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September 1, 2025 29 mins

Welcome to the Artificial Intelligence Podcast with Jonathan Green! In this episode, we delve into the ever-evolving realm of AI in education, featuring our insightful guest, Niki Skene. Niki is a pioneer in innovation, orchestrating transformative programs in Silicon Valley that immerse global participants in cutting-edge tech environments.

Niki provides a thought-provoking narrative on the adaptability challenges faced by traditional education systems in keeping pace with rapid AI advancements. Highlighting the need for an experimental mindset, she advocates for educational paradigms that nurture curiosity and adapt beyond rigid curriculums. She shares experiences from her own programs where participants are encouraged to innovate rapidly without the constraint of long-term commitment to any single project.

Notable Quotes:

  • "AI is a category. AI is a technology. AI can do many things... we should behave like we're in a sandbox and learn the mindset of experimentation." - [Niki Skene]
  • "The university catch-up game is failing because the technology was evolving at an exponential pace." - [Niki Skene]
  • "AI democratizes product development... Whether it's building software or designing your logo, it opens new markets." - [Jonathan Green]
  • "Institutions always fight against something that's already here." - [Niki Skene]

Niki emphasizes the role of educators in harnessing students' curiosity and guiding them through a landscape where innovation thrives over traditional methods. The discussion touches on AI's potential to revolutionize learning environments and the importance of blending technological advancement with human creativity and emotional intelligence.

Connect with Niki Skene:

Explore Niki's projects and workshops aimed at challenging conventional perspectives and fostering intrinsic motivation to embrace change and thrive in an AI-driven future.

If you're curious about how AI is reshaping education and want to gain insights into fostering innovation, this episode is a must-listen!

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