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Automation
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Job Displacement
Unemployment
Robotics
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300 million jobs at risk. 40% of the workforce exposed. The AI revolution isn't coming, it's here. What About AI is a weekly podcast helping everyday people understand how artificial intelligence and robotics are reshaping work, life, and society. Hosts Sean and James cut through the hype and fear to deliver clear explanations, real stories, and practical strategies.

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Both companies AND job seekers are now using AI in hiring. The result? A completely broken system where bots talk to bots and nobody wins.

The shocking reality: • 83% of companies use AI to screen resumes • 40-50% of job applications involve bots • ... more

You've applied to hundreds of jobs. No responses. No interviews. Just silence.

Here's the brutal truth: 40% of those jobs might not even exist.

In this episode, we expose the ghost job epidemic—fake job postings that companies use to manipulate wor... more

Here's something nobody saw coming: the most tech-savvy generation in history is abandoning tech careers—and running toward construction, plumbing, and electrical work. 🔧

62% of Gen Z believe AI could replace their jobs within 10 years. 70% say AI ... more

Amazon just announced the largest layoffs in company history—and they're doing better than ever. That's the new reality. 📦💔

In just 3 months, Amazon has cut 30,000 jobs: 16,000 announced yesterday on top of 14,000 from October. That's roughly 10% ... more

This isn't a prediction—it's already happening. Customer service jobs are disappearing faster than anyone expected. 📞🤖

Salesforce just cut their customer service workforce nearly in HALF—from 9,000 to 5,000—by replacing humans with AI agents. And ... more

New college grads are facing the worst job market in years—and the data is brutal. 📉

While overall unemployment stays low, new grad unemployment is approaching 10%. And here's the kicker: Dallas Fed research shows job finding rates have only held s... more

The world's most powerful leaders just gathered in Davos—and they're not sugarcoating what's coming. 🌍

AI anxiety has risen 50% in under two years, and 60% of employees feel their leaders are underestimating the psychological toll. At the World Eco... more

This episode covers 2026 being the year AI gets its own workforce. Key points:

• Gartner predicts 15% of strategic decisions will be made by AI within 2 years (up from 0%)

• Microsoft is giving AI agents employee identities (on org charts!)

• Agenti... more

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Host and one of the driving voices behind the discussions on AI's impact on the workforce and society.
James Perkins
Co-host who brings engaging perspectives on technology, career implications, and AI developments.

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Are AI Layoffs Real? The Truth Behind the Headlines
Q: What does it mean for job security with AI layoffs coming?
It means that individuals are currently in a transition period with some disruption already occurring; if jobs are primarily digital, they will likely be at risk in the near future, so upskilling and adapting to new technologies are crucial.
Are AI Layoffs Real? The Truth Behind the Headlines
Q: How do you know whether or not a company is legitimately using, leveraging AI, and they're making changes with them, or it's just like they're calling it like a phantom story?
You can look at what your company's workflow and tool suite have changed, assess the value and effectiveness of new AI tools from objective feedback, and recognize leading indicators of potential layoffs.

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Focusing on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and robotics on careers and everyday life, a weekly exploration offers clear insights and practical strategies for individuals navigating the evolving job landscape. The hosts address critical topics such as AI's role in job automation, the emergence of AI-specific roles, and the emotional implications of these technological shifts. Discussions also touch on industry-specific challenges faced by professionals, including project managers and air traffic controllers, as they adapt to new tools and automation advancements. By distilling complex issues into accessible discussions, the podcast provides valuable guidance for those eager to understand and thrive in an AI-driven world... more

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