Artificial Intelligence & Latter-day Saints | An Interview with Bennett Borden

Bennett Borden is a lawyer and the chief data scientist of a large international law firm. He has made significant contributions to the field of AI governance and algorithmic bias testing, has extensive experience in the U.S. intelligence community, and is a trusted AI counsel to major generative AI companies and dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Bennett is a graduate of George Mason and New York Universities, and earned his juris doctorate from Georgetown University.

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This podcast features a discussion on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the faith tradition of Latter-day Saints. Guest Bennett Borden, an AI lawyer, delves into the topic and explores the transformative nature of AI, comparing it to the advent of electricity in terms of disruption and transformation.

Bennett explains the difference between classical AI and generative AI, highlighting the potential of generative AI in various applications, including education and healthcare. The conversation touches on the ethical considerations of AI, such as deep fakes, and the need for regulation to prevent misuse.

The discussion also delves into the implications of AI on content creation, creativity, and community dynamics within the church. Bennett emphasizes the importance of using AI as a tool to enhance human creativity and connection, while also being mindful of its potential negative impacts on mental health and social interactions.

00:05:30 – Overview of Artificial Intelligence

00:11:38 – Understanding Classical AI vs. Generative AI

00:17:35 – Potential Impacts of AI on Latter-day Saints

00:23:52 – Church Guidelines on Artificial Intelligence

00:26:50 – Disclosure and Responsibility in AI Content Creation

00:33:34 – Discussion on Deepfakes and Their Implications

00:38:13 – Impact of AI on Content Creation and Creativity

00:43:13 – Emphasis on Community and Human Connection in Church Experience

00:45:06 – Concerns about AI Manipulation and the Loneliness Epidemic

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