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Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News

Jonathan Harris | Artificial Intelligence News Host

Turing"s Torch Weekly with Jonathan Harris covers cutting-edge artificial intelligence news and AI breakthroughs combined with insightful technology trends analysis. From AI ethics and AI in the workplace to generative AI and AI policy, this tech podcast blends expert commentary with Gen X humor to keep you informed on AI agents, machine learning news, and the future of work.

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1:03:10

AI Agents: Authority Not Just Ability

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/07/31

The practical issue with artificial intelligence agents isn't just how clever they are, but what they're allowed to do. Jonathan Harris explains why governance needs to precede deployment, moving beyond benchmark scores to focus on precise control over access and actions. This week, we examine how the hype around agentic AI often distracts from fundamental questions of authority and security.We also look at the layers of engineering behind AI systems – prompt, loop, and graph – and why confusing

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59:47

Agentic AI, Model Hype, and MCP and Agent Skills

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/07/24

Jonathan Harris cuts through Agentic AI, Model Hype, MCP and Agent Skills, Dirty Data, and Workflow Automation in this 60-minute Turing’s Torch: Artificial Intelligence Weekly briefing. What matters is simple: what is useful, what is undercooked, and who carries the risk once the demo glow wears off.Expect plain-English context on power, money, data, labour and control, with the usual vendor fireworks left outside where they belong. Longer episodes also leave room for the awkward plumbing:

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24:38

Model Hype, Dirty Data, and Workflow Automation

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/07/10

Jonathan Harris cuts through Model Hype, Dirty Data, Workflow Automation, and AI Governance in this 45-minute Turing’s Torch: Artificial Intelligence Weekly briefing. What matters is simple: what is useful, what is undercooked, and who carries the risk once the demo glow wears off. Expect plain-English context on power, money, data, labour and control, with the usual vendor fireworks left outside where they belong.

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24:04

AI Agent Skills and Model Hype

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/07/03

What matters is discerning the practical utility of AI advancements from the prevailing hype. Jonathan Harris examines how new AI models and agent skills are being implemented, often revealing that the real challenge lies in the surrounding infrastructure and governance, not just the core technology. This week explores the tension between convenience and control, the complexities of decentralised AI, and the critical need for robust data engineering and benchmark hygiene to ensure genuine

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23:00

MCP and Agent Skills, Retail Edge AI, and Workflow...

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/06/26

Jonathan Harris cuts through MCP and Agent Skills, Retail Edge AI, Workflow Automation, and AI Governance in this 45-minute Turing’s Torch: Artificial Intelligence Weekly briefing. What matters is simple: what is useful, what is undercooked, and who carries the risk once the demo glow wears off. Expect plain-English context on power, money, data, labour and control, with the usual vendor fireworks left outside where they belong.

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17:16

Agentic AI and Vendor Lock-in

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/06/19

What matters is understanding the practical implications of AI systems that act autonomously. Jonathan Harris examines how generative AI in planning and finance, alongside vendor partnerships, creates risks of lock-in and accountability issues. We separate genuine progress from the noise, especially concerning agentic AI which moves from advice to action, demanding robust governance and human oversight, not just technical solutions. The episode covers the real costs and consequences of deploying AI

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21:44

AI Benchmarks and the Retail Edge

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/06/13

What matters is the gap between AI claims and real-world results. Jonathan Harris examines how AI models behave outside the lab, from conservation efforts to retail AI demand forecasting. We look at the practicalities of edge AI, the trade-offs in smart retail, and why governance and honest reporting are crucial. This week, the focus is on what works, not just what’s announced.

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23:45

Agentic AI, Workflow Automation, and AI Governance

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/06/05

Jonathan Harris cuts through Agentic AI, Workflow Automation, AI Governance, and AI Costs in this 45-minute Turing’s Torch: Artificial Intelligence Weekly briefing. The point is not to cheer every announcement from the pavement. It is to work out what is useful, what is undercooked, and who carries the risk once the demo glow wears off.Expect plain-English context on power, money, data, labour and control, with the usual vendor fireworks left outside where they belong.

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12:50

AI Agents, Ads, and Audit Trails

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/05/29

Jonathan Harris looks beyond the hype to examine AI's quiet shifts. This week, we assess how conversational AIs can subtly inject advertising, the challenges of turning assistants into autonomous agents, and the practical importance of benchmarks for scaling AI. It's about the plumbing, not the fireworks, and understanding the real-world implications for trust, regulation, and who ultimately controls these systems.

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16:09

Model Hype, Workflow Automation, and AI Governance

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/05/22

Jonathan Harris cuts through Model Hype, Workflow Automation, AI Governance, and AI Costs in this 60-minute Turing’s Torch: Artificial Intelligence Weekly briefing. The point is not to cheer every announcement from the pavement. It is to work out what is useful, what is undercooked, and who carries the risk once the demo glow wears off.Expect plain-English context on power, money, data, labour and control, with the usual vendor fireworks left outside where they belong.

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21:01

AI's Messy Reality: Live Coding, Physical Robots, and...

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/05/15

Jonathan Harris cuts through the AI fanfare this week, examining the practicalities of building intelligent systems. We look at the surprising value of live coding sessions for knowledge transfer and the real-world challenges of physical AI, from motors to maintenance. Plus, the unglamorous but crucial role of data governance and context management in making AI useful, and the quiet shift towards voice as a default developer tool. It’s about what actually works, not just what sounds good in a

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18:04

Workflow Automation, AI Governance, and AI Costs

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/05/08

Jonathan Harris cuts through Workflow Automation, AI Governance, and AI Costs in this 30-minute Turing’s Torch: Artificial Intelligence Weekly briefing. The point is not to cheer every announcement from the pavement. It is to work out what is useful, what is undercooked, and who carries the risk once the demo glow wears off.Expect plain-English context on power, money, data, labour and control, with the usual vendor fireworks left outside where they belong.

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18:47

Turing’s Torch AI Weekly — 2026-05-01

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/05/01

A blunt, British take on what actually mattered in AI this week — and what was just noise dressed as a breakthrough.

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27:08

Turing’s Torch AI Weekly — 2026-04-24

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/04/24

A blunt, British take on what actually mattered in AI this week — and what was just noise dressed as a breakthrough.

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18:12

AI Accountability, Costs, and Local Control

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/04/17

AI accountability moves to boardrooms amid regulation. Can companies be transparent, or is it window dressing? Agentic AI costs exceed forecasts, raising questions about financial audits. Nvidia's AITune aims to streamline deep learning deployment. Will it democratise AI or concentrate power? Washington considers AI regulation to curb risks without stifling progress.Social media monitoring in the Philippines aids disaster response, but misinformation is a risk. Knowledge distillation streamlines

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22:38

OpenAI's Four-Day Week, AI Governance, and Memory...

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/04/10

OpenAI floats a four-day work week and robot taxes, sparking debate about AI's impact on labour and wealth. Is it visionary or a publicity stunt? Meanwhile, businesses grapple with redesigning processes for AI, and the need for robust AI governance frameworks intensifies amid security concerns. Plus, the latest AI systems have a memory problem. They struggle to retain context, hampering their usefulness.

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27:03

AI Safety in Finance, Robot Integration, Multilingual...

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/04/03

This week, signal vs. noise in AI. Glia wins an award for AI safety in banking, highlighting data privacy and security. SAP partners with ANYbotics to integrate robots into industrial ops, raising automation questions. Microsoft releases multilingual text models, and Alibaba updates Qwen for integrated media. Plus, AI struggles with cultural nuances, and an AI attacks a human coder. We also examine techniques to bridge the gap between AI demonstrations and useful products.

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26:38

Turing’s Torch AI Weekly — 2026-03-27

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/03/27

A blunt, British take on what actually mattered in AI this week — and what was just noise dressed as a breakthrough.

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26:37

Turing’s Torch AI Weekly — 2026-03-20

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/03/20

A blunt, British take on what actually mattered in AI this week — and what was just noise dressed as a breakthrough.

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26:57

Turing’s Torch AI Weekly — 2026-03-13

Turing"s Torch Weekly | Artificial Intelligence News ·

2026/03/13

A blunt, British take on what actually mattered in AI this week — and what was just noise dressed as a breakthrough.

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