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🎙️ S1:E3 — AI & Cybersecurity: How Kevin Carlson is Guiding Leaders Through the Hype and the Reality

Welcome back to AI with Bry, the show where I help founders, executives, and innovators learn, leverage, and lead with AI.

In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Carlson, a four-time CTO, former Chief Information Security Officer, and Tech CXO advisor, to dig into the real-world intersection of AI and cybersecurity. Kevin has decades of experience in big data, predictive analytics, machine learning, and AI model development including holding multiple AI patents and he knows how to separate the value from the hype.

We talk about:

💡 Why most businesses should target 30% AI-driven code generation—and why full developer replacement is still far off

🎨 How AI can unlock creativity in music, media, and beyond—without erasing human artistry

🛡️ The privacy, governance, and data protection essentials leaders can’t ignore

🎥 The rapid evolution (and hidden costs) of AI-generated video and audio

⚖️ How to balance efficiency gains with security risks in an AI-first world

📈 Kevin’s “AIIM” model for moving from off-the-shelf tools to differentiated, proprietary AI solutions

🤖 The difference between automation and true “agentic” AI and when to use each

From busting myths about replacing entire engineering teams to showing leaders how to run meaningful AI proofs of concept, Kevin shares a leadership mindset and practical steps you can act on right now. If you’re building a security-conscious AI strategy or just trying to make sense of the tools flooding the market, this episode is packed with value.

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

Tools & Topics:

• GPT (ChatGPT by OpenAI) — https://openai.com/chatgpt/overview/
• Gemini (Google AI) — https://gemini.google/about/
• LLaMA (Meta AI) — https://www.llama.com/
• 11 Labs (AI Voice Tools) — https://elevenlabs.io/
• CLINE (AI code assistant — VS Code plugin; no official site available)
• Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) — IBM Overview: https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/retrieval-augmented-generation, Cohesity Glossary: https://www.cohesity.com/glossary/retrieval-augmented-generation-rag/

Frameworks & Models:

• AIIM AI Implementation Model (Proprietary framework shared by Kevin Carlson)
• Agentic AI vs Automation — Medium Article: https://medium.com/data-science-collective/why-there-is-confusion-around-automation-and-agentic-ai-1a4c33860736
• XenonStack Blog: https://www.xenonstack.com/blog/agentic-ai-automation-agents
• UiPath Overview: https://www.uipath.com/ai/agentic-ai

• Connect with Kevin Carlson: https://kevincarlson.substack.com

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Welcome back to AI with Bry — the show where we help founders, executives, and innovators learn, leverage, and lead with AI.

In this episode, host Bryan Dennstedt is joined by Terry Ziemniak, former Chief Risk Officer, cybersecurity veteran, and Tech CXO advisor to tackle one of the most critical and under-discussed aspects of AI: trust, governance, and responsible strategy.

With decades of experience advising Fortune 500 companies at the intersection of risk, strategy, and technology, Terry shares the must-know principles for any leader navigating AI in 2025 and beyond. Together, they explore:

🧱 Why your cybersecurity and data governance frameworks matter more than ever

🛡️ How to build AI responsibly — without derailing your compliance or culture

📊 The top data governance gaps and how to fix them before it’s too late

🌐 What "Shadow AI" is and why it's the next major risk to watch

🧭 How to align your AI roadmap with your organization’s risk tolerance

👥 Why executive education and cross-functional AI literacy are make-or-break factors for success

Terry also shares a multi-phase roadmap he's used to guide real companies through their AI journeys from education and use case clarity to governance and long-term risk management. Whether you’re overwhelmed by AI risk or just want a clear, practical way to move forward, this episode offers a thoughtful, grounded perspective that every tech-enabled leader needs.

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

• Frameworks: NIST AI Risk Management Framework

• Tools & Topics: Co-Pilot, Shadow AI, Data Governance, Trust, Cybersecurity, Generative AI

• Connect with Terry Ziemniak on LinkedIn

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🎙️ S1:E1 — Claude, MCP & The Future of Work: Deep Dive with Todd Merrill

Welcome to the very first episode of AI with Bry — the show where we help founders, executives, and innovators learn, leverage, and lead with AI.

In this kickoff conversation, Bryan Dennstedt is joined by long-time technologist and Tech CXO partner Todd Merrill, who’s been working in AI since the 1980s. Together, they unpack the current explosion of AI innovation and break down what it means for leaders, teams, and businesses trying to stay ahead. From Claude’s evolving planning capabilities to the rise of MCPs (Modular Capability Providers) and the shift from SaaS to autonomous agents, this episode covers:

🧠 How non-technical teams are finally gaining AI superpowers

🔧 Why planning and composability are the real game-changers

⚙️ The rise of infrastructure for agent-based frameworks

🚀 Real-world examples of AI-leveraged workflows (from coding to consulting proposals)

📈 What AI’s doing to job roles—and why that’s not a bad thing

💡 Why leadership today means tech fluency AND human connection

Todd also shares how he spun up a 5-page client proposal using AI in hours, not days, and why he believes we're entering a new Renaissance era for business and innovation.

If you’ve been overwhelmed by the AI hype and want practical, strategic insight, this is your launchpad.

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

• Todd’s podcast: Tales from the Sky Lounge

• Tools: Claude, Superbase, Figma Make, MCP, RAID, Perplexity

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Welcome to AI with Bry.

The podcast where startup founders and CEOs learn how to actually use AI to grow their business. In this kickoff episode, host Bryan Dennstedt shares how AI can double your productivity without doubling your headcount, why it's as essential as water for modern companies, and how to turn it into your competitive edge.

You’ll discover Bryan’s 3-part framework: Learn. Leverage. Lead.

Plus:

- How to start small and win fast

- Where to get ROI without the hype

- What it really takes to scale what works

- No fluff. No jargon. Just real strategies to use AI to boost your bottom line.

If you’re a startup founder or lead a $1M–$50M company, this is your playbook for leading with AI.

👉 Subscribe now and turn AI into your company’s secret weapon.

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