We're Only Human · 2026-01-12 · 38 min
Join host Ben Eubanks for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Cari Miller about one of the most pressing questions in today's workplace: When does using AI cross the line from productivity tool to cheating? From academic integrity to job applications and workplace performance, they explore the blurred boundaries of AI usage and what it means for workers, employers, and the future of work. This episode tackles the double standards, ethical dilemmas, and practical realities of AI adoption in hiring and beyond. Timestamps Episode Topics & Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction & Guest Background 0:50 - Dr. Cari Miller's Research on AI & Worker Impacts 3:00 - Academic Integrity vs. AI Literacy Debate 5:00 - Defining AI "Cheating" in Education 5:40 - Domain Knowledge & Copyright Considerations 6:50 - Spell Check Analogy: Tools vs. Cheating 11:00 - The Hiring Double Standard 12:30 - Should We Test Candidates on AI Skills? 13:50 - 61% of Jobs Don't Match Interview Descriptions 15:20 - The Broken Application Process 17:30 - Emotional Toll of Job Searching 18:00 - Networking & Volunteer Work Strategy 19:40 - Ben's Story: Volunteering to Break Into HR 21:20 - Genuine vs.
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