Jordan Harrod

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The video announces the kickoff of the AI IRL live course on February 21, 2026, a one‑hour session that will disappear after 24 hours. The program is capped at twenty participants to foster intimate, small‑group dialogue and will explore the theme “people who are stressed about AI.” Organizers highlight the tension many feel between leveraging AI for productivity—coding assistance, workplace mandates—and the anxiety generated by deep‑fakes, hyper‑real generative video models, and environmental concerns. The curriculum promises practical, human‑focused strategies, weekly Circle group chats, and real‑world outreach activities designed to build AI literacy while alleviating stress. The host cites vivid examples: a deep‑fake of Donald Trump manipulating civil‑rights attorneys, Bite Gance’s ultra‑realistic video model, and AI’s impact on water systems. He also stresses that the course will avoid boring PowerPoint decks, instead encouraging participants to share experiences and co‑create discussion topics. Financial barriers are addressed through a sliding‑scale option for those in hardship. For professionals navigating an AI‑saturated landscape, the course offers a rare blend of community support, actionable coping techniques, and up‑to‑date insights. Limited seats create urgency, while the emphasis on peer‑to‑peer interaction positions the program as a catalyst for sustained AI literacy and stress management.