Dr. Caleb Sponheim, a user experience specialist at Nielsen Norman Group and former computational neuroscientist, discusses the potential for AI to redistribute power and address social inequalities. He shares insights from his background in neuroscience and quantitative research, and how they apply to his current work in UX. The conversation explores the current state of AI applications in design workflows, the challenges and opportunities of AI tools, and the future of open-source AI models. Listeners will gain practical tips for integrating AI into their workflows and the importance of staying updated in this rapidly evolving field. 00:00 Introduction to Socially Conscious AI 01:02 Meet Dr. Caleb Sponheim 01:41 Caleb's Background in Computational Neuroscience 02:58 From Neuroscience to AI 04:48 The Evolution of Neural Networks 07:39 The UX Perspective on AI 08:20 Brain-Computer Interfaces and UX Challenges 18:26 Practical AI Applications in UX 21:48 Current State of AI in UX Design 24:07 AI Tools in Design: General Applications 24:57 Challenges with Current AI Design Tools 27:00 Evaluating AI's Fit in Workflows 28:42 Personal Experiences with AI in Design 35:39 Goblin Tools: A Handy AI Resource 39:01 Teaching AI in UX Design 44:34 Future of AI in Design and Beyond 49:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts —- To learn more about about Caleb and Nielsen Norman Group, visit nngroup.com or follow Caleb on LinkedIn. Find us on X, Instagram, and check out our website for more episodes at SociallyConsciousAI.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. Your support helps others discover the show!