In this engaging discussion, Kevin Roose, a tech columnist for The New York Times and author of "Future Proof," dives into the intricate dance between humanity and technology. He shares insights on setting boundaries with devices to reclaim autonomy. Roose emphasizes the vulnerabilities of creative jobs in an age of automation while advocating for unique human qualities to be prioritized. The conversation brings optimism about the future, encouraging listeners to embrace their authentic selves amidst encroaching technology.
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AI Reporting Threat
Kevin Roose realized he could be replaced by a robot when he was a financial reporter.
AI reporting apps were writing millions of news stories automatically.
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Future-Proofing Your Career
Assess your job's vulnerability to automation by looking at industry trends.
Display your humanity in your work to become less replaceable.
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Automation's Reach
No job category is entirely safe from automation; some parts of every job will be automated.
Creatives are not immune to AI's impact; AI programs are being deployed for artistic tasks.
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In 'Futureproof: 9 Rules for Humans in the Age of Automation', Kevin Roose provides a hopeful vision for how humans can succeed in a world increasingly influenced by AI. He emphasizes the importance of being more human, focusing on creative and meaningful tasks that AI cannot perform. The book offers practical strategies for adapting to technological change and maintaining relevance in the modern workforce.
Humans can have a complex relationship with technology: tools like smartphones make our lives easier, but they can also be a source of anxiety or dependence. The internet can be an amazing place, or it can be a doom scrolling nightmare. And then there’s the always looming threat that our jobs–even the ones we thought only humans could do, like making art–could be lost to automation. Kevin Roose is a tech journalist who writes about the intersection of tech, business, and culture. In today’s episode, he talks about the shift of technology’s role in our lives and how we can set up boundaries with our devices to regain our autonomy. He also shares why he’s optimistic about the future, and his view on how futureproofing your job in an automated world has less to do with sharpening up our coding skills and more to do with leaning into our shared humanity. His new book, “Future Proof: 9 Rules for Humans in the Age of Automation” is out now.
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