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  • The Ethics of AI, with Alina Timofeeva
    2025/06/26

    Is AI taking over, unchecked? In this episode, Host Jen Dobbie is joined by Alina Timofeeva. Alina is a globally renowned AI strategist and advocate for women’s empowerment. She champions AI’s power to dismantle hiring biases and promote workforce opportunities, while warning against algorithmic discrimination. Her TEDx talk, “Fail But Never Give Up,” has over 500,000 views. Alina is a sought-after speaker at the World Economic Forum and London Tech Week, guiding governments and business on AI for gender equity and operational resilience. If you want to understand how the societal impacts of AI translate directly to your brand and business, then let's get into it. Love this episode? Subscribe and help amplify our voice by giving us a star rating and review. It will help others find the show and flip the focus, together. Flip the Focus is made possible by Hotwire Australia.

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    47 分
  • Strategic Compassion with Louise Wilson
    2025/05/28

    Can big tech companies help normalise working parenthood? In this episode, Host Jen Dobbie is joined by Louise Wilson. With more than 17 years at global tech giants like Yahoo, Twitter and LinkedIn to her name, Louise has delivered year on year revenue growth whilst driving systemic change for caregivers. A Senior Sales Leader at LinkedIn, she's also Global Co-Chair of Families@LinkedIn, where she scaled a community of over 6000 global members and 150 volunteers. Keen to widen the community, she also co-founded The Village, a supportive community for parents in media, and is a Finalist for B&T Women in Tech 2025. If you're a parent who works; not a worker who parents - let's get into it!

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    49 分
  • Where Media is Moving, with Karissa Breen
    2025/04/01

    In this episode, Jen Dobbie sits down with Karissa Breen (KB), a prominent figure in cybersecurity media, and the host of the KBKast. They discuss the evolution of media, the impact of AI on both media and cybersecurity, and the importance of execution in entrepreneurship. KB shares insights from her journey, emphasising the need for resilience and motivation in the face of the challenges she's faced as an entrepreneur. From farming to skipping the Christmas party, KB and Jen go to some unexpected places to understand the relentless nature of work and the entrepreneurial mindset. KB also addresses the significance of personal branding, the challenges women face in tech, and the need for respect and collaboration in the industry, offering practical advice for women entering tech and highlights the importance of amplifying female voices in the field. Let's get into it!Connect with UsFollow us on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jendobbie/Have thoughts on this Episode, or Guests? Email us at flipthefocus@hotwireglobal.com

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    53 分
  • Where AI Belongs, with Kate Tollenaar
    2025/03/25

    Where does AI belong - in our daily lives, industry and society? In this episode, host Jen Dobbie sits down with Kate Tollenaar, Director of Government and Enterprise for IBM ANZ, to discuss the evolution of AI, its real-world applications, and the importance of gender diversity in tech. Kate, who has a background in AI, cybernetics, and a 20-year military career, shares her insights on AI’s history, the rise of applied AI, and the critical role of trust and transparency in AI governance. Jen and Kate discusses AI hallucinations, the impact of AI on misinformation, and how governments and corporations must ensure AI is used responsibly.

    A major part of the discussion centres around women in AI and tech, highlighting the underrepresentation of women in AI development and its impact on bias in AI systems. Kate emphasises that more women need to be in the room when AI is built to create safer and more inclusive technology. She also shares insights on AI’s role in public policy, military applications, and ethical concerns surrounding autonomous systems. They close with practical advice for people looking to get into the tech industry; and gives tips on key industry leaders and organisations to follow for anyone looking to stay informed about AI’s rapid evolution. Let's get into it!

    Resources and Links from the Episode:

    1. National AI Centre: https://www.industry.gov.au/science-technology-and-innovation/technology/national-artificial-intelligence-centre

    2. CSIRO's Data61: https://www.csiro.au/en/about/people/business-units/data61

    3. Genevieve Bell, Vice Chancellor of ANU, AI & Cybernetics Expert: linkedin.com/in/genevievebell

    4. Jennifer Robinson – Human Rights Lawyer & Advocate for Online Safety: linkedin.com/in/jennifer-robinson-18607326

    5. Slaughterbots: https://youtu.be/9rDo1QxI260?si=DnEWf3goVB7ETw09 Note before watching: this is a dystopian and scary watch.

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    44 分