Cal Newport takes a closer look at recent AI news.
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Below are the questions covered in today’s episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.
OPENING:
– Is AI stealing entry-level jobs? [1:29]
MAIN STORY:
– Torsten Slok essay [3:06]
CONCLUSION:
– AI is not stealing entry-level jobs now [11:32]
YOUTUBE TITLE
– Is AI Stealing Entry-Level Jobs? (Economists Doubt It) | AI Reality Check
LINKS:
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https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/ai-entry-level-jobs-graduates-b224d624
https://www.apolloacademy.com/busting-the-ai-youth-unemployment-myth/
https://www.theatlantic.com/economy/2026/04/job-market-artificial-intelligence/686659/
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