Pondering AI
Kimberly Nevala, Strategic Advisor - SAS
How is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) shaping our human experience?
Kimberly Nevala ponders the reality of AI with a diverse group of innovators, advocates and data scientists. Ethics and uncertainty. Automation and art. Work, politics and culture. In real life and online. Contemplate AI’s impact, for better and worse.
All presentations represent the opinions of the presenter and do not represent the position or the opinion of SAS.
Kimberly Nevala ponders the reality of AI with a diverse group of innovators, advocates and data scientists. Ethics and uncertainty. Automation and art. Work, politics and culture. In real life and online. Contemplate AI’s impact, for better and worse.
All presentations represent the opinions of the presenter and do not represent the position or the opinion of SAS.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Dec 19, 2023 • 13min
Digital Ethics and Regulation w/ Chris McClean
Chris McClean reflects on Digital Ethics and Regulation in AI today.In this capsule series, prior guests share their insights on current happenings in AI and intuitions about what to expect next.
Dec 18, 2023 • 8min
Making Model Decisions w/ Dr. Erica Thompson
Dr. Erica Thompson, author of 'Escape from Model Land', discusses the flaws and biases in large language models like GPT and the importance of educating the public about their limitations. She emphasizes responsible usage of AI models, interdisciplinary collaborations, and societal implications for decision making in the future.
Dec 17, 2023 • 11min
Upskilling Human Decision Making w/ Roger Spitz
Roger Spitz reflects on Upskilling Human Decision Making in the age of AI.In this capsule series, prior guests share their insights on current happenings in AI and intuitions about what to expect next.To learn more, check out Roger’s book series The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption
Dec 16, 2023 • 13min
Systems-Thinking in AI w/ Sheryl Cababa
Sheryl Cababa reflects on Systems Thinking in AI design.In this capsule series, prior guests share their insights on current happenings in AI and intuitions about what to expect next. To learn more, check out Sheryl’s book Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers
Dec 15, 2023 • 10min
GAI Detection and Protection w/ Ilke Demir
Ilke Demir reflects on Generative AI (GAI) Detection and Protection. Highlights include defect detection, MyArtMyChoice tool for safeguarding copyrighted images, compensating artists for trained art models, and the significance of centering humans in AI research.
Dec 14, 2023 • 10min
LLMs and Beyond w/ Mark Bishop
Professor J Mark Bishop reflects on large language models (LLM) and beyond.In this capsule series, prior guests share their insights on current happenings in AI and intuitions about what to expect next.
Dec 13, 2023 • 12min
Environmental & Social Sustainability w/ Henrik Skaug Saetra
Henrik Skaug Sætra reflects on Environmental and Social Sustainability with AI.In this capsule series, prior guests share their insights on current happenings in AI and intuitions about what to expect next. To learn more, check out Henrik’s latest book: Technology and Sustainable Development: The Promise and Pitfalls of Techno-Solutionism
Dec 12, 2023 • 11min
Policymaking and Accessibility in AI w/ Yonah Welker
Yonah Welker reflects on Policymaking, Inclusion and Accessibility in AI today.In this capsule series, prior guests share their insights on current happenings in AI and intuitions about what to expect next.
Dec 11, 2023 • 13min
Human-AI Interaction w/ Marisa Tschopp
Guest reflects on human-AI relationships and perception, including emotional connections with chatbots. Discussion on working with generative AI tools and the ethical concerns. Challenge of making deliberate decisions about app usage. Exploring the future of human-AI interaction and the need for further research.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 19min
Regulatory Progress & Pitfalls w/ Patrick Hall
Patrick Hall discusses the evolving state of AI regulations, consumer awareness, and education. He highlights notable developments in the regulatory landscape, explores the dangers of generative AI, and emphasizes the importance of safety in AI-enabled tools. He also addresses the challenges of relying on AI systems and provides key elements for implementing AI technologies in regulated industries.
