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Jun 10, 2024 • 40min

Closing the Justice Gap with AI-Driven Legal Research, with Kara Peterson

Descrybe.AIi founder, Kara Peterson, discusses using AI to bridge legal research gaps and improve access to justice. She highlights the importance of diversity in the AI space and the potential for AI to mitigate biases in the legal system. The podcast explores the transformative impact of AI in law and encourages inclusivity in shaping its future.
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Jun 4, 2024 • 45min

Uniting AI Enthusiasts with Amanda Farris & Sara Malo

Summary In this conversation, Amanda Farris and Sarah Malo from LinkUnite discuss their experiences with AI and its impact on their community. They talk about how LinkUnite started as a support network for women in the industry and has grown into a platform that connects and empowers entrepreneurs and executives. They also discuss the practical applications of AI in various aspects of their work, such as content creation, event organization, and social media management. They emphasize the importance of creativity and experimentation when using AI and provide advice for getting started with AI tools. They also touch on the risks and privacy concerns associated with AI. The conversation covers various topics related to AI, including the challenges of using large language models, the potential risks of proprietary data, the future of AI, the experiences of women in the AI industry, and the importance of collaboration and mentorship. The guests also discuss their own work in the AI space and their goals of making AI more accessible through their platform, Not So Artificial. Takeaways LinkUnite started as a support network for women in the industry and has grown into a platform that connects and empowers entrepreneurs and executives. AI has practical applications in various aspects of work, such as content creation, event organization, and social media management. Creativity and experimentation are key when using AI tools. Getting started with AI can be as simple as playing with tools like ChatGPT and exploring their capabilities. There are privacy concerns and risks associated with using AI, especially when it comes to proprietary data and privacy regulations. Be cautious when using large language models with proprietary data, as it may become owned by the platform provider. The development of AI will bring both exciting opportunities and potential risks, such as privacy concerns and the creation of AI replicas of individuals. Women are making significant contributions to the AI industry and it is important to support and mentor each other. LinkedIn is a valuable platform for staying updated on AI news and connecting with thought leaders in the field. Collaboration and creativity are key in shaping the future of AI and making it more accessible. Not So Artificial aims to make AI accessible by providing resources, tutorials, and practical applications of AI. The guests encourage listeners to reach out and collaborate with them in the AI space. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:09 New Chapter 03:57 The Impact of AI on LinkUnite and the Community 10:50 AI Origin Stories: How Amanda and Sarah Started Using AI 11:47 Getting Started with AI: Advice and Recommendations 19:29 AI in Personal and Work Environments: Creative Applications 24:43 AI in Event Organization and Parenting 25:58 AI in Marketing: Practical Applications and Demystification 27:33 The Risks of Using AI in the Workplace 29:07 The Exciting Future of AI 34:03 Women in AI: Collaboration and Mentorship 38:09 Not So Artificial: Making AI Accessible 41:55 Sara Malo's Blog: Sharing Experiences and Advice 44:24 FINAL WAAI Outro Video .mp4 Resources Meet Our Guests LinkUnite LinkedIn Amanda Farris NotSoArtificial Sara Malo  - Sunday coffee with Sarah ☕ Sara's Blog AI Tools + Resources Amanda's Notes - Links & Resources Reid Hoffman Meets His AI Twin  Abundance by Peter Diamandis  Who to Follow Lauren Ingram  Wendy Hall  Beth Conn from Neura  Nancy Bain 
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May 28, 2024 • 35min

Understanding AI, ML, and LLMs with Jigyasa Grover

In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut, Jenny, and Lana interview Jigyasa Grover, an AI research lead and co-author of the book 'Sculpting Data for Machine Learning'. This episode provides a technical deep dive into AI. We discuss the differences between AI, ML, and LLMs, the use of large language models in AI systems, and the importance of ethics and human-centered design in AI development. Jigyasa shares her experience as a woman in the AI field and the need for diversity and inclusion. She recommends AI products like Gemini, Grammarly, and Copilot, and discusses the future of AI in various industries. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Takeaways AI engineers develop systems that can learn and make decisions without explicit programming. AI can be thought of as a broad field that encompasses various techniques for creating machines that can mimic human intelligence. ML is a subfield of AI that focuses on developing algorithms that allow machines to learn from data. LLMs are machine learning models designed to understand and generate human-like text. Python is the dominant language for LLM development, while JavaScript and TypeScript are used for web interfaces. Ethics and human-centered design are crucial in AI development to ensure fairness, privacy, and trust. AI adoption is expected to continue growing across industries, with a focus on ethical and responsible AI practices. Collaboration, networking, and community engagement are important for women in the AI field. Recommended AI products: Gemini, Grammarly, and Copilot. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:55 Guest Introduction: Jigyasa Grover 04:43 Tools and Libraries for AI Development 07:31 Evaluating AI Models 12:07 AI in Various Industries 14:13 Bridging the Gender Gap in the AI Field 21:02 Integration of AI into Everyday Life 23:28 Inspiring Women in AI: Dr. Fei-Fei Li 25:04 Risks and Considerations in Using AI 26:48 The Future of AI 29:57 Recommended AI Products 32:15 Women in AI Listener Support
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May 21, 2024 • 37min

Upskilling 1 Million Women in the Field of AI with Tarja Stephens

In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut and Jenny discuss the Mia - Mission Impact Academy’s mission to upskill 1M Women in the field of AI with Tarja Stephens. Tarja is the co-founder and Chief AI Officer of Mia, discusses the importance of upskilling women in AI and bridging the gender gap in the field. Mia aims to empower 1 million women in AI skilling opportunities by 2030. Tarja emphasizes the need for skill-based learning, hiring, and career advancement to improve AI integration in business. She highlights the challenges women face, such as bias in hiring and the need for skills recognition. Tarja provides advice for executives navigating AI adoption and encourages women to take an active part in the AI-driven economy. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Resources:  Meet Our Guest: Tarja Stephens on LinkedIn Website: https://www.theMia.world/  AI Tools:  Melinda Coler at Conversa  Marissa McNeelands  at Toast AI Readiness Index by Cisco  Who to Follow:  Julie Sweet CEO, Accenture   Mia Team  Janna Tarja Stephens   Anne-Marie Enns Kacte Carter   Melissa Stires   Connect with Women And AI  Women And AI LinkedIn  Women And AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show  Takeaways Mission Impact Academy (Mia) aims to empower 1 million women in AI skilling opportunities by 2030. Skill-based learning, hiring, and career advancement are crucial for improving AI integration in business and bridging the gender gap in AI. Women in AI face challenges such as bias in hiring and the need for skills recognition. Executives should adopt an AI-first mindset, invest in talent, and stay informed to navigate AI adoption successfully. Women should take an active part in the AI-driven economy by exploring, connecting, and creating in the field of AI. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:58 Opportunities for Women in the AI Field 07:21 The Impact of Women Not Getting Skilled Up in AI 09:53 Mia's Membership Program and How Women Can Get Involved 15:01 Challenges Women Face in the AI Field 23:45 Taking an Active Part in the AI-Driven Economy 27:28 Readiness of Businesses for AI Adoption 30:11 Advice for Executives Navigating AI Adoption 32:44 Inspiring Women in the AI Space: Julie Sweet 35:25 How Listeners Can Help Mission Impact Academy (Mia)
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May 13, 2024 • 29min

Unlocking AI: Boost Your Business & Mobile App Success with Expert Alice Muir Kocourková, Phiture

Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut & Jenny discuss adding AI to your company, your mobile app growth strategy and your personal life.  We’ll learn how AI is impacting mobile growth, AI can help remote workers and what AI tools you should test out if you’re just starting your AI journey.  Alice also highlights the importance of AI governance and ethics and the need for more diverse voices in the field Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/women-and-ai to stay engaged with our mission.   Resources:  Meet Our Guest Alice Muir Kocourková Subscription Stack  AI Tools + Sources The State of AI in 2023: Generative AI’s Breakout Year, McKinsey  AI: Is reality Setting In, KornFerry Krisp - Noise cancellation and meeting assistant   Magic Slides - to help with Google Slides Grain - Conversation Intelligence  Braze Copywriter Assistant AI Who to Follow Women and AI - Aww thanks Alice for naming us 🥰  Anika Dunaway, Product Manger at Aampe Lilian Edwards  - Follow her on X, she’s very active there. Connect with Women And AI  Women and AI LinkedIn  Women and AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show  Takeaways AI has had a significant impact on Alice Muir's work, particularly in learning and development and speeding up the testing and experimentation process. Legal implications and brand implications are some of the challenges companies face when implementing AI. AI tools such as Chat GPT, Crisp, Magic Slides, and Grain Recorder have been instrumental in Alice's workflow.AI governance and ethics will be important topics in the future as AI continues to advance. Annika from AMP and Lillian Edwards, a professor of internet law and e-governance, have inspired Alice in the field of AI. Alice invites listeners to provide feedback on her framework, the Subscription Stack, and to contribute to it. Sound Bites "AI has been a great tool for me for two main reasons. The first one that I want to highlight is learning and development." "AI can be a great tool for, in particular, leaner teams with fewer resources in order to kind of speed up that test and learn process." "AI can help us to optimize advertising budgets by precisely targeting the right audience at the right time and increasing that return on investment." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:04 The Impact of AI on Learning and Development 03:37 Speeding Up Testing and Experimentation with AI 07:03 Challenges of AI Implementation: Legal Implications and Brand Consistency 10:33 Favorite AI Tools for Productivity and Workflow Optimization 22:29 Inspiring Women in AI: Annika Dunaway and Lillian Edwards 27:04 Call to Action
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Apr 24, 2024 • 25min

Roundtable Part 2: Women Leading the Charge Against AI Bias

Summary This is the second part of our roundtable discussion. This conversation explores the use of prompts to reduce bias in AI-generated content and the importance of context and training in achieving desired results. It highlights the need for diversity in AI development and the challenges of addressing bias in AI models. The discussion also touches on the role of education, cultural conditioning, and values in promoting equality and inclusivity. The participants emphasize the importance of supporting and uplifting women in the AI community and the need for awareness of the positive impact of AI. Takeaways Using prompts, such as include and exclude, can help reduce bias in AI-generated content. Context and training are crucial in achieving the desired results and matching the voice and style of the content. Diversity in AI development is essential to address bias and create more inclusive AI models. Education, cultural conditioning, and values play a significant role in promoting equality and inclusivity in AI. Supporting and uplifting women in the AI community is important for driving positive change. Raising awareness of the positive impact of AI and amplifying voices working towards inclusive solutions is crucial. Raising Awareness: Highlighting the Positive Impact of AI Reducing Bias in AI-Generated Content: The Power of Prompts Chapters 00:00 Acknowledgements 12:51 Increasing Context and Specificity in AI Models 14:14 Addressing Bias in AI through Different Models 14:44 The Importance of Diversity in AI Development 15:43 The Need for Diversity in AI Funding and Recruitment 16:43 Envisioning AI Governance and Regulations 17:55 Ensuring Inclusivity in Therapeutics and Healthcare AI 19:06 The Role of Women in AI Development and Leadership 20:33 Guidelines and Best Practices for AI Development 21:57 Cultural Conditioning and Gender Equality in AI 23:48 Generational Change and Shifting Perspectives on Gender 26:00 Highlighting Positive AI Applications and Best Practices 29:31 Supporting and Encouraging Women in AI 29:43 Raising Awareness and Sharing Knowledge on Social Media 30:31 Building Relationships and Supporting Each Other 31:47 Empowering Women in AI and Encouraging Thought Leadership 35:09 Amplifying Voices and Recognizing Solutions in AI 36:06 Preparing People and Businesses to Use AI Effectively 38:04 Conclusion and Farewell
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Apr 17, 2024 • 27min

Roundtable: Women Leading the Charge Against AI Bias | Part 1

Join the roundtable discussion with industry leaders on addressing AI bias in technology. They tackle biases in funding, lack of diversity, and challenges in creating unbiased AI models. Explore how AI-generated content reflects societal biases and the potential for AI to improve communication while maintaining authenticity.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 44min

The Intersection of Art and AI with Stephanie Dinkins

In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss the intersection of art and AI with Stephanie Dinkins.  Stephanie Dickens is a transdisciplinary artist, focused on creating inclusive and ethical AI systems. She shares her recent project, 'Not the Only One,' which aims to create a memoir of a Black American family in chatbot form. Stephanie also discusses the challenges of building a data set for the project and the responsibility of AI models. She emphasizes the importance of education and diverse perspectives in shaping the future of AI. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Resources:  Meet Our Guest Stephanie Dinkins’ Website  See Stephanie’ Art: Secret Garden Time 100 AI - Stephanie Dinkins  AI Tools Replicate AI  Google Colab Craiyon Who to Follow Broad Approach to AI - Lauren Lee McCarthy   Co-create Music - Lav R Varshney  Next Wave AI - Yann LeCun  Connect with Women And AI  Women And AI LinkedIn  Women And AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show  Takeaways Creating inclusive and ethical AI systems is crucial for a fair and equitable future. Building diverse and representative data sets is essential to combat bias in AI. Education and learning how to learn are key skills for staying up to date in the rapidly evolving AI field. Collaboration and diverse perspectives are necessary to solve complex AI challenges. Artists play a vital role in exploring the societal impact of AI and pushing boundaries. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:26 Stephanie's Recent Work 03:15 Creating Nuanced AI 04:03 Challenges in Generating AI Images 05:04 Recognition and Achievements 06:05 Supporting Stephanie's Work 08:00 The Project 'Not the Only One' 09:35 The Guggenheim Museum Recognition 11:51 Building a Data Set for 'Not the Only One' 14:40 Continuing to Improve 'Not the Only One' 16:30 Other Projects by Stephanie 18:15 Engaging with Stephanie's Work 20:47 Responsibilities of AI Models 23:38 Tools and Trends in AI 26:32 Being a Woman in the AI Space 29:23 Risks and Inclusivity in AI 33:05 The Future of AI 36:01 Recommended People to Follow 40:13 Stephanie's Journey in the AI Space 43:26 Conclusion
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Mar 19, 2024 • 30min

Parallax Futures: Developing Conceptual Technologists

Episode Description: Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss the intersection of data and AI with Kim Carson. We’ll learn the meaning of the concept of conceptual technologists and the fellowship program offered by Parallax Futures. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at Women And AI and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission. Resources: Parallax Futures Website Blog Post: Parallax’s Visionary Mission to Redefine AI's Impact on Society United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals Women and AI LinkedIn Women and AI Website Nominate a guest for our show Episode Summary Kim Carson, CEO of Parallax Futures, discusses the importance of diversity in AI and the need for multi-dimensional perspectives in innovation. She shares her journey in AI, starting with a focus on education and personalizing curriculum. Kim introduces the concept of conceptual technologists, who explore the possibilities of AI and aim to discover new applications and solutions. She emphasizes the importance of championing diverse perspectives and reducing inequality in AI development. Kim also highlights the work of Parallax Futures in aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and empowering individuals through AI. She advises creating a better future with AI and recommends AI tools for productivity and creativity. Kim discusses the opportunities and risks of AI and calls for changes in the educational system to integrate AI into multidisciplinary approaches. She encourages the AI community to support Parallax Futures and join the movement of conceptual technologists. Takeaways Diversity is crucial in AI to avoid bias and ensure a more comprehensive approach to innovation. Conceptual technologists explore the possibilities of AI and aim to discover new applications and solutions. Reducing inequality and championing diverse perspectives are essential in AI development. The educational system needs to adapt to integrate AI into multidisciplinary approaches. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Lack of diversity in AI 03:34 Starting in AI with a focus on education 05:12 Conceptual technologists 07:48 Championing diversity perspectives 09:51 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 12:42 Advice for creating a better future with AI 14:59 Recommended AI tools 18:12 Impactful AI tools 20:56 Excitement about AI becoming mainstream 22:30 Opportunities and risks of AI 24:48 Changes needed in the educational system 26:19 Influencers in the AI Space 28:03 Promoting diversity in the AI community 30:15 Supporting Parallax Futures 31:16 Conclusion
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Mar 12, 2024 • 37min

Designing for AI Hackathons | My Speech BFF

In this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss AI Hackathons with the My Speech BFF team. We’ll learn what designing for an AI app is like, get some tips on how to succeed at a hackathon and explore the power of an all-woman team!  Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.   Resources:  Instagram: @StuffLucyWore 🧋Boba Recommendation TPTea  Book Recommendation: Liz Moody’s 100 Ways to Change Your Life  The Worlds I See by Dr. Fei-Fei Le  Artificial Intelligence A Guide for Thinking Humans by Melanie Mitchell  Women and AI LinkedIn  Women and AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show  Takeaways Participating in a hackathon can be a great way to learn new skills, collaborate with others, and build your portfolio. When using AI tools, it's important to consider ethical implications, such as privacy, biases, and the impact on industries and professions. Supporting women in AI includes celebrating their accomplishments, sharing knowledge and resources, and creating a supportive community. AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Bard (now Gemini), Grammarly, and Canva can be helpful for various tasks, such as generating text, transcribing meetings, and creating designs. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:19Meet Lucy 03:02 Meet Rebecca 04:25 Meet Jennifer 06:18 How My Speech BFF Started 09:22 About My Speech BFF 12:46 Expectations for the Hackathon 13:28 Process and Tools Used 18:14 Designing AI Products 20:06Working Together and Lessons Learned 23:06 AI Risks and Considerations 24:18 Advice for Participating in a Hackathon 29:45 AI Tools and Recommendations 33:17Risks and Ethical Considerations 37:50 AI Leaders to Follow 40:47Supporting Women in AI 41:12 How to Support the Guests 42:24 Closing Remarks

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