What if AI isn’t here to replace us, but to remove the boring parts of our work? In this episode, Scott Hanselman shares a deeply human perspective on AI, productivity, and the promises technology made but didn’t keep. If you’re a business leader wondering how to use AI without losing your team’s creativity, this conversation is a must-listen.
00:00 – Intro
02:17 – Why AI should remove toil, not creativity
05:45 – The broken promises of technology
12:35 – Can AI help us reconnect as humans?
18:03 – The myth of time-saving tools
24:05 – Understanding the stack: why leaders need technical literacy
30:00 – AI’s environmental impact and the future of small models
34:08 – Productivity tip
36:09 – Using AI as a tutor for deeper learning
37:25 – Final thoughts on creativity, purpose, and the future of work
