Shakir Mohamed of DeepMind on the power of deep learning

In this podcast, Shakir Mohamed, a senior staff scientist at DeepMind, shares his inspiring journey from South Africa to his current role. He delves into his work on AI applications in weather forecasting, known as nowcasting, and healthcare, as well as his initiative, the Deep Learning Indaba, aimed at advancing AI development across Africa. Shakir emphasizes the crucial role of generative models in nowcasting and advocates for responsible AI practices that incorporate human perspectives and tackle data biases. He also introduces the idea of "queering" assumptions in AI research to reveal fresh insights and foster greater inclusivity.