Best Joel Beasley Modern Cto Podcasts (2025)

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Our Best Advice on Communication and Hiring Strategies with Mark Porter, CTO at dbt Labs 25:41

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2h ago25:41

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This is some of the best advice we’ve ever heard on managing teams. Today, we're talking to Mark Porter, CTO at dbt Labs. We discuss why knowing your audience is the foundation of effective communication, how to create psychological safety for escalation without surprises, and why hiring remarkable talent requires unconventional tactics like asking…

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The Father of the Cable Modem on Broadband, AI & Hype with Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard 56:30

3d ago56:30

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When he went to investors, nobody believed that the internet would be a big deal. Today, we're talking to Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard, the Father of the Cable Modem. We discuss how he invented broadband when no one believed home internet would succeed, why letting your product do the talking beats PowerPoint presentations, and how to distinguish between t…

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How to Complete an AI Transformation in 18 Months with Rebecca Carr, CEO at SmartRecruiters 55:13

7d ago55:13

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THIS is how you can actually leverage AI to transform your business in a realistic timeframe. Today, we're talking to Rebecca Carr, CEO at SmartRecruiters, about how she led a complete AI transformation of her company in eighteen months without asking the board for permission. We discuss why 58% of job applications are now completed by AI agents, h…

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Leadership Lessons from Business and Church with Jay Owen, CEO at Business Builders 52:27

10d ago52:27

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It’s lonely at the top. But being lonely is actually a choice. Today, we're talking to Jay Owen, CEO at Business Builders. We discuss how leading in ministry has changed his approach to business leadership, why loneliness at the top is actually a choice, and how AI tools like vibe coding are enabling agencies to build $50,000 solutions in just one …

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Web3 Was a Failure…Will Gaming Save it? with Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla 49:39

14d ago49:39

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Web3 crashed and burned when it first rolled out. But now, it’s picking up steam in gaming. Today, we're talking to Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla. We discuss why the first wave of Web3 gaming collapsed into pyramid schemes, how blockchain technology is being reimagined to enhance gameplay instead of replace it, and why creator economies and dec…

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From 2 Guys in a Garage to 700+ Employees with Scott Henderson, CTO & Co-founder at Celigo 52:12

17d ago52:12

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He walked away from a cushy job to build products in his garage. Here’s how he made it work. Today, we're talking to Scott Henderson, CTO and Co-founder at Celigo. We discuss why AI needs minimal autonomy instead of maximum freedom, how the future of SaaS is chat-to-validate rather than click-to-execute, and why the most expensive AI mistake is ado…

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The AI Coding Arms Race is Transforming Software with Henrik Plate & Amod Gupta of Endor Labs 50:55

21d ago50:55

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Everyone is rushing to master AI, but what does that mean for software security? Today, we're talking to Henrik Plate and Amod Gupta from Endor Labs about their State of Dependency Management report. We discuss how AI coding assistants are introducing new security vulnerabilities, why 90% of security issues exist in code you're not even using, and …

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How The Telegraph is Redefining the News with AI with Dylan Jacques, CPTO 42:48

24d ago42:48

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Is journalism being threatened or enhanced by modern technology? Today, we're talking to Dylan Jacques, Chief Product and Technology Officer at The Telegraph. We discuss how AI is transforming news consumption patterns, why maintaining journalistic standards is critical in the age of LLMs, and how publishers can adapt by shipping features faster wh…

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Will AI Ever Create Its Own Meaning? with Bryan McCann, CTO of You.com 55:37

28d ago55:37

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AI is more powerful than ever, but companies are way overhyping this one feature. Today, we're talking to Bryan McCann, CTO and co-founder at You.com. We discuss why CTOs need to start asking deeper questions about meaning, how AI is forcing us to rethink consciousness and intelligence, and why treating AI with respect might actually help you becom…

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The AI SRE Hype and How to Get it Right with Yotam Yemini, CEO of Causely 39:01

1M ago39:01

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AI is more powerful than ever, but companies are way overhyping this one feature. Today, we're talking to Yotam Yemini, CEO of Causely. We discuss why AI SREs are getting so much hype right now, how companies can make the benefits of AI in operations tangible, and why understanding the limitations of language models is crucial for effective impleme…

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Rewiring Lenovo with Art Hu, SVP & CTO 52:35

1M ago52:35

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Lenovo has been a global leader in computing for decades. Where are they heading next? Today, we're talking to Art Hu, SVP and CTO at Lenovo. We discuss Lenovo's transformation into a services-led company, the future of personal computing and AI twins, and how CTOs can prepare their organizations for the AI revolution. Thank you to Digital Ocean fo…

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How Yahoo is Taming the Modern Digital Wilderness with Lee Zen, CTO 51:29

1M ago51:29

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Yahoo was there in the earliest days of the internet, but what are they up to now? Today, we're talking to Lee Zen, CTO at Yahoo. We discuss Yahoo's continued relevance in the digital age, how they're leveraging AI and cloud technology to navigate the expanding digital wilderness, and why authenticity and transparency are crucial in tech leadership…

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Launching ChatGPT with Zack Kass, Former Head GTM at OpenAI 1:10:08

1M ago1:10:08

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ChatGPT is the single fastest growing product of all-time, and he was there to launch it. Today, we're talking to Zach Kass, former head of go-to-market at OpenAI. We discuss the story behind launching ChatGPT, how society can responsibly adopt AI, and why societal thresholds are crucial for the integration of new technologies. Thank you to Digital…

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Securing Everything from 40-Year-Old C++ to GenAI Code with Varun Badhwar, CEO of Endor Labs 48:57

2M ago48:57

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AI-generated code is inescapable, and you can’t always trust it. So what do you do? Today, we're talking to Varun Badhwar, CEO of Endor Labs. We discuss how they're solving the developer productivity tax by making code more secure, why 90% of code comes from open source and the risks that entails, and how AI coding agents are introducing new securi…

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Should We Use AI to Bring Back Loved Ones? With Miles Spencer, Founder at Reflekta 41:43

2M ago41:43

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He talks to his dad every night… but his dad passed away eight years ago. Today, we're talking to Miles Spencer, Founder at Reflekta. We discuss how AI is enabling conversations with deceased loved ones, the emergence of the “Soul Tech" category in tech, and why preserving human stories is crucial for future generations. All of this right here, rig…

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Scale Differently in the Age of AI with Robert Duffy, CTO at HealthEdge 46:43

2M ago46:43

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Technology is moving faster than it ever has, so how do you actually scale? Today, we're talking to Robert Duffy, CTO at HealthEdge. We discuss how AI is changing traditional scaling strategies, why rapidly bootstrapping trust is crucial in merged organizations, and how assuming positive intent can transform leadership and team dynamics. All of thi…

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Working with Steve Jobs & Becoming a Wiser Guy with Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva 51:04

2M ago51:04

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“I don’t trust you either, Steve.” He made a $400m mistake at Apple. Today, we're talking to Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva and author of "Wiser Guy". We discuss his experiences working with Steve Jobs, how he navigated hearing loss and became a mission-driven leader, and why it's essential to approach life with humor and resilience in the…

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From Nothing to a $10 Billion Rocket Ship with Jeff Buzzelli, Regional SVP at Comcast 49:20

2M ago49:20

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He spearheaded a new arm of Comcast to unprecedented success. Today, we're talking to Jeff Buzzelli, Regional SVP at Comcast. We discuss how Comcast Business grew from zero to $10 billion, why employee engagement is crucial for successful leadership, and how the company manages telecommunications during hurricane season in Florida. All of this righ…

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How GoFundMe is Changing Fundraisers in the Age of AI with Arnie Katz, CPTO 50:26

2M ago50:26

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His biggest failure transformed him into a great leader. Today, we're talking to Arnie Katz, CPTO at GoFundMe. We discuss how GoFundMe is leveraging AI and LLMs to revolutionize fundraising, why understanding the psychology of asking for help is crucial in philanthropy, and how velocity is the key to success in tech innovation and leadership. Thank…

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Leading Superworkers in the Public Sector with Denise Hemke, CPO at NEOGOV 48:23

2M ago48:23

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When you have to call 911, can you trust the operator to do their job? Today, we're talking to Denise Hemke, CPO at Neogov. We discuss how NeoGov is revolutionizing public sector software with AI-powered solutions, why building purpose-built products for government is crucial, and how gamification is transforming policy training for 911 operators. …

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Why Agility is Your Greatest Business Survival Skill with Robert Parsons, VP of Hardware Portfolio at TOSHIBA 48:53

2M ago48:53

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Toshiba is changing everything about the way we check out at the grocery store. Today, we're talking to Robert Parsons, VP of Hardware Portfolio at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. We discuss why agility is your greatest business survival skill in retail technology, how modular systems are reshaping the future of checkout experiences, and why dat…

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Capitalize on Chaos & Lead Through Toxic Workplaces with Rob Kalwarowsky 43:27

2M ago43:27

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The World Uncertainty Index is the highest it has ever been: we are in chaos. Today, we're talking to Rob Kalwarowsky, executive coach and TEDx speaker. We discuss how to capitalize on chaos in uncertain times, why self-leadership is crucial for navigating turbulence, and how understanding the concept of parts vs. self can transform your leadership…

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Shifting From Career Mode to Coaching Mode with Nick Calver, VP at Palo Alto Networks 55:33

2M ago55:33

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This episode will hit you where it hurts, but leaders need to hear this. Today, we're talking to Nick Calver, VP of Financial Services at Palo Alto Networks. We discuss the importance of overcoming adversity in leadership, how understanding core values can guide career decisions, and why balancing work and family life is crucial for long-term succe…

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His Worst Coach Made Him Into a Great Leader with Damon Lembi, CEO at LearnIt 45:14

3M ago45:14

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Your toxic manager might be just what you need. Today, we're talking to Damon Lembi, CEO at LearnIt. We discuss how his worst coach made him into a great leader, why focusing on strengths is more effective than improving weaknesses, and how overcoming impostor syndrome can lead to business success. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern C…

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Why AI Is Stalling in the Enterprise, and How Leaders Can Fix It with Greg Shewmaker, CEO at r.Potential 47:36

3M ago47:36

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THIS is why your AI project is failing: you have no vision. Today, we're talking to Greg Shewmaker, CEO at r.Potential. We discuss why many enterprise AI projects are failing to deliver returns, how AI is reshaping leadership and decision-making in large companies, and why it's crucial to develop a vision for AI that improves people's lives beyond …

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LLMs, Agentic AI & Blackmail with Jon Krohn, Host of the Super Data Science Podcast 42:57

3M ago42:57

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Why is AI resorting to blackmail 96% of the time? Today, we're talking to Jon Krohn, host of the Super Data Science podcast and co-founder of YCarrot. We discuss the difference between LLMs and Agentic AI, how businesses can leverage AI for better ROI, and why understanding AI misalignment is crucial for future implementations. All of this right he…

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How Robots are Becoming Surgeons with David Fischel, CEO at Stereotaxis 29:23

3M ago29:23

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They’re letting robots put catheters inside people?! Today, we're talking to David Fischel, CEO at Stereotaxis. We discuss the revolutionary impact of robotic surgery on minimally invasive procedures, how magnetic fields are used to control catheters with millimeter precision, and why the future of endovascular surgery lies in more accessible and v…

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Inside Cisco’s Agentic AI Revolution with Jeetu Patel, President & CPO 41:09

3M ago41:09

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Today, we're talking to Jeetu Patel, President and CPO at Cisco. We discuss how Cisco is leading the charge in transforming AI infrastructure and security, why addressing the trust deficit in AI is crucial for widespread adoption, and how the unprecedented scale and speed of the AI revolution is reshaping the tech landscape. All of this right here,…

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Stack Overflow’s Pivot with Jody Bailey, CTO 46:09

3M ago46:09

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Today, we're talking to Jody Bailey, CTO of Stack Overflow. We discuss how Stack Overflow is adapting to challenges posed by generative AI, why creating smaller communities within the platform is crucial for user engagement, and how Stack Overflow for Teams is evolving to become an essential part of the development pipeline for companies. All of th…

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How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away with It with Mahesh Guruswamy, CPTO at Kickstarter 48:06

3M ago48:06

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Today, we're talking to Mahesh Guruswamy, CPTO at Kickstarter. We discuss how to effectively deliver bad news in corporate settings, why CTOs can no longer be the "nice guy" in today's business environment, and how AI tools are reshaping both personal and professional life. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more…

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Is Your Company Frozen or Boiling? with Etienne de Bruin, Founder of 7CTOs 49:24

3M ago49:24

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Today, we're talking to Etienne de Bruin, Founder of 7CTOs. We discuss why organizations need to operate in a "liquid" state between frozen and boiling, how complex adaptive systems impact technology leadership, and why financial savvy is becoming increasingly crucial for CTOs in the modern business landscape. Thanks to Fin for sponsoring this epis…

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Why CTOs Are Ditching AWS for Simpler Solutions with Anurag Goel, Founder of Render 52:21

4M ago52:21

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Today, we're talking to Anurag Goel, Founder at Render. We discuss why it's essential to simplify cloud infrastructure in the age of AI, how developers are being impacted by the challenges of working with LLM APIs, and why it's more crucial than ever to focus on product development instead of managing complex cloud configurations. All of this right…

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The AI Conversation CTOs are Having Behind Closed Doors with Robert Duffy, CTO at HealthEdge 53:24

4M ago53:24

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Today, we're talking to Robert Duffy, CTO at HealthEdge. We discuss what CTOs are really saying about AI behind closed doors, how to scale AI initiatives across large organizations, and why balancing innovation with regulatory compliance is crucial in healthcare technology. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more…

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How to Remix Talent Instead of Cutting It with Gino Ferrand, Founder at Tecla 55:41

4M ago55:41

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Today, we're talking to Gino Ferrand, Founder at Tecla. We discuss why it’s essential to remix talent in the age of AI, how junior developers are being impacted disproportionately by AI, and why it’s more crucial than ever to build instead of buy. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Tecla, check out the…

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How to Best Manage Your Tech Debt with Fredrik Carlegren and Yeshai Bouskila from Toshiba 39:18

4M ago39:18

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Today, we're talking to Fredrik Carlegren, VP & Head of Marketing & Communications, and Yeshai Bouskila, Executive Director Retail Innovation at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. We discuss the best ways to manage tech debt, why rigid systems block innovation, and how AI is impacting the technology of frictionless grocery stores. All of this right…

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The Future of Humanoid Robotics with Andrew Kiguel, CEO at Realbotix 53:42

4M ago53:42

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Today, we're talking to Andrew Kiguel, CEO at Realbotix. We discuss the state of humanoid robotics, why robots could solve the loneliness epidemic, and what the world will look like when robots are obtainable by average people.Thanks to Fin for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about the #1 AI agent for customer support, go to fin.ai/cto…

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Security for AI, or AI for Security? With Nick Calver, VP at Palo Alto Networks 45:36

5M ago45:36

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Today, we're talking to Nick Calver, VP of Financial Services at Palo Alto Networks. We discuss the state of AI ransomware attacks, what the mindset is to best prepare for them, and how to think about product consolidation in order to best serve your customers. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Palo A…

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Maximizing ROI by Being a Great Customer with David Meyer, VP of IT at Irrimax Corporation 45:37

5M ago45:37

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Today, we're talking to David Meyer, VP of IT at Irrimax Corporation. We discuss David’s best advice on maximizing your ROI in IT investments, why you should focus on intangible ROI, and David’s golden 80/20 rule for IT projects. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Irrimax, check out their website here.…

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How to Lead Your Team with Comedy & Improv with Mike Tria, CTO of Gusto 37:53

5M ago37:53

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Today, we're talking to Mike Tria, CTO at Gusto. We discuss how Mike has led his teams from his background in improv, why you’ll never trust harder than when you’re in an improv troupe, and why vibe-coding might be the new normal in software development. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Gusto, check …

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Busting the 4 Myths of Microsoft Support with Mary Jo Foley & Mike Jones 45:11

5M ago45:11

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Today, we're talking to Mary Jo Foley, Editor in Chief, Directions on Microsoft, and Mike Jones, VP at US Cloud. We discuss four myths about Microsoft support that waste thousands of dollars every year, why Microsoft is investing $80b into AI, and why Mary Jo told Steve Jobs to leave her first interview with Bill Gates. All of this right here, righ…

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How to Get a 6-Figure Raise with John Gates, Pay Negotiation Coach 44:14

5M ago44:14

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Today, we're talking to John Gates, Pay Negotiation Coach. We discuss how executives can position themselves for a six figure raise, why changing companies is the best way to get the biggest bump in pay, and how you can negotiate more effectively in any situation. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Joh…

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The Rise of Agentic AI as the UX of the Future with Phil Tee, EVP at Zscaler 55:03

6M ago55:03

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Today, we're talking to Phil Tee, EVP & Head of AI Innovation at Zscaler. We discuss why agentic AI will change everything about the way we use technology, what it will look like to fully team up with autonomous technology, and why intelligence itself might be more malleable than we ever thought. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO…

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How to Go From CTO to CEO with Robbie Morrison, CEO at Velosio 39:40

6M ago39:40

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Today, we're talking to Robbie Morrison, CEO at Velosio. We discuss how and why Robbie decided to change paths from CTO to CEO, the different ways Robbie has thought about culture throughout his career, and how Robbie has handled tough conversations throughout his leadership positions. Be a part of the conversation! Take Velosio’s Technology Leader…

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Network Intelligence is Changing the Internet with Avi Freedman, CEO at Kentik 1:02:58

6M ago1:02:58

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Today, we're talking to Avi Freedman, CEO at Kentik. We discuss how Kentik is evolving beyond network observability, why networks might never be fully autonomous, and why you should lead your team into tasks you wouldn’t do yourself. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Kentik, check out their website he…

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Leading an $80b Telco Project with Tony Speller, SVP at Comcast 48:05

6M ago48:05

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Today, we're talking to Tony Speller, SVP of Operation and Engineering at Comcast. We discuss how Comcast is breaking new ground with their $80b project, how AI is supercharging network repair, and why work life balance will never truly work. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Comcast, check out their …

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Why You Should Get Fired for Buying Microsoft Support with Michael Jones, VP at US CLOUD 49:07

6M ago49:07

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Today, we're talking to Michael Jones, VP at US Cloud. We discuss why nobody in their right mind should be buying support services from Microsoft, the true goals of Microsoft’s support services over the years, and lifelong lessons that Mike and Joel learned from their shared mentor, Brad Sousa. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO P…

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Exploring the Tension Between AI Law and Innovation with Kevin Korpics and Reza Zaheri from Quantum Metric 48:01

7M ago48:01

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Today, we're talking to Kevin Korpics, Field CTO and Reza Zaheri, CISO at Quantum Metric. We discuss the impact of AI law in the EU, the levels of regulation that affect your business based on risk, and how to stop being a workaholic. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Quantum Metric, check out their w…

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How to Realize You’re the Toxic Boss with Rob Kalwarowsky, Executive Coach & Author 46:19

7M ago46:19

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Today, we're talking to Rob Kalwarowsky, Executive Coach & Author of Capitalizing on Chaos. We discuss the signs of a toxic boss, how to extinguish them before it’s too late, and why we should take a tip from olympic athletes to succeed at work. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this epi…

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The Tech Leader's Guide to M&A in the AI Era with Derick Schaefer, SVP at Mod Op 58:45

7M ago58:45

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Today, we're talking to Derick Schaefer, SVP of technology at Mod Op. We discuss the M&A landscape that CTOs need to be aware of, why customer centricity is at the heart of any successful merger, and how to keep business value at the focus of futuristic software tactics. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!Thanks to US Clou…

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Revolutionizing AI as a Physicist with Guy Gur-Ari, Co-Founder at Augment 51:55

7M ago51:55

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Today, we're talking to Guy Gur-Ari, Co-Founder at Augment. We discuss Guy’s journey from physicist to founder, why AI is becoming both creepier and more useful than ever, and why the intelligence AI exhibits is unlike anything humanity has ever encountered. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponso…