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What Does It Mean to Stay Human in the Age of AI?
Artificial Intelligence Society

What Does It Mean to Stay Human in the Age of AI?

As AI adoption accelerates, are we asking the most human-centred question: how do we reintroduce conscience, care, and context into conversations dominated by efficiency and scale? These matter, but technology must serve people, not replace them.
26 Aug 2025 3 min read
Why Latin America is Building Culture and Context Into Its Own Chatbot
Artificial Intelligence Society Innovation

Why Latin America is Building Culture and Context Into Its Own Chatbot

Led by Chile, Latin America is building its own chatbot, Latam-GPT, to reflect local languages, dialects and cultures. This regional AI model challenges the dominance of global tools like ChatGPT and DeepSeek, raising vital questions about language, representation and digital sovereignty.
18 Jul 2025 4 min read
Reframing the 2025 AI Trends Report for Business Leaders
Artificial Intelligence Society

Reframing the 2025 AI Trends Report for Business Leaders

There’s much to unpack in Mary Meeker’s new AI Trends report – and it’s not easy reading unless you’re deep into the subject. This post offers plain-English summaries of the eight core themes and a downloadable, business-friendly guide.
05 Jun 2025 5 min read
A Towering Chronicle of English History
Asides Work-Life Balance

A Towering Chronicle of English History

The story of Dunster Castle spans nearly 1,000 years, from Norman fort to Victorian country house. I explore the castle’s rich history and share highlights from our visit to this remarkable Somerset landmark.
07 Apr 2025 5 min read
AI and the End of Billable Hours
Artificial Intelligence Public Relations

AI and the End of Billable Hours

The public relations industry is undergoing a fundamental shift, driven by the rapid rise of AI-powered tools that automate and accelerate many core functions of agency work. In our recent FIR Interviews podcast, Steve Rubel – a pioneer in digital communication – shared his perspective on how AI is challenging traditional agency
28 Feb 2025 4 min read
Refreshing the Reader Experience
Studio6 Blogging Communication

Refreshing the Reader Experience

A refreshed design for my Ghost blog: more white space, cleaner layout, and easier reading. Built on a customised Neon theme with ChatGPT’s help, the new look focuses on clarity, discovery and sharing.
14 Sep 2025 3 min read
The New PR and the Angels of the North: Revisited
Social Media Public Relations Innovation

The New PR and the Angels of the North: Revisited

In 2005, I joined fellow pioneers in Sunderland to explore blogging, RSS, and podcasting – long before ‘social media’ was a thing. Two decades on, I look back at that milestone event, the start of Don’t Panic Projects, and what it all meant for the new PR.
11 Sep 2025 4 min read
The Rise of Culturally Grounded AI
Artificial Intelligence Communication Society

The Rise of Culturally Grounded AI

From Latin America to The Vatican to Saudi Arabia, AI is being reshaped around culture, dignity, and sovereignty. HUMAIN Chat is the latest sign that the future of AI will not be written in just one language or set of values.
03 Sep 2025 3 min read
This Benks Kevlar Case for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is Slim, Stylish and Magnetic
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This Benks Kevlar Case for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is Slim, Stylish and Magnetic

My review of the Benks ArmorVichy Kevlar case for the Galaxy Z Flip 7: slim, stylish and practical – everyday protection without the bulk. With MagSafe compatibility and a Kevlar build, it balances elegance and durability for daily use.
31 Aug 2025 7 min read
When Social Media Skill Meets Political Reality
Politics Social Media

When Social Media Skill Meets Political Reality

AI memes of Gavin Newsom on Mount Rushmore or blessed by MAGA icons aren’t just jokes – they frame political debate. Memes won’t decide elections, but they shape how voters talk and think long before campaigns begin.
28 Aug 2025 3 min read
What Does It Mean to Stay Human in the Age of AI?
Artificial Intelligence Society

What Does It Mean to Stay Human in the Age of AI?

As AI adoption accelerates, are we asking the most human-centred question: how do we reintroduce conscience, care, and context into conversations dominated by efficiency and scale? These matter, but technology must serve people, not replace them.
26 Aug 2025 3 min read
The Rise of Political ‘Newsfluencers’
Politics Communication Public Relations Social Networks

The Rise of Political ‘Newsfluencers’

A global shift is underway in how authority speaks and citizens listen. As governments embrace new ways to engage, political newsfluencers are changing the rules – and communicators must balance reach with credibility and trust.
18 Aug 2025 5 min read
Shel Israel’s Legacy of Human-Centred Conversation
Communication Blogging Social Media

Shel Israel’s Legacy of Human-Centred Conversation

Remembering author and early social media pioneer Shel Israel, and revisiting our 2005 interview for "Naked Conversations" about connection, trust, and openness – questions that still matter in today’s fast-changing digital world.
15 Aug 2025 4 min read
When Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Point Anymore
Alignment Work-Life Balance Life Lessons

When Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Point Anymore

Alignment matters more than balance. It’s not about splitting hours evenly, but making sure the hours count. Here’s why shifting from “balance” to “alignment” can help you create a life and work that truly fit together.
10 Aug 2025 3 min read

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Refreshing the Reader Experience

Refreshing the Reader Experience

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The New PR and the Angels of the North: Revisited

The New PR and the Angels of the North: Revisited

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The Rise of Culturally Grounded AI

The Rise of Culturally Grounded AI

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