The South West AI Show Podcast
The AI Show (South West) is a podcast series that brings together business leaders, innovators, and practitioners from across the South West of the UK to share their real-world experiences of using AI in business. From what's working, to everything we’re learning along the way - this is a space to share stories, spark ideas, and support each other on the journey towards smarter, more sustainable AI adoption.
Our goal is to demystify AI by focusing on practical applications, lessons learned, and the human side of digital transformation.
Each episode features a different guest, offering authentic insights into how AI is being adopted across industries and how it's reshaping the way we work.
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Episodes
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
In this episode of The AI Show South West, we're joined by Troy Wheeler, Group Managing Director at Tomlinson Solutions, for an in-depth conversation on leadership, technology, cyber security, and the rapid evolution of AI in business.
Troy shares his personal journey to becoming Group Managing Director, including his recent recognition as an EMEA MSP Titan finalist, before exploring how Tomlinson Solutions has evolved beyond traditional IT support into a true strategic technology partner — combining managed IT, cyber security, cloud transformation, and digital innovation.
We discuss:
How Torbay and East Devon in the UK are emerging as a tech powerhouse — often referred to as “Silicon Bay”
Why strong IT and cyber security foundations are essential for safe and scalable AI adoption
The real risks AI introduces to infrastructure, data, and security — and how businesses should prepare
We also talk about Troy’s involvement in the RUN Network, exploring why collaboration — not competition — is the key to accelerating growth across the South West business and tech community.
Monday Nov 24, 2025
Monday Nov 24, 2025
In this episode of The AI Show South West, hosts Matt Greaves and Shane Solomon talk with Helen Wylde-Archibald, Co-Founder and Brand Ambassador of South West AI Solutions, about one of the most urgent topics facing business leaders today: AI governance.
Helen explains why every organisation — even those not actively using AI — needs a governance framework. From the rise of Shadow AI and hidden risks in SMEs, to the fast-changing regulatory landscape with the EU AI Act and ISO/IEC 42001, she highlights what leaders need to know now to protect their people and their organisation.
Helen also shares how businesses can unlock AI’s upside — from productivity gains and smarter decision-making to long-term competitive advantage — provided it’s introduced responsibly with appropriate guardrails. A must-watch for business leaders who want to embrace AI safely, strategically, and with confidence.
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
In this episode of The AI Show South West, we're joined by Dr Ben Siu - Lecturer in Marketing and Portfolio Lead (Marketing and Place) at the University of Plymouth Business School and a passionate AI advocate.
Ben shares how he is using AI to enhance student learning in the Business School. From rethinking how students engage with content, to developing responsible approaches to AI integration in education - it’s a conversation full of practical ideas and thoughtful reflection.
This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the role of AI in education, and how it can be used to support learning in ethical, innovative ways.
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Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
In this episode, hosts Shane Solomon and Matt Greaves sit down with Vicki Banthorpe from Momentum for Professionals - a South West based Marketing agency supporting professional service firms - to explore how AI is transforming the world of marketing and the role of marketers. From first impressions to real-world results, Vicki shares honest insights on how she's been using AI in her business, what she's learned along the way and why human oversight is more important than ever in an AI era.