As artificial intelligence becomes more advanced, many are wondering: will it take our jobs? The short answer? It already has—and it will continue to—but not in the way you might think.
In a recent discussion on The Roggin Report, our panelists tackled this growing concern. The general consensus? AI isn’t necessarily coming for all our jobs—it’s changing how we do them.
“I think it absolutely will replace some jobs,” said contributor Tammy Bleck. “AI can do things faster and at a broader scale than we can. But emotion is something AI can’t replicate—and that’s a big part of things like marketing.”
Brad Ward agreed, pointing out that this shift is part of a historical pattern. “We’ve already seen it in car manufacturing, food processing, even fast food. Technology always replaces some jobs—but it also creates new ones. The opportunity is as big as the loss.”
In fact, both Tammy and Brad believe AI will continue to reshape the job landscape, not just reduce it. Some roles may disappear entirely, but others will evolve, requiring workers to adapt. Brad added, “There will be changes in how jobs operate. Some people will need to manage or interpret AI.”
When asked about what skills will be most valuable in this new era, Tammy mentioned coding, manufacturing, and anything tech-related. Brad emphasized ethics, human-centered design, and communication skills—especially when it comes to making AI-generated content feel human.
The conversation also touched on cycles in tech adoption. Tammy referenced Walmart’s self-checkout systems, once thought to replace cashiers entirely, now being rolled back in favor of human interaction. “Ten years from now, businesses will probably be promoting that they use real people again,” she quipped.
The bottom line? AI is here to stay, but so are people. The challenge isn’t about resisting technology—it’s about adapting alongside it.
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By: NBC Palm Springs
June 20, 2025
