David Zvi Kalman
Technology scholar, Hartman fellow, and founding producer of Identity/Crisis who focuses on the religious and ethical implications of AI for Jewish life and education.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 54min
Staying Human in the Age of AI — with David Zvi Kalman
Join David Zvi Kalman, a scholar and technology commentator, as he unpacks the ethical dilemmas AI poses for Jewish life. He emphasizes the risks of dehumanization and the amplification of antisemitism through AI. Kalman advocates for Jewish communities to catch up with technology while preserving human dignity. He warns against using AI for sermon creation to maintain communal trust and suggests that religious leaders should foresee tech trajectories to shape ethical responses. This insightful conversation blends ancient wisdom with modern challenges.
Mar 14, 2024 • 59min
S11E3: Jewish Life in Our Technological Future with Rabbi Jacob J. Schacter and Dr. David Zvi Kalman
The podcast discusses the impact of technology on Jewish life and faith, exploring AI advancements, historical parallels, and the evolving role of Jewish leaders in guiding technological development. It delves into the emotional engagement with texts, blurring lines between AI and humanity, and the intersection of technology with Jewish rituals and experiences.
