
Modern CTO
Modern CTO is the #1 place where technology leaders and CTOs hang out. We live to bring tech leaders value. Listen in on our fun, intelligent and engaging podcast. We hang out with interesting and popular CTOs in Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics + Many more industries. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast.What do you think of the show? Let us know here!
Latest episodes

Mar 29, 2021 • 1h 7min
Exploring the Intriguing Intersection of Gaming, Startups, and Simulated Worlds Riz Virk, Author of The Simulation Hypothesis
Today we are talking to Riz, the author of The Simulation Hypothesis and Startup Myths and Models. And we discuss the parallels between video games and a simulated world, Startup advice that you won't learn in business school, and a preview of his upcoming book “The Simulated Multiverse”All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Mar 26, 2021 • 55min
#305 Sebastian Grady - President at Rimini Street
Today we are talking to Sebastian, the President of Rimini Street. And we discuss the innovation and cost savings they are bringing to enterprise software support, why culture starts at the top with the CEO and how to take advantage of opportunities when you find yourself at a fork in the road.All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Mar 24, 2021 • 53min
#304 Najaf Gillani - Chief Software Development Officer at OpSec Security
Today we are talking to Najaf, the Chief Software Development Officer at OpSec Security. And we discuss the technology they use to protect the worlds biggest brands, why having an innovative mindset will make every day exciting, and the advantages of working at a company with an appetite for disruption.All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Mar 22, 2021 • 51min
#303 Beena Ammanath - Executive Director at Deloitte AI Institute
Today we are talking to Beena, the Executive Director at Deloitte AI Institute. And we discuss the ethical questions that surround AI and new technologies, why it will take an all hands approach from humanity for AI to reach it's true potential, and how cultural diversity of thought will contribute to the success of all technologies.All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Mar 19, 2021 • 56min
#302 Jonathan Ross - CEO & Founder at Groq
Jonathan Ross, CEO and Founder at Groq, discusses how Groq's processors aim to make compute functionally free for everyone, the importance of culture items in a scaling organization, and why hiring engineers with high empathy leads to innovation. They also explore the manufacturing process of chips, the value proposition of compute power, the limits of physical chips and reversible computing.

Mar 17, 2021 • 43min
#301 Stéphane Zanoni - CTO at Riva
Today we are talking to Stéphane Zanoni, the CTO at Riva. And we discuss the ways they are bringing a customer centric approach to the CRM space, how their technology gives meaning to customer relationships, and why being customer funded requires you to respond to the customers needs.All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Mar 15, 2021 • 55min
#300 John Long - CTO & Co-Founder at Qwake Technologies
Today we are talking to John, the CTO at Qwake Technologies. And we discuss the ways they are using augmented reality to save lives every day, how having clear responsibilities makes it easier to learn from mistakes and the lessons he’s learned jumping from academia to startup founder.All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast!

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Mar 12, 2021 • 1h 3min
#299 Chris Schremser - CTO at Waystar
Chris Schremser, CTO at Waystar, discusses the radical changes transforming healthcare technology. He shares insights on the crucial shift from paper to digital processes and how AI can enhance transparency and efficiency for patients. Schremser emphasizes the importance of real-time feedback in healthcare, allowing for consumer control at checkout. Additionally, he offers valuable leadership advice, highlighting the power of open communication and thoughtful questioning to foster team collaboration and growth.

Mar 10, 2021 • 1h 8min
#298 Jason Taule - CISO at HITRUST
Today we are talking to Jason Taule, the CISO at HITRUST. And we discuss the way a CISO should operate within the C-Suite, why we should be thinking about risk instead of security, and how to create a culture that is mindful of risk management.All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Mar 8, 2021 • 53min
#297 David Ulevitch - General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z)
Today we are talking to David Ulevitch, a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz. And we discuss the founders' journey from raising capital to successful exit, the need to communicate the value of your product, why you may not be charging enough for your goods and services.All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!