Best Amit Kumar Podcasts (2025)

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PETA India: Stray Dogs, Animal Rescues, Celebrity Support & the Fight for Wildlife ft. Sachin Bangera 1:07:28

11h ago1:07:28

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Cyrus chats with Sachin Bangera, VP – Celebrity & PR at PETA India, about what actually moves the needle for animals: rescuing elephants from circuses, ending cruel practices, using celebrity influence the right way, and why “adopt, don’t shop” matters. They swap stories about sanctuary life, policy nudges, teaching compassion (start with a plant!)…

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Moving from Pilot to Profit in Service AI Deployments - with Amit Gupta of Danaher 15:46

6h ago15:46

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In today’s enterprise landscape, many AI initiatives stall before delivering real business value—especially in service operations, where data lives in disconnected systems and frontline speed is critical. For Amit Gupta, Chief Digital Officer, Life Sciences Manufacturing Industry, at Danaher, overcoming these challenges requires a structured, busin…

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From Vande Mataram, AR Rahman to Nelson Mandela, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Dalai Lama ft. Bharat Bala 1:09:22

1d ago1:09:22

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Filmmaker Bharat Bala joins Cyrus to share jaw-dropping stories from his extraordinary career — from creating the iconic Vande Mataram with A.R. Rahman to walking 2 km through Gaza’s no-man’s land to meet Yasser Arafat. He recalls gifting Nelson Mandela two Kaju Katlis, discussing compassion with the Dalai Lama, and laughing with Archbishop Desmond…

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Turning AI Vision Into Value in Financial Services - with Kelly Dempski of Turing 17:18

1d ago17:18

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Today’s guest is Kelly Dempski, Head of Solutions for Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) at Turing. Turing is one of the world’s fastest-growing Artificial Intelligence companies, working with the world’s leading AI labs to advance frontier model capabilities and leveraging that work to build real-world AI systems that help businesse…

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Ethical AI Solutions and Their Impact on Life Sciences and Beyond - with Dr. Steffen Hoffmann of Bosch 17:18

1d ago17:18

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Today’s guest is Dr. Steffen Hoffmann, Managing Director of Bosch UK. Dr. Hoffmann joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore the strategic deployment of AI across industrial sectors, from manufacturing operations to internal business systems. Dr. Hoffmann shares how AI is helping manufacturers address upstream process variables to r…

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Ep 424: Gitanjali Babbar and the Didis of GB Road 3:55:28

4d ago3:55:28

3:55:28

Trained as a journalist, but driven by a desire to make a difference, she spent over a decade working with sex workers in Delhi to understand and improve their lives. Gitanjali Babbar joins Amit Varma in episode 424 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss her learnings about GB Road -- and our strange and twisted society. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES,…

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Rajesh Tailang on Mirzapur, Bakaiti & Life Beyond Bollywood | Cyrus Says 48:56

2d ago48:56

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In this episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus sits down with the ever-versatile Rajesh Tailang for a candid and laugh-filled conversation. Fresh off the release of his brand-new comedy-drama series Bakaiti Rajesh opens up about the heart of the show—set in Ghaziabad, steeped in middle-class chaos, and brimming with relatable family moments. We dive into his…

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AMA with Urjita Wani | Labubu Dolls, AI Endings & Reboots Return! 53:46

6d ago53:46

53:46

In this wild AMA episode comedian @urjitawani. returns to Cyrus Says—this time with a brand-new surname and a head full of stories. In this candid and hilarious AMA episode, Urjita chats with Cyrus about her recent wedding, including the curious case of why Cyrus wasn’t invited (hint: her husband had some guest-list rules) and how she boldly sent a…

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Scaling Growth in Asset Management with AI-Ready Data - with Frank Hattann of Ocorian 24:07

6d ago24:07

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What does it really take to bring AI into the heart of financial services—and why are so many firms still stuck in manual mode? In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Frank Hattann, Chief Commercial Officer at Ocorian, joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore how legacy financial institutions can unlock real commercial va…

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Overcoming Compliance Challenges in Legal AI Adoption - with Ryan Anderson at Filevine 26:53

7d ago26:53

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Today’s guest is Ryan Anderson, CEO and Founder of Filevine. Filevine is a cloud-based enterprise legal practice management platform that automates and centralizes workflows—covering case and document management, contract lifecycle, client communication, billing, e-signatures, analytics, and AI‑powered insights. Ryan joins Emerj Editorial Director …

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Kayoze Irani on Directing Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran & Ibrahim Ali Khan & much more! 1:02:05

9d ago1:02:05

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🎬 Kayoze Irani joins Cyrus Broacha in this laugh-packed, heartfelt episode of Cyrus Says, where he opens up about his journey from being Boman Irani’s son to becoming a full-fledged Bollywood director. Fresh off the success of his debut feature film Sarzameen, Kayoze shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, intense personal challenges, and movin…

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Enhancing Clinical Workflows and Optimizing Efficiencies - with Patricio La Rosa at Bayer 29:07

10d ago29:07

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Today’s guest is Patricio La Rosa, Head of End-to-End Decision Science in Seed Production Innovation at Bayer Crop Science. Patricio joins the AI in Business podcast to explore how AI is transforming the clinical trial lifecycle, from biomarker discovery to long-term patient engagement. Drawing on his academic expertise, Patricio explains how AI-po…

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Accelerating Retail & CPG Transformation through AI Solutions - with Dwight Hill of Turing and Joe Troy of Amazon 29:48

11d ago29:48

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Today’s guests are Dwight Hill, Vice President of Retail & Consumer Products at Turing, and Joe Troy, Senior Manager of Site Risk at Amazon. Turing is one of the world’s fastest-growing Artificial Intelligence companies, working with the world’s leading AI labs to advance frontier model capabilities and leveraging that work to build real-world AI s…

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Chris Hemsworth walked in & I said "Arey, Thor!" ft. Priyanshu Painyuli- Aram Nagar to Hollywood! 56:31

11d ago56:31

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🎙 Actor Priyanshu Painyuli joins **Cyrus Broacha** for a laugh-packed, brutally honest episode of *Cyrus Says*. From endless auditions in Aram Nagar to playing a villain in Netflix's *Extraction* and becoming a meme machine with *Mirzapur*, Priyanshu shares the ups and downs of an actor’s journey — with hilarious anecdotes, inspiring stories, and B…

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Corporate Questions, Wild Answers | AMA with Sahil Gupta | Cyrus Says 45:34

13d ago45:34

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On the newest episode of Cyrus Says, comedian and viral content creator Sahil Gupta joins Cyrus Broacha for a no-holds-barred conversation on corporate culture, Instagram comedy, and the chaos of navigating a double life between tech jobs and social media fame. Known for his handle @‌sahil_the9to5, Sahil shares how a strict, overprotective childhoo…

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Transforming Manufacturing with AI-Powered 3D Digital Twins and Remote Monitoring - with Rad Desiraju of Microsoft and Mike Geyer of NVIDIA 33:29

13d ago33:29

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For decades, manufacturers have relied on traditional dashboards that often fell short when it came to understanding the complexity of real-time operations. In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Microsoft’s Rad Desiraju and NVIDIA’s Mike Geyer explore how AI-powered 3D digital twins and real-time simulation are transforming the way manuf…

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Building Storage Strategies That Scale with AI Workloads - with Bryan Willett of Lexmark 17:49

14d ago17:49

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Today’s guest is Bryan Willett, Chief Information Security Officer at Lexmark, joining Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello to explore how organizations can navigate the trade-offs between cloud and on-prem AI deployments—balancing speed to market, cost efficiency, and the protection of sensitive data. Bryan also emphasizes the importance of a stron…

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From DevD, Gangs of Wasseypur, TIFF, Canne Film Festival to Netflix & more ft. Vasan Bala! 1:03:01

16d ago1:03:01

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Welcome to Cyrus Says! Before Monica O My Darling hit Netflix, before Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota became a TIFF cult film, and before Vicky Kaushal became VICKY KAUSHAL — there was Vasan Bala, shooting indie films on the streets of Mumbai with zero budget and maximum madness. In this episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Vasan Bala dives deep into his chaoti…

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Enhancing Drug Safety with AI and Automation Technologies - with Marie Flanagan of IQVIA 22:12

15d ago22:12

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Today’s guest is Marie Flanagan, Director of Product Management in Digital Projects and Solutions at IQVIA. Marie returns to the program to unpack how AI and automation technologies are transforming drug safety workflows. Together with Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello, she shares how IQVIA uses natural language processing (NLP) built on saf…

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Building Trusted AI Systems in Financial Services From Strategy to Scale - with Zar Toolan of Edward Jones 27:23

16d ago27:23

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Today’s guest is Zar Toolan, General Partner and Head of Data & AI at Edward Jones, joining Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello to explore how AI can be strategically aligned with corporate goals in financial services. Zar shares his perspective on overcoming barriers to AI adoption, the critical build-versus-buy-versus-partner decisions, and the h…

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Muzaffar Ali Reflects on Rekha, Poetry & the Rebirth of Umrao Jaan | Cyrus Says 57:03

18d ago57:03

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Legendary filmmaker Muzaffar Ali joins Cyrus Says for a deeply nostalgic and insightful conversation around the re-release of his classic film Umrao Jaan – digitally restored 44 years after its original release. In this episode, Muzaffar Ali opens up about: The painstaking process of restoring Umrao Jaan, supported by the Government of India’s heri…

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Ep 423: Minar Pimple's Life in Social Work 9:24:54

18d ago9:24:54

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He founded the iconic organisation Yuva 50 years ago when he was in his early 20s, pioneered social work in India, and went on to drive change for the UN and Amnesty. Minar Pimple joins Amit Varma in episode 423 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about his life, his learnings and the ceaseless tumult in our society. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO …

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Coldplay Kiss Cam Scandal, Bumrah vs Starc & Tesla in India | Cyrus Says AMA ft. Antariksh Takkar 40:51

20d ago40:51

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🚨 This week on Cyrus Says, Cyrus is joined by the ever-hilarious Antariksh Takkar for a no-holds-barred AMA episode—and it’s pure chaos in the best way possible! 🎙️ 🔥 We kick things off with the Coldplay concert scandal that’s breaking the internet — an astronomer CEO and HR chief caught cuddling on the Kiss Cam (hello, Andy Byron & Kristin Cabot 👀…

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Scherezade Shroff aka Sherry's Story | YouTube, Marriage, Travel! 1:02:48

22d ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Join us for a fun and insightful episode of Cyrus Says featuring Scherezade Shroff—aka Sherry Shroff—one of India’s pioneering content creators. In this engaging conversation, Sherry opens up about her journey from being a model to becoming one of the country’s earliest YouTubers, back when shooting on a webcam and uploading videos was still a nove…

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How AI Partnerships Make Security a Strategic Advantage - with Bryan Willett of Lexmark 19:20

21d ago19:20

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Today’s guest is Bryan Willett, Chief Information Security Officer. Bryan discusses how organizations can shift security from a reactive compliance task to a strategic advantage by leveraging AI partnerships and transparent communication. He explains how proactive security packages and AI-driven tools streamline vendor due diligence and RFP respons…

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Responsible AI That Scales Across Customer Workflows - with Miranda Jones of Emprise Bank 22:49

22d ago22:49

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Today’s guest is Miranda Jones, SVP of Data & AI Strategy at Emprise Bank. Miranda returns to discuss the evolving reality of responsible AI in the financial services sector. As generative and agentic systems mature, Jones emphasizes the importance of creating safe, low-risk environments where employees can experiment, learn prompt engineering, and…

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Makarand Deshpande on working with Shah Rukh Khan, Nana Patekar, Dev Patel and his opinions on Theatre, Cricket, Acting & Anger! 1:04:25

25d ago1:04:25

1:04:25

Theatre ka Devta is in the house! In this wildly entertaining and unfiltered episode, Cyrus Broacha is joined by actor, writer, director and theatre legend Makarand Deshpande. From working in the TV show Circus with Shah Rukh Khan to doing plays in Sanskrit, to voicing gangster films like Company, to making his Hollywood Debut in Monkey Man and pla…

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Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize, Poha Hatred & Parsi Cafés AMA ft. Vrushali Samant. 52:06

28d ago52:06

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This week on Cyrus Says AMA, Cyrus is joined by writer, screenwriter, and ex-MTV producer Vrushali Samant for an absolutely unfiltered, nostalgic, and gloriously off-the-rails conversation. Together, they take on a fresh batch of ridiculous (and sometimes suspiciously deep) questions from our listeners — covering everything from international polit…

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Why Service Teams Outgrow DIY AI Solutions - with Neil Bhandar of Generac 36:31

27d ago36:31

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Today’s guest is Neil Bhandar, Chief Data Analytics Officer for Generac. Neil brings decades of experience in artificial intelligence, from academic research to enterprise-scale implementation across manufacturing and financial services. He joins Emerj Managing Editor Matt DeMello to explore the hidden costs of building AI in-house, the risks of ov…

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Inside the AI Playbook for Scientific Discovery and Optimization - with Brian Lutz of Corteva 27:57

1M ago27:57

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As global food demand accelerates, the agricultural sector faces rising pressure to innovate faster, safer, and more sustainably. Today’s guest on the ‘AI in Business’ podcast is Brian Lutz, the Vice President of Agricultural Solutions at Corteva Agriscience, the world’s leading pure-play seed and crop protection company. Brian joins Emerj Senior E…

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Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara Journey | From Rejection to YRF | Cyrus Says 48:29

30d ago48:29

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🎬 This week on Cyrus Says, acclaimed filmmaker Mohit Suri joins Cyrus to talk about his upcoming romantic drama Saiyaara. From his early days hustling scripts, to casting fresh faces and collaborating with YRF, Mohit shares the heartfelt and often hilarious journey of bringing a pure love story to life in today’s action-heavy cinema landscape. 💬 Mo…

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Why Immutable Snapshots Matter for Compliance and AI - with Neil Bhandar of Generac 30:33

1M ago30:33

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Neil Bhandar, Chief Data Analytics Officer for Generac. Generac is a U.S.-based industrial manufacturer that designs and produces a wide range of power solutions—including portable, residential standby, commercial, and industrial generators, along with automatic transfer switches and related accessories. Neil joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew …

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AI for Driving Quality Customer Interactions in Distributor Models - with Joshua Haddock of Herbalife 27:13

29d ago27:13

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Today’s guest is Josh Haddock, Director of Contact Center Technology at Herbalife. Herbalife is a global health and wellness company that develops and sells nutritional products, personal care items, and weight management solutions through a network of independent distributors. With operations in over 90 countries, Herbalife combines direct selling…

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Breaking the Doom Loop in IT Service Management - with Phil Christianson of Xurrent 30:33

1M ago30:33

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Today’s guest is Phil Christianson, Chief Product Officer at Xurrent. Xurrent is an IT service management platform that helps large organizations coordinate incident response and improve system reliability. They serve clients across healthcare, government, and financial services and are known for their focus on post-incident accountability and auto…

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Turning Healthcare Innovation into Real Patient Impact - with Brad Kennedy of Orlando Health 24:17

1M ago24:17

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Today’s guest is Brad Kennedy, Senior Director of Business Solutions Strategy at Orlando Health — a not-for-profit healthcare organization headquartered in Florida. With years of experience leading innovation and patient experience programs in hospital systems, Brad joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello on the show today to explore how health…

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Ep 422: The Past and Present of Cricket 3:00:19

1M ago3:00:19

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Cricket is the most unusual of games with the most unusual of histories -- which can reveal so much about our society and our times. Tim Wigmore joins Amit Varma in episode 422 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss the history of Test cricket -- and how the game is changing today. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1…

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Lauren Gottlieb on working with Tom Cruise, Jennifer Lopez & Tobey Maguire! 1:10:48

1M ago1:10:48

1:10:48

American dancer and actress Lauren Gottlieb joins Cyrus Says and drops bomb after bomb — from working with Tom Cruise on Tropic Thunder, pitching Britney Spears (but choosing JLo), and the time Tobey Maguire fired her! She also reflects on her whirlwind life: from dancing on Glee and So You Think You Can Dance, to shifting to India, doing Jhalak Di…

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Jimmy Boy's Legacy: Mumbai Zombie Plans & Global Comedy | AMA with Shreyas Manohar | Cyrus Says 55:54

1M ago55:54

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Cyrus and Shreyas Manohar return for a chaotic yet insightful episode covering everything from iconic restaurants to superhero hypotheticals. They begin with the news about Jimmy Boy, the beloved Parsi eatery forced to shut down just before its 100th year—only for Shreyas to clarify that the legacy continues across Mumbai in the form of takeaways a…

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From Control Checks to Enterprise Strategy with AI in Audit - with Itumeleng Masunyane of Amicorp 18:20

1M ago18:20

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Today’s guest is Itumeleng Masunyane, Senior Vice President of Internal Audit at Amicorp Group. Amicorp provides corporate management, financial markets, and fund administration services with a strong presence in emerging markets. Itumeleng joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello on the show to discuss the expanding role of AI in internal au…

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How Domain-Specific GenAI-Driven Orchestration Unlocks Value in Secure and Siloed Data Environments - with Arun Subramaniyan of Articul8 29:48

1M ago29:48

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Today’s guest is Arun Subramaniyan, Founder and CEO of Articul8. After earning his PhD simulating jet engines and leading GE's digital twin revolution, he's helping Articul8 build domain-specific AI solutions for the world's most complex industries - from Wall Street to electrical grids and aerospace design. Arun joins us on today’s show to share w…

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Inside the New Era of Loss Prevention with Video Intelligence - with Joe Troy of Amazon 19:34

1M ago19:34

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Today’s guest is Joe Troy, Senior Manager of Site Risk at Amazon. Joe leads efforts to harness AI-powered video intelligence to transform retail security and operational workflows. With extensive experience in risk management and physical security, Joe joins Emerj Managing Editor Matt DeMello to discuss how AI is accelerating investigations, reduci…

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Rudraneil Sengupta on Kushti, The Phogats & The Deadly Side of Delhi. 1:05:41

1M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

In this powerful episode of Cyrus Says, journalist and author Rudraneil Sengupta joins Cyrus to talk about his deeply researched book The Beast Within, which explores the raw, real world of Indian wrestling and the socio-cultural landscape that surrounds it. From the akhadas of Haryana to the rise of female wrestlers like the Phogats, Rudraneil sha…

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AI ROI for Patient Insights and Better Eligibility Rates in Clinical Trials - with Michael Zaiac of Daiichi Sankyo 25:12

1M ago25:12

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Today’s guest is Michael Zaiac, Head of Medical Oncology for Europe and Canada at Daiichi Sankyo. Michael joins the platform in a special episode focused on how AI is driving measurable ROI in clinical trials — particularly in eligibility and driving diversity in patient populations. Their conversation explores how life sciences teams are applying …

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Smarter Compliance Through Transparent AI Deployment - with Miranda Jones of Emprise Bank 19:44

1M ago19:44

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Today’s guest is Miranda Jones, SVP Data & AI Strategy Leader at Emprise Bank, to explore how banks can design AI systems that balance compliance obligations, customer expectations, and employee experience. Miranda unpacks why explainability shouldn’t be an afterthought—and how embedding transparency into AI workflows helps institutions avoid costl…

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How AI is Orchestrating the Insurance Supply Chain - with Marc Fredman of CCC Intelligent Solutions 23:59

1M ago23:59

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Today’s guest is Marc Fredman, Chief Strategy Officer at CCC Intelligent Solutions. Marc joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella to discuss how leading insurers are using AI to manage growing complexity across the insurance supply chain — from vehicle damage assessment to claim settlement and subrogation. He breaks down where AI is alr…

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Keeping the Patient Voice in De-Identified Data Models - with Brad Kennedy of Orlando Health 24:44

1M ago24:44

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Today’s guest is Brad Kennedy, Senior Director of Business Solutions Strategy at Orlando Health. Brad joins Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello to explore what it takes to implement AI across a complex care environment. From improving patient experience to easing clinician burdens, Kennedy highlights the need for precision, transparency, and collab…

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Ashish Vidyarthi on: 300+ Films, Fear, Food & Finding Freedom! 1:06:49

1M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

In this deeply honest and entertaining episode of Cyrus Says, veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi returns to the studio — not just as a performer, but as a storyteller, stand-up comic, and motivator. He opens up about how fear shaped his life, how language and theatre gave him wings, and how he's embraced reinvention in every season of his journey. Cyru…

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AMA with Siddhartha Shetty | Cyrus Says 1:00:29

1M ago1:00:29

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In this hilarious and candid episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with stand-up comedian Siddhartha Shetty, blending sharp comedy with relatable life stories. The conversation dives into Sid’s rise as a comedian while balancing a full-time corporate job in construction equipment sales, and how he keeps his natural Mumbai charm on stage. From …

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Transforming Care Management and Disease Management Workflows with Agentic AI - with Raheel Retiwalla of Productive Edge 24:11

1M ago24:11

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Today’s guest is Raheel Retiwalla, Chief Strategy Officer at Productive Edge. Productive Edge is a digital transformation consultancy specializing in healthcare that helps payers, providers, and health tech companies use data to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve outcomes. Raheel returns to the program to outline how agentic AI is hel…

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Apoorva Lakhia on Lagaan Secrets, 10,000 Extras & Bollywood’s First Call Sheet! 1:09:16

1M ago1:09:16

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In this action-packed episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia takes us through his incredible journey — from the chaos of managing 10,000 extras on the set of Lagaan to leaving Aamir Khan behind as the production bus drove off in Bhuj. Apoorva opens up about how he brought Hollywood-style discipline to Bollywood, sharing hilarious and inten…

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