Ep. 2 - Machine Learning Bias

Are you conscious? Is your dog? Could your robot vacuum cleaner be conscious? Many doomsday views of AI see robots become conscious and overthrow their creators. Is this even a possibility? Listen on to learn more! In today's episode Angus and I discuss what it means to be conscious? And whether robots could ever become conscious?

Have you ever clicked on a recommended YouTube video or Netflix show? Have you ever submitted a resume? If so then you've interacted with a machine learning algorithm. However it's not all cat videos and Gossip Girl. In today's episode I discuss the implications of machine learning bias and the severe consequences it can have.

Have you ever wondered if your job will be replaced by a robot? Are you worried or excited about new technology? In today's episode we discuss the implications of AI on employment and the possible solutions. Joined by Angus an economics student at the Australian National University.