In this episode, Stephen and Lauren dive into the rocky rollout of GPT-5 and what it reveals about hype cycles, human attachment to AI, and the future of enterprise adoption.

They unpack:

• The Gartner Hype Cycle and how GPT-5’s launch mirrors classic tech stumbles.

• Why so many users felt they had “lost a friend” when the tone shifted.

• The tension between AI as a companion vs. productivity tool.

• The enterprise play: reliability, integration, and Microsoft’s big bet.

• What this moment means for the long-term trajectory of AI adoption.

From conspiracy theories about models that “don’t want to die,” to the very human grief of losing an AI relationship, this episode explores the intersection of technology, emotion, and business reality.

Whether you’re fascinated by AI hype, worried about human connection, or leading change in your organisation, this conversation will help you make sense of one of the biggest shifts in tech so far.

Two Aussie giants. Two very different AI plays.

In this episode, Stephen and Lauren break down how CBA cut frontline jobs with AI while Optus chose to supercharge staff with it — and why the outcomes couldn’t be more different. From union backlash to Google Cloud partnerships, Klarna’s spectacular AI misfire to GitHub Copilot’s quiet revolution, we unpack the real-world stakes of “augment or replace.”

It’s a lively mix of corporate case studies, human stories, and a few unexpected detours (yes, even taxes) — all pointing to the question every business now faces: Will AI work with us, or instead of us?

https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/australian-lender-cba-cut-45-jobs-ai-shift-draws-union-backlash-2025-07-29/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.itnews.com.au/news/optus-brings-genai-into-frontline-ops-619141

In this episode, Stephen and Lauren explore the evolving relationship between AI and music. From the emotional power of live gigs to the soulless smoothness of algorithmic beats, they ask: where does the human touch still matter? They discuss how AI is reshaping music creation, the copyright conundrums it creates, and what happens when making a living as a musician feels more like a tech startup than an art form. Amid all the noise, they find hope in the resilience of artists and the irreplaceable magic of human performance.

Takeaways

• AI is reshaping the music industry and how we create music.
• Copyright laws have evolved but still struggle to keep up with technology.
• The emotional connection in live music is irreplaceable.
• Musicians face challenges in earning a living due tostreaming services.
• The balance between technology and human creativity is crucial.
• DIY musicians advocate for their rights in the age of AI.
• Live performances offer a unique experience that technology cannot replicate.
• The future of recorded music may become homogenized without human input.
• Supporting local musicians is essential for a vibrant music scene.
• The struggle of creating music is part of the artisticjourney.