Peggy Smedley Show

13:51

AI Welding Robots and the Future of Work

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/10/08

Peggy explores how AI (artificial intelligence)-powered robotics could reshape the future of skilled work by looking at a new AI welding agent. Peggy uses this example to examine a broader shift in automation: robots are no longer simply performing repetitive physical tasks—they are beginning to interpret instructions, assist with programming and planning, and carry out increasingly complex work. She argues that this raises important questions about how employers, workers, and unions prepare for a

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09:37

Prediction for 2027

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/10/01

Peggy concludes her five-part series of predictions for 2027 by looking at how wisdom and human judgment will become increasingly valuable as AI makes information, analysis, and answers easier to generate. For her fifth and final prediction, Peggy says 2027 could be a turning point as organizations move beyond simply using AI to generate answers and focus more on knowing which answers matter, questioning AI recommendations, and applying human experience and context to make better decisions. She also

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11:36

Prediction for 2027: Data as an Asset

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/09/15

Peggy continues her five-part series of predictions for 2027 by looking at how construction companies could begin treating historical data as a valuable business asset. For her third prediction, Peggy says 2027 could be a turning point as construction companies move beyond simply storing years of project information and begin using that data to inform better decisions, transfer knowledge, and improve future projects. She also encourages listeners to: · Organize and connect historical project data so

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11:54

Prediction for 2027: Scaling AI in Manufacturing

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/09/09

Peggy continues her five-part series of predictions for 2027 by looking at how AI will move from experimentation to real-world scale in manufacturing. For her second prediction, Peggy says 2027 could be a turning point as manufacturers move beyond pilots and proof of concepts and begin making AI a more integral part of how their operations run. She also encourages listeners to: · Focus on business problems where AI can create measurable value, rather than adding AI everywhere. · Fix processes,

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34:32

Why Open Infrastructure Engineering Matters

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/09/09

Does the future of infrastructure engineering need to be open? Peggy Smedley sits down with Greg Demchak, vice president of emerging technologies at Bentley Systems, to unpack why open standards, open-source technology, and APIs (application programming interfaces) are essential for the next generation of infrastructure. He says openness is about agreeing to a standard that enables interoperability between systems. They also discuss: · What open really means in an infrastructure context. · The

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12:33

The Skills AI Can't Replace

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/08/19

I is reshaping every industry, but the real question isn't whether technology will change — it's whether your skills are evolving fast enough to keep up. In this episode of The Peggy Smedley Show, host Peggy Smedley breaks down what it really means to prepare the workforce for an AI-driven economy. We cover: Why the future of work is about humans with AI, not humans vs. AI The human skills AI can't replicate — and why they're becoming the most valuable How the best organizations are developing

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12:48

AI Is Moving Fast. Are Businesses Moving Too Fast?

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/08/12

Everyone is racing to adopt AI, automate processes, and keep up with the latest technology breakthroughs. But is moving faster always the right strategy? In this episode of The Peggy Smedley Show, Peggy explores why businesses need their own version of "recess" to step back, think clearly, and innovate with purpose. She discusses the difference between activity and innovation, why leaders must make time for reflection, and how AI should enhance critical thinking rather than replace it. Key topics

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43:35

Your Sleep Is Aging Your Arteries

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/07/22

What is your sleep really telling you about your long-term health? In this episode, Peggy Smedley sits down with Dr. Pierre Escourrou, Senior Medical Advisor at Withings and practicing cardiologist, to unpack groundbreaking research linking nighttime breathing patterns to arterial aging — and what that means for your cardiovascular health. They explore: How sleep apnea and snoring accelerate arterial stiffness Why a single night of sleep data leads to 20% misdiagnosis rates — and how continuous

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15:02

The Workforce of 2030, Skills, AI, and the Future of...

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/07/15

The way we work is changing fast — and the 2030 workforce won't look like anything we've seen before. In this episode, Peggy Smedley explores the forces reshaping work: the rise of fractional leadership, AI augmentation (not replacement), portfolio careers, and the urgent need for continuous learning. Peggy breaks down what individuals and organizations need to do now to stay ahead — from skills-based hiring and project-based teams to building cultures where learning never stops. Whether you're a

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13:37

AI Won't Kill Music — But It Demands Guardrails

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/07/15

Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, joins the Peggy Smedley Show at Think 2026 to share his candid take on AI and the future of music. From how producers are already using AI as a creative collaborator in the studio, to the 75,000 AI-generated songs hitting streaming platforms every day — Harvey breaks down why AI is a powerful tool, not a replacement for human creativity, and why legislation, transparency, and proper crediting are non-negotiable. Topics covered: How artists are using

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28:49

Reshaping Railroad with AI

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/07/01

Freight rail moves 40% of long-distance goods in the U.S., but the industry's biggest challenge isn't infrastructure, it's intelligence. In this episode of The Peggy Smedley Show, host Peggy Smedley sits down with V. Krishnan, industry advisor for Microsoft manufacturing & mobility, to explore how AI agents and realtime decision tools are reshaping the future of rail. They discuss: Why railroads are drowning in data but struggling to act on it How CSX used AI to transform customer

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31:46

Model Context Protocol 101

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/07/01

What does it take to make AI reliable enough to design a bridge? Peggy Smedley sits down with Francois Valois, senior vice president of Bentley Open Applications at Bentley Systems, to unpack the MCP (model context protocol — an open, agnostic standard that connects AI agents to deterministic engineering tools like STAAD and MicroStation ensuring trust, validation, and accountability in engineering workflows. They explore why generative AI alone needs to be more trustworthy for

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13:52

7 Lies about AI

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/06/24

Peggy shares the 7 lies she has been hearing about AI, challenging some common assumptions. She says these narratives have become so common that many of us have stopped questioning them. She also discusses: · A pattern that emerges surrounding the 7 lies. · Where the real opportunity lies and what the biggest threat is. · What you should do next inside of your own organization. https://peggysmedleyshow.com

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30:25

Data Inspired

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/06/24

Peggy Smedley and Sebastian Wernicke, author, talk about moving from being data driven to data inspired. He says most data projects don't fail, they do something much worse, they make you very good at staying the same. They also discuss: · Your data framework—how to organize it—and the decision framework in your organization. · How to keep up with the pace of change and look at all of this in relation to the people in the organization. · Fatal flaws that they will have to think about in order to

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15:26

Navigating without a Map

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/06/24

Peggy Smedley and Jeff Ton, author of Uncharted Moments, talk about his leadership background and how he learned to navigate without a map. He says he is a career technologist and most of that was in leadership positions, and the story in the book is about tracing the Lewis and Clark trail. They also discuss: · Leadership lessons from the Lewis and Clark expedition. · How leaders can navigate uncertainty—which translates to today's AI era. · The concept of pausing and listening and its importance in

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23:13

When Work Becomes Personalized

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/06/03

On Aiglatson, Peggy Smedley and cohost Dennis Draeger, foresight director, Shaping Tomorrow, talk about how workers are gaining autonomy, the inherent complexity with that, and how organizations protect collaboration and creativity when work becomes personalized. He says looking broadly the market doesn't seem to be responding to the idea that AI (artificial intelligence) is going to make a workless world. They also discuss: · Borderless work that opens global opportunities. · Why diversity and

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31:26

From Raw Data to Context

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/06/03

Peggy Smedley and Andrew Moore, founder and CEO, Lovelace, talk about the move from raw data to real, trusted context. He has been working in AI his whole career, both in academia and industry, and he wants to make sure AI is useful. They also discuss: · Good data versus bad data and how to determine what is the most important information. · Why independent data is so important today—and an example of it. · How realtime global intelligence can enhance all of this—and the importance of looking at a

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16:39

The Next Decade of Smart Infrastructure

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/05/20

Peggy shares why the next 10 years may define the future of infrastructure more than the last 10. She says the question is not whether the technology is coming, but rather the bigger question we need to be asking is if our infrastructure is ready for it. She also discusses: · What cities, manufacturers, construction companies, and policymakers must do right now to prepare for the next decade of smart infrastructure. · The guardrails we must consider, such as who is responsible when AI makes a

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31:08

Skills to Succeed at Work

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/05/20

Peggy Smedley and Angelia O'Neal, founder and chief learning officer, MWI Workforce Institute, talk about the essential life skills people need to succeed and the habits people can start building right now to show up stronger at work. She shares what led her to start her nonprofit. They also: · Define what the essential life skills actually are. · Talk about why it is important to always put your best self forward—and an example. · Discuss the role of AI (artificial intelligence) as it relates to

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16:39

Move Fast, Make Smart Decisions

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2026/05/20

Peggy Smedley and Dave Moelker, CEO, Twisthink, take a closer look at a team that is redefining what real innovation looks like. He says the company focuses on helping companies turn their physical products into smart, intelligent, and connected systems. They also discuss: · How the company connects strategy, design, and engineering. · A case study of remote monitoring in the mining industry. · How to move faster with AI, while also making good, smart decisions. https://twisthink.com/

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