This video debates whether AI will replace traditional SEOs or simply supercharge the way SEO work is delivered. James Dooley and Mike Martin discuss AI website building, vibe coding, local SEO, Google Business Profiles, rank and rent, lead generation and paid ads because these areas are changing quickly as AI tools become faster and cheaper. Mike Martin argues that basic web design, on-page SEO, copywriting and clerical SEO tasks are becoming commoditised because AI can now follow SOPs, build sites and automate large parts of delivery. James Dooley pushes back because strong SEO still needs brand trust, search intent, backlinks, information gain, digital PR, topical authority and project oversight. The discussion also covers pricing pressure, client outcomes, AI slop and why Google Business Profile optimisation may remain valuable because it requires ongoing local activity and human judgement.Where to Listen to This EpisodeThe AI SEO Debate is available across all major podcast platforms. Choose your preferred platform below.Listen to The AI SEO Debate on TransistorListen to The AI SEO Debate on Pocket CastsListen to The AI SEO Debate on Amazon MusicListen to The AI SEO Debate on AudibleListen to The AI SEO Debate on CastroListen to The AI SEO Debate on CastboxListen to The AI SEO Debate on Podcast AddictListen to The AI SEO Debate on DeezerListen to The AI SEO Debate on RephonicListen to The AI SEO Debate on MetacastListen to The AI SEO Debate on Player FMListen to The AI SEO Debate on SpotifyListen to The AI SEO Debate on Listen NotesListen to The AI SEO Debate on Podcast GuruListen to The AI SEO Debate on PodchaserListen to The AI SEO Debate on PodverseListen to The AI SEO Debate on Podlink