Between You and AI | Leadership, Human Skills & the Future of Work

The Pope, Anthropic, and the battle for "trust" in the AI industry.

In this episode of "Between You and AI", Andrea Iorio (USA Today bestselling author and keynote speaker), explores the first papal encyclical in history on Artificial Intelligence — Magnifica Humanitas, released by Pope Leo XIV on May 25, 2026. And not in any ordinary way: the Pope presented it in person, on the stage of the Synod Hall, next to Christopher Olah, co-founder of Anthropic. Is there a conflict of interest there? And why is nobody asking that question? 👤 Andrea Iorio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiorio_br LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaiorio Website: https://www.andreaiorio.com

The Boomerang Effect: Are AI Layoffs for Real, or Just an Alibi?

In this episode of "Between You and AI", Andrea Iorio (USA Today bestselling author and keynote speaker), Andrea Iorio analyzes the impact of artificial intelligence on the job market, highlighting cases of layoffs, rehirings, and the boomerang effect. We discuss the legal, philosophical, and ethical implications of business decisions driven by AI, with global examples and reflections on the future of the relationship between technology and work. Key Topics: * The Hangzhou court ruling on AI-driven layoffs; * Cases of rehiring after AI-motivated layoffs; * Differences in legal approaches between China, Europe, and the US; * The impact of AI washing on worker and investor trust; * Philosophical reflections on responsibility in automation. 👤 Andrea Iorio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiorio_br LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaiorio Website: https://www.andreaiorio.com

The METR chart that shrinks your job every quarter — and is keeping Wall Street up at night.

In this episode of "Between You and AI", Andrea Iorio (USA Today bestselling author and keynote speaker) explores the remarkable shifts in AI's ability to work autonomously and continuously. Drawing on data from exponential progress charts, host Andrea Iorio discusses how the acceleration of AI's evolution could transform careers, daily tasks, and the job market in the coming years. If you want to understand how to prepare for the next technological doubling, this episode is essential listening. Key topics: The evolution of artificial intelligence: from one hour of autonomous work to twelve, with projections reaching forty-eight hours by January 2027. The chart from the Berkeley-based nonprofit METR, which tracks how long AI can work without getting lost — revealing a sharp acceleration over the last few years. How AI's ability to perform engineer- and analyst-level work is undergoing a rapid transformation, moving from simple tasks to high-level cognitive work. Amara's Law: the overestimation of technology in the short run versus the underestimation of its long-run impact — and why a long-term view matters now more than ever. The human cognitive system and our built-in difficulty grasping the exponential growth driving AI's evolution. Why running a quarterly audit matters — to evaluate what's still in your routine manually, and where AI can take over. How to future-proof your career by answering three questions: 1) what does AI already do better than me? 2) what could become routine in a matter of months? 3) where should I focus my human hours? The speed at which complex tasks — even senior engineer work — can be automated, reshaping the structure of projects and roles. How leaders and teams must adapt to AI's next doublings to avoid being replaced or left behind. An invitation to continuous reflection: track the pace of AI's evolution and adjust your calendar accordingly. 👤 Andrea Iorio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiorio_br LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaiorio Website: https://www.andreaiorio.com

FOBO: Why is Gen Z sabotaging AI’s transformation at work.

In this episode of Between "You and AI", Andrea Iorio (USA Today bestselling author and keynote speaker) explores the emotional roots behind resistance to AI in the workplace, the historical parallels with the Luddites, and practical strategies leaders can implement to turn fear into opportunity. Key Topics: The psychology behind sabotage: fear of obsolescence (FOMO) among Gen Z employees Historical context: the Luddites' fight against technological change and its lessons for today Why sabotage today is doomed to fail: data from 2026 shows resistance harms careers and prospects The importance of leadership empathy: openly addressing fears to build trust Co-designing AI implementation: involving teams to foster ownership and reduce sabotage Building trust and agency: giving employees control over AI workflows and automation choices The cost of neglecting emotional support: risking internal sabotage and leadership oversights Transforming resistance into innovation: adopting AI visibly to become irreplaceable in your organization. Andrea Iorio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiorio_br LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaiorio Website: https://www.andreaiorio.com

How to Scale an AI-First Culture, and the CTO’s Role

In this episode of Between "You and AI", Andrea Iorio (USA Today bestselling author and keynote speaker) draws an unexpected parallel between a 3-month-old baby learning to crawl and organizations adopting AI, revealing the three conditions that unlock collective change — and why 95% of companies are missing them. Discover how the principles that help babies master crawling are the same ones that accelerate cultural shifts in business. We break down the four crucial "floors" of AI readiness — data, design, value, and people — and why each one is a cultural challenge, not a technical fix. Andrea shares specific insights from global leaders like Mayo Clinic and John Deere, illustrating how shifting the focus from automation to augmentation transforms both value and trust in AI. You'll uncover why trust is the real bottleneck — why leaders and employees often trust AI and each other less over time, and what leaders, especially CTOs, must do to build that trust. Learn how to create the conditions where AI can thrive, prioritizing leadership, culture, and environment over fancy algorithms. 👤 Andrea Iorio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiorio_br LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaiorio Website: https://www.andreaiorio.com