Product Talk
Products That Count
Produced by Products That Count, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps everyone build great products, this podcast is an award-winning show by and for product minds, with millions of downloads and a 5-star rating on most major platforms. Each of the 300+ episodes features a product leader interviewing another product leader and exploring what it takes to build great products. Recent ones feature the Chief Product Officers of Brex, Glassdoor, Experian and more.
About Us: Products that Count is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps everyone build great products. It celebrates product excellence through coveted Awards that inspire 500,000+ product managers and honor great products and the professionals responsible for their success. It accelerates the career and rise to the C-suite of 30% of all Product Managers globally by providing exceptional programming – including award-winning podcasts and popular newsletters – for free. It acts as a trusted advisor to all CPOs at Fortune 1000, and publishes key insights from innovative companies, like Capgemini, SoFi, and Amplitude, that turn product success into business success. Learn more at ProductsThatCount.com.
About Us: Products that Count is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps everyone build great products. It celebrates product excellence through coveted Awards that inspire 500,000+ product managers and honor great products and the professionals responsible for their success. It accelerates the career and rise to the C-suite of 30% of all Product Managers globally by providing exceptional programming – including award-winning podcasts and popular newsletters – for free. It acts as a trusted advisor to all CPOs at Fortune 1000, and publishes key insights from innovative companies, like Capgemini, SoFi, and Amplitude, that turn product success into business success. Learn more at ProductsThatCount.com.
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Jan 14, 2026 • 44min
American Express VP of Product on Building a Scalable B2C Growth Engine
Jose Quesada, Vice President of Product Management at American Express, shares his insights from over a decade of scaling their mobile app and crafting digital strategy. He discusses the crucial differences between vision and strategy, emphasizing the need for alignment. Jose outlines how to ground ambitious goals in execution and the importance of ongoing testing and customer feedback. He also delves into balancing personalization with scalability and how AI can enhance product workflows, making it a strategic partner rather than a replacement.
Jan 12, 2026 • 48min
Datycs CEO on Transforming Unstructured Clinical Data into Real-Time Healthcare Intelligence
Dr. Srini Rao, CEO of Datycs, brings his expertise in AI and healthcare data to tackle the challenge of transforming unstructured clinical data into actionable insights. He discusses the importance of interoperability and how Datycs processes millions of clinical notes. The conversation highlights the roles of NLP and GenAI in regulated environments, building healthcare-focused LLMs, and the future of real-world evidence. Srini also shares valuable advice for healthcare entrepreneurs aiming to navigate the industry's complexities.
Jan 9, 2026 • 42min
Calectra CEO & Co-Founder on Decarbonizing Manufacturing with Thermal Battery and Sustainable Heat
Pauliina Meskanen, CEO and co-founder of Calcetra, is on a mission to decarbonize the manufacturing sector with innovative thermal batteries. She dives into the urgent need for emission reduction in high-temperature industries like cement. Pauliina shares insights on the importance of customer discovery and strategic partnerships. She also discusses her experience in securing both VC funding and grants, highlighting the role of renewables in shaping the future of industrial energy. Plus, she offers tips for newcomers in the climate tech space!
Jan 7, 2026 • 38min
Cognizant Senior Director on Building Responsible AI Gateways for Healthcare at Scale
Elliot Papadakis, Senior Director at Cognizant, leads generative AI initiatives in healthcare. He shares insights on building the TriZetto AI Gateway, focusing on responsible AI practices that enhance trust and transparency. Elliot emphasizes the importance of efficiency in healthcare and how AI can streamline workflows while reducing costs. He discusses the balance between innovation and accountability, highlighting the potential of AI to combat fraud and improve interoperability among systems. His vision aims to make healthcare more accessible and effective.
Jan 5, 2026 • 57min
The 3-Part Framework That Made Grammarly a Great Product | Grammarly & Superhuman CPO
Noam Levinsky, the Chief Product Officer at Grammarly and Superhuman, reveals the ambitious transformation of Grammarly from a writing assistant to a versatile AI-powered productivity suite. He discusses the importance of building deeply integrated AI products and the three key traits of their new assistants. Noam illustrates how such technology can streamline workflows, like scheduling meetings, and emphasizes emotional satisfaction as a key to customer retention. He also shares insights on company strategy, hiring practices, and the challenges of maintaining entrepreneurial spirit post-acquisition.
Jan 2, 2026 • 39min
Walmart Fmr CPO on Transforming Retail with AI
How do product leaders think big enough to compete in an AI-native world? In this podcast hosted by Sid Shaik, Walmart U.S. former Chief Product Officer John Alferness joins us again and speaks on scaling AI at retail and enterprise scale. He breaks down how CPOs can separate core AI capabilities from applications, choose the right moonshots, and use AI to unlock personalization, efficiency, and growth in low-margin businesses.
Dec 30, 2025 • 50min
Walmart Fmr CPO on Thinking Big in the AI Era
John Alferness, a product executive with a rich history at Google, Lyft, Pinterest, and Walmart U.S., dives into transformative strategies for massive-scale product growth. He discusses the importance of thinking big and setting audacious goals, sharing insights on balancing risk and innovation. Alferness breaks down the moonshot concept, emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, and outlines how to challenge conventional fundamentals. He also highlights the vital role AI plays in driving rapid change, urging leaders to embrace bold experimentation while managing the innovator's dilemma.
Dec 29, 2025 • 38min
Nutanix VP & GM on Building Differentiated Infrastructure Products
What does it take to build products that stand out in one of the most technical spaces in the industry? In this podcast hosted by Cassio Sampaio, Nutanix Vice President & General Manager Dan Ciruli speaks on how product leaders can guide customers through complex infrastructure decisions and stand out in ecosystems dominated by hyperscalers. He explores the realities of legacy systems, the skills PMs need to thrive in deeply technical environments, and the opportunities emerging across the evolving infrastructure stack.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 35min
Walmart Sr Product Lead on Transforming Enterprise Portfolio Systems
Sangita Raj, a Senior Product Lead at Walmart with over 15 years of experience, dives into her journey transforming internal portfolio systems into productivity powerhouses. She shares insights on transitioning from engineering to product leadership, with key lessons from T-Mobile, Microsoft, and Amazon. Sangita discusses her innovative work at Walmart in user research, data integration, and driving adoption metrics like a 44% drop in duplicate reporting. Passionate about mentorship, she emphasizes continuous learning and her social impact work tackling period poverty in India.
Dec 19, 2025 • 39min
Google Product Lead on Building AI Products That Actually Work
Alankar Agnihotri, a product leader at Google specializing in AI-driven in-car experiences, shares insights on building effective AI products. He debunks the myth that AI is magic, emphasizing the importance of context and data. Alankar illustrates how AI often augments expertise in fields like self-driving cars and healthcare. He discusses the shift to probabilistic design and the necessity of collaboration among teams. Lastly, he highlights the rewarding aspects of product work, particularly the impact on safety and small businesses.
