AI Took My Job

In this episode, Andrew Davis and Chris Branch discuss the concerns around AI and job losses. They analyze a news article about Derby City Council saving money through job losses due to AI and highlight the relatively small number of jobs affected.   The conversation explores the potential future impact of AI on jobs and the need for government intervention, such as an AI tax and universal basic income. They also discuss the cost of replacing jobs with AI and the role of councils in adopting AI technology. The episode concludes with a reflection on the unpredictable nature of future job roles.   Takeaways AI's impact on jobs is a concern, but the actual number of jobs affected may be smaller than sensationalized headlines suggest. Government intervention, such as an AI tax, may be necessary to regulate the replacement of human jobs with AI. Replacing jobs with AI can be costly, and companies need to carefully consider the long-term benefits and risks. Councils and public-funded organizations can lead the way in adopting AI technology, potentially saving costs and improving efficiency. The future of job roles is unpredictable, and new opportunities may arise that we can't currently anticipate.