About Mark Shaw

From Twitter Authority to AI Explorer: A New Chapter Begins

Former UK Twitter expert. Author. Speaker. Trainer. Consultant.
Fueled by almond croissants & Haribo Tangfastics. Currently on a mission to explore more of the world—and dive deep into the future of AI.


A Decade of Digital Influence: 2008–2018

Between 2008 and 2018, I experienced a career transformation that many dream of. I went from being completely invisible online to becoming one of the UK’s leading authorities on Twitter.

During that time, I:

  • Spoke at prestigious conferences and venues across the UK
  • Completed 230+ radio and TV interviews
  • Became a trusted voice for BBC, Sky News, and top journalists across the country
  • Trained and advised hundreds of businesses on how to use Twitter effectively
  • Authored a book
  • Featured on countless podcasts as a Twitter expert
  • Was frequently quoted in the media for my insights on all things Twitter-related

👉 Click here to learn more about my media appearances, talks, and career highlights.


A New Journey: Exploring AI Without the Jargon

Now, I’m heading into uncharted territory: the world of Artificial Intelligence.

But let’s be clear—this isn’t your typical geeky AI blog.
No confusing graphs. No walls of code. No buzzwords or tech-speak that make you feel like you need a PhD in robotics.

Instead, I’m exploring AI through a real-world lens of a middle aged non techie, non geeky, non nerdy guy..

  • What actually works?
  • What’s practical?
  • How can AI help everyday people in business, creativity, or just life in general?

I’ll be sharing:

  • Hands-on insights from my own experiments
  • Plain English explanations of AI tools like ChatGPT
  • The occasional rant, reflection, and curiosity-fueled detour
  • And yes, some laughs along the way

“What the hell is this ChatGPT thing—and why is it writing better emails than me?”

Whether you’re AI-curious, a bit sceptical, or just here to explore with me—you’re in the right place.


Beyond the Screen: My Passion for Travel

When I’m not down the rabbit hole of AI, I’m dreaming about my next adventure. Travel is a massive part of what I love—and what inspires me.

My ultimate bucket list includes:

  • Going on a Safari in Africa
  • Visiting more of the Seven Wonders of the World
  • Exploring the Galápagos Islands
  • And—wait for it—standing at the North Pole (Don’t ask me why, I’ve just always fancied it.)

So while I’m exploring the virtual future through AI, I’m also chasing real-world magic through travel.


Let’s See Where This Goes…

This blog is about reinvention, exploration, and curiosity—in both the digital and physical world. If you’re interested in:

  • The evolution from social media to AI
  • Learning about tech without the tech-speak
  • Hearing honest takes from someone who’s been there, done that
  • Mixing Twitter nostalgia with AI innovation
  • And dreaming of traveling the globe

Then join me.

Let’s go down the rabbit hole—no jargon required.