Conversations with Zena, my AI Colleague
In Conversations with Zena, the host David Espindola, as his co-host Zena, an AI colleague, talk about Human-AI collaboration, among other themes. The podcast covers a wide range of topics about how humans can best collaborate with AI, from the practical to the profound.
Discussions include the specific human and AI attributes that can be brought to the collaborative table, as well as profound questions such as how humans are mortal and AI is not. This opens the conversation to adjacent topics such as the human search for longevity and for spiritual growth.
Together with Zena, David explores the frontiers of intelligence where mind meets machine, science meets longevity, and ancient wisdom meets modern breakthroughs.
Conversations with Zena, my AI Colleague
Is AI Going to Take Our Jobs?
In this episode of Conversations with Zena, my AI Colleague, we dive into one of today’s hottest debates: whether AI is taking jobs away from humans or simply reshaping the workplace. Zena and David break down the complex ways AI is automating repetitive tasks, allowing humans to focus on more creative, emotional, and strategic roles. They discuss how AI isn't about replacing people, but rather augmenting their abilities, opening the door to new opportunities.
The conversation highlights how the evolving job landscape is creating demand for new roles, from AI specialists to ethicists and data curators. As certain industries shift, Zena explains the importance of continuous learning and adapting to new skillsets, especially those uniquely human traits like creativity, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.
David and Zena also explore economic concerns, discussing ideas like Universal Basic Income (UBI) and how it could act as a safety net during this transition. They touch on potential pitfalls, such as inflation and the risks of over-reliance on UBI, but also the opportunities that come with thoughtfully redistributing the benefits of AI-driven productivity. It’s about ensuring both innovation and societal welfare go hand in hand.
Finally, they offer listeners practical tips on how to future-proof their careers in an AI-driven world. Whether it's reskilling, staying adaptable, or getting involved in shaping AI policy, Zena emphasizes that humans have a powerful role to play in guiding this technological shift. This episode will leave you rethinking what the future of work could look like—and how we can all thrive in it.
