AI Readiness Project
Podcast with Anne Murphy and Kyle Shannon
Shows air Wednesdays at 3pm Pacific
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Welcome to the AI Readiness Projectโ€”a podcast for curious minds and future-ready leaders.
Each episode is designed to spark your thinking, shift your perspective, and help you grow your AI mindset. As you follow along, you'll hear about the AI Readiness Programโ€”a self-paced course that helps you build real confidence with todayโ€™s tools and concepts. When you're ready, you can dive in, complete the course, and earn your certificate.
The show is co-hosted by Anne Murphy of She Leads AI and Kyle Shannon of AI Salonโ€”two connected communities leading the conversation around ethical, human-centered AI. If youโ€™re not already part of these spaces, weโ€™d love to have you join us.
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The AI Readiness Project: Turning AI into Action with Christian Robins

Join us for a dynamic episode of The AI Readiness Project with Christian Robins, Chief Creative Officer and co-founder of 11 Dollar Bill, and co-founder of Agent11. Christian brings over 25 years of experience at the intersection of design, visual effects, and emerging techโ€”and heโ€™s now guiding creative teams through real-world adoption of AI tools inside high-pressure production environments. This is not theoryโ€”this is happening now. ๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—ง๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐—œ๐—ป? โ€ข Go behind the scenes with a creati

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The AI Readiness Project producate with CJ Fletcher

Join us for an inspiring show with CJ Fletcher, generative artist and improviser, as we explore the intersection of creativity, identity, and machine-made art. Based in Denver, CJ uses AI tools to translate internal stories into vivid visuals, blending corporate elegance with the edge of speculative fiction. In this conversation, weโ€™ll dive into how culture, code, and narrative convergeโ€”and why storytelling still matters in a world full of automation. Explore how generative art challenges tradi

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The AI Readiness Project podcast with Tracey "the Safety Lady" Hawkins

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01:13:16

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The AI Readiness Project Podcast with Hunter Canning

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01:00:38

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AI Readiness Project Podcast - 5-14-25 - Special Guest Michelle Muncy-Silva

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The AI Readiness Project, May 7, 2025

Halima Muhammad on AI, Identity, and Creative Power This week on the AI Readiness Project, weโ€™re joined by Halima Muhammad , AI Artist, Technologist, and founder of byH, a creative agency helping artists and entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life through AI-powered branding, storytelling, and automation. Halima brings a rare mix of technical fluency and creative force, with more than 20 years of experience spanning full-stack development, visual arts, and digital strategy. She currently advis

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AI and Accessibility: Embracing Neurodiversity - The AI Readiness Project with Guest Angelina Martin

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AI Readiness Project Podcast with Guest Karl Yeh

What does it take to get real results with AI in industries like construction and manufacturingโ€”today? Join us for a candid show with Karl Yeh, Chief AI Officer at 0260.AI, as he shares how companies rooted in tradition are achieving tangible wins by applying AI in practical, no-nonsense ways. Karl gets straight to whatโ€™s working on the ground. Whether youโ€™re exploring where to begin or trying to steer clear of expensive mistakes, his perspective is sharp, practical, and worth hearing. Why Atte

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AI Readiness Project with Guest Kay Stoner

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ This week on the AI Readiness Project, we're joined by Kay Stonerโ€”creator of the AI Persona Dream Team. Kay brings a unique mix of counterculture curiosity and deep tech experience, showing us what it really means to relate to AI, not just use it. We dive into her accessible system for building AI teams that collaborate like real humansโ€”arguing, aligning, and solving complex problems. This episode explores how to move beyond prompt engineering into relational AI, where your best skill migh

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AI Readiness Project - Telling Untold Stories with AI: A Conversation with Kimberly Offord

In this episode of the AI Readiness Project, hosts Kyle Shaman and Anne Murphy are joined by filmmaker, real estate agent, and creative force Kimberly Offord. What started as curiosity with image tools led Kimberly to a remarkable commission: a music video collaboration with Grammy-winner Lalah Hathaway and Willow Smith. Kimberly talks about: โ€ข The need for more honest and diverse representation in visual media โ€ข How she's navigating new tools without getting buried in them โ€ข Her new project,

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AI Readiness Project podcast | March 19, 2025 | Guest: Mary Massey

๐—”๐—œ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜ โ€“ ๐—™๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—๐—ข๐—ฌ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—”๐—œ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐— ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฒ AI isnโ€™t just about automationโ€”itโ€™s about creativity, empowerment, and making life easier! In this episode of The AI Readiness Project, hosts Kyle Shannon and Ann Murphy welcome the incredible Mary Massie, aka The AI Joy Dealer, to explore how AI can help educators, small businesses, and everyday users embrace technology without fearโ€”and have FUN doing it! ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐˜† ๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜€ ๐—–๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ: โœ… How to overcome AI resistance and start playing with it today โœ… Why choosing just ONE AI tool and mastering it is key to success โœ… How AI can save time, reduce stress, and spark creativity in your work โœ… The importance of AI communities and learning together โœ… Why Mary named her AI assistant "French Fry" ๐ŸŸ (and why you should name yours too!) ๐ŸŽ‰ ๐—๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—”๐—œ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜‚๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป! ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐—”๐—œ ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜† โ€“ A welcoming AI community for women leaders (https://she-leads-ai.mn.co/) ๐—”๐—œ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ป โ€“ A space for AI optimists & creators to learn & grow (https://aisalon.mn.co/) ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—”๐—œ ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜‚๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ โ€“ Maryโ€™s AI consultancy for educators & small businesses (https://beacons.ai/marymasseymarketing) ๐Ÿ’ก ๐—ง๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—”๐—œ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฒ ๐Ÿ“ธ Take a picture of your fridge or closet and ask ChatGPT how to organize it. Drop your results in the comments! ๐Ÿ”” ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—ธ๐—ฒ, ๐—ฆ๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ & ๐—›๐—ถ๐˜ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น Whatโ€™s ONE small task youโ€™d love to automate with AI? Let us know in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡ #AIReadiness #AIforEveryone #ArtificialIntelligence #AIForEducation #SheLeadsAI #AIStrategy #AIForBusiness #AIPlay #ChatGPT #AISalon

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AI Readiness Project - GUEST Adnan Iftekhar, 3/12/25

In this episode of the ๐—”๐—œ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜, hosts Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and discuss how to thrive in an AI-driven future. They explore the importance of developing the right mindsetโ€”one that embraces creativity, adaptability, and curiosity. Kyle shares his journey of rediscovering the joy of play through AI tools like Luma Labs and ChatGPT, introducing the concept of "vibe storytelling," where AI is used to create without rigid goals. Anne talks about the challenge of balancing efficiency with exploration and why it's important to stay curious and open to the possibilities AI offers. The episode also features a special guest, Adnan Iftekhar, an AI humanist, who discusses how AI can enhance human relationships and creativity. He shares his personal tipping points for going all-in on AI, from automating financial decisions to co-writing a book with his daughters. ๐˜ผ๐™„ ๐˜พ๐™ช๐™ก๐™ฉ๐™ช๐™ง๐™š ๐™Ž๐™๐™ž๐™›๐™ฉ: ๐™๐™ง๐™–๐™ข๐™š๐™ฌ๐™ค๐™ง๐™ ๐™จ ๐™ฉ๐™ค ๐™€๐™ก๐™š๐™ซ๐™–๐™ฉ๐™š ๐™‹๐™š๐™ค๐™ฅ๐™ก๐™š ๐™–๐™ฃ๐™™ ๐™๐™ง๐™–๐™ฃ๐™จ๐™›๐™ค๐™ง๐™ข ๐™Š๐™ง๐™œ๐™–๐™ฃ๐™ž๐™ฏ๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™จ by Adnan Iftekhar and Brian Moynihan: (https://www.aicultureshift.org/index.html) Key takeaways include the importance of play, redefining productivity, and how AI can amplify human intelligence without replacing it. This conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in navigating the future of work and creativity in an AI-powered world. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:00 - The importance of adapting to AI's rapid acceleration 06:00 - Rediscovering creativity and play with AI 12:00 - How smaller companies are leveraging AI to disrupt larger corporations 19:00 - AI readiness: What it means and how to prepare 30:00 - Guest interview with Adnan Ifhar on AI humanism 45:00 - The value of play and curiosity in AI 50:00 - Key takeaways and advice for embracing AI in your own life Donโ€™t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on AI and the future of work!

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AI Readiness Project โ€“ GUEST Josh Huston โ€“ 3/5/25

AI Readiness Project โ€“ GUEST Josh Huston โ€“ 3/5/25 ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! ๐Ÿ˜ https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5663536103424000

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AI Readiness Project

Co-Hosts Kyle Shannon & Anne Murphy explore what AI Readiness means and how we can all be more prepared for the remarkable changes and opportunities we're experiencing. In the AI Readiness project podcast hosts Kyle Shannon and Anne Murphy explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence emphasizing the necessity of cultivating an adaptive mindset to thriving our rapidly changing world. They recount their journey from previous projects like GPT for Good and AI Festivus which laid the groundwork for their current AI Readiness training program. The podcast aims to checking on the status of AI advancements while fostering a community where listeners can learn about AI literacy versus readiness. The hosts emphasize that understanding AI isn't just about acquiring technical skills but also about being prepared to adapt to new possibilities that technology presents. The episode highlights insightful discussions on how individuals and organizations can prepare for AI integration. It features guest Joy Purdy's inspiring journey from being a sleep tech professional to aspiring filmmaker using AI tools showcasing how accessible advanced technology has become for personal and creative development. By sharing relatable narratives of overcoming fears and embracing new learning methods the podcast encourages listeners to jump into the world of AI with curiosity and openness. This focus on personal stories alongside technical insights makes the content accessible and engaging for a broad audience understanding and integrating AI into their lives. #aireadiness #AIPodcast #AIInnovation #TechMindset #AICommunity #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #creativetechnology Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:35 Podcast Introduction 00:01:30 The AI Readiness Project 00:02:31 Ann's Thoughts On AI Readiness 00:03:45 Defining AI Readiness 00:05:16 How Ready For AI Are You? 00:07:22 Personal AI Readiness Journeys 00:09:49 Accepting The Pace of AI 00:11:44 AI and Learning 00:15:21 AI To Keep Your Eye On 00:17:49 Significance Of Recent AI Advancements 00:20:03 Reacting To The Latest AI Developments 00:24:00 Relationships With AI 00:25:20 Introducing Joy Purdy 00:28:01 Joy's AI Journey 00:32:32 Joy's AI Tipping Point 00:36:58 Joy's Self-Discovery Through AI 00:44:08 AI Readiness According to Joy 00:51:15 Joy's Future In Filmmaking 00:52:16 Community Spotlight: The AI Salon 00:53:50 Community Spotlight: She Leads AI 00:58:13 The AI Readiness Training Program 01:00:25 Outro and Thank You

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AI Readiness Training, offered by AI Salon and She Leads AI, turns insights from 23 expert-led workshops at AI Festivus 2024 into an actionable program.
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