Best Kieran Gilmurray Podcasts (2025)

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Why Digital Workers Can Finally Handle The Boring Stuff So You Can Do The Valuable Work 12:51

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Forget brittle rules that collapse on the first exception. We dive into agentic AI for HR and L&D and show how goal‑driven digital workers can process CVs, update HRIS records, draft communications, and handle follow‑ups while staying within clear guardrails and audit trails. Instead of chasing speed for its own sake, we make the case for redesigni…

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If AI Eats The Routine, What Human Skills Survive? 16:42

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The hype cycle is over; the accountability era has arrived. We unpack how gen AI has moved from pilots to proof, with daily use now common among senior leaders and measurable ROI becoming the standard. Pulling from the Wharton GBK Collective’s year‑three findings, Google Notebook LMs agents trace the three waves of adoption and show why “accountabl…

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58 | Kuba Czubajewski on Building Human-AI Content Systems 41:43

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What happens when you blend human creativity with AI precision? Kuba Czubajewski, founder of Story Angle, reveals the system behind scalable content that doesn’t sound robotic. In this episode, Audrey Chair dives deep with Kuba into B2B content strategy, positioning, and the real reason most AI-generated posts fall flat. Discover how to use AI assi…

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From Tools To Teammates: How Agentic AI Rewrites Work And Society 20:01

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The promise of autonomy just got practical. We explore how agentic AI moves beyond passive automation to become a goal-driven collaborator that plans, adapts, and coordinates at human and machine scale. From UPS’s ORION saving millions of miles to smart factories reducing downtime and energy use, we lay out the concrete ways agents optimise complex…

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From Hype To Habit: How Leaders Turn AI Into 30% Productivity Gains 4:13

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The ground just shifted under every boardroom and team room: AI isn’t a side experiment anymore, it’s a core business tool changing how work gets done. We trace the acceleration in adoption and show why hands-on leadership—not memos—separates winners from watchers. From marketing and legal to operations and customer support, we walk through concret…

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Practical AI Governance For HR 16:59

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AI is already inside your organisation, whether leadership has a plan or not. We unpack how HR and L&D can turn quiet workarounds into safe, transparent practice by pairing thoughtful governance with practical training. From the dangers of Shadow AI to the nuance of enterprise copilots, we share a clear, humane path that protects people while unloc…

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Dr. Jack McCallum - Outsourcing Cognition - How AI is Physically Changing Our Minds 25:56

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In this Redefining AI episode, host Lauren Hawker Zafer welcomes Dr. Jack McCallum: neurosurgeon, historian, and AI entrepreneur for one of the most fascinating conversations yet. With his rare blend of medical, historical, and technical expertise, Dr. McCallum explores how artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming our tools, but rewiring our…

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Leading AI Starts With Behaviour, Not Code 2:59

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The promise of AI isn’t stalling because the models are weak; it’s stalling because our leadership habits are. We open the hood on why executives talk about stewardship and enterprise health while managers feel like they’re juggling a second job just to keep up, then add AI on top. The tension isn’t about tools. It’s about incentives, silos, and th…

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Fractional Power For Growing SMEs 17:34

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What if you could borrow a battle-tested executive exactly when you need them and only for as long as it takes to move the needle? We pull back the curtain on fractional leadership for SMEs, focusing on the people side of change where complexity lives and value compounds. TLDR / AT A Glance: • What fractional leadership is and why it matters for SM…

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Why Executive Fear, Not Technology, Holds Back AI Success 2:22

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Fear rarely announces itself; it hides behind control, certainty, and the urge to delay. We sit down with expert CPO Brian Parks to unpack why artificial intelligence stalls in boardrooms not because of model limits, but because of leadership habits shaped by pressure, incentives, and ambiguity. Rather than chasing the newest tool, we explore how f…

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How The Next Workforce Will Redefine Business With Everyday AI 2:47

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Forget “early adopters.” A new cohort arrives at work expecting intelligent tools by default. We unpack what it means to hire and lead AI natives—the people who open ChatGPT before Google, who treat Grammarly and Canva as standard kit, and who view AI not as innovation but as basic competence. Their expectations are clear: recruitment that feels in…

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Spotlight Eleven - Outsourcing Cognition - How AI Is Physically Changing Our Minds with Dr. Jack McCallum (MD PhD) 4:59

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In this Redefining AI Spotlight episode, host Lauren Hawker Zafer welcomes Dr. Jack McCallum — neurosurgeon, historian, and AI entrepreneur for one of the most fascinating conversations yet. With his rare blend of medical, historical, and technical expertise, Dr. McCallum explores how artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming our tools, but r…

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Agentic AI, Explained Simply 19:28

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The day starts with pings, alerts, and an inbox that won’t quit—yet nothing meaningful moves. We set out to change that by exploring agentic AI: systems that don’t wait for prompts, but act within clear boundaries to learn your preferences, anticipate needs, and take initiative on the work that drains your focus. TL;DR: Agentic AI defined as autono…

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Lead AI by Leading People 26:21

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The loudest voices say AI will fix everything; the quieter truth is that behaviour, incentives, and trust decide whether it works at all. We sit down with CPO Brian Parkes to get past the noise and talk about what actually moves an organisation from AI theatre to real outcomes. Fear, imposter syndrome, and quarterly pressure make leaders cling to c…

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From hype to habits: making AI safe, useful, and fair at work 13:31

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Everyone wants the upside of AI; few talk plainly about the downside. We open the box and lay out the real risks HR and L&D teams face—data security, access control, vendor exposure, algorithmic bias, and the slippery problem of hallucinations—then build the guardrails that let you ship with confidence. Governance isn’t a brake pedal; it’s the seat…

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Inside Uber’s Machine-Managed Workforce And What It Means For Work 3:08

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Your boss might already be a line of code. We dive into the world of algorithmic management through the lens of Uber, where software now assigns rides, sets prices, monitors performance, and effectively manages millions of drivers at once. The draw is obvious: lightning-fast decisions, tighter demand–supply balance, and shorter passenger wait times…

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The $5 Trillion Shift To AI-Driven Buying 16:23

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Imagine never opening twenty tabs to compare flights, hotels or warranties again. Instead, an AI agent that understands your budget, tastes and timing quietly negotiates on your behalf, bundles the best options and asks for approval only when it truly matters. That’s the leap from automation to delegation—and it’s poised to reshape retail at global…

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What happens when HR stops guessing and starts predicting with AI and analytics 17:30

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Guesswork is expensive. We dig into how HR and L&D can turn everyday signals—surveys, onboarding chats, training feedback, and attrition patterns—into reliable foresight with the help of AI. The goal isn’t flashy dashboards; it’s fewer surprises, smarter hiring, clearer development paths, and decisions that hold up under pressure. TL;DR: Why HR dat…

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AI, Explained Simply 4:10

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Curiosity meets clarity as we unpack what AI really is, why it matters today, and how it quietly powers so much of modern life. From the messages you send to the movies you stream and the scans your doctor reads, we trace the path from decades of research to the tools now shaping daily choices. TL;DR: Foundations of machine learning and deep learni…

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57 | Frederic Bonifassy on AI-Powered Job Search Strategies 45:44

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Frederic Bonifassy built a global career by ignoring the job boards — and now he helps others do the same. In this episode, he shares how he integrates AI at every step of the job search process, from customizing CVs with ChatGPT to generating tailored value proposition decks using Gamma. With a track record of coaching senior professionals into ne…

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56 | Matt Barker on AI-Enhanced Copywriting and Content Strategy 45:15

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Matt Barker is a copywriter and content strategist helping founders and CEOs write fast, engaging LinkedIn content — and he's also an advisor at Magic Post, an AI-powered LinkedIn writing tool. In this episode, Matt shares how he built a million-dollar business from his laptop, why AI won't replace good strategy, and how creators can still stand ou…

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AI for HR and L&D: Start Small, Think Big 15:49

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Forget the hype around massive AI transformations and budget-busting implementations. What HR and L&D professionals truly need are practical, accessible solutions that address everyday challenges without requiring a computer science degree or extensive resources. TL;DR: Start with simple AI applications focusing on employment lifecycle pain points …

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Exciting New HI for HR and L&D Professionals Course 1:49

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Exciting New HI for HR and L&D Professionals Course: Ready to move beyond theory and develop practical AI skills for your HR or L&D role? We're excited to announce our upcoming two-day workshop specifically designed for HR and L&D professionals who want to confidently lead AI implementation in their organizations. Join us in November at the beautif…

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Coding the Future: How to Build AI Agents That Actually Work 18:47

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Artificial intelligence has entered a transformative era with autonomous agents now handling everything from customer service to supply chain optimization without human intervention. These AI systems represent a fascinating middle ground between rigid programming and emergent intelligence—and building them effectively requires understanding the ful…

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55 | How AI agents can transform B2B marketing by automating high-quality LinkedIn content and lead generation with Carolina Posma 38:42

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How do you scale thought leadership without burning out your team? Carolina Posner, founder of PostifAI, shares how AI agents are helping B2B companies turn their internal knowledge into consistent, effective LinkedIn content. In this conversation with Audrey Chia, she explains the difference between automations and true AI agents, what makes conte…

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AI and Humans: The Future of Hybrid Work 16:20

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Navigating the complexities of hybrid work remains a significant challenge for organizations worldwide. Four years into this working model, many still struggle with burnout, disengagement, and unclear policies. Employees come to the office only to continue remote working behaviours – like video conferencing with colleagues sitting just two desks aw…

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Navigating the Future: Inside the Explosive Growth of Agentic AI 43:52

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The AI agent revolution is here, transforming how businesses operate and compete in ways that were once confined to science fiction. From virtual assistants scheduling your meetings to sophisticated systems analyzing medical images with superhuman accuracy, these technologies are no longer experimental—they're driving real business value across ind…

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The Future is Now: How HR and L&D Professionals Can Master AI 23:15

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The rapid acceleration of AI adoption has created a turning point for HR and Learning & Development professionals. No longer can they afford to simply observe from the side lines – they must now actively lead their organizations through this technological revolution with confidence and strategic insight. TL;DR: HR and L&D practitioners need to be v…

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The $3 Trillion Question: Can AI Match Human Experts? 14:36

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What happens when AI attempts the same complex work as human experts with 14 years of experience? The answer might reshape our understanding of the economic future. TL;DR: GDP Val tests AI on complex, multimodal tasks requiring handling of CAD designs, spreadsheets, and presentations Tasks are created from actual professional work products that tak…

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AI Agents: Tomorrow's Business Revolution 30:17

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The business world stands at the precipice of an AI revolution. This episode explores how AI agents - software programs that understand, reason, act, and learn autonomously - are transforming industries and creating unprecedented opportunities. TLDR: • AI agents like AutoGPT demonstrate how AI can break tasks into steps and work independently • Hea…

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Gen Z, AI, and the Mindset Shift Every Leader Needs 1:46

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You know what really frustrates me? When I hear these endless statistics about young people being the most negatively impacted at work. Because if we keep repeating that story, we’ll start believing it. And then suddenly, no one hires them. Let me give you an example. My son’s 18. He works with me now. I handed him a task I thought would take days.…

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The Death of Organizational Charts in the AI Age 34:11

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Traditional organizational charts are strangling AI adoption. Ruslan Tovbulatov, CMO of Gloat, makes a compelling case for why companies must radically rethink their approach to work structures if they want their AI strategies to succeed. TLDR: The org chart was built for the industrial revolution's command-and-control management style AI implement…

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54 | Jared Bonila on Avoiding AI Hype and Finding Real ROI 47:03

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What makes an AI solution truly valuable to your business? In this episode of The AI Marketer’s Playbook, host Audrey Chia talks with Jared Bonila, founder of Job Genie and an AI consultant to top-tier firms across law, insurance, and private equity. Jared shares how he identifies real business problems worth solving with AIand why onboarding, work…

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AI Agents: Build, Deploy, Scale 25:46

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The landscape of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving from systems that handle specific tasks to agentic AI capable of making decisions, acting on complex objectives, and continuously learning. This shift presents extraordinary opportunities for organisations seeking to enhance efficiency and drive innovation – yet a striking gap exists betw…

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AI Agents: The New Workplace Partners 15:35

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Artificial intelligence has undergone a remarkable evolution, but agentic AI represents something truly transformative – autonomous systems that make decisions and take actions with minimal human oversight. This technology goes far beyond traditional automation to deliver something more akin to a collaborative partner than a simple tool. TLDR: Agen…

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Leaders must evolve or risk talent exodus in the AI revolution 16:56

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The technological landscape is rapidly evolving, and nowhere is this more evident than in the emergence of AI agents as integral team members across industries. This transformation demands a new breed of leader – one who can navigate the delicate interplay between human creativity and AI efficiency while fostering trust and collaboration. TLDR: AI …

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53 | Ross Symons on AI Adoption in Creative Agencies 40:22

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Are agencies keeping up with AI? Ross Symons doesn’t think so, at least not fast enough. In this episode of The AI Marketer’s Playbook, Audrey Chia speaks with the ZenRobot co-founder and educator about the real gaps in AI adoption across creative teams. Ross explains why most agencies are stuck between fear and confusion, what junior creatives are…

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52 | AI Adoption Strategies for HR Teams with Magdalena Orascanin 38:10

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Magdalena Orascanin, founder of Magnate HR, joins Audrey Chia at The AI Marketers Playbook to explore how HR leaders can integrate AI without losing the human touch. Drawing from her experience with global brands like Danone and LVMH, Magdalena shares practical use cases, cautions against over-relying on automation, and explains why empathy and com…

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From Chatbots to Digital Teammates: The Evolution and Future of AI Agents 30:01

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Artificial Intelligence has reached a pivotal turning point. Gone are the days when robotic process automation simply followed rigid, predefined paths. Today's AI agents represent a quantum leap forward - autonomous systems capable of reasoning, making decisions, and taking action without constant human guidance. TLDR: RPA 1.0 was never enough—we n…

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Gaurav Bhattacharya - From Saving Lives to 5M ARR - AI Sales, Founder Psychology and the Dark Side of Speed with Gaurav Bhattacharya 26:05

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Unlock the secrets of hypergrowth in SaaS with Gaurav Bhattacharya in this electrifying kickoff of our podcast series, hosted by Lauren Hawker Zafer. 🧠 Dive deep as we go beyond shortcuts to reveal what actually drives scale: from battling Silicon Valley’s “optimism vs. paranoia,” tackling burnout at $5M ARR in nine months, and founder pivots when …

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51 | Personal Branding that Converts with Thibault 44:38

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I joined Thibault Garcia on the B2B Talk podcast to chat about my journey growing from 0 to 50K followers on LinkedIn and how content built with AI (yes, really) helped fuel that growth. We dug into my approach to copywriting, how I train custom GPTs to sound more human, and why memes, red carousels, and clear positioning make all the difference. W…

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Would you trade five years of your life for the perfect look? 14:42

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What would you sacrifice for beauty? A year of your life? Your dream job? For millions worldwide, these aren't hypothetical questions. TLDR: 61% of women believe being beautiful provides better opportunities in life, up from 46% in 2004 Nearly 2 in 5 women would sacrifice a year or more of their lives to achieve their ideal appearance $305 billion …

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The Gift of Slack: Why Less Busy Means More Productive 24:40

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Finding balance in today's workplace is like solving a complex riddle. Leaders are caught in a constant tug-of-war between urgent short-term demands and the need for sustainable growth that empowers people. This tension defines the modern work environment, yet only 6% of organizations have mastered it. TLDR: Only 6% of organizations are making sign…

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Spotlight Ten - From Saving Lives to 5M ARR - AI Sales, Founder Psychology and the Dark Side of Speed with Gaurav Bhattacharya 0:51

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Spotlight Ten - From Saving Lives to 5M ARR - AI Sales, Founder Psychology and the Dark Side of Speed with Gaurav Bhattacharya Spotlight ten is a truly unique and insightful dive into building a SaaS venture and the 996 culture of Silicon Valley. Who is Gaurav? Gaurav Bhattacharya is a repeat B2B SaaS founder and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree who’s bu…

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50 | Peter Buch on AI Search and the New SEO 34:21

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Forget keywords, think content intent. Peter Buch, founder of Findable, joins host Audrey Chia to explore why AI search is changing the game for marketers. From his experience scaling Swelly to 10M users without paid ads, Peter understands how fast platforms evolve and how to stay ahead. He explains the difference between old-school SEO and today’s…

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The Rise of Agentic AI: Meet Your New Digital Workforce 38:08

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Kieran Gilmurray brings three decades of technology expertise to this fascinating exploration of AI's rapid evolution and its profound impact on business and society. With characteristic clarity, he cuts through the hype to deliver practical insights on how organizations and individuals can harness AI's transformative potential. tldr: Exploring age…

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49 | Turning AI Hype into Measurable Gains with Kieran Gilmurray 38:48

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In this episode of The AI Marketers Playbook, host Audrey Chia sits down with Kieran Gilmurray - top 50 global thought leader in Agent AI, GenAI, and manufacturing — to unpack the hype and reality of AI-driven business transformation. From the evolution of technology over the last 30 years to the rise of generative engine optimization (GEO) and age…

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Decoding AI: Behind the Technology That's Changing Everything 21:41

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The extraordinary evolution of artificial intelligence from academic theory to global phenomenon has forever changed how we view technology's potential. Drawing on insights from the World Travel and Tourism Council's comprehensive guide, partnered with Microsoft, we (or rather Google Notebook LMs digital AI podcasters) unpack the remarkable journey…

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Autonomous AI: The Future is Here 15:35

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Step into the future with this deep dive into the revolutionary world of Agentic AI by listening to Robert Plank narrate Chapter 5 of Kieran Gilmurray's book 'Agentic AI and the Future of Work : How Intelligent Agents will redefine roles, skills, and value'. Agentic AI is a technological marvel that goes far beyond traditional automation, operating…

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Agentic AI: How Autonomous Agents Are Revolutionizing Business Operations and Workforce Strategy 23:47

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Autonomous AI agents are no longer science fiction - they're reshaping entire industries right now, and business leaders who don't understand this shift risk being left behind. We dive deep into the world of agentic AI, exploring how these digital workers are revolutionizing everything from financial trading to healthcare diagnostics, manufacturing…