Silicon Valley Girl

Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors and a pioneer in electric and autonomous vehicles, shares insights on the future of driving. She highlights the revolutionary 'eyes-off' driving experience, where AI takes control of navigation and maintenance. Mary discusses the comparison between personal autonomy vehicles and robo-taxis, and how Google Gemini will enhance driver assistance. She also delves into the implications of AI on manufacturing, practical daily uses, and the importance of a balanced work-life approach. Buckle up for an exciting ride into 2028!

In this engaging discussion, Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind and current head of Microsoft AI, explores the transformative potential of AI over the next decade. He predicts a shift in the job market with routine tasks disappearing and the rise of AI assistants that could reshape daily life. Mustafa also delves into the future of education, suggesting that personalized AI tutors may replace traditional college degrees. Additionally, he emphasizes the ethical development of superintelligent systems, advocating for human-centered AI that enhances, rather than replaces, our capabilities.

Dr. Priscilla Chan, a pediatrician and co-founder of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, discusses revolutionary advancements in AI and medicine. She shares her transformative experiences in the clinic that led her to focus on disease prevention. Priscilla highlights the creation of virtual cell models that could personalize treatments and accelerate drug discovery. She envisions a future where diseases are tackled at their genetic roots and emphasizes the pivotal role of the immune system. Her optimism reveals that many diseases could see cures within our lifetime.

In this engaging discussion, Robby Stein, VP of Product for Google Search, reveals how AI reshapes search and recommendations. He explains the shift to conversational search and the importance of quality content in AI-driven visibility. Robby shares insights on personalized search features and the ongoing role of ads. He demonstrates AI’s abilities, including booking local services, while emphasizing that traditional SEO and trust signals remain crucial for discoverability. Learn how to adapt your business strategies in this evolving digital landscape!

Daniel Priestley, a UK entrepreneur and author known for founding multi-million dollar businesses, discusses the future of work in the age of AI. He explains how jobs will be automated, urging entrepreneurs to leverage AI for growth. Daniel emphasizes the importance of developing high-value capabilities and personal brands, while offering advice on turning agencies into AI-driven products. He highlights the vast opportunities in various industries needing AI skills and shares actionable strategies for young entrepreneurs to thrive amidst changing job landscapes.

Mati Staniszewski, CEO and co-founder of ElevenLabs, dives into the exciting realm of voice AI. He reveals how voice agents are set to revolutionize customer support and sales, guiding users seamlessly while generating leads. Mati discusses the innovative marketplace allowing creators to earn from shared voices and the safeguards necessary to prevent misuse. He emphasizes the importance of learning AI tools and offers actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to harness voice technology for business growth.

In a compelling conversation, Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, shares insights on how AI is reshaping education, career paths, and individual empowerment. He discusses the rapid growth of Perplexity, highlighting their innovative Comet browser that autonomously assists users. Aravind dives into how AI will change shopping by 2030, the potential for agent-level ads to enhance trust, and how professionals can adapt in an AI-driven world. His emphasis on personal depth and product quality provides a refreshing perspective on the future of technology.

In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Mike Krieger, co-founder of Instagram and CPO at Anthropic, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping entrepreneurship and work itself.Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeyk/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekrieger/Links: Follow my Newsletter:⁠⁠ https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠Companies & Products: ⁠⁠https://Marinamogilko.co⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ ⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirl⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/siliconvalleymm⁠⁠

What will happen to jobs in the age of AI? Jesse Zhang, co-founder of $1.5B startup Decagon, joins me to talk about how AI agents are changing the future of work. We dive into which roles are disappearing, which new ones are being created, and the skills you need to stay competitive. Jesse also shares his journey of building one of the fastest-growing AI companies in Silicon Valley, advice for new founders, and what the next generation of entrepreneurs should know about starting in AI.

Amjad Masad, the founder and CEO of Replit, sits down with Marina Mogilko to discuss how AI is revolutionizing the future of business and how solopreneurs can now build a $1B company in just a few years.If you’ve ever wondered how to launch your own AI-powered business, what vibe coding really means, or how AI is changing the rules of entrepreneurship, this episode is for you!Links: Follow my Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Companies & Products: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Marinamogilko.co⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirl⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko⁠⁠⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/siliconvalleymm⁠⁠⁠⁠