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Women Invest in Women

Women Invest in Women

De: Kwamara Thompson
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2025
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  • Women, AI & The Future: Breaking Bias and Building Connection

    Women, AI & The Future: Breaking Bias and Building Connection
    Jul 28 2025
    The discussion opens with an introduction to Shay, co-founder of Conscious App, a platform designed to bring a human touch to AI technology, particularly within the coaching industry. Shay explains that Conscious App emerged from a shared experience of feeling lost amid today’s complex life choices, exacerbated by decision paralysis due to overwhelming options. Recognizing that AI technology has matured to analyze diverse data points about individuals, Shay and her co-founder Karrin envisioned leveraging AI to help people gain clarity on their life goals while preserving their unique human qualities. Conscious App focuses on collaborating with coaching companies, enabling them to scale their personalized methodologies without forcing them to abandon their unique approaches. The core philosophy is that authenticity and individuality are essential competitive advantages in both personal and business contexts.The Problem of Bias in AIKwamara and Shay quickly pivot to a critical issue: AI systems inherently carry biases. This bias stems not from the AI itself but from the data and algorithms that power it. Shay emphasizes the urgency of addressing these biases before AI scales further, noting that unchecked AI systems risk perpetuating gender and racial inequalities on a massive scale.The conversation highlights two key fears connected to AI: first, that reliance on AI may diminish human connection and compassion; and second, that AI’s outputs reflect the prejudices embedded in the historical data it is trained on. The hosts agree that human connection remains paramount, especially as AI becomes more integrated into daily life, and that technology should enhance—not replace—authentic human relationships.Origins of Bias: Data and AlgorithmsShay explains that AI bias originates primarily from two sources: training data and algorithmic reinforcement. Training data reflects historical societal biases, such as the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles. Algorithmic bias occurs when AI reinforces patterns deemed “successful” based on flawed or skewed data sets, which perpetuates existing societal inequalities. Shay shares alarming statistics, such as facial recognition systems having a 35% error rate for darker-skinned women compared to less than 1% for lighter-skinned men, highlighting the intersection of race and gender biases in AI.Solutions to AI BiasThe conversation turns toward potential solutions to mitigate AI bias. Kwamara and Shay agree that diverse teams are crucial. Representation from women and racial minorities in AI development helps detect and correct biases that homogeneous teams might overlook. Equally important is balancing training data, sometimes through creating synthetic data to offset historical imbalances.Continuous monitoring of algorithmic outputs and applying “debiasing” techniques are also vital. While achieving completely neutral AI outcomes may be impossible, these measures can reduce harmful bias significantly. The Intersection of Human Values and TechnologyKwamara and Shay reflect on the broader existential questions AI raises about what it means to be human. They acknowledge that AI forces society to confront human nature’s light and dark sides, questioning whether technology will amplify positive human traits or deepen existing societal flaws.There is consensus that education and cultural emphasis on human virtues such as empathy, kindness, and purpose must increase to guide AI’s evolution responsibly.The Future of Work and Human FulfillmentThe conversation shifts to how AI might reshape work. Kwamara and Shay discuss the potential to reduce the traditional 40-hour workweek by automating monotonous tasks, freeing people to focus on meaningful, passion-driven work. This shift could enable a healthier life balance, reducing burnout and allowing individuals to contribute positively to their communities.They distinguish between “drudgery” (soul-sucking routine work) and fulfilling work that brings purpose. The discussion touches on societal values, questioning why certain professions (like nursing or education) are undervalued financially despite their importance.Key InsightsAI bias is a reflection of human societal biases embedded in data and algorithms.Diverse development teams and balanced training data are essential to mitigate AI bias.Human connection, empathy, and purpose remain irreplaceable despite technological advances.Transparency, data ownership, and ethical use of AI are critical for trust.AI can potentially reduce monotonous work, allowing humans to focus on meaningful pursuits.Society must reconsider definitions of success and value human-centric skills.Technology’s democratizing power can empower marginalized communities globally.Ongoing conversations, especially involving women in AI, are vital for inclusive innovation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-invest-in-women--6695973/support.
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  • Introduction and Origin Story: A Decade of Collaboration and a Global Movement

    Introduction and Origin Story: A Decade of Collaboration and a Global Movement
    Jul 27 2025
    Founder of Women Invest in Women, Kwamara Thompson and Director, Minister Cat Warren aka Ms. Kitty Rose talk about their journey that started 10 years ago and has now brough them to the global tour, TV show, and podcast, Women Invest in Women.They reflect on a decade of collaboration, turning their shared passion for empowering women into a global movement. From microlending to media production, Women Invest in Women is a platform amplifying diverse voices through storytelling, mentorship, and community-building. With a global tour and TV series, Women Invest in Women celebrates resilience, sisterhood, and the transformative power of women investing in each other. This is more than a movement—it’s a revolutionary call to action for unity, visibility, and lasting impact.(00:00:00 – 00:04:13)The conversation begins with Kwamara and Miss Kitty Rose reflecting on their decade-long business relationship and friendship. Their connection originated over LinkedIn ten years ago when Kwamara was already invested in empowering women through microlending and microgrants to Black and Brown women-owned businesses. Kwamara immediately sensed a strong chemistry with Kitty, which proved true over the years as they supported each other’s careers and missions. Miss Kitty Rose introduces herself as a longtime advocate for Black women and communities, emphasizing the synergy between their companies, shared commitment to empowerment, especially youth and women, and the business-minded approach they maintain even within their friendship. They stress how clear boundaries, honest conversations about contracts, profit sharing, and expectations help sustain their relationship personally and professionally.First connection via LinkedIn sparked a 10-year collaborative relationship.Both women prioritize empowerment, youth advocacy, and community support.Business transparency and communication maintain the health of their partnership.Mutual respect for roles, responsibilities, and clear boundaries reinforce trust.Evolution of Their Work and Media Presence (00:04:14 – 00:10:05)The women discuss their evolution from microlending initiatives to media production, highlighted by Miss Kitty Rose’s one-woman show Girl on Fire and other projects. Kwamara praises Kitty’s growth from email marketing and retail to an award-winning TV personality and producer, underscoring their collaborative spirit and mutual support in navigating the business landscape.They emphasize the importance of elevating the voices of Black women and women of color through media, stressing diversity and the need to challenge monolithic portrayals. This mission is the foundation of Women Investing in Women—a platform built to amplify and celebrate diverse stories, experiences, and leadership of women across communities.Media and storytelling are powerful tools to elevate underrepresented voices.Their collaborative efforts include both profitable and non-profitable projects but remain fueled by purpose.Recognition and awards validate the impact of their platform, positioning it for wider national and global influence.Impact and Recognition of Work (00:10:06 – 00:14:48)Kwamara shares her background of overcoming shyness and finding her voice through teaching, public speaking, and entrepreneurship. She recounts speaking engagements, community work, and how Miami has helped catapult her mission globally. Notably, she speaks about being targeted by online harassment during the pandemic, which she refused to let silence her, instead turning it into a platform-building opportunity.The success of her TV show, with 4.7 million viewers and international reach through streaming platforms like Amazon and Roku, stands as a testament to resilience and purpose-driven activism. She highlights the importance of speaking truth, amplifying voices of others, and using platforms to disrupt systemic silencing, especially of Black women.Overcame personal and systemic challenges including cyber harassment.Grew from local community initiatives to a global social media impact.TV show and planned global tour exemplify commitment to empowerment.Silencing attempts turned into momentum for visibility and influence.Challenges and Strategies in Women’s Business Empowerment (00:14:49 – 00:23:57)Miss Kitty Rose elaborates on the realities women face in entrepreneurship, including subtle resistance, biases, and the sometimes toxic intersections of gender and power dynamics in investment environments. She stresses that women must know how to protect their voices, create safe spaces for vulnerability, and maintain psychological safety within their communities.They discuss the layered challenges women encounter balancing business and personal life, including mental health, family responsibilities, and relationship boundaries, particularly when intermixing work and personal time. Both advocate for clear negotiation, intentional collaboration, and transparent communication as ...
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