AI Today Podcast Explores Artificial Intelligence Adoption in US Government
A special crossover episode between Last Week in AI and the AI Today Podcast highlights the challenges and progress of AI implementation across US state and federal agencies.
A special crossover episode between Last Week in AI and the AI Today Podcast highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in the US government. Hosts Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer join the show to cut through the AI hype and discuss real-world applications, focusing specifically on how various government agencies implement these advanced technologies.
The episode explores significant challenges in federal AI adoption, featuring insights from key government figures. Listeners hear from Justin Marsico, Chief Data Officer at the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, and Neil Chaudhry, who discusses the AI Center of Excellence within the US General Services Administration.
State-level AI initiatives also take center stage during the discussion. The podcast features interviews with Joy Bonaguro, Chief Data Officer for the State of California, and Dorman Bazzell, Chief Data Officer of North Dakota, to provide a comprehensive look at how local governments leverage data and AI to improve public services.