Unraveling the World via Techish Podcast, Hosted by Bridget Todd
In the latest episode of the IRL Podcast, titled "Decoding the Planet: From Whales to Whistleblowers", host Bridget Todd delves into the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the planet. This episode, part of season eight, is produced by IRL, an original podcast from Mozilla, the non-profit organisation behind Firefox.
The discussion revolves around the use of AI in decoding animal communication, particularly whale language, and its significant implications for planet conservation. Bridget Todd is joined by visionaries who are passionate about preserving the environment, and they explore how AI-driven understanding of animal languages can lead to better protection of ecosystems and more effective conservation efforts.
Aza Raskin, co-founder and president of the Earth Species Project, believes that decoding animal communication through AI could be crucial for protecting the planet. Sasha Luccioni, AI and climate lead at Hugging Face, advocates for increased transparency from tech companies regarding the energy consumption of AI. Holly Alpine, a former employee of Microsoft, left her job due to the company's involvement in providing AI tools to fossil fuel companies for oil and gas production acceleration.
The episode covers topics such as decoding whale language and protecting oceans from offshore drilling. It highlights AI's potential role in fostering a deeper connection between humans and the natural world to inspire and guide conservation actions. By revealing complex animal behaviours and needs that were previously inaccessible to humans, this enhanced communication with wildlife can inform policies to safeguard ocean health and broader environmental systems.
Moreover, the episode explores the cost of AI in relation to the planet. The discussion aims to address the importance of preserving the planet and the need for sustainable AI practices. The IRL Podcast will return in September after a brief hiatus.
Listeners can tune in to the new episode on various platforms such as Spotify, Apple, and all good podcast apps. The episode serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the interplay between AI, the environment, and our collective future.
