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Cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy. As you navigate today’s changing world the question remains how do you create these cultures? How do you scale them? And how do you help people develop the mindset and skills to thrive within them?

These are the questions people ask Dr. Sabba Quidwai, researcher, educator and storyteller. Each week we’ll explore the answers with stories and strategies from researchers, education leaders and today’s young people as we explore how might we design schools.

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Dr. Sabba Quidwai Stefan Bauschard Sabba Quidwai

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Stefan
Stefan is a thought leader in the field of artificial intelligence and its implications for the workforce. He engages in discussions about the evolving nature of work in the context of AI advancements, focusing on how these technologies can enhance team performance and individual roles.
Ryan Findley
Ryan Findley is the Chief Learning Officer at Learn to Win, where he focuses on enhancing learning experiences through innovative approaches. With a background in education and technology, Ryan has been instrumental in integrating AI into learning frameworks, emphasizing the importance of design thinking in adapting to an AI-driven world. His work aims to bridge the gap between technology and human skills, ensuring that learners are equipped to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.

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AI leadership education collaboration creativity Gen Z personalized intelligence AI technologies ChatGPT Claude educational landscape agentic platforms transparency in AI reasoning Class of AGI higher education digital workers Turing Test identity agency digital discernment AI literacy fastest-growing skill learning tools design thinking human skills Sequoia conference AI conversations artificial intelligence creative ownership AI-enhanced teams future of work copyright digital integrity Artificial General Intelligence AGI debate Nvidia GTC keynote Desert Sands Unified School District AI readiness human agency

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"Welcome to Sabba Quidwai, where education meets technology! Explore innovative ways to integrate iPads, AI, and digital tools into modern learning. Join us for tips, tutorials, and insights on using cutting-edge tech to enhance education and empower both teachers and students."

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Future Focus | Why AI Is No Longer Optional: Redesigning Learning, Leadership, and Life in a Digital Age | Week of April 14, 2025

Hosts
Dr. Sabba Quidwai Stefan Bauschard
Keywords
AI leadership education collaboration creativity Gen Z personalized intelligence

In this episode hosts Dr. Sabba Quidwai and Stefan Bauschard explore the cultural and strategic implications of the Shopify CEO’s provocative memo: “Before you ask for headcount, tell me why AI can't do it.” They unpack major updates from Google and OpenAI, offering a compelling case for why AI is redefining collaboration, creativity, and leadership. This isn’t just about new tools, it’s a call to reimagine how we learn, lead, and live in a world where AI is now a baseline expectation.


Timestamps

[00:00:00] The Shopify Challenge: A Culture Memo, Not a Tech Memo

  • Sabba introduces the CEO’s powerful statement and frames it as a leadership challenge rather than a technological one.

[00:05:00] Google's Vision for Collaborative AI Workflows

  • A deep dive into Google's new Workspace Flows, writing coaches, and AI-powered video/audio tools that reshape how schools and teams operate.

[00:16:00] From Tools to Teammates: Shifting Mindsets in Education

  • Stefan and Sabba discuss the transformational potential of AI when viewed as a teammate and explore implications for student learning and entrepreneurship.

[00:26:00] Gen Z’s AI Literacy Gap and the Urgency for Action

  • A new Gallup and Walton Family Foundation report highlights the mismatch between Gen Z’s usage and understanding of AI—and what schools must do now.

[00:35:00] OpenAI’s Memory Update: The Future of Personalized Intelligence

  • What it means to have AI remember your interactions—and why this seemingly small update is a massive step toward hyper-personalized experiences.


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Future Focus | The Class of AGI: How AI is Reshaping Education, Work, and Global Leadership | Week of April 7, 2025

Hosts
Sabba Quidwai
Guests
Stefan
Keywords
AI technologies ChatGPT Claude educational landscape agentic platforms transparency in AI reasoning Class of AGI higher education digital workers Turing Test identity agency digital discernment

In this episode, Sabba and Stefan dive into the rapid acceleration of AI technologies, spotlighting how tools like ChatGPT and Claude are transforming the educational landscape. They explore groundbreaking developments like agentic platforms, transparency in AI reasoning, and what it means for today’s students to be the “Class of AGI.” This is a forward-thinking conversation that challenges leaders to rethink how we prepare people for a world led by intelligent systems.


Timestamps

[00:01:00] The Center of Gravity is Shifting

  • OpenAI's user explosion in India signals a global shift in AI adoption and influence.

[00:10:00] The Class of AGI: Redefining Higher Education

  • Anthropic and OpenAI unveil initiatives aimed at transforming learning and literacy through AI-powered experiences.

[00:22:00] Enter the Age of Agents: Digital Workers in the Enterprise

  • Deloitte and others launch digital coworkers to automate tasks, revealing how organizations must restructure around AI.

[00:32:00] Inside the Mind of Claude: Anthropic’s Breakthrough in AI Transparency

  • A look at how Claude forms ideas and the effort to audit AI behavior through model interpretability research.

[00:41:00] Passing the Turing Test and Redefining Human Identity

  • ChatGPT-4.5 convinces users it’s human 73% of the time—raising deep questions about identity, agency, and digital discernment.


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0:00 42:32

Why AI Literacy Is the Fastest-Growing Skill—and What Most People Get Wrong About It

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Sabba Quidwai
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Ryan Findley
Keywords
AI literacy fastest-growing skill learning tools design thinking human skills Sequoia conference AI conversations

LinkedIn just named AI literacy the #1 fastest-growing skill in the U.S., but it’s not just about learning how to use tools, it’s about rethinking how we work, lead, and learn.


In this episode, Sabba sits down with Ryan Findley, Chief Learning Officer at Learn to Win, to explore how AI can actually enhance our most human skills and why design thinking is essential in an AI-everywhere world. They also dive into the mission behind the Sequoia conference and the blind spots in today’s AI conversations.

0:00 43:33

Future Focus | From Shock to Strategy: Navigating the Quiet Disruption of AI in Your Work | Week of March 27

Hosts
Sabba Quidwai
Guests
Stefan
Keywords
artificial intelligence AI literacy design thinking creative ownership AI-enhanced teams future of work copyright digital integrity

In this episode, Sabba and Stefan explore how artificial intelligence isn't abruptly replacing jobs, but instead quietly transforming them task by task. They dive into the capabilities of OpenAI’s new image and video generators, the blurred lines around creative ownership, and the power of AI-enhanced teams. The conversation emphasizes the need for AI literacy, design thinking, and a reimagining of roles in this rapidly evolving landscape.


Timestamps

[00:00:00] The Real Impact of AI on Jobs

  • Sabba opens with a powerful reflection on how AI subtly transforms roles, prompting a deeper discussion on AI literacy and the future of work.

[00:02:00] Image Generation & Studio Ghibli Backlash

  • A deep dive into GPT-4o’s photorealistic image capabilities and the viral Studio Ghibli style trend, sparking ethical debates on copyright and creative replication.

[00:10:00] Copyright, Personal Branding & Digital Integrity

  • A candid conversation about stolen ideas, credit in the creator economy, and how we define integrity in the age of AI.

[00:28:00] Harvard-Wharton Study on AI-Enhanced Teams

  • Review of a recent study showing solo humans using AI outperform human teams, and how AI improves both performance and morale.

[00:36:00] Sam Altman's Shocking Admission & Future-Proofing Advice

  • Discussion on Sam Altman's comments about OpenAI’s unexpected shift and his advice for young people navigating a fast-changing world.


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Future Focus | AGI Is Coming. Why Aren’t Schools Ready? | Week of March 23

Hosts
Dr. Sabba Quidwai
Keywords
Artificial General Intelligence AGI education debate Nvidia GTC keynote Desert Sands Unified School District AI readiness human agency

In this episode, the hosts dive into a student’s quote about the transformative power of debate and use it as a launchpad to explore what instruction should look like in a world heading rapidly toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). They unpack insights from the recent Nvidia GTC keynote, discuss educational failures in preparing for AI, and spotlight Desert Sands Unified School District’s groundbreaking AI guidance, which includes human agency and AGI readiness.


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