Best Dave Dougherty Podcasts (2025)

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CR108: Season 5 Trailer, The future just dropped 4:53

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Dave, Esmee, and Rob are strapping in for another season of bold, brain-bending conversations—and they’re bringing the flux capacitor with them from Back to the Future. Season 5 beams in global leaders and innovators who challenge how we think about technology, business, and humanity. From AI disruption to digital sovereignty, from leadership to cu…

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Ep 61: Brand Hygiene in the Age of AI - Why Old Content Still Matters 28:23

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Dave and Alex get real about the “AI FOMO” era—why flashy tools and hypey ads won’t fix messy workflows, how automation platforms like Make, n8n, and Zapier actually help (and where they don’t), and what “mullet content strategy” means for brand hygiene and long-term reputation. From meta description fails to the risks of letting employees be your …

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Ep 60: Unlocking Productivity With AI - ChatGPT 5, Automations, and Career Growth 47:08

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In the latest episode of Enterprising Minds, the crew dives into a deep discussion on leveraging ChatGPT-5 and other AI tools to enhance productivity and career development. Alex updates the team on how using ChatGPT to create a 90-day plan has transformed his workflow, while Ruthi discusses setting boundaries to balance work and life effectively. …

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Illuminating Light - Jess Wade, Russell Foster and Bridget Christie 42:23

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What is light? How has it shaped our understanding of the universe, our biology, and even our culture?In this illuminating episode Brian Cox and Robin Ince shine a spotlight on the fascinating science and history of light. From sun and circadian rhythms to the dazzling complexity of quantum, they explore how humans have understood and been influenc…

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Ep: 59 AI, Authority, and the End of Clicks? The Future of SEO in 2025 40:34

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As AI continues reshaping the search landscape, SEO isn't dead — it's just evolving. In this episode, Dave Dougherty and Alex Pokorny explore the seismic shifts happening in search engine optimization in 2025. From Google's algorithmic chaos and AI overviews to user trust, content strategy, and the slow return of PR and long-form authority content,…

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Moths v Butterflies - Katy Brand, Jane Hill and Chris Jiggins 42:08

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What really separates a moth from a butterfly? Is it just a matter of day and night, or is there more to this fluttering feud than meets the eye?Professor Brian Cox and Robin Ince flap into the fabulous world of Lepidoptera with Professor Jane Hill, Professor Chris Jiggins, and comedian Katy Brand. Together, they chase colourful wings through scien…

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Technofossils - Sarah Gabbott, Mark Miodownik and Aurie Styla 42:26

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince dig deep into the strata of an imagined human history to unearth the curious concept of technofossils. Joined by paleobiologist Sarah Gabbott, material scientist Mark Miodownik and comedian and tech enthusiast Aurie Styla the panel unearth how the everyday objects that we throw away today compare to fossils of the past. Tog…

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Ep 58: Marketing Career Transitions 42:15

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, Alex, Ruthi, and Dave discuss the rapidly evolving job market for marketers and how you can adapt to it. The discussion explores the amount of times you can expect to get laid off, how many companies you can expect to work for, and how to get the experiences you need for a job if you can't get hired without th…

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The Mighty Spud - Sandy Knapp, Glenn Bryan and Susan Calman 42:43

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Robin Ince and Brian Cox get out the ketchup and peel back the layers of one of the most versatile and beloved foods - potatoes. From the science of starch to the surprising role potatoes have played in history, we’re digging deep to uncover the truth behind the mighty spud.Chipping into the conversation are botanist Sandy Knapp, geneticist Glenn B…

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CR107: Reflecting on Season 4 – Highlights what we learned, loved and are planning next 1:31:46

2M ago1:31:46

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Dave, Esmee, and Rob take a moment to look back on the wild ride that was Season 4—revisiting the themes that sparked the biggest conversations and the guests who left a lasting impression. They also reveal what’s on their summer to-do lists and drop a few juicy hints about what’s coming in Season 5. Get ready—it’s going to be even bigger and bolde…

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How to Build the Perfect Athlete - Helen Glover, Hugh Dennis, Steve Haake and Emma Ross 42:22

2M ago42:22

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince are limbering up for a high-performance episode all about what it takes to build the perfect athlete.Joining them on the track are physiologist Dr Emma Ross, sports engineer Professor Steve Haake, Olympic rowing legend Helen Glover, and comedian Hugh Dennis - who’s getting into gear and reliving his cycling adventures in th…

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Ep 57: HR and AI - Feeding the Machine Without Starving Ethics 45:06

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How do you balance innovation and caution in the age of enterprise AI? In this lively and thought-provoking episode of Enterprising Minds, hosts Dave Dougherty, Ruthi Corcoran, and Alex Pokorny dive into the complexities of AI in HR—from data privacy dilemmas to tool adoption challenges. Should you feed proprietary or personal data into AI tools? W…

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CR106: Changing nature of large scale apps with Timo Elliott SAP 1:02:41

2M ago1:02:41

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The rise of structure software fueled globalization by streamlining operations across borders. Now, Cloud and AI are accelerating this momentum, enabling faster innovation, smarter decision-making, and scalable growth. By modernizing ERP with intelligent technologies, organizations can stay agile, competitive, and ready for the next wave of global …

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Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies 42:46

2M ago42:46

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince blast off into a cosmic controversy as they ask, should humanity become an interplanetary species? At Harwell Campus, a space science innovation hub, they’re joined by astronaut Tim Peake, biologist and Royal Society prize winning author Kelly Weinersmith, and comedian Alan Davies to explore the science, ethics, and challen…

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CR0105: How little we still understand about GreenOps with James Hall, Green Pixie 32:39

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GreenOps is a cultural transformation that empowers developers to turn emissions data into meaningful action, bridging the communication gap with ESG teams and exposing the critical truth that cloud cost and carbon cost are not the same, which fundamentally reshapes how we approach sustainable IT. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to James Hall, …

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201st Birthday Bonanza - Mel Giedroyc, Deborah Meaden and Nish Kumar 42:35

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Get ready for a landmark episode of The Infinite Monkey Cage as we celebrate our 201st show! Brian Cox and Robin Ince invite a lively panel of celebrity guests to pose their burning scientific questions to a top-tier team of scientists.Mel Giedroyc is tunnelling into the world of engineering, asking how we build and operate trains under some of the…

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Ep 56: Workflows vs Agentic AI – What's the Real Gap? 47:34

2M ago47:34

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In this episode of Enterprise Minds, hosts Dave Dougherty, Alex Pokorny, and Ruthi Corcoran explore the evolving discussion around agentic AI and its current state. They dissect the difference between longstanding automated workflows and the emerging (yet often overstated) promise of agentic AI—technology that can reason, act, and learn independent…

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CR104 Quantumania part 2 with Catherine Vollgraff Heidweiller and James Goeders, Google Quantum AI 1:03:09

3M ago1:03:09

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Quantum computing in 2025 is rapidly advancing toward commercialization, with breakthroughs in algorithms, scalable hardware, and cloud-based quantum services driving real-world applications across finance, healthcare, logistics, and cybersecurity This week, Dave, Esmee, and Rob dive into the cutting edge of quantum computing with Catherine Vollgra…

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CRSP06 Bonus Telecom special: Big Frontiers of the Telecoms Industry, Vivek Badrinath, GSMA 49:41

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The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In this special bonus episode, building on our Reimagining Telecoms mini-series, we dive into the current opportunities shaping today’s dynamic te…

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Ep 55: Harnessing AI Tools - Insights, Use Cases, and Future Prospects 38:09

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In this episode of the Enterprising Minds podcast, co-hosts Ruthi Corcoran and Alex Pokorny dive deep into the evolving world of AI tools. From personal applications, such as sunscreen research and interior design experiments, to professional use cases that revolutionize marketing workflows, they explore the real-world implications of integrating A…

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CR103: Cloud on the rocks [AAA]: Transformation into a product-driven enterprise 1:02:03

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[AAA] In 'Access All Areas' shows we go behind the scenes with the crew and their friends as they dive into complex challenges that organizations face—sometimes getting a little messy along the way. This week, we address the ‘big rocks’ that can obstruct or delay successful outcomes in organizational transformations. Dave, Esmee, and Rob are joined…

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CR102: Tattoos, Tech, and Teams, what ink means in the age of AI with Jitske Kramer, Corporate Anthropologist 56:30

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Every organization is built on people, structures, and culture. But culture isn’t static—it evolves with every interaction, ambition, and shift in circumstance. As IT drives business transformation, new technologies reshape how people connect and collaborate. In this ever-changing landscape, a strong, adaptive culture is the key to lasting success.…

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Ep 54: AI's Tipping Point - Exploring Critical Mass 41:39

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Welcome to the latest episode of Enterprising Minds! In this episode, the entire crew dives deep into the current state of AI adoption and its impact on work and productivity. Alex kicks things off by asking whether we're near the 'critical mass' point where the widespread access to AI tools like ChatGPT is leading to meaningful output. The team ex…

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CRSP05: Reimagining telecom industry pt.5 - Growth with Nik Willetts, TM Forum 38:43

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The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplificat…

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CR101: The legacy of three centuries of innovation with Sandeep Seeripat, CIO at Twinings 56:40

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Traditional businesses are transforming to enhance consumer engagement and operational efficiency by integrating advanced technologies, helping them stay competitive in the digital age; how can technology best support this transformation? This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Sandeep Seeripat, CIO at Twinings about how the 300-year-old tea company…

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Ep 53: AI Playground - Discovering Creative and Strategic Uses 41:42

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In Episode 53 of Enterprising Minds, hosts Dave Dougherty and Alex Pokorny take us into the AI Playground — a space where creativity meets strategy. From text-based RPGs and WWII battle simulations to public speaking and marketing strategy, this episode dives into surprising, fun, and impactful ways AI is being used beyond the typical productivity …

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CR100: Intelligence age ethics (in 2025) with James Wilson and Philip Harker [AAA] 1:11:13

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[AAA] In 'Access All Areas' shows we go behind the scenes with the crew and their friends as they dive into complex challenges that organisations face—sometimes getting a little messy along the way. This week, in what may or may not be our 100th episode, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to James Wilson, AI Ethicist and Lead Gen AI Architect and Philip Hark…

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CR099: UK Government sustainability & AI with Liam Walsh and Paul Mukherjee, Defra 40:22

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Understanding the true environmental cost of digital innovation is crucial for governments aiming to embed sustainability into their digital delivery processes. Governments are embedding sustainability into the heart of digital delivery. Can governments ensure that their digital advancements contribute positively to the environment while maintainin…

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Ep 52: Navigating the World of Freelancing - Business Development and Pricing Strategies 33:12

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In this episode of Enterprising Minds, Dave, Alex, and Ruthi dive deep into the realities of freelancing—from initial struggles and business development to pricing strategies and the art of building lasting client relationships. Alex shares hard-earned lessons from years in digital marketing and SEO freelancing, revealing how he navigated subcontra…

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Cloud Realities

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Enterprising Minds

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The Infinite Monkey Cage

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CR108: Season 5 Trailer, The future just dropped 4:53

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Ep 61: Brand Hygiene in the Age of AI - Why Old Content Still Matters 28:23

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Ep 60: Unlocking Productivity With AI - ChatGPT 5, Automations, and Career Growth 47:08

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Illuminating Light - Jess Wade, Russell Foster and Bridget Christie 42:23

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Ep: 59 AI, Authority, and the End of Clicks? The Future of SEO in 2025 40:34

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Moths v Butterflies - Katy Brand, Jane Hill and Chris Jiggins 42:08

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Technofossils - Sarah Gabbott, Mark Miodownik and Aurie Styla 42:26

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Ep 58: Marketing Career Transitions 42:15

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The Mighty Spud - Sandy Knapp, Glenn Bryan and Susan Calman 42:43

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CR107: Reflecting on Season 4 – Highlights what we learned, loved and are planning next 1:31:46

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How to Build the Perfect Athlete - Helen Glover, Hugh Dennis, Steve Haake and Emma Ross 42:22

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Ep 57: HR and AI - Feeding the Machine Without Starving Ethics 45:06

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CR106: Changing nature of large scale apps with Timo Elliott SAP 1:02:41

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Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies 42:46

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CR0105: How little we still understand about GreenOps with James Hall, Green Pixie 32:39

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201st Birthday Bonanza - Mel Giedroyc, Deborah Meaden and Nish Kumar 42:35

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Ep 56: Workflows vs Agentic AI – What's the Real Gap? 47:34

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CR104 Quantumania part 2 with Catherine Vollgraff Heidweiller and James Goeders, Google Quantum AI 1:03:09

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CRSP06 Bonus Telecom special: Big Frontiers of the Telecoms Industry, Vivek Badrinath, GSMA 49:41

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Ep 55: Harnessing AI Tools - Insights, Use Cases, and Future Prospects 38:09

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CR103: Cloud on the rocks [AAA]: Transformation into a product-driven enterprise 1:02:03

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CR102: Tattoos, Tech, and Teams, what ink means in the age of AI with Jitske Kramer, Corporate Anthropologist 56:30

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Ep 54: AI's Tipping Point - Exploring Critical Mass 41:39

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CRSP05: Reimagining telecom industry pt.5 - Growth with Nik Willetts, TM Forum 38:43

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CR101: The legacy of three centuries of innovation with Sandeep Seeripat, CIO at Twinings 56:40

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Ep 53: AI Playground - Discovering Creative and Strategic Uses 41:42

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CR100: Intelligence age ethics (in 2025) with James Wilson and Philip Harker [AAA] 1:11:13

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CR099: UK Government sustainability & AI with Liam Walsh and Paul Mukherjee, Defra 40:22

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Ep 52: Navigating the World of Freelancing - Business Development and Pricing Strategies 33:12