The Peter McCormack Show #011 - Izabella Kaminska - The AI Takeover: Media, Money, and the New World Order
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Oct 7, 2024 Izabella Kaminska, Senior Finance Editor at Politico and founder of The Blind Spot, dives into the transformative power of AI in journalism, particularly with tools like ChatGPT. She discusses the ethical dilemmas surrounding transparency and its potential impacts on society. The conversation also touches on economic stagnation, the collapse of the middle class, and the rising costs of education. Additionally, Izabella critiques Europe's over-regulation and its hindrance to technological innovation, drawing parallels with historical power struggles.
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Soviet Union Analogy
- Izabella Kaminska suggests that current times mirror the Soviet Union in the 80s: stagnation, corruption, and demoralization.
- This comparison highlights the potential consequences of economic and political trends.
Kew Gardens Cafe Prices
- Izabella Kaminska recounts a cafe visit to Kew Gardens where a simple meal for three cost £73.
- This illustrates the rising cost of leisure and everyday activities.
Private School Costs
- Peter McCormack discusses private school price rises and VAT on school fees, arguing against taxing education.
- He shares his father's working-class perspective on the importance of education access.