Matt B. Britton talks with Jason Barnard about Generation AI.
Matt B. Britton is a consumer trend expert, and the founder and CEO of Suzy. Matt discusses the impact of Generation Alpha (born 0-15) and their relationship with AI, positioning them as the first generation to grow up with AI seamlessly integrated into their lives.Matt B. Britton and Jason Barnard discuss how AI will redefine everything from career paths to parenting, education, and business, significantly impacting how we live and work. Matt emphasizes the potential mental health consequences of AI influence on interpersonal relationships.
Matt B. Britton and Jason Barnard also delve into corporate AI adoption and the growing need for AI literacy, both agreeing that AI will disrupt industries, particularly knowledge-based fields. They highlight how AI will redefine traditional job roles, urging professionals to adapt to remain competitive in an increasingly automated world.
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00:00 Matt B. Britton and Jason Barnard
01:20 Why Did Jason Barnard Say He is Out of Touch With the World When Talking About Generation Alpha?
01:42 What is Generation Alpha?
01:51 What is Generation Z?
01:57 What are Millennials?
02:11 What Did Jason Barnard Emphasize About the Brand SERP of Matt Britton?
02:42 What Did Jason Barnard Find Interesting About Google Associating Matt Britton With Footballers?
02:58 Why Did Jason Barnard Ask Gemini to Find a Connection Between Matt Britton and Footballers?
04:53 What Are the Two Factors the Book Generation AI is About?
05:10 What Does the Book Generation AI Say About How Gen Alpha and AI Will Reshape Society?
05:27 Why Did Matt Britton Write the Generation AI Book?
06:04 How Important Are the People Growing Up with AI Compared to the Actual Technology?
06:18 What Challenges Will Parents Face With Kids Having Easy Access to AI?
06:32 What Impact Could Interacting With Human-Like Bots Have On How Young Kids Understand the Real World?
06:53 What Effect Might Growing Up With AI Have On the Brain Development and Relationships of Gen Alpha?
07:44 What Did Matt Britton Mean by “Other Humans” When Talking About Kids Interacting With AI Tools?
08:18 How Does the Impact of AI on Individuals, Particularly in Tragic Cases Like Suicide, Affect Society?
09:05 What Challenges Do Teachers Face in Keeping Up With Educating Children in the AI Era?
10:12 Why is it Surprising That Copilot Adoption is Slow, Even Though AI is Powerful and Widely Useful?
10:31 What Shift in Cultural Influence Did the Book Youth Nation Highlight About Younger Generations?
11:08 How Has Social Media Empowered Young People to Influence Culture and Society?
11:24 How Will the Generation Alpha Use of AI Influence How Society Adopts and Interacts With AI?
12:22 Why Will Merely Using AI as a Tool Not Be Enough in the Future?
12:34 Why is it Important for Professionals to Fully Understand AI?
13:47 Why is AI Considered Capable of Handling Complex Jobs, Despite Being Seen as Only for Simple Tasks?
14:17 Which Types of Jobs Are More at Risk of Being Replaced by AI?
15:23 What Will Determine Whether Society Accepts the Widespread Use of Advanced AI Technologies?
16:03 What Kinds of Skills or Fields Will Offer Job Opportunities in an AI-Driven Future?
17:10 What Types of Professionals Are Most at Risk of Being Disrupted by AI Advancements?
17:35 How Can AI Demonstrate Creativity and Push Boundaries in Ways Similar to Humans?
19:32 What Should Businesses Do Today to Prepare for Tomorrow With AI?
This episode was recorded live on video May 6th 2025
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