WOYM EP 21: AI vs Human Purpose and Reclaiming Citizen Power

This week, Ayisha and Ekene discuss power dynamics, from Artificial Intelligence to leadership and citizenship, where do we draw the line? Are we ready for the profound shifts AI is bringing to our lives? Let’s examine the job loss, lost human connection, and whether we're educating the next generation for a world that won't exist Also in this episode, Ekene asks, “why is the average citizen treated like a servant in Nigeria and across the continent?”  This episode digs into the cultural and systemic roots of this dynamic and how we can finally turn things right-side up. New Episodes are published every 2nd and 4th Friday!  Listen here: africatechradio.com, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean and across ALL podcast platforms. Don't just listen, join the conversation NOW in the comments. Resources (Links): 1) Controversial Brick Lane Data Centre News Story by the BBC - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gk8dgnxdko 2) Mark Zuckerberg’s Op Ed on Meta building Super-intelligent AI for everyone - https://www.meta.com/thefutureisforeveryone/  3) Personal Instagram Videos around AI a) https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbWt0XfCYIW/?igsh=MWs2MWpwdGc5dml1cA== b) https://www.instagram.com/adwoaakoto_?igsh=aDU4amZmeHY5dmRq Guest Features: Tobi Lawson is an entrepreneur and public policy analyst. His work and interests revolves around technology and the political economy of economic development.  Anthony Ibe is a broadcaster and content creator, whose work and interests revolve around technology, governance and civic engagement. Duration: ~51 minutes Produced by: Africa Tech Radio Listen on: Podbean | Spotify| Apple Podcasts