What happens when the people building AI don’t reflect the people it impacts?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Julia Stamm, sociologist, founder of She Shapes AI, and global thought leader working at the intersection of technology, policy, and society.

We get into the real conversation most people are still avoiding. Who is building AI. Who is being left out. And why that gap is not just a diversity issue, but a systems-level risk.

If you’ve ever felt like the AI conversation wasn’t built for you, this episode will hit home.

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Dr. Stamm introduces her background as a sociologist working across tech, policy, and innovation.

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The conversation shifts to women in AI and why representation is not optional.

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Key stat: women are three times more likely to build impact ventures. This changes how AI should be built.

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Overview of She Shapes AI and the global awards recognizing women building in AI.

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The larger mission: using AI to solve real societal problems, not just optimize business outputs.

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Why a thoughtful approach to AI builds trust. And why that trust matters more than speed.

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The danger of “rose-colored glasses” in AI. Critical thinking is an asset, not a blocker.

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Trust gaps between leadership and teams. Also between men and women in AI adoption.

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How to get involved with She Shapes AI and join the movement.

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Future vision for the awards and ongoing global initiatives.

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Closing reflections on leadership, responsibility, and shaping the future of AI.

AI is not neutral. It reflects the people building it.

If women are not in the room, the outcomes will not serve them. And that is not a future any of us should accept.

Dr. Stamm makes it clear. This is not about catching up. It is about stepping in and shaping what comes next.

If you are building something right now, you are already part of that shift.