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Consumer Technology Association
CES is the most powerful tech event on the planet, owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®. Enter the cutting-edge world of technology with the CES Tech Talk podcast. We’re talking about the leading tech trends for AI, robotics, mobility, health and more. Expert guests. Expert insights. Subscribe today for the latest.
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Jan 28, 2020 • 33min
A New World for Branding in Esports
Sponsored by Dell This week’s episode was recorded live at CES 2020. Brands are benefiting from backing esports. It offers direct access to a prime consumer group: 18-35 year olds who may have already parted ways with traditional TV. We hear from a star esports athlete, the CEO of his team and Dell discussing how brands must find unique ways, such as esports, to share their message. Guests Bryan de Zayas, Global Director of Marketing, Dell Steve Arhancet, Co-CEO and Owner, Team Liquid Jonathan “@EliGE” Jablonowski, CS:GO Player, Team Liquid

Jan 24, 2020 • 22min
The Future of Self-Driving Vehicles
Sponsored by Aptiv We’re looking into the safer, greener and more connected technology behind self-driving vehicles. Our episode sponsor, Aptiv, unveiled their flexible and scalable smart vehicle architecture at CES 2020. They joined us to explain how these advancements will reduce complexity and offer better control for users. Guest Glen De Vos, SVP, CTO & President, Aptiv

Jan 9, 2020 • 29min
Day 3 of CES 2020: Vehicle Tech in Action on the Show Floor
Sponsored by Deloitte We’ve talked about the latest in vehicle tech all year, but at CES 2020, we got to show you. On the show floor, vehicle and automotive companies demonstrated the innovations driving the consumer tech industry forward more safely and effectively. Media experts share their experiences from the show floor. Guests Anthony Elio, Associate Editor, Innovation & Tech Today Dana Wollman, Editor in Chief, Engadget Matt Swider, Managing Editor, Tech Radar

Jan 8, 2020 • 30min
Day 2 of CES 2020: Digital Health Trends on the Show Floor
Sponsored by Deloitte Digital health is one of the hottest and fastest-growing tech categories, not just at CES but throughout the entire tech industry. Join us for a roundtable with media experts discussing health innovations at CES 2020, the growth potential for the health care market and more. Guests Amy Roberts, Managing Editor, Reviewed Dana Wollman, Editor-In-Chief, Engadget Neal Batra, Principal—Life Sciences & Health Care Strategy, Deloitte

Jan 7, 2020 • 27min
Day 1 of CES 2020: An Inside Look at the Show Floor
Sponsored by Deloitte The countdown is over. The first day of CES 2020 kicked off highlighting the most innovative tech from across the globe in every industry. We spoke to media experts all day to hear what they discovered on the show floor and to learn what to expect throughout the rest of this exciting week. Guests David Kender, Editor In Chief, Reviewed Jason Hiner, Editorial Director, CNET Nick Mokey, Managing Editor, Digital Trends

Jan 6, 2020 • 35min
Gearing Up for CES 2020
CES 2020 is almost here. As our team and exhibitors prepare for the show floor to open tomorrow, the leaders of CES share what new technologies to look out for on The Global Stage for Innovation. We also hear from the leader of a returning CES 2019 exhibitor about what has changed for them since last year and how they have prepared “to soar” at this year’s show. Guests Karen Chupka, Executive Vice President—CES, Consumer Technology Association Gary Shapiro, President & CEO, Consumer Technology Association Michael Thacker, EVP of Technology and Innovation, Bell Helicopter

Dec 31, 2019 • 29min
Eureka Park: The Launching Pad of Innovation
Startups from all over the world gather at Eureka Park in Las Vegas to showcase their great ideas. Industry leaders and media come to seek the next products that will change the tech market and the world. The mayor of international tech hub, Seoul, an e-commerce startup founder and a tech HR expert give you an idea of what to expect at this center for innovation. Guests Dawn Dickson, Founder & CEO, PopCom Park Won Soon, Mayor, Seoul, Korea Michael Mendenhall, SVP Chief Marketing/Chief Communications Officer, TriNet

Dec 23, 2019 • 30min
The Future of Creativity
Emerging media platforms allow companies and consumers alike to share their stories in more innovative ways. Executives from Facebook and world-renowned public relations company, WPP, join us for this episode to share how tech is elevating their content and helping captivate audiences. Guests Ty Ahmad-Taylor, Vice President of Product Marketing, Facebook Stephan Pretorius, Chief Technology Officer, WPP

Dec 21, 2019 • 37min
Tech Solutions for The Greatest Health Challenges
This global healthcare company offers a wide variety of products covering medical devices, medicines and more. Thanks to their digital health-focused research, the healthcare industry has seen significant advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of some of the world’s most prevalent medical challenges. In this bonus episode sponsored by Abbott, three experts explain how tech is improving patients’ health and comfort. Guests Heidi Hinrichs, Divisional VP—Global Clinical and Regulatory Affairs, Abbott Cardiovascular Joel Goldsmith, Senior Director—Digital Platforms, Abbott Diabetes Care Ryan Lakin, Divisional VP—Product R&D, Abbott Neuromodulation

Dec 18, 2019 • 38min
Every Company is a Tech Company, feat. Weber Grills and CVS Health
This episode highlights what may be a familiar mantra: every company needs to be a tech company. At CES, we showcase ways that nontraditional companies must integrate emerging tech into their business to satisfy evolving consumer demands. So what do a grilling company and a health care innovation company have to do with tech? Tune in to find out. Guests Adam Pellegrini, SVP Consumer Health Products, CVS Health Chris Sherzinger, CEO, Weber-Stephen Products LLC


