Rana el Kaliouby

Dr. Rana el Kaliouby, an AI entrepreneur and researcher known for her work in affective computing, joins Baratunde for a fascinating conversation about AI's role as a teammate. They explore the addition of an AI co-producer, named Blair, and the unique challenges that arise, including issues of sycophancy and goal-driven risks. The duo discusses balancing optimism with urgency in the face of crises, and the necessity for consent in human-AI relationships. They also envision 'multiplayer mode' AI to enhance collective problem-solving, urging a focus on democratizing power.