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The jobs AI can’t steal (yet)
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Larry from Louisiana writes: “Kim, what jobs are safe from AI and don’t need a college degree? I’m losing sleep worrying about my future and how I’m going to support a wife and three teenagers.”
Larry, you’re spot-on to be thinking about this. Supporting a family of five in this economy is basically a full-contact sport. You’re also asking exactly the right question.
AI is coming in hot, and a bunch of jobs we once thought were safe are going straight into the chatbot blender.
🤖 AI taking over jobs
Everywhere you look, the headlines are screaming about AI taking over jobs. It’s not hype. A report from Goldman Sachs estimates that AI could impact up to 300 million jobs globally.
The World Economic Forum says 25% of all jobs could be disrupted by AI by 2027. That’s only a year and a half from now.
Not all jobs are on the chopping block. Ones that rely on human traits like empathy, dexterity, real-world problem-solving, and yes, getting your hands dirty are thriving.
Many don’t require a college degree, just skill, training and the drive to get started.
👊 13 AI-proof jobs
A new report from Resume Now highlights 13 AI-proof jobs. Here’s a peek with the average annual salary:
- Forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists – $71,420. Try programming AI to make split-second safety calls.
- Flight attendants – $68,370. A chatbot can’t calm down a nervous flier.
- Electricians – $60,040. Wires, walls and intuition make for a hands-on profession.
- Plumbers and pipe fitters – $59,880. Good luck getting AI to fix a burst pipe.
- Chefs and head cooks – $53,380. AI can’t taste a special sauce.
- Hearing aid specialists – $52,630. It takes empathy to help someone hear again.
- Security and fire alarm installers – $49,700. Critical for keeping us safe in real life.
Also on the list: machinery mechanics, hotel managers, aircraft cargo supervisors, insurance sales pros and more.
Honor their service: How to get official military records
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If you’ve ever lost someone who served, or even just want to understand your family better, listen to this. I was poking around online, and I found my dad’s actual WWII draft card application. His name, his handwriting, his signature, where he lived. It was all there. I didn’t expect to get so emotional, but wow.
🩸 The FBI’s waving red flags: Scammers have a new angle. They’re impersonating health fraud investigators to steal sensitive data. They’ll slide into your texts or inbox asking for health info or fake reimbursements. Watch out for phone calls, too. Don’t bite, it’s all phishing designed to use your medical ID for something or someone else, along with stealing your cash. Have an older family member? Warn them about this one.
$23.8 billion
That’s how much Americans are expected to drop during Amazon Prime Day this week. The sale runs four days, twice as long as last year, and Adobe says spending will jump 24%. It’s basically Black Friday in July, only with better delivery windows and fewer family arguments.
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Back it up, or risk losing it: Keep your family photos and important tax documents safe in the cloud, safe from fire, theft, floods and thieves. Total Drive has your back, and so do I. Just $18 for 10 TB is a no-brainer.
Memorial Day deals for under $50
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Memorial Day is not designed to be a day for special sales and barbecues, although there will be plenty of both. And while we value and appreciate all the veterans and active-duty military, it’s not their day either.
⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Set a custom wallpaper on your Echo Show: Use the Alexa app > Devices > Echo Show > Photo Display > Family pics > Stock art.
Have dyslexia? Try the dyslexic font on Kindle. Open a book, tap near the top of the screen and hit the Aa icon. Go to Font > Font family and select OpenDyslexic. Bonus: You can also adjust the boldness and size of the font from here.
☁️ Back it up, or risk losing it: Keep your family photos and important tax documents safe in the cloud, safe from fire, theft, floods and thieves. Total Drive has your back, and so do I. Just $18 for 10 TB is a no-brainer.
Keep YouTube videos private: Uploading something for work or family? Set the video to Unlisted, so it won’t show up in search, recommendations or on your channel. Only people with the link can watch. Just go to Profile (top right) > YouTube Studio > Content, then under Visibility, choose Unlisted and hit Save.
☠️ Flash your crypto, risk a zip tie ride: The Taihuttu family, famous for going all in on Bitcoin, is now reportedly hiding hand-etched crypto keys across four continents. Why? The recent rise in kidnappings of crypto owners. Here’s a tip: How about you don’t tell the world you’re hiding a ton of crypto? And don’t get the Bitcoin logo tattooed on your arm.
🍋 From lemonade stand to citrus baron: Got a future CEO at home? Check out Shopify’s free guide for kids who want to get started selling online. It’s packed with fun branding and business exercises you can do together as a family.
❤️ How about some good news? When a dad needed a kidney, his family started a “Kidney 4 Joe” Facebook page to find a donor. The twist? A complete stranger saw the post through a mutual friend, got tested and turned out to be a match. They met for the first time on surgery day. Proof that one share can change everything.
💸 Avoid PayPal fees: Transferring money to friends or family? Pick Sending to a friend instead of Goods and Services to skip the fee. It works if you’re using a linked bank account or PayPal balance. FYI: There’s no buyer protection, so only use it with people you trust.
Uber senior accounts: Larger text, fewer buttons and clearer instructions. Perks include saved destinations and pay with a Medicare flex card. FYI: It’s part of Uber’s family profile, but anyone can try this by turning on Simple Mode in the app’s Account section.
📦 Share your Amazon Prime: Here’s how to split the perks with someone you live with. Go to Account & Lists > Account > Your Amazon Family or click here to set it up. You can add another adult to share free shipping, streaming and more.
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23andMe sold your DNA. Can you stop it? — May 24th, Hour 1
Your DNA, your family tree, your most personal data … now in the hands of Big Pharma. Also this hour: Meta refuses to stop scam ads, AI clones, and the viral “invisible phone.” Plus, Anthony from Spokane says someone hacked the neighborhood security cameras.
AI lets slain man confront his killer — May 24th, Hour 2
Army vet Chris Pelkey was shot and killed in a road rage incident. In a courtroom first, his family used AI to recreate his voice and image — letting him speak to the man who took his life. His sister, Stacey Wales, joins us to explain why they did it and how it sparked a national conversation about tech and justice.