Ageism, Layoffs, and Building a Career in the AI Era with Maureen Wiley Clough | Reality Check
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Educational, Talk Show, 27-Apr-2026
Is AI really taking jobs, or is something else going on? This episode of Reality Check features Maureen Wiley Clough and Dave Nicholson diving into the real story behind AI, layoffs, and the shifting workforce. They discuss why some of the panic around AI replacing jobs might be overblown, how ageism still plays a major role in career longevity, and why networking and community matter more than ever. The conversation also explores entrepreneurship, the rise of independent work, and the mental health challenges that come with so much uncertainty. It’s an honest, grounded look at how to stay adaptable and keep moving forward in a rapidly changing world.
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