Best Disrupting Disaster Podcasts (2025)

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Briony Rogers on resilient communities, systems change, and fire to flourish 35:24

8d ago35:24

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In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Professor Briony Rogers, based at Monash University’s Sustainable Development Institute. Briony is CEO of Fire to Flourish, a pioneering initiative partnering with fire-affected communities, researchers and philanthropy to co-create a model of holistic support for community-led disaster recovery and resilience…

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Why we keep failing to eradicate this disease 30:02

4h ago30:02

30:02

John Green has spent his career telling stories — through novels, YouTube videos, and educational projects like Crash Course. Now, he’s on a mission to eliminate tuberculosis: a curable disease that still kills more than a million people every year. In this episode, Green joins host Jeff Berman to talk about how we could scale solutions to this glo…

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How Finance Teams Can Automate Internal Controls and Stop Data Errors with AI – Ahikam Kaufman 18:10

1d ago18:10

18:10

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) and Glenn Hopper welcome Ahikam Kaufman, veteran finance leader and co-founder of Safe AI, the world’s first platform for financial data governance. Ahikam shares how his experience at companies like Intuit led him to build a solution that replaces manual processes with smar…

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EP63: Functional Medicine: A Smarter Way to Heal with Denise Kruszynski, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC 34:04

2d ago34:04

34:04

Donate for Chronic Fatigue and Long COVID Research today. https://givenow.nova.edu/donations-for-chronic-fatigue-and-long-covid-research/?a=4951638 In this episode, Haylie Pomroy is joined by Denise Kruszynski, Nurse Practitioner at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, to explore functional medicine and how it helps with chronic illnesses. Deni…

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The one trait every leader needs today, with General Stanley McChrystal 28:34

2d ago28:34

28:34

Amid polarization, AI disruption, and eroding trust in institutions, retired four-star general, Stanley McChrystal, argues that what leaders need now more than ever, is character. Head of the business consulting firm McChrystal Group, Gen. McChrystal returns to Rapid Response to discuss his new book on the subject of character. From AI ethics and m…

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Replay: Banishing burnout, with Arianna Huffington 37:10

5d ago37:10

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To scale sustainably, founders must not neglect their mental health. Arianna Huffington learned this the hard way after collapsing from burnout while leading The Huffington Post. She talked with host Reid Hoffman about how that wake-up call sparked her next venture, Thrive Global, which helps companies build cultures that prioritize well-being. Wit…

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Lab Leak: Could Smallpox Come Back? 37:53

6d ago37:53

37:53

In 1978 the world is on the brink of declaring victory over smallpox. No cases have been seen for months, and it looks like the end for a deadly, painful disease. When a photographer in Birmingham begins to feel ill, doctors are mystified: it looks like smallpox, but how could she have caught it? As they try to contain the outbreak, questions about…

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Can the oceans solve our carbon removal problems? 29:10

5d ago29:10

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There's been growing research and investment in projects that use the oceans to artificially remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Such techniques involve both a biological and a chemical approach. To date, carbon removal technologies have been largely land-based, using giant air-purification machines, or planting trees to consume and store ca…

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How this first-time founder landed a $630 million exit 30:25

7d ago30:25

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When Ju Rhyu moved to South Korea for a corporate job, she noticed people unapologetically wearing hydrocolloid pimple patches on their faces — on the street, at the office, anywhere. She soon realized no one had cornered the US market yet on this skincare secret, and Hero Cosmetics was born. Rhyu joins host Jeff Berman this week to reveal the less…

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Replay: Bill Gates is ending his foundation — here’s how it began 41:33

7d ago41:33

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Bill Gates announced this week that he will shutter his philanthropic foundation in 20 years – but not before using it to give away $200 billion to fight global diseases. In this archival episode from 2019, he tells host Reid Hoffman the story of how it all started – and how he learned to scale his impact as a philanthropist. In Part 2 of this spec…

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How AI Could Have Saved Macy's $150M and Prevented Financial Disasters – Ahikam Kaufman 35:17

8d ago35:17

35:17

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) and Glenn Hopper welcome Ahikam Kaufman, Co-Founder and CEO of Safebooks AI. They dig into what it really takes to run finance at a fast-growing global company. From building systems that can handle international payroll to staying on top of ever-changing rules and regulatio…

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Musk and DOGE: Inside 100 days of chaos, with WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond 37:06

9d ago37:06

37:06

When Elon Musk stepped into the White House spotlight and brought his DOGE chainsaw, no one was better poised to cover the fallout than WIRED. The tech journalism outlet knew Musk’s playbook from the get-go, from years of covering his companies and his takeover of Twitter. WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond joins Rapid Response to tak…

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"Dangerously Near to Absolute Perfection" 39:04

13d ago39:04

39:04

In 1900, two friends in the flourishing Arts and Crafts Movement in London share a vision: to print the ultimate edition of the Bible. Together they create The Doves Press, and its unique font, Doves. But in their quest to make something beautiful, the friends spiral towards an act of incredible ugliness. For a full list of sources, see the show no…

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YouTube turns 20; and the interesting side of boredom 28:34

13d ago28:34

28:34

YouTube is the second biggest website in the world, containing more than 14.8 billion videos. It's been a huge success, but its public image as a haven for influencers and digital monetisers belies its true character and role. Ryan McGrady from the University of Massachusetts takes us inside the online behemoth. Also, perspectives on boredom, its p…

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Disrupting healthcare job hunting, with Incredible Health’s Dr. Iman Abuzeid 31:43

14d ago31:43

31:43

Dr. Iman Abuzeid didn’t set out to disrupt the healthcare hiring system. But after she began listening more closely — especially to nurses — what she heard was an industry full of friction, delays, and burnout. Fixing that friction became the foundation for Incredible Health, a hiring marketplace now used by more than a million healthcare workers. …

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How Cash Flow Data Helps CFOs Fix Forecasting Using AI-Powered Order to Cash Tools with Carlos Vega 18:38

15d ago18:38

18:38

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) and Glenn Hopper welcome Carlos Vega, fintech founder, investor, and AI enthusiast. Carlos shares his unique path from investment banking to co-founding Tesorio, an AI-powered financial operations platform helping companies optimize cash flow and unlock real working capital.…

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EP62: Transforming Health Through Holistic Wellness with Pallavi Sethi 37:35

16d ago37:35

37:35

Disclaimer: Please check with your personal physician before embarking on a fasting plan. This is not meant for everyone, but on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about INIM’s Research Studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html In this episode, Dr. Jacqueline Junco chats with Pallavi Sethi, Founder of High Living Wellness, to expl…

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Marc Lore wants an AI superapp to plan all your meals 26:04

16d ago26:04

26:04

In his return to Rapid Response, the billionaire entrepreneur, NBA owner, and CEO of Wonder, Marc Lore, told us he plans all his meals with AI – and he loves it. It’s just one part of his vision for transforming our relationship to food and health. His startup Wonder has already acquired Blue Apron, Grubhub and the media brand Tastemade, and he sha…

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Buried by the Wall Street Crash (Classic) 35:59

20d ago35:59

35:59

Cautionary Tales returns with a new episode on May 2nd. Both of the world’s greatest economists, Irving Fisher and John Maynard Keynes, thought they could see into the future and make a killing on the stock market - and then both were wiped out by the Wall Street Crash. One died a pauper, the other millionaire. What does it take to bounce back from…

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Remember the Jevons Paradox! 28:38

20d ago28:38

28:38

We like to think that increases in efficiency lead to greater sustainability – to lower resource use. But from cars to computers to bitcoin, it seems the reverse is true – efficiency stimulates demand. It’s an oft forgotten rule of economics called the Jevons Paradox, and it might explain why the demand for almost everything keeps going up even whi…

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Replay: Frustration is your friend, with Adi Tatarko 34:36

21d ago34:36

34:36

Spring cleaning season is in full swing, and this week, we’re revisiting Reid Hoffman’s chat with Adi Tatarko, co-founder and CEO of Houzz, an online platform for home remodeling and design. In this episode recorded in 2021, Tatarko tells the story of founding Houzz with her husband after their own home renovation project turned into a nightmare. T…

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How AI Cash Flow Automation Helps CFOs Reduce Late Payments and Improve Working Capital - Carlos Vega 38:03

22d ago38:03

38:03

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) and Glenn Hopper welcome Carlos Vega, fintech founder, investor, and AI enthusiast. Carlos shares his unique path from investment banking to co-founding Tesorio, an AI-powered financial operations platform helping companies optimize cash flow and unlock real working capital.…

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From warzones to boardrooms: José Andrés on leadership learned in the kitchen 32:50

23d ago32:50

32:50

As the founder of World Central Kitchen, renowned chef and humanitarian José Andrés has truly mastered the art of leading through crisis. José returns to Rapid Response to share insights from his new book, Change the Recipe — a candid collection of personal stories that doubles as a playbook for navigating uncertainty, breaking rules, and leading w…

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Presenting: You Must Remember This - Alfred Hitchcock 1:06:13

27d ago1:06:13

1:06:13

Here's a special episode from our friends at You Must Remember This. Hitchcock’s most iconic decade— a decade of Technicolor grandeur and peril inflicted on famous blondes—came to an end in 1964 with Marnie, a critical and box office flop which wounded Hitchcock’s ego and left him unsure how to move forward in a changing world. His four final films…

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The power and peril of the optimistic mind 28:38

28d ago28:38

28:38

Human beings have a bias toward optimism, says astrophysicist turned author and editor, Sumit Paul-Choudhury. While we may not always acknowledge it, the power of optimism is what drives our species forward. But beware of the modern craze for "Manifesting" — wishful thinking, no matter how intense, only has impact if it's married to action. Also, w…

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From 3-2-1 to 4-3-2: How Many Backup Copies Are Enough? 11:13

28d ago11:13

11:13

When it comes to protecting your data, not all backup strategies are created equal. In this episode, we dig deep into the evolution of backup best practices — starting with the tried-and-true 3-2-1 method, moving to the more resilient 3-2-1-1-0, and finally unpacking the enterprise-grade 4-3-2 model. We’ll explore why each strategy was created, wha…

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Why happier vets mean healthier pets, with Modern Animal CEO Steven Eidelman 34:46

28d ago34:46

34:46

As CEO and co-founder of Modern Animal, Steven Eidelman is challenging the status quo of veterinary care — an industry long overdue for innovation. In this episode, Eidelman unpacks how Modern Animal is rebuilding the system to better serve vets, pet owners, and their furry companions. With about 600 employees and a rapidly expanding footprint, it’…

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Marco Toscano-Rivalta on human rights, disaster risk reduction, and finding harmony 55:26

28d ago55:26

55:26

Elizabeth speaks with Marco Toscano-Rivalta, Chief of United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) for Asia and the Pacific based in Bangkok. Across his career, Marco has worked with the UN and other international organisations in humanitarian relief, refugee protection, promotion and protection of human rights, justice administration,…

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XDR vs MDR vs EDR vs NDR – What’s the Right Fit for Your Security Stack? 13:45

29d ago13:45

13:45

In this episode, we break down four of the most talked-about cybersecurity technologies—EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response), MDR (Managed Detection and Response), XDR (Extended Detection and Response), and NDR (Network Detection and Response). You’ll learn: How EDR tools provide real-time endpoint visibility and behavioral analytics to detect mal…

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The Financial Fallout of Trump’s Tariffs for Pricing Teams with Karan Sood 42:36

29d ago42:36

42:36

In this episode of Future Finance, host Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) welcomes Karan Sood, a global pricing expert with over a decade of experience in revenue management and pricing strategies. Karan shares his knowledge on the impact of tariffs on global trade and pricing models. He talks about the complexities of tariffs, offering advice on h…

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EP61: The Hidden Health Dangers of Natural Disasters with Theoharis Theoharides 43:48

1M ago43:48

43:48

Learn more about INIM’s Research Studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html Nathalie Sloane welcomes Dr. Theoharis Theoharides, Professor and Vice-Chair of Clinical Immunology, and Director of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine-Clearwater. Together, they explore the often-overlooked health risks associated with natural disas…

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Finding opportunity in volatility, with GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik 30:37

1M ago30:37

30:37

Amid tariff whiplash and the rejuggling of global trade, GE Vernova’s CEO Scott Strazik is finding a way to stay “relentlessly optimistic.” Strazik returns to Rapid Response to share how the company plans to continue its success as one of Wall Street’s top-performing stocks, despite looming supply chain disruption, and an evolving conversation abou…

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StoneFly Secures Veeam Backups & Disaster Recovery: A Game-Changer in Data Protection 22:17

1M ago22:17

22:17

In this deep dive episode, we break down the StoneFly DR 365V, an all-in-one backup and disaster recovery solution that addresses data protection, compliance, and scalability. Whether you're a small business or managing enterprise-level data, this episode explores the key features of the DR 365V, including its hardware options, SCVM software, Veeam…

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“I love being the person who doesn’t know anything” - Why Steven Levitt has swapped academia for podcasting 39:39

1M ago39:39

39:39

20 years ago, a book called Freakonomics became an instant bestseller and worldwide sensation. Tim Harford got his hands on the first copy that Steve Levitt ever signed... and promptly sold it on eBay. In this Cautionary Conversation, the pair are reunited to discuss the Freakonomics phenomenon, why Levitt left the hostile world of academia, and ho…

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AI's "hidden labour" and the move toward a linkless internet 28:37

1M ago28:37

28:37

Artificial intelligence, it turns out, has a heavy human backend — they're called "data labellers"; they mostly live in developing countries, and there are ethical questions about their pay and work conditions. So, why aren't we talking more about them? Also, Google and other search companies have begun replacing hyperlinks with AI summaries. It's …

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The business case for wellness, with Wellhub CEO Cesar Carvalho 31:00

1M ago31:00

31:00

Wellness is no longer just an employee perk — it’s an imperative business strategy. Cesar Carvalho, co-founder and CEO of Wellhub (formerly Gympass), joins host Jeff Berman to make that case and share his vision for the B2B platform providing wellness services and gym access to people worldwide via their employers. Hear why he quit his consulting j…

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ChatGPT Strategy for CFOs to Build Trust in AI Tools and Win Faster ROI in 2025 with Joyce Li 19:57

1M ago19:57

19:57

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper are joined by Joyce Li, a CFA, AI strategist, and former investor. Joyce shares her journey from managing multi-billion dollar portfolios to advising businesses on AI strategy and governance. She offers a thoughtful take on how AI is transforming decision-making, the importanc…

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When powerful law firms don’t defend themselves against Trump, with ex-Skadden associate Rachel Cohen 27:11

1M ago27:11

27:11

Many prominent law firms have recently found themselves in President Trump’s crosshairs. Skadden Arps’ attorney, Rachel Cohen, encouraged the firm to fight the government’s pressure, only to have her attempts rebuffed and to be effectively forced out from the firm. Cohen joins Rapid Response to share her dramatic story, and fears about how the rule…

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Backups, Recovery, and Continuity: Understanding BaaS, RaaS, and DRaaS 11:18

1M ago11:18

11:18

Not all data recovery services are created equal. In this episode, we break down the core differences between Backup as a Service (BaaS), Recovery as a Service (RaaS), and Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS)—three acronyms often confused but with radically different capabilities, costs, and outcomes. We use relatable analogies and real-world exa…

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Immutable Backups: Your Cyber Insurance Lifeline 14:46

1M ago14:46

14:46

In this episode, we dive into the growing link between cyber insurance eligibility and immutable backups. As ransomware attacks become more frequent and sophisticated, insurance providers are tightening requirements—and businesses that can’t prove solid data protection may face steep premiums or outright denial of coverage. We explore: The rise in …

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From Backups to Real-Time Mirrors: Making Sense of Data Replication Strategies 20:04

1M ago20:04

20:04

"Replication isn’t just a technical checkbox—it’s your digital insurance policy." In this episode, we dive deep into the four most common data replication methods—array-based, host-based, hypervisor-based, and network-based—and unpack their unique advantages, limitations, and ideal use cases. Whether you’re safeguarding financial data, powering vir…

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The Old Man and the Wrecking Crew 38:00

1M ago38:00

38:00

When Britain entered its first Covid-19 lockdown in March 2020, many found comfort in evoking the British wartime spirit. A timely hero emerged - Captain Tom Moore, a WWII veteran who walked up and down his garden to raise money for frontline nurses. But when the fundraising switched to a new charity, did anyone think to check where was the money w…

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The roots of techno-authoritarianism 28:38

1M ago28:38

28:38

Does the spirit of the "Futurist" movement live on today in the likes of Elon Musk and America's intrigue of techno-oligarchs? The Italian poet and fantasist Flippo Tommaso Marinetti almost died in a car crash, and out of that experience was born the "Futurist" movement. It went on to inspire the fascism of Benito Mussolini with an energetic emphas…

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How Reid Hoffman’s new company will create cancer cures 30:13

1M ago30:13

30:13

Reid Hoffman shares the inside story this week of his bold new venture to disrupt cancer drug development: Manas AI. He chats with Jeff Berman to reflect on why he co-founded the company, the lessons he’s using to scale it, and what advice he has for fellow entrepreneurs and investors about how to make the most of AI in any industry. Rapid Response…

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AI (Like ChatGPT) Is Disrupting Finance and Reshaping Investment Decisions with Joyce Li 43:53

1M ago43:53

43:53

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) and Glenn Hopper welcome Joyce Li, a seasoned investor, AI strategist, and entrepreneur. Joyce shares her fascinating journey from being a CFA and managing multibillion-dollar investments to transitioning into AI and tech strategy. With nearly two decades of experience, Joyc…

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SEEDing Change in the Next Generation with Special Guest Alice Seelaus 22:30

1M ago22:30

22:30

We are excited to introduce our new series within the SEE Change Podcast dedicated to telling the stories of the next generation of changemakers and trailblazers - Welcome to SEEDing Change with Annie Seelaus. This series will explore the narratives and unique viewpoints of rising Gen Z and Gen Alpha girls and young women who are eager to make a di…

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EP60: The Ultimate Guide to Detoxification with Dr. Jacqueline Junco 38:23

1M ago38:23

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Learn more about our research studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html Disclaimer: Please check with your personal physician before embarking on a detox plan. This is not meant for everyone but on a case-by-case basis. In this episode, Executive Director Nathalie Sloane welcomes Dr. Jacqueline Junco, an integrative medical phys…

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From data breach scandal to AI darling, with Snowflake’s CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy 28:39

1M ago28:39

28:39

It's been a wild few years for Snowflake, from a record-breaking IPO to a plummeting stock price to a data-breach scandal. Sridhar Ramaswamy took over in the heat of the turmoil and helped steady the ship, in part by betting big on AI. Ramaswamy returns to Rapid Response to share lessons from the company's turnaround, including insights behind high…

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Building AI/ML Data Lakes: Why S3 Object Storage Outperforms Traditional Storage 19:45

1M ago19:45

19:45

AI and machine learning (ML) demand massive amounts of data, seamless scalability, and high-speed access—which is why traditional storage solutions often fall short. S3 object storage is rapidly becoming the go-to solution for AI/ML data lakes, enabling organizations to handle vast datasets efficiently and cost-effectively. In this episode, we expl…

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ESXiArgs Ransomware: A Silent Threat to VMware Servers 17:11

2M ago17:11

17:11

The ESXiArgs ransomware attack is a wake-up call for organizations relying on VMware ESXi servers for virtualization. Targeting unpatched and vulnerable systems, this ransomware encrypts virtual machines, leaving businesses locked out of their critical workloads. In this episode, we uncover: 🔹 How ESXiArgs ransomware infiltrates VMware environments…

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