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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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Feb 27, 2024 • 34min

iFocus: Utilizing AI for ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment

Episode Description:  During this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut Lana and Jenny discuss how to utilize AI for ADHD diagnosis and treatment with Adi Diner. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website Women And AI, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.   Resources:  iFocus⁠ ⁠The Intersection of AI and ADHD - Part 1⁠ ⁠The Intersection of AI and ADHD - Part 2 Women and AI LinkedIn  Women and AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show Episode Summary In this episode, Adi Diner, co-founder and CEO of iFocus Health, discusses the role of AI in ADHD treatment and mental health care. Adi shares her personal journey with ADHD and how it inspired her to develop objective, data-driven approaches to measuring progress in ADHD treatment. She explains how iFocus Health uses webcam technology to track eye movements as a proxy for measuring progress. Adi also discusses the intersection of AI and diversity in hiring, the challenges and opportunities of AI in healthcare, and the importance of bridging the gap between clinicians and AI experts. She emphasizes the need to address bias in AI and the importance of involving clinicians in the development and validation of AI tools. Adi invites individuals with ADHD to try out the iFocus Health product and provide feedback, and she highlights the need for funding and support to advance their work in the ADHD space. Takeaways AI can play a crucial role in measuring progress and improving treatment outcomes in ADHD and mental health care. Addressing bias in AI is essential to ensure fair and accurate results, particularly in healthcare. AI should be seen as a tool to enhance the work of doctors and clinicians, not replace them. There is a need for more funding and support for startups working in the ADHD and mental health space. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:19 Adi's Background and iFocus Health 04:04 The Role of AI in ADHD Treatment 07:20 Publications on AI and ADHD 09:39 AI and Diversity in Hiring 11:13 Objective Assessment of Stimulants on Attention 12:53 Women in AI and Overcoming Adversity 14:27 AI in Healthcare and Bridging the Gap 16:27 Addressing Bias in AI 20:26 Risks and Opportunities of AI in Healthcare 23:16 Adi's Use of AI and Resources 25:38 Supporting iFocus Health and ADHD Awareness 28:14 The Role of Doctors in AI-Enabled Healthcare 31:00 Challenges and Future Plans for iFocus Health 34:28 Addressing Gender Bias in ADHD Diagnosis 37:29 Feedback and Support for iFocus Health 38:47 Closing Remarks
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Feb 12, 2024 • 34min

AI Regulation & Daily Use Cases

Episode Description: During this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut and Jenny discuss AI regulation and daily use. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website Women And AI, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission. Resources: FACT SHEET: President Biden Issues Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence Women and AI LinkedIn  Women and AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show Episode Summary In this episode, Jenny and Reut discuss AI regulation and its impact on daily life. They review the executive order signed by President Joe Biden in 2021, which emphasizes the importance of advancing domestic manufacturing and AI technologies. While the order points in the right direction, there are concerns about its universal application and corporate compliance. The hosts also explore the opportunities and challenges of AI, including the need for responsible and safe AI systems. They highlight the availability of AI tools and resources, encouraging listeners to explore and experiment with them. The episode concludes with a call to action to nominate women in AI for future episodes and to stay engaged with the Women in AI community. Takeaways The executive order signed by President Joe Biden in 2021 emphasizes the importance of advancing domestic manufacturing and AI technologies. There are concerns about the universal application of AI regulations and corporate compliance. AI presents both opportunities and challenges and responsible and safe AI systems are crucial. AI tools and resources are becoming more accessible and can be used in various aspects of daily life. Listeners are encouraged to nominate women in AI for future episodes and stay engaged with the Women in AI community. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and AI Regulation 02:15 Missing Aspects of the Executive Order 06:23 Universal Regulation and Corporate Compliance 08:04 Different Regulations in Different Countries 09:26 Opportunities and Challenges of AI 10:43 Responsibility and Safety in AI 11:30 AI Books and OpenAI's Super Alignment Grants 13:26 Using AI Tools in Daily Life 17:02 Democratizing Access to AI Tools 19:26 Deciding When to Use AI 26:19 Implementing AI in Businesses 32:05 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Dec 13, 2023 • 13min

Introduction

Episode Description:  Discover the voices driving change in the realm of artificial intelligence in our debut episode of 'Women And AI,' where inspiring narratives and insightful discussions converge to spotlight the invaluable role women play in shaping the future of technology. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website Women And AI, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.   Resources:  FlexJobs: The AI Gender Gap: Exploring Variances in Workplace Adoption HBR: Navigating the Jagged Technological Frontier: Field Experimental Evidence of the Effects of AI on Knowledge Worker Productivity and Quality Women and AI LinkedIn  Women and AI Website  Nominate a guest for our show 

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