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Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt sits down with Dr. David Kingham, founder of Tokamak Energy, a UK-based powerhouse working on one of humanity’s boldest quests: commercial fusion energy. David brings a rare blend of scientific clarity and visionary thinking as he unpacks what fusion actually is, why it matters right now, and how AI is accelerating breakthroughs once thought impossible.From magnetic fields with pressures rivaling the deepest points of the ocean to plasma hotter than the sun, David lifts the curtain on a 100-million-degree engineering challenge. He reveals why AI could chop decades off the fusion timeline, how superconducting magnets are finding surprise applications in AI data centers and even DARPA-backed submarine propulsion, and why collaboration between global labs is essential to reaching a fusion-powered world.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of the AI Advantage series, Matt sits down with Stephanie Race, founder and CEO of Earth Analytics Group, a global geospatial platform tracking the world’s fastest growing risk category. Stephanie breaks down how AI, satellite systems, and forty years of science are used to forecast floods, fires, crop failures, and infrastructure threats long before they strike.She explains why current climate risk is mispriced, why insurance markets are breaking, and how AI powered environmental intelligence can help banks, cities and homeowners prepare for the decade ahead.Support the show

Send us a textMatt sits down with Tom Miller to explore the real mechanics behind high-performance cultures. They talk through the perfect storm hitting the modern workforce, why traditional compensation models no longer hold, and the crucial role transparency and long-term value sharing play in attracting and retaining top talent. Tom brings three decades of insight and offers practical tools leaders can apply right now.Revolutionary Software for Designing, Operating and Communicating Your Employee Incentive Plans: https://lnkd.in/eKrmJFrvGet the Amazon #1 Best-Selling Book today: https://lnkd.in/eX4qVEYASupport the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt Brown talks with ScreenCloud co founder and CEO Mark McDermott about how AI is transforming an overlooked channel: the humble screen.Mark explains how ScreenCloud powers digital signage networks for more than 10,000 customers, especially in manufacturing and logistics, and why the real opportunity is not selling more products, but communicating better with deskless workers who never sit at a laptop.He unpacks how ScreenCloud uses AI to keep massive screen fleets online, automatically fix issues at the edge, and convert messy internal content into simple, screen ready messages that workers can absorb in seconds. Mark and Matt also explore the talent side of AI: why most applicants now “sound the same,” how AI is both filtering and generating CVs, and what individuals must do to avoid becoming “the great ignored” in the job market.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt Brown sits down with Waseem Ali, CEO of Rockborne, to discuss how businesses can balance innovation with governance in the age of AI. From the pitfalls of poor data quality to the hype around generative AI, Waseem breaks down what real AI adoption looks like — and why culture, not technology, determines success. They explore the staggering 95% failure rate of AI projects, the role of leadership in safe experimentation, and how the next generation of workers can thrive by learning to augment, not replace, human intelligence.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The Matt Brown Show, Matt sits down with Mike DiManno, CEO of EmployInsure, to unpack the truth about the modern employment crisis. Rising healthcare costs, endless compliance requirements, and outdated staffing models are pushing businesses to the breaking point.Mike explains why today’s employment infrastructure no longer serves employers or employees, and how Evoove is leading a new movement called Employment as a Service — a model that lets businesses “rent” employment instead of owning it. From the pitfalls of traditional HR systems to the rise of digital talent marketplaces, this conversation explores the urgent need for innovation in how work is structured, insured, and delivered.Support the show

Send us a textAI is transforming the workplace—but not everyone is ready. Matt Brown and Tim Kapp explore how fear, governance paralysis, and fragmented experimentation are holding companies back. They also discuss the human side of the AI revolution: job displacement, retraining challenges, and the rise of “bring your own AI” chaos in organizations. It’s a conversation about adaptation, opportunity, and the new reality of human-AI collaboration.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt Brown sits down with Michele (Majka) Salerno, Chief Growth Officer at Celerant Technology, to explore how AI is transforming real-world retail.Michele breaks down how Celerant is helping independent and mid-market retailers compete with big-box giants through practical AI tools that actually save time and drive sales. From an AI-powered “Talk to SQL” agent that lets retailers query their data in seconds, to predictive product recommendations, SEO-trained content suites, and automated review responses, Celerant is redefining what efficiency and personalization look like on the sales floor and online.They also discuss how Google’s new AI-driven search is reshaping discoverability, why “context is the new content,” and what the rise of AI means for the future of retail jobs and marketing.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt Brown sits down with Helen Gibson MBE to explore leadership, courage, and human connection in an AI-driven world. Helen shares lessons from 25 years working in global conflict zones and explains why authentic, human-to-human leadership matters now more than ever. They unpack her new book Go for Goosebumps and why sustainable change starts with people, not technology.Support the show

Send us a textMatt Brown talks with Andreas Voniatis, founder and CEO of Artios, about Generative Engine Optimization and how brands win leads from AI search. They cover Google AI mode, GPT’s Atlas browser, why GEO changes the game for discoverability, and why authenticity beats AI slop.Support the show

Send us a textMatt Brown chats with Judy Schramm, founder and CEO of ProResource, about why a strong CEO brand matters more than ever in the AI era. Judy breaks down how leaders earn trust in a world flooded with AI-generated content, the signals that actually build credibility, and why authenticity outperforms hype. They explore platform strategy, evidence-based thought leadership, and the role of the CEO as an “embedded influencer” inside a growing company.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt sits down with Lesley Holmes, founder and CEO of Beneath the Gloss, to explore why entrepreneur health is a business strategy. Lesley shares her personal transformation and how it shaped a practice that blends brand building, leadership coaching, and human performance. The conversation digs into calm nervous systems as a foundation for creativity, how a leader’s energy ripples through a team, and why a tiny epic business can fund a big simple life. Matt and Lesley unpack practical ways to use AI as a supportive tool rather than the driver of the creative process, the risk of sameness when everything is produced at speed, and how to create resonance so the right customers find you.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt sits down with Olga Karanikos, Chief Marketing Officer at SalesScreen, the AI powered sales gamification platform helping teams stay motivated, engaged, and data driven.Olga shares how gamification psychology can transform sales performance, from celebrating small wins to keeping teams focused on activity level KPIs. She and Matt explore the critical role of data visibility, why many sales leaders still measure the wrong metrics, and how AI can surface insights before performance dips too far.The conversation also dives into leadership in the age of automation, balancing efficiency with empathy, coaching middle performers, and avoiding AI dependency.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt sits down with Todd Duff, Founder and CEO of Innovations Branding House, a creative agency that has been shaping brands for over 25 years. Together they explore what truly makes a brand authentic in a world where AI tools can generate strategies, copy, and visuals in seconds. Todd shares insights on how trust, emotion, and human connection still define powerful branding, even as artificial intelligence transforms the creative process.The discussion dives into how agencies can use AI responsibly, the importance of crafting meaningful prompts, and why “garbage in, garbage out” applies more than ever. Todd also reflects on building long-term relationships, staying curious after decades in business, and what the next generation of marketers will need to thrive in an AI-powered world.Support the show

Send us a textIn this AI Advantage episode, Matt Brown sits down with Dan Beck, co-founder and CEO of 401GO, to unpack how automation and smart product design are bringing 401k plans to small and medium businesses. Dan explains the origin story, why traditional providers ignore smaller plans, and how simplifying setup and administration opens access for solo founders and teams with thousands of employees.They explore regulation in financial services, where automation ends and AI begins, and why human oversight remains essential. Dan shares why 401GO talks about financial independence rather than retirement, participation wins they are seeing with younger workers, and how vertically integrated data sets set the stage for future AI guidance once rules allow it.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt Brown speaks with Skye Blanks, CEO of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), about how AI and digital innovation are transforming entrepreneurship around the world. From micro-enterprises in Africa to global partnerships in Singapore, Skye shares how access, infrastructure, and trust will determine which businesses thrive in the AI age — and why humane entrepreneurship must stay at the centre of it all.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode of The AI Advantage, Matt Brown speaks with Amelia Taylor, a revenue strategist helping SaaS and cybersecurity companies grow by combining human EQ, relationships, and artificial intelligence. Amelia explains how she builds “SWAT teams” within organizations to test bold ideas, prove value through data, and create change when others are stuck in old ways of selling.The conversation explores why many companies struggle to adopt AI, how to ask better questions that drive action today instead of speculation about tomorrow, and why the future of sales belongs to those who can merge technology with human intuition. Amelia shares how prompt design, trust, and iteration can transform entire sales operations, why SDR roles are evolving, and what it means to lead with curiosity in a world where innovation never stops.Support the show

Send us a textAfter more than 1,000 interviews with founders, CEOs, and investors on The Matt Brown Show, I realized something — every time a great conversation ended, it ended.We'd share insights, then everyone went back to their corners of the world.So I built the GAS Network to change that.It’s a private space where alumni and friends of the show can connect, collaborate, and 10x the conversations that matter — not just one-on-one, but many-to-many.In this first forum, we covered the realities and myths of AI, prompt engineering, the impact of automation on jobs, ethical considerations, and why human skills like critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration will only grow in value.There’s strong interest in making this forum a recurring event — likely every two weeks — so we can keep these conversations alive and evolving.It’s not about me. It’s about us — the people shaping companies, leading industries, and pushing the limits of what’s next.This is the community I wish I’d started ten years ago.S

Send us a textIn this episode of AI Advantage, Matt Brown speaks with Larry Zentner, founder and CEO of Elevate Data. They explore why the majority of enterprise AI projects fail, what leaders get wrong when they rush into “doing AI,” and how to align data with strategy to drive results. Larry shares stories from working with major museums and manufacturers, explains how bias and ethics shape outcomes, and highlights why small, proven wins are more powerful than big promises.Support the show

Send us a textMatt Brown speaks with David Perla, Vice Chair of Burford Capital, about how AI is transforming the world of litigation finance. They explore how Burford values legal risk, the potential of AI to enhance underwriting accuracy, and how AI is used responsibly inside a global, publicly listed financial firm. From automating workflows to predicting outcomes, David explains how AI is quietly revolutionizing one of the world’s most conservative industries.Support the show