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Exploring Frontiers in Plain English.

We decode high-velocity AI breakthroughs and deep tech milestones into clear, actionable perspectives for modern industry leaders.

[04] OUR EDITORIAL ROSTER

Meet the Co-Hosts

The voices behind Computer Frontiers, guiding conversations across software, developer ecosystems, and emerging compute.

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    Leo Starshine

    M.A.

    Web Marketing Star

    Leo is a Certified Wix Studio Web Designer who helps small businesses build websites, reach customers, and put AI to work. With a master’s degree in professional writing and a background in computers and learning, he brings a hands-on question to Computer Frontiers: What can we actually do with this technology, and what happens when we try?

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    Jim Karpen

    Ph.D.

    Founder, Computer Frontiers. Contributing Editor, The Iowa Source

    Jim writes Computer Frontiers, a monthly technology column for a general audience that he has contributed to The Iowa Source since 1994. He previously worked as a contributing editor and online editor for iPhone Life and Smartphone & Pocket PC, helping readers make sense of new technology and what it means for everyday life.

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    Paul Stokstad

    Founder and Creator, BeastCampus · English Instructor, Indian Hills Community College · Owner, Stokstad.com

    Paul has worked in web marketing and design since 1996, bringing a background in advertising copywriting, campaign management, and creative direction. As a writing instructor and the creator of BeastCampus, he explores how AI and interactive learning can help students build the skills and judgment to make their own writing decisions.

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    Brian Jones

    President and Founder, Amicus Technology, Inc. · Founder, Public Safety MSP · IT Consultant, Ovation TV · S/R Commander, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department · Director of Referee Instruction, AYSO Region 7

    Brian brings more than 25 years of experience supporting medical practices and helps businesses and public safety agencies with cloud migration, data security, and keeping their systems running when things go wrong. He’s also a wrestler.

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