In a podcast featuring Hume AI CEO Dr. Alan Cowen and host Matt Forte, they discuss various topics related to emotion science. They explore the impact of video calls on communication, scientists' approach to understanding emotions in animals, and the development of guidelines for empathic AI through The Hume Initiative. Additionally, they touch upon emotional expression's importance for mental health and well-being, as well as the potential Western bias in emotion science due to language terms used.