From the front lines of fires, strikes, and legislation, AI's impact on Hollywood

In this episode, host Derek is joined by Heather-Ashley Boyer, an actress, producer, and AI safety advocate. With extensive experience on the front lines of strikes, fires, and more in Hollywood and Washington, Heather offers unique insights into the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry.🎙️ Topics Discussed:👋 Introduction and Guest Introduction🎭 Heather's Background and AI Involvement🤖 AI's Impact on the Entertainment Industry✊ SAG-AFTRA and AI Negotiations📜 AI Safety and Legislative Efforts🔥 Personal Experiences During LA Fires🎬 Producing and Vertical Shorts💡 Advice for the Younger Generation🔮 Bold Predictions for AI's Future🌟 About Heather-Ashley Boyer:Heather is a passionate advocate for AI safety and has worked tirelessly in the entertainment industry as both an actress and producer. With her hands-on experience in lobbying in Washington D.C., she is committed to making a positive impact on the future of AI and its role in our lives.📲 Join the Conversation!Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes!#WhatIThink #AI #EntertainmentIndustry #HeatherAshleyBoyer #SAGAFTRA #Hollywood #AIEthics #FutureOfAI #PodcastAbout the Speaker:Heather-Ashley Boyer is a SAG-AFTRA actress and a passionate advocate for AI legislation aimed at regulating nonconsensual pornographic deepfakes. She is dedicated to establishing a federal right of publicity to protect individuals' names, likenesses, images, and voices from misappropriation for commercial gain. Additionally, Heather actively advocates for government action to address the existential threats posed by Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Superintelligence (ASI).A proud Ivy League graduate, Heather earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University and has a diverse background as a former Division I college rower and ballet dancer. Her interests are wide-ranging, encompassing film, television, dance, acting, music, sports, global affairs, peacemaking, evolution, psychology, quantum physics, theoretical physics, and the future of society and civilization.Heather is also a member of the Pacific Council on International Policy and the Los Angeles World Affairs Council, where she engages in discussions about pressing global issues and the intersection of technology and society.