Is AI Too Powerful to Control Responsibly? | Natasha McCarthy

Could AI Turn Us Into Creator Gods? | Rafie Faruq, CEO of Genie AI

Is artificial intelligence really going to give us more free time—or are we heading towards a future where we're busier than ever? In this episode of The Age of AI, hosts Lara Lewington and Ben Clark sit down with Rafie Faruq, CEO of Genie AI, to explore where AI is really taking us. From AI agents and the future of work to superintelligence, creativity and the next wave of innovation, Rafie shares his vision for how AI will reshape society. They discuss why today's AI tools are changing how we work, whether AI can become truly intelligent, the future of legal AI, why humans may become "creator gods", and whether superintelligence is even something we should be pursuing. In this episode: * Why AI isn't giving us more free time * The rise of AI agents and "AI interviewing" * How AI could transform the legal industry * Why Rafie believes humans will become creators on an unprecedented scale * Should we build superintelligence? * The future of work in an AI-powered world * Why inspiration may matter more than intelligence What do you think? Is AI leading us towards a better future—or are we creating new problems we'll have to solve later? 👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments. #ai #artificialintelligence #futureofwork #aiagents #machinelearning  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Can AI Cure Blindness? | Professor Pearse Keane on the Future of Medicine

In this episode of The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by Professor Pearse Keane—one of the world's leading ophthalmologists and AI researchers—whose work is already helping to prevent blindness through artificial intelligence. Together, they explore how AI is transforming healthcare, why it could dramatically improve diagnosis and treatment, and whether diseases like cancer could be cured within our children's lifetime. In this episode: * How AI is helping prevent blindness * Why AI could transform healthcare * Could cancer be cured in our children's lifetime? * Why AI won't replace doctors—but could make them even better * The future of medicine in the age of AI 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping the future of AI. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Healthcare #Medicine #MedicalAI #FutureOfMedicine #TheAgeOfAI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

The Future of AI Depends on Who Builds It | Anne-Marie Imafidon

Who gets to shape the future of AI? In this episode of The Age of AI, hosts Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE, CEO of Stemettes – the social enterprise inspiring and supporting girls and young women into STEM careers. Together, they explore why diversity isn't just a social issue—it's essential to building better technology. From AI bias and healthcare failures to education, sci-fi inspiration and the future of work, Anne-Marie explains why the people building AI today will shape the world we all live in tomorrow. In this episode: * Why diversity leads to better AI * The healthcare stories that changed the conversation * How STEM education needs to evolve * Why AI should solve everyday problems—not just flashy ones * The importance of imagination in building tomorrow's technology * Why the future of AI depends on who gets a seat at the table Whether you're interested in artificial intelligence, technology, education or innovation, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the human side of AI. Subscribe for more conversations exploring how AI is transforming our world. #artificialintelligence #stem #womenintech #futureofwork #theageofai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Beyond the Hype Cycle: How Businesses Are Deploying AI For The Long Haul

In this episode of The Age of AI, hosts Laura Lewington and Ben Clark look past the initial wave of excitement to ask a critical question: Is artificial intelligence entering its difficult adolescent phase? We explore the shift from playful AI pilots and ChatGPT demos to the complex reality of deploying AI agents at scale. From sorting out an enterprise's "digital plumbing" and data governance to navigating the hidden computing costs of token budgets, we dive into what it takes to build sustainable tech solutions. We unpack customer service "doom loops" versus successful models like Klarna, examine the rising token costs for enterprises, and discuss why human creativity remains the ultimate edge over mediocre "AI slop." Are we barely scratching the surface of what's possible, or are we heading into an era of AI inflation? If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell! #TheAgeOfAI #AIAgents #ArtificialIntelligence #TechTrends #DigitalTransformation #Innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Is AI Fundamentally Biased? The Truth About AI Governance | Raj Bharat Patel

In this episode of The Age of AI, Lara Lewington and Ben Clark are joined by Raj Bharat Patel, AI Transformation Lead at Holistic AI, to explore one of the most important questions in artificial intelligence today: is AI fundamentally biased? From hallucinations and governance to accountability and trust, Raj explains why the biggest challenge facing AI may not be the technology itself, but how organisations choose to deploy it. The conversation explores whether AI can ever be truly unbiased, why governance isn't just a box-ticking exercise, how companies can reduce AI risk without slowing innovation, and what could trigger the industry's next major reckoning. Along the way, they discuss: • Why AI systems inherit biases from human history • How businesses test AI for bias and hallucinations • The growing importance of AI governance • Whether regulation helps or hinders innovation • The risks of deploying AI without safeguards • Who is responsible when AI gets things wrong • Why trust may be the most important factor in AI adoption • Whether the current AI boom is a bubble#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIGovernance #ResponsibleAI #MachineLearning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]