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AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAmerica's AI Action Plan—EP23In this week’s episode, we examine President Trump's administration's "America's AI Action Plan,” a sweeping 2025 strategy that treats artificial intelligence not as a mere technological advancement, but as the ultimate weapon in maintaining global supremacy. This isn't your typical policy document; it's a declaration of war against international competitors, particularly China, with the White House explicitly framing AI dominance as a "national security imperative" that will determine who controls the future balance of power. The plan's three-pronged approach: accelerating innovation, building infrastructure, and leading international AI diplomacy, reads like a playbook for technological conquest, promising to tear down regu...2025-07-2427 min
Seen & Unseen Aloud21st July 2025: Don Quixote and the Life of Christ at WintershallThis week we explore the world of art in literature and drama: Jonathan Rowlands feels liberated by reading Don Quixote and Rachel Luckett is uncharacteristically effusive about her experience attending The Life of Christ at Wintershall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-2120 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI Companions: The Digital Hearts We're Learning to Love—EP22In this episode, we're investigating the rise of AI companions, digital beings that over 300,000 people now consider romantic partners or best friends. What makes this story urgent is the tragic case of 14-year-old Sewell Setzer III, who took his own life moments after his final conversation with an AI companion he had fallen in love with. His death has sparked a legal battle, forcing us to confront uncomfortable questions about artificial intimacy and emotional dependency. Today, we're exploring the science, psychology, and human stories behind this phenomenon, because whether we realize it or not, we're all part of a...2025-07-1820 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettJobs in the Age of AI —EP21Human jobs involve more than just tasks; they require standing behind facts, concepts, and fairness—qualities a machine cannot yet fully provide or be held accountable for. Despite common laments about job displacement, in this episode of AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan Luckett, we take a deep dive that asserts that while AI will displace millions of jobs, it is also expected to create new roles, with 11 million new jobs projected by 2030. These new opportunities will primarily emerge in three critical areas where human capabilities remain indispensable: fostering trust through roles like AI auditors, translators, fact-checkers, compliance officers; facilitating in...2025-07-0821 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI in Healthcare—EP20Artificial intelligence is fundamentally revolutionizing healthcare across the globe, marking one of the most significant advances in modern medicine, with the global AI healthcare market projected to reach an astounding $188 billion by 2030. In this week’s episode of AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan Luckett, we take a deep dive into how smart algorithms are becoming a powerful new instrument in the medical toolbox, already deeply integrated into various aspects of healthcare. From diagnosing diseases and suggesting personalized treatments with remarkable precision, AI is delivering better, faster, and more personalized care worldwide. Dive deeper to understand how AI is poised to...2025-06-2429 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI and Surveillance-EP19In this episode of AI Ascent, we explore the complex and often unsettling world of AI-powered surveillance, using Palantir as a case study to examine how these technologies are transforming society. While such systems offer powerful tools for public safety and national security, they also raise profound questions about privacy, accountability, and the balance between freedom and control. Drawing on insights from philosopher Michel Foucault and real-world developments, we confront the central tension between technological advancement and democratic values, and ask what role each of us plays in shaping the future of surveillance in the age of artificial intelligence.2025-06-1027 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI 2027–EP18In this week’s deep dive, we take you into AI 2027, a provocative new publication from the AI Futures Project. The report explores a strikingly plausible scenario in which superintelligent AI emerges by decade’s end, with a transformative impact surpassing even the Industrial Revolution. Based on rigorous research and expert interviews, the authors chart a fictional yet grounded path to Artificial General Intelligence, following companies like “OpenBrain” in the U.S. and “DeepCent” in China as they race toward AGI. While the timeline involves speculation, the urgency is real—the authors argue society is dangerously unprepared for what’s coming. Let’s...2025-06-0552 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI and The Church—EP17In this week’s episode of AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan Luckett, we take a deep dive into the Vatican’s Note on the Relationship Between Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence, approved by Pope Francis and released in January 2025. In this deep dive, we reflect on Artificial Intelligence (AI) from a Christian perspective, emphasizing the distinction between AI and human intelligence. The note highlights the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, particularly concerning its ethical implications for society, human relationships, the economy, healthcare, education, and warfare. The document argues that human intelligence is multifaceted, relational, and rooted in the human pe...2025-05-2627 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettThe AI Index Report 2025–EP16The AI Index Report 2025 provides a multifaceted overview of the global AI landscape. It highlights significant technical progress in areas like model performance and video generation, alongside the uneven evolution of responsible AI practices, noting rising incidents but slow standardization in industry. The report also discusses the expansion of AI and computer science education globally, while pointing out persistent issues with access and teacher preparedness. Finally, it touches on the economic impact of AI, including investment trends and productivity gains, and examines shifts in public opinion and policymaking regarding AI regulation.2025-05-2032 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettBeing Human in 2035–EP15What does it truly mean to be human as we hurtle towards a future increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? Imagine the year 2035 – a mere decade away. What will our daily lives look like? How will our fundamental abilities and interactions be transformed by the ever-present influence of AI? The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence are no longer confined to the realm of science fiction; they are actively reshaping our world, prompting us to consider the profound implications for our individual and collective futures. The convergence of these rapid technological developments with the anticipated societal shifts paints a picture that de...2025-05-1050 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI Agents—EP14In this episode of AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan Luckett, we explore the dynamic world of AI Agents—intelligent systems that are rapidly transforming the way we work, live, and connect. From the chatbots handling customer service to autonomous vehicles navigating our streets, AI agents are becoming the backbone of modern automation and decision-making. Dr. Luckett breaks down the different types of agents, how they operate, and why they’re at the forefront of AI innovation. You’ll discover real-world applications across industries, gain insight into their evolution, and get a glimpse of what the future holds as these digita...2025-05-0243 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI on the Battlefield—EP13AI is rapidly transforming modern warfare, with major global powers engaged in significant competition for AI superiority. This episode examines the current applications of AI across various military domains, the rise of AI-powered autonomous weapons systems, the impact of AI on intelligence gathering and logistics, and the increasing importance of AI in cyber and electronic warfare. Thank you to my AI-generated co-hosts. 2025-04-2624 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI Alignment—EP12This episode centers on AI alignment, a crucial field dedicated to ensuring artificial intelligence systems operate in accordance with human values and intentions. The deep dive explores the challenges of this endeavor, encompassing technical difficulties in encoding complex human values, ethical dilemmas arising from diverse global perspectives, and practical limitations in current research. My thanks to my AI-generated co-hosts. 2025-04-1447 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI Chatbot Controversies—EP11In this episode, my AI-generated co-hosts detail a concerning landscape surrounding Character.AI, a Google-backed chatbot platform where users can interact with AI personas. The platform has faced lawsuits alleging that its chatbots have contributed to self-harm and even the suicide of a 14-year-old, prompting Character.AI to argue that the First Amendment protects "speech allegedly resulting in suicide."2025-04-0315 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettHumanoid Robots—EP10Figure is rapidly advancing the field of humanoid robotics through significant developments in both manufacturing capabilities and artificial intelligence. The company has established "BotQ," a high-volume manufacturing facility with an initial capacity of 12,000 robots per year, emphasizing vertical integration and the ambitious goal of using robots to build robots. Simultaneously, Figure has unveiled "Helix," a novel Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model that enables their robots to understand natural language commands, perceive their environment, and perform complex tasks on demand, even with unfamiliar objects and in collaborative scenarios. A special thanks to my AI-generated co-hosts, Zain and Jayla. 2025-03-2723 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettSuperintelligence Strategy—EP9In this week's deep dive, we examine a policy document outlining a comprehensive strategy for navigating the risks and opportunities presented by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly the anticipation of superintelligence. It posits that AI's dual-use nature necessitates viewing it through a national security lens, drawing parallels to past experiences with catastrophic technologies. A special thanks to my AI-generated co-hosts, Zain and Jayla.2025-03-1816 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI Hallucinations—EP8This week, we're discussing a significant issue in AI: hallucinations, where AI systems generate inaccurate or fabricated information. Recently, the BBC conducted an experiment testing several major AI platforms, including ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, and Perplexity. They evaluated the accuracy of AI responses to news-related queries based on BBC content. The results indicated that over half of the AI-generated answers contained errors, such as factual inaccuracies, misattributed quotes, and outdated information. In this episode, we'll examine the BBC's findings, discuss the potential causes of AI hallucinations, and explore the challenges of ensuring reliable information in an AI-driven environment. A special...2025-03-0523 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettPrompt Engineering—EP7This week, we're tackling a topic that's rapidly becoming essential for anyone interacting with artificial intelligence: Prompt Engineering. A special thanks to my AI-generated cohorts, Zain and Jayla.2025-02-2524 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI 101–EP6In this deep dive into Artificial Intelligence (AI) we explore the ways AI can enhance your career and life. It will address questions such as, "How do I engage with AI tools to boost my productivity? How do I apply AI responsibly in my job? How should I prepare for the future of AI in the workplace?" This is your introduction to the world of AI. No tech experience required!A special thanks to my AI-generated co-hosts, Zain and Jayla.2025-02-1124 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettThe Top 10 AI Trends for 2025–EP5We asked six of the most popular LLMs for the top 10 AI trends for 2025. Their answers might surprise you. A special thanks to my AI-generated co-hosts, Zain and Jayla.2025-02-0517 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettAI Infrastructure and DeepSeek—EP4Several initiatives and investments are underway to advance AI infrastructure. The Stargate Project, a collaboration between SoftBank, OpenAI, Oracle, and MGX, plans to invest $500 billion over four years to build AI infrastructure in the U.S. This project aims to secure American leadership in AI and generate economic benefits while also protecting national security. Meta is also making significant investments, with plans to spend $60 to $65 billion in 2025 to expand its AI infrastructure, including building a large data center and increasing its GPU capacity. The U.S. government also supports AI development, with an executive order directing federal agencies to...2025-01-3022 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettTrump Revokes Biden's Executive Order on AI—EP3In EP1, we discussed the Biden administration's Executive Order on AI. A week after that episode aired, the Trump administration revoked the Executive Order but announced some AI plans of its own.2025-01-2401 minAI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettSam Altman's The Intelligence Age—EP2Welcome to today's episode of AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan Luckett. We're diving into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its potential to reshape our future. Our focus today is on Sam Altman's thought-provoking article, "The Intelligence Age," which paints an optimistic picture of humanity's next great leap forward. 2025-01-2315 min
AI Ascent with Dr. Jonathan LuckettWhite House Governance of AI—EP1In this week's Episode of AI Ascent, we unpack the latest National Security Memorandum, which deals with AI development.
I use AI tools to produce this podcast including the speakers and the content. 2025-01-1518 min
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