About this episode

Cal Fussman explores two contrasting futures regarding the value of humanity versus the utility of intelligence in the workforce.

One future says the most human people win. The other says your job costs too much. Gary Vaynerchuk believes that as we become more "AI-ed out," the most human brands and people will dominate. Citrini Research predicts something far colder: Within two years, a Claude agent may do the work of a $180,000 product manager for $200 a month. And when that happens? The top 10% may control over half of all consumer spending. So which future is real? The one where humanity becomes more valuable? Or the one where intelligence becomes a utility? Cal gives you a closer look at both.

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