Podcast Series
Artificial intelligence is changing how we learn, work, create and connect. But what does this mean for young people, and how can we make sense of a world increasingly shaped by AI?
The AI.Proof Podcast Series brings together educators, AI experts, youth workers and creative professionals from across Europe to explore the opportunities, challenges and big questions surrounding artificial intelligence.
From digital privacy and critical thinking to creativity, education and the future of work, each episode offers different perspectives, practical insights and ideas to inspire conversations with young people.
Listen. Question. Discover. How will you navigate the world of AI?
AI Made Simple – How Can Youth Workers Explain It?
EPISODE 01 · AI IN YOUTH WORK
Featuring Konstantin Zankov
How can youth workers introduce AI without overwhelming young people with technical explanations? AI educator and entrepreneur Konstantin Zankov shares practical ways to make artificial intelligence easier to understand through everyday examples, accessible language and critical thinking. Discover how to turn complex AI concepts into engaging learning opportunities.
Can AI Replace Human Connection? AI in Healthcare and Therapy
EPISODE 02 · AI AND WELLBEING
Featuring Vesela Mareva
Would you trust an AI chatbot with your mental health? Youth expert Vesela Mareva explores the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare and emotional support, examining questions of empathy, trust, privacy and digital wellbeing. Discover the possibilities and limitations of AI when human connection matters most.
Learning Together – What Can Adults Learn from Young People About AI?
EPISODE 03 · AI AND LEARNING
Featuring Samuele Premi
Young people are exploring AI in school, creativity and everyday life, but what can educators learn from their experiences? AI consultant and educator Samuele Premi discusses how AI can support learning and personal growth while encouraging independent thinking. Explore the importance of experimentation, verifying information and learning across generations.
Who Shapes the Future of AI? Why Civil Society Matters
EPISODE 04 · AI AND SOCIETY
Featuring Yves-Noel Bangne
Who should have a voice in deciding how artificial intelligence develops? Digital learning and AI specialist Yves-Noel Bangne explores the role of civil society in shaping AI and discusses transparency, education and open-source technology. Discover how young people and communities can become more informed and actively participate in conversations about AI’s future.
AI and Your Data – How Private Is Your Digital Life?
EPISODE 05 · PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
Featuring Dr. Sabine Proßnegg
What happens to your personal information when you interact with AI? IT law expert Dr. Sabine Proßnegg explores data protection, digital privacy and the risks of sharing sensitive information with AI systems. Discover why understanding your digital rights is an important part of using artificial intelligence responsibly.
Teaching AI Creatively – How Can We Make Learning More Engaging?
EPISODE 06 · AI IN EDUCATION
Featuring Ralitsa Dobreva
How can educators make learning about AI interactive, meaningful and accessible? Trainer and consultant Ralitsa Dobreva explores creative approaches to teaching artificial intelligence through non-formal education and project-based learning. Discover how critical thinking, emotional intelligence and an understanding of how young people learn can support engaging AI education.
Think Before You Trust – Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
EPISODE 07 · CRITICAL THINKING
Featuring Tina de Silva
Can you always trust what AI tells you? AI educator and former teacher Tina de Silva explores how young people can navigate AI-generated content, recognise misinformation and question seemingly convincing answers. Discover practical approaches to verifying information and developing the critical thinking skills needed in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Will AI Change Your Job? Exploring the Future of Work
EPISODE 08 · THE FUTURE OF WORK
Featuring Ivan Bandic
How is artificial intelligence changing the skills we need and the jobs we do? Entrepreneur Ivan Bandic explores automation, emerging career opportunities and practical AI applications in photography, filmmaking and marketing. Discover how curiosity, experimentation and effective prompting can help young people prepare for an evolving world of work.
Who Controls AI – And Who Should Shape Its Future?
EPISODE 09 · AI AND HUMANITY
Featuring Stefan Grigorov and Tiho Banov
As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful, who should decide how it is developed and used? Stefan Grigorov and Tiho Banov, creators of Epoha Online, explore the relationship between innovation, ethics, regulation and human responsibility. Discover different perspectives on the roles of governments, technology companies and communities in shaping AI.
AI Rules, Real-Life Impact – Why Does Regulation Matter?
EPISODE 10 · AI REGULATION
Featuring Alex Flutur
What does AI regulation have to do with your everyday life? AI educator and entrepreneur Alex Flutur explores how artificial intelligence influences decisions in recruitment, education and financial services. Discover why transparency, biased data and accountability are important considerations in conversations about regulating AI.
Growing Up with AI – Do Different Generations See It Differently?
EPISODE 11 · AI ACROSS GENERATIONS
Featuring Moritz Borchardt, Elif Lea Borchardt and Nina Nozari
How do Millennials and Gen Z experience a world increasingly shaped by AI? In this unscripted conversation, three members of the AI.Proof team explore different generational perspectives on technology, education, relationships and creativity. From mental health to the potential revival of handmade art, discover how AI is changing our relationship with everyday life and culture.
Learning with AI – What Skills Will the Next Generation Need?
EPISODE 12 · FUTURE SKILLS
Featuring Tim Grabner
How can schools prepare young people for an AI-driven future? Student Manuel Schmid speaks with teacher Tim Grabner about integrating AI and future skills into education. Explore why creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration remain essential, and how students can use AI responsibly while developing their own knowledge and abilities.
AI and Culture – What Happens When Technology Becomes the Creator?
EPISODE 13 · AI AND CREATIVITY
Featuring Elif Lea Borchardt and Nina Nozari
What happens to creativity when AI can produce art, music and films? Director Elif Lea Borchardt and actor Nina Nozari explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the creative industries and influencing how different generations experience culture. Discover their perspectives on AI-generated content, artistic expression and the changing value of human creativity.
Who Is Responsible When Autonomous AI Causes Harm?
EPISODE 14 · AI AND RESPONSIBILITY
Featuring Kaitin Venero Alonso
What happens when an autonomous AI system causes harm? This episode explores how responsibility changes depending on the level of human control, from human-in-the-loop to fully autonomous systems. Using examples from autonomous vehicles, drones, finance, industry and workplace decision-making, it looks at why human oversight, clear accountability and strong safety frameworks remain essential as AI becomes more autonomous.
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Can You Trust What You See? Fighting AI Disinformation
EPISODE 15 · AI AND DISINFORMATION
Featuring Jes Folden Hyldig
Can you still tell what’s real in the age of AI? In this episode, Jes Folden Hyldig explores how AI-generated disinformation is changing the way we consume and trust information. From convincing deepfakes and AI hallucinations to the limitations of detection tools, the conversation examines who should take responsibility for misinformation and why critical thinking, digital awareness and healthy skepticism are more important than ever
How MuchDoes AI Cost the Planet?
Episode 16 – AI AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Featuring Professor Michael Cla
What is the environmental cost of using AI everyday? In this episode, Professor Michael Cla explores the growing energy demands of AI and how everyday choices can make a difference. From energy labels that encourage sustainable AI use to choosing smaller, more efficient models, the conversation examines the hidden environmental impact of AI, the tension between technological growth and sustainability, and how we can use Ai more responsibly.
Are Digital Skills Enough in the Age of AI?
Episode 17 – AI AND DIGITAL COMPETENCE
Featuring Ibai Martinez
Are traditional digital skills enough to navigate a world shaped by AI? In this episode, Ibai Martinez explores how AI competence goes beyond basic digital literacy, requiring critical thinking, ethical awareness and an understanding of AI’s limitations. From the importance of AI skills in education and employment to recognizing bias and hallucinations, he conversation highlights why learning to use AI responsibly is becoming essential for everyone.