In this episode of Leading Minds Revealed, host Michael Apollo sits down with Srini Koushik, founder of Right Brain Labs, for a grounded and practical conversation on what AI fluency really means for today’s leaders.

Rather than focusing on hype or tools alone, Srini reframes AI as a leadership capability — one that requires intention, discernment, and responsibility. The discussion explores how executives can engage with AI in a way that strengthens human judgment, supports sustainable decision-making, and avoids over-automation at the expense of people.

Srini shares how he personally uses AI systems, why leaders must invest as much in human capability as in technology, and how ethical and responsible adoption starts with mindset, not policy. This episode challenges leaders to move beyond experimentation and toward thoughtful integration of AI into how they think, learn, and lead. If you’re navigating AI acceleration at the leadership level and want clarity without noise, this conversation offers a steady and practical lens.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome to Leading Minds Revealed

00:33 – Podcast mission and leadership focus

00:45 – Introducing host Michael Apollo

01:15 – Framing the challenge of AI acceleration

02:10 – Introducing Srini Koushik and Right Brain Labs

03:22 – What AI fluency actually means for leaders

06:04 – Why AI is a leadership issue, not a tech issue

09:18 – Investing in humans alongside technology

12:41 – Responsible and ethical use of AI

16:09 – Moving beyond hype and tool obsession

19:27 – How Srini personally uses AI systems

23:08 – AI personas and intentional engagement

27:34 – Decision-making, judgment, and discernment

31:56 – Sustainability and long-term thinking

35:42 – Supporting organizations through AI adoption

39:10 – Final reflections and leadership takeaways

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