Best Bayer Strategies Podcasts (2025)

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131. Leaf It to Science: How Foray Bioscience's Ashley Beckwith is Reforesting the Future 57:31

1d ago57:31

57:31

Karl and Erum are joined by Asheley Beckwith, the founder and CEO of ForayBio, to explore the bold future of biomaterials. Asheley unpacks how ForayBio is revolutionizing textile production by growing materials from cells, creating living fabrics with new aesthetics, functions, and sustainability profiles. The conversation dives deep into biofabric…

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Laying the Groundwork for Enterprise AI in Banking and Finance - with Chris Tapley of EPAM 42:49

1d ago42:49

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Today’s guest is Chris Tapley, Vice President and Head of Financial Services Consulting for North America at EPAM Systems. EPAM is a global digital engineering company that provides software development and consulting services across industries, including financial services, healthcare, and media. With deep experience guiding AI adoption in regulat…

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Letting Go of the Need to Impress 7:32

2d ago7:32

7:32

Tonight, I'm walking into a room full of professionals I’ve never met before—and instead of leading with my accomplishments, I’m choosing something different. In this episode, I reflect on the internal pull to impress, the ego-driven stories we tell, and how easily we trade authenticity for approval. I talk about what it means to show up humbly, th…

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Scaling Drug Manufacturing from Clinical Trials to Commercial Production - with Shreyas Becker of Sanofi 24:25

2d ago24:25

24:25

Today’s guest is Shreyas Becker, Head of AI & Data Products, Manufacturing & Supply at Sanofi. Shreyas joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to discuss the practical application of AI in life sciences, focusing on tools that are already improving supply chain resilience and manufacturing efficiency. He explains how AI helps navigate geopoliti…

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520: Natural Beekeeping, The Best Honey, And How To Help Bees With Nathalie B. 36:18

3d ago36:18

36:18

Why are bees so important for our food supply and for life on this earth? How is "natural beekeeping" different from regular beekeeping? What are horizontal hives? And what can we do to protect natural bees in our area? And what's the deal with honey? How do we find the best source? Nathalie B. has answers to all of the above in today's podcast. Sh…

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AI Data Strategies for Life Sciences Agriculture and Materials Science - with Daniel Ferrante of Deloitte 40:04

3d ago40:04

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Today’s guest is Daniel Ferrante, AI Leader in R&D and Data Strategy at Deloitte. Daniel joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella on today’s show to delve into the intersection of AI, data strategy, and research and development across industries such as agriculture, life sciences, and materials science. Ferrante breaks down the core cha…

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Unlocking Operational Efficiency with AI in Accounting Departments - with Greg Cucino of RoundTable 24:17

3d ago24:17

24:17

Today’s guest is Greg Cucino, Managing Director at RoundTable Strategy Advisors. RoundTable is a leading firm specializing in CFO and NetSuite services that help businesses boost financial management and operational efficiency. Greg joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello on the podcast to share his perspective on how AI is redefining the CF…

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How AI is Reshaping Commercial Insurance and Risk Assessment - with Sidharth Ojha of AXA XL 26:39

4d ago26:39

26:39

Today’s guest is Sidharth Ojha, Head of Process Optimization in Data and AI at AXA XL, a global commercial insurance and reinsurance company and subsidiary of AXA. Sidharth joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to discuss how AI is being applied across commercial insurance workflows with real, measurable impact. He explains how machine learni…

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528: A Generation Experimented On Without Their Permission with Alex Clark 37:15

5d ago37:15

37:15

Have Millennials and Generation Z been experimented on without their consent? Is their sickness a consequence of malfeasance of those responsible for our food, pharmaceuticals, and health care system? Alex Clark is the host and founder of Culture Apothecary and an outspoken advocate for healthcare reform and food freedom in America today. She is de…

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How Integrated Systems Are Reshaping Global Risk Oversight - with Kandie Ibaka of Citi 17:06

5d ago17:06

17:06

As the financial industry moves deeper into the generative AI era, compliance teams are navigating the tension between modernization and risk oversight. In this episode, Kandie Ibaka, Vice President and Sanctions Control Officer at Citi, returns to the ‘AI in Business’ podcast to discuss the real-world challenges of balancing legacy tech stacks wit…

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Breaking Complexity in Banking Risk Operations With AI - with Nathaniel Bell of Wells Fargo 19:16

5d ago19:16

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In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Nathaniel Bell, Data Management Director at Wells Fargo, returns to discuss the evolving role of AI in risk management, compliance, and enterprise automation in banking. Host and Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello and Nathaniel explore how financial institutions can balance innovation with caut…

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Behind the scenes: Kevin De Bruyne, Jonathan Tah, Man United decisions, Luka Modric and more 11:56

6d ago11:56

11:56

In this episode we break down all the latest news of the upcoming summer transfer window See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Florian Wirtz to Liverpool: All you need to know! Bayer Leverkusen, player decision, Bayern Munich, Man City 10:34

7d ago10:34

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The German star is set to join Liverpool in the coming days, here's what you need to know! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Reducing Sanctions Compliance Pressure with Smarter Tools - with Kandie Ibaka of Citi 17:49

7d ago17:49

17:49

Today’s guest is Kandie Ibaka, Vice President and Sanctions Control Officer for International Investigations and Emerging Sanctions in Advisory Controls and Executions at Citi. Kanide joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to discuss how compliance leaders are navigating today’s rapidly shifting regulatory landscape. With global sanctions e…

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130. SynBioBeta 2025 Recap: Hyperscale Biology 1:00:33

8d ago1:00:33

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In this energetic recap of SynBioBeta 2025, Erum and Karl bring listeners straight into the heart of the year’s most important synthetic biology gathering. From Drew Endy’s visionary keynote on distributed, localized manufacturing to the ever-present theme of AI as the enabler of hyperscale biology, this episode unpacks the biggest ideas shaping th…

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Driving AI Adoption in Wealth and Asset Management - with Deep Srivastav of Franklin Templeton 32:08

8d ago32:08

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In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Deep Srivastav, Chief AI Officer at Franklin Templeton, shares a candid view into the evolving role of AI in wealth and asset management — and how enterprises can move beyond isolated use cases to reshape core business capabilities. Deep unpacks the unique challenges financial firms face when impleme…

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Fit at 45: My Daily Habits for Staying Strong 15:33

9d ago15:33

15:33

At 45, I’m in the best shape of my life—10.5% body fat and feeling strong. In this episode, I share the simple habits, food swaps, and daily routines that keep me healthy, energized, and on track. No gimmicks—just what actually works for me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Building Agile R&D Strategies Through Predictive Analytics - with Scott Bradley of Novartis 19:26

9d ago19:26

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In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Scott Bradley, VP of AI and Innovation at Novartis, returns to discuss how AI is reshaping decision-making at the earliest stages of drug development—and what that means for the future of pharma investment strategy. Host Matthew DeMello and Scott explore how the pharmaceutical industry is transitioni…

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How AI Is Transforming Clinical Trials and Data Access - with Mathew Paruthickal of Sanofi 20:25

10d ago20:25

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In this episode, Mathew Paruthickal — Global Head of Data Architecture, Utilization, and AI Engineering at Sanofi — joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore how AI is reshaping clinical trial operations at scale. He shares how Sanofi is leveraging advanced data strategies to address longstanding bottlenecks in trial design, safety …

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Europa League final preview: Manchester United plans for the summer, Tottenham strategies, managers and more 11:50

12d ago11:50

11:50

In this episode we break down all the latest on both Tottenham and Manchester United ahead of the Europa League final. Clubs plans, managers future and all you need to know ahead of the summer 2025. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Neurobiological and Cybernetic AI for Manufacturing, Part 2 - with Oleg Savin of Unilever 29:07

11d ago29:07

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Today’s guest is Oleg Savin, Enterprise Architect and MES Expert at Unilever. Oleg is a frequent guest speaker at manufacturing conferences worldwide, including this year’s Smart Manufacturing Excellence Summit in Munich. He returns to the program today to discuss use cases in why neurobiological and cybernetic AI capabilities for manufacturers and…

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527: Walk, Don’t Run And Other Important Health Shifts With Mark Sisson 46:01

12d ago46:01

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How is running bad for us? Tennis shoes aren't doing us any favors. Cold plunges may be overrated. Mark Sisson is a pioneer in the ancestral health movement, known for his blog Mark's Daily Apple and the Primal Health Coach Institute. He is also the author of “Born to Walk”. Today, Mark highlights how good walking is for health and longevity. He al…

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Scaling AI with Storage Efficiency - with Shawn Rosemarin of Pure Storage 33:44

12d ago33:44

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Today’s guest is Shawn Rosemarin, Vice-President of R&D in Customer Engineering at Pure Storage, a leader in cloud-based infrastructure and storage-as-a-service solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Shawn joins the podcast to explore the critical role of storage efficiency in scaling AI. As businesses accelerate A…

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Liverpool new chapter: Frimpong latest, looking for a new defender, transfer strategies, Arne Slot's role, more 11:41

16d ago11:41

11:41

Everything you need to know about Liverpool plans for the summer 2025: How Arne Slot's influence shaped the strategies of the club ahead of the transfer session. What about a new defender? Let's brake it down! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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129. No Cells? No Problem! eXoZymes' Michael Heltzen on the Future of Microbe-Free Biotech 50:50

16d ago50:50

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Erum sits down with Michael Heltzen, CEO of eXoZymes, to dive into the transformative world of cell-free biomanufacturing. Michael shares the origin story of ExoZymes—from a student bioengineering dream at UCLA to ringing the NASDAQ bell—and unpacks why scalability, sustainability, and design thinking are central to the next generation of biotech. …

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Where AI Can Reduce Risk and Cost in Audit Processes - with Nathaniel Bell of Wells Fargo 29:42

15d ago29:42

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Today’s guest is Nathaniel Bell, Director of Data Management at Wells Fargo. Nate joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello on the show today to discuss the practical application of AI within internal audit workflows, focusing on tools that are already delivering results. He explains how deterministic models are transforming information gathering…

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Your Issues Are Not Their Issues 12:54

17d ago12:54

12:54

Let’s try not to project our stuff onto other people. This podcast is all about being real—staying true to who you are, even when it’s uncomfortable. When you start getting honest like that, it can bring up a lot of insecurities. That’s part of the process, and that’s okay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Future of IT Operations with Automation and Real-Time Insights - with Troy Felix of BigPanda 22:55

16d ago22:55

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Today’s guest is Troy Felix, RVP of Sales Engineering at BigPanda. BigPanda is a leading AIOps platform that helps enterprises prevent and resolve IT incidents faster through automation and real-time insights. Troy joins us to explore how automation and real-time data are transforming IT operations. He explains how organizations are using AIOps to …

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Fraud Prevention in the Digital Age from KYC to Chargebacks - with Matt DeLauro of SEON 24:59

16d ago24:59

24:59

Today’s guest is Matt DeLauro, President at SEON Technologies. SEON is a global provider of fraud prevention solutions, leveraging advanced AI and machine learning to help businesses identify and mitigate fraud throughout the customer journey. Matt joins us on today’s show to discuss how SEON is tackling the challenges of modern fraud prevention in…

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Ask the Experts: Empowering Women Through Health Education—Addressing Obesity 58:16

18d ago58:16

58:16

Audience called in and asked questions of our experts for Women's Health Month about the many factors contributing to obesity and how you can make healthier steps to create a lasting impact on overall wellness. Find more helpful resources at diabetes.org/Obesity.

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The Xabi Alonso revolution: Who is Real Madrid signing, who is leaving the club? 14:16

19d ago14:16

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Carlo Ancelotti has announced he will join Brazil later this month, while Real Madrid are now set to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new head coach. What can we expect to happen? Who is leaving the club and who is joining? All you need to know. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#d…

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Leveraging AI for Better Outcomes Across Drug Development - with Patricio La Rosa of Bayer 33:16

18d ago33:16

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Today’s guest is Patricio La Rosa, Head of End-to-End Decision Science at Seed Production Innovation in Bayer Crop Science. With over 20 years of experience developing AI and data science solutions across healthcare and agriculture, Patricio joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore how machine learning can drive better outcomes across…

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526: The Damaging (& Insidious) Effects of Glyphosate and What Bayer is Doing to Avoid Liability with Kelly Ryerson 37:48

19d ago37:48

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Glyphosate is a toxic carcinogenic chemical found in RoundUp, a weedkiller that is routinely sprayed on our lawns and crops. But the bad news doesn't stop there! It is making its way into the food we eat, the air, and the water. Worse still, the maker of glyphosate, Bayer, is working on passing liability shield legislation so that they cannot be su…

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How Financial Services Are Building Safer Customer-Facing AI - with Akhil Khunger of Barclays 19:35

19d ago19:35

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Today’s guest is Akhil Khunger, VP in Quantitative Analytics at Barclays. Akhil returns to the program to discuss the evolving role of customer-facing AI in financial services and how financial institutions are embedding safety and security measures directly into client-facing systems. He delves into the risks financial services face, such as promp…

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The Future of Life Sciences AI with Full Integration and Human-Focused Collaboration - with Brice Challamel of Moderna 48:41

19d ago48:41

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Today’s guest is Brice Challamel, Head of AI products and Innovation at Moderna. With experience working across five continents, he brings a global perspective to driving AI adoption, innovation management, and measurable results in life sciences. Brice joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore how Moderna is embedding AI into both its…

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128. Replay of Synbiobeta 2024 Recap with Fresh Commentary 1:18:34

22d ago1:18:34

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Karl and Erum revisit their energetic and unfiltered recap of SynBioBeta 2024. With candid reflections on the conference and the broader synthetic biology ecosystem, they spotlight key trends including the rise of accessible community bio labs, decentralized events like the Biopunk gathering, and the convergence of deep tech and culture. This is no…

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Champions League stars: Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Yann Sommer, Arsenal plans and more 13:54

23d ago13:54

13:54

After one of the most incredible weeks of Champions League's action, we break down all you need to know about the big stars of the European tournament, with a special look ahead on the final that will take place on May 31. Lamine Yamal's new contract? Coming soon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http…

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What Makes People Great—The Hidden Difference Between OK, Good, and Great 19:21

24d ago19:21

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What *really* separates someone who's just OK at what they do… from someone who's good… and someone who's truly *great*?In this episode, we unpack the hidden factors that drive greatness—not just talent, but mindset, standards, discipline, purpose, and environment. Whether you’re a creative, a professional, or just someone striving for more, this c…

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Navigating Challenges and Solutions in Data Security with AI - with Dimitri Sirota of BigID 29:28

23d ago29:28

29:28

As enterprises double down on generative AI initiatives, the intersection of data security, privacy, and unstructured data is quickly becoming mission-critical. In this episode, Dimitri Sirota, Co-founder and CEO of BigID, joins the podcast to explore how AI transformation is reshaping enterprise data governance, security, and compliance—and why un…

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Scaling AI for Clinical Trials - with Damion Nero of Takeda 26:31

24d ago26:31

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Today’s guest is Damion Nero, Head of Data Science at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. With over 15 years of experience applying AI, machine learning, and real-world data to drug development and precision medicine, Damion joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore the evolving role of AI in drug development and supply chain management. He breaks…

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The Future of Adverse Event Detection in Healthcare and Life Sciences - with Marie Flanagan of IQVIA 21:37

25d ago21:37

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Today’s guest is Marie Flanagan, Director of Product Management in Digital Projects and Solutions at IQVIA, who joins us to explore the overlooked intersection of AI and safety workflows in life sciences. As the industry experiences an explosion in the volume and diversity of data—from social media and call centers to audio and video files—Marie ou…

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Center-backs special episode: Who will move in the summer 2025? Huijsen, Min-Jae, Tah, one surprising name and more 12:27

27d ago12:27

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This episode is dedicated to the center-backs and who can move in the summer 2025: Who will move? Here's what you need to know ahead of the summer transfer window that is about to start. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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525: How To Find The Best Olive Oil And Why It’s Good For Your Gut, Brain, And Heart With Bianti Danaj 45:14

26d ago45:14

45:14

In Albania, olive oil is called “ilac”, medicine. It’s included as a daily ritual for generations--a source of nourishment, healing, and tradition. For many of us, in other regions of the world, we have less familiarity with olive oil. And then we see labels on olive oil bottles that say "cold-pressed", "extra virgin", and "organic". What do these …

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How Financial Services Are Balancing Automation and Flexibility - with Akhil Khunger of Barclays 20:58

26d ago20:58

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Today’s guest is Akhil Khunger, VP of Quantitative Analytics at Barclays. Akhil joins us to explore how financial institutions are modernizing stress testing, risk modeling, and strategic planning through AI. Throughout the episode, Akhil discusses the evolving architecture of financial models — specifically how modular, decoupled processes can spe…

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Carlo Ancelotti's future: What happened between Real Madrid and Brazil, what's next? Xabi Alonso, Pep Guardiola, more 11:07

29d ago11:07

11:07

In our 300th episode since we started our podcast, we talk about Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti and his future. What happened between him, Brazil, and Real Madrid? Will he be coaching the historical national team? Will Xabi Alonso join the Spanish giants? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://…

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127. Chain Reaction: Orchestrating BioInnovation Without Missing a Beat – with MessagingLab’s Erum & Karl 22:50

30d ago22:50

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Erum and Karl break down a concept they've lived and breathed—but rarely spelled out: orchestration. If you're building a startup in synthetic biology or advanced materials, this is a must-listen deep dive into how influence is built before your product lands or your funding closes. They pull back the curtain on how to create "value chain syndicate…

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Building Readiness for AI Agents in Healthcare Systems - with Raheel Retiwalla of Productive Edge 33:22

1M ago33:22

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Today’s guest is Raheel Retiwalla, Chief Strategy Officer at Productive Edge — a digital transformation consultancy focused on healthcare. Productive Edge works with payers, providers, and health tech firms to leverage AI, data, and modern platforms to streamline operations, cut costs, and improve outcomes. With two decades of experience in digital…

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How Responsible AI is Shaping the Future of Banking and Finance - with Shub Agarwal of U.S. Bank and USC 21:28

1M ago21:28

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On today’s episode, we’re joined by Shub Agarwal, author of Successful AI Product Creation: A 9-Step Framework available from Wiley and a professor of the University of Southern California teaching AI and Generative AI product management to graduate students. He is also Senior Vice President of Product Management for AI and Generative AI at U.S. Ba…

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524: Beyond Blood: How To Address The Trauma Messages Your Body Is Sending You With Adam and Josh Bigelsen 45:02

1M ago45:02

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"If we don’t understand how nature works, we’re just guessing at trying to fix things." Adam and Josh Bigelsen provide insight today in how to listen to the body's messages, in order to address them. If you have trauma (and, naturally, most of us do), it doesn't mean just doing emotional work for healing. The physical has to be addressed as well. T…

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Copa del Rey final preview: What's next at FC Barcelona and Real Madrid? Ancelotti's future, Flick, summer plans and more 13:07

1M ago13:07

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Ahead of the Copa del Rey final we break down what's next at Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. Hansi Flick's new deal, Carlo Ancelotti's future and what the two clubs are planning ahead of the summer 2025. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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