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High school says no. Industry demands yes. Where does Generative Artificial Intelligence fit into the higher education and professional environments? Visual Analytics Professor Elizabeth Ricks tackles the thorny questions surrounding these concepts. Is collaborating with them a moral lapse, or essential for tomorrow's careers? Communication is key. Context matters. Conquer your weaknesses and amplify your strengths.

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The future of intellectual development is at a crossroads. Betsy Barre, Assistant Provost and Executive Director of the Center for Advancement of Teaching, explores the 'messy,' nuanced relationship between advanced digital cognition and the human educational process. From the temptation of effortless answers to the profound need for deep analytical engagement, this conversation goes beyond the surface to ask: how do we cultivate robust comprehension in an age of intelligent systems?

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At the crossroads of hard science and humanities: Dr. Fred Salsbury explores a compelling idea. How does a liberal arts education equip STEM students to engage more deeply and critically with sophisticated computational tools? What follows is a discussion about unlocking not just technical skill, but the crucial ability to evaluate, connect, and truly understand the outputs of these powerful new systems. It’s about more than just getting the answer; it’s about the vital, human-centered skill of thinking behind it.

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Join Ryan for a solo ride through the creative chaos of parenting with AI. From building trivia games that pit his kids against each other to creating custom coloring pages and tutoring tools, this episode explores how generative AI can keep kids entertained, learning, and even improving their baseball swings—all while limiting screen time.

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Can playing with digital action figures actually sharpen your communication skills? When is the right time to call AI for help? Wake Forest's top message-crafter and Assistant Vice President of Strategic Communications, Mark Anderson, shares how even whimsical experiments with new tech can lead to serious breakthroughs in how we connect. From unusual prompts to perfecting the University's voice, discover fun ways to get started and the surprising benefits of these smart tools. Learn how to harness their power for everything from daily emails to crisis communications, without losing your authentic voice or strategic direction.

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Ryan and Michael reflect on the journey so far, revisiting key conversations and insights from past episodes. They dive into what they’ve learned through their ongoing discussions about AI—and how those insights are shaping their perspectives.

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Amy Slack partners with artificial intelligence for just about everything these days. From meal planning and care giving and research and shopping to personalized tutoring and course design and information synthesis. She brainstorms ideas and crafts emails and critiques documentation and plans projects and even solves problems. If you're ready to discover practical applications of AI that can simplify your life and boost your productivity, talk to Amy ... or listen to this episode ... or (pro tip!) do both.

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AI is changing everything, including cybersecurity. Information Security expert Jeff Teague breaks down how artificial intelligence helps protect campus systems, why you need to be smart about data privacy when using these tools, and how to navigate the complex security frontier safely.

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This episode is a real gem. Forget mass-produced jewelry; we're talking about hand-cut luxury: Gemini Gems. These tiny powerhouses are your own custom artificial intelligence experts. Learn how to build a personalized AI army so versatile it can streamline tedious work tasks, help with complex project management, personalize your nutrition plan, or coach you to clean up at the poker table. Ready to polish your own digital diamonds? Tune in and start building your AI superpower today!

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How is AI really changing the academic landscape? Education Professor Adam Friedman discusses its impact inside and outside the classroom, learning from his kids, navigating student use, faculty adaptation, and the future of teaching in the age of artificial intelligence.

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