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The AI Table

Discussing AI topics that matter. www.theaitable.org

Episodes

  1. Jul 3

    AI’s Hidden Brain: How Knowledge Shapes AI's Decisions

    Jessica Talisman explores AI’s biggest challenges: bias, context, explainability, and responsible practices. She highlights the role of knowledge management, human augmentation, and AI’s broader societal and cultural impact. Key Takeaways AI bias stems from flawed training data, so businesses must prioritize context and knowledge management to address it. Responsible AI demands a human-centered approach, investment in knowledge systems, and a focus on augmenting—not replacing—human capabilities.

  2. Jun 19

    Preparing CEOs and Corporate Boards for Successful AI Implementation

    Most organizations are still unprepared for the real challenges AI brings. This episode with Chief Data Officer Elena Alikhachkina cuts through the noise to tackle what actually matters: governance, accountability, and leadership in the age of intelligent systems. We explore why AI initiatives fail more often than they succeed—and how “shadow AI” is quietly introducing risk into even the most sophisticated organizations. More importantly, we break down what executives must understand now to stay competitive: from building formal AI education pathways to redefining decision-making frameworks at the highest levels of leadership. If you’re a CEO, Chief Data Officer, CIO, CTO, Chief Compliance Officer, or board-level executive, this conversation is essential. The future of your organization depends not just on adopting AI—but on governing it effectively, measuring its value, and ensuring your leadership team is truly AI-literate. Topics covered: Why most AI projects fail—and how to fix itThe hidden risks of shadow AI inside your organizationHow to quantify the ROI of AI governanceWhy AI literacy is now a board-level priorityThe evolving role of executives in an AI-driven enterprise Subscribe for more insights at the intersection of AI, leadership, policy, and enterprise strategy. Contact: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourcompany Website: www.theaitable.org #AILeadership #AIGovernance #AITransformation #AIliteracy #CDO #corporateboard #EnterpriseAI #AICompliance Chapters 00:00 The Role of Accountability in AI Governance05:36 The Need for Formal Curriculum in AI Education13:06 Preventing Cross-Functional Gridlock in AI Deployments18:52 Challenges in AI Project Success and Quality of Decisions35:07 Workforce Development and AI Literacy40:25 Demystifying AI for Non-Technical Executives Visit Us: www.theaitable.org Listen to more talks: https://www.theaitable.org/podcast

  3. Jun 12

    Is AI Making us Stupid?: Thinking in the Age of AI

    Sune Selsbæk-Reitz AI strategist and tech philosopher discusses the concept of promptism (outlined in his new book) and its impact on decision-making and critical thinking. He emphasizes the importance of using AI as a sparing partner rather than a substitute for human judgment in appropriate instances. The conversation delves into the dangers of AI fluency and the fight for meaning in the age of AI, highlighting the need for thoughtful engagement with AI-generated content. Takeaways Promptism: The habit of treating AI generated text as if it were already understanding and factual, leading to a lack of questioning.AI and Critical Thinking: Using AI as a sparing partner in the thinking process, allowing it to enhance human thinking without substituting for it.The Fight for Meaning: The importance of cultivating doubt and thoughtful engagement with AI-generated content to protect competitive advantage and the meaningful aspects of decision-making. Visit us: www.theaitable.org Purchase Promptism: https://lnk.ink/wbPWb Listen to more talks on our site: https://www.theaitable.org/podcast #promptism #ailiteracy #aistrategy #AIPartnership #responsibleai #humanaicollaboration #humanfirstai

  4. Jun 7

    AI and Kids: The Conversation Parents and Policymakers Can't Afford to Skip

    The conversation with Amber Ivey, author of "AI meets AI" covers the importance of AI literacy for kids and the need for AI guardrails for kids. It delves into the impact of AI on children's interactions, social media addiction, parental role in AI literacy, kids' perspectives on AI, policy at federal and state levels, AI literacy resources for parents, and the under-discussed risks of improper AI use for kids. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background06:07 Practical Engagement with AI11:59 Social Media and AI Addiction18:02 Parental Role in AI Literacy24:04 Considerations at Federal and State Level29:49 Under-discussed Risks of AI for Kids Visit us: www.theaitable.org Listen to more talks: https://www.theaitable.org/podcast

  5. Jun 5

    The AI Trust Crisis: Fabricated Reports and Biased Hiring, How to Fix Broken AI Systems

    Reid Blackman dives into the urgent dilemmas of AI—from HR tools facing lawsuits for scraping social media data and discriminating against older job applicants, to big consulting firms publishing AI-generated reports with fabricated citations. He explores how these issues are reshaping trust, accountability, and even mental health. Blackman shares why he wrote The Ethical Nightmare Challenge, exposing the gaps in standard AI governance and introducing his Ethical Nightmare Challenge (ENC) framework—a practical approach to identify and mitigate AI risks before they escalate. He makes the case that responsible AI is a business imperative, with clear ROI for companies that get it right. Whether you’re a CEO navigating regulatory landmines, a tech leader building responsible systems, or a parent concerned about AI’s impact on society, this conversation will push you to ask: What’s the worst that could happen—and how do we stop it? Takeaways Evolution of AI has led to a complex risk landscapeStandard AI governance is inadequate for the evolving technologyThe Ethical Nightmare Challenge framework offers a scalable and outcome-oriented approach to AI governance Visit us: www.theaitable.org Listen to more talks: https://www.theaitable.org/podcast

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