In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny Garrett OBE and Leah-Sunshine Garrett sit down with Jazz Rasool to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of coaching. Jazz emphasises the need for wisdom in technology, placing ethics, cultural diversity, and humanity at the core of AI adoption. The conversation dives into digital literacy, the role of AI in empowering people, and how it can foster both self-collaboration and collective flourishing. Together, they reimagine a future where AI isn’t just about smarter machines, but about creating a more human-centric world.

Find Jazz here:

https://linkedin.com/in/jazzrasool

Keywords: AI, coaching, ethics, diversity, mental health, digital literacy, empowerment, humanity, collaboration, future of AI summary

AI is transforming coaching — but can it stay human?

In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny Garrett and Leah Garrett sit down with Sam Samarasinghe, founder of Delenta, to explore how AI is making coaching more inclusive, accessible, and diverse.

Discover how technology can match clients with the right coach, tackle bias, and build trust — without losing the empathy that makes coaching powerful. From human-centered AI design to real stories from the coaching world, this is a must-listen for anyone in tech, coaching, or diversity and inclusion.

If you care about the future of coaching, the role of AI, and creating equity through innovation — hit play now.

Please find below links for Delenta's and the socials:

• Website: https://www.delenta.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delenta/?viewAsMember=true
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DelentaCoaching
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delentacoaching/

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In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny and Leah are joined by Dr. Mona Ashok, an academic and researcher who’s all about making sure AI works for people, not against them. Together, they dive into the roots of AI (spoiler: it’s been around since the 1950s!), the ethical questions we really need to be asking, and why diverse voices in AI governance aren't just a nice-to-have—they're essential.

Mona shares her insights on how AI can actually support better decision-making and improve the workplace—but only if it’s done right. That means including underrepresented voices, staying aware of bias, and building a future where AI enhances, not replaces, human judgment.

If you’re curious about how AI can be ethical and inclusive, or you want to know what responsible AI adoption looks like in real workplaces, this one’s not to be missed.

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What happens when AI meets DEI in the workplace? In this episode, we’re joined by Dan Gallagher from Avanade, who breaks down how AI can support inclusive recruitment if we get the governance and human instinct right. We talk privilege, power, and why middle managers deserve more support than they’re getting. From hiring bias to legal roadblocks, Dan shares practical insights on how organisations can level up their diversity efforts without losing the human touch.

Tune in if you’re into real talk about responsible AI, equity in hiring, and how to make workplace culture actually inclusive—not just performative.

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In this episode of AI for Equity, Leah and Jenny chat with Varun Bhanot, founder of Magic AI, about how his own health journey sparked the idea for a super accessible, AI-powered personal training platform. We dive into how Reflect AI uses computer vision to give real-time workout feedback, why inclusivity matters in fitness tech, and how Magic AI is helping people—especially beginners and folks from underrepresented communities—get moving without breaking the bank.

From busting barriers like cost and geography to sharing stories of real impact, Varun gets real about the role of AI in wellness and why human connection still matters. Oh—and he drops some gems on pushing past imposter syndrome in entrepreneurship too.

If you’re into fitness, tech, or just love a good founder story, this one's for you.

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In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny Garrett and Leah Garrett chat with Dr Pauldy Otermans about how AI is helping to close global gaps in education and employment. They explore how tech like Edge AI can boost learning in places with limited internet access, and how personalised learning powered by AI can build real employability skills — no matter where you are.

Dr Otermans also breaks down why AI literacy matters, how we can reduce bias in AI systems, and what developers and organisations can do to make sure AI is genuinely human-focused. From data privacy to workplace inclusion and the skills we’ll all need in the future, it’s a lively and practical discussion about how to make AI work for everyone.

If you're into education, tech, policy — or just curious about how AI is changing the world — this one’s for you.

Contact Pauldy below:

Otermans Institute:

Website: https://www.portfolio.oiedu.co.uk/

Our campaign in Kenya: https://www.portfolio.oiedu.co.uk/oi-lead-campaign

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oiedu/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oiedu19/

X: https://twitter.com/Otermans_Edu

TeddyAI:Website:https://www.teddyai.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teddyai_official/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teddyai_official

Keywords: AI, equity, global talent development, personalised learning, employability, Edge AI, data privacy, AI bias, AI literacy, neurodiversity, future of work.

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In this thought-provoking episode of AI for Equity, Jenny Garrett and Leah Garrett chat with Rod Brown about how artificial intelligence and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) can work together to shake up the workplace for the better.

Rod draws on his time at Xerox and his current work in AI and DEI to introduce the idea of AI as a cognitive partner – a kind of thinking sidekick that helps organisations better recognise people’s contributions and build more human-centred ways of managing performance.

They dive into the ethics of AI tracking, why contributive value matters, and how tech can drive inclusion when guided by the right values. Rod explains how AI can boost creativity, improve workplace safety, and support growth – helping to make work more meaningful and fair for everyone.

Whether you’re in tech, leadership or working in DEI, this episode’s packed with fresh ideas and real-world insight into the future of work.

Keywords: AI, DEI, diversity, performance management, human valuation, organisational growth, ethics, workplace innovation, contributive value, technology and inclusion.

Connect with Rod:
linkedin.com/in/rodney-a-brown-7442404

In this episode, Leah and Jenny, along with Erica Farmer dive into the evolving role of AI in the workplace, exploring how it can empower—not replace—human intelligence. They unpack the gender disparities in AI adoption and the barriers faced by women and non-binary individuals, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and empathy in tech-driven environments. From dispelling common AI misconceptions to highlighting its potential in supporting mental wellness, the conversation centers on creating equitable and human-centric workplaces. Whether you're curious about AI's impact on job security or how organizations can better engage employees in digital transformation, this episode offers insightful, practical guidance for shaping the future of work.

Erica Farmer LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericafarmer/

Erica's TedX Talk - Reforming Education with a Digital First Mindset - https://youtu.be/DpPw1LjVAfU?si=WgEAB_p3SbE185aV

AI upskilling services - https://quantumrise.co.uk/services/ai-for-the-average-joe/

AI blogs and thought leadership - https://quantumrise.co.uk/thought-pieces/

AI for the Average Joe podcast show on YouTube - https://quantumrise.co.uk/ai-for-the-average-joe-podcast/