The Impact of AI in Education and Communication | Episode 58 with Marianna Boyd

Marianna Boyd is the Director of Internal Communications at Ochsner Health. She joins Lauren to share her journey from years in social media and higher education to her current role in healthcare communications. We talk about the shift away from social media, ethical concerns with digital platforms, and how her work now focuses on communication that supports and informs people more directly.Together, we dive into the rise of AI, what large language models like ChatGPT actually are, and how they’re shaping classrooms, students, and even healthcare. From shrinking attention spans and overreliance on technology to the risks around privacy, safety, and human connection, we explore both the potential and the pitfalls. This conversation looks at where AI is taking us, including what it means for our kids, our schools, and the future of learning.Join hosts Jessica Eisenstat, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and Dr. Lauren LaRose, a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, as they dive into raw and real conversations about all things kids. These two moms, who also happen to be mental health professionals, bring humor, debate, and a hefty dose of mom realness to every episode. From tackling children’s mental health to the daily chaos of parenting, nothing is off-limits.Follow The Little Brain CampaignInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelittlebraincampaign/Website: https://www.littlebraincampaign.com/