Sean Blanchfield Says: Don't Get This Wrong

Sean Blanchfield Says: Don't Get This Wrong

Author: Maryrose Lyons March 17, 2026 Duration: 12:21

Serial entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Jentic, Sean Blanchfield joins our host Maryrose Lyons for a conversation about Ireland's AI opportunity, and the risks of getting it wrong. From energy infrastructure and nuclear power to the future of the professional class, Sean lays out a bold, pragmatic roadmap for positioning Ireland to win in the AI generation. A must-listen for founders, policymakers, and anyone thinking seriously about the future of the Irish economy.


Key Topics


Ireland's AI strategy and infrastructure

Energy and regulation for AI development

Future economy and AI's impact on jobs and wealth

Data centers and inference centers in Ireland

Regulatory environment and green energy initiatives


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Sean Blanchfield and AI in Ireland

01:07 Ireland's Position in the AI Landscape

01:43 The Future of Work and AI's Impact

04:47 Regulatory Challenges and Data Centers

07:40 Energy Needs for AI Infrastructure

09:24 The Importance of Creativity in the AI Era



Connect with Sean Blanchfield : https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanblanchfield/


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


Maryrose Lyons brings her experience from the AI Institute to Chatting GPT, a podcast that digs into the practical realities of artificial intelligence. Instead of theoretical discussions, these are grounded conversations with the directors, founders, and strategists who are implementing AI solutions right now. You’ll hear from people who have moved their organizations beyond pilot projects into genuine transformation, sharing what worked, what didn’t, and why. The focus often lands on the built environment-exploring how AI is actively reshaping design processes, construction methodologies, and facility management from the studio to the job site. This series is built on the premise that the most valuable lessons come from those with hands-on experience. Each episode unpacks the human decisions behind the technology, offering tangible insights for professionals in technology, business, and education who are navigating their own courses. By listening to this podcast, you gain access to a rare dialogue about applied intelligence, where the conversation is always rooted in real-world execution and impact.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 43

Chatting GPT
Podcast Episodes
Maryrose Lyons and Lollie Mancey on the Future of Work [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:29
Let's start with Human!In this first episode, we are delighted to have Dr Lollie Mancey, leading digital anthropologist, discussing the impact of AI on the world of work and the importance of human involvement in the pro…
Chatting GPT Trailer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:33
Introducing Chatting GPT - a new podcast series, hosted by Maryrose Lyons of the AI Institute that covers the fascinating and fast moving world of Generative AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…