AI is changing jobs, businesses, and leadership faster than most people realize. AI expert Mike Ruska explains what happens next—and how to stay ahead.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the future of work faster than ever before. In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, AI technologist Mike Ruska explains how AI is changing jobs, leadership, business, and the global economy.

Will AI replace workers? What skills will matter most in the future? How can leaders and employees adapt to an AI-first world?

Mike shares practical insights about AIQ, authentic intelligence, human-first leadership, AI productivity, AI automation, and the opportunities that are emerging as artificial intelligence becomes more powerful.

Whether you're an employee, entrepreneur, manager, business owner, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation will help you understand where technology is heading and how to prepare for what's next.

Topics covered:
• AI replacing jobs
• Future of work
• AI leadership
• AI and business
• Human-first AI
• AI productivity
• AI career advice
• AI layoffs
• AI automation
• AI skills for the future
• ChatGPT and AI tools
• Artificial intelligence trends

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In this episode, you'll learn Will AI Take Your Job? The Truth Nobody Wants to Admit

Chapters:
0:00 - The Human-Centered AI Shift
1:00 - How AI Democratizes Tech & App Creation
4:23 - Unlocking Collective Intelligence with AI
7:18 - Vibe Coding & Democratizing App Development
8:23 - Economic Implications & AI's Impact on Jobs
12:50 - The "Human-AI Sandwich" Explained
17:40 - Tech Layoffs, AI, and Economic Shifts
20:07 - Redefining Leadership in the Age of AI
33:08 - Building Your AI Literacy & Understanding Agents
39:00 - AI's Environmental Footprint: Myths vs Reality
43:19 - Launching Baryons: The Human-First AI Platform

Guest Bio

Mike Hruska is an AI technologist who advocates for human-centered design in a rapidly changing world. By focusing on the intersection of human intuition and artificial intelligence, Mike aims to democratize tech and foster collective intelligence. He is the creator of the Baryons platform, which supports leaders through reflection and real-time feedback.

Our Mission

Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybaryon
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehruska/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyBaryon
Website: https://baryons.com/

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Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com

Brain fog, fatigue, hormone issues and anxiety may not be random. Kyle Hulbert reveals how mercury poisoning and heavy metal toxicity are affecting millions of people.

Learn the symptoms, testing methods, detox strategies and the truth about root-cause medicine.

Mercury poisoning and heavy metal toxicity are becoming major concerns for people struggling with brain fog, fatigue, hormone imbalances, anxiety, inflammation, and chronic health issues.

In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Kyle Hulbert, CEO of the Longevity Center and host of Longevity Unlocked, explains how heavy metals such as mercury can silently impact your health and why traditional medicine often overlooks root causes.

Kyle shares his personal journey from severe health struggles to discovering mercury toxicity and discusses how functional and integrative medicine approaches are helping people find answers.

Topics Covered:
• Mercury poisoning symptoms
• Heavy metal toxicity explained
• Brain fog and chronic fatigue causes
• Hormone imbalance and low testosterone
• Functional medicine and root-cause healthcare
• Heavy metal testing
• Mercury exposure from fish and fillings
• Detox and recovery strategies
• GLP-1 medications and longevity
• Peptides and future health therapies
• Personalized healthcare approaches

If you've ever wondered why you're constantly tired, struggling with focus, dealing with unexplained symptoms, or searching for answers beyond traditional medicine, this conversation offers valuable insights.

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In this video, you'll learn The Truth About Mercury Poisoning & Heavy Metal Detox | Kyle Hulbert

About Our Guest

Kyle Hulbert is the CEO of the Longevity Center, a functional health expert, and the host of the Longevity Unlocked podcast. After a personal health crisis and years in the construction industry, Kyle dedicated his life to making cutting-edge care affordable, research-informed, and effective. He's a leading advocate for proactive biology, transparency in healthcare, and empowering people to be their own heroes.

Our Mission

Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing.

Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome and introduction to Kyle Hulbert
02:00 - Western medicine: A system of media manipulation and symptom chasing
04:42 - Mercury poisoning: The silent villain hollowing out communities
09:19 - Debunking the stigma around hormones and taking charge of biology
12:28 - The truth about GLP-1 drugs, safety, and long-term use
18:29 - Heavy metals: What's dangerous, how to test, and how to heal
36:35 - Vaccines, thimerosal, and the ingredients you need to know
43:38 - Making longevity clinics accessible, affordable, and human-centric
50:24 - The future of healthcare: Peptides, stem cells, and breakthrough therapies
66:26 - The one big change needed to overhaul our broken healthcare system

Find Kyle Hulbert here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl/
TikTiok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelcfl?
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelcfl/
Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/
Longevity Unlocked Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/longevity-unlocked/id1727734924

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Nick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/
UCAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/
UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/
Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com

In this weekly roundup of news coverage, Nick breaks down important stories you might have missed that we should all have our eyes on.

80% of Young Adults Say the Economy Is Broken (The Data Is Worse Than You Think)

Young adults are doing everything right and still falling behind. A shocking new survey reveals why 80% believe the economy is broken—and the data may be even worse than you think.

📌 Source

The Guardian

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/may/31/young-adults-financial-independence-affordability-crisis

Nick Thompson Reveals The Dark Truth Behind Love Is Blind | Mental Health & Survival

Nick Thompson reveals what really happened after Love Is Blind ended. From divorce and public scrutiny to severe depression and recovery, this is the story Netflix never showed.

In this segment, you'll learn Nick Thompson Reveals The Dark Truth Behind Love Is Blind | Mental Health & Survival

Our Mission

Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction to the Eyes Wide Open weekly round-up

01:11 - 80% of Young Adults Say the Economy Is Broken (The Data Is Worse Than You Think)

17:10 - Nick Thompson Reveals The Dark Truth Behind Love Is Blind | Mental Health & Survival

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ | https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/

UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/

Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/