Impact of AI:Explored

In this interesting episode of Impact of AI: Explored, Gerjon and James talk with Rich  Gibbons  - Head of FinOps, GreenOps, and Microsoft Intelligence at Synyega (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-gibbons-microsoft-licensing/). Rich discusses Microsoft's new consumption-based AI licensing models, including CoPilot, CoWork, and Scout, and explores their implications for organizations. We delve...

In this insightful episode of Impact of AI: Explored, Gerjon and James talk with Louise Humpingon (https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisehumpington/). We explore the strategic positioning of tech giants in AI governance, the importance of accountability, diversity, and responsible deployment of AI technologies. Lousie shares her diverse background from philosophy to AI governance, emphasizing the need...

In this episode of Impact of AI: Explored , Gerjon and James talk with Paul Slater -  Principal AI Technologist at Adobe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-slater/). We discus the often overlooked costs of AI, including human, environmental, and societal impacts. We look at the importance of human control, responsible AI development, and maintaining human-centric values in the age of rapid AI evolu...

In this episode of Impact of AI: Explored , Gerjon and James talk with Rob Fawcett (The Human CTO) about the “boring but necessary” side of AI: governance, assurance and compliance. Rob explains why most organizations already have the skills from GDPR, ISO and data protection work – they just forget that AI is another governance problem, not a completely new universe. Topics we cover are the EU AI...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon sit down with Dave Brear, Citrix Account Technology Strategist (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davebrear/) to unpack the idea of an “AI second brain” and why chain of cognition matters in a world of instant AI-generated content.  They talk about “AI slop” and what separates truly valuable, story-driven content from meani...

In this episode we’re at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium at Hello AI Summit 2026 and James has a chat with Dan Boyles - Global AI stratigist and Founder at Hello AI (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danhelloai/), 11 months after he turned a rough idea into an AI summit. We dig into why most AI projects stall, how bad data and “glorified Google search” use cases kill ROI, and why fixing your data foundation...

Anxious about AI change? In this episode, Stephen Gresty - Coaching & Training Consultant MSc (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephengrestyroiltd/) joins James live from the Hello AI Collective Summit to explore how leaders can bring people with them instead of leaving them behind. We dig into why purpose matters more than tools, how to keep work meaningful when “AI is coming for my job” is on ev...

What happens when you put a CTO from professional football in a room and ask them to be honest about AI? Joe Darkins, CTO of Burnley Football Club, joins the show for a grounded, no-hype conversation about what it actually takes to deploy AI responsibly inside an organisation. We cover a lot of ground. Joe breaks down why aligning AI to real business problems matters more than chasing the latest c...

This episode with Phil Hobden Head of Customer Advocacy at Sage explores the realistic applications and limitations of AI in business, emphasizing the importance of good data, human oversight, and strategic integration. Phil shares insights on AI's role as a co-pilot, the necessity of foundational data, and the future of AI-driven efficiency. AI as a tool not a cure-all Importance of good dat...

In this episode of Impact of AI: Explored, Gerjon and James sit down with Matt Soltau,  Global Director of Strategy and Operations at IntelliIPaaS (https://www.linkedin.com/in/soltaumatt/) They unpack AI’s hidden sustainability problem and what enterprises can actually do about it. They dig into “digital waste” in the form of zombie jobs, legacy servers, data silos and endless file duplication, an...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon sit down with Seda Akdemir, AI strategist at Cisco IMEA (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedaakdemir/), to talk about moving beyond AI as a “shiny toy” into secure AI factories, real business value, and why generic AI strategies don’t work. We dive into how enterprises can build an AI-ready stack (networking, security, da...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a awesome guest: Bhaskar Barat Sawant - Lead Engineer | Solutions Architect | AI/ML & Cybersecurity | Azure Cloud | SaaS Platforms | Microsoft Certified (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaskar-bharat-sawant-533218122/) In this episode, we discuss the complexities and challenges of AI adoption in enterprises, emp...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode James O'Regan and Gerjon Kunst explore the emergence of OpenClaw, a personal AI agent that has gained significant attention for its capabilities and potential risks. They discuss its features, the rapid rise in popularity, and the security concerns associated with its use. The conversation also touches on the evolution of AI agent...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a awesome guest: Dr. Nikita Golovko - Certified ISAQB CPSA-F Architect/Cybersecurity expert & PSSE (ISC2 CC) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nikita-golovko/) In this conversation, we discuss the challenges and nuances of implementing AI in industrial settings. We look at the importance of bridging the gap bet...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Christiaan Brinkhoff - Cloud & AI Product Leader for Windows Cloud at Microsoft. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiaanbrinkhoff/) In this episode, we discuss how AI enabled Cloud PC's change the way we work. We look at the transformative impact of AI on productivity tools, compliance,...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Josh Woodruff  - founder, MassiveScale. AI (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshwoodruff/) In this episode, we explore the concept of Shadow AI, its implications for corporate governance, and the evolving role of security in AI adoption. Josh Woodruff, CEO of MassiveScale.ai, discusses the challenges...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast.  In this episode we show our presentation from EUC-Forum in London.  (original recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgaLhXCAiQ0). We review our previous predictions about AI's impact on various sectors in 2025.  We discuss the implications of AI in traffic management, security, and compliance, and delve into the ethical considerations surro...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Brian Madden  - VP, Technology Officer & Futurist at Citrix (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmadden/) In this episode we look back at AI development in 2025 and discuss the evolving landscape of AI, particularly its impact on productivity, the role of agentic AI, and the future of AI in the work...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode we explore the emerging landscape of AI browsers, discussing their benefits, risks, and future implications. we dive into how these browsers can enhance productivity while also raising significant security concerns. The discussion highlights the balance between leveraging AI for efficiency and the potential dangers of automation in sen...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Sairam Sundaresan AI Engineering Leader | Author of AI for the Rest of Us (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sairam-sundaresan/) In this conversation, Sairam Sundaresan discusses his work in autonomous driving and the challenges faced in AI development. He emphasizes the importance of understanding AI,...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Daniel Horowitz https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhorowitzseo?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app This episode is packed with actionable advice and fresh insights for anyone involved in digital marketing, content strategy, or curious abou...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode James and Gerjon have a special guest:  Maria Sukhareva - Principal Key Expert in Artificial Intelligence (https://www.linkedin.com/in/msukhareva/) In this episode, we discuss the AI bubble!  The hype surrounding AI technologies, and the actual value AI brings, particularly in coding. We talk about the unsustainable nature of investmen...

In this candid behind-the-scenes episode, we share our authentic podcasting journey that started with a beer-fueled decision in November 2023.  Just two end-user computing professionals with 20 years of experience each reveal the raw reality of podcast creation - from our first collaboration at an industry AI event to reaching 22 episodes and being heard across 53 countries and 414 cities!! We dis...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Femke Cornelissen - Chief Copilot @ wortell (https://www.linkedin.com/in/femcornelissen/) In this episode, we discus the importance of human influence in AI technology. The conversation explores how children are becoming more adept at technology, the need for organizations to adapt to AI, and the...

Welcome to the Impact of AI: Explored podcast. In this episode  James and Gerjon have a special guest: Michaell Magrutsche - Creativity-Awareness Educator (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellart/) In this conversation, we discuss the intersection of AI, creativity, and individuality. We look at the importance of a human-centric approach in a world increasingly influenced by technology. The discus...