This is the Hitchhiker’s Guide to AI Governance, hosted by Bruce Mullan (who is mostly harmless).
The Australian AI Governance Standard contains 42 statements, so in this podcast, of course, we'll discuss life, the universe and everything related to AI Governance.
Each episode, we’ll be talking with the people who are actually trying to create, govern and use AI:
- policymakers and regulators wrestling with rapidly changing technology,
- AI vendors disrupting every aspect of our lives to make things easier,
- researchers and ethicists asking how to align powerful systems with human values,
- industry leaders navigating safety, competition, and responsibility, and
- civil society voices making sure we don’t forget the humans in the loop.
Along the way, we’ll collect insights, and maybe a few cautionary tales, from guests on the front lines of AI governance around the galaxy.
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To contact us please visit: https://www.aigovernancepartners.com.au/ (https://www.aigovernancepartners.com.au/)
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So long, and thanks for all the listening.
#16 Preview: Kevin Appleby - The AI-Enabled CFO: From Crunching Numbers to Thinking Strategically
Don't panic. In our next episode, Finance consultant, coach and GrowCFO podcast host Kevin Appleby, explores how AI could reshape the role of the CFO and the finance function.
In this preview, Kevin talks about the compelling AI opportunity of less time crunching numbers and more time for finding a thinking space. What it means for CFOs is better analysis of the numbers, challenging assumptions, exploring alternatives and contributing to strategic decisions.
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AI in finance, CFO, finance transformation, AI governance, financial modeling, automation, data quality, CFO role, AI risks, finance innovation
7 Oct 2026
#15 Michele Barry - AI Can Do the Admin. Can It Handle the Awkward Conversation?
Don't panic. Michele Barry, a mediation expert and engagement specialist, shares her insights on early employee engagement and navigating workplace conflict that comes with AI driven change.
Key topics
The role of mediation in organizational conflict
How AI impacts workplace relationships and conflict
Strategies for early intervention and conflict prevention
The importance of trust and communication in change management
The evolving role of middle managers in AI-driven workplaces
Ethical considerations and governance in AI deployment
Practical tips for leaders to support their teams during change
The potential and limitations of AI in mediation processes
Episode Navigation
03:10 Michele's journey to Mediation expert
07:09 What is Workplace Mediation?
10:51 How does AI contribute to effective Mediation?
13:19 A case study in AI generated workplace conflict
19:51 Michele's advice to successfully navigate potential conflicts
21:55 What can be done to prevent things getting nasty?
24:15 Isolation and changing role of middle managers
29:34 How do you keep up with AI inundation?
32:31 So what are the steps towards a successful mediation?
35:58 Could AI play a role in mediation?
38:19 Not every problem needs an AI solution
42:10 Where is AI being used in the Boardroom?
43:30 What advice would you give to your younger self?
45:42 Michele's Famous Quote
How to find Michele Barry
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-barry/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-barry/)
Website: https://frontis.com.au/ (https://frontis.com.au/)
HITCHHIKERS GUIDE TO AI GOVERNANCE
Your trusty companion to navigating AI Governance in Australia and across the galaxy.
Hosted by AI Governance specialist, Bruce Mullan.
Contact us: info@aigovernancepartners.com.au (mailto:info@aigovernancepartners.com.au)
Visit our website: www.aigovernancepartners.com.au (http://www.aigovernancepartners.com.au/)
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So long and thanks for all the listening.
AI governance, mediation, conflict resolution, organizational change, leadership, workplace culture, AI in HR, AI ethics, stakeholder engagement, change management
30 Sept 2026
#15 Michele Barry - Preview: AI Can Do the Admin. Can It Handle the Awkward Conversation?
Don't panic. In our next episode, Michelle Barry, a mediation expert and engagement specialist, shares her insights on early employee engagement and navigating workplace conflict that comes with AI driven change.
In this preview, Michele reflects on how people can respond when they fear AI or organisational change might threaten their jobs. When fear sets in, leaders need to offer more than reassurance. They need to create the trust and space for honest conversations about what comes next.
To get notified when our latest episode drops, make sure you follow the show!
AI governance, mediation, conflict resolution, organizational change, leadership, workplace culture, AI in HR, AI ethics, stakeholder engagement, change management
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