92. The Future Is Now: AI, Risk, and Building with Purpose with Swish Goswami (Part 2)

The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast

In this dynamic Part 2 episode, entrepreneur and growth strategist Swish Goswami returns to The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast to explore the cutting edge of AI, data ethics, and leading with intention in an unpredictable world.

From the growing tension between privacy and innovation to the responsibility of the next generation of creators, Swish unpacks what it takes to thrive in a digital-first era. He also shares actionable strategies for collecting first-party data, using no-code tools to transform customer engagement, and building authentic, future-ready relationships.

It’s a sharp, forward-looking conversation at the intersection of modern marketing, entrepreneurial resilience, and tech-powered growth.

https://www.swishgoswami.com/

Timestamp Guide:

[00:00–03:00] The AI surveillance debate: Is our phone listening—and what happens next?

[03:00–07:00] How platforms track behavior, listen for cues, and sell targeted access

[07:00–10:00] Why North America lags in privacy laws & what GDPR gets right

[10:00–14:00] Marketing in the age of AI: personalization, data, and trust

[14:00–19:00] Loyalty programs, event-driven marketing & digital rewards for restaurants

[19:00–22:00] Replit & no-code AI platforms: Building smarter, faster, and cheaper

[22:00–26:00] Gamifying customer experiences and building public-facing leaderboards

[26:00–30:00] AI optimism vs. AI caution: The parental dilemma in a post-ChatGPT world

[30:00–35:00] The responsibility of Gen Z and what it really means to take initiative

[35:00–38:00] Entrepreneurial mindset tips for teens and why network is everything

[38:00–42:00] First-principle thinking, Sunday planning rituals & high-performance habits

[42:00–47:00] What stops most people? Risk, fear, failure—and how to reframe them

[47:00–50:00] Constant motion: why failing fast and often is a sign you’re doing it right

Notable Quotes:

“AI is going to replace repetitive roles—but your ability to think critically, build relationships, and act fast? That’s the real differentiator.” – Swish Goswami

“Marketing isn’t about shouting louder. It’s about building a feedback loop between trust, value, and relevance.” – Swish Goswami

Featured Resources & Tools:

• Replit – No-code AI platform for loyalty cards, gamification, and business apps: https://replit.com
• Typeform (AI Survey Builder) – https://www.typeform.com
• Google Veo 3 (Video Gen) – AI video generation tool for onboarding & content
• 11 Labs (AI Voice Cloning) – Hyper-realistic audio generation: https://elevenlabs.io
• Gleam.io (Giveaway Engine) – Smart sweepstakes & lead generation platform: https://gleam.io
• GDPR Overview – The global gold standard in data protection: https://gdpr.eu

Key Takeaways:

• Businesses should start collecting first-party data now—email, SMS, and engagement tracking are the foundation of future-proof marketing.
• Use no-code platforms like Replit to build loyalty systems, gamify customer behavior, and enhance user experiences—fast.
• AI can be both an enabler and a threat—leaders must balance innovation with responsibility, especially when it comes to youth and data privacy.
• Gen Z has unprecedented tools—Swish urges young people to take action and build something they care about.
• Your mindset around risk, failure, and action determines how far you go. Stay in motion. Think critically. Don’t wait for permission.

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