Empowered by AI
Welcome to Empowered by AI, where women entrepreneurs harness the power of AI to transform their businesses, break new ground, and lead confidently. Hosted by Michelle Muncy-Silva, founder of Innovation AI Studios, this podcast is your go-to resource for stories, strategies, and tools that help women combine creativity with cutting-edge technology to build the brands of tomorrow.
In each episode, we sit down with trailblazing women who are not just embracing AI—they’re unapologetically ensuring a place at the table in leveraging AI to redefine their industries, spark innovation, and elevate their businesses. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, Empowered by AI delivers real talk and actionable insights from women who have been where you are, tackled the challenges, and demanded that AI be a tool for women’s progress.
This isn’t just a tech podcast—it’s a platform for women looking for like-minded collaboration and support to build standout brands, gain clarity on how AI serves their strategy, and discover the tools to take their businesses to the next level. We dive deep into topics like AI-enhanced storytelling, using AI to streamline and scale, and the future of creativity in a world where technology is rewriting the rules.
Join us for:
Conversations with women leaders at the forefront of AI and entrepreneurship.
Practical advice on how to integrate AI into your business, even if you’re not a tech expert.
The latest AI tools and resources you can use to build a brand that stands out.
Empowering stories from women who are balancing the demands of running a business with navigating the world of AI.
Each episode is packed with actionable takeaways that you can put into practice right away, whether you’re automating your workflows, enhancing your visual branding, or discovering the next big AI tool that will give your business a competitive edge.
We’ll talk about:
How AI and creativity collide to drive innovation.
The real-life stories of women paving the way in AI, who prove that you don’t need a tech background to master the future.
How AI can help you build a strong, memorable brand.
The AI tools every entrepreneur should have in their toolkit.
The power of mentorship, community, and women supporting women in the AI space.
Our goal? To empower you with the knowledge and tools to embrace AI confidently—no tech degree required—and inspire you with the voices of women who are actively participating in shaping the future of AI - all so we can collaboratively create AI-driven solutions that empower you to transform your business into something that not only thrives but leads the way in your industry.
Ready to take your business to the next level? Tune in, get inspired, and learn how to use AI to amplify your creativity, streamline your processes, and build a brand that’s not just innovative, but unstoppable.
And every episode ends with the same question to our amazing guests: What’s next?
Empowered by AI is more than just a podcast—it’s your community, your resource, and your weekly dose of inspiration to become a leader in the future of entrepreneurship.
Hit subscribe, and let’s transform your business together!
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 70
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
From Hustle to Harmony: Dr. Claire Jacobs on Rest, Self-Trust, and Redefining Success
What if slowing down didn’t mean falling behind, but was actually the key to thriving?
In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Claire Jacobs, a clinical psychologist and life coach for high-achievin…
Beyond Bananas: Practical Use Cases for Gemini 2.5 Flash
We're setting the stage with a playful correction, Nano Banana is officially Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash. And Michelle shares why she couldn’t resist testing it for both fun and real-world business use…
Exhaustion Isn’t Leadership: Pamela Oberg on AI, Change, and Leading Steady
In this episode, Michelle introduces Pamela Oberg, founder of Sea Blue Strategies, who helps businesses align people, process, and purpose—using AI to make work sharper, faster, and more human.
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From Imposter Syndrome to Impact: Kee Jones on Trauma, Tech, and Authentic Leadership
Welcome back to Empowered by AI, the podcast for women entrepreneurs ready to harness AI and lead boldly. In this episode, I sit down with Kee Jones—certified trauma life coach, educator, and fierce …
ChatGPT Agent Mode: What Works, What Breaks, and What's Next
In this solo review, I put the brand-new ChatGPT Agent tool to the test. With all the hype about becoming an “agent boss,” I wanted to know—can it really teach me to prompt better, streamline my auto…
AI Is the New Influencer: Visibility Strategies with Diane Hammons
In today’s digital landscape, visibility isn’t just about showing up on Google—it’s about making sure AI knows you’re worth citing.
In this episode of Empowered by AI, I sit down with Diane Hammons, D…
Myth-Busting, Mindset, and the One-Hour AI Challenge — with Dr. Cecilia Dones
Season 4 wraps with a conversation that will get you thinking differently about AI adoption — whether you’re running a global organization or a one-woman show. Dr. Cecilia Dones, Founder & Chief Data…
ChatGPT 5: Smarter, Faster… But Can It Still Handle My Edge?
This week, I’m stepping away from guest interviews for a special tool review and we’re going straight into the deep end with ChatGPT 5.
You’ve probably heard the hype: better long-term recall, sharper…
AI, Art, and Reinvention: Diane Kjellgren on Creativity, Neurodiversity, and Asking the Right Questions
What happens when a lifelong educator discovers AI—and finds herself all over again? In this inspiring and laughter-filled episode, Michelle sits down with Diane Kjellgren, corporate trainer, former …
Unlocking Canva's Full Potential: AI-Powered Design for Entrepreneurs with Katy Keene
What if Canva could do more than design social posts? In this powerhouse episode, Katy Keene, founder of Keen Lane Co and one of the first Canva Agency Partners in the U.S., takes us deep inside the …
From Big Tech to AI Change Maker: Redefining Readiness with Dajana Achelpohl
Dajana Achelpohl is the founder of AI Change Maker, a former Google and PayPal leader who helps non-technical teams and solopreneurs build practical, purpose-driven AI strategies. And in this episode…
Guardrails, Gut Checks, and Girl Power: Privacy You Can Feel Good About
Merry Ellen Austin and Rachael Ormiston are the dynamic privacy duo at Osano—a B Corp helping businesses build trust through ethical data practices and accessible privacy solutions.
In this episode of…
From Faceless to Fearless: Unlocking AI’s Creative Power with Rene Clayton
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle sits down with Rene Clayton to explore how entrepreneurs can move from curiosity to confident execution with AI. Rene demystifies strategy, shares practic…
Building Purpose Driven AI Movements with Sabrina Ramonov
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Anne Murphy and I sit down with Sabrina Ramonov, the founder of Blotato to discuss the motivation behind her drive to gain 1 million followers by delivering free A…
From Pain to Poetry: How AI Art Can Heal Us
In this heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation, Eli Strzelecka joins Michelle to discuss the power of AI as a tool for emotional reflection, creative expression, and meaningful human connection. Lea…
Rewriting the Creative Code: Money, Mindset, and AI with Jen Fontanilla
What if your money mindset was the missing piece to unlocking your creativity, confidence, and clarity? In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva is joined by Jen Fontanilla, a vi…
From Editor to AI Educator: How Susi O’Neill Redefined Her Creative Voice
Susi O’Neill joins Michelle Muncy-Silva to explore what it means to evolve from a traditional media career into a human-first, AI-empowered content strategist. Her story of reinvention, agency, and e…
Small Boats, Big Wins: Pallavi Sharma on AI, Automation & Building Smarter
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva speaks with marketing powerhouse and AI strategist Pallavi Sharma. With a career spanning from GE to founding her own AI-driven marketing…
Click Smart: Tracey Hawkins on AI, Cybersecurity & Building a Safer Business
In today’s hyper-connected world, AI and cybersecurity are two sides of the same coin. In this compelling episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Tracey Hawkins—aka "Trac…
Prototype, Iterate, Repeat: Building AI Use Cases That Actually Work with Jess Hall
In this episode of Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Jess Hall, product strategist at OpsCanvas and expert in AI use case prototyping. Jes…