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Digitally Curious is a show all about the near-term future with actionable advice from a range of global experts. Order the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Who is your host, Andrew Grill? He’s the AI expert who speaks your business language. After 30+ years building tech solutions at companies like IBM and a range of high-tech startups, Andrew now helps executives navigate AI without getting lost in the complexity. He has held senior leadership roles, including Global Managing Partner at IBM , and has collaborated with C-suite teams from organisations such as Shell, Vodafone, Dell, SAP Concur, Nike, Nestlé, and the NHS. Andrew has delivered 7 00 keynotes in over 50 countries on topics such as generative AI, quantum computing, digital transformation, and the future of work. Ranked among the world’s top 10 futurist speakers and a finalist for AI Expert of the Year, in 2025, he was recognised on the AI 100 UK List as one of the country’s leading voices in responsible Artificial Intelligence. He is the author of Digitally Curious (2024), a bestselling guide to navigating the future of AI and technology, and host of the Digitally Curious Podcast (since 2019), where he translates complex trends into actionable insights. Andrew is a regular media commentator, featured on BBC Television & Radio , Sky News, LBC, and in publications such as the Financial Times , The Guardian, and The Economist. Find out more about Andrew at actionablefuturist.com
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My guest is Harriet Meyer — award-winning journalist (The Guardian, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph), AI trainer, and author of the AI for Media newsletter on LinkedIn. Harriet Meyer's career began in the early 2000s at the Daily Telegraph, chasing stories by phone and lunching with contacts. Today she trains media and communications professionals to use AI without surrendering the critical instincts that make great journalism great. In this conversation, Andrew and Harriet explore where AI genuinely helps newsrooms, where the red lines are, and what every curious professional can borrow from a journalist's toolkit. Key Topics Covered: How the UK Budget first showed Harriet what AI could do for journalists drowning in government documents Why journalistic scepticism is the perfect foundation for working intelligently with AI The shift from burying heads in the sand to genuine curiosity across newsrooms in 2025/26 Investigative AI wins: the New York Times and the manosphere; Swedish journalists cracking a 40-year-old cold case of an assassinated prime minister Why writing is still thinking, and how Whisper Flow changed Harriet's drafting process The fake experts problem, and why journalists are right to be wary How PR firms are moving from generic AI use to bespoke, client-specific workflows Being found by AI: Andrew's FAQ-and-schema strategy for AI-native discoverability The danger of young professionals offloading thinking to AI before they've built the underlying skills Using AI as a decision partner that surfaces the emotional impact of your work Harriet's Three Actionable Takeaways: Go deep and narrow, not wide and shallow — pick one specific use case (research, interview prep, analysis) and really master how AI helps there Learn the boundaries — test where it fails, check sources, push on quotes, find the gaps Build human review into the process — use AI as a thought partner, but keep your editorial judgement in charge at every stage Where to Find Harriet: LinkedIn: Harriet Meyer Newsletter: AI for Media on LinkedIn Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this special episode, Andrew is joined by Brett King — bestselling author, founder of the world's first mobile neobank Moven, and of Breaking Banks and The Futurists podcast . Two Australian futurists, one looking five minutes to 18 months ahead and the other five to 50 years, meet in London for a wide-ranging conversation about what is actually coming, and what you should do about it before your organisation is left behind. From the Alibaba AI that broke out of its test environment to mine Bitcoin, to the energy crisis quietly undermining Western AI ambitions, this episode covers the ground most AI conversations never reach. Whether you are a CEO trying to close the quarter or a board member wondering what quantum computing has to do with your cybersecurity strategy, this is the conversation that will change how you think about what comes next. In this episode, you will learn Why agentic AI is best understood through the story of a great executive assistant, and why between 2 and 15 billion AI agents could be deployed by 2030. How to give AI agents access to money without draining your bank account, and why stable coins and centralised action handlers are the emerging answer. Why the world will split into "smart economies" and traditional economies by the mid-2030s, and which side your organisation needs to be on. What "techno-feudalism" means, and why the US and GCC approaches to AI represent two completely different visions of the future. Why Q-Day — the point at which quantum computers can break current encryption — is now estimated at 2027 to 2029, and why most audiences have never heard of it. How to reframe the "AI will take your job" conversation, and why the right instruction to give anyone from a hairdresser to a board director is: focus on what you love and automate the rest. Resources Connect with Brett King at brettking.com Brett's podcasts: Breaking Banks and The Futurists at thefuturists.com Brett's company LumaBrush Medical at lumabrush.ai Bank 5.0 by Brett King — coming November 2026 Augmented: Life in the Smart Lane by Brett King Digitally Curious by Andrew Grill — curious.click/order "The organisations that fail at AI transformation aren't failing because they couldn't imagine the future — they're failing because nobody in the building was curious enough to act in the present." - Andrew Grill Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode, Andrew Grill sits down with Simone Carroll , one of the most distinctive executive voices on the future of work, to explore what really changes when AI arrives in your organisation. Simone has led people, technology, digital and brand functions through multiple waves of disruption, from print to digital, in‑store to omni‑channel, and fossil fuels to renewables. Together, we unpack her central provocation. Work has moved upstream. If you are not redesigning work around AI, you are already behind. You will hear why the real differentiator is not AI deployment speed, but how you redeploy human judgement to customers, operations, risk and cash, why boards must give explicit permission to innovate, and why HR is suddenly front‑and‑centre in strategy rather than stuck in the back office. This is a practical, candid conversation for CEOs, board members and HR leaders who want to move beyond the hype and start doing the real work of redesigning work in the age of AI. In this episode, you will learn What Simone means when she says “work has moved upstream” and why that should change your org design. Why the biggest commercial risk is letting your IP walk out the door, not “AI job losses”. How AI exposes massively inefficient processes – and what to do instead of just “digitising” broken workflows. The new, strategic role HR must play in leading AI literacy, policy and workforce redesign. Why boards need to give explicit permission to innovate and become AI‑literate themselves. How AI “demands better humans” and what that means for skills, careers and leadership. Resources Connect with Simone Carroll on LinkedIn Simone’s Substack on the future of work Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
What happens to a generation growing up with AI always on hand to do the thinking for them? That question sits at the heart of this episode, and few people are better placed to answer it than Tim Cook , an elementary school teacher in Amman, Jordan, who has spent over a decade in international classrooms across five countries. Tim writes the Algorithmic Mind column for Psychology Today , and his research on cognitive offloading and child development has been making waves well beyond the education sector. In Andrew's book Digitally Curious , he argues that curiosity and critical thinking are the most important skills in an AI-powered world. Tim's work takes that further, asking a harder and more urgent question: what if the generation now entering school never develops those skills in the first place? In this episode The classroom as laboratory. Tim has been noticing a shift in children's relationship with struggle for most of a decade. well before AI arrived. Cognitive atrophy versus cognitive foreclosure. An adult who offloads tasks to AI is atrophying a muscle they already built — it can be rebuilt. A child who offloads a task they have never learned is foreclosing a developmental pathway that may never form. The homogenisation problem. When a health teacher set a creative writing task designed to be AI-proof, 80% of students submitted the same Mission Impossible-style hero's journey narrative. The AI audit problem. To check AI output, you need domain expertise. But a child is still supposed to be building that expertise. You cannot audit what you do not yet understand — and so the substitution becomes foreclosure. AI as provocateur, not thinking partner. The goal is to use AI to surface your own expertise, not to let it generate the thesis. Cognitive Privacy. Tim introduces his Cognitive Privacy Project : AI is the first tool in human history to collect our cognitive behavioural data. Resources Tim Cook's Psychology Today column — The Algorithmic Mind Adults Lose Skills to AI. Children Never Build Them — Tim Cook, Psychology Today , March 2026 Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this season 8 opener of Digitally Curious, recorded live at the Roof Gardens in London, Andrew Grill is joined by leading human rights lawyer and author Dr Susie Alegre to ask a vital question: how do we stay human in the age of AI? Susie shares how the Cambridge Analytica scandal pushed her to focus on technology that “hacks humans” by profiling how we think, feel and vote, and why she believes this is a direct attack on our freedom of thought. Drawing on her books Freedom to Think and Human Rights, Robot Wrongs , she explains what the law already says about AI, why lawsuits against chatbot providers could be a turning point, and how the precautionary principle might apply to today’s systems. Andrew and Susie spoke about: Whether we’re in an AI bubble How over‑reliance on generative AI may erode critical thinking What AI should (and shouldn’t) do in sectors like law, medicine and hospitality Deepfakes, fraud, and practical ways to stay safe The episode concludes with some simple but radical advice: using AI more selectively, doubling down on human creativity, and choosing connection over automation will ensure we stay human. Resources mentioned Freedom to Think – Dr Susie Alegre Human Rights, Robot Wrongs: Being Human in the Age of AI – Dr Susie Alegre Digitally Curious – Andrew Grill Supremacy – Parmy Olson (on the rise of OpenAI and Google’s AI ambitions) Outliers – Malcolm Gladwell (10,000‑hour rule and expertise) Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode of Digitally Curious, host Andrew Grill sits down with Gill Switalski , CEO of Infrared Kinetics , to explore how cutting-edge infrared technology is revolutionising real-time tracking and data precision - not just in motorsport, but across a host of industries. Gill shares her journey from corporate lawyer to tech innovator, describing how curiosity, intellectual property expertise, and strategic partnerships have driven Infrared Kinetics’ success. Together, we dive into: The role of digital twins in bridging the physical and virtual worlds Why GPS is no longer sufficient and how infrared tech delivers robust, interference-proof data, even under extreme conditions How the company’s miniature, powerful tracking emitters are opening motorsport and STEM education to a global audience Real-world applications in smart cities, railways, defence, logistics, and the world’s first precision drone delivery Ways the business model is transforming revenues for sporting circuits and offering new opportunities in gaming, advertising, and sports betting Gill's vision for infrastructure that makes society safer, more efficient, and more inclusive More information IRK website Gill on LinkedIn Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
Two tech worlds meet to answer a pressing question: if AI can act for us, what should remain meaningfully human? In this episode, We've teamed up with Gareth Mitchell and Ghislaine Boddington from the Somewhere on Earth Podcast to compare notes on practical adoption, cultural nuance, and the messy, beautiful realities of bringing AI into daily life. Andrew Grill shares how enterprise leaders move from hype to “aha” moments, including a live case where a 17,000-cell SWOT analysis became actionable strategy in minutes. We dig into why projects stall—broken processes, outdated ROI, and thin literacy—and how smart training and transparent policies shift teams from pilots to outcomes. The conversation widens beyond boardrooms. Ghislaine traces the arc from early telepresence and immersive art to today’s “body in the digital,” where trust, intimacy, and presence underpin healthy human-machine collaboration. We examine digital human twins, agentic AI that makes decisions on our behalf, and the ethics of agents negotiating with each other. Expect clear takes on governance, transparency, and the line between pattern-matched empathy and the real thing. We also explore global perspectives: AI ethics in the Nordics, smart-city lessons from Singapore, manufacturing in Japan, and the access gaps that keep billions offline. Media and learning are transforming too. Universities are moving from AI bans to guidance that requires prompt and output documentation, building accountability and critical thinking. On the creator side, we look at AI in podcast production and the next step—personalized listening that adapts to knowledge and time. Along the way, we share recommended episodes, from Karen Jacobsen’s origin as the original Aussie Siri voice to Deborah Humble’s high-wire opera story packed with lessons in resilience and preparation. If you’re curious about technology but allergic to hype, this co-production brings grounded examples, human-centered design, and a global lens. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a practical AI playbook, and leave a quick review with your biggest “aha” or open question—what would you never let an AI decide for you? Resources mentioned Somewhere on Earth Podcast Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode of Digitally Curious, Andrew Grill speaks with Trevor Davis , renowned futurist and pioneer in big data, AI, and digital transformation about the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and the creative industries. Trevor shares insights drawn from decades of experience at the cutting edge, delving into the opportunities, challenges, and ethical dilemmas facing creative professionals in the age of “Createch.” Key Topics Trevor’s Journey: From material science, through leadership at IBM, to independent AI consultancy focused on creative industries. Defining Createch: Understanding where creativity meets technology, and how createch businesses differ from traditional creative firms. Industry 4.0 in Creativity: The impact of generative AI, digital twins, extended/virtual reality, blockchain, and 3D printing on artistic and commercial creative fields. Generative AI in Practice: How tools like ChatGPT, OpenAI Sora, and others are transforming animation, content creation, and writing. Tensions between democratisation of content and the diminishing role of creative gatekeepers. Sustainability & AI: Why most createch startups lack sustainability policies, and the significant environmental costs of digital production and AI. The growing need for responsible energy, water, and e-waste management in creative tech supply chains. Ethics & IP in Creative AI: Core dilemmas surrounding data usage, IP, and copyright in AI tools trained on creative works. The legal grey zones and the role of large publishers versus individual artists in rights advocacy. AI’s Role in Growth: Predictions for the UK creative sector to reach £300 billion by 2030, with AI and createch as catalysts. The shifting dynamics between brands and agencies as clients use generative tools for early-stage concept work. Agentic AI & The Future of Advertising: The emerging paradigm where AI agents transact and consume advertising—what it means for brands, agencies, and human creativity. Upskilling & Mindset: Why creative professionals must proactively adopt and experiment with AI tools—or risk obsolescence. Three actionable steps for creatives: deepen tool usage, stay informed via industry and technical sources, and build simple agents for hands-on learning. Quick Fire Round Favourite travel seat: aisle AI wish: automate laundry Most-used app: Things (for daily and long-term planning) Book recommendation: “Helm” by Sarah Hall Actionable tip: Don’t fear AI—explore, experiment, and keep learning. Resources Mentioned Guest website: curiousdemon.com Connect: T revor Davis on LinkedIn Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
How does a particle physicist end up shaping the UK Government’s approach to artificial intelligence? In this thought‑provoking episode, Andrew Grill sits down with Dr Laura Gilbert CBE , former Director of Data Science at 10 Downing Street and now the Senior Director of AI at the Tony Blair Institute. Laura’s unique career path, from academic research in physics to the heart of policymaking, gives her a rare perspective on how governments can use emerging technologies not just efficiently, but humanely. She shares candid insights into how policy teams think about digital transformation, why the public sector faces very different challenges to private industry, and how to avoid technology that dehumanises decision‑making. Drawing on examples from her work in Whitehall, Laura discusses the realities of forecasting in AI, the danger of “buzzword chasing”, and why the next breakthrough in Artificial General Intelligence might well come from an unexpected player, possibly from within government itself. This is a conversation for anyone curious about the intersection of science, policy, ethics, and technology, and how they can combine to make government more responsive, transparent, and human-centred. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How Laura Gilbert moved from particle physics research into government AI leadership The strategic role of AI in shaping modern policy and public services Why forecasting in AI is harder than it looks—and how this impacts decision‑makers The balance between technical capability and human‑centred governance Why governments must look beyond the tech giants for innovative solutions Lessons from the Evidence House and AI for Public Good programmes Resources Tony Blair Global Institute Website UK Government AI Incubator Laura on LinkedIn Raindrop.io bookmarking app Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode of Digitally Curious , host Andrew Grill, renowned futurist and author, sits down with Shannon Scott, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Product at Airwallex, one of the world’s fastest-growing FinTech innovators. Key Topics Covered: Shannon’s Journey: From rural Victoria to leading global product strategy at Airwallex, Shannon shares how his background in computer science and mechatronic engineering shapes his approach to building next-generation financial products. Engineering Mindset in Product Leadership: Discover how thinking from first principles and understanding technology “under the hood” enables Airwallex to deliver seamless, global financial services and challenge industry assumptions. AI’s Transformative Role in Financial Services: Explore how AI is not just automating traditional tasks like fraud detection and compliance, but fundamentally transforming business workflows, onboarding, and financial operations — turning hours of manual work into minutes. Agentic AI Explained: Shannon demystifies agentic AI, describing how autonomous AI agents can handle complex, multi-step financial processes, from vendor onboarding to payment reconciliation, and what this means for both large and small businesses. Trust, Explainability & Regulation: The episode delves into the importance of maintaining trust and explainability in AI-driven finance, the role of human feedback, and why robust regulation gives financial services a head start in adopting AI responsibly. Data as a Strategic Asset: Learn why proprietary, high-quality data is the new competitive edge in the AI era, and how modular, adaptable data infrastructure is critical for future-proofing financial services. The Future of Decision-Making: Andrew and Shannon discuss the evolution of AI from an operational tool to a strategic decision partner, capable of suggesting best practices, optimising approval flows, and proactively managing risk. Actionable Insights: Shannon shares three practical steps for listeners to better understand and leverage agentic AI in finance: Embrace podcasts and diverse learning sources Experiment with new AI tools and services Continuously question and seek better ways of working Resources Airwallex Website Shannon on LinkedIn Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode, Andrew Grill welcomes back Chris Juneau from SAP Concur to discuss the latest findings from the 2025 CFO Insights report, “Action for Growth.” The conversation explores the evolving role of CFOs, the growing impact of AI and automation in finance, and the introduction of new agentic AI capabilities within SAP Concur’s platform. Key Topics Covered Evolution of CFO Mindset: The shift from “repositioning for growth” to “action for growth” reflects CFOs moving from reactive strategies to actively driving business expansion. Expanded Research Scope: This year’s report surveyed not only 350 CFOs but also 115 HR and 150 IT leaders, providing a more holistic understanding of business pressures and cross-functional collaboration. Top Challenges for CFOs in 2025: Geopolitical tensions cited as the top external challenge by 37% of CFOs Concern over worsening economic conditions has declined A dramatic rise in manual processes as a pain point AI’s Transformational Role in Finance: Adoption of generative AI is now mission-critical for managing data overload and driving efficiency. AI is being used for forecasting, closing the books, fraud monitoring and creating new pricing models. SAP Concur’s “Verify” tool now automatically audits 100% of expense reports, with 97% requiring no human intervention. Agentic AI & SAP Joule: Introduction of “Joule,” SAP’s generative AI copilot, embedded across SAP applications. Joule automates mundane tasks, pre-audits expense reports, and provides real-time policy compliance checks. Joule acts as an agentic AI, orchestrating decisions and actions across multiple business processes, not just within finance. Integration and Real-Time Data: SAP Concur now integrates with payment providers like MasterCard and American Express to capture real-time authorisation data, streamlining expense reporting and improving categorisation. Data Privacy & Security: All financial data processed by Joule is contained within the customer’s environment and is not exposed to external AI sources. Data is anonymised when used for model training, ensuring compliance with strict privacy standards. Customisation & Future-Proofing: SAP’s Business Data Cloud enables organisations to unify and govern all SAP and third-party data, supporting custom AI queries across previously siloed data sets. Resources & Further Reading SAP Concur CFO Insights Report SAP Concur Blog Chris Juneau on LinkedIn Upcoming Events Catch Andrew Grill and Chris Juneau on stage at Fusion Exchange in London on June 12. Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
What happens when we prioritise innovation over ethics in AI development? For the 100th episode of the Digitally Curious Podcast, Kerry Sheehan, a machine learning specialist with a fascinating journey from journalism to AI policy, explores this critical question as she shares powerful insights on responsible AI implementation. Kerry takes us on a compelling exploration of AI guardrails, comparing them to bowling alley bumpers that prevent technologies from causing harm. Her work with the British Standards Institute has helped establish frameworks rooted in fairness, transparency, and human oversight – creating what she calls "shared language for responsible development" without stifling innovation. The conversation reveals profound insights about diversity in AI development teams. "If the teams building AI systems don't represent those that the end results will serve, it's not ethical," Kerry asserts. She compares bias to bad seasoning that ruins an otherwise excellent recipe, highlighting how diverse perspectives throughout the development lifecycle are essential for creating fair, beneficial systems. Kerry's expertise shines as she discusses emerging ethical challenges in AI, from foundation models to synthetic data and agentic systems. She advocates for guardrails that function as supportive scaffolding rather than restrictive handcuffs – principle-driven frameworks with room for context that allow developers to be agile while maintaining ethical boundaries. What makes this episode particularly valuable are the actionable takeaways: audit your existing AI systems for fairness, develop clear governance frameworks you could confidently explain to others, add ethical reviews to project boards, and include people with diverse lived experiences in your design meetings. These practical steps can help organisations build AI systems that truly work for everyone, not just the privileged few. This is an important conversation about making AI work for humanity rather than against it. Kerry's perspective will transform how you think about responsible technology implementation in your organisation. More information Kerry on LinkedIn Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
A phone call that changes everything. A seemingly impossible challenge. Hours instead of months to prepare. When mezzo-soprano Deborah Humble received that unexpected call from the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, she faced a career-defining decision: step onto the stage of the Sydney Opera House that very evening to perform Gustav Mahler's Second Symphony—a piece she had never fully sung before—or walk away from the opportunity of a lifetime. What followed was a whirlwind day of frantic preparation, from retrieving a discarded concert dress from a garbage bag in her car trunk to a 45-minute crash course with her vocal coach. With barely enough time to warm up, Deborah found herself standing before a sold-out audience at the Sydney Opera House, performing in a concert that was not only being live-streamed globally but also recorded by Deutsche Grammophon for worldwide release. The stakes couldn't have been higher. The pressure more intense. Yet amid the chaos, Deborah found clarity in a simple thought: "Simone wouldn't have asked you to step up if she didn't think you could do it." With the support of conductor Simone Young and drawing on decades of professional experience, Deborah delivered a performance that earned her a standing ovation and secured her place in Sydney Opera House history. This remarkable story transcends the world of classical music, offering powerful insights about preparation meeting opportunity, managing self-doubt, and having the courage to take calculated risks. As Deborah reflects, "We are capable of doing what we have spent our whole lives working towards." Her experience reminds us that behind every "overnight success" lies years of dedication, discipline, and determination—qualities that prepare us to seize extraordinary moments when they unexpectedly arrive. Ready to be inspired by a tale of remarkable courage under pressure? Listen as Deborah reveals what it truly takes to rise to an impossible occasion when everything is on the line. Find out more about Deborah Humble on her website . Listen to the recording here . Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
Welcome to Season 7 of the Digitally Curious Podcast. This show is a perfect compendium if you’ve bought the book of the same name, and if you haven’t grabbed yourself a copy, may I suggest that’s something you should consider investing in - just click here or ask for it by name wherever great books are sold. In today’s episode, we’re going back in time to an interview I conducted with David Shrier in late 2021 - well before ChatGPT hit the headlines. We discuss his book Augmenting Your Career: How to Win at Work In the Age of AI, and the book and our discussion are as relevant as ever, three years on. What I found interesting while editing the episode on New Year’s Day 2025 is that it’s an excellent discussion about the fundamentals of AI without the hype of ChatGPT and Generative AI David Shrier, a trailblazer in technology and educational innovation, joins us in dissecting the future of work in the age of artificial intelligence. His perspective on AI as "augmented intelligence" challenges us to rethink the relationship between humans and machines. With examples from around the globe, David advocates for AI literacy as a cornerstone of modern education, highlighting how nations like Denmark, China, and Singapore are setting benchmarks. This episode promises to enhance your understanding of how AI can be integrated into educational ecosystems and professional life, guided by insights from David's book, "Augmenting Your Career." Navigating the ethical landscape of AI is more important than ever, and we bring focus to the critical role of government regulators in this space. We dive into real-world examples, such as Google's image recognition failures, to underscore the importance of diverse data and ethical diligence. The conversation praises initiatives like those of the UK government and challenges the pitfalls of overregulation, drawing lessons from New York's BitLicense situation. ] Our discussion is a must-listen for anyone interested in how regulatory frameworks can either propel or stifle technological innovation. As AI reshapes the job market, we explore the shifting roles and opportunities emerging across various industries. From philosophy majors finding their niche in AI development to the resilience of healthcare and creative arts, there's a world of possibility awaiting those prepared to adapt. We also touch on corporate responsibility, using Accenture's workforce reskilling as a model for sustaining company culture amidst AI-driven changes. Discover practical strategies for staying ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape, emphasizing cognitive flexibility and continuous learning as keys to thriving in the digital age. More on David David on LinkedIn David's books Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode, we speak to Australia's first official astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, about her lifelong passion for space exploration and how she pursued her dream of becoming an astronaut. We also covered: The importance of international experience and cultural adaptability in the astronaut selection process and training The rigorous and diverse nature of astronaut training, including spacecraft systems, robotics, survival techniques, and more The exciting future of space exploration, including missions to the Moon and the scientific research opportunities on the International Space Station Advice for those interested in space-related careers, emphasizing the need for purpose-driven work and a willingness to step outside one's comfort zone We last covered space on the podcast in Season 4, Episode 3 - Space Based Solar Power . Quotable Quotes: "Working in an international environment from a project basis as well as from a life basis really made me say that there's lots of different kinds of engineers, lots of ways to culturally come to solutions." "Being an astronaut is bigger than the space sector. It's for many kinds of researchers, as well as raising the aspirations of the public as well." Resources: Katherine on LinkedIn Katherine on Instagram Katherine on Twitter Learn more about Katherine Bennell-Pegg and the Australian Space Agency at space.gov.au Explore the International Space Station and its scientific research here . Thank you to Katherine, Engineers Australia and Frank Gallagher for contributing to this episode. Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode, Andrew Grill sits down with Carol Howley, Chief Marketing Officer at Exclaimer, a leading email signature management company. Carol shares her extensive experience in B2B marketing, from her early days at Skyscanner to her current role at Exclaimer, where she has been instrumental in scaling the company's marketing efforts. They discuss a wide range of topics, including: Carol's Marketing Journey: From her start at Best Western Hotels to building the B2B arm at Skyscanner and her move into the tech-heavy world of Canonical (the company behind Ubuntu), Carol’s career path is full of insights for aspiring marketers. The Role of Exclaimer: Learn how Exclaimer helps organisations manage their email signatures centrally, ensuring compliance and branding consistency while also turning email signatures into valuable marketing real estate. Innovative Use Cases for Email Signatures: Discover how companies are leveraging email signatures for account-based marketing, customer feedback collection, and more. Challenges in Scaling Marketing Programs: Carol discusses the challenges she faced in scaling Exclaimer’s marketing efforts, particularly around change management and balancing short-term lead generation with long-term brand building. The Evolution of Buyer Behaviour: With buyers now doing up to 80% of their research before engaging with sales teams, Carol explains how Exclaimer is adapting to this shift by focusing on personalisation and delivering value at every touchpoint. B2B Influencer Marketing: Carol shares her thoughts on the growing role of influencers in B2B marketing, both formal and informal, and how they can help build credibility and trust in a crowded marketplace. The Power of Integrated Marketing Campaigns: Why integrating multiple marketing channels leads to higher success rates and how Exclaimer wraps potential customers in consistent messaging across various touchpoints. AI in Marketing: Carol highlights how AI is transforming marketing operations at Exclaimer, from automating routine tasks to analysing customer reviews for insights that drive product development. Join us as we explore the strategies behind successful B2B marketing campaigns and gain actionable insights from one of the industry’s leading voices. Key Takeaways: Email Signatures as a Marketing Tool: Email signatures can be more than just contact information; they are valuable real estate for promoting content, scheduling meetings, and driving engagement. Scaling Challenges: Change management is crucial when scaling a business. Building new channels and operational foundations requires buy-in from all stakeholders. Adapting to Buyer Behaviour: Modern buyers are more independent, often completing most of their research before contacting sales. Marketers need to focus on building trust early in the buyer journey. AI’s Role in Marketing: AI is not replacing marketers but enhancing their ability to scale operations and make data-driven decisions faster than ever before. More on Carol Carol on LinkedIn Exclaimer Website Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
Join Carolanne Ashley, co-host of the Your MindBody Link podcast , as we journey into the future of AI and unpack Andrew Grill's new book, Digitally Curious . Have you ever wondered how digital curiosity can shape your career? This episode promises to unravel that and more as we uncover the behind-the-scenes story of "Digitally Curious" and how Andrew's early experiments with technology and over 100 podcast interviews fueled its content. The episode examines groundbreaking technologies such as quantum computing and self-sovereign identity, discussing their imminent and profound impact on businesses. We also tackle the looming "Q-Day", and the need for organisations to prepare for a new era where quantum computers will challenge current data security measures. Find out how Andrew's experience speaking to corporate audiences as the Actionable Futurist, where he leaves them with five things to do next, spawned the "Curious Five", which is included at the end of every chapter, making it practical and actionable. Carolanne asks how AI can transform everyday workflows like never before, acting as an "always-on intern" to revolutionise business operations. Watch as the tables are turned, and the interviewer becomes the interviewee! More information Order Digitally Curious More on the book Your MindBody Link podcast Carolanne's website Carolanne on LinkedIn Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of the CFO is undergoing a transformative shift. As highlighted in a recent discussion on the Digitally Curious podcast with Chris Juneau , Head of Market Strategy for SAP Concur , CFOs are increasingly turning to AI to drive strategic growth and innovation. Many of you may already be using SAP Concur without realising it. When you book a trip, submit your expenses, or you use the brilliant traveller app Tripit, you’re using SAP Concur services. I spoke with Chris about a couple of recent reports from SAP Concur , one which looks at how CFOs are embracing AI, and another about how to measure and maximise the returns from AI. Key Insights from the CFO Insights Report: Rising Investment in AI: Despite 58% of CFOs admitting limited understanding of AI, investment in AI technologies has surged from 15% to 51% since 2023. This reflects a growing recognition of AI's potential to revolutionise financial processes. AI Applications in Finance: CFOs are leveraging AI for various applications, including journaling and bookkeeping (65%), financial planning (59%), and risk scenario planning (53%). These technologies are not only enhancing efficiency but also enabling more strategic decision-making. Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Education is key. SAP Concur is committed to educating financial leaders on AI applications, helping them ask the right questions and implement AI responsibly within their organisations. AI adoption is not just about cost reduction; it's about unlocking productivity gains and fostering innovation. By automating mundane tasks, CFOs can focus on strategic initiatives that drive business growth. So what can you do next? Educate and Empower: Continuously educate your teams on AI's potential and collaborate with technology partners to harness its full capabilities. Collaborate Across Functions: Partner with HR and IT leaders to ensure a holistic approach to digital transformation. Challenge the Status Quo: Always seek better ways to optimise business processes and drive strategic outcomes – start exploring your existing platforms and see if they can be enhanced by AI. Join us in exploring how AI is reshaping the role of the CFO and driving businesses towards a more innovative future. Resources Mentioned CFO Insights report: Repositioning for Growth CFO Insights report: How to Measure and Maximise AI Returns Concur Expense Chris Juneau on LinkedIn This is a paid partnership with SAP Concur. Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
Many will know that I’ve just published my new book, Digitally Curious : Your Guide to Navigating the Future of AI and All Things Tech, which is now available worldwide . The reception has been overwhelmingly positive, and I believe it is a book that will help many people better understand the technology surrounding us. I’ve already been interviewed on several podcasts about the book, and you can find links to these below. I wanted to showcase the book on the podcast, but it would be strange for me to interview myself. I recently presented at the Skillsoft London Perspectives event at the Shard on “The future of work in the age of AI.” I always strive to present the latest thinking in my keynotes, and as part of my research, I wanted to try out the new Google product Notebook LM, which stands for Notebook L anguage Model. You can access it via notebooklm.google In Google’s own words: NotebookLM is your personalised AI research assistant powered by Google's most capable model, Gemini 1.5 Pro. One cool feature is the ability to upload your data and turn it into a podcast with two AI-generated hosts. I decided to try this out with the book. I uploaded the book's PDF, which contains 74,000 words, and pushed the button to make a podcast. I did nothing else. Five minutes later, what you hear on this episode is what was produced verbatim. I’ve not edited the 12-minute AI-generated episode in any way. I don’t think this will immediately replace podcasts or podcast hosts. However, it may be a new way to present written information. We all have different learning styles, and so perhaps this would help people who prefer to listen instead of reading content. I look forward to your thoughts on this and the content from my AI hosts about the book. If you’d like to pick up a copy of the book head to curious.click/order , and as always, I encourage you to stay curious . Resources NotebookLM AI in Education Podcast with Nadio Granata Silicon UK Podcast on Digitally Curious Purchase Digitally Curious Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of AI and technology in the nonprofit sector with Jacek Siadkowsk , co-founder and CEO of Tech to the Rescue . Our discussion explores how tech innovations are revolutionizing nonprofit operations, from enhancing efficiency and service delivery to driving social good through scalable solutions. Jacek's journey from running a digital agency to spearheading a global movement offers valuable insights into the mission and impact of Tech to the Rescue. The episode kicks off with an exploration of how AI and automation are making significant strides in the nonprofit sector. Jacek highlights the role of Tech to the Rescue in bridging the gap between tech companies and nonprofits by facilitating pro bono collaborations. These partnerships enable nonprofits to leverage advanced technologies to solve real-world problems, thereby amplifying their impact. The conversation underscores the critical role of AI in enhancing efficiency, fundraising, and service delivery for nonprofits, while also addressing the challenges of ensuring accurate and reliable AI applications. A fascinating case study discussed in the episode is Bikara Udara's voter empowerment platform in Indonesia. This innovative tool is changing the political landscape by helping citizens elect candidates prioritising quality of life. The broader implications of such technology extend to various social issues like health, climate, and education. Jacek also highlights exciting partnerships with tech giants like Google.org and AWS, which are propelling the AI for Changemakers program to support nonprofits globally. Jacek's ambitious plans for Tech to the Rescue include facilitating tech services worth $1 billion by 2030 and popularizing the culture of tech for good. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in harnessing technology to drive social good. From the transformative role of AI and automation in nonprofits to the ethical considerations of responsible AI development, the discussion offers valuable insights and inspiration. More on Jacek Jacek on LinkedIn TTTR Website Resources mentioned Verner Vogels Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious . You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/order Your Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew on YouTube @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Order Digitally Curious
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