

In AI We Trust?
Miriam Vogel
In AI We Trust? is a podcast hosted by Miriam Vogel of EqualAI where we survey the global landscape for inspiration and best practices in the AI space with an eye toward responsible, trustworthy AI. Each episode aims to answer a ‘big question’ as we speak to leaders in government, tech and civil society.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 33min
K.J. Bagchi (The Leadership Conference Education Fund Center for Civil Rights and Tech) Encoding Justice: Can we protect our civil rights in the AI age?
In this episode of In AI We Trust?, Koustubh “K.J.” Bagchi, VP of the recently established Center for Civil Rights and Technology, founded by The Leadership Conference Education Fund, discusses the impact of AI on democracy, including deepfakes and elections; the interplay between AI and privacy; and the state of federal civil rights actions on AI.

Mar 27, 2024 • 27min
Shelley Zalis, the Female Quotient (FQ): Can we achieve equality through algorithms?
Shelley Zalis from The Female Quotient discusses how AI can help close the gender gap, the Algorithm for Equality Manifesto, and the importance of championing women in industry. The episode delves into creating support networks, the power of female intuition at the World Economic Forum, addressing the gender gap with conscious leadership, and exploring AI's potential in healthcare and education.

Mar 13, 2024 • 35min
Helen Toner (CSET): How to govern AI in the face of uncertainty?
Helen Toner discusses China's AI policies, AI in warfare, challenges of AI regulation, and AI evaluations. They explore national security implications, integrating AI into daily life, and future AI technology like autonomous vehicles and energy advancements.

Mar 7, 2024 • 36min
Micky Tripathi (HHS): Is AI good for your health?: How HHS is approaching AI use to support innovation and reduce harms & inefficiencies in our health care system.
Dr. Micky Tripathi discusses how AI can enhance patient care and the risks it poses, HHS's approach to implementing AI, the role of ONC in advancing health IT, the establishment of an AI task force at HHS, and how AI can empower patients to take control of their health journey.

Feb 21, 2024 • 39min
Dr. Athina Kanioura (PepsiCo): How to change your employee “DNA” to harness the power of AI (Hint: upskilling)
In this episode, Dr. Athina Kanioura, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at PepsiCo, updates us on Pepsico’s pioneering steps in providing technology and opportunities to its workers and partners of all sizes, her wish list for AI and privacy regulation, and the measures she has instilled at Pepsico to establish accountability, transparency, and success in developing responsible AI practices.

Jan 24, 2024 • 44min
Andrew Ng: Should we fear an AI-driven existential crisis?
Join us this week with AI-pioneer, Andrew Ng (Founder of DeepLearning.AI, Landing AI, Coursera, General Partner at the AI Found, adjunct professor at Stanford University) as we discuss the likelihood of AI’s existential threat, the merits of regulation, the transformative power of generative AI, and the need for greater AI literacy.―Resources mentioned in this episode:Written Statement of Andrew Ng Before the U.S. Senate Insight Forum

Jan 10, 2024 • 21min
Kent Walker (Google & Alphabet): How do we make AI safety the new norm? Google's approach to AI safety by design
Kent Walker, President of Global Affairs and General Counsel at Google and Alphabet, discusses Google's AI safety principles, Gemini AI model, global regulatory landscape, and collaborative efforts for AI safety. He explores the evolution of AI at Google, emphasizes responsible AI use, and excitement for future scientific innovations and global productivity growth.

Dec 20, 2023 • 35min
Raffi Krikorian (Emerson Collective): How to unleash AI “superpowers” for good?
Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we delve into empowering society with AI “superpowers.” In this final episode of the year of In AI We Trust?, our guest, Raffi Krikorian, CTO of Emerson Collective, shares his insights into the broader landscape of AI using technology to amplify societal impact. Discover his vision on how AI will impact elections and democracy, his call for increased government and academic support for AI's success, how he advocates for widespread AI and tech education, redefines success metrics in AI, and more. Tune in to explore the transformative potential of AI when harnessed for positive change.—Resources Mentioned this Episode:Emerson Collective 2023 Demo Day

Dec 13, 2023 • 36min
Decoding Big Tech's Impact on AI: Insights with Ross Andersen of The Atlantic
Ross Andersen, staff writer at The Atlantic, discusses the impact of big tech on AI development and policies, including OpenAI's recent changes. They explore AI's historical significance, its impact on jobs and the economy, China's AI development, and the phenomenon of 'foomscrolling'.

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Nov 22, 2023 • 39min
Amanda Levendowski (Georgetown University): Can AI and copyright law coexist?
Georgetown Law Professor Amanda Levendowski and guest co-host discuss copyright law's limits, AI training, evaluating potential harms, fair use factors in AI, ethical competencies in the legal profession, copyright and AI analysis