Buzzed HR - AI Apocalypse

Is AI about to wipe out jobs, crash the economy, and leave us all wearing tinfoil hats? Or is this just the next chapter in a long history of technological disruption? In the first episode of Buzzed HR, hosts Marnie Robbins, Sri Chellappa, and Coreyne Woodman-Holoubek dive into the idea of an “AI apocalypse.” Inspired by the 2028 Global Intelligence Crisis theory, the conversation explores whether AI agents could eliminate millions of jobs, disrupt SaaS companies, and fundamentally reshape the economy. But here’s the twist: humanity has been through technological upheaval before. From the agricultural revolution to automation and outsourcing, every wave of innovation has destroyed some jobs—but also created entirely new ones. In this episode, we discuss: • The “AI apocalypse” theory and the 2028 prediction • Why companies built on monetizing human friction may struggle in an AI world • How AI agents could replace knowledge work and software features • Whether 30% unemployment is realistic • Why entrepreneurship and new job categories may emerge • The future of HR in an agent-powered workplace Plus: tinfoil hats, ghost GDP, and the surprisingly big question about the future of purposeful work. Buzzed HR is a weekly show where HR, tech, and AI collide—with sharp opinions, practical insights, and the occasional slightly unhinged take on the future of work. New episodes live Thursdays at 3PM CT. Sponsored by Engagedly and the Progressive HR Brand Partnerships Network. If you have a topic you want us to tackle in a future episode, drop it in the comments.