In the latest episode 125 of the Artificial Intelligence After Work (AIAW) Podcast, we're thrilled to host Liza-Maria Norlin, Party Secretary of the Christian Democrats in Sweden and the insightful author of "The Courage to Lead through Values." This episode delves into a rich discussion with Liza-Maria, starting with her recent re-election as a Member of Parliament and the key issues she aims to address. We explore her background and delve into how AI aligns with Christian Democratic values, dissecting the pros and cons of the EU AI Act. Liza-Maria offers her unique perspective on what it means to be a Party Secretary, and the emerging landscape of GovTech Sweden. A highlight of our conversation is how AI supports value-based leadership, drawing insights from her book. We also tackle pressing topics like AI's role in enhancing public value, ethical considerations in AI development, Sweden's position in global AI governance, and speculate on the potential futures of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Join us for this enlightening journey into AI, leadership, and the intersection of technology and values. Follow us on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aiawpodcast