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AI Ireland with Mark Kelly
Hosted by AI Ireland · EN
Join host Mark Kelly on the AI Ireland podcast as he explores the impactful applications of AI in both business and society.
Discover groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical implications of AI.
Gain valuable insights into how AI is being applied to business and society, as Ireland drives positive change and fosters innovation in this dynamic podcast.
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E242 Building an AI Platform Transforming Social Media Content Creation with coso.ai’s James Flynn
2d ago00:23:57Tap to summarizeToday's guest is James Flynn, Co-Founder and CEO at coso.ai. Social media has become a cornerstone for businesses aiming to enhance their reach and engagement with target audiences. However, navigating the ever-changing landscape of social media marketing can be a cumbersome task for many businesses. Enter Coso AI, an innovative Irish startup that aims to transform how small businesses approach social media automation through the power of artificial intelligence.Topics include:0:00 His journey as an AI founder pivoting from failed models to LLM-powered success4:20 Tailoring social media content using business data and brand insights at Coso.ai5:05 How Coso.ai combines AI, content strategy, data and design into one platform9:40 Automating onboarding by analysing existing business data and content11:25 Driving measurable growth while building AI and partnership moats15:55 Combining multiple AI models to create flexible content workflows18:32 Preparing for funding with partnerships, growth and market pull
Transcribe →E241 AI in Healthcare: AI Agents to Cut Doctors’ Admin Time by Hours with Microdoc's Brian Kelleher
1w ago00:16:37Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Brian Kelleher, Founder at MicroDoc. From automating time-consuming documentation to enhancing clinical decision-making, AI has the potential to transform healthcare efficiency while addressing some of the sector’s biggest challenges. In today’s episode, Brian discusses the role of AI in modern healthcare, how solutions like MicroDoc are improving clinical workflows, and what it takes to successfully adopt AI in a highly regulated industry.Topics include:0:00 Building AI-powered clinical workflows that streamline medical documentation2:54 How personalised AI dictation reduces document editing time4:17 How AI learns from corrections to improve accuracy5:27 Seeing doctors save hours daily through AI documentation6:19 Driving AI adoption through intuitive clinical workflows8:30 Building trust through security, compliance and governance9:59 Embedding AI across the entire clinic workflow12:11 Pricing AI based on high-value clinical time savings, not compute cost13:29 Specialised AI agents for clinical tasks with human-in-the-loop oversight
Transcribe →E240 Ireland’s AI Opportunity Agents, Jobs & the Future of Work with Salesforce’s Mick Costigan
2w ago00:32:26Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Mick Costigan, Vice President, Salesforce Futures at Salesforce. As we step into an era increasingly defined by artificial intelligence, businesses globally are striving to adapt, innovate and stay ahead of the curve. In this episode, Mick sheds light on how enterprises can effectively navigate these turbulent waters, offering valuable insights into the intersection of AI, strategy and business transformation.Topics include:0:00 How the Salesforce Futures team uses foresight to navigate uncertainty4:40 How AI agents are forcing organisations to rethink workflows6:53 Why leaders must balance quick AI wins with transformation8:04 How AI harnesses provide context, trust and enterprise functionality10:38 How Salesforce rapidly shifted focus to enterprise AI agents11:52 Without guardrails, AI agents create security, coordination and governance risks at scale14:33 Why leaders must balance experimentation, action and purpose in AI execution18:43 How Jobs are evolving bundles of tasks, not shrinking due to AI21:08 Unlocking new service models and scale through AI Agents23:42 How AI could help Ireland address labour shortages and scale SMEs globally25:34 Predicting AI agents will proactively manage work, coordination, and decisions by 203030:13 Why the best way to reskill is through hands-on AI use and iterative learning
Transcribe →E239 From AI Experimentation to Enterprise Transformation with Microsoft Ireland's Kieran McCorry
3w ago00:19:37Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Kieran McCorry, National Technology Officer at Microsoft Ireland. Artificial Intelligence is not just a new frontier but a paradigm shift that's reshaping business models globally. At the recent Dublin Tech Summit, these themes took centre stage as Kieran joined host Mark Kelly on the podcast to explore the current state and potential of AI diffusion in Ireland, highlighting both the progress and the obstacles that lie ahead.Topics include:0:00 The latest findings in Microsoft’s Global AI Diffusion Report2:43 Seeing businesses shift from AI experimentation to productivity gains4:40 Why AI transformation requires business redesign, not just tools8:23 AI adoption requires incentives, measurement and cultural change11:08 AI adoption grows when usage is measured and rewarded12:42 How Enterprise AI unlocks greater value than consumer tools14:47 AI-driven process redesign is coming to business and government15:50 Why leadership engagement is critical to successful AI adoption
Transcribe →E238 Building Trusted AI at Enterprise Scale with Workday's Graham Abell
Jun 1800:19:20Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Graham Abell, VP, Software Engineering & Ireland Site Lead at Workday. As continues to transform the landscape of business operations in our rapidly evolving digital world, Graham joins today’s episode to share insights about Workday's AI initiatives, their contribution to the EU AI Act and the broader implications of AI for businesses.Topics include:0:00 His journey from test automation engineer to product and engineering leader2:54 Seeing Workday Dublin grow into a major global R&D hub5:11 How Workday is building trusted, human-guided AI automation at scale8:20 How AI is creating smaller, more versatile teams focused on business impact9:37 Why Responsible AI must be built in from the start, not added later11:19 Why leadership requires empathy, measurable outcomes and investing in future talent13:00 His belief that AI should augment jobs, freeing people for higher-value work15:16 Using AI as a personalised assistant for learning, productivity and decision support
Transcribe →E237 Inside Enterprise AI Transformation: Agents, ROI, and Co-Creation with Version 1's Brad Mallard
Jun 1100:29:22Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Brad Mallard, Chief Technology Officer at Version 1. In a world driven by rapid technological change, AI is not just about the technology itself; it’s about people, transformation, and real-world application. In today’s podcast, Brad shares how Version 1 is harnessing artificial intelligence to redefine business processes and educational experiences.Topics include:0:00 Driving AI transformation across regulated industries worldwide at Version 2:39 Leading AI transformation through internal adoption and public sector innovation5:12 How they prioritise AI adoption through people, education and change management7:42 Emphasising AI governance, measurement and business value realisation11:30 Addressing rising AI costs through token optimisation and model efficiency15:25 How Version 1 enables AI agents across enterprise workflows and functions19:06 Plans for continued AI-driven growth, job creation and investment in co-creation spaces20:39 How Version 1's co-creation studios enable AI-powered, rapid prototype development with clients23:09 Co-creating AI solutions with clients focused on early ROI validation25:10 Delivering AI-for-good solutions improving education and productivity globally
Transcribe →E236 The Impact of General Purpose AI Agents with Jentic’s Sean Blanchfield and Michael Cordner
Jun 400:22:33Tap to summarizeToday’s guests are Sean Blanchfield CEO and Michael Cordner, CTO at Jentic. In a world driven by innovation and technological advancement, few developments stand as transformative as the emergence of general-purpose artificial intelligence agents. This shift is highlighted in today’s episode live from Dublin Tech Summit, as Michael and Sean chat about the profound implications of AI on both business and society.Topics include:0:00 How OpenClaw signals the arrival of universal AI agents5:14 Using OpenClaw to validate Jentic's Vision for Governed AI7:23 Why the Real Breakthrough Is Agents Working Together8:58 Without Governance, AI Agents Create Organisational Chaos11:54 Building AI Demands Perspectives Beyond the Tech Bubble14:23 Staying Ahead in AI Requires Constant Experimentation15:49 Their Vision that the Future Isn't Software, It's Agent Organisations20:00 Why Traditional Org Charts Don't Fit the AI Era
Transcribe →E235 'AI in Irish Business: Insights from Trinity College & Microsoft Report' with Ashish Kumar Jha
May 700:17:38Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Ashish Kumar Jha, Professor In Business Analytics at Trinity College Dublin. Trinity College Dublin and Microsoft Ireland recently released their latest AI Economy Ireland 2026 report, showing that Ireland continues to perform strongly in AI adoption, but is falling behind in skills investment and organisational readiness. Ashish joins host Mark Kelly to discuss the key findings from the report, the increasing use of AI across different sectors, the main challenges organisations are facing, and practical strategies for effective AI integration.Topics include:0:00 Finding widespread AI adoption, but uneven benefits between firms2:46 Why AI needs structured processes and unified, well-managed data4:44 The need to audit data, ensure rights, assess AI use and assign accountability6:24 His advice to focus on real problems first, not AI novelty8:14 How AI frees time if used well but misuse adds workload9:36 Reengineer processes first and apply AI where it transforms work10:47 Deciding to augment or redesign processes, experiment, then scale what works12:42 Leaders must show AI’s value to allow teams build confidence15:42 How to access the report available on Trinity College Dublin's website
Transcribe →E234 'Generative AI, AI Strategy and Work Life Balance' with Darren Redmond
Apr 2400:30:22Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Darren Redmond, a Generative AI Specialist and experienced Engineering Leader. In the fast-paced world of technology, the lines between professional obligations and personal aspirations can often blur. However, Darren is at the forefront of leveraging AI to redefine his work-life balance. In this episode, Darren delves into his journey of using artificial intelligence to create efficiencies in his work, allowing for more personal time spent with his family.Topics include:0:00 His journey as an experienced engineer connecting systems to now applying AI principles4:42 Using AI to AI enable rapid automation, experimentation and scalable decision-making workflows8:02 How a health scare reshaped priorities toward family, lifestyle and intentional work9:20 Enabling 10x productivity with AI, shifting developers to orchestration roles12:00 A multi-agent AI shifts software roles toward orchestration, quality and customer-focused design14:41 Non-technical AI skills automate content, emails and daily workflows at scale17:40 Working on a mix of projects with shared reusable skills, each with tailored instructions and outputs20:06 Applying AI to automate work and build income, prioritising time with children and lifestyle design22:13 Using an AI-enabled business flywheel across Lego content, consultancy and automation26:03 As AI costs vary, governance and literacy help reduce token usage
Transcribe →E233 ‘AI Tools That Boost Productivity and Creativity’ with Get Started with AI’s Jonathan McCrea
Apr 900:25:24Tap to summarizeToday’s guest is Jonathan McCrea, Experienced Broadcaster and Founder at Get Started With AI. As AI is revolutionising industries and redefining how we approach both personal and professional tasks, Jonathan shares his enlightening journey with AI, illustrating not just the power of technology but also the creativity it unleashes.Topics include:0:00 His journey from starting curious, learning by doing, embracing failure and growth4:21 How his tech curiosity drives building, teaching and using AI tools8:33 Using AI to build custom tools, boosting productivity and innovation13:06 How AI tools enable rapid app-building, solving simple problems profitably15:42 Why personal AI projects unlock powerful insights, but gets underused19:24 Advice to adopt AI gradually through practice, personalisation and building habits22:48 Empowering employees with AI while preserving their personal knowledge
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