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Catch-up Call with Nicole Reese

Date: April 4, 2025
Participants: Gary Sheng, Nicole Reese

Summary​

A catch-up call initiated by Gary, recognizing Nicole's influence (referring subscribers to his Substack) and her work in the village building/community space. Gary shared his recent completion of an AI engineering bootcamp and his new role spearheading movement building for a billionaire focused on an "educational renaissance" using AI. Nicole shared updates on her work with the Global EcoVillage Network, a Longevity Village project in Sardinia, and educational content creation with Joshua Smith. They discussed the potential of AI in hyper-personalized education, the importance of the 60+ demographic, and the concept of creating systems for collective intelligence and "edge walkers" to expand knowledge in new fields like village building. Nicole expressed interest and inspiration, and they discussed potential future collaborations, including hosting events in San Diego.

Key Points Discussed​

  • Gary's new role: Movement building for AI-driven educational renaissance, backed by a billionaire.
  • Nicole's projects: Global EcoVillage Network revitalization, Sardinia Longevity Village, Village Building educational content.
  • Longevity & AI: Importance of the 60+ demographic, potential for AI tools (voice tech, memory aids) for seniors.
  • AI Education Vision: Hyper-personalized AI tutors, gamified courses, moving beyond traditional models (like PhDs), creating systems for collective knowledge building in new disciplines.
  • Village Building as a Discipline: Applying the AI education model to fields like village building - creating courses, certifying experts, fostering "edge walkers".
  • Content Creation: Nicole is inspired to create more structured educational content (courses) based on the discussion.
  • Future Collaboration: Potential for Gary to leverage Nicole's network/expertise for movement building, possibility of co-hosting dinners/events in San Diego.
  • Gary's Base: Moving to Austin, TX full-time.

Follow-ups​

  • Gary to share a draft of a new article inspired by the call.
  • Stay in touch regarding potential collaborations (content creation, events in San Diego).

Notes​

  • Strong mutual respect and inspiration between Gary and Nicole.
  • Overlap in interests: education, community building, longevity, leveraging technology for positive change.
  • Nicole seems like a valuable potential ally and collaborator for the movement building efforts.