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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 EpisodesApril 28, 2026

Reclaiming Humanity in the Age of AI

This episode explores how AI is reshaping the future of work, and why the real question isn’t what machines can do, but what kind of human future we want to build. CJ Murphy shares a blueprint for restoring purpose, dignity, and creativity in a workforce often defined by speed, pressure, and efficiency.

Chapter 1

From the Inside, to the Question

Chris J. Murphy

I didn’t start out as a voice people listened to.I started like most of us—inside the system. Corporate roles, long hours, chasing titles that never quite filled the gap. On paper, it looked like success. But underneath, I was asking a different question… Is this really it?That question changed everything.I began to see the patterns—the pressure to perform, the masks we wear, the quiet trade we make between who we are and who we’re expected to be. And I realized… this isn’t just my story. It’s all of ours.So I started writing. Speaking. Challenging the narrative.Today, I explore the intersection of work, identity, and the future we’re all walking into—whether we’re ready or not.I’m CJ Murphy… and this is the human side of the workforce.