We discuss the challenges and joys of being a dad during the summer. Part two on Patreon. We explore the balance between technology use and outdoor play, the importance of being present with children, and creating memorable experiences. The conversation emphasizes the significance of presence over perfection in parenting, especially during the summer months when schedules can be more relaxed. (And yes, the thumbnail for this is based on Bluey and created by ChatGPT)Chapters00:00 Summer!03:12 Screen Time06:07 Balancing Freedom and Structure (Patreon)09:08 Presence (Patreon)16:03 Adventures (Patreon)Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/WWJTHave a great summer!
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A Gentle Singularity?
Sam Altman, the founder of ChatGPT, believes we're past the event horizon. We're past the point of no return. The future is an AI future. And, well, Andrew Noble and Joel Jacob mostly agree. But with some important caveats related to AI safety, deterministic versus probabilistic coding, determinism philosophically, and agency amidst rapid technological advancements.Chapters00:00 Intro02:28 AI Defense and Security07:47 The Gentle Singularity13:43 The Deterministic vs. Instrumentalist View of Tech22:46 Probabilistic vs. Deterministic Coding in AI25:31 Evaluating AI's Performance, Ethics, and Impact31:34 Finding Hope in the AI AgeLinks - Sam Altman on A Gentle Singularity- Using GenAI helps consultants: - ChatGPT May Be Eroding Critical Thinking Skills, According to a New MIT Study Keywords: AI, Artificial Intelligence, OpenAI, Sam Altman, technology, singularity, ethics, job displacement, security, human values, deterministic, probabilisticSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/WWJT
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AI Shepherds and Electric Sheep, with Paul Hoffman
"AI is a tool, not a partner."As more people use AI tools like ChatGPT, how should Christian leaders respond? On one hand, there are opportunities to leverage Artificial Intelligence as a tool for human flourishing. But we should also be cautious about its potential to diminish human connection and creativity. They discuss the need for engagement, the importance of community, and the role of the Christian faith despite the allure of transhumanism.Cohosts Andrew Noble (PhD Student Theology & Technology), Joel Jacob (Principle Product Manager at Splunk), and Austin Gravley (TGC Social Media Manager) discuss a new book by Sean O'Callaghan and Paul Hoffman: AI Shepherds and Electric Sheep: Leading and Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.Buy the book: AI Shepherds and Electric Sheep: Leading and Teaching in the Age of Artificial IntelligenceChapters00:00 Intro02:35 The Journey to Writing the Book05:41 Engaging with AI as a Tool vs Partner17:10 Navigating AI in Ministry32:54 Understanding AI Limitations and Risks38:14 Reclaiming Our HumanityJoin our discord.Support us on Patreon.Keywords: AI, technology, human flourishing, theology, ministry, relationships, creativity, community, digital age, Paul Hoffman
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You Were Never Meant to Do It All, with Kelly Kapic
"God purposefully designed humans to have limits and depend on one another." Why is it so hard to believe this?Theologian Kelly Kapic discusses this with us in his new book, You Were Never Meant to Do It All: A 40-Day Devotional On The Goodness of Being Human. Cohosts Andrew Noble and Austin Gravley ask Kapic about human limitations, depending on one another, and the balance between work ethic and rest. They discuss the importance of community and the significance of physical touch in a technological age.Buy the book! Link: https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/you-were-never-meant-to-do-it-all/406045Earlier episodes with Kelly Kapic:- discussing Kapic's You're Only Human ("Limits") - and the Tyranny of TimeChapters00:00 Intro01:40 Understanding Human Limits09:57 "Balance"15:00 Technology and Human Limitations21:55 Touch26:57 Self-Optimization28:43 Love31:43 Stress35:54 Community42:51 PlaceCohosted by Andrew Noble, Joel Jacob, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit whatwouldjesustech.com
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Navigating the Christian Tech World, with Cory Hixson
How should Christians navigate various faith and technology organizations? Some are Universities. Others are non-profits you can volunteer with. The three cohosts chat with Corey Hickson on the intersection of engineering education, technology, and growing your faith. They explore the role of Christian universities in shaping future engineers, the impact of AI on education and work, and the importance of integrating faith into the tech space, even if you don't work at a Christian company! The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by Christians in technology, the need for community, and the significance of viewing work as a form of worship.00:00 - Intros and Background to Dr. Cory Hixson of Colorado Christian University04:25 - Be a generalist! And Christian Universities for Technology?12:10 - Exploring Christian Tech Orgs & The Ecosystem of Faith and Technology20:44 Worship Through Work in Engineering25:30 - You Don't Have To Join a "Christian" Org!30:15 - Parachurch Tech Orgs?36:17 - Faith and Work Integration in Tech39:04 - Supporting Engineers in Their Faith Journey44:09 - The Future of Technology and Human InteractionJoin our discord: https://discord.gg/u3vMQ45wSupport us: https://www.patreon.com/WWJTKeywordsengineering education, Christian universities, AI impact, faith and work, technology integration, Christian organizations, future of work, community in tech, worship through work, engineering careersCohosted by Joel Jacob, Andrew Noble, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. The image was created with the assistance of ChatGPT. The show notes were written with aid from Riverside's AI. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit whatwouldjesustech.com
Three friends embark on a journey to reconcile their love of tech with their love of Jesus.Join Joel Jacob (Product at Splunk), Austin Gravley (Socials at TGC), and Andrew Noble (Theology & AI Technologies PhD at Nottingham) as they interview leading theologians and technology experts to grow in their ability to imitate Jesus in a digital age. Whether you're working in tech, addicted to tech, or just trying to use tech as Jesus would, we hope you'll learn along with us.
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