The Kennedy-Mighell Report

After a run of excellent guests on the pod, Dennis and Tom take a moment to catch up with each other—answering questions on recent trends, tech experimentation, new habits, favorite tools, and more. From information management and GenAI approaches to practical, everyday work routines, the guys share their perspectives, experiences, and recommendations.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: Todoist Obsidian Gemini Claude Schure 58 Microphone Microsoft Teams iPad Mini ManyScripts

Many of AI’s impacts are still difficult for us to understand within existing legal service frameworks, but its relentless progress cannot be ignored. To develop a deeper understanding of how AI is transforming the legal profession and its service delivery, Dennis and Tom welcome Kaichen (KC) Xu of AI Lawyer Lab. KC discusses his expertise in developing exceptional efficiencies in legal service delivery—all powered by AI and automation.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions.

Philosophies and approaches to AI use differ vastly amongst its users, and Dennis and Tom are no exception. While Dennis imagines “panning for gold” with a high-level thought partner, Tom treats AI as a well-managed, prudent employee. The guys give detailed insights into their prompting styles and discuss both the goals and results of their differing modes of use.  Later, they experiment with AI to analyze the podcast and make inferences about who their audience is and what they want out of the show. Did AI get it right? Dennis and Tom discuss.  As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions.   Show Notes: Google Weather Lab  Optimize your workspace with AI

For a unique perspective on legal technology, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell welcome law librarian Ariana Paulino. Ariana shares her insights on engaging with today’s leading technologies and AI tools, as well as helping law students learn to use them effectively in legal practice. They explore how building relationships with technology vendors can help lawyers stay current on essential tools for their firms and discuss the importance of balancing AI’s capabilities with strong foundational legal skills. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: Data Camp getbrick.com

New, wearable AI technology products are entering the market in a steady stream, but should any of us be rushing to get these new, shiny tech toys? Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell dig into the world of wearable AI, from rings to pendants to glasses and more, to explore their intent and discuss the controversies that have inevitably followed in their wake. Do these gadgets deliver unique value? Is your privacy at risk? Are you violating others’ rights to privacy if you wear them? The guys unpack these weighty considerations and much more. Later, Tom’s got a new Second Brain! After a major overhaul, Tom’s pretty pleased with his new system, so the guys talk through his current approach and uses for this technology tool. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions.   Show Notes: Spotify’s AI playlists