Will AI Make Inequality Worse?

Episode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/will-ai-make-inequality-worseEpisode Video Link: Artificial intelligence is often described as the most powerful technology of our lifetime.But what happens when AI learns from a world already filled with inequality?In this thought-provoking episode of A Black Executive Perspective Podcast, Tony Franklin and Chris P. Reed sit down with Chris Hyams, former CEO of Indeed and visiting lecturer at Huston Tillotson University, live from the HBCU AI Conference in Austin, Texas.Chris Hyams shares powerful insights on how artificial intelligence systems are being trained on historical data that already reflects racial disparities, economic inequality, and systemic bias.If AI continues its current path, it may not just repeat these disparities. It may amplify them.The conversation explores why HBCUs must play a central leadership role in shaping the future of AI, how responsible AI development requires voices from historically marginalized communities, and why the biggest decisions about technology should not be left to a handful of Silicon Valley executives.Tony and Chris also dive into one of the most uncomfortable conversations of our time.If AI truly has the power to transform society, could it also become a tool for reparative justice?This episode challenges leaders, technologists, educators, and policymakers to think differently about the future of artificial intelligence.Because the real question is not just what AI can do.The real question is who gets to decide what AI does next.What You Will Learn• Why artificial intelligence systems often amplify existing social inequalities •How historical data shapes AI outcomes in employment, housing, healthcare, and justice •Why HBCUs must play a leadership role in building responsible AI systems •How could AI potentially become a tool for reparative justice and systemic change▶︎ In This Episode00:00 The Hidden Danger of AI and Disparity 01:00 Live from the HBCU AI Conference at Huston Tillotson 02:05 Chris Hyams’ Journey from Musician to Tech Leader 03:45 Why Human-Centered Technology Matters 05:10 The Opportunity and Risk of Artificial Intelligence 06:20 How AI Can Magnify Systemic Inequality 07:45 Why HBCUs Must Lead the AI Conversation 09:30 The Power of Collective Action Across HBCUs 11:00 Responsible AI and Ethical Technology Development 13:05 The Uncomfortable Conversation About Reparative Justice 15:05 Why We Must Use the Words Others Are Afraid to Say 16:05 Final Thoughts on the Future of AI and Equity🔗 ResourcesLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:🔔 Listen and SubscribeListen to this episode and subscribe for future updatessubscribe 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 @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebookThis 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] .