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The Best of Our Knowledge

The Best Of Our Knowledge

Regulating AI and a science policy fellowship

By Lucas Willard,

Jody Cowan, Jesse King

Published November 27, 2023 at 3:00 PM EST

George Berg, College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity. — George Berg, College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity.

On this episode of The Best of Our Knowledge: President Biden in October issued an executive order on artificial intelligence. We’ll unpack the order meant to mitigate the risks of the technology.
A new fellowship aims to bring scientists and researchers into state government.
And an exhibit at Vassar College highlights the personal papers of a renowned 20^th Century poet.

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Lucas Willard

Lucas Willard is the Executive Producer of WAMC's Northeast Notebook. After joining the station in 2011, Lucas has held several titles at WAMC, including Berkshire Bureau Chief, Southern Adirondack Bureau Chief, and Assistant News Director.

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Jody Cowan

One of the newest additions to the WAMC team, Jody Cowan has a naturally curious approach to media production and strong passion for story telling. Jody's work is currently showcased on the shows 51% and The Best of Our Knowledge.

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Jesse King

Jesse King is the host of WAMC's national program on women's issues, "51%," and the station's former Hudson Valley bureau chief. She has also produced episodes of the WAMC podcast "A New York Minute In History."

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