Ep 398: Oprah’s Interview with the Founders of Anthropic
27/05/2026 | 8 mins.
Send us Fan Mail Anthropic founders Dario and Daniela Amodei sat down with Oprah Winfrey for one of the most revealing AI interviews of the year, and the conversation raised some serious questions about the future of artificial intelligence, ethics, safety, and power. In this episode, I break down the biggest moments from the interview, including Anthropic’s decision to refuse Pentagon requests to remove Claude’s safety guardrails, why the company banned advertising from day one, and how the sibling founders are prioritising public benefit over pure profit. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook 📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Ep 397: New EU Guidelines on High-Risk AI Systems
26/05/2026 | 7 mins.
Send us Fan Mail If your organisation is using AI to screen CVs, monitor staff performance, or allocate work, the EU has a message for you: your AI system may now be classified as high-risk. In this episode, I break down the European Commission’s new guidance on high-risk AI systems under the EU AI Act, what it means for HR and recruitment teams, what’s already banned, and why organisations need to start preparing now, not in 2027. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook 📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Ep 396: Top 5 Takeaways from Google I/O 2026
25/05/2026 | 7 mins.
Send us Fan Mail Google I/O 2026 was Google’s clearest signal yet that we’ve entered the agentic AI era. In this episode, I break down my top five takeaways from the event, including Gemini reaching 900 million users, the rise of AI agents that can complete tasks independently, and why Google is moving beyond AI that simply answers questions. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook 📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Ep 395: AI and the Future of Event Comms with Nicholas Bruneau
23/05/2026 | 20 mins.
Send us Fan Mail Are your event communications working hard enough after the event ends? In this long listen episode, I chat with strategic communications consultant Nicholas Bruneau about how AI can help overstretched communications teams save time, repurpose content, improve accessibility, and increase the impact of events. We discuss AI-powered content creation, conference chatbots, multilingual communications, post-event reporting, and why human storytelling still matters in an AI-driven world. If you work in communications, events, or marketing, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can start testing straight away. Connect with and learn more about Nicholas here: Website: www.nicholasbruneau.com Book: www.engagewithimpact.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nbruneau Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook 📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Ep 394: Same CV Generated by AI, Different Outcome
22/05/2026 | 7 mins.
Send us Fan Mail A new study found that two identical AI-generated CVs received completely different reactions based on one thing only: the candidate’s name. In this episode, I explore the growing bias problem in AI-assisted hiring, why women may be judged more harshly for using AI tools, and what happens when AI systems themselves inherit discrimination from human behaviour and historical data. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook 📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Introducing the AI SIX Podcast: Learn AI on the GoArtificial intelligence is changing marketing, offering new ways to connect, create, and deliver value. To help marketers adapt, I’m introducing the AI SIX Podcast – a practical, daily resource designed to make AI learning manageable and relevant.What Is the AI SIX Podcast?The AI SIXPodcast is a six-minute daily podcast tailored for marketers looking to understand and use AI effectively. Hosted by me, Joanne Sweeney, a communications and marketing practitioner, author, and trainer with years of experience in digital transformation, this podcast provides clear, actionable insights to support your work.Why Six Minutes?Marketers often have busy schedules. The AI SIX Podcast offers focused content you can fit into your day, whether during your morning routine, commute, or a short break. Each episode delivers practical tips you can apply immediately, helping you stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.What to ExpectHere’s what the podcast includes:Daily Episodes: Updates and advice on AI tools, trends, and how to use them in marketing.Weekly Long-Listen Interviews: On Saturdays, a 20-minute session featuring experts and professionals sharing their experiences with AI in marketing.Practical Guidance: Strategies for integrating AI into workflows, improving efficiency, and using AI responsibly.Who Is This Podcast For?This podcast is ideal for marketing professionals who want to:Learn how AI can streamline marketing tasks.Find tools that improve efficiency and creativity.Understand how to incorporate AI ethically and effectively.Stay informed about developments in AI for marketing.
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