Best Geospatial Intelligence Podcasts (2025)

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Seeing the unseen: why geospatial intelligence is important 41:57

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What are the origins of AGO and how has the organisation developed within the National Intelligence Community? How does AGO contribute to the broader remit of Australian statecraft, the work done by other NIC agencies, and the Five Eyes partnership? What are some of the biggest challenges in Australia’s immediate region that AGO is working towards?…

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How Redica Transformed Their Data With Airflow and Snowflake with Shankar Mahindar 23:48

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The life sciences industry relies on data accuracy, regulatory insight and quality intelligence. Building a unified system that keeps these elements aligned is no small feat. In this episode, we welcome Shankar Mahindar, Senior Data Engineer II at Redica Systems. We discuss how the team restructures its data platform with Airflow to strengthen gove…

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The Language of Intelligence 34:03

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Languages are more than words; they’re emotion, identity, and access. This week on All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar speaks with Omshivaprakash about what it will take to make AI inclusive, one that truly understands India’s people, not just its English speakers. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshash…

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The Blunders of Our Governments 20:31

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Why do governments, even with the best minds and the noblest intentions, so often get it wrong? Taking the route to Whitehall, Vanshika Saraf and Maria Ann Philip discuss the book The Blunders of Our Governments by Anthony King and Ivor Crewe, an enriching study of Britain’s political missteps. Reflecting on detailed examples by the authors, they p…

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Ep. 16 Critical Mass: Nuclear Testing, Power for the AI Era, and the Civic Moves That Matter 41:04

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In this episode of Understandable Insights, Sue and Eric discuss the significance of local elections around the country. They delve into the U.S. government’s approach to decommissioned nuclear warheads, current discussions about resuming nuclear testing, and key takeaways from President Trump’s diplomatic tour in Asia. They also examine a high-pro…

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Teaching The Teachers 22:05

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In this episode, Leah and Astha discuss the state of teacher training in government schools: what’s working, what isn’t, and how policy can do better. From the promise of DIETs to new models like mentorship programs and digital learning platforms, the discussion unpacks how thoughtful reform could transform the classroom experience for millions of …

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Embedding Strategic Foresight into Strategic Planning: A Conversation with Professor Bert George, City University of Hong Kong. 59:00

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What exactly is strategic foresight? And how can it be effectively integrated into planning and management to help organizations think, act, and learn more strategically? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Professor Bert George, author of the IBM Center report Embedding Strategic Foresight into Strategic Planni…

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NISAR- New Era of Earth Observation Begins 35:42

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A few months ago, the world witnessed a historic breakthrough in Earth observation technology with the successful launch of the NISAR satellite, a landmark joint mission by NASA and ISRO. More than just another step forward in space exploration, NISAR marks the beginning of a new era of global cooperation and a deeper understanding of our planet. S…

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The Future of Food- Of Functional Foods and Smart Proteins 29:28

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Biotechnologies are transforming how we grow, produce, and consume food. What does this mean for the future of nutrition and health? What challenges do producers and consumers face as food becomes smarter and more functional? And how should governments respond to these rapid changes? In this episode, Shambhavi Naik joins Suman Joshi to explore thes…

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How Airflow and AI Power Investigative Journalism at the Financial Times with Zdravko Hvarlingov 24:28

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The Financial Times leverages Airflow and AI to uncover powerful stories hidden within vast, unstructured data. In this episode, Zdravko Hvarlingov, Senior Software Engineer at the Financial Times, discusses building multi-tenant Airflow systems and AI-driven pipelines that surface stories that might otherwise be missed. Zdravko walks through entit…

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Earth Observed | Episode 11 | Felix Geremus: Synthetic Data Breaking Barriers in EO 42:12

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In this episode of the Earth Observed Podcast, Sam Warwick had the pleasure of interviewing Felix Geremus, CTO and Co-Founder of Another Earth, a startup focused on creating synthetic data for Earth Observation. Felix shares his unique journey from visual effects to geospatial technology, discussing the role of synthetic data in training AI models,…

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Understanding the Brahmaputra, Through the Eyes of Sanjoy Hazarika 31:31

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The Brahamaputra is one of the world’s longest and widest rivers, running through Tibet, Bangladesh and India, with a total area of 5,80,000 Sq.km and a total length of 2,900 km. What are the unique challenges that emerge due to the river’s transnational existence? What are some of the pressing environmental and developmental concerns related to th…

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Uniforms and Power: America’s Democratic Test 24:35

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Abhishek Kadiyala is in conversation with Brigadier Anil Raman (Retd.) to discuss emerging signs of democratic backsliding in the United States. The Second Trump administration’s approach to the top military brass, their legally contested deployments of National Guard and ICE become an important symptom of this…

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Ep. 15 Speed Is the Advantage: Army Acquisitions, the Asia Trip, & Argentina ROI 45:19

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We’re back! In this episode of Understandable Insights, Sue and Eric put speed at the center of national power—why getting tech from contract to combat faster is the 2025 advantage, how to measure success in Ukraine beyond headlines, and what AUKUS and Australia’s rare-earth capacity mean for resilient national security. Plus: what to realistically…

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Grid Penalty or Green Killer? 38:34

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Join Srinivasan Iyengar and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where the discussion focuses on India’s electricity sector. Around the world, electricity demand is rising sharply due to post-COVID economic recovery, greater electrification of transport (EVs), the growing share of renewables, and the expansion of data centres. As a…

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Unraveling the Pakistan-Taliban Ties 23:03

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October 2025 saw among the deadliest clashes across the Pakistan-Afghanistan border since the Taliban took power in Kabul in 2021. In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane and Shobhankita Reddy declutter what triggered these clashes and what all this means for India. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to y…

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Question to Learn: A Conversation with Joe Lalley. How does the "Question to Learn" challenge a fundamental assumption many hold—that they're already asking good questions? 59:00

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Do the true power of questions lie not in the questions themselves, but in the motives behind them? What role do questions—specifically questions to learn—play in driving innovation within bureaucratic systems? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Joe Lalley, author QUESTION TO LEARN See Privacy Policy at https://ar…

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Innovation-Driven Economic Growth 25:59

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani and Shobhankita Reddy, Research analysts at the Takshashila Institution, discuss about the 2025 Nobel Prize awarded in the field of Economics. They delve into the winners' (Joel Mokyr, Phillipe Aghion, Peter Howitt) work, their research, the relevance of their studies in today's economic sphere, …

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Earth Observed | Episode 10 | Mike Spaeth: Mapping Minds – Where Geospatial Meets AI Education 33:41

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In this episode of the Earth Observed Podcast, DeepRec.ai's Sam Warwick sits down with Mike Spaeth, Global VP at the United States Artificial Intelligence Institute, to explore the transformative power of AI in the geospatial industry. They delve into the intersection of AI and Earth Observation, discussing how these technologies are reshaping indu…

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Inside Vinted’s Code-Generated Airflow Pipelines with Oscar Ligthart and Rodrigo Loredo 29:36

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The shift from monolithic to decentralized data workflows changes how teams build, connect and scale pipelines. In this episode, we feature Oscar Ligthart, Lead Data Engineer, and Rodrigo Loredo, Lead Analytics Engineer, both at Vinted, as we unpack their YAML-driven abstraction that generates Airflow DAGs and standardizes cross-team orchestration.…

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Democratic resilience in the digital age 25:31

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What is democratic resilience and why is it a national security issue? Why is it important to preserve public trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this? Apart from voting, what are some other ways that Australians can engage in the democratic process? What challenges do big tech companies, mis- and…

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India’s Patent Surge and Innovation 42:27

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Join Mihir Mahajan, Arindam Goswami, and Shreya Ramkrishnan in this episode of All Things Policy, as they unpack India’s evolving patent ecosystem, from the rise in patent filings by Indian universities to the question of patent quality. They explore how research translates into patents, the pace of innovation, and what these trends mean for India’…

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Communicating Innovation in a Crowded Ag Market 16:20

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In this episode of Ag Tech Talk, we’re joined by Jennifer Goldston, Founder and CEO of AgTech PR, to dive into the critical role of communication in bringing new agricultural technologies to market. As ag tech continues to evolve alongside crop inputs like agrochemicals and biologicals, clear messaging, trust-building, and data transparency are bec…

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China's Export Control on Battery-related Technologies 24:51

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As China tightens its grip on battery technology through new export controls and files a WTO complaint against India’s subsidies for EV and battery manufacturing, competition for green tech in the global market is intensifying. In this episode, Bhumika Sevkani and Anushka Saxena from the Takshashila Institution, unpack the mixed signals by China on…

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Peaking through the AI Investment Bubble 31:43

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Every day it is a new astounding figure. Investments in AI by major companies in the US, China and Europe are running into billions. And they are only increasing. According to an estimate by Gartner, global AI spending will total about 1.5 trillion dollars in 2025. Are we heading into yet another tech bubble that will soon burst? Is it like the dot…

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AI and Public Administrations: A Conversation of Possibilities. 59:00

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How can public administrators embrace the promise of AI and emerging tech as enablers without being dominated by them? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores this question and more with a host of academics and practitioners on a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr…

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Trump, Dollar, and Gold 22:58

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Traditionally, central banks hold different assets such as US Treasuries, gold, and foreign currencies. For many years, US Treasuries have enjoyed a strong position as a major part of these reserves. This trend is now shifting in a big way, and gold has started to play a much bigger role wherein it recently surpassed the Euro to become the second-l…

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Transforming Data Pipelines at XENA Intelligence with Naseem Shah 28:32

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The shift from simple cron jobs to orchestrated AI-powered workflows is reshaping how startups scale. For a small team, these transitions come with unique challenges and big opportunities. In this episode, Naseem Shah, Head of Engineering at Xena Intelligence, shares how he built data pipelines from scratch, adopted Apache Airflow and transformed A…

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Earth Observed | Episode 9 | Rosalie van der Maas: The Geospatial Paradox 26:58

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🎧 Episode 9 of Earth observed is live! We had the pleasure of catching up with Rosalie van der Maas, Co-Founder and CEO of Ellipsis Drive, about the growing complexities and opportunities in geospatial data. Have a listen to learn more about the unique nature of geospatial data, the importance of interoperability, and the evolving landscape of geos…

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China is Making China+1 A Reality 38:18

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In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Shobhankita Reddy speaks to Anushka Saxena on China's latest export restrictions on rare earth elements and magnets, and what it says about China's perception of leverage in its technological competition with the US. They also dive deep into the context of China's rare earth supply chain dominance, and whethe…

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US Government Shutdown: Causes, Issues and Resolution Scenarios 24:58

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In this episode of All Things Policy podcast, Swathi Kalyani is in conversation with Abhishek Kadiyala to discuss the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. A U.S. government shutdown occurs when the Congress fails to pass appropriation bills that allocate funding to various government agencies before October 1 each year. This year, the shutdown has res…

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Ep. 14 Quantum Is Closing In, Data Everywhere, & Peace in Sight 49:53

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In this episode of Understandable Insights, Sue and Eric put quantum computing on the table—what quantum computers are, why “harvest-now, decrypt-later” raises the stakes for your data, and what a post-quantum cryptography (PQC) world will look like. Plus: China’s threats to restrict rare-earth exports, partnership opportunities in AI-enabled open-…

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Increasing India's R&D Spending: PGP Students Weigh In 24:59

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India's gross expenditure on research and development (GERD) is approximately 0.6%- 0.7% of its GDP and has remained relatively stagnant over the last 20 years. Its relatively low R&D spending contributes to India's lag in innovation and adoption of advanced technologies, which in turn slows technological adoption and weakens its global competitive…

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Epic Disruptions: 11 Innovations That Shaped Our Modern World: A Conversation with Professor Scott Anthony. 59:00

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What are the most common misconceptions about disruption, and why does getting the definition right matter for government leaders? How can leaders distinguish between genuine failures and innovations that are simply ahead of their time? What are the societal downsides of disruption that leaders need to actively manage. Join host Michael J. Keegan a…

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The Future of Nepal 18:02

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Nepal is navigating a critical phase of political transition, economic reform, and evolving regional dynamics. In this episode of All Things Policy, Wini Fred Gurung speaks with Professor S. D. Muni, Professor Emeritus at Jawaharlal Nehru University and India’s former Special Envoy to Southeast Asian countries, to discuss these developments and wha…

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India's Grand Strategy Towards Pakistan 33:24

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While there is extensive literature studying Pakistan's policies and motivations over the decades, there is a limited understanding of the architecture of India's Grand Strategy towards Pakistan. Individual events, military actions, and diplomatic decisions are studied and deliberated, but India's actions are rarely understood within an analytical …

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AI and National Power 24:11

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Adya Madhavan explore the connection between artificial intelligence and how it augments and changes different aspects of power. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Earth Observed | Episode 8 | Muthu Kumar: Code and Community - Building the Future of Geospatial Together 35:44

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In this episode of Earth Observed, DeepRec.ai's Sam Warwick caught up with Muthu Kumar, Co-founder of Geoawesome, to hear his unique insights into the evolution of geospatial technology, the challenges faced by the industry, and the importance of community building. A huge thank you to Muthu for joining us! Make sure to check out the incredible Geo…

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Scaling Geospatial Workflows With Airflow at Overture Maps Foundation and Wherobots with Alex Iannicelli and Daniel Smith 24:03

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Using Airflow to orchestrate geospatial data pipelines unlocks powerful efficiencies for data teams. The combination of scalable processing and visual observability streamlines workflows, reduces costs and improves iteration speed. In this episode, Alex Iannicelli, Staff Software Engineer at Overture Maps Foundation, and Daniel Smith, Senior Soluti…