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This chapter examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping creativity and the future of jobs, including the potential decline of traditional roles. It also addresses innovative ideas like the four-day work week and universal basic income in the context of a changing work environment.

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In this weeks episode we dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity with NY based AI creative trailblazer Tony Jones

From growing up in Ohio his creative ambitions led him to New York to work in numerous leading ad agencies where he carved out a niche at the intersection of creativity and technology.

Today, Tony is the co-founder and head instructor at Creative AI Academy, where he’s on a mission to help organizations and individuals harness the power of AI to enhance their creative processes. He also teaches AI Design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, equipping the next generation of creatives with the skills they need to thrive in an AI-augmented future.

Tony brings a unique perspective to the conversation about AI and creativity. He sees AI not as a replacement for human ingenuity but as a powerful tool that can augment and amplify our creative capabilities. He’s a strong advocate for embracing AI to stay competitive in today’s fast-changing landscape while emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining human judgment, taste, and ethics.

This is a must listen episode for anyone interested in where AI is leading us and how to embrace the unrelenting pace of the change that is underway.

Now over to Tony.

Time Codes

00:00 Intro to Tony Jones

02:30 Who is Tony as a human

03:59 Embracing AI in Creativity

07:13 Tony's Family and Upbringing

16:34 Early Career and Move to New York

22:43 Digital Transformation in Advertising

26:34 Innovation and AI in Advertising

30:52 Founding Creative AI Academy

35:18 AI's Impact on Creativity and Industries