Matt Britton Talks Generation AI on Phoenix CW7’s The Daily Mix Morning Show

This morning, Matt Britton—author of Generation AI and CEO of Suzy—joined The Daily Mix Morning Show on CW7 in Phoenix to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping parenting, education, and the future of childhood itself.

“Generation Alpha,” Britton explained, “is the first group of humans growing up with AI in the household. That changes everything.”

From ChatGPT-powered homework help to AI-generated family songs, Britton walked viewers through the massive cultural shift already underway—and what it means for the next 15 years.

Teens + AI: Shortcut or Superpower?

Today’s kids are turning to AI tools like ChatGPT to finish assignments faster. But Britton challenged viewers to go deeper: “There’s a difference between using AI to cheat and using AI to learn.”

His take? Writing still matters. So does thinking. AI can enhance creativity—but only if kids are taught how to prompt it, interpret it, and build with it. That starts with reading, writing, and real-world context.

Education Is Stuck in the Past

Most schools are still built for the pre-AI era—memorization, testing, standardized outputs. But in a world where facts are instantly accessible, Britton argues we need to teach what AI can’t do: emotional intelligence, critical thinking, problem-solving.

“If you’re still teaching kids how to regurgitate facts, you’re preparing them for a world that no longer exists.” – Generation AI

Parenting in the Age of AI

Britton didn’t just speak as a technologist—he spoke as a parent. And he made it personal. From using AI to summarize Shakespeare to apps that make personalized coloring books from family photos, Britton showed how families can integrate AI into daily life without losing what matters most.

His message? Don’t fear the tools. Learn them. Play with them. Set boundaries around them. And most importantly, use them to deepen—not replace—human connection.

The Road Ahead: Exhilarating and Unsettling

Britton warned that AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a force that’s already reshaping our children’s cognition, relationships, and worldview. For Generation Alpha, talking to AI will be as normal as texting a friend.

Will that lead to more creativity, independence, and innovation? Or more dependence, distraction, and cognitive decline?

The answer depends on what we do now.

Order the Book That Unpacks It All

Matt Britton’s Generation AI is your guide to understanding and navigating the most transformational shift of our time. Whether you’re a parent, educator, technologist, or brand leader—this book will change how you see the future.