AI and Faith

Join us for an interview with AI and Faith advisor Joshua Swamidass, on the impact of AI on his field of health and genetics research. He is a scientist, physician and associate professor of laboratory and genomic medicine in Washington University. We discuss the promise and risk of AI in gene-based medicine, and its consequences. Joshua also talks about how his faith informs his approach and medical research. (Recorded in March 2023) Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny YuenHost: Pablo A. Ruz SalmonesEditing: Isabelle BraconnotMusic from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

In this episode, SkillSpire founder Yasmin Ali shares with us her incredible journey, in which she’s been helping underrepresented talent like women and immigrants develop tech skills, and finding ways to advance their careers. She also shares how her faith has influenced her vision, and how AI might affect the future of work. (Recorded in June 2024). Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

How might advanced artificial intelligence affect Christian faith practices twenty years in the future? That’s the subject of a new book project, Faithful AI, that imagines ten visions of the near future where advanced artificial intelligence collides with faith, morality, and compassion. Join AI&F Advisors Elias Kruger and Brian Sigmon as they discuss the blend of prediction and imagination in these stories, grounded in two millennia of spiritual practices with the Bible. Elias and Brian are joined by Chris Braniff, whose short story in the compilation concerns a repairer of generative AI-powered “Jesus kiosks” who discovers that VR experiences could be much more than entertainment. The book is available at Amazon. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

In this podcast, AI&F Advisor Rabbi Mois Navon draws on his 35-year career as a pioneering AI computer design engineer to discuss whether battlefield decisions by lethal autonomous weapons that seek to apply ostensible “moral algorithms” are consistent with principles of human dignity. Rabbi Mois draws on his essay Autonomous Weapons Systems and Battlefield Dignity - A Jewish Perspective in the July 2023 book Alexa, How Do You Feel about Religion?" Technology, Digitization and Artificial Intelligence in the Focus of AI, co-edited by our AI&F Advisor Anna Puzo. Our host Pablo Ruz Salmones also explores with Rabbi Mois his front row seat on AI research in Israel since the 1990s, and the AI ethics conversation there. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

Join us in our conversation with Dr. David Kim, founder of the non-profit Goldenwood. He discussed the challenges we face in cultivating a new vision of work in the era of AI and how religion can help in fostering this culture, building a positive vision of the future. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

Do you know what misinformation is? What about disinformation? In this special episode, Ed Melick gives you a brief introduction to the topic and most importantly what you can do to stop it. Production: Elias Kruger, Ed Melick and Penny Yuen Host: Ed Melick Editing: Ed Melick Music from #Uppbeat License code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

This week’s podcast episode is an interview with Andrew DeBerry, founder of a cybersecurity company and serves as a Reservist in the U.S. Cyber Command. He talks about the dangers of using AI to generate and spread misinformation and the importance of both companies and government working together to address these issues. He also addresses how each of us as human beings can navigate through these challenging times. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

Join us for an interview with Dr. Nicoleta Acatrinei, an economist, theologian (Eastern Orthodox), and independent expert consultant in Geneva, Switzerland. With a Ph.D. from the Swiss Graduate School of Public Administration, she has led projects at Princeton University at the intersection of faith and work. Currently, as an expert in faith-based impact investment metrics, Nicoleta delves into religion/spiritual-based motivations, altruism, and workplace changes resulting from the introduction of AI. Discover Dr. Acatrinei’s insights on sustainable finance, inclusive economics, and the intersection of faith and work. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Mayla Boguslav and Penny Yuen Host: Mayla Boguslav Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #Uppbeat License code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39GD

In this episode, renowned author Jason Thacker talks about a critical situation the world is going through: the spread of misinformation. He also brings a unique perspective on how he thinks religion can provide guidance and shed light during these challenging times. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39

AI&F Advisor Noreen Herzfeld explores two key questions in her new book. Is it possible for human beings to have an authentic relationship with an AI? How does the increasing presence of AI change the way humans relate to one another? Listen now to our conversation. Views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of AI and Faith or any of its leadership. Production: David Brenner, Ed Melick, Pablo A. Ruz Salmones and Penny Yuen Host: Pablo A. Ruz Salmones Editing: Isabelle Braconnot Music from #UppbeatLicense code: 1ZHLF7FMCNHU39