It continues to be a wild world on the internet. Social platforms have become the backdrop of our real lives. We live in hybrid spaces between our phones and the “real” world. And while we know social media has the power to connect us and broaden our perspectives, it’s also the stage from which harmful trends, predatory behavior and mental health challenges can emerge. This affects all of us, but teenagers are especially susceptible.  In this episode, I’m joined by Vice President and Global Head of Safety at Meta, Antigone Davis, to discuss Meta’s recent launch of Teen Accounts. We discuss how the company is prioritizing teen safety on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, and how parents are part of the solution for creating a safer online experience for their children. We cover how to reset our algorithms, filter out problematic messages, and the coordination it will take between tech companies and governments to ensure continued safety for teenagers and children online.  Topics Covered:How teen social media use has evolved over the past decade.The built-in protections of Meta’s Teen Accounts and how teenagers are reacting.What parents can do to protect their children on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.What Meta is doing to address harmful content, privacy risks, and real-time broadcasting. About Antigone Davis: Antigone Davis is Meta’s VP and Global Head of Safety, overseeing safety efforts across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, and Messenger. Antigone has been at Meta for a decade, has a background in law and a deep understanding of the challenges surrounding online safety, digital rights, and content moderation. Her work at Meta focuses on improving the safety policies and tools that help protect users from harmful content and interactions on social media. Follow The Intersect:  Theintersectshow.com  Instagram TikTok YouTube Newsletter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is work just something we endure for a paycheck? Or could it be something more? As AI takes on a bigger presence in all aspects of life, how can it elevate our professional lives to … dare we say it … make work fun? In this episode, I’m joined by @bperreau – founder and CEO of a new AI-powered leadership product called Parafoil – and Bree Groff – author of the newly released, Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously). We explore how to make the future of work bright.   Topics Covered:How AI can help us be more effective leaders?How to build a personal AI coach ethicallyThe power of “cozy teams” at work and how to nurture oneHow to find joy in work even if we dislike parts of our jobs About Ben Perreau: Ben Perreau is the founder and CEO of Parafoil, where he’s pioneering ‘leadership bionics’ — combining cognitive science and AI to help managers rapidly evolve into exceptional leaders. Before Parafoil, Ben was a journalist and a product and strategy leader, guiding teams through transformations at startups and global companies. He’s dedicated his career to building products and cultures that blend vision, humanity, and measurable impact. Outside of work, Ben’s a lifelong music and food lover who believes leadership should feel as human as it is ambitious. Follow Ben Perreau on Instagram, LinkedIn and X. Join the waitlist at Parafoil.co  About Bree Groff: Bree Groff is the author of the new release, Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously). She is a speaker and consultant and has guided executives at companies including Google, Pfizer, Calvin Klein, Atlassian, Hilton, and many others. She was formerly a Partner at SYPartners, the CEO of NOBL Collective, and holds a masters in Learning and Organizational Change from Northwestern University. Follow Bree Groff on Instagram, Substack, and LinkedIn. Check out her new release Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously)! Follow The Intersect:  Theintersectshow.com  Instagram TikTok YouTube Newsletter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do we know if our group chats are private? Does using a platform like iMessage, WhatsApp or Google Messenger protect what we say? Or can tech companies or governments access our messages and even monetize this data?  The answers are complicated. In today’s episode with Udbhav Tiwari, Signal's VP of Strategy and Global Affairs, we explore the intersection of privacy, strategy, and the role of AI in reshaping communication. Signal is a private messaging app that ensures users can text without being tracked, monitored, or shown ads. Used by hundreds of millions of people including journalists, whistleblowers, governments and activists, it may be the gold standard of private digital communication. So should we all migrate our chats to Signal? Let’s explore that. Especially as we share more of ourselves with AI, truly private spaces online are becoming increasingly rare.  Topics Covered:How can we best protect our privacy when it comes to messages and group chats? What does safety and privacy look like within surveillance capitalism?Is it possible to use third party AI agents and still have privacy?A look at Signalgate and the role of Signal in upholding user privacy. About Udbhav Tiwari:  Udbhav Tiwari is Signal's VP for Strategy and Global Affairs, driving the project's public affairs and other external engagements. Prior to this, he worked at the Director for Global Product Policy at Mozilla and the public policy team at Google. Follow Udbhav Tiwari on LinkedIn @udbhav-tiwari. Follow The Intersect:  Theintersectshow.com  Instagram TikTok YouTube Newsletter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The culture of work is in transformation as AI is reshaping the job search for both applicants and hiring managers. Chatbots are writing resumes, robots conducting first-round interviews and hiring managers are navigating the complexities of AI  automation bias in application screening.  So as humans, what can we do to stand out amidst a sea of candidates, and how can we continue to define our company cultures? In this episode, I’m joined by Daisy Auger-Dominguez, a global c-suite executive, strategist, author and keynote speaker who’s held leadership roles at major companies including Google and Disney. With decades of experience guiding workplace culture through change, Daisy offers insights into the fast-shifting landscape of hiring and recruitment in the age of AI. We discuss how job seekers can use AI to enhance their applications without losing what makes them unique, and how recruiters can stay attuned to the nuances that machines often miss. Topics Covered:AI has made the hiring process faster, but at what cost?Are resumes still relevant in an AI-saturated job market?The cover letter may be more important than ever beforeHow to future-proof your career How we can use AI as an assistant, but not as an author About Daisy Auger-Dominguez:  Daisy Auger-Dominguez is a global c-suite executive, strategist, author and keynote speaker helping organizations lead with purpose, people, and performance at the center. As CEO of Auger-Domínguez Ventures, she partners with Fortune 500s, startups, and mission-driven organizations — in-house as a Chief People Officer or as an advisor — to build high-trust, inclusive and resilient teams, shape vibrant cultures and operations, and craft systems that thrive in times of change. Follow Daisy Auger-Dominguez on Instagram @daisyaugerdominguez, LinkedIn @daisyaugerdominguez, TikTok @daisyaugerdominguez and YouTube. Follow The Intersect:  Theintersectshow.com  Instagram TikTok YouTube Newsletter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I’m joined by Jacqueline Raich, CEO and founder of Primer – a beauty-tech startup designing a smart mirror powered by AI.

I’m joined by Kaamna Bhojwani, a certified sexologist and researcher, and one of the leading voices at the intersection of technology and human intimacy.

I’m joined by Kat Tenbarge, an award-winning journalist who has been covering online harassment of women since the early days of deepfakes.

Maia and I dive into what’s going on in our brains when we experience love, and how like drugs, shopping and other vices, we can actually become addicted to it.

This episode of The Intersect unpacks the hidden risks of sharing our most private thoughts with AI, as Taylor Lorenz, and Dr. Jennifer King explore what online privacy really means and how we can protect ourselves before it’s too late.

In this episode of The Intersect, I’m joined by Dr. Hamsa Bastani -- an Associate Professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania -- and Kristina Peterson -- a longtime high school English teacher and author of AI in the Writing Workshop – to discuss the ways that AI is transforming our education system.

In this episode of The Intersect, I sit down with Lila Shroff, an assistant editor at The Atlantic who covers technology, science, health and culture.Together we explore how AI is rapidly shaping the habits, experiences and worldviews of Gen Z, and how AI companies are diligently working to attract 18-24 year olds and convert them to loyal customers.

In this episode of The Intersect, I sit down with Joanna Peña-Bickley, co-founder and CEO of Vibes AI. We explore where technology meets our most human needs and concerns, and discuss how AI can support brain health to help us age with dignity.

In this episode of The Intersect I am joined by Aidan Walker -- a writer, internet culture researcher and the creator of the substack How to Do Things with Memes -- to discuss how culture isn’t created for us but by us.

In this episode of The Intersect, Cory Corrine sits down with Katherine "KVJ" von Jan, veteran of big tech and co-founder/CEO of Tough Day, a company that’s built something quite remarkable: Tuffy, an AI-powered workplace resilience coach.

In this episode Cory Corrine by Cody Delistraty -- journalist, culture critic and author of The Grief Cure: Looking for the End of Loss, published by Harper -- to explore how grief, memory and mourning are being reshaped by technology in ways we are only beginning to understand.

In this premiere episode of The Intersect Cory CorrineI sits down with Katie Drummond -- Global Editorial Director of WIRED -- to unpack one of the most urgent but under-examined realities of the last decade: the quiet erosion of journalism at the hands of AI and automation.

In this episode of The Intersect Cory Corrine sits down with Natalie Monbiot -- Founder of The Virtual Human Economy -- to explore one of the most profound shifts underway: the rise of AI-powered digital twins, and what it means for the future of identity, work and human flourishing.

The Intersect is a new show about how technology, media and culture are not just shaping our world but more than ever, reconstructing our realities in real time.