AI Readiness Project

What does it take to get real results with AI in industries like construction and manufacturing—today? Join us for a candid show with Karl Yeh, Chief AI Officer at 0260.AI, as he shares how companies rooted in tradition are achieving tangible wins by applying AI in practical, no-nonsense ways.

Karl gets straight to what’s working on the ground. Whether you’re exploring where to begin or trying to steer clear of expensive mistakes, his perspective is sharp, practical, and worth hearing.

Why Attend?

Learn how AI is being applied in “old school” industries—with measurable results.

• Discover the core elements every business needs to consider before diving into implementation.
• Cut through buzzwords and get real-world advice from someone on the front lines.
• Hear from Karl, whose practical approach is drawing attention across LinkedIn, TikTok, and beyond.

Our Guest Expert:

Karl Yeh is the Chief AI Officer at 0260.AI, where he helps traditional industries like construction and manufacturing tap into the practical power of AI—without the hype. With a knack for translating complex technologies into clear, usable strategies, Karl focuses on results businesses can see today, not in some distant future. He shares real-world applications and down-to-earth insights as a host of The Daily AI Show. When he’s not helping industries modernize, Karl competes in adventure racing, blending endurance and strategy—just like in AI operations.

In this episode of the AI Readiness Project, hosts Kyle Shaman and Anne Murphy are joined by filmmaker, real estate agent, and creative force Kimberly Offord. What started as curiosity with image tools led Kimberly to a remarkable commission: a music video collaboration with Grammy-winner Lalah Hathaway and Willow Smith.

Kimberly talks about:

• The need for more honest and diverse representation in visual media
• How she's navigating new tools without getting buried in them
• Her new project, the Playground Pastime Film Contest, designed to spotlight overlooked stories and voices
• The messy, often nonlinear process of experimenting with emerging tech

The conversation is rich with candid insight into how people are actually adapting—not just keeping up—with AI. It’s a glimpse into what happens when creative people stay curious and committed to making space for others.

🎥 Bonus: Watch Kimberly’s dreamy music video for “Tunnels” from Hathaway’s Vantablack album, and learn how a social media post opened unexpected doors.

This week on the AI Readiness Project, we're joined by Kay Stoner—creator of the AI Persona Dream Team.

Kay brings a unique mix of counterculture curiosity and deep tech experience, showing us what it really means to relate to AI, not just use it. We dive into her accessible system for building AI teams that collaborate like real humans—arguing, aligning, and solving complex problems.

This episode explores how to move beyond prompt engineering into relational AI, where your best skill might simply be: asking the right question. If you're feeling overwhelmed by AI or stuck at the starting line, Kay offers a practical, empathetic path forward.

We also get real about:

• Why readiness isn’t optional anymore
• What it means to become a curator in the age of infinite tools
• How AI is shifting from task-doer to thought-partner
• Why now is the time to train your executive mindset

Whether you're a skeptic, a strategist, or just AI-curious, this conversation will expand your thinking.

AI isn’t just about automation—it’s about creativity, empowerment, and making life easier! In this episode of The AI Readiness Project, hosts Kyle Shannon and Ann Murphy welcome the incredible Mary Massie, aka The AI Joy Dealer, to explore how AI can help educators, small businesses, and everyday users embrace technology without fear—and have FUN doing it!

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱:

✅ How to overcome AI resistance and start playing with it today

✅ Why choosing just ONE AI tool and mastering it is key to success

✅ How AI can save time, reduce stress, and spark creativity in your work

✅ The importance of AI communities and learning together

✅ Why Mary named her AI assistant "French Fry" 🍟 (and why you should name yours too!)

🎉 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!

𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 – A welcoming AI community for women leaders (https://she-leads-ai.mn.co/)

𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 – A space for AI optimists & creators to learn & grow (https://aisalon.mn.co/)

𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – Mary’s AI consultancy for educators & small businesses (https://beacons.ai/marymasseymarketing)

💡 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝗜 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲

📸 Take a picture of your fridge or closet and ask ChatGPT how to organize it. Drop your results in the comments!

In this episode of the 𝗔𝗜 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, hosts Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and discuss how to thrive in an AI-driven future. They explore the importance of developing the right mindset—one that embraces creativity, adaptability, and curiosity.

Kyle shares his journey of rediscovering the joy of play through AI tools like Luma Labs and ChatGPT, introducing the concept of "vibe storytelling," where AI is used to create without rigid goals. Anne talks about the challenge of balancing efficiency with exploration and why it's important to stay curious and open to the possibilities AI offers.

The episode also features a special guest, Adnan Iftekhar, an AI humanist, who discusses how AI can enhance human relationships and creativity. He shares his personal tipping points for going all-in on AI, from automating financial decisions to co-writing a book with his daughters.

𝘼𝙄 𝘾𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙝𝙞𝙛𝙩: 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙋𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢 𝙊𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 by Adnan Iftekhar and Brian Moynihan: (https://www.aicultureshift.org/index.html)

Key takeaways include the importance of play, redefining productivity, and how AI can amplify human intelligence without replacing it. This conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in navigating the future of work and creativity in an AI-powered world.

Forget trying to keep up with AI—it’s moving too fast! Instead, let’s focus on adopting the right mindset and strategies to thrive in an AI-driven world. In this episode of The AI Readiness Project, hosts Kyle Shannon and Ann Murphy dive into practical AI adoption, overcoming stress barriers, and the importance of asking better questions when working with AI.

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗵 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻

Josh shares his journey from business strategy and consulting to becoming an AI adoption expert. Learn how he helps professionals optimize their workflows, leverage AI automation, and break through resistance to change.

Key Topics Covered:

• How stress impacts AI adoption & breaking old habits
• Using ChatGPT Projects & Custom GPTs to streamline work
• Why asking better questions is the key to AI success
• AI’s role in transforming workplace productivity
• The future of AI training & how to get started

Quick AI Wins by Josh Huston: Learn how to save hours daily with AI

(https://quickwins.ai/)

In this launch episode of the AI Readiness Project, co-hosts Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy take you on a bold new journey—one that ditches the overwhelm of "keeping up" and focuses instead on building a mindset that thrives in an AI-driven world. They explore the shift from AI literacy to AI readiness, what that really means, and how we all need to unlearn more than we learn to stay agile in this ever-changing landscape.

Their first guest is the unforgettable Joy Purdy.

Joy shares how she went from barely knowing how to use ChatGPT to writing songs, creating award-worthy short films, and mentoring others—proving that curiosity and play can unlock an entirely new version of ourselves.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:

Joy Purdy is a sleep technician, artist, and emerging filmmaker whose creative life has been completely transformed through AI. With no prior experience in filmmaking, she used AI tools to write, produce, and edit her first short film—proving that access and mindset can outpace credentials. Her story is one of personal reinvention and proof that AI can be a catalyst for rediscovering your creative identity.