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ABOUT ME

The Futurist Mike Johns: Architect of Innovation

Mike Johns is a Futurist, Author, Filmmaker, and Professor shaping the global conversation at the intersection of AI, culture, and innovation. As the undisputed "go-to guy" for the tech elite, he is trusted by the world's most influential power players to bridge the gap between raw creativity and massive commercial scale. A master of content creation at scale, Mike's influence is measured in millions: from his best-selling book Death of a Job and the hit short film Oblivious (1M+ views) to his viral "AI Speed Dating" collaboration with YouTube sensation Airrack, which amassed over 14 million views.

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From commanding the stage as a TEDx Speaker and a three-time Innovation Awards Judge at the Consumer Electronics Show to orchestrating viral phenomena that have captured over one billion views worldwide, his track record is a masterclass in global impact. Whether he is authoring the definitive roadmap for the modern workforce or shaping the next generation of thinkers in the classroom, Mike delivers a rare blend of strategic genius and storytelling magic. To hire Mike Johns is to secure a front-row seat to the future—he doesn't just follow the trend; he defines the roadmap for the world to follow.

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AZ Tech Week

2026 Event Tracker ~

National AI Literacy Day & Arizona Tech Week — curated schedule with live Partiful links.

BeSkilled or Be Replaced: AI & the Future of Work

National AI Literacy Day

Thursday, March 27, 2026

BeSkilled or Be Replaced: AI & the Future of Work

6:00 PM|University of Arizona

National AI Literacy Day

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AZ Tech Week 2026

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

AI 101: Demystifying the Machine

1:30 – 2:30 PM|Co+Hoots — Purpose-Driven Workspace

Combined AZ Tech Week page with AI 101 · AI 202 · AI 300 thumbnails

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AI 202: The Art of Contextual Prompting for Outcomes

AZ Tech Week 2026

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

AI 202: The Art of Contextual Prompting for Outcomes

2:30 PM start (agenda)|Co+Hoots — Purpose-Driven Workspace

Same Partiful as AI 101 — updated thumbnail & 2:30 PM start on the agenda

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AZ Tech Week 2026

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Ask a Futurist! Oblivious to Abundance

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM|Gateway Community College · Serpico AI · BeSkilled America · AZ Tech Week

Free-format AMA — Partiful listing coming soon (AZ Tech Week template)

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The AI-Ready Classroom: A Teacher's Guide to the New Frontier

AZ Tech Week 2026

Thursday, April 9, 2026

The AI-Ready Classroom: A Teacher's Guide to the New Frontier

10:00 AM|BB Studios / The Studios at Mesa City

Moved from Serpico — updated date, time & venue on Partiful

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AZ Tech Week 2026

Thursday, April 9, 2026

AI 300: Future of Work

11:00 AM|BB Studios / The Studios at Mesa City

New date & venue — thumbnail updated on Partiful

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Partiful links confirmed where shown. Questions? Reach out to Jenn Mueller.

MEET AND GREET

Interviews & Appearances

Interview Request

I want to interview the author of the book Death of a Job.

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Interview Requests

Mike Johns is highly selective with interview requests. Exceptions are made for major media outlets and publications aligned with futurism, AI, and the future of work. All requests are vetted through his team.

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Speaking at an Event

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Public Appearances

Mike Johns is available for keynote speeches, panels, debates, and moderated discussions on futurism, AI literacy, the future of work, and strategic foresight. Inquire for availability and rates.

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Press & platforms

As Seen On

As a preeminent futurist for the Culture and AI authority, Mike Johns is a globally recognized voice shaping the intersection of emerging technology, human-robot symbiosis, and the future of work.

MY BOOK

Death Of A Job

#WorkRedefined

The work you know is already dying. AI is dismantling routine tasks at lightning speed, rewriting the rules of productivity, and reshaping economies in real time. This book is your blueprint for survival—and your competitive edge. You'll learn how to turn AI disruption into your greatest advantage, build teams that innovate fearlessly, and ethically navigate the opportunities and dangers of this new age.

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Death of a Job - The Future of Work in the Age of AI by Mike Johns

Media

Listen in. Read deep. Stay ahead.

The show for culture and tech—and the magazine for long-form takes. Two ways in; same lens on the future.

Podcast

Yo! Tech This Out

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The magazine

Essays, predictions, and cultural intel—newest first.

Go beyond the feed: long-form writing on where tech meets Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and the streets. Written to move readers from scroll to substance.

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Latest drops

I write from where technology, culture, and humanity collide. As a futurist for the culture, I explore emerging tech and make bold predictions about its impact on Gen Z and Gen Alpha—because they're the ones shaping what's next. My work connects the dots between innovation and everyday life, from the streets to the White House, giving voice to the stories most overlook. I don't just study the future—I live it, challenge it, and translate it for the world to understand.

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