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EP 609: The Recent Grad Crisis: How AI Broke Entry-Level Hiring

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Sep 12, 2025
A startling report reveals that 85% of recent college grads face unemployment, largely due to the influence of AI. Outdated university policies and corporate practices are pinpointed as key culprits. The discussion dives into the skills gap in education, emphasizing the need for AI literacy to prepare students effectively. Parents and graduates are urged to rethink educational strategies and embrace AI innovation. Urgent action is called for to reshape entry-level hiring and ensure a future-ready workforce.
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AI Is Driving Recent-Grad Unemployment

  • Oxford Economics finds 85% of the rise in unemployment since mid-2023 is recent grads unable to find work.
  • Entry-level positions are being structurally displaced by AI rather than conventional layoffs.
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Higher Education Faces Existential Risk

  • Jordan argues this job shift is not temporary and will reshape higher education over decades.
  • He predicts many universities will fail if they keep ignoring AI relevance and employer demands.
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Universities Lack AI Readiness

  • Surveys show only a small fraction of CTOs think higher education is ready for AI and most institutions lack AI policies.
  • Faculty often lack confidence and resources to teach AI effectively right now.
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