, and you’re tuned into "AI with Shaily," your go-to spot for the latest and most fascinating breakthroughs in artificial intelligence 🤖✨.

Today, I’m excited to share a heartwarming innovation from South Korea’s POSTECH called "Emosync." Imagine an AI that doesn’t just detect emotions but actually helps you *feel* and *understand* emotions you’ve never related to before—powerful, right? 💡❤️ Emosync digs deep into your personality traits and emotional habits, then creates personalized analogies by connecting your past experiences to the feelings of others, even tough ones like discrimination or exclusion. It’s like building an emotional bridge tailored just for you 🌉💭.

I remember a time when I struggled to empathize with a colleague facing workplace bias. It wasn’t until I linked that to my own feeling of being overlooked in a different situation that I truly understood their frustration. Emosync automates this process, crafting scenarios that spark empathy by tapping directly into your emotional wiring 🔄🧠.

Tested with over a hundred diverse participants, Emosync showed impressive results—users gained new emotional insights and awareness toward experiences they hadn’t fully grasped before 🌍👥. Professor Hwang In-seok, who leads the project, describes it as a novel use of generative AI to dynamically shape emotional intelligence.

Looking ahead, POSTECH plans to integrate Emosync into larger platforms, aiming to build a global emotional intelligence network that could help ease conflicts and deepen human connections 🤝🌐. It’s a beautiful reminder that AI isn’t just about cold data—it can be a powerful catalyst for compassion in a world that really needs it 💖🌎.

Before I sign off, here’s a bonus tip: Next time you struggle to understand someone else’s feelings, try recalling a personal memory that *feels* somewhat similar, even if the situations are different. Making that emotional connection consciously is the first step—and Emosync is here to help automate that process 🔑💡.

So, here’s a thought to leave you with: “Empathy is about finding echoes of another person in yourself.” Pretty poetic coming from AI, don’t you think? 🎭🤖

For more intriguing AI stories and insights, follow me on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium. Don’t forget to subscribe for your regular dose of AI news! I’d love to hear your thoughts—have you ever had a moment where understanding someone else’s emotions changed your perspective? Share your story in the comments below 🗣️💬.

This is Shailendra Kumar signing off from AI with Shaily—where technology meets the human heart ❤️🤖. Stay curious, stay connected! 🌟✨

Emosync: How AI is Teaching Us to Feel and Understand Emotions Like Never Before

AI…nightmares? 

Join Kat and Ian for a part two to their original AI episode - slightly spookier. Will AI take over our jobs, our thoughts, the world? Press play to co-conspiracy deep dive…but also hear practical takeaways on how Cisco is securing AI models. 

Kat confesses to a close relationship with Chatgpt, and Ian vents about the need to upgrade his iPhone. From incredible sports references (1:22) to the tech revolution that we're all experiencing (5:17), this episode (like most) has a little something for everyone.

If you came to listen to this episode to learn something about Cisco's AI solutions for small and medium businesses, you should check them out here: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/solutions/small-business/index.html#tabs-a107e9a621-item-6caff3e5bb-tab

404 Script Not Found: AI Nightmares

Artificial intelligence is now a part of everyday business work, from managing data to supporting routine tasks. Kirsten Poon, an AI analyst based in Edmonton, works with companies to find ways to apply AI that match their specific needs. Her focus is on making AI tools clear, practical, and useful in real work situations.

Kirsten Poon from Edmonton Shares 5 AI Points to Understand Before Getting Starte

Welcome back to "AI with Shaily," hosted by Shailendra Kumar—a captivating show that explores the fascinating world of artificial intelligence through engaging stories. 🎙️🤖 Today’s episode focuses on how AI is transforming the legal profession in real-time, as of mid-2025.

Picture this: lawyers who once spent countless hours sifting through case law to find key precedents are now saving about four hours a week thanks to AI tools. ⏳⚖️ That’s like giving every attorney an extra half-day to grow their client base, sharpen their skills, or simply get some well-deserved rest. In Massachusetts, AI-powered applications are even assisting tenants with eviction paperwork, making the justice system more accessible, fair, and efficient—truly embodying the promise of delivering justice “justly, speedily, and inexpensively.” 🏛️📄✨

However, it’s not all smooth sailing. A recent issue has emerged where AI-generated legal briefs contained over 150 fabricated case citations—cases that don’t actually exist. 😳📚 This phenomenon, known as AI hallucination, raises a crucial question: can we fully trust AI for legal research when it sometimes invents information? Shailendra, with years of experience navigating AI’s quirks, stresses that while AI is a powerful tool, it requires careful human oversight. 🧠⚠️

On the regulatory side, states across the U.S. are racing to keep up with AI’s rapid growth. More than half of the states have enacted AI laws focusing on transparency and protecting vulnerable groups like children. For example, Nebraska is cracking down on harmful AI-generated imagery and addictive platform features targeting minors, with regulations set to start in 2026. Meanwhile, a controversial federal bill proposes a decade-long pause on most state AI regulations, sparking a political showdown over whether the federal government or states should lead AI governance. 🏛️⚔️ It’s like a gripping legal drama unfolding in real life.

Ethically, the legal community is actively responding. The Colorado Supreme Court’s AI Subcommittee and others are developing new rules to prevent lawyers from blindly trusting AI, emphasizing the inviolability of client confidentiality and truthful representation. The American Bar Association’s Formal Opinion 512 highlights lawyers’ responsibility to supervise AI use and safeguard clients. Some judges have even issued standing orders on AI’s role in courtrooms, creating a complex patchwork of ethical guidelines. ⚖️🛡️ This shows that integrating AI into law requires fresh ethical frameworks.

Shailendra shares a personal story about collaborating on an AI tool that suggested legal arguments. While initially impressive, the tool sometimes fabricated citations, reminding him that AI should be viewed as a partner—not a replacement—and that human judgment remains essential to delivering justice. 🤝💡

He leaves listeners with a thought-provoking question: As AI’s presence in law grows, how do we balance the efficiency it brings with the risks of errors or ethical lapses? Can machines and morality truly coexist in the courtroom? 🤔⚖️

Before signing off, Shailendra offers a practical tip: if you’re a legal professional or anyone working with AI, always verify AI-generated references and never accept outputs without human review. This simple step could prevent citing fictional cases. 📋✔️

Quoting the great Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr., Shailendra reminds us, “The life of the law has not been logic; it has been experience.” AI adds a new chapter to that experience, but ultimately, humans will write the final lines. 📜✨

For more insights, tune into Shailendra Kumar’s YouTube channel, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium by searching “AI with Shaily.” Don’t forget to subscribe and join the conversation—Shailendra welcomes your thoughts on AI regulation in law! 💬📲

Thanks for listening to "AI with Shaily," where innovation, education, and thoughtful speculation meet. Until next time, keep questioning and keep learning! 🚀📚

AI in Law: Balancing Innovation, Ethics, and the Risk of Hallucinations

AI is transforming cancer diagnosis and treatment with advanced tools and algorithms, enabling automated tumour detection, classification, and biomarker identification with precision.  In this podcast, Annals of Oncology Editor-in-Chief Tom Powles discusses current applications and future perspectives on AI in cancer pathology with Dr Antonio Marra of the European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy.
To read the full article in Annals of Oncology see https://doi.org/10.1016/j.annonc.2025.03.006

Artificial intelligence entering the pathology arena in oncology

Artificial intelligence is now a regular part of business, supporting everything from data analysis to daily operations. Based in Edmonton, AI analyst Kirsten Poon helps businesses explore how to use AI in ways that align with their real needs. Her focus is on making AI practical, effective, and easy to apply in everyday work environments.

Kirsten Poon Shares 5 Must-Know Points About AI

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From Silicon Valley's moral dilemmas to the unsettling truths of machine consciousness, we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping our lives.

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We're thrilled to welcome a pioneering voice in space technology - Aisha Abdalla Alowais, Head of the Space Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at Sharjah Academy of Astronomy, Space Sciences & Technology!

First part of our exclusive interview, where Aisha introduces herself and provides an in-depth overview of the Space AI Laboratory. We explore its primary mission and current groundbreaking projects pushing the boundaries of space research.

Continuing our conversation, Aisha shares her visionary insights into AI's future in space technology. We dive into recent innovations, breakthrough achievements, and how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing space exploration.

In our final segment, Aisha offers inspiring advice for young scientists and shares her perspective on how AI will transform our understanding of the universe, bridging the gap between human imagination and cosmic discovery.
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Intreview with Aisha Abdalla Alowais Head of Space Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at SASST

In this episode and the next one we are going to do something unusual.  We will explore the adoption of sophisticated flight control automation and look for lessons that may apply to the adoption of AI-augmented systems.

To help us understand these lessons, we are fortunate to talk with Professor David Mindell of MIT.  He is the acclaimed author of numerous books in this area, notably "Digital Apollo - Human and Machine in Spaceflight."  In this book he examines both the design of the flight controls for the vehicles that conveyed astronauts to the moon in 1969 and beyond and how the people were trained to use them.

Dr. David Mindell is Professor of Aerospace Engineering and the History of Technology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  Professor Mindell has spent more than three decades researching the myriad relationships between people and machines and innovating to improve them.  He is interested in human and machine collaboration; navigation and autonomy for transportation and mobility; ultra-wideband systems; history of aviation and spaceflight; and entrepreneurship.

Mind The Gap: Episode 22: Human and Machine in Spaceflight

Alya Al Nuaimi invites you to embark on an intergalactic adventure through the cosmos with Kalam Astro. Stay up to date with the latest global and local astronomy news, including interviews with industry experts, and discover the secrets of the universe with mind-bending theories. Want some helpful tips on stargazing? Alya has got you covered.

Unlock the secrets of data mastery with Shailendra, a 27-year veteran in AI, ML, and Data Science, driving AU$ 6 Billion in transformative value. As the author of 'Making Money out of Data,' their strategies redefine digital success. With expertise honed at IBM and Accenture, they drive innovation and data monetization. Explore how loyalty programs like Flybuys and Everyday Rewards revolutionize business—connect with Shaily today.

Kirsten Poon is an artificial intelligence (AI) analyst from Edmonton with experience in designing, developing, and deploying AI in commercial and industrial environments. Kirsten Poon is passionate about solving complex problems using data-driven methods and has successfully led interdisciplinary teams in enterprise settings. Kirsten builds scalable AI systems, troubleshoots deployment challenges, and works closely with data scientists and AI experts. Her focus is on helping businesses stay current by integrating the latest AI technologies into their workflows for improved performance and innovation.

Randall Randy Konsker is a driven entrepreneur shaping industries through innovation and visionary business leadership.

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