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AI or Not

Pamela Isom
Artificial Intelligence
Governance
AI Governance
IBM
Genai
Generative AI
Digital Health
Electrification Of Native Lands
AI Ethics
EU AI Act
Data Centers
Water Scarcity
Agentic AI
AI Agents
Department Of Energy
Supercomputing
Software Engineering
Paris Brain Institute
Cybersecurity
Energy

Welcome to "AI or Not," the podcast where digital transformation meets real-world wisdom, hosted by Pamela Isom. With over 25 years of guiding the top echelons of corporate, public and private sectors through the ever-evolving digital landscape, Pamela, CEO and Founder of IsAdvice & Consulting LLC, is your expert navigator in the exploration of artificial intelligence, innovation, cyber, data, and... more

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Welcome to "AI or Not," the podcast where we explore the intersection of digital transformation and real-world wisdom, hosted by the accomplished Pamela Isom. With over 25 years of experience guiding leaders in corporate, public, and private sectors,... more

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Welcome to "AI or Not," the podcast where we explore the intersection of digital transformation and real-world wisdom, hosted by the accomplished Pamela Isom. With over 25 years of experience guiding leaders in corporate, public, and private sectors,... more

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Welcome to "AI or Not," the podcast where we explore the intersection of digital transformation and real-world wisdom, hosted by the accomplished Pamela Isom. With over 25 years of experience guiding leaders in corporate, public, and private sectors,... more

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Welcome to "AI or Not," the podcast where we explore the intersection of digital transformation and real-world wisdom, hosted by the accomplished Pamela Isom. With over 25 years of experience guiding leaders in corporate, public, and private sectors,... more

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LaRhonda Julien
Performance psychologist; IEEE SESDC Electrification of Native Lands Task Force Chair
IEEE; Electrification of Native Lands Task Force
Episode: E059 - AI or Not - LaRhonda Julien and Pamela Isom
LeAnn Oliver
Independent consultant and former DOE employee
Department of Energy (former)
Episode: E058 - AI or Not - LeAnn Oliver and Pamela Isom
Nithin Mohan
AI and supercomputing leader
HP (former), NetApp (former), Prerevenue (early engineer)
Episode: E057 - AI or Not - Nithin Mohan and Pamela Isom
James Imanian
Cybersecurity and risk management executive
CyberArk (collaborator)
Episode: E056 - AI or Not - James Imanian and Pamela Isom
Marc Fiammante
PhD student at Paris Brain Institute and leader of the newborn NeuroDigital AI Convergence Project
Paris Brain Institute; IBM (former fellow)
Episode: E055 - AI or Not - Marc Fiammante and Pamela Isom
Carroll Bernard
Co-founder of Govology
Govology
Episode: E054 - AI or Not - Carroll Bernard and Pamela Isom
David Bray
Former CIO, FCC; expert in leadership, cyber risk, and technology strategy
Federal Communications Commission
Episode: E053 - AI or Not - Dr. David Bray and Pamela Isom
Hina Gandhi
Software engineering technical leader
Episode: E052 - AI or Not - Hina Gandhi and Pamela Isom
Dr. Kim Budil
Director of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Episode: E051 - AI or Not - Kim Budil and Pamela Isom

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E035 - AI or Not - Sarah Sullivan and Pamela Isom
Q: Now, tell me more. So did it help you understand the RFP better, or did you use it to summarize the RFP to see what are some of the key things it's looking for, or did you use it to help you with getting some thoughts for your response?
The guest explains they used AI for multiple purposes: summarizing the RFP, identifying key criteria, and drafting elements of the response, all while cross-checking results against direct sources to ensure accuracy.
E059 - AI or Not - LaRhonda Julien and Pamela Isom
Q: I have a question about AI. Where do you see AI meaningfully supporting this electrification journey, and where should we be cautious?
AI can streamline the applications and funding processes for infrastructure in tribal and underserved areas, but there is a risk of misuse and distrust among communities who may not understand it fully; education and transparency are essential to ensure AI adds value without causing harm.
E039 – AI or Not – Stephen Pullum and Pamela Isom
Q: What is the Chief AI Security Officer and why is it needed?
It is a hybrid role combining enterprise security and AI-specific governance to ensure AI systems are secure, aligned with business operations, and properly integrated into the data center and IT infrastructure.
E043 – AI or Not – Sahaj Vaidya and Pamela Isom
Q: What advice would you give to early career professionals interested in digital health and AI policy?
Develop a solid foundation in responsible AI principles and governance literature, identify gaps, and pursue interdisciplinary work. Focus on understanding where AI is truly needed and ensure safety considerations are integral from the start.
E043 – AI or Not – Sahaj Vaidya and Pamela Isom
Q: What makes AI governance critical in healthcare, and how do you see its impact on patient safety and outcomes?
Governance provides safety guardrails around AI use in healthcare, addressing data sensitivity, consent, and transparency, while enabling beneficial applications like improved diagnostics and telemedicine. It ensures trusted, human-centered AI that augments clinicians rather than undermines them.

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