Ep 299: Pivoting Careers in the Age of AI with Joost Postma
31/1/2026 | 27 mins.
Send us a text Are you ready for the AI revolution at work? In this episode, Joost Postma, a seasoned tech support professional and AI enthusiast, shares his journey from experimenting with AI-generated images to creating AI training frameworks and governance systems for the corporate world. We dig into the hard truths about job displacement for knowledge workers, the impact of the EU AI Act, and why a “wait and see” approach to AI could leave you behind. Joost shares actionable strategies like “stealth certification stacking,” how to pivot into AI-resistant roles, and even how to explore opportunities as an AI entrepreneur. Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpostma/ Check out his book, The Pivot, now published and available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0GKF7T3SX 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.
Ep 298: Ireland's Approach to AI in Healthcare
30/1/2026 | 7 mins.
Send us a text Ireland is setting out how artificial intelligence should be used in health and social care, and it is asking the public to help shape the rules. In this episode, I unpack HIQA’s newly launched consultation and its 115-page evidence review on the responsible and safe use of AI in healthcare. I explore why the timing matters as the EU AI Act comes into force, how the Department of Health, the HSE, and HIQA are working together, and the twelve themes that will guide national policy, from transparency, privacy, and accountability to data quality, human oversight, and protecting the human connection in care. 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.
Ep 297: Braindump with Miro AI
29/1/2026 | 7 mins.
Send us a text If your head feels overloaded with ideas, tasks, and half-formed thoughts, this episode is for you. I explore a simple “Braindump with Miro AI” workflow that turns mental clutter into a clear, visual plan you can actually act on. You will learn how to get everything out of your head in minutes, use Miro’s AI tools to organise and cluster ideas, generate mind maps, surface themes, and create structure, then apply your own judgement to decide what really matters and what to do next. 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.
Ep 296: AI Bot Swarms Threaten Democracy
28/1/2026 | 5 mins.
Send us a text New peer-reviewed research published in Science is raising urgent alarms about a powerful new threat to democratic systems. In this episode, I explore how coordinated “AI swarms” could manipulate online debate, interfere with elections, and erode public trust at an unprecedented scale. Featuring insights from an international team of researchers linked to Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge, Yale, and Berkeley, including Nobel laureate Maria Ressa, I explain how these multi-agent systems work, why they are far more dangerous than traditional bots, and what governments and platforms can do to respond. 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.
Ep 295: Meet Claude Cowork
27/1/2026 | 9 mins.
Send us a text Anthropic has just turned Claude into something very different. In this episode, I explore Cowork, a new tool that lets Claude work directly on your computer by opening files, organising folders, creating documents, and building presentations on your behalf. I break down what Cowork is, how to access it, what it can actually do, and the real risks Anthropic is openly warning about, including file deletion and security concerns. You will also hear a real-world test from developer Simon Willison, plus practical tips for using Cowork safely and effectively. This is not just AI you talk to. It is AI that gets work done. 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.
Introducing the AI SIX Podcast: Learn AI on the GoArtificial 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 ExpectHere’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.