AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics
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🏆 Ranked #3, Best 30 HR Tech Podcasts in the US — Million Podcasts (2026). Host Dan Turchin, PeopleReign CEO, explores how AI is changing the workplace. He interviews thought leaders and technologists from industry and academia who share their experiences and insights about artificial intelligence and what it means to be human in the era of AI-driven automation. Learn more about PeopleReign, the system of intelligence for IT and HR employee service: http://www.peoplereign.io.
Episodes
- Special Episode: Inside the 2026 Work Trend Index with Matt Firestone, General Manager for Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agents
This episode features Matt Firestone, General Manager for Microsoft 365 Copilot, discussing the 2026 Work Trend Index. The conversation centers on how AI is transforming the workplace, drawing insights from trillions of anonymized signals…
- 387: Agentic AI, Stablecoins and the Future of Money. Most Institutions Are Solving the Wrong Problem, with Emmanuel Daniel, Founder of TAB Global
Emmanuel Daniel, founder of TAB Global, discusses agentic AI, stablecoins, and the future of money. He contends that many institutions are misinterpreting the upcoming financial disruptions and the impact of AI.
- 386: Pace, Noise, and What's Really Blocking AI Transformation at Work, with Tom Scott, CEO of Wrike
Tom Scott, CEO of Wrike, shares insights on the challenges and opportunities of AI transformation in the workplace. He discusses the importance of combining human judgment with AI capabilities and how to navigate the pace and noise of the…
- Authors on Redefining the Human at Work: The Shift from Efficiency to Meaning (Special Episode)
This special compilation episode of AI and the Future of Work features insights from six authors on how artificial intelligence is redefining the human role in the workplace. The discussion focuses on moving beyond efficiency to prioritize…
- 385: From API Management to Agent Control: Why Governing AI Actions Is the Only Path to Enterprise Value, with Oren Michels, Co-Founder and CEO of Barndoor AI
Oren Michels, CEO of Barndoor AI, discusses the need for governing agentic AI in the enterprise. The conversation covers the differences between managing APIs and AI agents, the risks of probabilistic outcomes, and the framework for implem…
- 384: When AI Creates Art, What Stays Human? with Jake Saper, General Partner at Emergence Capital
Jake Saper, General Partner at Emergence Capital, joins the podcast to discuss how AI affects art, startup growth, and the human element in work. The conversation covers the democratization of creation, the acceleration of B2B software sca…
- 383: From Zero-to-One to a Billion in ARR: Why monday.com Is Rebuilding Its Product Thinking from Scratch, with Daniel Lereya, CPTO at monday.com
Daniel Lereya, CPTO at monday.com, discusses the company's evolution, scaling to $1 billion in ARR, and the challenge of rebuilding product thinking for an AI-first approach. The episode explores AI integration, guardrails, and shifts in s…
- 382: Are We Building AI Without Half the Population? With Lisa Davis, Author of The Only Woman in the Room
Technology executive and author Lisa Davis discusses the impact of women's underrepresentation in STEM on the future of AI. The conversation explores leadership, structural barriers in the workplace, and strategies to increase diversity in…
- 381: Who's Really Responsible When AI Gets It Wrong? Bloomberg Beta's James Cham on Power, Morality, and the Case for Removing Humans from the Loop
James Cham, Partner at Bloomberg Beta, discusses the responsibilities associated with AI adoption, the potential benefits of removing humans from the loop, and investment perspectives on the future of enterprise AI.
- 380: Customer Service's AI Shift: Zendesk CTO Adrian McDermott on Deterministic AI and Context Engineering
Zendesk CTO Adrian McDermott discusses the evolution of customer service, the role of AI in improving service experiences, and the shift toward deterministic AI solutions. He also covers lessons from scaling a global platform and the impor…
- Confidence, Bias, and Opportunity: Lessons from Women Leaders in Tech Building the Future of AI and Work (International Women’s Day Special Episode)
This International Women’s Day special episode of AI and the Future of Work features insights from women leaders on career growth, leadership, and the importance of representation in artificial intelligence. Guests discuss overcoming chall…
- 379: AI and the End of the Knowledge Economy: Gen Alpha, Reskilling, and the Rise of Creative Work, with Matt Britton, Founder and CEO of Suzy
Matt Britton, CEO of Suzy and author of 'Generation AI,' discusses how artificial intelligence is shifting the economy from knowledge-based tasks to creative problem-solving. The conversation covers reskilling, the influence of Generation…
- 378: From Certifications to Careers: How Reskilling Pathways Are Closing the AI Talent Gap
Kourtney Cross, a RiseUp with ServiceNow graduate and business analyst at Leidos, discusses his career shift into the tech industry. He and host Dan Turchin explore the importance of reskilling, practical project experience, and leveraging…
- 377: How Wyndham Hotels Aligns AI with Business Strategy to Empower People at Work, with CCO Scott Strickland
Scott Strickland, Chief Commercial Officer at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, discusses how the company aligns AI initiatives with business strategy. The episode covers scaling AI use cases, gaining board support, and using AI to support employe…
- The Founders’ Playbook: How to Build AI Companies That Last (Special Episode)
This compilation episode of AI and the Future of Work features insights from founders on building sustainable AI companies. The discussion focuses on problem selection, product design, ethical considerations, and the leadership traits nece…
- 376: Why Human Skills Now Matter More as AI Automates Tasks at Work, with Andrea Iorio
In this episode, Andrea Iorio discusses how AI automation is changing the workplace and why human soft skills are becoming increasingly important. He explores the shift toward prioritizing behavioral and emotional skills, the necessity of…
- 375: How AI Is Changing Healthtech Investing, According to Define Ventures’ Lynne Chou O’Keefe
Lynne Chou O’Keefe of Define Ventures discusses the impact of AI on healthtech investing, covering topics such as value-based care, administrative versus clinical AI, and the importance of human-AI collaboration in healthcare.
- 374: Dave Kellogg Unpacks the 2026 Predictions on SaaS, AI, and Trust
Dave Kellogg discusses his 2026 predictions regarding SaaS, AI, and the evolving role of trust in the workplace. The episode covers shifts in enterprise software, the impact of AI on jobs, venture capital trends, and the importance of cred…
- 373: From Credentials to Curiosity: Why Learning Paths Matter More Than Career Paths, with Columbia Professor Lynn Thoman
Columbia University professor and podcast host Lynn Thoman discusses the role of AI in leadership and education. The conversation covers the importance of learning paths over traditional career tracks, the necessity of human judgment, and…
- AI and Education: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Learning (International Day of Education Special Episode)
This special International Day of Education episode of AI and the Future of Work features a compilation of discussions on how artificial intelligence is transforming learning, academic integrity, and digital education models with various i…
- 372: From CRM Data to Revenue AI: How Sales Is Being Rebuilt with Gong Co-Founder and CEO Amit Bendov
Gong CEO Amit Bendov joins the show to discuss how Revenue AI is transforming sales by analyzing customer conversations, reducing administrative burdens, and providing actionable insights that traditional CRM systems cannot offer.
- 371: From Generic Training to AI-Personalized Learning at Work with Kimberly Williams, Absorb Software CEO
Kimberly Williams, CEO of Absorb Software, discusses how AI is transforming corporate training from generic programs to personalized, workflow-integrated learning. The episode explores the role of L&D teams in AI implementation, data-drive…
- 370: AI Can Build the Company. Only Humans Can Build the Bond | BARK Co-Founder Henrik Werdelin
Henrik Werdelin, co-founder of BARK and Prehype, discusses how founders can leverage AI while maintaining human connection. He shares insights on building authentic companies at the intersection of culture and technology.
- 369: Why Trust Is the Currency of Work in the Age of AI with Cisco CPO Kelly Jones
Cisco Chief People Officer Kelly Jones discusses the role of trust in AI strategy and workplace culture. The episode covers leadership traits for an AI-augmented environment, the use of AI as a co-pilot, and strategies for responsible AI i…
- 368: Match Humans, Not Keywords: Inside Jobright’s AI Talent Matching with Serial Entrepreneur Eric Cheng
Eric Cheng, CEO of Jobright, discusses how AI is transforming the job search and hiring process. The conversation explores moving beyond keyword-based matching to a human-centered approach that functions like a career coach.
- 367: Inside the Tech Humanist Playbook: Kate O’Neill on AI, Purpose, and Meaningful Work
Kate O’Neill, tech humanist and member of the UN AI advisory board, discusses tech humanism, building human-centered AI systems, and maintaining meaningful work in an age of automation. The conversation covers intentional AI adoption, lead…
- 366: Inside the Age of Inference: Sid Sheth, CEO and Co-Founder of d-Matrix, on Smaller Models, AI Chips, and the Future of Compute
Sid Sheth, CEO and co-founder of d-Matrix, discusses the importance of efficient AI inference infrastructure. The conversation covers the role of smaller models, semiconductor developments, and the workforce challenges facing the AI indust…
- 365: AI and the Future of Work: What We’ve Learned from 364 Expert Conversations (Special Episode)
Host Dan Turchin reflects on common themes from 365 expert conversations regarding how AI is reshaping the workplace. The episode explores the evolving relationship between humans and AI, emphasizing human-centered work and the importance…
- 364: Inside the AI Infrastructure Race: TensorWave CEO Darrick Horton on Power, GPUs and AMD vs NVIDIA.
TensorWave CEO Darrick Horton discusses the company's approach to AI infrastructure using AMD chips, the competitive landscape of GPUs, and the challenges of scaling power for AI workloads. The conversation also explores the evolution of A…
- 363: Cisco President and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel on AI’s Real Constraints, Skill Gaps, and the New Rules of Work
Cisco President and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel discusses the integration of AI in business, including its impact on job roles, essential human skills, and current enterprise adoption challenges such as power, trust, and data infrast…
- AI and the Law: How AI Will Change Legal Careers (Special Episode)
Host Dan Turchin explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the legal profession, covering topics such as IP ownership, risk, and compliance. The episode features insights from five industry leaders on the future of legal work an…
- 362: How AI Is Transforming Chip Design and Solving the Engineering Shortage with Faraj Aalaei, Cognichip CEO
Faraj Aalaei, CEO of Cognichip, discusses how AI is being used to transform semiconductor design, address the industry's engineering shortage, and lower development costs. The episode covers the impact of compute-led design on infrastructu…
- 361: Can AI Be a True Creative Partner? Grant Lee, CEO of Gamma, on AI Design Philosophy and Building the Anti-PowerPoint
Grant Lee, CEO of Gamma, discusses the company's growth, the development of their presentation tool as an alternative to PowerPoint, and the role of AI as a creative partner. The conversation also covers lessons from Optimizely, building u…
- 360: From Automation to Accountability: AI Governance, Hybrid Workforce Security, and Trust with Dennis Kozak, Ivanti CEO
Ivanti CEO Dennis Kozak discusses his career, the convergence of cybersecurity and IT operations, and the use of generative AI in IT support. He also addresses securing hybrid workforces and the balance between user experience and security.
- 359: Why AI-Efficient Startups Are Forcing Venture Capital to Evolve with Jim Curry, CEO of BuildGroup
Jim Curry, CEO of BuildGroup, shares his experience, advocating for 'longer, slower capital' and drawing parallels between AI startups and the cloud era. He discusses how AI is reshaping venture capital and advises founders on balancing vi…
- Artificial General Intelligence: Can Machines Really Think Like Us? (Special Episode)
This episode discusses Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), exploring its definition, the progress towards machines thinking like humans, and the implications for work, creativity, and ethics. It features insights from Peter Voss, Babak…
- 358: Inside Mastercard’s AI Adoption Journey: CTO George Maddaloni on Building Trust, Detecting Fraud, and the Future of Payments
CTO George Maddaloni shares insights into Mastercard's AI adoption, focusing on balancing innovation with regulation, modernizing technology for employees, and leveraging AI for fraud detection and customer confidence. The conversation als…
- 357: Emotional Team Intelligence Over Star Power: Behavioral Scientist Jon Levy on Culture, AI, and Leadership
Behavioral scientist Jon Levy explains that trust, belonging, and psychological safety are key to collective intelligence in teams, outperforming individual IQ. He discusses how AI is changing team dynamics and the urgency to redefine coll…
- 356: Can HR Build Trust in an Age of AI Uncertainty? With Tracy Layney, Former CHRO of Levi’s, Gap, and Shutterfly
Tracy Layney, former CHRO of Levi’s, Gap, and Shutterfly, shares her journey and insights on how HR can build trust during times of AI uncertainty. She discusses leadership, organizational strategy, and the impact of disruptive forces on t…
- 355: Can AI Transform Proposal Writing, Bidding, and RFPs? Sean Williams on AutogenAI’s $40M Journey.
Sean Williams, CEO of AutogenAI, joins the podcast to discuss how AI is transforming proposal writing and bidding processes. The conversation covers AutogenAI's growth, strategy for enterprise adoption, ethical considerations, and insights…
- 354: AI as a Liberating Technology: Josh Bersin on Turning Routine Tasks into Superworkers Driving Trust, Creativity, and Growth
Josh Bersin joins the show to discuss how AI can automate routine tasks to empower employees as superworkers. The conversation covers organizational design, the ongoing importance of human leadership, and how companies can adapt to technol…
- Lessons from Leaders: How AI Is Redefining Work and the Human Experience (Labor Day Special Episode)
In this Labor Day special episode, host Dan Turchin and three guest leaders discuss how AI is reshaping the workplace, focusing on building organizations that amplify human potential. The panel explores themes of empathy, responsible leade…
- 353: Can AI Bring Back the Human Side of CRM? Jody Glidden, CEO of Postilize, on Nurturing Relationships
Jody Glidden, CEO of Postilize, discusses how AI can be used to improve CRM systems and support human relationship building. The conversation covers the evolution of CRM, the role of automation in data accuracy, and the ethical implementat…
- 352: Can AI Solve the Job Search Problem? Make Hiring Faster and More Human with Anthony Moisant, CIO & CSO at Indeed
Anthony Moisant, CIO and CSO at Indeed, discusses the company's efforts to reduce hiring time using AI. The conversation covers the transition to a skill-based hiring economy, AI ethics in the workplace, and leadership lessons from the U.S…
- 351: The End of the Pre-Written Story: Nick Mehta, former Gainsight CEO, on Embracing AI’s Uncertainty
Former Gainsight CEO Nick Mehta discusses leadership amidst AI-driven uncertainty, the role of corporate values, and the impact of automation on work, identity, and the economy. The conversation also explores the rise of agentic technology…
- 350: What Comes After AGI? A Vision for a Freedom-Based Economy with Jad Tarifi, Co-Founder of Integral AI
Jad Tarifi of Integral AI discusses his perspective on AGI, focusing on the concepts of freedom, world models, and autonomous learning. The conversation explores the development of AGI-capable models, superintelligence, and potential impac…
- Empowering the Next Generation: Career, Leadership & Resilience Insights (International Youth Day Special Episode)
This International Youth Day episode of AI and the Future of Work features a compilation of insights for young professionals, leaders, and mentors. Guests Bruce Feiler, Linda Rottenberg, Mark McCrindle, and William Osman discuss career dev…
- 349: Can AI Reinvent Healthcare Admin? Cutting $260B in Waste and Optimizing Revenue Cycles with William Chan, CEO of Iodine Software
William Chan, CEO of Iodine Software, discusses using AI to optimize healthcare revenue cycles and reduce administrative waste. The conversation covers how AI can support clinical documentation review, address staffing shortages, and help…
- 348: Will Society Evolve Fast Enough? AI Ethics, Quantum Futures, and Rethinking Humanity with Dr. Mark van Rijmenam
Dr. Mark van Rijmenam joins the podcast to discuss the long-term impact of AI and quantum computing on society. The conversation covers the need for a paradigm shift, the risks of human-centric AI design, and the potential impact of techno…
- 347: Will AI Agents Redefine Automation? Balancing Autonomy and Guardrails with Bhaskar Roy, Chief of AI Products and Solutions at Workato
Bhaskar Roy, Chief of AI Products and Solutions at Workato, discusses the potential of AI agents to redefine automation and orchestrate complex business processes. The conversation covers the balance between AI autonomy and human oversight…