How can storytelling and AI reshape the future of learning? What happens when we blend human creativity with AI-powered knowledge sharing?
In this episode of The Intelligence Amplifiers, host Marko Gargenta sits down with Brick Maier, former Knowledge Management leader at Amazon and current innovator at HeatSpring, to explore how storytelling, AI, and learning intersect to create more effective and scalable education.
Brick’s career journey—from teaching in Los Angeles classrooms to building knowledge-sharing systems at Amazon—highlights the power of narrative-driven learning and AI-enhanced training. In this conversation, he shares insights on how organizations can move away from rigid, outdated learning models and instead embrace AI-driven, rapid iteration to scale knowledge faster.
We discuss the importance of storytelling in learning and development, how AI is automating course creation and knowledge management, and why the future of L&D depends on balancing technology with human expertise.
Key Takeaways:
How storytelling enhances learning retention and engagement Why traditional corporate training models are outdated and what to do instead How Amazon scaled rapid knowledge-sharing with video-based learning The difference between knowledge management and traditional L&D Why AI is a game-changer for creating scalable learning experiences How to use AI for rapid course creation without losing human oversight The best practices for integrating AI into learning programs The future of AI-powered learning and knowledge-sharing systems And much more…
