In this episode of The Human Protocol, host Mykel Salomon sits down with Harvard trained social scientist and technologist Alexandra Samuel to explore a fresh take on AI at work, one that skips the fear and the hype. Alexandra shares how the technology finally caught up to a prediction she made 30 years ago, why the real story of AI is about people and economics rather than the tools themselves, and how the neurodiversity movement offers a powerful lens for understanding our own strengths. The conversation gets refreshingly honest about the pull of AI, from late night vibe coding sessions to the strange joy of doing twelve things at once, and lands on practical habits for staying grounded, embodied, and true to yourself. If you have ever wondered how to use AI as a real collaborator without losing what makes you human, this one is for you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why the biggest questions about AI are about economics and human behavior, not the technology itself
How to find your "off center" human skills, the places where you sit far from the middle of the curve and can't be replaced by a machine
What the neurodiversity movement teaches all of us about working with different kinds of brains and thinking styles
How AI can pull you out of your body and why that embodied awareness matters for creativity and well-being
Three simple habits for a healthier relationship with AI: set a clear intention, notice what is happening in your body, and pack your week with real human connection
What Alexandra wants policymakers to actually do before making decisions about the future of AI

Connect with Alexandra Samuel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/awsamuel/
Website: https://www.alexandrasamuel.com/

Connect with Mykel Salomon
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mykelsalomon/
Website: https://thehumanprotocolgroup.com/