941: Is Responsible AI Possible? with Dr. Sarah Bird of Microsoft

This Syntax podcast episode features an interview between Scott and Dr. Sarah Bird, Chief Product Officer of Responsible AI at Microsoft. Dr. Bird discusses her background in systems and machine learning, leading to her current role in responsible AI. She emphasizes that responsible AI is about humans being responsible in developing, deploying, and using AI technology. The conversation covers the role of individual developers in ensuring responsible AI, addressing security and privacy concerns, the viability of local AI tools, and the systemic risks and concerns surrounding AI's impact on jobs. Dr. Bird also touches on the importance of human accountability and the evolving role of humans in the loop, and the growing career path in responsible AI. She concludes with her "sick pick," which is Japanese pottery.