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What happens when AI companies start looking beyond the internet for training data? In this Long Listen episode, I share my latest Digital Download interview on Dublin City FM’s Good Morning Dublin, where we discuss the mysterious 5,000-book order received by Kenny’s Bookshop in Galway, the growing value of original content, and what AI’s appetite for data could mean for authors, creators and copyright.Want to go deeper on AI?
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Should AI-generated songs be allowed to compete with human artists on the charts? In this episode, I explore Australia’s new rules excluding music that is wholly or mostly generated by AI from its official charts. I look at where ARIA is drawing the line between AI-assisted and AI-generated music, and what the decision means for creativity, copyright and the future of the music industry.Want to go deeper on AI?
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What does it really mean to lead the world in AI? In this episode, I explore the latest AI governance rankings and why countries including Canada, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland and the UK are leading the pack. I look at what the index measures, why governance leadership looks very different from technological leadership, and the challenge of turning AI rules and principles into practice.Want to go deeper on AI?
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Could you tell if the voice on the other end of the phone was really someone you know? In this episode, I explore the rise of AI voice scams and why voice can no longer be treated as proof of identity. I look at how voice cloning is being used for impersonation and fraud, and share practical steps individuals, families and organisations can take to verify who is really behind an urgent request.Want to go deeper on AI?
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What happens when ChatGPT can log in to websites and complete tasks for you? In this episode, I explore ChatGPT Work’s new cloud browser and what it means for agentic AI. I explain how signed-in browsing works, how to set it up safely, and why permissions, privacy and human oversight matter when AI moves from simply reading the web to taking action on your behalf.Want to go deeper on AI?
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Who is teaching our children how to understand AI? In this episode, I reflect on my experience teaching AI to primary school children and their parents in South Africa. I explore why AI literacy needs to start early, what children should understand about AI, and why we need to teach the next generation to use it creatively while questioning what they see, hear and generate.Want to go deeper on AI?
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What will it take for Ireland to compete in the next phase of AI?
In this long-listen episode, I’m joined by James Harkin, Interim Director of Ireland’s AI Factory Antenna Programme, to explore how Ireland is building its AI capability. We discuss access to AI infrastructure, sovereign compute, support for start-ups and SMEs, energy demands, and why Europe is investing in the infrastructure needed to compete globally.
Learn more about Ireland’s AI Factory Antenna and connect with James:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/harkinjames/
https://aifactory.ie/
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Is AI developing faster than we can safely govern it? In this episode, I explore Pacing the Frontier, an open letter signed by more than 1,300 employees from leading AI companies calling for governments to prepare for the possibility of slowing frontier AI development. I look at why those building the technology are raising concerns and what it means for the future of AI governance and safety.
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What happens when AI enters the courtroom? In this episode, I explore Abu Dhabi’s plans for a fully integrated AI-powered judicial platform and what it could mean for the future of justice. I look at the potential for AI to improve efficiency and support legal decision-making, while asking why human oversight, accountability and judicial independence must remain at the centre.Want to go deeper on AI?
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Is AI evolving faster than regulation can keep up?
In this episode, I explore how AI is shifting from an assistant that generates content to an agent capable of taking real-world actions. I look at the growing gap between AI capability and regulation, and why organisations need to understand not just where AI is being used, but what it can access, decide and do.
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Introducing the AI SIX Podcast: Learn AI on the Go
Artificial intelligence is changing marketing, offering new ways to connect, create, and deliver value. To help marketers adapt, I’m…
What Is the AI SIX Podcast?
The AI SIXPodcast is a six-minute daily podcast tailored for marketers looking to understand and use AI effectively. Hosted by me, Joanne Sweeney, a communications and marketing practitioner, author, and trainer with years of experience in digital transformation, this podcast provides clear, actionable insights to support your work.
Why Six Minutes?
Marketers often have busy schedules. The AI SIX Podcast offers focused content you can fit into your day, whether during your morning routine, commute, or a short break. Each episode delivers practical tips you can apply immediately, helping you stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.
What to Expect
Here’s what the podcast includes:
Who Is This Podcast For?
This podcast is ideal for marketing professionals who want to: