Mind Matters

Robert J. Marks, Jonathan Swindell

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Booking Overview

This is an expert-interview podcast focused on artificial intelligence, technology’s implications and limitations, and the relationship between human cognition and intelligent systems; recent episodes feature professors, researchers, authors, and technology or mission-innovation leaders. PR agencies could credibly pitch AI researchers, cognitive scientists, economists, responsible-technology executives, and experts on technology’s social or ethical impact. Booking difficulty is medium, with strong preference for guests who have advanced subject expertise, leadership experience, published work, or practical experience applying AI.

Metrics

Episodes: 200

Frequency: Biweekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Unknown

Location: USA

YouTube: 13.3k subscribers

Contact Information

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Host

Robert J. Marks - Host of Mind Matters News, covering the implications, opportunities, limitations, and applications of artificial intelligence and intelligent technologies.

Jonathan Swindell - Co-host of Mind Matters News, participating in discussions about artificial intelligence, technology, and their broader applications.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Advanced subject-matter expertise in artificial intelligence, cognitive science, economics, technology, ethics, or related fields; senior academic, research, executive, innovation, or applied-practice experience is typically expected.
Required Achievements:  
Advanced academic credentials, University professorships, Leadership of technology or innovation organizations, Published books or research, Practical implementation of artificial intelligence in professional settings

Recent Guest Discussions

Joe McDonald - Cognitive Psychology, Human Factors, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Design, And User Experience.

Don Barger - Responsible Artificial Intelligence, Global Outreach, Christian Missions, Oral Cultures, And Practical Technology Applications.

Gary Smith - Generative Artificial Intelligence, Market Speculation, Economic Value, Pattern Recognition, And Machine Understanding.

Recent Topics

Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Science, Technology, Ethics, Philosophy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Mind Matters
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How Cognitive Principles Can Inform Better Technological Design

July 17, 2026

The age of AI is upon us and is already changing the way we conduct our lives. What is the optimal division of tasks between humans and machines? On this episode of Mind Matters News, host Robert J. Marks welcomes psychologist Dr. Joe McDonald to the podcast to explore the relationship between cognitive psychology and artificial intelligence (AI). Dr. McDonald is an expert in cognitive psychology and human factors research. He is the CEO and Principal at Jumpseat Research, a firm that applies...

Beyond the Written Word: AI’s Role in Reaching Oral Cultures

July 01, 2026

AI is having impact everywhere. But what about global outreach initiatives? And specifically Christian missions? How are those in the mission field using artificial intelligence? On this episode of Mind Matters News, host Robert J. Marks and co-host Jonathan Swindell welcome Dr. Don Barger to the show. Barger is the Director of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence at the International Mission Board. Don works with new technology, especially AI, and helps people use it in smart and responsib...

Mind Over Models: An Economist’s Take on AI Speculation

June 19, 2026

In this bingecast installment of the Mind Matters News podcast, host Robert J. Marks welcomes economics professor and author Gary Smith to discuss the hype around artificial intelligence and its impact on the market. Smith is the Fletcher Jones Professor of Economics at Ponoma College and a frequent contributor to Mind Matters News. Smith argues that generative AI, embodied in services like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, exhibits many characteristics of past market bubbles, including excessive ...

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