AI Readiness Project

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: In this episode of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘐 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵, Jennifer Hufnagel joins Kyle Shannon and guest co-host Kellye Kamp to explore what it really means to be ready for AI. From her early days at Hootsuite to launching her own consultancy, Jennifer shares how her journey led her to AI and why many businesses still aren’t ready to take advantage of it. The conversation covers everything from...

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: In this week’s episode, Anne and Kyle welcome Jyunmi Hatcher to unpack a topic not often discussed outside of niche corners of the AI world: local AI models, personal computing, and why running AI on your own hardware might be more important than it sounds. They start with a look at how Gen Z is engaging with AI—from skepticism to creative experimentation—and why showing up, literal...

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Hosts Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy talk with Sid Hargro about how personal stories connect with AI tools in fresh ways. From revisiting childhood writing to creating original art for his walls, Sid shows how curiosity and reflection can spark entirely new forms of creativity. The conversation highlights the role of storytelling in self-discovery, the responsibilities of sharing othe...

What happens when someone who’s been a firefighter, CrossFit coach, nutrition entrepreneur and LinkedIn strategist finds his stride in AI? You get Brian Maucere — part tactician, part teacher and one of the most grounded voices in the field. In this episode, Brian shares how his varied background made him unexpectedly ready for GenAI. We talk about what it means to be prepared for a future that’s...

AI’s pace can feel overwhelming, especially when the skills you mastered last month suddenly feel outdated. What happens when even the most engaged users feel left behind? In this conversation, Anne, Kyle, and PJ talk candidly about the emotional side of learning in public, the discomfort of losing your footing, and the practices that make constant change easier to handle. Key Takeaways: • Ways to...

Show Overview: Anne and Kyle sit down with Sam Swaim and Kristin Steele for a refreshingly honest conversation about what it means to stay connected in an increasingly polarized world. As seasoned event pros—and Kristin is a self-described skeptic— they’ve seen firsthand how easy it is to lose the human element in favor of efficiency. But could AI actually make space for deeper connection? That’s...

This week on 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘐 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵, hosts Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy explore how AI is reshaping the way we think, create, and navigate work. They dig into AI’s role as an “idea amplifier,” and how that shift helps us move from idea overload to clarity and action. From learning to let go of ideas that don’t stick, to using AI for self-reflection and creative experimentation, they share how th...

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: This week on 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘐 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵, co-hosts Anne Murphy and Kyle Shannon wrestle with a shared feeling: What if we’re preparing for all the wrong things? Their conversation leads to a powerful exploration of what “readiness” really means—especially when the systems around us are breaking down faster than we can adapt. Enter Sundee Williams, an AI implementation technologist with...

Show Overview: This week, Anne Murphy and Kyle Shannon welcome My Luu and Amber Trivedi to explore how AI can guide young people through life’s biggest questions—starting with “Who am I, and what should I do next?” They share the origin story of LifeSpark Labs, how their immersive game blends self-discovery with practical career skills, and why they believe work and wellbeing should never be separ...

SHOW OVERVIEW: Most AI systems still reflect a narrow picture of intelligence. In this conversation, Vanessa Chang invites us to widen that frame — asking what might change if we included more ways of knowing and thinking. What strengths do women and other underrepresented voices bring to that shift? And how can we work with AI in ways that keep us connected to, rather than distanced from, our mos...

Our Guest: Leon Furze is a consultant, best-selling author, and PhD candidate with more than fifteen years in secondary and tertiary education. Based on a working farm in southwest Victoria, Australia, Leon brings both global perspective and grounded experience to his research on the impact of generative AI on how—and why—we write. Show Overview: On August 6, Leon will join Anne Murphy and Kyle Sh...

Our Guest: Tam Nguyen, Founder of Dawn Again AI, brings a rare mix of accounting, automation, and systems design to the table. Her work helps teams adopt AI in ways that are genuinely useful. Show Overview: In this episode, Tam shares how she went from spreadsheets and consulting to helping businesses design AI-powered systems that actually work for people. With a focus on sustainable, human-cente...

🎧 About the Episode: Matt talks with Kyle Shannon and  Gwyn Chafetz  (standing in for Anne Murphy) about the real-world challenges teachers face and how AI can actually help—without replacing the human touch that makes education meaningful. From his classroom in Pennsylvania to online workshops for teachers and school leaders, Matt brings a fresh, honest perspective on how educator...

👤 Our Guest: This week, we're joined by Vikki Baptiste — Chief Digital Alchemist at 3 Bees Digital, AI image wrangler, and creator of curious tech things. If you’ve wandered into the quirky corners of the internet, chances are you’ve seen her work. Vikki shares her thoughts at vikki.wiki and collects titles with the flair of a digital Pokémon trainer. 🎧 About the Episode: In this episode, Anne M...

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗜 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝘆𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗸 Join hosts Anne Murphy (She Leads AI) and Kyle Shannon (The AI Salon) for a high-energy, practical show with Tyler Fisk, CEO & Co-Founder of AI Build Lab. Tyler’s been “building the plane while flying it” for over 20 years—and now, he’s helping entrepreneurs do the same with AI. From greenhouse manufacturing to e-commerce, Tyler’s approach fu...

This week on The AI Readiness Project, hosts Anne Murphy and Kyle Shannon welcome Tara Bonhorst, founder of Do That Dave, a company dedicated to helping aspiring entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life. With a background in learning design, Tara is on a mission to make AI tools approachable and practical, empowering creators to move from inspiration to real-world outcomes. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗜𝗻? Hear how Ta...

How do you integrate branding, intuition, and automation without compromising your voice or values? In this episode of The AI Readiness Project, we welcome Marisol Rios—better known as The AI Witch—for a conversation about how AI can be a tool for self-expression and business transformation. With a background in digital strategy, visual design, and mystical practice, Marisol brings a thoughtful pe...

In this no-guest episode of The AI Readiness Project , Anne Murphy and Kyle Shannon dig into the real obstacles keeping people from embracing AI—fear, overwhelm, and the “I’ll deal with it later” mindset. They share candid stories, hard truths, and a new framework called Feed Your Prompt , designed to help you get the most out of yourself with AI. From janky tech moments to practical strategies fo...

Join us for a dynamic episode of The AI Readiness Project with Christian Robins, Chief Creative Officer and co-founder of 11 Dollar Bill, and co-founder of Agent11. Christian brings over 25 years of experience at the intersection of design, visual effects, and emerging tech—and he’s now guiding creative teams through real-world adoption of AI tools inside high-pressure production environments. Thi...

Join us for an inspiring show with CJ Fletcher, generative artist and improviser, as we explore the intersection of creativity, identity, and machine-made art. Based in Denver, CJ uses AI tools to translate internal stories into vivid visuals, blending corporate elegance with the edge of speculative fiction. In this conversation, we’ll dive into how culture, code, and narrative converge—and why st...

Join us for a timely show featuring Tracey “the Safety Lady” Hawkins, a veteran safety educator and AI cybersecurity advocate, as we dive into how individuals and organizations can stay secure in the age of generative AI. Tracey brings decades of hands-on experience helping people manage risk, now applied to the new frontier of deepfakes, scams, and psychological safety in tech-driven workplaces....

Join us for a rich and refreshingly real conversation with Hunter Lee Canning, Chief Creative Officer of Plumwheel—the “production studio that fits in your pocket.” From Broadway stages to browser tabs, Hunter blends storytelling, visual creativity, and technical playfulness to explore one of today’s biggest questions: Can AI help us show up more fully, or does it risk erasing what’s real? In this...

In this deeply honest and energizing episode, Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy sit down with Michelle Muncy-Silva—educator, podcaster, and founder of Empowered by AI . Together, they explore what it means to unlearn outdated beliefs, reconstruct personal limitations, and use AI not just as a tool, but as a trusted thought partner. Michelle shares her own journey from burnout to curiosity, explaining h...

This week on the AI Readiness Project, we’re joined by Halima Muhammad , AI Artist, Technologist, and founder of byH, a creative agency helping artists and entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life through AI-powered branding, storytelling, and automation. Halima brings a rare mix of technical fluency and creative force, with more than 20 years of experience spanning full-stack development, visual a...

AI and Accessibility: Embracing Neurodiversity This week on the AI Readiness Project, host Anne Murphy sits down with Angelina Martin, CEO of Online Media Solutions, to explore how an AI mindset can support neurodiverse professionals—particularly those navigating ADHD—in adapting to a fast-paced, tech-driven world. (Kyle is away this week!) With over a decade of experience in strategic communicati...