AI: Unpacking the Black Box
A series on the issues and impacts of AI on our society
Where the boundaries between the physical, digital, and biological worlds blur, powered by Artificial Intelligence.
The Journey So Far
From the steam engine’s roar to the silent whispers of digital data, our world has been reshaped through three industrial revolutions. Each era brought unparalleled changes to our societies, economies, and personal lives. Today, we stand at the precipice of a new revolution, one that promises to marry the physical with the digital and biological realms through artificial intelligence.
AI and Society
The Origins of AI
AI is set to redefine education, healthcare, employment, and even faith and ethics. Join us as we uncover AI’s origins, from the Industrial Revolution to today.
Ethics
AI is set to redefine education, healthcare, employment, and even faith and ethics. Join us as we discover the balance between technological progress and ethics regarding AI.
Religion and AI
We explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping religious thought and practice across different faith traditions and delve into ethical dilemmas posed by AI. Experts from various religious backgrounds discuss the importance of balancing technological advancements with human values, the role of digital literacy, and the need for ongoing ethical dialogue. This episode also addresses AI’s potential to enhance religious practices while emphasizing the enduring importance of community, human connection, and moral responsibility in the age of AI.
Art, Creativity and AI
We explore the evolving relationship between human creativity and technology, focusing on the impact of AI on artistic expression. Can machines mimic the soul and depth of human artistry? What is the meaning of creativity in an era where human effort and the emotional journey of creation is being questioned?
Education, Employment and AI
We explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping education and the workforce. Is it for better or worse? From revolutionizing learning methods in schools to transforming job roles, we’ll talk about the opportunities and challenges AI brings, and how it’s sparking critical questions about the future of education, careers, and the global workforce.
Government, Defense Manufacturing and AI
Artificial intelligence is reshaping government, defense, and manufacturing in profound and unpredictable ways. We’ll talk about how AI-driven decisions could impact national security, transform industries, and challenge ethical boundaries. Learn about the promise and dangers of a possible future shaped by machine intelligence.
Join the Revolution
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About Us
Our Mission
To illuminate the path of innovation as humanity steps into a new era of the fourth industrial revolution. Driven by insatiable curiosity, we aim to explore and change the world around us, integrating artificial intelligence into the very fabric of human existence.
Our Vision
To be at the forefront of educating and guiding society through the transformative power of AI, reshaping education, employment, healthcare, and even our ethical boundaries.
John McElligott, Host
John McElligott is a technical futurist with a history of entrepreneurism in software, robotics and applied artificial intelligence. Based in Pennsylvania, he is the Founder and CEO of York Exponential, a robotics company with a specialty in 6 axis robots for small, collaborative, light and large industrial markets, as well as autonomous ground vehicles. John’s forward-thinking mindset, and his ability to take high-level concepts and provide clear understanding for non-technical executives and professionals, has made him a sought-after international speaker.
Previously, John served as Chief Communications Officer and Senior Vice President at Royal Square Development & Construction, overseeing fundraising, strategy, partnerships and construction operations.
A veteran, John’s love of engineering developed during his time as a combat engineer in the United States Marine Corps.
John is the host of the upcoming TV series AI: Unpacking the Black Box, produced by WITF and Origin AI, which premieres this fall on PBS member stations and will be available for streaming on the PBS app.