Episode 27- Tara Ryan: The Human Side of AI and the Fair Play Revolution

Compound Growth

In this powerful episode, Colin and Wheeler welcome Tara Ryan, Co-founder and CEO of Confidante, an AI-driven platform supporting mothers as they navigate the invisible weight of modern motherhood. Tara opens up about the inspiration behind Confidant, which evolved from a custom GPT for her coaching clients to a dedicated, mother-centered AI designed to be an accessible "thought partner" and "advocacy helper". The conversation unpacks the heavy realities of the gendered division of unpaid labor, exploring the domestic, emotional, and cognitive labor that often falls disproportionately on women. This discussion aligns with the Compound Growth mission of helping listeners think more clearly and feel more grounded in life's complexities.

The hosts dive deep into the technical and ethical challenges of building a specialized AI, including the necessity of a "human in the loop" to monitor for safety and ethical alignment. Tara discusses how her team meticulously engineers the AI's "personality" and uses frameworks like RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) to ensure Confidante remains a values-based decision-helper, focused on maternal support rather than profit-driven data sales. Colin and Wheeler reflect on their own experiences as partners and parents-to-be, appreciating the value of a non-judgmental space to process complex emotional and relational challenges.

Finally, Tara, a certified Fair Play facilitator, breaks down the Fair Play method—a system for fairly dividing household tasks based on defining a "minimum standard of care" and owning a task's Conception, Planning, and Execution. This conversation is a compelling exploration of personal development and societal progress, illustrating how thoughtful technology can lead to deeper human connection and better self-advocacy. Tune in to understand how the intersection of AI and human growth can help cultivate a healthier "information diet" and a more intentional life.

Find Tara:

Confidante: https://www.confidantemoms.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-ryan-cpc-bb147a20/

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Credits:
Created By: Wheeler Crowley and Colin Walker
Production Assistance: Tori Rothwell
Editing and Post-Production: Steven Sims