Better with Humans Podcast

Diagnosed with ADHD in his mid-50s, fractional MD and coach Nick Silverstone explains why most reasonable adjustments for ADHD at work cost nothing, why lateness is a question rather than a problem, and how automating a week of admin freed him to focus on clients. They also ask where expertise comes from if AI takes entry-level jobs.

Marketing mentor Meg Hutson tells Shaun why AI content writing polish removes the personality that makes people buy. She shares using AI to interview you rather than write for you, niching by situation not industry, and why a message that repels some people attracts the right clients — plus how an expert differs from a thought leader.

Jenny Garrett OBE got tired of the doom, so she asked her daughter to hunt for good news — and the AI for Equity podcast and book followed. She shares a loan algorithm helping refugee doctors requalify, £3 million lent at a 98.6% payback rate, and a tutor that works on a phone without internet, plus why leaders must build belonging.

Maggie Sarfo, founder of a global growth and AI adoption consultancy, joins Shaun to explain why AI adoption starts with the human in the loop. She covers clear prompts, emotional intelligence, internal playbooks that curb shadow AI, readiness assessments, token costs, and why those who hone their craft won’t lose their jobs to AI.

One data centre being built in America will use as much power as the entire city of London — and more are going up worldwide. Leslie Coelho unpacks AI data centre energy costs, why AI never says it doesn’t know, why converting a Word file with AI is like paying a lawyer to fetch milk, and how running models locally helps.

Adam Jennings discusses brand differentiation, explaining that good branding isn’t about beating competitors but differentiating your business from them. He warns that relying on AI can blend brands into a generic average, while true creativity comes from understanding what makes your brand special and building something that truly stands out.

Glen Boswell explains how AI character consistency is achieved using detailed character sheets, reference angles, and storyboards. He shares real examples of dragons and warriors, showing how preparation and evaluation help creators