At Women and AI (WAAI), we are passionate about advancing the field of artificial intelligence by empowering and amplifying the voices of women in technology. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to more robust, inclusive, and innovative solutions.
Our community is a hub for women in all stages of their AI journey, from AI thought leaders and seasoned industry experts to early-career professionals and students. WAAI fosters collaboration, learning, and mentorship to create a more inclusive future in AI and beyond.
The podcast Women And AI is created by Lana Dubinskiy, Reut Lazo, Jenny Kay Pollock. The podcast and the artwork on this page are embedded on this page using the public podcast feed (RSS).
In this conversation, Joyce Li discusses the importance of AI governance, emphasizing the need for a human-centered approach. She highlights the risks of ignoring AI adoption and the necessity for boards to implement comprehensive policies.
Joyce shares insights from her experience in writing the AI Governance Playbook and the significance of diverse perspectives in governance. The discussion also covers fostering a culture of innovation while ensuring cybersecurity, the evolving landscape of finance due to AI, and the challenges women face in the AI field.
Joyce encourages women to embrace their AI fluency and actively participate in the community.
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In this epsiode, we discuss AI business development and app monetization with Sisian Sadler, Director of Business Development.
We’ll learn about AI’s role in app monetization, personalization, growth, and product adoption.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI.
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In this episode of Women in AI, hosts Reut and Jenny welcome Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek, a prominent figure in the AI space, to discuss her journey, the evolution of conversational AI, and the current job market dynamics influenced by AI technologies. Joan shares insights from her new book, 'Your AI Roadmap', emphasizing the importance of inspiration and actionable strategies for career growth. The conversation also touches on the risks and opportunities businesses face when integrating AI, future trends in data streaming, and the significance of community support for women in tech.
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Meet our guest Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek
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In this episode of Women in AI, hosts Reut and Jenny Kay Pollock engage with JoJo Platt, President of Platt & Associates, to discuss the integration of AI in healthcare through the lens of bio design. JoJo shares insights on how entrepreneurship can be learned, the importance of understanding problems before proposing solutions, and the role of diverse voices in AI development. The conversation also touches on the emerging trends in neurotech, the significance of human oversight in AI applications, and the future of AI in society. JoJo emphasizes the need for inclusivity and transparency in AI, as well as the potential for AI to improve quality of care and democratize access to technology.
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00:00 Introduction to Women in AI Podcast
03:01 Exploring the AI in Healthcare Design Lab
05:51 Tailoring Bio Design Principles to AI
08:41 Impact of Student Projects in AI and Healthcare
10:50 Emerging Trends in AI and Neurotech
12:34 Integrating AI in Healthcare Effectively
15:27 Ensuring Inclusivity and Safety in AI
17:45 The Role of Diversity in AI Development
19:28 Advice for Beginners in AI
22:12 Navigating Risks in Generative AI
24:19 The Future of AI: Possibilities and Concerns
27:17 Embracing Contrarian Thinking with AI
28:44 Personal Experiences with AI
32:11 AI in Professional Settings: Enhancing Quality
33:51 The Role of Corporations in AI Ethics
37:17 Women Leading in AI: Spotlight on Innovators
42:12 Building a Supportive Community in AI
45:49 FINAL WAAI Outro Video .mp4
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The conversation explores the transformative impact of AI across various sectors, emphasizing its role in youth mental health, the rise of autonomous AI agents, and the importance of building trust in AI systems. Speakers share insights on how AI can enhance human capabilities, the need for responsible development, and the future of AI in collaboration with humans.
Join our speakers and moderator:
🔸 Greta McAnany (CEO, Blue Fever)
🔸 Saritha Prasad Vrittamani (Microsoft)
🔸 Somya Kapoor (TheLoops)
🔸 Neelu Shaikh (Human First AI)
🔸 Shelby Heinecke, PhD (Salesforce)
🔸Holly Uber (Venture Capital and Limited Partner)
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In this episode of Women and AI, hosts Jenny Kay Pollock and Lana A Dubinskiy chat with Jo Lambadjieva, an expert in e-commerce and AI integration. They discuss the transformative impact of AI on e-commerce, the importance of adapting marketing strategies to generational differences, and the necessity for brands to embrace AI tools. Jo shares her journey into AI, the role of AI in her newsletter, and highlights inspiring women in the AI community.
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Claude
ChatGPT
Perplexity
Poe
Who to Follow:
Connect with Women And AI
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Visit Women And AI Website
Takeaways
AI is becoming essential for e-commerce success.
Understanding customer data is crucial for brands.
Generational differences affect AI adoption strategies.
Brands should start using AI tools immediately.
AI can enhance marketing processes significantly.
Community support is vital for women in AI.
AI can help create effective customer personas.
Continuous learning about AI is necessary for brands.
AI tools can streamline content creation for newsletters.
Women in AI should uplift and support each other.
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01:44 - E-commerce and AI Integration
06:35 - The Future of AI in E-commerce
11:32 - Generational Differences in AI Adoption
15:15 - Getting Started with AI for Brands
20:03 - The Role of AI in Newsletters
24:57 - Jo's AI Origin Story
28:31 - Women Inspiring Women in AI
32:29 - Closing Thoughts and Community Support
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In this episode, Melinda Coler, the founder and CEO of Conversa AI, discusses the future of hiring and how AI can be used to create a more human-centered hiring process. Conversa helps hiring teams identify the best candidate for the job by going beyond resumes and giving candidates a chance to share more. They use AI to have conversations with candidates and extract the best information to present to hiring managers. Melinda emphasizes the importance of using AI to mitigate bias in the hiring process and suggests that companies should educate candidates on how their hiring process works to reduce bias. She also highlights the need for candidates to apply even if they don't meet all the qualifications listed in a job description and encourages recruiters to ask candidates about how they measure success to identify relevant metrics. Melinda believes that AI will continue to play a role in hiring and job search, helping companies identify the best fit for any given job and making the process more efficient and equal for both sides.
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Key Takeaways
AI can be used to create a more human-centered hiring process by going beyond resumes and giving candidates a chance to share more.
Companies should use AI to mitigate bias in the hiring process and educate candidates on how their hiring process works to reduce bias.
Candidates should apply even if they don't meet all the qualifications listed in a job description, as they may have relevant experiences that they haven't identified.
Recruiters should ask candidates about how they measure success to identify relevant metrics and assess their suitability for a job.
AI will continue to play a role in hiring and job search, helping companies identify the best fit for any given job and making the process more efficient and equal for both sides.
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In this episode, Jenny interviews Yovana Rosales, CEO and founder of AI Latina. They discuss the importance of self-care and how AI can be used to enhance productivity and efficiency. Jovana shares her experience in creating AI-powered meditations for self-compassion, natural beauty, and leadership. They also talk about the upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month and the need for allies to support and promote Latinx talent.
Yovana Rosales, founder of AI Latina, shares her journey from experiential marketing to AI education. She emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in AI and the need for underrepresented communities to have a seat at the table. Yovana encourages patience and curiosity when learning about AI and highlights the role of community in supporting and uplifting each other. She also mentions the biases and discrimination within AI and the importance of including diverse voices in decision-making processes.
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Barb Hyman, CEO and founder of Sapia.ai, discusses the inspiration behind creating an AI-driven recruitment solution. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on the problem and the customer rather than the technology itself. Barb highlights the inhumanity and bias in the hiring process that led her to develop Sapia.ai. She explains how the AI Smart Interviewer extracts features from language responses to assess candidates and ensure a positive and fair experience. Barb also discusses the risks and considerations in using AI and the need for transparency and trust in the AI industry.
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00:00 Introduction and Background
01:06 Inspiration for Sapia.ai
05:54 AI Smart Interviewer
09:14 Ensuring a Positive and Fair Experience
12:30 Data Privacy and Security
17:42 Transparency and Trust in AI
20:48 Interview Questions and Assessments
21:18 Language Models and AI Tools
24:43 Impact of AI on Jobs and Skill Sets
26:57 The Future of Recruitment
32:49 Risks and Considerations in Using AI
38:03 Barb's Experience with AI
45:28 How the Women in AI Community Can Help
Cindy Lin, a senior director and data scientist at Bundles Investing, discusses the application of AI in the finance industry. She highlights the use of machine learning in algorithmic trading and natural language processing for equity research. Cindy also explores the challenges of integrating AI into existing financial systems and the importance of understanding the audience and infrastructure.
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In this conversation, Jenny and Lana interview Saumya Putnagar, the CPO and co-founder of Involve.ai, an AI-driven early warning dashboard that helps companies predict churn and revenue growth opportunities using customer data. Saumya shares insights on how AI can help businesses find better leads, save time, and automate tedious tasks. She emphasizes the importance of responsible AI and offers advice for women looking to level up their AI careers. Saumya also discusses her own AI journey and recommends AI products like GitHub Copilot, Uizard, and Grammarly. She encourages listeners to start with simple AI tools and learn the art of prompting.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:52 Using AI to Find Better Leads and Automate Manual Tasks
05:30 The Risks and Considerations of Using AI
07:54 Advice for Women in AI: Trust Your Intuition
10:40 The Future of AI: Incremental Innovation and Multi-Modal Applications
24:30 The Importance of Responsible AI
26:36 First Experiences with AI and the Potential of Generative AI
28:30 Top AI Product Recommendations
30:25 Women in AI and Valuable Resources
32:06 Starting with Simple AI Tools and Learning the Art of Prompting
34:16 Supporting and Connecting with Women in AI
35:41 Living in Different Cities and Startup Challenges
In this episode, Ashley Gross, the founder and CEO of the Prompt Community, discusses the transformative impact of generative AI and the need for AI education and cross-collaboration.
Ashley also shares insights about the Prompt Community, which offers AI tutorials and connects members with AI founders. She talks about the first cohort of her course on building a business with AI and the benefits of community collaboration.
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In this episode, Neha Goel, a Sr. AI engineer at Microsoft, founder of N23 Studio, and Chair of Women in AI Leadership Program at AI 2030, discusses her work in the field of AI and its impact on healthcare.
She explains the concepts of deep learning, machine learning, and neural networks, highlighting their interconnectedness. Neha also introduces the concept of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and its use in generating relevant information using large language models and external knowledge.
She shares her personal career journey, including battling gender bias in the tech industry.
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In this episode, Jenny and Reut interview Ayla Annac, co-founder and CEO of Innovo Sciences, about AI's impact on healthcare and specifically on drug discovery for heart issues.
Ayla shares her personal journey and mission to find safe and effective drugs for heart failure, inspired by the loss of her father to the disease. She discusses the work of Innovo Sciences in developing cardiac precision discovery technologies that integrate patient-derived micro heart models and AI-driven diagnostics.
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00:00 Introduction to Ayla Annac and Innovo Sciences
04:01 Ayla's Personal Motivation and Mission
07:51 Patient-Derived Models and Precision Medicine
09:23 Matching Drugs to Subpopulations for Effective Treatment
13:00 The Importance of Diversity in Clinical Trials
14:50 Empowering Vulnerable Populations with AI
16:38 Ethical Use of AI in Healthcare
18:24 Keeping Humans in the Loop with AI
18:54 Protecting Small Creators and Ensuring Fair Innovation
20:44 Ethics and Integrity in AI
25:49 Connecting and Uniting with AI31:25Influential Women in the AI Space
34:44 Collaboration in Precision Cardiac Medicine Development
36:24 How the Women in AI Community Can Help
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In this episode, the hosts interview Lindsay Whitmer Collins, an expert in emerging AI trends and the founder of Welcome App Studio. They discuss Lindsay's journey as an entrepreneur, her work in AI. They also explore the importance of distributed AI and the potential for personal AI to connect directly without relying on big tech. The conversation explores the potential of distributed technology and the need for a new model of the internet that aligns incentives and promotes data sovereignty. Lindsey emphasizes the need for women to be active participants in AI.
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00:00 Introduction
03:09 Lindsay's Journey as an Entrepreneur
07:50 Building That Thing I Told You About
11:58 Supporting Women's Health with AI
18:05 The Potential of Distributed AI
24:04 The Future of Personal AI
27:05 Creating Applications that Provide Expertise
30:51 The Importance of Diverse Voices in AI
29:24 The Potential of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies in the Internet
33:17 Concerns of Consolidation of Power in AI
35:30 The Importance of Women in AI
Episode Summary
The conversation revolves around the panelists introducing themselves, discussing their career journeys in AI, and sharing their thoughts on the current state and future of AI.
They touch on topics such as the differentiation between hype and real AI, the challenges and concerns of AI proliferation, and the importance of ethics and transparency in AI development. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities of AI in relation to data, bias, and gender representation. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing biases in AI systems and the need for diverse and inclusive data sets.
The speakers discuss the potential of AI in healthcare, including drug discovery and improving access to care. They also highlight the need for more women in leadership roles in AI and VC funding. The conversation concludes with a call to action for increased participation, learning, and voicing perspectives in the AI field.
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Meet Our Guests
Moderator: Pallavi Sharma, Founder witOmni AI Marketing
Panelists:
Dr. Sarah Benson-Konforty,General Partner at 1010VC, Board member of The Alliance for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Chetna Mahajan, Chief Digital & Information Officer at Amplitude
Kim Carson,CEO and Founder at Parallax Futures
Janet George, Chief AI Digital Officer, Intel
In this episode, Jenny and Lana interview Anna Santosh, founder of kraft AI, about her work in AI and her advice for business leaders.
Anna discusses the importance of demystifying AI and making it accessible to all, as well as the challenges and best practices for AI adoption. She emphasizes the need for strategic planning, governance, and upskilling when implementing AI in organizations.
Anna also shares her AI origin story and highlights the potential and risks of AI in the future. She encourages women to get involved in AI and bring diverse perspectives to shape the technology.
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Meet Our Guest
AI Tools + Sources
ChatGPT - some of the previously paid features at the time of recording are now free
Who to Follow
Connect with Women And AI
Takeaways
Demystifying AI and making it accessible is crucial for driving innovation and impact.
AI adoption requires strategic planning, governance, and upskilling.
Leaders should focus on solving customer problems rather than just building AI products.
Guardrails and policies are necessary to address the risks and security issues of AI.
Women's voices and diverse perspectives are essential for shaping the future of AI.
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02:12 Demystifying AI and Making it Accessible
06:19 Challenges and Best Practices for AI Adoption
13:52 Choosing the Right LLM Model
22:54 Understanding Neural Networks
25:41 Using AI in Work and Personal Life
27:49 Getting Started with AI
30:40 Addressing AI Risks and Security
34:57 The Potential and Risks of AI
In this episode, Honey Yadav discusses the value of AI in business, the importance of customer data privacy and security, and the challenges and opportunities for women in AI. She emphasizes the need for a structured strategic approach to AI technology and the gap between industry use cases and AI solution deployment.
Honey highlights the measures taken by businesses to ensure data privacy and security, such as federated learning architectures and compliance management software. She discusses the risks and opportunities of responsible AI and the future of AI in various industries. Honey recommends articles and leaders to follow in the
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Resources:
Meet Our Guest:
LinkedIn Page: Honey Yadav
Who to Follow:
Toju Duke author of the book Building Responsible AI Algorithms
Ozge Demirci author of article: Can Gender-Blind Algorithmic Pricing Eliminate the Gender Gap?
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Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny are in conversation with ChaVon (CJ) Clarke-Joell. She discusses her work in AI ethics and her role in promoting inclusion and diversity in AI. CJ talks about the need for global collaboration to address the challenges of the digital polycrisis. CJ also shares insights from her book, 'The Digital Polycrisis,' which provides strategies for navigating the complexities of the digital world. She emphasizes the importance of humanization and inclusivity in AI governance and ethics.
She emphasizes the importance of planting seeds of interest in AI from a young age and highlights her experience with Mia’s Global AI Leadership Program. She envisions a future where humans and AI work together, and encourages continuous learning and adaptation to stay relevant in the age of AI.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/women-and-ai to stay engaged with our mission.
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Meet Our Guest
AI Tools + Sources
Who to Follow
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Takeaways
Promoting inclusion and diversity in AI is crucial for creating a more equitable and ethical AI ecosystem.
Mindful privacy and ethical behavior are essential when using AI to protect personal information and prevent exploitation.
Global collaboration is necessary to address the challenges posed by the digital polycrisis and develop inclusive and effective solutions.
Humanization and inclusivity are key principles in AI governance and ethics, and there is a need for more diversity in these fields. Planting seeds of interest in AI from a young age can lead to future career paths in AI ethics.
Continuous learning and adaptation are crucial to staying relevant in the age of AI.
CJ's book is available in print, ebook, and soon in audiobook format.
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Sarah Benson-Konforty, a serial entrepreneur and investor, discusses the role of AI in healthcare and the challenges faced by women in the VC space. She emphasizes the importance of diversity on boards and the need for women to support one another. Sarah also shares her insights on the state of AI in venture capital and offers advice for startups seeking funding. She highlights the risks associated with AI tools and recommends tools like ChatGPT, Superhuman, and Otter for productivity. Sarah encourages women in AI to spread the word and connect with other founders.
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ChatGPT
SuperHumans
RemixAI
Dall-E
MidJourney
Otter.AI
Books recommendation
Live 3 .0 Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence by Max Tegmark.
The Alignment Problem, Machine Learning, and Human Values by Ryan Christian.
Be Board Ready by Betsy Atkins
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Sarah Benson-Konforty LinkedIn
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In this episode, Reut, Jenny, and Lana interview Kara Peterson, the founder of Descrybe.AIi, a generative AI legal search engine. Kara shares her journey of starting the company and the motivation behind it. She discusses the challenges of legal research and the access gap in the legal system. Kara explains how AI can be used to make legal research more accessible and the potential impact it can have on closing the justice gap. She emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the AI space.
Takeaways
describe.ai is a generative AI legal search engine that aims to make legal research more accessible
The legal system has an access gap, with limited access to legal information and services for many people
AI has the potential to close the justice gap by providing tools for legal research and improving access to legal information
Diversity and inclusion are crucial in the AI space to ensure that the benefits of AI are accessible to all
Listeners are encouraged to explore AI in their areas of interest and get involved in the AI community
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Meet Our Guest
AI Tools + Sources
Open AI (not ChatGPT)
Who to Follow
Kassi Burns, legal tech expert
Message Kara to join AI Baddies if you’re in legal tech
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In this conversation, Amanda Farris and Sarah Malo from LinkUnite discuss their experiences with AI and its impact on their community. They talk about how LinkUnite started as a support network for women in the industry and has grown into a platform that connects and empowers entrepreneurs and executives. They also discuss the practical applications of AI in various aspects of their work, such as content creation, event organization, and social media management. They emphasize the importance of creativity and experimentation when using AI and provide advice for getting started with AI tools. They also touch on the risks and privacy concerns associated with AI. The conversation covers various topics related to AI, including the challenges of using large language models, the potential risks of proprietary data, the future of AI, the experiences of women in the AI industry, and the importance of collaboration and mentorship. The guests also discuss their own work in the AI space and their goals of making AI more accessible through their platform, Not So Artificial.
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00:00 Introduction and Background
03:09 New Chapter
03:57 The Impact of AI on LinkUnite and the Community
10:50 AI Origin Stories: How Amanda and Sarah Started Using AI
11:47 Getting Started with AI: Advice and Recommendations
19:29 AI in Personal and Work Environments: Creative Applications
24:43 AI in Event Organization and Parenting
25:58 AI in Marketing: Practical Applications and Demystification
27:33 The Risks of Using AI in the Workplace
29:07 The Exciting Future of AI
34:03 Women in AI: Collaboration and Mentorship
38:09 Not So Artificial: Making AI Accessible
41:55 Sara Malo's Blog: Sharing Experiences and Advice
44:24 FINAL WAAI Outro Video .mp4
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Meet Our Guests
Sara Malo - Sunday coffee with Sarah ☕
AI Tools + Resources
Who to Follow
Wendy Hall
Beth Conn from Neura
In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut, Jenny, and Lana interview Jigyasa Grover, an AI research lead and co-author of the book 'Sculpting Data for Machine Learning'. This episode provides a technical deep dive into AI. We discuss the differences between AI, ML, and LLMs, the use of large language models in AI systems, and the importance of ethics and human-centered design in AI development. Jigyasa shares her experience as a woman in the AI field and the need for diversity and inclusion. She recommends AI products like Gemini, Grammarly, and Copilot, and discusses the future of AI in various industries.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI.
Takeaways
AI engineers develop systems that can learn and make decisions without explicit programming.
AI can be thought of as a broad field that encompasses various techniques for creating machines that can mimic human intelligence.
ML is a subfield of AI that focuses on developing algorithms that allow machines to learn from data.
LLMs are machine learning models designed to understand and generate human-like text.
Python is the dominant language for LLM development, while JavaScript and TypeScript are used for web interfaces.
Ethics and human-centered design are crucial in AI development to ensure fairness, privacy, and trust.
AI adoption is expected to continue growing across industries, with a focus on ethical and responsible AI practices.
Collaboration, networking, and community engagement are important for women in the AI field.
Recommended AI products: Gemini, Grammarly, and Copilot.
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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:55 Guest Introduction: Jigyasa Grover
04:43 Tools and Libraries for AI Development
07:31 Evaluating AI Models
12:07 AI in Various Industries
14:13 Bridging the Gender Gap in the AI Field
21:02 Integration of AI into Everyday Life
23:28 Inspiring Women in AI: Dr. Fei-Fei Li
25:04 Risks and Considerations in Using AI
26:48 The Future of AI
29:57 Recommended AI Products
32:15 Women in AI Listener Support
In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut and Jenny discuss the Mia - Mission Impact Academy’s mission to upskill 1M Women in the field of AI with Tarja Stephens.
Tarja is the co-founder and Chief AI Officer of Mia, discusses the importance of upskilling women in AI and bridging the gender gap in the field. Mia aims to empower 1 million women in AI skilling opportunities by 2030. Tarja emphasizes the need for skill-based learning, hiring, and career advancement to improve AI integration in business. She highlights the challenges women face, such as bias in hiring and the need for skills recognition. Tarja provides advice for executives navigating AI adoption and encourages women to take an active part in the AI-driven economy.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI.
Resources:
Meet Our Guest:
Tarja Stephens on LinkedIn
Website: https://www.theMia.world/
AI Tools:
Who to Follow:
Julie Sweet CEO, Accenture
Mia Team
Janna
Anne-Marie Enns
Kacte Carter
Melissa Stires
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Takeaways
Mission Impact Academy (Mia) aims to empower 1 million women in AI skilling opportunities by 2030.
Skill-based learning, hiring, and career advancement are crucial for improving AI integration in business and bridging the gender gap in AI.
Women in AI face challenges such as bias in hiring and the need for skills recognition.
Executives should adopt an AI-first mindset, invest in talent, and stay informed to navigate AI adoption successfully.
Women should take an active part in the AI-driven economy by exploring, connecting, and creating in the field of AI.
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00:00 Introduction
04:58 Opportunities for Women in the AI Field
07:21 The Impact of Women Not Getting Skilled Up in AI
09:53 Mia's Membership Program and How Women Can Get Involved
15:01 Challenges Women Face in the AI Field
23:45 Taking an Active Part in the AI-Driven Economy
27:28 Readiness of Businesses for AI Adoption
30:11 Advice for Executives Navigating AI Adoption
32:44 Inspiring Women in the AI Space: Julie Sweet
35:25 How Listeners Can Help Mission Impact Academy (Mia)
Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut & Jenny discuss adding AI to your company, your mobile app growth strategy and your personal life.
We’ll learn how AI is impacting mobile growth, AI can help remote workers and what AI tools you should test out if you’re just starting your AI journey. Alice also highlights the importance of AI governance and ethics and the need for more diverse voices in the field
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/women-and-ai to stay engaged with our mission.
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Meet Our Guest
AI Tools + Sources
Who to Follow
Connect with Women And AI
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This is the second part of our roundtable discussion. This conversation explores the use of prompts to reduce bias in AI-generated content and the importance of context and training in achieving desired results. It highlights the need for diversity in AI development and the challenges of addressing bias in AI models. The discussion also touches on the role of education, cultural conditioning, and values in promoting equality and inclusivity. The participants emphasize the importance of supporting and uplifting women in the AI community and the need for awareness of the positive impact of AI.
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00:00 Acknowledgements
12:51 Increasing Context and Specificity in AI Models
14:14 Addressing Bias in AI through Different Models
14:44 The Importance of Diversity in AI Development
15:43 The Need for Diversity in AI Funding and Recruitment
16:43 Envisioning AI Governance and Regulations
17:55 Ensuring Inclusivity in Therapeutics and Healthcare AI
19:06 The Role of Women in AI Development and Leadership
20:33 Guidelines and Best Practices for AI Development
21:57 Cultural Conditioning and Gender Equality in AI
23:48 Generational Change and Shifting Perspectives on Gender
26:00 Highlighting Positive AI Applications and Best Practices
29:31 Supporting and Encouraging Women in AI
29:43 Raising Awareness and Sharing Knowledge on Social Media
30:31 Building Relationships and Supporting Each Other
31:47 Empowering Women in AI and Encouraging Thought Leadership
35:09 Amplifying Voices and Recognizing Solutions in AI
36:06 Preparing People and Businesses to Use AI Effectively
38:04 Conclusion and Farewell
Summary
This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at a roundtable discussion on AI and bias hosted by Women And AI during GDC 2024.
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The roundtable discuss the importance of addressing AI bias and creating an environment that fosters unbiased technology. They also explore the biases present in funding for AI projects and the lack of diversity in the AI industry. The conversation explores the biases in AI-generated content and the challenges of creating diverse and inclusive representations.
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In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss the intersection of art and AI with Stephanie Dinkins.
Stephanie Dickens is a transdisciplinary artist, focused on creating inclusive and ethical AI systems. She shares her recent project, 'Not the Only One,' which aims to create a memoir of a Black American family in chatbot form. Stephanie also discusses the challenges of building a data set for the project and the responsibility of AI models. She emphasizes the importance of education and diverse perspectives in shaping the future of AI.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI.
Resources:
Meet Our Guest
See Stephanie’ Art: Secret Garden
AI Tools
Who to Follow
Broad Approach to AI - Lauren Lee McCarthy
Co-create Music - Lav R Varshney
Next Wave AI - Yann LeCun
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Takeaways
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00:00 Introduction
01:26 Stephanie's Recent Work
03:15 Creating Nuanced AI
04:03 Challenges in Generating AI Images
05:04 Recognition and Achievements
06:05 Supporting Stephanie's Work
08:00 The Project 'Not the Only One'
09:35 The Guggenheim Museum Recognition
11:51 Building a Data Set for 'Not the Only One'
14:40 Continuing to Improve 'Not the Only One'
16:30 Other Projects by Stephanie
18:15 Engaging with Stephanie's Work
20:47 Responsibilities of AI Models
23:38 Tools and Trends in AI
26:32 Being a Woman in the AI Space
29:23 Risks and Inclusivity in AI
33:05 The Future of AI
36:01 Recommended People to Follow
40:13 Stephanie's Journey in the AI Space
43:26 Conclusion
Episode Description:
Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss the intersection of data and AI with Kim Carson. We’ll learn the meaning of the concept of conceptual technologists and the fellowship program offered by Parallax Futures.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at Women And AI and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
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Kim Carson, CEO of Parallax Futures, discusses the importance of diversity in AI and the need for multi-dimensional perspectives in innovation. She shares her journey in AI, starting with a focus on education and personalizing curriculum. Kim introduces the concept of conceptual technologists, who explore the possibilities of AI and aim to discover new applications and solutions. She emphasizes the importance of championing diverse perspectives and reducing inequality in AI development. Kim also highlights the work of Parallax Futures in aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and empowering individuals through AI. She advises creating a better future with AI and recommends AI tools for productivity and creativity. Kim discusses the opportunities and risks of AI and calls for changes in the educational system to integrate AI into multidisciplinary approaches. She encourages the AI community to support Parallax Futures and join the movement of conceptual technologists.
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In this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss AI Hackathons with the My Speech BFF team. We’ll learn what designing for an AI app is like, get some tips on how to succeed at a hackathon and explore the power of an all-woman team!
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
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Book Recommendation: Liz Moody’s 100 Ways to Change Your Life
Artificial Intelligence A Guide for Thinking Humans by Melanie Mitchell
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Participating in a hackathon can be a great way to learn new skills, collaborate with others, and build your portfolio.
When using AI tools, it's important to consider ethical implications, such as privacy, biases, and the impact on industries and professions.
Supporting women in AI includes celebrating their accomplishments, sharing knowledge and resources, and creating a supportive community.
AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Bard (now Gemini), Grammarly, and Canva can be helpful for various tasks, such as generating text, transcribing meetings, and creating designs.
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During this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut Lana and Jenny discuss how to utilize AI for ADHD diagnosis and treatment with Adi Diner.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website Women And AI, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
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In this episode, Adi Diner, co-founder and CEO of iFocus Health, discusses the role of AI in ADHD treatment and mental health care. Adi shares her personal journey with ADHD and how it inspired her to develop objective, data-driven approaches to measuring progress in ADHD treatment. She explains how iFocus Health uses webcam technology to track eye movements as a proxy for measuring progress. Adi also discusses the intersection of AI and diversity in hiring, the challenges and opportunities of AI in healthcare, and the importance of bridging the gap between clinicians and AI experts. She emphasizes the need to address bias in AI and the importance of involving clinicians in the development and validation of AI tools. Adi invites individuals with ADHD to try out the iFocus Health product and provide feedback, and she highlights the need for funding and support to advance their work in the ADHD space.
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During this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut and Jenny discuss AI regulation and daily use. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website Women And AI, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
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In this episode, Jenny and Reut discuss AI regulation and its impact on daily life. They review the executive order signed by President Joe Biden in 2021, which emphasizes the importance of advancing domestic manufacturing and AI technologies. While the order points in the right direction, there are concerns about its universal application and corporate compliance. The hosts also explore the opportunities and challenges of AI, including the need for responsible and safe AI systems. They highlight the availability of AI tools and resources, encouraging listeners to explore and experiment with them. The episode concludes with a call to action to nominate women in AI for future episodes and to stay engaged with the Women in AI community.
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Discover the voices driving change in the realm of artificial intelligence in our debut episode of 'Women And AI,' where inspiring narratives and insightful discussions converge to spotlight the invaluable role women play in shaping the future of technology. Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website Women And AI, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
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