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Hosted by Simon Carver & Lachlan Reed with various guests.

This podcast explores the rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and human work. Hosted by Simon Carver and Lachlan Reed—two experienced professionals who examine technology through both strategic and human lenses—the series tackles the most pressing questions surrounding AI, automation, and the future of careers.

Each episode draws on the ideas and perspectives developed by the authors of the website and the book The Last Job You’ll Ever Hate. The discussions focus on ethical considerations, economic realities, and practical strategies for navigating a world where Generative AI, machine learning, and automation are reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace.

Rather than focusing on hype or fear, Simon and Lachlan analyze the real dynamics taking place across organizations, labor markets, and leadership culture. Topics include the impact of AI on professional roles, corporate adoption of automation, emerging skills that will define the next generation of work, and the ways individuals can adapt to remain valuable in a technology-driven economy.

Through thoughtful dialogue and grounded analysis, the hosts explore questions many professionals are asking today:
How will AI change the structure of work?
What skills will matter most in the coming decade?
How can individuals use automation and machine learning tools to improve their careers rather than compete against them?

The goal of the series is to provide listeners with clear insight, practical guidance, and balanced perspectives so they can better understand the changing landscape and position themselves for success. By combining real-world experience with forward-looking analysis, Simon and Lachlan offer a framework for leveraging Generative AI and emerging technologies not just as tools—but as catalysts for personal growth, professional resilience, and long-term well-being.

All EpisodesMay 9, 2026

AI as Teammate: Reclaiming Humanity at Work

Jacques San Dimas reflects on how a fractured childhood, kitchens, and decades in IT shaped his view of leadership, risk, and resilience. He explores the promise and pitfalls of AI at work, arguing that automation should create more dignity, purpose, and human agency—not just more efficiency.

Chapter 1

Jacques San Dimas in His Own Voice

Jacques San Dimas

. “Hello, I’m Jacques San Dimas. Over the past thirty years, I’ve worked across technology operations, resilience, risk management, and leadership inside some of the most complex corporate environments in the world. But my story really started long before technology — in difficult life experiences that taught me how human behavior, trust, fear, and leadership shape every organization we build.Before entering technology, I was a chef in New York City, where I learned how to lead under pressure and survive chaos. Today, I bring those lessons into conversations about AI, workplace culture, operational resilience, and the future of human work. On The Human Workforce podcast, I’m here to challenge assumptions, explore the human side of technology, and remind people that no matter how advanced our systems become… people are still the solution.”