Adam Spencer

Laugh and learn with one of Australia's most dynamic and engaging minds. Adam Spencer is an iconic star of radio and television, and now a leading conference MC and keynote speaker. Artificial intelligence is where he is most in demand: he cuts through the hype on AI, cyber security, the future of work and the ChatGPT revolution to leave audiences with takeaways they can use right away. But Adam is far more than an AI speaker, and that range is exactly why organisers keep booking him.

With 25 years across television, radio and live events, Adam has hosted award winning breakfast radio in Australia's toughest markets, fronted live current affairs television, and hosts the hit TV series Epic Builds, which drew more than 3 million viewers in Australia. He shared the 2013 TED stage in California with Elon Musk, Ben Affleck and Bono, has won improvised theatre competitions, and once interviewed John Travolta in front of 75,000 people. Whether an event is technically demanding with dozens of moving parts or has him flying by the seat of his pants, he brings the same energy, engagement and entertainment to every stage, set and screen.

As an MC and host, Adam does the research and crafts the narrative that helps people tell their story, and it is remarkable what he draws out of them. He has interviewed prime ministers, Hollywood stars, Fortune 500 CEOs, Nobel Prize winning scientists and Australians of the Year, and he was the first person in the world to interview the legendary Thai cave rescuers, all with the obsessive focus on keeping to time that only 15 years of breakfast radio can teach.

So whether you want your CEO, SMEs and customers brought to life on stage, or a room that laughs while it learns about the very latest in AI and tech, Adam is informative, thought provoking and genuinely entertaining every time.

Speaking topics

Cyber security

A cybercrime is reported in Australia every seven minutes, costing more than $29 billion annually. Telstra alone blocks hundreds of millions of suspicious SMS and phone calls every year.

Whether it's catphishing, ransomware, deep fake videos - cyber is a new game altogether. It is slick. It is personalised. And it is everywhere. As Adam likes to say, "You're only as strong as your weakest link ... and that link is Gary from accounts - who just LOVES clicking on cat videos."

Audience takeaways:

  • The cutting-edge best - or should I say, worst - examples of cybercrime
  • The sheer scope and types of cybercrime in Australia
  • Practical tips you can employ right now to improve your cyber security
  • Why protecting your business is a people and culture issue as much as a software one

How the AI GPT revolution is changing work and business forever

Adam takes a deep dive into the digital revolution that is being heralded by ChatGPT and adjacent Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies.

Starting with the absolute basics - "what is a GPT and how does it work" - all the way through to the most recent product and platform releases, often just weeks old, Adam will bring your audience up to speed with these incredible disruptive technologies.

GPT call centres and AI-generated training materials that save millions. Incredible life-like videos from simple language commands. Analysing complex information in seconds for business insights and sales leads. Transforming our children's education. And the promise of a world without language barriers.

Don't put all this in the too-hard basket - let Adam show how to make AI work for you today and carry your business into tomorrow.

Audience takeaways:

  • How AI (inc. LLMs like ChatGPT) is impacting every industry and how to harness its potential
  • Sneak peaks at the very latest tech breakthroughs, often just weeks old!
  • The social and cyber threats of disinformation posed by video and voice simulation, and other potential downsides
  • The power to be drawn from the youngest people in your workforce
  • Tips for keeping up if you feel overwhelmed by the pace of change

Mathematics education and the importance of numeracy

As Australia's most popular mathematician, Adam has been entertaining and inspiring educators, parents and kids with his joy for all things mathematical for decades.

His TED Talk on 'Monster Prime Numbers' has clocked over 2 million views and is regularly voted one of the top 10 best TED maths and science talks and he was one of the featured speakers in Carmen Gallo's 2022 book Talk Like Ted - the 9 public speaking secrets of the world's top minds.

Audience takeaways:

  • The joy of mathematics
  • The importance of maths and STEM education
  • Encouraging girls into maths and science
  • Cool maths facts you can use to blow other people's minds

MC and panel hosting specialist

Adam has hosted award-winning breakfast radio shows in Australia's toughest markets and live current affairs TV. He has won improvised Theatre Competitions and once interviewed John Travolta in front of 75,000 people. Whether it's a technically demanding event with dozens of moving parts or flying by the seat of your pants, he prides himself on the level of energy, engagement and entertainment that he always provides whenever on stage.

With 25 years of experience in television, radio and events ... Adam loves curating challenging, thought-provoking conversations. He has interviewed Prime Ministers, Hollywood Stars, Fortune 500 CEOs, Nobel Prize-winning scientists and Australians of the Year ... and was the first person in the world to ever interview our legendary Thai cave rescuers

Adam loves doing the research and crafting the narrative that helps people tell their story. Informative, fun and guaranteed to contain takeaways you've never heard before. If there is only time to ask one quick question of a speaker before moving on, you know it will be an awesome question. If you give him 10 minutes, just watch what he can get out of them.

All done with an obsessive focus on keeping to time that only 15 years of breakfast radio can give you.

If you want your CEO, your experts, and your customers brought to life in a conversation from 3 minutes to an hour let's chat.

Testimonials

Adam was great to work with! A real pro, our members, sponsors, speakers and exhibitors all loved him. He brought a lot of buzz to the sessions and the exhibition space.
Real Estate Institute WA

I've never laughed harder on a corporate stage. What a chat!
Alan Joyce, CEO Qantas

One of the most enjoyable, open and honest public conversations I've been part of.
Shane Fitzsimmons, Commissioner NSW Rural Fire Service

The best interview of General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt I've ever seen.
Joanne Woo, VP Marketing and Comms, General Electric

Our first ever on-stage interview and we couldn't have been in better hands.
Thai Cave rescue divers Craig Challen and Richard Harris

Adam held a room of Nobel Prize Winners in the palm of his hand.
Brian Schmidt, 2011 Nobel Prize for Physics

Adam nailed it. he's smart, funny, and kept the audience engaged, laughing and interested.
Melanie Silva, MD, Google Australia & New Zealand

Adam Spencer welcomed guests with his unique style of humour, wit and intelligence, facilitating a thought-provoking and fascinating discussion with (PepsiCo CEO) Indra Nooyi on everything from bilateral trade agreements to balancing a career with a fulfilling family life.
The Growth Faculty

The things Adam Spencer talks and writes about should be taught in every school worldwide.
Malcolm Gladwell

The feedback was amazing. Our guests loved it. Adam went above and beyond.
Bank of Melbourne

Adam was extremely engaging and kept our audience interested. He was on point and met the client's expectations with content and delivery. Adam is a true professional.
ID Events Australia

Adam was the perfect host, and his witty, insightful and hilarious talk on AI was brilliant.
Trent McClaren - XBert - 2017 Australian Accounting thought leader of the year

Thank you Adam. So insightful and the room was captivated!
Senior Manager Client Marketing and Advocacy Blackline

Adam's enlightening presentation showed us the incredible opportunities AI presents in every corner of our lives while providing a lighthearted capstone to both events.
VP, Corporate & Brand Marketing BlackLine

Adam was not only informative and knowledgeable, he was engaging and humorous in his delivery and a pleasure to work with.
Municipal Association of Victoria

Our audience loved Adam. He was among the top rated presenters of our full day conference.
Executive Manager Media Relations & Marketing, Real Estate Institute WA

Adam was incredibly engaging. The feedback from our attendees was overwhelmingly positive.
College of Arts, Education & Social Sciences, James Cook University, Australia

Adam was incredibly engaging. The feedback from our attendees was overwhelmingly positive around Adam's engagement with the group. The time he took to acknowledge our work was very much appreciated.
College of Arts, Education & Social Sciences - James Cook University, Australia

Adam was of course fantastic as ever - the perfect fit, a pleasure to deal with (as always), and delivered a great show. We love Adam.
John Holland

Adam's performance was nothing short of exceptional. His passion combined with his engaging presentation style inspired many attendees.
Associate Evangelism Director | Connectwise

His ability to blend razor-sharp wit with mind-blowing AI insights kept the audience in awe, simultaneously laughing and questioning reality. One minute we were doubled over at his jokes, the next we were rethinking the future of technology. I left inspired and entertained.
National Events Manager | AMCA

Our delegates really loved and valued Adam's presentation. It was a great way to start out our conference.
Director of Northern Agriculture | Sydney Institute of Agriculture

Adam was perfect match for our event. The audience loved the opportunity to chat and interact with him.
Eventscape

Truly outstanding! With a perfect blend of wit and professionalism, he kept everyone engaged from start to finish. A flawless performance as emcee.
Head of Media and Communications | Australian Constructors Association

Adam's keynote truly set the tone for the day, impressing us all with the depth and breadth of his insights on Generative AI.
Spotlight Committee | Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong

Adam truly is an event manager's dream! He brings a level of warmth and authenticity, and we couldn't have asked for a better MC.
Communications Coordinator | The Fred Hollows Foundation

Adams presentation was by far the most spoken about session of the weeklong conference, and as the host definitely delivered on my expectations.
Chief Executive, Taronga Conservation Society Australia

Adam Spencer was an outstanding presenter at our Association Members Day for Catholic Primary Principals in Western Australia and his ability to communicate complex ideas to a broad audience was truly impressive.
President, Catholic Primary Principals Association WA

Adam's ability to seamlessly blend technology and humour kept the atmosphere light, interactive, and entertaining, without detracting from the significance of the event.
Office Manager, Cornerstone Events

Adam Spencer captivated our entire company with his engaging, witty and intellectual presentation.
Office Manager, EA

Adam's experience in bringing highly technical subjects down to practical takeaways for the audience, mixed with great humour and interesting stories, made the event memorable as well as educational.
Regional Director, Business NSW Mid North Coast

Adam Spencer was a standout MC for our high-profile client's recent fundraiser. With over 1,000 guests, he expertly struck the balance between fun and purpose. I'd work with him again in a heartbeat!
Founder & Event Director, Rare Productions

Adam Spencer was an outstanding keynote speaker. His passion for the subject matter was contagious, and the feedback from our attendees has been overwhelmingly positive. We highly recommend Adam as a keynote speaker.
Event Manager, ODMA

Adam is an outstanding presenter with a brilliant mind. He actively participated in networking sessions, providing valuable insights and fostering connections. Working with Adam was seamless - he's accommodating, approachable, and professional.
MYOB

It is obvious that Adam is well informed in the area of AI and he tailored his presentation to demonstrate some impacts AI will have on our industry - the science of measurement. His delivery was engaging and entertaining and we've received very positive feedback from our members.
President, Metrology Society of Australasia

Adam's keynotes were both engaging and insightful, sparking many conversations among the conference attendees after the event.
Communication and Events Coordinator, Australian Glass & Window Association

An absolute hit! Smart, funny, and thought-provoking! Our members loved every minute - an exceptional keynote from a true professional.
CEO, Rapid Group Co-operative Ltd

Adam was a true professional. He was engaging, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.
AMPC CEO Edwina Toohey

Working with Adam Spencer was a real pleasure. He was really engaged with our team so every detail aligned with our goals and expectations.
Executive Business Partner, Novigi

Engaging, enlightening, and genuinely unforgettable.
Marketing and Event Manager, RIMPA Live Convention

The feedback was one of the best we've ever had. He was a fantastic choice. 
IT Nation Community Manager, Connectwise

Adam Spencer was an exceptional presenter, delivering a high-energy keynote, and expertly facilitating our Board panel session-both of which were rated very highly.
SOPAC 2026

Your workshop on Seriously Cyber received an average rating of 4.5/5, with 89% positive ratings and was the highest‑rated session of the conference.
TAFE Gippsland

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