The Agentic Insider

We are thrilled to present a special co-promotion episode, bringing you a dynamic discussion from the Friendly Futurist: Towards Society 5.0 podcast featuring one of Iridius’s Co-Founders, Phillip Swan. Phillip joins Dave Monk to discuss agentic AI, the Iridius mission to provide safe and responsible AI solutions, and the challenges of AI hallucinations. He differentiates between generative AI and...

How can AI be a factor in creating positive social impact? Dhaval Patel, Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer at AI4Purpose Inc., joins the show to talk about the transformative potential of AI in healthcare and life sciences. With over 20 years of experience in data science and AI, Dhaval shares his personal journey and discusses the current state of AI adoption, its challenges, and the opportunities...

How can we make AI tools and education more widely available for all? Tess Posner, the Co-Founder and interim CEO of AI4All joins the show today to dive into AI education. Tess is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and an advocate for making the benefits of AI widely accessible and ethically applied. Tess discusses the origins and mission of AI4All, emphasizing the importance of AI literacy, inclu...

AI comes from a business-first strategy, not technology-first. Today’s episode features Todd James, a seasoned expert with 30 years of experience in information security, technology, data, and business consulting. Todd shares his visions for the future of AI, emphasizing the democratization of AI capabilities and the reduction of friction in organizational transitions. With a rich history in both...

What does the future of AI regulation look like? Today, we delve into revolutionary concepts surrounding AI and data with Peter Larsen (Chief Technical Officer) and Spencer Bentley (AI Technical Fellow). The discussion highlights the importance of training AI agents to operate safely within enterprises, emphasizing entitlements and permissions to prevent risks. The episode also covers the signific...

In the new world of AI, will you be a builder or a consumer? Robert Scoble, a prominent tech evangelist and futurist, joins The Agentic Insider today to discuss the rapidly evolving world of AI and its growing impact on various industries and consumer life. Robert shares his journey from building Apple II motherboards in 1978 to launching Siri and leading AI innovations. He focuses on emerging tre...

What does the future of responsible AI and quantum hold? Uli Homann, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, joins today to dive into some huge topics in the industry. With over 35 years at Microsoft, Uli shares invaluable insights into AI, big data, and the future of technology. Topics covered include Microsoft's AI strategy, the paradigm shift in AI, responsible AI, the potential of quantum compu...

“You need human-in-the-loop activities cause AI is still not that good yet.” Joining the podcast today is Doug Shannon, a two-time Top 25 thought leader and member of Forbes Technology Council to discuss the future he envisions with AI, emphasizing responsible data sharing and the educational approach in AI innovation. He explores the concepts of establishing AI centers of enablement, integrating...

AI solution factories vs agent factories: what’s the difference and what should you know about them? Today, Iridius’s AI Technical Fellow, Spencer Bentley, and Chief Technology Officer, Peter Larsen, join to explore how solution factories address broader business applications and multiple users, while agent factories focus on individual, narrowly scoped AI agents. Key topics include the reduction...

Why do so many companies struggle with moving beyond AI pilot programs into production? Cat Valverde, Founder of Enterprise AI Solutions, joins The Agentic Insider to provide real, actionable advice on how to ethically and equitably implement AI in your business. Cat shares her unique background and motivation for focusing on ethical AI, driven by her father's telemarketing practices. The discussi...

What if we've already lost control? Dr. Mark Brady, Deputy Chief Data Officer of TRMC at KBR Inc., unveils the two AI singularities that could redefine humanity's future. The episode dives into the significance of safe AI, exploring the six laws of safe AI and various facets of AI safety, such as the importance of safety objective functions and the challenges posed by AI evolution and machine lear...

“Data is the lifeblood of AI agents.” Is your data ready for the future of AI? Phillip and Alistair welcome William McKnight, President of McKnight Consulting Group and a leading global influencer in big data, data centers, cloud, and analytics, on the podcast today. William shares his insights on preparing enterprises for AI adoption, the importance of data accessibility, and the critical role of...

Will AI lead to a manufacturing resurgence in North America? According to Vlad Romanov, Founder and Manufacturing Executive of Solis PLC, that is the hope he has. He discusses the loss of manufacturing advantages in recent years and the potential role of technology, including AI and robotics, in enhancing competitiveness. The conversation covers topics such as the impact of AI on operational techn...

How can we build future-proof AI? It’s nearly impossible, but that’s something Phillip and Alistair touch on in this episode with Dr. Vinesh Sukumar, VP Head of Gen AI/ML Product Management at Qualcomm. Vinesh discusses the challenges and innovations in the Edge AI space, the significance of personalization, and the transition from static AI models to autonomous agents. He shares insights into the...

In celebration of Iridius winning their first award, Phillip and Alistair welcome the CEO, Mike Kropp, onto the podcast. The discussion reveals Iridius's recent achievement of winning their first award at the ISG AI Impact Summit in Boston, covering the experience and significance of this recognition. Mike shares insights from the event, including pivotal discussions on AI implementation, the role...

If you aren’t investing in AI, you’re going to get left behind. Today, Phillip and Alistair welcome Ray Ellis, Head of AI Security at Philip Morris International (PMI). Ray, an AI enthusiast with a background in information security, discusses his journey from the Royal Tank Regiment to leading AI security initiatives at PMI. He shares insights on AI-driven security strategies, the importance of g...

There is more to AI security than just technology! Taiye Lambo, a cybersecurity expert and the Founder and Chief AI Officer at Holistic Information Security Practitioner Institute, joins the podcast today to dive into AI security. Taiye discusses his background, including his role as the first CISO of Atlanta and his work with the Federal Reserve Bank. He delves into the future he aims to solve fo...

What happens when AI agents start filling the boxes on an organization's org chart? This week's episode tackles this question and many more, with guest Ron Schwartz, a change management guru and Founder of Brass Tacks, joining Phillip and Alistair. The discussion explores the changing dynamics of trust, culture, and control in a world where humans and autonomous agents are increasingly intertwined...

This week, Phillip and Alistair are joined by Katharine Reagan, Chief Revenue Officer at Iridius. The three reflect on the company’s first focus group that took place last week, which featured feedback from industry leaders, including Uli Homan of Microsoft. They discuss the significance of building AI solutions that are compliant and secure from the outset and the perks of their early access prog...

What does the future hold for AI integration and leadership? Today, Brian Evergreen, author of “Autonomous Transformation” and CEO of The Future Solving Company, joins the show with Phillip and Alistair. The trio explores Brian's journey in AI from Accenture to Microsoft, his groundbreaking strategies for AI implementation, and the essence of having a human-centered approach in technological innov...

Join Phillip and Alistair as they dive into a conversation with two experienced industry leaders from General Motors: Brian Ames, Senior Manager of Transformation and Enablement and Bob Rapp, AI Data Scientist. They discuss the transformative role of AI in industries, from enhancing everyday operations to revolutionizing data science. Highlights include the 'Gutenberg moment' in AI, the importance...

Dive into discussing the complexities and opportunities of AI implementation with Peter Larsen, the Chief Technical Officer at Iridius. Him, Phillip, and Alistair explore the challenges organizations face in AI adoption, such as governance, mitigation of bias, and model transparency. Peter shares insights into the importance of integrating AI while maintaining control and compliance, emphasizing t...

Spencer Bentley, AI Technical Fellow at Iridius, joins the show today to provide Phillip and Alistair with an AI reality check of their very own! The three of them discuss emerging AI trends and the complexities of AI integration, highlighting the importance of vigilance, context, and responsible use. Other crucial points include the growing significance of AI agents, the need for a clear, narrow...

Welcome to The Agentic Insider! Our first episode provides valuable insights from two of Iridius’ Co-Founders: Phillip Swan and Alistair Lowe-Norris. Together, they discuss the opportunity of AI today. They address the significant gaps in the AI industry regarding safety, responsibility, and trustworthiness. They discuss the challenges of implementing AI systems, including the importance of select...

Welcome to The Agentic Insider. Join host, Phillip Swan, each week to explore cutting-edge ideas and trends in AI and Data as well as hear from other industry thought leaders in the AI space. This podcast is brought to you by Iridius. AI —committed to Safe and Responsible AI innovation.