Betsy Stevenson

Futurist Martin Ford, author of 'Rise of the Robots', and labor economist Betsey Stevenson, former U.S. Department of Labor official, explore the dual-edged sword of AI in the workforce. They discuss the potential job displacement across sectors and the historical context of technological shifts. The conversation spans the debate on universal basic income versus digital dividends, and the importance of adapting education for future needs. Finally, they address crucial questions about finding meaning in a world where work may radically change.

Jason Kelce, a former Eagles center and co-host of the New Heights podcast, joins J.C. Tretter, ex-NFL player and former NFLPA president, along with Betsey Stevenson, an economist, and contract advisor Jim Ivler. They discuss shocking findings from a player survey revealing poor facilities and job satisfaction issues in the NFL. The conversation delves into the complexities of player contracts and the impact of workplace conditions on performance. They highlight the importance of team culture, player welfare, and the need for improvements in the league.

Alison Morrow, a Senior writer for CNN Business, and Betsy Stevenson, a Professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan and former chief economist of the Labor Department, delve into the ramifications of recent firings in the Labor Statistics office. They discuss how these changes impact the credibility of labor data, highlight the troubling rise in Black unemployment rates, and analyze the current state of the U.S. economy, emphasizing the crucial need for independent and accurate economic indicators to inform policy and public trust.