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That Tech Pod

Laura Milstein, Gabriela Schulte and Kevin Albert

Welcome to That Tech Pod, a podcast co-hosted by Laura Milstein, Gabi Schulte and Kevin Albert. Each Tuesday, That Tech Pod will feature in depth discussions about data privacy, cybersecurity, eDiscovery, and tech innovations with heavy hitters in the industry. Subscribe so you don"t miss an episode! Visit thattechpod.com for more information.

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34:19

Bad Medicine: AI’s Deadly Advice with Dr. Ross Albert

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2025/11/04

In this episode of That Tech Pod, Laura and Kevin talk with Kevin's brother, Dr. Ross Albert, Medical Director of Hartford HealthCare at Home Hospice and Palliative Care, about one of the most unsettling trends in the digital age: health misinformation driven by AI. The conversation kicks off with a real case of a man hospitalized after following ChatGPT’s bad advice and spirals into the broader question of why people are so quick to trust AI over actual doctors. Ross shares what it’s like wh...

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24:40

The Dual Life of a CTO and CISO: Balancing Risk,...

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2025/10/28

This week we sit down with Ben Wilcox, a tech leader who straddles two high-stakes worlds as both Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at ProArch. Ben shares how a teenage interest in “link lists” and web hosting turned into a 25-year career at the intersection of innovation and cybersecurity. We talk about what it really means to balance the drive to move fast with the need to stay secure, and whether those two priorities can truly coexist under one roof. From hig...

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30:43

AI Won’t Make You Dumber—Unless You Let It. The Truth...

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2025/10/21

Two Kevins are better than one on this week’s That Tech Pod, as Kevin Albert and Laura sit down with Silicon Valley legend Kevin Surace, the inventor and entrepreneur, who helped shape everything from the first smartphone to the first digital assistant, decades before Siri or Alexa. Kevin S. shares stories from his time at General Magic, where he helped build Mary, the original voice-based AI assistant that could schedule meetings and manage calendars long before the world caught up. He expl...

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20:46

Consulting: It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone...

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2025/10/14

Today on the pod, Laura and Kevin talk with Jamie Bernard, Vice President of Solutions Strategy and Head of Global Solutions at Valiantys, about what it really takes to turn technical capabilities into business results. Jamie has spent her career at the crossroads of product strategy, innovation, and AI enablement, helping companies move beyond buzzwords to create solutions people actually buy. Jamie shares her approach to “turning chaos into cashflow,” how to spot real value in a world full...

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24:43

Help Wanted: Apply Within. The Future of Hiring with...

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2025/10/07

On this week's episode, Laura and Kevin talk with James Terry, Head of US Revenue at Indeed Flex, about how AI is reshaping the staffing industry. James breaks down how Flex fits into the larger Indeed ecosystem and how technology is changing the way companies find, match, and retain talent. We get into the opportunities and risks that come with AI-driven recruiting, from reducing bias to making sure workers aren’t treated like data points. James also shares practical advice for anyone ...

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34:14

Could AI Replace Developers? The Future of...

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2025/09/30

This week on That Tech Pod, Laura and Kevin are joined by Gilad Shoham, VP of Engineering at Bit, to talk about the future of AI-driven development, composable architecture, and the cyber risks that come with them. Gilad has spent his career at the intersection of startups, enterprise engineering, and open-source communities, and he brings a clear, practical perspective on how technology is evolving. We start with what composable architecture actually means, why it matters, and how it’s shap...

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24:51

Why the Future of Tech Depends on Better Leadership...

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2025/09/23

This week Kevin and Laura sit down with Uma Subramanian, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leaders, Inc. Uma shares her journey from leading initiatives at Microsoft to building a global platform dedicated to helping tech professionals unlock their leadership potential. We explore what “limitless” leadership really means, the behaviors that often hold people back, and why she set out to build a program that looks different from traditional leadership training. Uma opens up about pushback she’s fa...

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28:53

Marking Smarter Marketing Campaigns in a Tech-Driven...

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2025/09/16

This week, Laura and Kevin are joined by Mike Maynard, CEO and Managing Director of Napier, a B2B PR and marketing agency helping tech companies turn awareness into opportunities. Mike started his career as an electronics design engineer before moving into marketing, and that technical background still shapes how he builds and measures campaigns today. We talk about what real success looks like beyond clicks and leads, how Napier decides which industries to focus on, and why some sectors spa...

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23:56

Teaching AI in the Age of ChatGPT with Pluralsight's...

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2025/09/09

In this episode of That Tech Pod, we sit down with Josh Meier a Senior Generative AI Author at Pluralsight, where he helps professionals cut through the hype and learn how to use AI responsibly and effectively. With a background in software engineering, data engineering, and data science, Josh has built his career around translating complex ideas for both technical and non-technical audiences. We talk with Josh about what it really means to teach AI in a world where anyone can ask ChatGPT for...

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27:50

Inside PLUSnxt: Strategy, AI, and the Human Side of...

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2025/09/02

This week on the pod, we welcome Bobby Coppola, Chief Strategy Officer and Bryant Gauthier, Vice President of Legal Technology at PLUSnxt. Bobby shares how his path from big law to legal tech shaped his focus on client service and strategy, while Bryant returns to the show to talk about what drew him to PLUSnxt after his time at Celerity. We break down what sets PLUSnxt apart in the crowded eDiscovery space, from helping clients separate hype from reality to focusing on innovation that actual...

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28:52

No More Language Barriers: Inside The Tech Behind The...

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2025/08/26

We’re on vacation this week! While we recharge, enjoy this “best of” episode from our first year back in 2021. We’ll be back next week with a special new episode featuring PlusNXT! Today (June 8, 2021) on That Tech Pod, Laura and Gabi sit down with Andrew Ochoa, CEO of Waverly Labs, to unpack the tech behind The Ambassador, a wearable translator built to remove language barriers. They dig into how real-time translation works, the hardware and software that power it, and where it shines ...

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Talent Without Borders: AI and Nearshore Talent with...

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2025/08/19

On today's episode of That Tech Pod, we sit down with Gino Ferrand, CEO and Founder of TECLA. Born in Lima, Peru and raised in the U.S., Gino’s journey spans continents, cultures, and companies. He shares how those experiences shaped his perspective on technology, risk, and data security. We dig into the story behind TECLA, which started with a simple insight, Latin America’s deep pool of untapped tech talent, and grew into a platform that has helped U.S. companies worth billions scale their...

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24:40

Building Tech for Creators, Not Just Influencers: A...

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2025/08/12

This week on the pod, Kevin and Laura talk with Bree Flemings, CEO and co-founder of Jem Social, about building a tech platform at the intersection of influencer marketing, data privacy, and the ever-shifting world of digital media. Bree shares how DJing in college led her to the world of content creation, and what ultimately drove her to start Jem Social, a platform designed to help brands connect with the right influencers at scale. We talk about the evolution of marketing, the role of AI, ...

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24:29

You Won’t Believe What Scammers Can Do with 10...

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2025/08/05

This week Laura and Kevin discuss one of the most pressing threats in tech today: AI voice cloning. They’re joined by Alex Quilici, CEO of YouMail and a longtime leader in telecom security, to break down how generative AI is being weaponized for scams and what can be done about it. Alex shares how tools that used to need hours of audio can now mimic your voice from a voicemail greeting or a TikTok clip. He explains how scammers have become more sophisticated than ever, targeting different de...

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41:29

Hire This Man: GenAI, eDiscovery, and What’s Next...

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2025/07/29

This week on the pod, we sit down with e-discovery veteran John Thacher to get real about GenAI. We talk about what’s working, what’s failing, and what everyone needs to understand before jumping on the hype train. With over two decades in the trenches, John has seen it all, and he’s not shy about separating substance from noise. We get into why so many GenAI roles are being created and eliminated in the same year, and how legal tech leaders can avoid that cycle. John walks us through what im...

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22:15

Preserving Memories in a Clouded World with the...

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2025/07/22

In this week’s episode, we chat with Haleh Shoa, Founder and CEO of Picturli, to explore the complicated world of digital memory. Haleh shares how her own family’s experiences inspired her to create a service that turns photo chaos into order, curating, organizing, and preserving personal archives for the long haul. We discuss what it really means to “own” your photos in an age where most of us rely on platforms like Google or iCloud. Who controls your images once they’re uploaded? Do people ...

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28:25

Analytics 101: What Colleges Don’t Understand About...

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2025/07/15

This week on That Tech Pod, Laura and Kevin sit down with Emily Chase Coleman, a leading voice in higher ed analytics, to talk about how data, AI, and shifting policy are transforming the college experience. We kick things off with a look at predictive analytics in enrollment and financial aid. Emily shares the most common misconceptions schools still have about AI, and how generative tools are forcing colleges to rethink academic integrity, fairness, and even the rules around who gets to us...

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30:52

Innocent Until the Algorithm Says Otherwise. Trusting...

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2025/07/08

In this week's episode, Laura and Kevin sit down with Evan J. Schwartz, Chief Innovation Officer at AMCS Group, to explore where AI is actually making a difference and where it’s doing real harm. From logistics and sustainability to law enforcement and digital identity, we dig into how AI is being used (and misused) in ways that affect millions of lives. We talk about a real-world case Evan worked on involving predictive analytics in law enforcement, and the dangers of trusting databases more...

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28:21

Crypto Cashback or Customer Service Catastrophe? The...

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2025/07/01

In this episode of That Tech Pod, Kevin and Laura dig into the Gemini Credit Card, a flashy, crypto-backed rewards card created by the Winklevoss twins and issued by WebBank and Mastercard. Is it a smart move for crypto enthusiasts or just another fintech gimmick? We break down the card’s history, perks, and pitfalls: you’ll earn up to 4% back in crypto on everyday purchases, choose from 60+ cryptocurrencies, and enjoy no annual fees. But while the concept is solid, users report some real co...

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25:46

Beyond Automation: Agentic AI and the Future of...

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2025/06/24

Today is a special episode. This is our 250th episode! To celebrate, Laura and Kevin sit down with Dikshant Dave, a three-time founder and current CEO of Zigment, to explore the next frontier in AI, Agentic AI. Dikshant breaks down what sets Zigment apart in the crowded marketing tech world and explains how Agentic AI systems do more than just automate, they learn, adapt, and make decisions on the fly. The conversation touches on his journey through multiple startups, the challenges of balan...

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