In Episode 13 of Data, Dollars, and Dynasty, Jeremy Williams Sr. is joined by his sons JJ and Jayden, alongside Claudette Keen and special guest Madetric “Naye” Wood of Jack and Jill of America, for a timely and necessary conversation about opportunity, community, and preparation in the age of AI.

This episode dives into the realities behind the headlines: rising unemployment among Black youth and Black women, shrinking access to traditional career pathways, and the growing pressure AI and policy shifts are placing on education, healthcare, and the workforce. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Center for Economic and Policy Research, the group breaks down why unemployment rates remain stubbornly high for Black youth, why education alone isn’t closing the gap, and how lack of social capital continues to limit access to opportunity.

The conversation also highlights the power of mother-led, community-driven organizations like Jack and Jill of America and the role the Datagen Scholars Program is playing in exposing students to AI, entrepreneurship, and real-world skills. From public speaking and leadership development to AI fundamentals and capstone projects, the episode makes a clear case for why networks, mentorship, and early exposure matter more than ever.

Blending data with lived experience, this episode serves as both a warning and a roadmap. As traditional job pipelines erode, the message is clear: young people can’t afford to wait to be chosen, they have to be prepared, connected, and willing to create opportunity for themselves and others.

News Discussed in This Episode:

1. “November US jobs report shows surging unemployment for Black women (Video)" — Gender economist Katica Roy shares analysis of racial and gender disparities in the workforce and how unemployment rates for Black women are setting off alarm bells for the entire U.S. labor market.
2. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Employment Situation of Youth (Ages 16–19) — BLS data shows that Black youth consistently experience unemployment rates nearly twice as high as white youth, even during strong job markets, highlighting long-standing structural barriers to early work experience.
3. Center for Economic and Policy Research: "High Joblessness for Black Youth" — This report finds that more than 56% of Black youth (ages 16–24) are jobless, not working and not in school, and estimates that over 500,000 new jobs would be needed to close the Black-white youth employment gap.

In Episode 12 of Data Dollar Dynasty, Jeremy Williams Sr. and his sons, JJ and Jayden, reflect on their 2025 wins; from national recognition at the Sickle Cell Disease Association conference to the launch of their PPST Academy and Data Gen Scholar programs. But this episode is about more than personal success, it's a wake-up call.

The trio explores the state of the job market in the AI era, sounding the alarm on mass layoffs, ghost jobs, and the rising demand for practical, real-world experience. With insight from Jeff Bezos, hard-hitting employment stats, and sobering stories of Gen Z grads struggling to compete, they emphasize one core truth: continuous learning isn’t optional anymore, it’s survival.

Blending optimism with urgency, the Williams family issues a call to action to young people, professionals, and parents alike: stop waiting for the future, start building it. If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this episode is your dove on the stop sign.

News Discussed in This Episode:

1. “Mass layoff warnings climb to highest level in nearly a decade” — This article reports that WARN-notices (advance layoff warnings) across the U.S. have surged to levels not seen in nearly ten years, signaling a major rise in job instability and potential widespread layoffs in 2025.
2. “Jeff Bezos names the kind of employee who wins in the AI era” — In this piece, Jeff Bezos argues that as AI transforms the job market, the few workers who will remain irreplaceable are those who bring creativity, adaptability, and invention, skills that machines can’t replicate.
3. Why Even Harvard’s Smartest Graduates Can’t Get a Job Now (Video) – This video exposes how America’s job market is collapsing in real time—even Harvard M.B.A. graduates are struggling as “ghost jobs,” automation, and AI-driven hiring eliminate traditional entry-level pathways.

In Episode 11 of Data, Dollars, and Dynasty, hosts Jeremy Sr., JJ, and Jayden sit down with five standout Datagen Scholars: Nissi, Sanjit, Arjun, Uzair, and Pranav, for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about the future of work in the age of AI. Together, they unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping jobs, the growing debate between trades and traditional college education, and the rise of side hustles among Gen Z.

The discussion also takes a deep dive into the expanding AI economy, its massive potential and the warning signs of a possible bubble. As the Sandai team and the scholars bridge the generational gap, this episode gives listeners a front-row seat to the thoughts, hopes, and insights of America’s future leaders.

Articles Discussed in This Episode:

1. Walmart CEO Doug McMillon on AI Job Losses (Wall Street Journal) – McMillon warns that AI will reshape nearly every job at Walmart, emphasizing retraining over replacement.
2. Ford CEO Shares an Epiphany About Talking to Gen Z (Yahoo Finance) – Ford’s CEO realized Gen Z wants honesty, transparency, and authenticity from brands and employers.
3. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Says Every Student Needs to Learn AI (Yahoo Finance) – Huang urges students worldwide to study AI fundamentals, calling it the “most powerful technology force of our lifetime.”
4. Asked ChatGPT to Predict the Next Big Thing (Yahoo Lifestyle) – ChatGPT forecasts that the next major innovation wave will revolve around AI-driven personal assistants and human-machine collaboration.
5. One Force Is Propping Up the Economy—Fears Are Growing It Won’t Last (MSN) – Analysts say strong consumer spending is keeping the U.S. economy afloat, but rising debt and inflation could cause a downturn.