Impact of AI on Jobs and Society with Phil Woodford-Lean to the Left Podcast

Impact of AI on Jobs and Society Welcome to the Lean to the Left Podcast! In this episode, guest Phil Woodford talks about the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its profound impacts on various industries, jobs and society at large. Host Bob Gatty shares his personal experiences using AI to enhance his podcast, and discusses the broader ramifications for jobs in fields like writing, graphic design, and social media. His guest, Phil Woodford, is author of 'AI and the Redundant Human,' and tackles critical questions about the future of work in an AI-dominated world, including the impact of AI on jobs and society. They discuss viewpoints from tech giants like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and Bill Gates, and explore the potential for large-scale job redundancy, economic inequality, and the psychological impact on the workforce. The conversation extends into discussions on AI regulation, potential government reliance on AI, and the global political implications, including reflections on Trump's policies and their consequences and AI in politics and AI regulation. Tune in to explore the unsettling yet pressing issues around AI, job redundancy, and societal change with expert insights from Phil Woodford. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to AI and Its Impact 00:57 Guest Introduction: Phil Woodford 01:39 AI's Threat to Employment 04:15 Creative and Professional Industries at Risk 07:02 AI's Broader Societal Implications 15:22 Government and AI Regulation 20:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 🎧 Subscribe to Lean to the Left for fearless commentary that cuts through the noise. 🌐 Visit our blog → https://leantotheleft.net 🎙️ Listen to more episodes → https://podcast.leantotheleft.net 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support independent progressive media. About Bob Gatty Bob Gatty is a former journalist and communications consultant, the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast. He's co-author of "Hijacked Nation, Donald Trump's attack on America's greatness. Link: https://amzn.to/4ePrTF7. Lean to the Left pulls no punches in calling out Trump, Musk & Co., who are turning our country into their own personal piggybank. If you enjoy this commentary, please visit, subscribe and share the Lean to the Left podcast. Meanwhile, please share your stories and experiences by commenting on this video and offering your thoughts. Your voice matters!