As AI continues to evolve, so does the fear that it might replace entire professions. But what if the real story is more nuanced...and more hopefull?
In this episode of Wholly Fractional: the Podcast, host Andrew Graft speaks with Alex Rasmussen, a veteran data systems consultant and founder of Bits on Disk, to unpack what AI is actually capable of today, what’s being overstated, and how it fits into the long arc of technological progress.
Alex brings two decades of experience in infrastructure and distributed systems, along with a gift for making complex ideas surprisingly understandable. While the conversation leans toward software and tech, the implications are far-reaching, especially for professionals navigating a fast-changing future of work.
Together, they explore:
- What AI does well (and where it still falls short)
- Why thoughtful skepticism is more useful than hype or fear
- How today’s tools fit into a broader history of innovation
- Why the human element remains essential -- even in a world of automation
Whether you’re in tech or not, this episode offers clarity and perspective in a time of rapid change.
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