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Episode Synopsis
Are you worried about preparing your kids for jobs that don’t exist yet? In this episode, we dig into the changes that AI is bringing to work and school. First up, materials scientist Ashley Kaiser reveals how AI is powering “self-driving labs” to offload repetitive tasks, which gives her more time for creative planning and scientific analysis. Next, Google’s Ben Gomes explains why the next era of education must emphasize concepts over mechanics. He also discusses why curiosity, problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary thinking will define future-ready talent. Across both conversations, we talk frankly about the shift from jobs to tasks and why routine work is most exposed to automation. But that does not make human workers less important — it actually makes human strengths more valuable. Critical thinking, clear writing, ethical reasoning, and the ability to frame problems will become the core skills of employability in AI-driven workplaces. We also hear practical AI guidance for parents and students:Build real experience through internships and authentic projects.Use AI to accelerate learning while double-checking outputs.Blend STEM with humanities to strengthen judgment and communication.If you’re wondering what to study, how to break into a first job, or how to keep your skills relevant as technology evolves, this episode offers a clear and optimistic roadmap for thriving alongside AI. aiEDU: The AI Education Project aiEDU.org linkedin.com/company/aiedu/ Dr. Aliza Pressman DrAliza.com linkedin.com/in/aliza-pressman-ph-d-279b7125/
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