7 Oct 2026 03:00
The Hidden Cost of AI: Creativity and the Future of Human Work with AI Philosopher Aleksandra Przegalińska
On this week’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms and Data, Emily Capodilupo sits down with Philosopher and AI Researcher Aleksandra Przegalińska to explore what happens when humans and AI collaborate. Drawing on her research on human-AI interaction, Przegalińska examines how AI can reshape productivity, creativity, education, and the future of work. This episode addresses real concerns over AI establishing diminished creative ownership, growing sameness of content, and skill atrophy in the way we work and communicate. Przegalińska illustrates the human-AI connection as something that has the potential to grow everyday capabilities, but warns that it doesn't necessarily mean less work or stress. The conversation makes a case for the use of AI by keeping humans at the center through thoughtful delegation of tasks, allowing organizations to embrace AI while keeping that important human touch. (00:39) Aleksandra Przegalińska and the Philosophy of AI
(01:54) Defining the Human AI Interaction
(05:42) Research on The Human Experience of AI
(07:37) Trust, Rebellion, and Adopting AI
(12:11) The Productivity Paradox of AI
(16:08) How To Keep Human Joy In Your Workflows
(17:16) The Founder Study: Ideation vs Execution with AI
(19:39) Researching AI Development and Pace of Adoption
(22:44) The Skills That Need To Stay Human
(25:23) AI Rebellion: Why Teens Are Pushing Back Against AI
(30:03) Writing with AI: Concerns About Authenticity
(32:41) AI Use Case for Non-Native English Speakers
(38:52) Importance of Human Judgement and Review of AI
(41:05) Advice For Leaders: Is AI Beneficial For Growth?
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