Human-centered AI Podcast

A pod about human-centered artificial intelligence, where we try to figure out what it really is through a diverse set of view points from various guests. Hosted by Mattias Rost and Alan Said.

HCAI Podcast Episode 12 - Democratizing AI with Mark Coeckelberg

In this episode, we talk to Mark Coeckelbergh, Professor of Philosophy of Technology and Media at the University of Vienna, about the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for society. Mark brings a unique perspective, emphasizing the necessity of embedding ethical values into AI development from the outset to ensure the technology’s responsible use aligns with both human and non-human needs. He challenges the conventional human-centered AI narrative, advocating for a more inclusive approach that considers the ecological and broader impacts of AI beyond just human interactions.

HCAI Podcast Episode 12 - Democratizing AI with Mark Coeckelberg
HCAI Podcast Episode 11 - Ubiquitous HCAI with Niklas Elmqvist

In this episode, we discuss the evolving intersection of human-computer interaction and AI with Niklas Elmqvist, a professor at Aarhus University and expert in data visualization. Niklas shares his insights on how HCI and AI can work together to create systems that amplify, augment, and empower human capabilities while ensuring transparency and user control.

HCAI Podcast Episode 11 - Ubiquitous HCAI with Niklas Elmqvist
HCAI Podcast Episode 10 - Earth-centered AI with Ricardo Baeza-Yates

The tenth episode of the HCAI podcast in which we talk about AI’s environmental impact with Ricardo Baeza-Yates. He discusses the importance of Earth-centered AI, ethical considerations, and the need for interdisciplinary teams and better evaluations to ensure AI benefits society and the planet.

HCAI Podcast Episode 10 - Earth-centered AI with Ricardo Baeza-Yates