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Oct 14
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Knowledge to understanding and how to ge...

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In this two-part episode, Lieutenant General Mike Groen (retd) joins Harry Kemsley and Sean Corbett to share his experience in the US intelligence and operational communities and how decision making is evolving in the age of data overload. They explore the transition from drowning in data to achieving clear thinking and decisive action in military and security operations. Discover how AI and technology can amplify human judgment without replacing it, and why putting the human brain on a pedestal is crucial in today's information-rich environment. Listen to how unlocking the potential of AI as a force multiplier can support strategic decision making.

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