SkyNet Chronicles: Business in the AI Age

EP 57: Why Embracing Change Matters More Than Ever

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we’re joined by Oliver Dolby, The Soul Doctor, for a wide-ranging conversation on change, personal growth, energy and AI.Oliver shares how his journey from rock climbing instructor to energy practitioner shaped the work he does today, helping people clear old beliefs, fears and patterns. We explore why embracing change is essential, how small daily actions can shift your life, and why living fully means taking opportunities even when they feel uncomfortable.We also discuss whether AI can ever truly be “alive”, how it mirrors human behaviour, and why it should be seen as a tool to create more freedom, not fear. A fascinating episode for anyone interested in AI, human connection and personal development._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

Ep 56: AI: Creating Space for Better Human Connection

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we’re joined by Oliver Hemsley, a business connector, landlord, investor, councillor and lifelong advocate for people, community and meaningful conversation.Oliver shares his wide ranging journey, from starting out in business at a young age, to building industrial units, supporting local enterprise, leading through politics, coaching judo and helping business owners find clarity, confidence and direction. We discuss how AI can support businesses by removing the mundane, improving efficiency and helping people work smarter, but also why it should never replace judgement, relationships or the ability to look someone in the eye and have an honest conversation. _________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

Ep 55: Reimagining Law Through AI

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we explore the future of work, law, and human purpose in the age of AI with Quentin Salt. Quentin shares why he no longer sees traditional legal practice as a guaranteed long-term path, and together Tim and Quentin unpack how AI is reshaping not just the legal sector, but nearly every form of knowledge work. From AI agents, local models, and the commoditisation of professional services to deeper questions around universal basic income, identity, and what gives people meaning when work is no longer central to life. This episode is a fascinating look at the opportunities and risks ahead for businesses and individuals._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

EP 54: AI Changes the Way Businesses Are Built

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, Jackson Howell turns interviewer as he sits down with Tim to explore Project Rising’s journey, the evolution of AI in business, and what the next decade may hold. From the company’s beginnings in workflow automation through to the development of Toolkit, the conversation unpacks why most businesses are not really looking for AI itself, but for better ways to solve operational problems, adopt change gradually, and unlock meaningful value. The episode also dives into the dangers of surface-level AI adoption, why solving one clear business problem at a time matters, and how human expertise still plays a vital role alongside increasingly powerful AI tools. _________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence

EP 53: From Data Everywhere to Insight Anywhere

In this episode of the Skynet Chronicles, we speak with Jackson, the newest member of the Projekt Rising team, about the fast-moving rise of AI in business and what it really takes to adopt it well. From his early passion for technology to his work solving real business problems, Jackson shares why AI should be used to remove repetitive admin, improve efficiency and give people more time to focus on valuable, human-led work.The conversation also explores the wider impact of AI, including business resistance to change, fears around job displacement, and the risk of falling behind. Jackson also gives insight into Projekt Rising’s developing “sales brain”, designed to bring together scattered customer and sales information into one clearer, more useful system._________________________________________________________________The Skynet Chronicles Podcast is brought to you by Project Rising (AI Consultancy & custom implementation, based in Peterborough UK) | Hosted by Tim Davies. https://projektrising.ai#podcast #AI #AIpodcast #artificialintelligence