Critical Conversations @Soka: AI & The Future Of Education And Work

Presented by Soka University of America

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the way we learn, work, and interact with the world. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from three of today’s most influential voices in tech: Kevin Roose and Casey Newton, co-hosts of the award-winning New York Times podcast Hard Fork, and renowned data scientist Hilary Mason, CEO of Hidden Door.

This panel, moderated by Soka alumna Jihii Jolly '11, will dive deep into how AI is reshaping education, career paths, and society at large. Learn how generative AI is driving innovation in industries from journalism to gaming, and gain insights from experts who are at the forefront of these changes.

Featured Panelists:

Kevin Roose & Casey Newton – Co-hosts of the award-winning Hard Fork podcast, known for their lively tech discussions, interviews with top leaders, and engaging humor.

Hilary Mason – CEO of Hidden Door and a leading data scientist with over 20 years of experience in AI. Named to Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in Business and Fortune’s 40 Under 40, she is revolutionizing how we experience entertainment through AI-driven interactive storytelling.

Jihii Jolly ‘11 (Moderator): A Soka alumna with a successful podcast and writing career, holding an M.S. in Digital Media from Columbia’s Graduate School of Journalism. She has contributed to Columbia Journalism Review, The Atlantic, and Narratively.

Whether you're curious about the future of education or wondering how AI will shape your career, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Reserve your spot and be part of the AI-driven future!