In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, Tim is joined by returning guest Pete Rushmer to share the journey behind Or8or, an AI-powered public speaking coaching app designed to help people practise, improve, and build confidence in a safe space. Pete reflects on his own speaking journey, from shaky early presentations and Toastmasters filler-word feedback to TEDx, keynote speaking, and the lessons he learned about pace, silence, body language, and storytelling. They also unpack how Or8or works, including analysis of video, audio, eye contact, gestures, filler words, and message structure, plus how the app can support everything from networking pitches to bigger talks. The conversation covers the realities of building and launching an AI product too, from waiting for the tech and pricing to catch up, to App Store delays and content moderation requirements. It is a practical, honest episode about confidence, feedback, and using AI to help people become more effective speakers and stronger communicators. _________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, Tim sits down with Chang, an expert in generative AI and executive education, to explore what responsible AI adoption really looks like in 2026. Chang shares how businesses have shifted from cautious curiosity to “think big, start small” action plans, and why a playful, lifelong-learning mindset is often the fastest route to genuine capability building. Together, they dig into practical wins organisations can make right now, from using AI to turn meetings into clear actions, to rethinking how time is spent across teams. The conversation moves into the bigger societal questions too: what happens to meaning and identity when roles are automated, how education can evolve faster than traditional curricula, and why keeping humans “in the loop” still matters, especially when accuracy, trust, and accountability are on the line. _________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, Tim chats with Simon White, a sales team development specialist, about what business development looks like in an AI-led world. Simon shares how he uses ChatGPT to speed up the day-to-day, from drafting emails and polishing training materials to shaping sessions and creating quick visuals. They also dig into why relationship-led selling still matters, and why in-person connection is making a comeback as online noise increases._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, Tim sits down with Kieran, founder of Evolve Technologies, to unpack what it really takes to keep businesses running when cyber threats hit hard. Kieran shares how his team supports clients through a monthly retainer service desk model, alongside telecoms and infrastructure, and why staying hands on still matters. The conversation explores the most common real world breach patterns, from phishing and credential capture to invoice interception, and why security only works when it is applied across the whole organisation. We also touch on AI as both an attacker and defender, the reality of tool costs, and how trust, communication, and change management make or break security outcomes._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, Tim sits down with Chris Wardle from Eldraw Media, for a behind-the-scenes look at how AI is reshaping modern video production. Chris shares how tools like Suno are already solving real commercial pain points around licensing and copyright claims, and why “AI-generated” can sometimes be the safest route for client deliverables on platforms like TikTok. Chris and Tim explore the rapid leap in generative video quality, including AI-built scene-to-scene transitions that would be impossible to film in a live concert, and the current limits around character consistency in video compared with still images. _________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this insightful episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we dive into the high-stakes world of workplace safety with our guest Colin Nottage, founder of Influential Management Group and creator of the Safety Remotely platform. Together, he and Tim unpack the real impact of robots and automation on health and safety; how taking humans out of repetitive, high-risk tasks can prevent life-changing injuries, but also introduces new hazards when things go wrong. Colin explains how Safety Remotely uses structured data, sector-specific risk profiles and AI-driven insights to spotlight the most critical tasks, quantify the financial cost of failing to manage them, and give health and safety professionals board-ready arguments that tie risk directly to revenue, tenders and shutdown costs. _________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this insightful episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we sit down with Tony Gardner, Business Development Specialist at Hegarty Law, vinyl enthusiast and local networking champion, to explore what happens when human connection, education and entertainment collide with artificial intelligence. Tony and Tim unpack the rise of AI-generated music climbing the US Billboard charts, the long history of technology in creativity, and why originality, licensing and audience demand still matter more than the tools used to make a track. They dig into the need for firm guardrails around children’s safety online, from unsafe AI-enabled toys to the work of the Safe AI for Children alliance, while celebrating AI’s huge potential in medical research and supercomputing. The conversation ranges from the charm of Ceefax’s simple, ad-free user experience to hyper-immersive worlds at Disney and Universal, and what advanced robotics will mean for future theme-park magic. Turning to the legal sector, Tony reflects on how AI can transform back-office research, document review and even mediation, without ever replacing the critical judgement and relationships that clients rely on. #artificialintelligence #AIinBusiness #AIinLaw #AIethics #AIinEducation #futureofwork #networking #digitalcreativity_________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, host Tim Davies surveys the breakneck progress of generative media. From Sora 2’s lifelike video cameos and the blurring of watermarks to AI-driven music with Suno and synthetic voices via ElevenLabs. Tim maps the shifting jobs landscape, highlighting the durability of human, experience-led roles while advocating smart augmentation and clear strategy over busywork. Tim also hints to watch out for the AI Toolkit that connects to your data to handle everyday jobs. Wrapping up with a 2026 challenge: set some ground rules, plan how you’ll roll this out, track the results, then make it enjoyable, part of the day-to-day, and actually useful._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, host Tim Davies reflects on his recent trek to Everest while drawing insightful parallels to implementing AI within businesses. He shares engaging stories from his journey, including the challenges faced on the way to Nepal and the significance of teamwork and play in both trekking and business environments.The episode explores themes of continuous improvement, team dynamics, and strategic planning for AI implementation as organisations prepare for the future. With practical advice on how to ensure the right tools and teams are in place, this episode is a valuable listen for those navigating the complexities of AI in the business landscape._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

In this engaging episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we chat with Garry Crosby about the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and coaching. Gary, an influential figure in the business world, offers insights into how AI can reshape our interactions with technology and personal development.We explore the role of accountability in coaching and whether AI can effectively push individuals to meet their goals compared to traditional human coaching. Gary emphasises the importance of retaining the uniquely human aspects of coaching; such as trust, empathy, and insight, while integrating AI for knowledge and support._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence