Ep. 31 - Behind the Build of OrgTalk: How CivilTalk Engineers Designed for Emotional Intelligence and Human-Led AI
In this in-depth episode of the CivilTalk Podcast, we sit down with the engineering minds behind CivilTalk and ORGtalk:
Mike Castor, Nick Tartaro, and Mike Fara.
This is more than just a behind-the-scenes conversation—it’s a thoughtful exploration of how technology can support civil discourse, emotional intelligence, and human-led collaboration in the AI-powered world of work.
We dive into how these engineers brought the CivilTalk vision to life—designing a platform that helps teams, classrooms, and organizations communicate with intention. From the Humanity Layer™ and emotion tagging, to prompt-based workflows and mobile voice-to-text functionality, this episode covers the key design and technical decisions that make CivilTalk unique.
You’ll hear:
How easy it is to get started on CivilTalk and why onboarding is intentionally simple
Why prompts are at the heart of human-led collaboration, and how they shape organizational culture
The importance of emotion tagging and reflection in improving group dynamics
Why AI is used as a supportive tool—not a replacement for human insight
What mobile-first access means for modern teams
How the platform’s architecture supports organizational emotional intelligence, not just individual growth
The difference between narrative AI and agent-based AI, and how CivilTalk leans into purposeful design
And why this platform is not just for communication—it’s for building culture.
Whether you're a team leader, educator, facilitator, or just curious about the intersection of tech, civility, and emotional intelligence, this episode is a must-listen.
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