Preparing for the AI Age: A Guide for Christian Families

Refining Rhetoric with Robert Bortins

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Everyone's talking about AI replacing jobs, but here's what they're missing: the real danger isn't AI taking over—it's our children never learning to think for themselves. Classical education might just be the key to thriving in an AI-dominated world. In this thought-provoking episode of Refining Rhetoric, host Robert Bortins dives deep into artificial intelligence and its implications for families, education, and society. With the Trump administration pushing AI as a solution to national debt and economic challenges, Robert examines both the promises and perils of this technological revolution. From data privacy concerns and the staggering energy demands of AI infrastructure to its potential impact on childhood development and learning, Robert offers a balanced perspective on navigating this new landscape. He shares practical insights on when and how to use AI tools effectively while emphasizing why the struggle of learning remains irreplaceable. This episode is essential listening for parents wondering how AI will affect their children's education and future opportunities, offering both warnings and wisdom for the road ahead.

Key Topics Covered:

The Trump administration's AI strategy and national security implications
Data privacy, intellectual property, and energy infrastructure challenges
AI in education: personalized learning vs. relationship-based teaching
Why experts benefit from AI while novices suffer
Practical guidelines for using AI tools safely and effectively
The irreplaceable value of struggle and the learning journey
How classical education prepares students for an AI-integrated world

This episode of Refining Rhetoric is sponsored by the Classical Learning Cohort:

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