Episode 3

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26th Aug 2025

From Imposter Syndrome to Impact: Kee Jones on Trauma, Tech, and Authentic Leadership

Welcome back to Empowered by AI, the podcast for women entrepreneurs ready to harness AI and lead boldly. In this episode, I sit down with Kee Jones—certified trauma life coach, educator, and fierce advocate for women in tech. Kee shares her journey from trauma recovery to AI leadership, and why representation in these spaces is non-negotiable.

[00:02:00] Falling in and out of love with AI tools

Kee talks about her playful “breakups” with ChatGPT and why she prefers Claude, Perplexity, and Poe for her work.

[00:03:00] RESET: Turning pain into purpose


How Kee’s trauma recovery work with her organization RESET helps both women and men release old wounds, find healing, and move forward.

[00:06:00] Representation isn’t optional


Kee describes the moment that solidified her commitment to AI: watching kids’ faces light up when she introduced them to its possibilities—and why Black women must be at the table shaping this future.

[00:08:00] Walking in belonging


Why shrinking yourself isn’t the answer, and how Kee helps women step into spaces where they’ve historically been underrepresented.

[00:09:30] The skills that matter


Kee’s advice on what technical and non-technical skills to focus on first if you’re entering AI, plus why ethical awareness is a must-have.

[00:11:00] Bias isn’t a glitch—it’s our responsibility


Kee explains why women must be both builders and watchdogs when it comes to AI systems.

[00:13:00] Everyday users matter


How the prompts we type and the language we choose can reshape AI systems—and why your voice has more power than you think.

[00:15:00] From imposter to impact


Kee shares the mindset shift that allowed her to stop asking for permission and start asking: Who can I help today?

[00:16:30] A story of empowerment


How mentoring a “non-tech” woman to write a song with AI completely changed her confidence and creativity.

[00:19:00] What’s next for RESET (and Kee’s new podcast!)


Kee announces her upcoming podcast Kee It Real—a hub where mental health, equity, and AI collide.

Kee reminds us that AI is powerful, fast-moving, and yes—robust—but without caring for our mental health, we risk burning out. Her message: Always put yourself first, and keep it real.


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Empowered by AI
Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way
Empowered by AI is the go-to podcast for women entrepreneurs and leaders who are ready to harness AI, no tech background required. Hosted by Michelle Muncy-Silva, founder of Innovative AI Studio and Executive Director of She Leads AI Academy, this show spotlights trailblazing women who are not just using AI; they're demanding a seat at the table in shaping it. From practical tools to ethical frameworks, every episode delivers real talk and actionable strategies for women building businesses and leading boldly in the age of AI. Whether you're automating your workflows, building a standout brand, or navigating the intersection of AI and equity, this is your community. Each episode features conversations with women at the forefront of AI and entrepreneurship, plus the tools, strategies, and stories you can put into practice immediately. We explore AI-enhanced storytelling, using AI to streamline and scale, and what it looks like when women lead the AI revolution on their own terms. Every episode ends with one question to our guests: What's next? Empowered by AI — your weekly dose of inspiration, strategy, and community. Hit subscribe and let's build the future together.

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Michelle Muncy-Silva

Michelle Muncy-Silva is an AI educator, innovator, and Executive Director of the She Leads AI Academy. She is also the founder of Data Parity AI and host of the Empowered by AI podcast. Her work helps educators, founders and institutions use AI with clarity, ethics, and purpose. With a background in curriculum design and human-centered data practices, Michelle makes emerging technologies practical and accessible for non-technical leaders.