ChatGPT Is Cool. ChatBlackGPT Is Critical—Because We Deserve to Be Seen

Episode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/ChatGPT Is Cool. ChatBlackGPT Is Critical—Because We Deserve to Be Seen Episode Video Link: In this powerful episode of A Black Executive Perspective, host Tony Tidbit sits down with Erin Reddick, trailblazing founder of ChatBlackGPT, to unpack the urgent need for equity, culture, and community in today’s AI revolution. Erin takes us on a deep personal journey—from Michigan roots to Seattle’s tech corridors—where she faced industry layoffs, coded bias, and the kind of exclusion too many Black professionals know too well. But instead of waiting for inclusion, she created it. This episode explores why AI built without cultural context is not only incomplete, but also dangerous. Erin shares how she’s building culturally grounded AI that centers Black voices, stories, and values—and why visibility in tech isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. From systemic barriers to bold solutions, this conversation challenges what tech can be when it’s created for us, by us. Tune in for a story of resilience, innovation, and a vision for a future where we are not just users, but architects.▶︎ In This Episode 00:00: Introduction to the Tech Divide00:15: The Importance of AI Education01:24: A Black Executive Perspective Podcast02:04: Introducing Erin Reddick03:29: Erin's Journey in Tech05:26: Challenges and Opportunities in Tech06:42: Building Chat Black GPT09:10: The Role of Community and Representation13:37: Addressing AI Bias and Inclusivity19:30: The Urgency of Bridging the Tech Divide33:42: The Legacy of Black Storytelling34:01: Bans and Erasure of Cultural Terms35:25: Commissioning Black Artists38:03: The Impact of AI on Black History40:01: Chat Black GPT vs Regular GPT47:10: Personal Journey and Overcoming Adversity53:31: Future of Chat Black GPT56:25: Final Thoughts and Call to Action🔗 Resources Links and resources mentioned in this episode:🔔 Listen and Subscribe Listen to this episode and subscribe for future updates subscribe to A Black Executive Perspective podcast onYouTube PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsAmazon MusicOther platforms or by searching "TonyTidbit" if you like what we're doing and would like to support us, here's some ways you can help us continue the uncomfortable conversations that drive changesubscribe to our newslettergive us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcastsshare an episode with a friend, family member or colleague🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExecLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterTikTokWhatsApp ⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebook This episode was produced by TonyTidbit ™ . Copyright © 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] .