Episode 16

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12th Jun 2025

Human Intelligence First: Rethinking Education, Leadership & AI

In this transformative episode of Empowered by AI, we welcome Michelle Ament, a visionary in education leadership, the Chief Academic Officer at ProSolve and the Co-President of The Human Intelligence Movement.

Michelle shares how her work at the intersection of education, leadership, and AI is redefining what it means to prepare the next generation, not just to adapt to the future, but to shape it. We discuss why AI literacy is not enough, the urgent need to center human intelligence in our systems, and how women can reclaim their voices in the AI revolution. This episode is a must-listen for educators, change agents, and entrepreneurs looking to build ethical, human-centered frameworks for innovation in an AI-powered world.

⏱️ Timestamped Episode Highlights:

00:02:35 – Michelle’s spark: curiosity, connection, and the purpose of education

00:06:48 – From leader to learner: rethinking educational leadership in an AI age

00:10:15 – Human intelligence vs. artificial intelligence: complementary, not competitive

00:13:40 – What’s broken in current education models—and how AI could help

00:18:25 – A call for systems built around adaptability, not rigidity

00:22:58 – Creating courageous spaces for students and teachers

00:27:16 – The mindset shift needed for AI literacy and human capacity-building

00:32:10 – “Unlearning” as a tool for transformation

00:36:45 – The future of personalized learning with ethical AI integration

00:40:12 – Michelle’s dream for the next generation of education leaders

00:45:03 – What’s next for Michelle and The Human Intelligence Movement

Michelle Ament brings both empathy and strategy to the table as she encourages us to think bigger, not just about what we can do with AI, but about who we can become with it. This episode will shift your thinking about education, innovation, and the power of human intelligence to drive lasting, ethical change.

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