Podcast
AI SIX Podcast
Hosted by Joanne Sweeney · EN
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 introducing the AI SIX Podcast – a practical, daily resource designed to make AI learning manageable and relevant.
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:
- Daily Episodes: Updates and advice on AI tools, trends, and how to use them in marketing.
- Weekly Long-Listen Interviews: On Saturdays, a 20-minute session featuring experts and professionals sharing their experiences with AI in marketing.
- Practical Guidance: Strategies for integrating AI into workflows, improving efficiency, and using AI responsibly.
Who Is This Podcast For?
This podcast is ideal for marketing professionals who want to:
- Learn how AI can streamline marketing tasks.
- Find tools that improve efficiency and creativity.
- Understand how to incorporate AI ethically and effectively.
- Stay informed about developments in AI for marketing.
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Ep 419: Building an AI-Powered Business with Lorcan Kinsella
3d ago00:27:07Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhat if AI could act as your CEO, operations manager, and marketing assistant all at once? In this episode, I’m joined by Lorcan Kinsella, managing director of Brand Nova Digital, to discuss how businesses can move beyond AI prompts and start building AI-powered workflows that save time, improve decision-making and drive growth.Lorcan shares why AI won't fix broken business processes, how agentic AI is transforming his own company, and how real-time business intelligence is helping clients gain clarity and competitive advantage. Connect with Lorcan Kinsella and learn more about his work: linkedin.com/in/lorcanwkinsellahttps://brandnovadigital.com/Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 418: AI Agents in UK Crown Courts
4d ago00:05:21Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailCould AI help reduce court backlogs without replacing human judgment? In this episode, I explore plans to introduce AI legal assistants into Crown Courts across England and Wales. The goal is not to create AI judges, but to use AI agents to handle administrative and case management tasks that are slowing down the justice system.Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 417: EU Icons for Labelling AI-generated Content
5d ago00:05:47Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThe European Union has introduced a new set of icons designed to help creators, publishers and organisations label AI-generated and AI-manipulated content under the EU AI Act. In this episode, I break down what these voluntary icons are, when they should be used, and what organisations need to know about the AI Act's mandatory transparency requirements. As AI-generated content becomes more common online, transparency is becoming a legal requirement, not just a best practice. The question is: are you ready to label your AI content?Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 416: Should The Public Own A Stake in AI?
6d ago00:05:41Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailShould the public own a stake in artificial intelligence?In this episode of AI SIX, I explore a bold proposal from Senator Bernie Sanders that would see the American public own shares in leading AI companies such as OpenAI, Anthropic and xAI through a national sovereign wealth fund.As AI becomes one of the most powerful technologies of our time, should its rewards belong to a handful of companies and investors, or to all of us?Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 415: The Role of AI in News: 2026 Digital News Report
1w ago00:06:50Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThe 2026 Digital News Report from Reuters Institute and the University of Oxford reveals that AI is beginning to reshape how people discover, consume and verify news.In this episode, I explore the key findings on AI and news consumption from a global survey of 100,000 people across 46 countries. From the rise of AI chatbots as a news source to the growing trust gap, changing audience behaviours and the impact of Google's AI Overviews on publisher traffic, there are important lessons for communicators, journalists and business leaders alike.Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 414: Fable 5 Disabled by Anthropic: US Govt Pulls Plug on Claude Model
1w ago00:06:13Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailJust days after launch, Anthropic's most powerful public AI model, Fable 5, was suddenly taken offline worldwide following an emergency directive from the US Government.In this episode, I unpack what happened, why national security concerns led to the shutdown, and what it means for organisations building their workflows around frontier AI models.Listen in as I explore the growing risks of AI dependency and what leaders need to consider as governments take a more active role in shaping access to advanced AI.Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 413: AI in Education and Science Communication with Fiona Malone
1w ago00:23:43Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailCan AI help us become better communicators, or is it creating new challenges for education and trust?In this episode, I speak with Fiona Malone, lecturer and science communicator at Atlantic Technological University Galway, about the role of AI in higher education, science communication, and academic integrity. We discuss AI literacy, critical thinking, authentic assessment, and why educators need to embrace AI while helping students use it responsibly.Connect with Fiona on LinkedIn to follow her work: linkedin.com/in/fionamalonephdWant to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 412: Ireland at Risk of AI Jobs Says IMF
2w ago00:06:54Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail The IMF has warned that Ireland is unusually exposed to AI disruption due to its concentration of tech, digital, and knowledge-based jobs. In this episode, I explore which roles are most at risk, why Ireland may feel the impact of AI more sharply than other advanced economies, and what government, businesses, and workers can do to prepare for a rapidly changing workforce. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 411: Anthropic Calls for AI Pause
2w ago00:05:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailAnthropic is calling for the option of a coordinated global pause on frontier AI development. In this episode, I explore why one of the world's leading AI companies is raising concerns about recursive self-improvement, what it means for AI safety and governance, and whether advanced AI is approaching a point where human oversight may struggle to keep pace. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
Transcribe →Ep 410: Top 10 Gen AI Use Cases: Harvard Study
2w ago00:08:37Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail How are people really using AI in 2026? In this episode, I unpack the latest Harvard Business Review study revealing the top 10 generative AI use cases, from therapy and companionship to autonomous AI agents and writing assistance. I also explore the rise of "thinkslop", the growing trend of outsourcing thinking and decision-making to AI, and what it means for the future of work, learning, and human judgement. Want to go deeper on AI? 📖 Buy AI Playbook📩 Get my weekly LinkedIn newsletter, Human in the Loop. 🎓 Level up with the CPD Accredited AI Playbook Diploma 📞 Let's talk about AI training for your team: digitaltraining.ie or publicsectormarketingpros.com if you are in government or publics sector.
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