What’s the real difference between a smart tool and an intelligent robot? Is AI coming for your job? Or could it actually make you more human?
In this mind-expanding episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, AI futurist and author Steve Brown talks about the future of work, real estate and humanity in an AI-powered world.
He covers:
- Why agents won’t be replaced — but do need to evolve
- The 4 waves of AI (generative, agentic, spatial, physical)
- The real threat (and opportunity) of humanoid robots
- How “AI alignment” is the single biggest challenge of our time
- Why the best agents in the future will be designers and orchestrators — not just doers
If you’ve felt overwhelmed by the pace of change, this episode is both a wake-up call and a roadmap. The AI shift is happening now. The leaders who thrive will be the ones who learn to lead it.
Highlights
Brown maps out where we really are with AI — and what’s coming next.
He explains the four waves of AI disruption: Generative AI (ChatGPT and beyond), Agentic AI (digital assistants that complete tasks), Spatial AI (understanding the physical world) and Physical AI (humanoid robots doing real-world jobs).
You’ll also learn:
- How AI agents will reshape how real estate work gets done
- Why human connection is still your moat as a real estate agent
- What “alignment” means and why it’s the next AI safety crisis
- How to lead change instead of fearing it
- Why your future depends on boosting both your AI acumen and your humanity
From digital employees to physical robots that clean, cook and greet you at the door — this episode pulls no punches about what’s next. But it also offers a clear, inspiring path forward.
Whether you’re an agent, broker or leader, this is your essential AI primer for the future of real estate.
Connect with Steve Brown on his website or LinkedIn.
Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered is now exclusively on Inman. Tune in for agent- and team-focused content on Mondays and leadership interviews on Wednesdays each week. Listen on Apple or Spotify.
James Dwiggins is the Co-CEO of NextHome, Inc. and co-host of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered.
Keith Robinson is the Co-CEO of NextHome, Inc. and co-host of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered.
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