AI Ireland with Mark Kelly

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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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June 11, 202629 min

E237 Inside Enterprise AI Transformation: Agents, ROI, and Co-Creation with Version 1's Brad Mallard

Today’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

June 4, 202622 min

E236 The Impact of General Purpose AI Agents with Jentic’s Sean Blanchfield and Michael Cordner

Today’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

May 7, 202617 min

E235 'AI in Irish Business: Insights from Trinity College & Microsoft Report' with Ashish Kumar Jha

Today’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

April 24, 202630 min

E234 'Generative AI, AI Strategy and Work Life Balance' with Darren Redmond

Today’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

April 9, 202625 min

E233 ‘AI Tools That Boost Productivity and Creativity’ with Get Started with AI’s Jonathan McCrea

Today’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

April 2, 202622 min

E232 ‘AI for SMEs: How to Use AI in Your Business’ with Straitéis AI’s Stephen Redmond

Today’s guest is Stephen Redmond, Founder and Chief AI Officer at Straitéis AI. Joining us for a third appearance on the AI Ireland podcast, Stephen discusses his continuous contributions to the field of artificial intelligence and its application across industries, as well as what to expect in his latest book, AI: Curious to Capable, Moving from AI Curiosity to Measurable Business Value.Topics include: 0:00 His ambition to set up a company to drive deeper AI adoption 5:11 His new book which guides SMEs on AI strategy, training and adoption10:00 How AI sped up writing, improved clarity, enabled self-publishing and iteration 14:09 Setting up custom AI and agent workflows to improve insights and scalability 15:23 Advice to use AI iteratively, track progress and start with simple use cases 18:26 Refine and personalise AI that generates drafts from your knowledge

March 26, 202615 min

E231 'The Future of AI in Media Production' with That's That Productions' Paul Harney

Today’s guest is Paul Harney, Director at That’s That Productions. In this episode, we talk about world of AI in film production, where creativity meets cutting-edge technology. Paul discusses the transformative role of AI in video creation and digital advertising, providing a fascinating insight into how advancements in AI are reshaping the industry.Topics include:0:00 His background as a veteran videographer using AI tools for editing and experiments4:32 How AI video tools use tokens, combine media and require human creativity7:58 Making humorous AI spec ads with mascot characters, such as Chicken Fillet Charlie9:45 Receiving majority of negative feedback as critics warned AI lowers standards11:00 How AI in video will rapidly evolve, transforming production and effects12:18 His plans to evolve with AI while continuing traditional work

March 12, 202627 min

E230 'Building the Future of AI Sales Tools' with Overpath's Dermot O'Connor and Ross Keating

Today’s guests are Ross Keating and Dermot O'Connor, Co-Founders at Overpath. In this episode, Ross and Dermot discuss how they’re steering the ship at Overpath, a company poised to redefine how sales teams operate. They share insights into their innovative approach to integrating AI into the sales process, along with lessons from their journey and their strategic vision for the future.Topics include:0:00 Combining their sales expertise and technical leadership to found Overpath4:40 Using funding to acquire an experienced AI product team6:15 Building an AI startup focusing on speed, brand and proprietary sales expertise8:15 How their AI sales assistant “Molly” integrates messy, multi-source context intelligently14:51 Aligning their pricing strategy on usage-based, teammate-style AI agent model18:18 How sales reps increasingly use AI to improve performance feedback.20:06 Challenges to differentiate, distribute and humanise AI in crowded market

February 26, 202611 min

Inside Ireland's AI Revolution: Findings from the The State of AI in Ireland Survey

In this special episode of the AI Ireland podcast, AI Ireland Founder Mark Kelly unveils the latest insights from our comprehensive survey of 130 AI leaders throughout Ireland. In the first couple of months of 2026, the landscape of AI adoption in Irish businesses is becoming increasingly clear. In this podcast, we will cut through the hype to examine the real numbers, uncover what's working, identify what's hindering progress, and provide a roadmap for the next 90 days.Topics include:0:00 Overview the survey to highlight AI adoption trends across Irish businesses1:20 How most Irish firms deploying AI for efficiency3:31 An insight into how integration, skills and security slow AI progress6:10 What the next 90 days look like from ROI, alerts, and cautious AI use7:46 How to close the readiness gap with integration and ROI focus8:53 While AI in Ireland is operational, integration and governance are essentialYou can access the full survey findings at https://aiireland.ie/ai-ireland-2026-the-state-of-ai-in-irish-business-3/

February 12, 202617 min

E229 ‘Positioning Ireland for AI Success’ with Malcolm Byrne TD

Today’s guest is Malcolm Byrne, TD for the Wicklow/Wexford constituency and Chair of the Oireachtas (Parliament) Committee. It’s crucial for nations to not only keep pace but also lead the charge toward innovation and implementation of transformative technologies like Artificial Intelligence. Ireland is doing just that, with significant strides being made to position the country as a frontrunner in AI usage and regulation. Malcolm joins today’s podcast to shed light on the significant work being undertaken by the Irish government and various sectors to harness the potential of AI, while carefully navigating the associated challenges.Topics include:0:00 How the deepfake revelation sparked his interest in AI4:06 Building cross-party support as AI gained urgency6:40 Public sector AI adoption and EU leadership ambitions9:42 Upskilling regulators and boosting AI public awareness11:30 Building trust through education, skills and observatory plans13:47 The need for urgent AI literacy to protect jobs and competitiveness