BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Whiting Library - ECPv6.15.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Whiting Library
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Whiting Library
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T193414
CREATED:20260324T200457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T200457Z
UID:12038-1778594400-1778598000@www.whitinglibrary.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talks: How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR LIVE EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/156118/register \nWATCH RECORDING AFTER EVENT HERE: https://libraryc.org/whitinglibrary/archive \nJoin us May 12th at 2 PM online for a timely conversation on AI\, humanity\, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming as we discuss her new book\, Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers\, Build Better People.  \nIn Robot-Proof\, Dr. Vivienne Ming helps readers grasp the ugly and the amazing of how individuals\, companies\, and societies will respond to the changes that are already taking hold due to the advent of AI. Robot-Proof is a book about people\, exploring what it means to be human in an increasingly automated world. \nThis book presents\, then answers\, pressing questions that readers may or may not have thought to themselves\, such as: \n\nWhat predicts long-term life outcomes across millions of little kids?\nWhy is the Informational-Exploration Paradox the most terrifying phenomenon you’ve never heard of?\nWhat predicts the smartest team and how will AI change it?\nWhy are ill-posed problems the future work\, education\, and a robot-proof humanity?\n\nWith poignant insight and delicate care to keep us grounded in the human perspective\, Robot-Proof is an entertaining and thought-provoking read for all individuals seeking to understand the next steps in a new and completely unprecedented world. \nRegister today to take part in the discussion! \nJoin us LIVE for a chance to win a copy of Vivienne’s book\, Robot-Proof! The giveaway link will be in the Resources area under the broadcast screen during the live event. Please ensure you are watching on your library’s webpage for the chance to participate.  \nAbout the Author: \nDr. Vivienne Ming explores maximizing human capacity as a theoretical neuroscientist\, delusional inventor\, and demented Author. Over her career she’s founded 7 startups\, been chief scientist at 2 others\, and founded The Human Trust\, a philanthropic data trust and “mad science incubator” building a foundation model for human development. She co-founded Possibility Sciences to advance scientific discovery via massive scale hybrid intelligence. She also develops AI tools for learning at home and in school\, models of bias in hiring and promotion\, and neurotechnologies for dementia\, TBI\, and postpartum depression. \nIn her free time\, Vivienne designs AI systems to treat her son’s diabetes\, predict manic episodes in bipolar sufferers\, and reunite orphan refugees with extended family members. For relaxation\, she writes science fiction and spends time with her wife and children. \nVivienne was named one of “10 Women to Watch in Tech” by Inc. Magazine and one of the BBC’s 100 Women in 2017. She is featured frequently for her research and inventions in The Financial Times\, The Atlantic\, Quartz Magazine and The New York Times. \n 
URL:https://www.whitinglibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talks-how-to-robot-proof-your-kids-and-yourself-with-dr-vivienne-ming/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Book Discussion,Families
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR