Should We Use AI to Bring Back Loved Ones? With Miles Spencer, Founder at Reflekta
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, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thank you to Digital Ocean for sponsoring this episode. For simple cloud and powerful AI that’s built to scale, check out Digital Ocean here. To learn more about Reflekta, check out their website here.
9 Loka 41min
Scale Differently in the Age of AI with Robert Duffy, CTO at HealthEdge
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 this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about HealthEdge, check out their website here.
6 Loka 46min
Working with Steve Jobs & Becoming a Wiser Guy with Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva
“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 face of challenges. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thank you to Digital Ocean for sponsoring this episode. For simple cloud and powerful AI that’s built to scale, check out Digital Ocean here. To learn more about Guy, pick up a copy of "Wiser Guy" here!
2 Loka 51min
From Nothing to a $10 Billion Rocket Ship with Jeff Buzzelli, Regional SVP at Comcast
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 right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Comcast, check out their website here.
29 Syys 49min
How GoFundMe is Changing Fundraisers in the Age of AI with Arnie Katz, CPTO
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 you to Digital Ocean for sponsoring this episode. For simple cloud and powerful AI that’s built to scale, check out Digital Ocean here.
25 Syys 50min
Leading Superworkers in the Public Sector with Denise Hemke, CPO at NEOGOV
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. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about NEOGOV, check out their website here.
24 Syys 48min
Why Agility is Your Greatest Business Survival Skill with Robert Parsons, VP of Hardware Portfolio at TOSHIBA
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 data-driven decision-making is crucial for technology leaders. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, check out their website here.
22 Syys 48min
Capitalize on Chaos & Lead Through Toxic Workplaces with Rob Kalwarowsky
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 approach.
18 Syys 43min
