The Rise of Digital Labor with Jesse Anglen
12 May 2026

The Rise of Digital Labor with Jesse Anglen

The Ai Chicks

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In this episode of The AI Chicks, Lana and Aisha chat with Jesse Anglen, CEO of Rapid Innovation, to break down the rise of AI agents, digital labor, and what businesses are getting wrong about artificial intelligence.

From AI coworkers and autonomous workflows to the evolution of software development, Jesse explains the real difference between chatbots, automations, and true AI agents — and why this shift could completely reshape productivity, hiring, and modern business operations.

Whether you’re a founder, creative, operator, or simply trying to understand where AI is heading next, this conversation offers a practical and eye-opening look at the future of work.

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00:00 Translating ideas for developers

07:57 Introducing Claude Cowork AI Tool

10:58 Understanding AI misinterpretations

17:06 Different levels of software agents

26:35 Automating the naming process

32:28 Using AI in the workplace

38:16 Junior developers embrace AI coding

42:21 AI leveling the playing field

44:20 Using AI to streamline service calls

51:42 Human oversight in AI discussions

59:14 The future of meaningful work

01:00:23 Personalized learning and meaningful careers
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