How can embracing AI and innovation transform your future, especially for students looking to make an impact? In this episode of Campus Chronicles, I sit down with Mike Todasco — entrepreneur, writer, and AI enthusiast — to explore how technology is reshaping the way we learn, work, and create.

From Finance to Tech

Mike shares his personal journey from a career in finance to becoming a thought leader in innovation and AI. He discusses how curiosity and a willingness to experiment helped him pivot into the tech world — and how students today have more tools than ever at their fingertips.

Why Students Should Embrace AI

We dive into why embracing artificial intelligence isn’t just for coders or tech founders. Whether you're studying design, business, or even music, AI can help you streamline your work, enhance your ideas, and stand out from the crowd. Mike explains how tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and automation platforms are becoming essential parts of the student toolkit.

Small Steps, Big Outcomes

Innovation doesn’t have to be revolutionary. Mike encourages students to take small risks, explore new tools, and look for ways to solve problems in their daily lives. “You don’t need to launch a startup to be innovative,” he says. “Start with improving one thing — that’s where impact begins.”

A Message for Future Leaders

Mike leaves us with a powerful reminder: the future will be shaped by those who are willing to adapt, learn, and create. “Your ability to work with AI — not against it — will define how far you go.”

Curious to hear more inspiring student stories? Browse the full Campus Chronicles archive for interviews with changemakers, creatives, and student voices from across the UK.