AI Demystified: Applying the framework to Government

Everyone's talking about AI in government. But how do you move beyond the headlines and generative AI hype to something that actually delivers measurable public value? In this episode of The Modern Government Podcast, Chad Bond, Director of Strategy and Innovation at Zaizi, sits down with Antonio Weiss, Senior Partner at The PSC and author of the bestselling book AI Demystified, for a practitioner-led conversation on applying his framework specifically to government. Drawing on real experience across central government, the NHS, and public sector agencies, Chad and Antonio share what's actually worked, what hasn't, and why - including lessons from NHS surgical scheduling and Border Force freight scanning operations (ScanApp). Together they explore: What practical AI looks like in public services, beyond the generative AI headlines Why understanding your baseline is the first step before deploying any AI tool How to move from tool-first experimentation to problem-first delivery Common reasons AI pilots stall in the public sector and how teams can get them back on track How to balance innovation, risk, ethics and operational reality when deploying AI in live services If you work in government digital, AI strategy, public sector innovation, or service delivery - this episode is essential listening. 📖 Get Antonio's book, AI Demystified: https://www.antonioweiss.com/ai-demys... 🌐 Zaizi is a specialist digital and technology partner to the UK public sector. Find out more about Zaizi at https://www.zaizi.com 🎙️ Are you a current or former government leader with a story to tell? We'd love to have you on the podcast. Get in touch at www.zaizi.com/contact