The Age of AI with Lara Lewington and Ben Clark

Joy Peddlers

We’re told we’re living in the Age of AI. This series asks what that really means and what matters beyond the hype. Join tech journalist Lara Lewington and Ben Clark from Future Worlds at the University of Southampton as they look past the noise to explore the ideas, decisions and technologies shaping how we live, work and think. From overlooked stories to the researchers, founders and systems building the future, this is where the biggest questions about AI are tackled by the people closest to the answers. This is The Age of AI. New videos every Thursday. Leave a comment below or contact us on theageofaipod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Jul 23

    Could AI Turn Us Into Creator Gods? | Rafie Faruq, CEO of Genie AI

    Is artificial intelligence really going to give us more free time—or are we heading towards a future where we're busier than ever? In this episode of The Age of AI, hosts Lara Lewington and Ben Clark sit down with Rafie Faruq, CEO of Genie AI, to explore where AI is really taking us. From AI agents and the future of work to superintelligence, creativity and the next wave of innovation, Rafie shares his vision for how AI will reshape society. They discuss why today's AI tools are changing how we work, whether AI can become truly intelligent, the future of legal AI, why humans may become "creator gods", and whether superintelligence is even something we should be pursuing. In this episode: Why AI isn't giving us more free time The rise of AI agents and "AI interviewing" How AI could transform the legal industry Why Rafie believes humans will become creators on an unprecedented scale Should we build superintelligence? The future of work in an AI-powered world Why inspiration may matter more than intelligence What do you think? Is AI leading us towards a better future—or are we creating new problems we'll have to solve later? 👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments. #ai #artificialintelligence #futureofwork #aiagents #machinelearning  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Could AI Turn Us Into Creator Gods? | Rafie Faruq, CEO of Genie AI

  2. Jul 16

    Can AI Cure Blindness? | Professor Pearse Keane on the Future of Medicine

    In this episode of The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by Professor Pearse Keane—one of the world's leading ophthalmologists and AI researchers—whose work is already helping to prevent blindness through artificial intelligence. Together, they explore how AI is transforming healthcare, why it could dramatically improve diagnosis and treatment, and whether diseases like cancer could be cured within our children's lifetime. In this episode: How AI is helping prevent blindness Why AI could transform healthcare Could cancer be cured in our children's lifetime? Why AI won't replace doctors—but could make them even better The future of medicine in the age of AI 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping the future of AI. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Healthcare #Medicine #MedicalAI #FutureOfMedicine #TheAgeOfAI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Can AI Cure Blindness? | Professor Pearse Keane on the Future of Medicine

  3. Jul 9

    The Future of AI Depends on Who Builds It | Anne-Marie Imafidon

    Who gets to shape the future of AI? In this episode of The Age of AI, hosts Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE, CEO of Stemettes – the social enterprise inspiring and supporting girls and young women into STEM careers. Together, they explore why diversity isn't just a social issue—it's essential to building better technology. From AI bias and healthcare failures to education, sci-fi inspiration and the future of work, Anne-Marie explains why the people building AI today will shape the world we all live in tomorrow. In this episode: * Why diversity leads to better AI * The healthcare stories that changed the conversation * How STEM education needs to evolve * Why AI should solve everyday problems—not just flashy ones * The importance of imagination in building tomorrow's technology * Why the future of AI depends on who gets a seat at the table Whether you're interested in artificial intelligence, technology, education or innovation, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the human side of AI. Subscribe for more conversations exploring how AI is transforming our world. #artificialintelligence #stem #womenintech #futureofwork #theageofai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The Future of AI Depends on Who Builds It | Anne-Marie Imafidon

  4. Jul 2

    Beyond the Hype Cycle: How Businesses Are Deploying AI For The Long Haul

    In this episode of The Age of AI, hosts Laura Lewington and Ben Clark look past the initial wave of excitement to ask a critical question: Is artificial intelligence entering its difficult adolescent phase? We explore the shift from playful AI pilots and ChatGPT demos to the complex reality of deploying AI agents at scale. From sorting out an enterprise's "digital plumbing" and data governance to navigating the hidden computing costs of token budgets, we dive into what it takes to build sustainable tech solutions. We unpack customer service "doom loops" versus successful models like Klarna, examine the rising token costs for enterprises, and discuss why human creativity remains the ultimate edge over mediocre "AI slop." Are we barely scratching the surface of what's possible, or are we heading into an era of AI inflation? If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell! #TheAgeOfAI #AIAgents #ArtificialIntelligence #TechTrends #DigitalTransformation #Innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Beyond the Hype Cycle: How Businesses Are Deploying AI For The Long Haul

  5. Jun 25

    Is AI Fundamentally Biased? The Truth About AI Governance | Raj Bharat Patel

    In this episode of The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by Raj Bharat Patel, AI Transformation Lead at Holistic AI, to explore one of the most important questions in artificial intelligence today: is AI fundamentally biased? From hallucinations and governance to accountability and trust, Raj explains why the biggest challenge facing AI may not be the technology itself, but how organisations choose to deploy it. The conversation explores whether AI can ever be truly unbiased, why governance isn't just a box-ticking exercise, how companies can reduce AI risk without slowing innovation, and what could trigger the industry's next major reckoning. Along the way, they discuss: • Why AI systems inherit biases from human history• How businesses test AI for bias and hallucinations• The growing importance of AI governance• Whether regulation helps or hinders innovation• The risks of deploying AI without safeguards• Who is responsible when AI gets things wrong• Why trust may be the most important factor in AI adoption• Whether the current AI boom is a bubble#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIGovernance #ResponsibleAI #MachineLearning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Is AI Fundamentally Biased? The Truth About AI Governance | Raj Bharat Patel

  6. Jun 18

    If AI Has a Brain, What Happens When We Give It a Body? | Dr Shan Luo

    What happens when artificial intelligence leaves the screen and steps into the physical world? In this episode of The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clark explore the fast-emerging frontier of embodied and physical AI with guest Dr Shan Luo, a robotics researcher at King’s College London working at the cutting edge of robot perception, tactile sensing, and intelligent machines that can physically interact with the world. Together they unpack the big question: if AI has a brain, what happens when we give it a body? From robots that can “feel” objects through advanced tactile sensors, to machines learning to operate in messy, unpredictable real-world environments, this conversation dives deep into how AI is evolving beyond software into physical agents that could one day assist in homes, hospitals, warehouses, and even elderly care. They discuss: Why robots struggle in unstructured real-world environments How tactile sensing gives machines a “sense of touch” The role of physics, simulation, and world models in robotics Whether humanoid robots are actually the right design The safety and ethical challenges of autonomous machines How embodied AI could transform care, work, and daily life #ai #robotics #techpodcast #futuretechnology #machinelearning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    If AI Has a Brain, What Happens When We Give It a Body? | Dr Shan Luo

  7. Jun 11

    Are we more or less connected because of technology? | David Williams

    How can AI improve conversations in healthcare? This week on The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by David Williams, Founder and CEO of KAI Conversations, a company using AI to transform communication across the life sciences industry. KAI helps pharmaceutical companies better understand what healthcare professionals and patients need, turning conversations into actionable insights that can improve engagement, decision-making and ultimately patient outcomes. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in healthcare, could it help create more effective interactions between pharma companies, clinicians and patients? How can organisations move beyond outdated research methods and unlock deeper, real-time insights? And what role will AI play in shaping the future of healthcare communication? David shares his vision for a future where AI helps organisations listen better, learn faster and make smarter decisions that benefit both businesses and patients.🎙️ In this episode: • How AI is transforming healthcare conversations• The future of insights in life sciences• Improving engagement with healthcare professionals• Better patient experiences through better data• The opportunities and challenges of AI in healthcare Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping the future of artificial intelligence. #ai #artificialintelligence #healthcareai #lifesciences #pharma #techpodcast #theageofai #laralewington #benclark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Are we more or less connected because of technology? | David Williams

  8. Jun 4

    Don't Switch Your Brain Off: How To Stop Your Brain Becoming AI Slop | Lara Lewington & Ben Clark

    Is AI making us smarter... or slowly making us useless? In this episode of The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clarke tackle one of the biggest questions surrounding artificial intelligence today. As AI becomes increasingly woven into our daily lives, are these tools helping us flourish, create and solve bigger problems — or are they encouraging us to outsource our thinking altogether? From AI assistants managing emails and schedules to groundbreaking advances in healthcare, brain-computer interfaces and disease detection, the conversation explores the enormous opportunities AI presents. But it also confronts the growing concerns around dependency, critical thinking, memory and what happens when we stop questioning the answers AI gives us. Along the way, Lara and Ben discuss: • Whether AI is augmenting human intelligence or replacing it • How AI could transform healthcare and medical diagnosis • Neuralink and the future of brain-computer interfaces • Why AI may help doctors rather than replace them • The danger of "AI slop" and outsourcing your thinking • What AI means for future generations growing up with these tools• How to use AI without losing the skills that matter most The Age of AI looks beyond the headlines to explore the technologies, ideas and decisions shaping the future. 👍 Like, subscribe and leave a comment with your thoughts: Is AI making us smarter or making us lazy? #ai #artificialintelligence #technology #futureofwork #healthcareai #neuralink #machinelearning #innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Don't Switch Your Brain Off: How To Stop Your Brain Becoming AI Slop | Lara Lewington & Ben Clark
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We’re told we’re living in the Age of AI. This series asks what that really means and what matters beyond the hype. Join tech journalist Lara Lewington and Ben Clark from Future Worlds at the University of Southampton as they look past the noise to explore the ideas, decisions and technologies shaping how we live, work and think. From overlooked stories to the researchers, founders and systems building the future, this is where the biggest questions about AI are tackled by the people closest to the answers. This is The Age of AI. New videos every Thursday. Leave a comment below or contact us on theageofaipod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Joy Peddlers
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    25
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    Clean
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    © Joy Peddlers

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