The fourth episode of the podcast series Black Box, first broadcast on 14 March 2024, examines two stories about how artificial intelligence could improve the world – and is already doing so. The episode is being re-released during Today in Focus's summer break, ahead of season two's launch in early September.
AI answers in Montana
In Montana, Lee Johnson turned to AI after his wife, Yokie, was diagnosed with cancer. He was surprised by the answers he received from the technology.
Early detection in Massachusetts
Meanwhile, in Massachusetts, Prof Regina Barzilay's own experience with cancer led her to develop an AI system capable of detecting the disease years before a human can. The episode highlights these real-world applications of AI in healthcare.
Today in Focus will return with new episodes from 1 September, while Black Box season two is set to launch in early September.
