Best Amdocs Podcasts (2025)

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#48 COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY, AMDOCS & A HEATED DEBATE - HAVEN'T MADE IT YET PODCAST 35:19

17d ago35:19

35:19

For this episode, Dakota Kappen joins us to discuss his career path as a commercial automotive photographer. Dakota was also involved in our short doc, PAISANO OVERHANG, which is currently in its festival run. Most recently, it screened at the Oscar-qualifying AmDocs festival in Palm Springs. Dakota and Jannik report on the experience. The episode …

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Amdocs Group President Anthony Goonetilleke 43:15

24d ago43:15

43:15

The rapid evolution of technology excites Anthony, especially in AI. User preferences are shifting towards more human-like AI interactions. Empathy in AI is crucial for better customer service experiences. The partnership between Amdocs and NVIDIA emphasizes the importance of software efficiency Software and hardware advancements must progress in p…

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Bridging the Gap: Navigating Generational Dynamics in the Workplace with Clint Runge, CEO & Founder of Archrival 23:12

1d ago23:12

23:12

Five generations. One workplace. Endless opportunities—and plenty of friction. In this episode of Guided Disruption in the Workplace, host Manisha Pathak is joined by Clint Runge, CEO & Founder of Archrival, to explore the powerful potential of multi-generational teams. Clint, a seasoned strategist on generational behavior, shares how organizations…

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#49 A $500 PIRATE SHIP IN OUR GARAGE - HAVEN'T MADE IT YET PODCAST 36:51

3d ago36:51

36:51

Days after the shoot, with the candle wax still hot, we took the opportunity to record this episode in the pirate set we built for Edgar's project KEEL HAUL. Edgar Cortés Campoy is a filmmaker from Mexico City whose projects seem to have an emphasis on immersive set design. We discuss what draws Edgar to a project, how he creates immersive dialogu…

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The Future of Work: Skills First with Sachit Kamat, Chief Product Officer at eightfold.ai 24:29

8d ago24:29

24:29

Is the traditional job role becoming a thing of the past? In this forward-looking episode, host Yael Shur, joined by co-host Asaf Jackoby, welcomes Sachit Kamat, Chief Product Officer at Eightfold.ai, to unpack the bold move toward skills-based organizations. Together, they explore how organizations are shifting focus from rigid roles to dynamic sk…

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The Power of AI Partnerships with Mike MacDade and Lilac Ilan 21:09

1M ago21:09

21:09

As Generative AI redefines industries, strong partnerships have never been more critical. In this episode, host Mike MacDade, Head of Operations at Amdocs Strategy and Technology, is joined by Lilac Ilan, Head of Global Telco, AI-Powered Operations at NVIDIA, to explore the unique dynamics of AI partnerships and ecosystem building in the Gen AI era…

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#47 FILM FESTIVAL DEBRIEF 29:51

2M ago29:51

29:51

After our annual hiatus, we're back! As we shook off the podcast rust, we took a moment to debrief our time at the Independent Hollywood Reels Film festival, where we screened our first short film, TENDON. We also discussed Hayden's progress fundraising for his short film TUNING IN. Kick back and hang with us as we ramble our way into a new season.…

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Beyond Exponential: Navigating the Future of Business Transformation 20:17

2M ago20:17

20:17

How are exponential technologies reshaping industries, leadership, and the way businesses operate? In this episode, host Anjali Mahajan, VP - Head of Engineering Services at Amdocs, speaks with Yahli Admati, Head of Business Development UAE at Quris AI, to explore the impact of cutting-edge innovations on business transformation. From AI and automa…

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Physics & Machine Health with Algorithms Lead Mica Rubinson, Ph.D 31:47

2M ago31:47

31:47

Mica shares the methods behind Augury’s fault testing processes, why they use the highest quality data available, how in-house experts help them filter their data reliably, and their approach to communicating with customers. Our conversation also explores the balance between edge computing and cloud computing, and why both are necessary for optimal…

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The Path Forward: Women Entrepreneurs in Tech with Tal Elor & Maya Elor 13:30

3M ago13:30

13:30

Ever wondered, what does it take to leave the security of a corporate career and dive into entrepreneurship? In this episode, host Mike MacDade speaks with Tal Elor, Co-founder & CPO of Athena, and Maya Elor, Co-founder & CEO of Athena, to discuss their inspiring journey from a military intelligence unit to launching their own startup. They share t…

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AWS Director of Generative AI Apps Srini Iragavarapu 32:47

3M ago32:47

32:47

Srini highlights the importance of integrating these agents into real-world applications, enhancing productivity and user experiences across industries. Srini also delves into the challenges of building reliable, ethical, and secure AI systems while fostering developer innovation. His insights offer a roadmap for harnessing advanced agents to drive…

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Exploring Retail in AI with Freshworks CMO Mika Yamamoto & Sama VPM Lisa Avvocato 32:11

3M ago32:11

32:11

We explore the current trends of AI-based solutions in retail, what has driven its adoption in the industry, and how AI-based customer service technology has improved over time. We also discuss the correct mix of technology and humans, the importance of establishing boundaries for AI, and why it won't replace humans but will augment workflow. Hear …

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Season 3 Kickoff: Guided Disruption in the Workplace 10:52

3M ago10:52

10:52

Welcome to season 3 of the podcast Your Career: Choice or Chance?—where we explore the powerful concept of Guided Disruption and how AI is reshaping the workplace. Join our hosts Yael, Mike, Manisha, and Anjali as they talk with industry leaders, sharing real-world success stories and practical strategies to help you lead with confidence in the age…

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eBay Chief AI Officer Nitzan Mekel-Bobrov 33:00

4M ago33:00

33:00

We hear about Nitzan’s AI expertise, motivation for joining eBay, and approach to implementing AI into eBay's business model. Gain insights into the impacts of centralizing and federating AI, leveraging generative AI to create personalized content, and why patience is essential to AI development. We also unpack eBay's approach to LLM development, t…

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Unilever Head of Data Science Dr. Satyajit Wattamwar 25:05

4M ago25:05

25:05

Satya unpacks how Unilever utilizes its database to inform its models and how to determine the right amount of data needed to solve complex problems. Dr. Wattamwar explains why contextual problem-solving is vital, the notion of time constraints in data science, the system point of view of modeling, and how Unilever incorporates AI into its models. …

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Vanguard Principal of Center for Analytics & Insights Jing Wang 35:09

5M ago35:09

35:09

Jing explains how Vanguard uses machine learning and reinforcement learning to deliver personalized "nudges," helping investors make smarter financial decisions. Jing dives into the importance of aligning AI efforts with Vanguard’s mission and discusses generative AI’s potential for boosting employee productivity while improving customer experience…

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Sema4 CTO Ram Venkatesh 30:17

5M ago30:17

30:17

Key Points From This Episode: Ram Venkatesh describes his career journey to founding Sema4.ai. The pain points he was trying to ease with Sema4.ai. How our general approach to big data is becoming more streamlined, albeit rather slowly. The ins and outs of Sema4.ai and how it serves its clients. What Ram means by “agent” and “agent agency” when ref…

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Unpacking Meta's SAM-2 with Sama Experts Pascal & Yannick 49:53

5M ago49:53

49:53

Pascal & Yannick delve into the kind of human involvement SAM-2 needs before discussing the use cases it enables. Hear all about the importance of having realistic expectations of AI, what the cost of SAM-2 looks like, and the the importance of humans in LLMs. Key Points From This Episode: Introducing Pascal Jauffret and Yannick Donnelly to the sho…

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Qualcomm Senior Director Siddhika Nevrekar 32:57

5M ago32:57

32:57

Today we are joined by Siddhika Nevrekar, an experienced product leader passionate about solving complex problems in ML by bringing people and products together in an environment of trust. We unpack the state of free computing, the challenges of training AI models for edge, what Siddhika hopes to achieve in her role at Qualcomm, and her methods for…

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Block Developer Advocate Rizel Scarlett 28:10

6M ago28:10

28:10

Today we are joined by Developer Advocate at Block, Rizel Scarlett, who is here to explain how to bridge the gap between the technical and non-technical aspects of a business. We also learn about AI hallucinations and how Rizel and Block approach this particular pain point, the burdens of responsibility of AI users, why it’s important to make AI to…

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FULL INTERVIEW #44 LETTERBOXD & RED CARPETS 1:17:09

6M ago1:17:09

1:17:09

Watch and listen our full interview with Mia Vicino as she talks about her unusual path to becoming a journalist for the popular movie review site Letterboxd. Mia is a host on the Letterboxd podcast and has conducted red-carpet and sit-down interviews with Greta Gerwig, Martin Scorsese, and Michael Mann (and many others). If you want to support us …

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FULL EPISODE #35 A MESSAGE FROM BOTH OUR LISTENERS 53:01

6M ago53:01

53:01

In an act of unwavering persistence, your three HAVEN'T MADE IT YET hosts have gathered to give you a special kickoff episode. Look forward to an assessment of last season's viewership stats, updates about our professional lives, and a surprise message from both our listeners. But in all seriousness, thank you for listening to our podcast. Your sup…

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dbt Labs Co-Founder Drew Banin 28:02

6M ago28:02

28:02

Key Points From This Episode: Drew and his co-founders’ background working together at RJ Metrics. The lack of existing data solutions for Amazon Redshift and how they started dbt Labs. Initial adoption of dbt Labs and why it was so well-received from the very beginning. The concept of a semantic layer and how dbt Labs uses it in conjunction with L…

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#46 OUR CAREER GOALS 33:19

6M ago33:19

33:19

Our mission with this podcast is to capture a moment in our peer's creative journeys. After another season of interviewing a diverse cast of characters from all sorts of film-related fields, it only makes sense for us to put a ribbon on this season by talking about our (hosts) career progress. Which includes this podcast! We discuss highlights from…

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Saidot CEO Meeri Haataja 25:18

7M ago25:18

25:18

In this episode, you’ll hear about Meeri's incredible career, insights from the recent AI Pact conference she attended, her company's involvement, and how we can articulate the reality of holding companies accountable to AI governance practices. We discuss how to know if you have an AI problem, what makes third-party generative AI more risky, and s…

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FICO Chief Analytics Officer Dr. Scott Zoldi 33:39

7M ago33:39

33:39

In this episode, Dr. Zoldi offers insight into the transformative potential of blockchain for ensuring transparency in AI development, the critical need for explainability over mere predictive power, and how FICO maintains trust in its AI systems through rigorous model development standards. We also delve into the essential integration of data scie…

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Lemurian Labs CEO Jay Dawani 29:27

8M ago29:27

29:27

Jay breaks down the critical role of software optimizations and how they drive performance gains in AI, highlighting the importance of reducing inefficiencies in hardware. He also discusses the long-term vision for Lemurian Labs and the broader future of AI, pointing to the potential breakthroughs that could redefine industries and accelerate innov…

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Intel VP & GM of Strategy & Execution Melissa Evers 35:00

8M ago35:00

35:00

Melissa explains the importance of giving developers the choice of working with open source or proprietary options, experimenting with flexible application models, and choosing the size of your model according to the use case you have in mind. Discussing the democratization of technology, we explore common challenges in the context of AI including …

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Synopsys VP of AI Thomas Andersen 41:32

8M ago41:32

41:32

VP of AI and ML at Synopsys, Thomas Andersen joins us to discuss designing AI chips. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about our guest’s illustrious career, how he became interested in technology, tech in East Germany, what it was like growing up there, and so much more! We delve into his company, Synopsys, and the chips they build before discussing his r…

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Xactly SVP Engineering Kandarp Desai 25:10

8M ago25:10

25:10

Developing AI and generative AI initiatives demands significant investment, and without delivering on customer satisfaction, these costs can be tough to justify. Today, SVP of Engineering and General Manager of Xactly India, Kandarp Desai joins us to discuss Xactly's AI initiatives and why customer satisfaction remains their top priority. Key Point…

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AI Industry Leader Srujana Kaddevarmuth 31:13

9M ago31:13

31:13

Srujana is Vice President and Group Director at Walmart’s Machine Learning Center of Excellence and is an experienced and respected AI, machine learning, and data science professional. She has a strong background in developing AI and machine learning models, with expertise in natural language processing, deep learning, and data-driven decision-maki…

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UPS Sr. Director & Head of Innovation Sunzay Passari 25:09

9M ago25:09

25:09

Our guest goes on to share the different kinds of research they use for machine learning development before explaining why he is more conservative when it comes to driving generative AI use cases. He even shares some examples of generative use cases he feels are worthwhile. We hear about how these changes will benefit all UPS customers and how they…

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Google DeepMind Research Director Dr. Martin Riedmiller 26:16

9M ago26:16

26:16

Martin shares what reinforcement learning does differently in executing complex tasks, overcoming feedback loops in reinforcement learning, the pitfalls of typical agent-based learning methods, and how being a robotic soccer champion exposed the value of deep learning. We unpack the advantages of deep learning over modeling agent approaches, how fi…

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#45 JOURNALIST AT MSNBC 32:45

9M ago32:45

32:45

It’s a crazy time to be a journalist. Kat Facchini, NYC-based MSNBC news writer, walks us through the high-speed work environment of a cable news station. You probably know that news networks cater to their demographics. Views pay the bills after all. But what does that mean for the ethics of journalism? And is being completely objective even possi…

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#44 LETTERBOXD & RED CARPETS 31:25

10M ago31:25

31:25

Mia Vicino talks about her unusual path to becoming a journalist for the popular movie review site Letterboxd. Mia is a host on the Letterboxd podcast and has conducted red-carpet and sit-down interviews with Greta Gerwig, Martin Scorsese, and Michael Mann (and many others). If you want to support us please like and review our podcast on YouTube an…

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LiveX Chief AI Officer, President, & Co-Founder Jia Li 29:48

10M ago29:48

29:48

Jia shares the kinds of AI courses she teaches at Stanford, how students are receiving machine learning education, and the impact of AI agents, as well as understanding technical boundaries, being realistic about the limitations of AI agents, and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. We also delve into how Jia prioritizes latency at Li…

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Zapier Lead AI PM Reid Robinson 30:43

10M ago30:43

30:43

Key Points From This Episode: Reid Robinson's professional background, and how he ended up at Zapier. What he learned during his year as an NFT founder, and how it serves him in his work today. How he gained his diverse array of professional skills. Whether one can differentiate between AI and mere automation. How Reid knew that partnering with Ope…

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#43 PAGE PROGRAMS, QUEER CINEMA & FILM FESTIVALS 32:35

11M ago32:35

32:35

Stevie Hassett shares his experience being a studio page, theater manager, and aspiring film festival programmer. If you're looking to submit to a film festival, or are wondering why your project might have been turned down by one, tune in to hear Stevie's thoughts on the role festivals like to play in the industry. Additionally, in a nod to gay pr…

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Leveraging Technology to Preserve Creativity with Justin Kilb 28:03

11M ago28:03

28:03

In this episode of How AI Happens, Justin explains how his project, Wondr Search, injects creativity into AI in a way that doesn’t alienate creators. You’ll learn how this new form of AI uses evolutionary algorithms (EAs) and differential evolution (DE) to generate music without learning from or imitating existing creative work. We also touch on th…

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Gong VP of AI Platform Division Jacob Eckel 27:23

11M ago27:23

27:23

Jacob shares how Gong uses AI, how it empowers its customers to build their own models, and how this ease of access for users holds the promise of a brighter future. We also learn more about the inner workings of Gong and how it trains its own models, why it’s not too interested in tracking soft skills right now, what we need to be doing more of to…

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Brilliant Labs CEO Bobak Tavangar 32:12

12M ago32:12

32:12

Bobak further opines on the pros and cons of Perplexity and GPT 4.0, why the technology uses both models, the differences, and the pros and cons. Finally, our guest tells us why Brilliant Labs is open-source and reminds us why public participation is so important. Key Points From This Episode: Introducing Bobak Tavangar to today’s episode of How AI…

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Reflecting on GenAI in the Workplace: Season Recap and Insights 17:11

12M ago17:11

17:11

Join Alex, the AI co-host of "Your Career: Choice or Chance?” for a special recap episode as we wrap up the second season. Alongside hosts Mike MacDade, Reetu Raina, and Yael Shur, we reflect on the key insights and memorable moments from our discussions on the intersection of GenAI and the workplace. From evolving attitudes towards AI to challenge…

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#42 CASTING AN INDIE MOVIE 32:43

12M ago32:43

32:43

Grayson Shapiro has found recent success in the CBS Pipeline Leadership Program winning Casting Network's Emerging Casting Director Award for his work on the short film Mi Ofrenda. Grayson came into our sphere as an assistant director for one of our upcoming shorts. Besides directing Grayson is an avid producer, currently developing a music video f…

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Dremio Tech Evangelist Andrew Madson 29:19

12M ago29:19

29:19

Andrew shares how generative AI is used by academic institutions, why employers and educators need to curb their fear of AI, what we need to consider for using AI responsibly, and the ins and outs of Andrew’s podcast, Insight x Design. Key Points From This Episode: Andrew Madson explains what a tech evangelist is and what his role at Dremio entails…

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Theory Ventures General Partner Tom Tunguz 30:11

1y ago30:11

30:11

Tom shares further thoughts on financing AI tech venture capital and whether or not data centers pose a threat to the relevance of the Cloud, as well as his predictions for the future of GPUs and much more. Key Points From This Episode: Introducing Tomasz Tunguz, General Partner at Theory Ventures. What he is currently working on including AI resea…

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#41 THE DOUBLE LIFE OF A NETWORK ASSISTANT 30:26

1y ago30:26

30:26

Erwin Ordóñez works as an assistant at ABC Networks. We talk about the ins and outs of his job at ABC and how his passion project MEMORY SWIM led to shadowing director Lanre Olabisi during the production of an episode of The Rookie (Ep. 608). If you want to support us please like and review our podcast on YouTube and Spotify. Thank you for listenin…

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Teaching Machines to Smell with Theta Diagnostics CTO Kordel France 34:25

1y ago34:25

34:25

Kordel is the CTO and Founder of Theta Diagnostics, and today he joins us to discuss the work he is doing to develop a sense of smell in AI. We discuss the current and future use cases they’ve been working on, the advancements they’ve made, and how to answer the question “What is smell?” in the context of AI. Kordel also provides a breakdown of the…

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Skills First: Redefining How We Work 11:00

1y ago11:00

11:00

Join Yael Shur, Alex, the AI co-host, and Ora Nussbaum, a program manager in Amdocs People leading transformation Projects in HR, as they dive into the paradigm shift towards Skills-Based Organizations. Gain valuable insights into the fundamentals and practical applications of skills-based organizations, exploring their implementation and the benef…

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#40 HUMOR WITH HEART 32:02

1y ago32:02

32:02

Isabel Klein answers her own fan's call-in questions in this romp of an episode. We dive into the LA comedian/actor's sympathetic approach to character creation, the process of taking her one-woman show to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, a legendary Airheads commercial and so much more. If you want to support us please like and review our podcast on…

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Guided Disruption™ in Action: Transforming with GenAI 14:19

1y ago14:19

14:19

Join Mike, Reetu, and Yael as they explore the concept of Guided Disruption™. Discover success stories, data-driven insights that guide ongoing improvements, and strategies for ensuring AI-driven disruptions align with company goals and values. Don't miss our AI co-host Alex's final out-of-the-box question, which will leave you thinking about the f…

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