Michael Mcqueen

Illinois, Sydney

Trend forecaster, media commentator and bestselling author of 8 books. https://t.co/Hcu22z9K6g. https://t.co/j0xJMuf32O…

Articles

Can AI Be Funny? The Rise (and Risks) of Artificial Humour

2 weeks ago | pulse941.com.au | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Michael McQueenIn an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving at speed, its influence across nearly every part of our lives is hard to ignore. One fascinating frontier? AI’s leap into humour—a space we’ve long thought of as uniquely human. But AI systems are now trawling vast datasets to learn what makes us laugh, creating both new possibilities and a few red flags in how we interact with machines. Humour may be deeply human, but it follows patterns that machines can learn.
Forget Perks and Ping-Pong: These 5 Trends Are Redefining the Workplace of Tomorrow

3 weeks ago | pulse941.com.au | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Michael McQueenThe way we work is not just evolving. It is being reinvented. The pandemic may have triggered the shift, but the momentum now comes from something deeper. Technological leaps, generational realignment, architectural overhauls, cultural frictions, and the rapid integration of AI are all colliding at once. For business leaders, HR professionals and commercial property strategists, the question is no longer whether the world of work is changing. It is how fast and how radically.
The Most Dangerous Strategy in Today’s Business Climate? Playing It Safe

3 weeks ago | 96five.com | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

“The electric light never came from the continuous improvement of candles.” – Oren HarariIn business, making small, incremental improvements can keep things running smoothly—but it won’t future-proof an organization. According to PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, 42% of CEOs believe their companies won’t be viable in ten years if they stay on their current path. The message is clear: playing it safe is no longer safe.
The Most Dangerous Strategy in Today’s Business Climate? Playing It Safe

1 month ago | wayfm.org.au | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Michael McQueen “The electric light never came from the continuous improvement of candles.” – Oren HarariIn business, making small, incremental improvements can keep things running smoothly—but it won’t future-proof an organization. According to PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, 42% of CEOs believe their companies won’t be viable in ten years if they stay on their current path. The message is clear: playing it safe is no longer safe.
Is AI Making You Worse at Your Job?

1 month ago | 96five.com | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

I had a moment recently that made me stop and think. I was driving a hire car, something I do often while travelling for work. But this one didn’t have the bells and whistles I’m used to—no reverse camera, no 360-degree sensors, no helpful beeping when I got too close to the curb. I found myself hesitating, second-guessing my angles and approach. And that’s when it hit me. Something I used to be really good at—parking—had started to slip away from me.
Is AI Making You Worse at Your Job?

1 month ago | wayfm.org.au | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Michael McQueen I had a moment recently that made me stop and think. I was driving a hire car, something I do often while travelling for work. But this one didn’t have the bells and whistles I’m used to—no reverse camera, no 360-degree sensors, no helpful beeping when I got too close to the curb. I found myself hesitating, second-guessing my angles and approach. And that’s when it hit me. Something I used to be really good at—parking—had started to slip away from me.
Easter in the Torres Strait’s Boigu Island

1 month ago | ultra106five.com | Events Easter |Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Helping Hands TV “For me, growing up on Boigu Island was like living in heaven on earth”, says indigenous evangelist, Laurel Pabai. Located in the northernmost tip of Queensland’s Torres Strait Islands and just six kilometres from Papua New Guinea, Boigu Island is where Laurel was born and raised, among idyllic natural beauty, within the love and strength of her indigenous culture and community.
‘The King of Kings’: A New Animated Film in Time for Easter

1 month ago | ultra106five.com | Steff Willis |Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Steff Willis As families look for meaningful entertainment this Easter school holidays, a new animated film is bringing the story of Jesus to life in a fresh and visually stunning way. In The King of Kings, renowned author Charles Dickens, voiced by Kenneth Branagh, recounts the life of Jesus to his son, Walter (Roman Griffin Davis).
Understanding Social Anxiety: It’s More Than Just Shyness

1 month ago | ultra106five.com | Sabrina Peters |Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Sabrina Peters Have you ever walked into a room full of people and felt your stomach twist into knots? Maybe your mind starts racing with thoughts like, What if I say something awkward? What if they think I’m boring? If so, you’re not alone—many people experience social anxiety. Social anxiety isn’t just about being shy or introverted. It’s a deep, persistent fear of being judged, scrutinised, or embarrassing yourself in social situations.
Can AI Be Funny? The Rise (and Risks) of Artificial Humour

1 month ago | wayfm.org.au | Michael McQueen |Michael Mcqueen

By: Michael McQueen In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving at speed, its influence across nearly every part of our lives is hard to ignore. One fascinating frontier? AI’s leap into humour—a space we’ve long thought of as uniquely human. But AI systems are now trawling vast datasets to learn what makes us laugh, creating both new possibilities and a few red flags in how we interact with machines. Humour may be deeply human, but it follows patterns that machines can learn.