In this thought-provoking episode of A Wealthy Life, Vicki Wusche tackles the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence on the workforce and our financial security. With the rapid rise of AI applications and automation, Vicki explores the social, economic, and personal risks ahead, and most importantly, how to proactively prepare by creating a second, AI-proof income stream. This isn't just about the future of work; it's about your future.

Vicki Wusche is a property investor, mentor, and host of A Wealthy Life podcast. With decades of experience in both financial education and real estate, Vicki empowers people to take control of their wealth and future. Known for her clear-eyed perspective and strategic advice, she combines practical property investing with thoughtful life planning, especially in a world being reshaped by emerging technologies like AI.

Expect to Learn:

• Why AI could lead to unprecedented unemployment rates across the UK and beyond.

• How the loss of jobs will impact tax revenues, benefits systems, and mental health.

• What the UK government is (and isn't) doing to prepare for the AI revolution.

• The long-term economic risks of inaction and the opportunities in property investment.

• How to build a second, reliable income stream that's AI-resistant and future-proof.
  
  

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:

• [00:00 ] - Introduction

• [02:10 ] - AI's Threat to Jobs

• [07:54 ] - AI and exponential changes

• [09:27 ] - AI: an unstoppable event

• [13:39 ] - Shaping the impact of technical progress

• [15:30 ] - Impact of unemployment on different age groups

• [22:17 ] - AI affecting Transport, Media, and Finance Jobs

• [27:07 ] - AI-Proof Careers & the Role of Property

• [30:10 ] - Property as a Lifeline: Escape The 9-5.

• [30:53 ] - How to Take Action Now: Courses, strategies, and support Vicki offers

1. ONS (Office for National Statistics)estimates that up to 1.5 million jobs in England alone are at high risk of automation Business Connect MagazineOnrec 

2. IPPR (Institute for Public Policy Research)warns that in a worst-case "second wave" of AI adoption, up to 8 million UK jobs could be displaced—especially in entry-level, part-time, and administrative roles. Women and younger workers are particularly vulnerable The Guardian 

3. Income Tax in (2024–25) Amounting to approximately £305 billion in Income Tax during the 2024–25 financial year. Research Briefings 

• National Insurance Contributions (NICs) (2024–25) NICs brought in around £171 billion in the same period (2024–25). Research Briefings 

• Transport & Logistics: PwC's earlier analysis (2018) estimated that, after adjusting for real-world barriers, up to 40% of jobs in transportation and storage could be affected by automation over two decades PwC. 

• Finance, Law & Media: A 2025 Deloitte study found that 37% of roles in these sectors may face partial or complete automation SQ Magazine 

• Accounting: Around 25% of chartered and certified accountant jobs in the UK are at high risk of automation according to ONS figures The AI Journal. 

• Back-office & Administrative Roles: IPPR highlights these as among the first to be disrupted by generative AI—e.g., scheduling, database work IPPR The Guardian.

• University of Georgia study - https://news.uga.edu/planning-for-ai-in-workforce/

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