Oprah Winfrey is set to host a highly anticipated primetime special on ABC, exploring the transformative role of artificial intelligence in our daily lives. Titled “AI and the Future of Us: An Oprah Winfrey Special,” this engaging event will air on September 12 at 8 p.m. ET and will be available for streaming on Hulu the following day.
The special promises to be a comprehensive and insightful exploration of AI, featuring conversations with some of the leading figures in technology and media. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will demystify AI by explaining its workings in simple terms, while discussing the significant responsibilities that come with leading AI companies. Former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates will delve into how AI is poised to revolutionize science, health, and education, and will address its potential effects on the job market. Content creator Marques Brownlee will showcase AI’s groundbreaking capabilities through intriguing demonstrations.
Additional guests include Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, co-founders of the Center for Humane Technology, who will discuss the ethical considerations of AI. FBI Director Christopher Wray and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson will also contribute to the conversation, offering their unique perspectives on the implications of artificial intelligence.
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Produced by Winfrey’s Harpo Productions, “AI and the Future of Us” is executive produced by Oprah Winfrey and Josh Tyrangiel of Backstory Partners. The special aims to provide viewers with a meaningful understanding of AI and encourage them to engage in one of the most critical global discussions of the 21st century.
