In this episode of the AI-Empowered Mom Podcast, host Sarah Dooley is joined by Kate Telge, founder of Maiven Collective, a community helping women confidently explore and adopt AI on their own terms. Kate shares her own winding path into tech, the realities of working at Meta during the rise of AI, and the gender adoption gap that inspired her to create Maiven Collective.

Together, they unpack why so many women feel behind in AI, the cultural and psychological barriers that get in the way, and how community can help overcome them. Kate also explains the origin of the term “AI slop,” how she’s using AI for skincare and holiday cards, and why she believes no one is behind. Rather, we’re all learning together in real time.

Whether you’re already experimenting with AI or still wondering where to begin, this episode offers real talk, relatable stories, and tangible encouragement to start where you are.