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Reggie Babin, Chuck Schumer's former chief counsel, discusses the new AI policy roadmap proposed by the Senate Majority Leader. Topics include bipartisan efforts in AI research, collaboration between tech companies and government in regulatory frameworks, and navigating Senate priorities in AI policy.

Arati Prabhakar talks about Biden's shift towards aspirational AI goals, balancing promise and peril. They discuss US-China AI dialogue, leveraging AI for societal advancement, Congress' role in shaping AI future, and future steps in AI policy.

NSF Director discusses challenges in funding AI research, urges Congress to support with $81B budget. Highlights innovative financial strategies, collaborative industry efforts, and AI projects in agriculture and education.

Ylli Bajraktari, CEO of the Special Competitive Studies Project, discusses the Washington-Silicon Valley collaboration to beat China in AI. Topics include US-China tech competition, responsibilities of US tech firms, China's AI ambitions, and advancing national security through AI readiness.

Van Jones and Arun Gupta discuss the benefits of AI for communities and the need for tech workers to enter public service. They highlight the positive impact of technology on society and the importance of responsible AI advancement. The podcast explores empowering underserved communities through AI experimentation and promoting the Make Wakanda Real campaign.

Explore how TikTok's algorithm behaved during the Israel-Gaza conflict, with data showing a more nuanced approach than expected. The analysis sheds light on content amplification, algorithm shifts, and the platform's response to political pressures, raising questions about the transparency and future of TikTok.

Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda discusses the transformative power of AI in education, highlighting the impact on modern higher education and business decision-making. The podcast explores AI models' future role in analyzing college degrees and the challenges facing non-elite universities in adapting to changing industry demands.

Rachel Karten, a social media consultant for brands like Cava and West Elm, discusses the potential implications of losing TikTok on online culture and commerce. They explore TikTok's algorithm, influence on culture and small businesses, impact on brands and the creator economy, and speculations on the future of online platforms amid TikTok uncertainty.

Explore the shift towards online fundraising in politics, the disparity between Democrats and Republicans in online donations, the evolution of campaign fundraising tactics, changing dynamics in nationalized races, and the impact of online fundraising on election success.

Jack Clark, Anthropic co-founder, discusses building a safe AI model named Claude and the need for Washington to regulate AI. Topics include AI safety, regulatory impact, collaborations with AI safety institutes, AI in elections, and the concept of a national research cloud to support tech startups.