The Entangled Health Podcast
In a recent episode of Entangled Health, CIR President Lawrence Gasman moves beyond the boundaries of technology forecasting. Drawing on decades of experience modeling commercial outcomes across networking, photonics, AI, and quantum, Gasman opens with a grounded look at the near-term trajectory of quantum AI and robotics before the discussion takes a more philosophical turn. The episode traces his early encounters with students of Alan Turing and the mathematics of Godel, then ventures further into his own firsthand experiences with altered states of consciousness and what they revealed about the limits of a strictly materialist worldview. The conversation also examines why today’s large language models fall short of embodied intelligence and the lasting influence of Brian Josephson on the intersection of quantum mechanics and consciousness. You can listen to the full podcast here.
The Lightwave Broadband Pulse Podcast
In a recent episode of Lightwave’s Broadband Pulse, CIR President Lawrence Gasman sat down to share his perspective on some of the most significant developments shaping the optical networking industry today. Drawing on nearly five decades of experience in technology forecasting and market analysis, Gasman offered his assessment of OFC 2026, the commercial potential of co-packaged optics, and how optical innovation is helping address the growing power challenges facing data centers. The conversation also touched on the strategic realities behind successful M&A activity in the sector and the expanding relationship between quantum computing and quantum networking. For those looking to better understand where the optical industry is headed and the forces driving its transformation, this interview offers a candid and informed look from one of the field’s most experienced analysts. You can listen to the full podcast here