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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 32 MIN

Lessons from Siri’s Co-founder: Teaching AI How to be Human

from AI+HI Project · host SHRM

Machines are learning to listen — and it’s changing how we interact with AI. Adam Cheyer,  AI pioneer and the cofounder of Siri,  reveals how Apple’s virtual assistant has shaped  AI’s evolution. Cheyer shares how interpreting messy, ambiguous language laid the groundwork for Siri’s ability to build trust through accuracy, transparency, and user control. With The AI+HI Project’s weekly newsletter, video and audio podcasts, in-depth feature stories, expert perspectives on the latest news, and more curated content, senior leaders and HR executives can gain first-hand insights to innovate toward a brighter future. On the weekly podcast, visionaries from the worlds of business, tech, and HR join alternating hosts, Alex Alonso, SHRM’s chief data and insights officer, and Nichol Bradford, SHRM’s executive-in-residence for AI+HI as they offer actionable strategies and practical advice to help you stay ahead of the topics and trends that are redefining the workplace of tomorrow. Subscribe to The AI+HI Project to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/vvpyid ---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r Subscribe to The AI+HI Project to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

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