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Since its launch on Facebook Live in 2017, Automation Unplugged has become the leading podcast for AV and custom integration professionals. Now pre-recorded and produced in both audio and video formats, episodes are released across our website, social media, and all major streaming platforms. Our content spans engaging interviews with industry leaders, in-depth discussions with One Firefly’s marketing experts, and insightful education on marketing & business growth strategies. From industry trends and business development to marketing, hiring, and beyond, Automation Unplugged delivers the knowledge and perspectives you need to stay ahead in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
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      Tune in for a special announcement about the future of Automation Unplugged.

      This week, we have a special announcement about the future of Automation Unplugged. 

      Host Ron Callis announces an exciting update to the Automation Unplugged lineup. Starting in June, the podcast's fourth episode each month will pivot from marketing segments to dedicated AI Insights. Join us as we sit down with industry experts to explore real-world AI use cases, practical applications for integrators, and what is actually working in the business world today.

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      Transcript

      Ron:

      Hey. Hey there, Ron Callis with another special episode of Automation Unplugged, and we're making some lineup changes to Automation Unplugged, and I want you to be the first to hear about it. As the industry continues to evolve, we're always looking for ways to bring in the most relevant conversations and insights. And right now there's one topic that's impossible to ignore. So starting in June, we're making a small but exciting change to our monthly lineup. Our fourth episode each month will now be dedicated to a topic that's reshaping business and technology, and that is ai. In these episodes, I'll be sitting down with industry experts to learn how they're actually using AI in their businesses. We'll explore real world use cases. What's working, what's not, and how integrators can start applying AI in practical ways. This is all about cutting through the noise and getting to what actually matters. If you've been following along, you know, we've previously featured marketing expert segments in this time slot every month. We're incredibly grateful for those conversations, but we believe the shift will bring even more timely value to you and your business. Everything else you love about Automation Unplugged stays the same. Great conversations, real stories, insights from across the industry. We're really excited about where this is going and can't wait to bring you these conversations to you. Stay tuned, and as always, thanks for listening to Automation Unplugged, and if you are experimenting with AI in your business, I'd love to hear from you. Please reach out so we could, if you're willing, feature you on a special AI Insights episode of Automation Unplugged.

       

      Ron Callis is the CEO of One Firefly, LLC, a digital marketing agency based out of South Florida and creator of Automation Unplugged. Founded in 2007, One Firefly has quickly became the leading marketing firm specializing in the integrated technology and security space. The One Firefly team work hard to create innovative solutions to help Integrators boost their online presence, such as the elite website solution, Mercury Pro.