Best Acxiom Podcasts (2025)

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#71 - AI Innovation Versus Regulation | Real Talk about Marketing and Acxiom Podcast 44:08

23d ago44:08

44:08

With a swirl of acquisition news happening in the industry, Zach Van Doren of Acxiom joins the Real Talk podcast to break it all down with hosts Kyle Hollaway and Dustin Raney. They touch on AI topics from the Salesforce acquisition of Informatica and Meta’s bid for Scale AI, to the uncertainty around the direction of legislation and what the next …

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Turning 90 Years of Data into AI-Powered Insights 37:03

6d ago37:03

37:03

Discover how to turn decades of data into a competitive edge, build lasting customer relationships beyond the first click, and apply AI in ways that truly drive impact. Joining us is Vineet Mahajan, CTO of US News & World Report, who shares how he’s led the 90-year-old brand through a sweeping digital transformation. From rearchitecting infrastruct…

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What IT Leaders Can Learn from How the Government Buys Tech 44:04

20d ago44:04

44:04

IT leaders in regulated industries know the pain of navigating outdated, slow procurement systems – especially when critical missions depend on modern tools. In this episode, Bryana Tucci, Lead of the AWS Marketplace for the US Intelligence Community, shares how government agencies are overcoming legacy procurement bottlenecks to access cutting-edg…

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AI in Content Management | Opportunities and Challenges 52:56

1M ago52:56

52:56

Feeling buried under content chaos? You're not alone. Ravi Singh, President and Chief Product Officer at Brightspot, joins us to break down how IT leaders can regain control, cut through AI-generated noise, and build scalable, secure content systems. He shares the secrets behind Brightspot’s success with some of the world’s biggest brands, explains…

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The Future of IT and IT Visionaries 35:08

1M ago35:08

35:08

Meet Chris Brandt, the new host of IT Visionaries. In this special episode, outgoing host Albert Chou passes the mic to Chris—a seasoned Technology Strategist with a passion for connecting bold ideas to real business outcomes. Chris’s career spans startups to global enterprises, from building an EMP-shielded data center deep underground to deployin…

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#70 - The Future of Data Collaboration | Real Talk about Marketing and Acxiom Podcast 52:35

2M ago52:35

52:35

Are you struggling to eliminate friction as data regulations heighten? Noah Levine and Adrian Bolosan join the conversation to discuss cost-efficient innovations in data modernization. Learn from Databricks experts about the zero data movement and the future of walled gardens. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on F…

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#69 - Game-changing Experiences with In-Market Signals | Real Talk about Marketing an Acxiom Podcast 39:52

3M ago39:52

39:52

Jonathan Lucenay and Wally Burchfield join the podcast to discuss how identifying and focusing on active shoppers and their intent signals can drive better experiences for both the consumer and the brand – showing a 5:1 return and increased profits on a transactional basis. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on Face…

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#68 - Driving the Future of Automotive | Real Talk about Marketing an Acxiom Podcast 39:09

4M ago39:09

39:09

Buckle up for a fascinating episode of the podcast with Aaron Shaffer of GM and Janet Cinfio of Acxiom. They examine fascinating aspects of data, privacy, data governance and partnerships needed to innovate marketing strategy and evolve an iconic brand in preparation for its next 100 years. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram o…

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#67 - Telling Stories with Data | Real Talk about Marketing an Acxiom Podcast 41:33

5M ago41:33

41:33

Cecilia Dones joins the podcast to give her views on topics ranging from testing and modeling to the ethics of AI and nuances of consent. Working at the intersection of data, marketing and technology has cemented for her the importance of listening to customers and truly understanding the consumer experience. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twit…

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#66 - The Crashing Waves of AI | Real Talk about Marketing an Acxiom Podcast 56:07

5M ago56:07

56:07

From sensational headlines to practical applications, industry visionaries Chris Perry and Jason Alan Snyder join the podcast to examine the state of AI in marketing today. Huge shifts are underway as brands consider how to apply AI in response to this “year of agents,” regulatory implications and determining what is manipulation versus participati…

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#65 - A Second Look at Cloud | Real Talk about Marketing and Acxiom Podcast 37:58

6M ago37:58

37:58

Change agent and industry veteran Ankur Jain joins the podcast to discuss all things cloud – from composable architecture, clean rooms and modern data sharing approaches to optimizing for AI. He shares smart ways for brands to take a second look at the cloud and leverage its full potential. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram o…

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#64 - How Identity Fuels the Collaborative Future 27:22

7M ago27:22

27:22

Putting people at the center of experiences is what the collaborative future is all about. This podcast explores what is driving this new wave of brand collaboration and what it means for marketers to re-think their approach to seamless customer experiences and how to assemble the solutions and technology to make them happen. Thanks for listening! …

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#63 - Shepherding Data for Seamless Experiences 24:40

8M ago24:40

24:40

The importance of a holistic data strategy, optimizing the marketing tech stack, and being a true behaviorist are all topics we dive into with retail veteran Jesse Blount of National Vision in this podcast episode. He shares his experiences in pulling together all the moving parts of tech investments, personalization and identity capabilities to su…

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Unlocking Success: The Hidden Role of Human Judgment in Data-Driven Marketing 49:04

8M ago49:04

49:04

Are data-driven decisions overrated? On this special roundtable episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom that more data always leads to better outcomes. Our guests, Kevin McEvilly, Andrew Fox, and Mike Della Porta, discuss the pitfalls of relying solely on analytics and the importance of human insight in crafting successful marketing strategie…

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Building a Digital Core for AI Success 44:14

9M ago44:14

44:14

On this episode, Andy Tay, Senior Managing Director, Cloud First Lead Accenture Cloud First, Accenture, discusses the critical role of digital transformation and AI readiness for businesses. He emphasizes the importance of establishing a strong digital core, which includes infrastructure, data strategies, and responsible AI practices, and he shares…

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#62 - Healthcare’s Data-Driven Future 41:01

9M ago41:01

41:01

Listen in as Sonny Dalal shares insights from his two decades of experience in the life sciences/healthcare industry. He discusses the delicate balancing act of a highly regulated industry to fiercely protect patient privacy while also using data and technology to innovate reduce costs, and better serve consumers and healthcare providers. Thanks fo…

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Unlocking the Power of Data with Acxiom 36:01

9M ago36:01

36:01

On this episode, Janet Cinfio, Chief Information Officer of Acxiom, discusses the company's role in marketing intelligence and data management, the importance of balancing privacy with personalized marketing experiences, the need for responsible innovation in technology, and the significance of encouraging diversity in STEM careers. Key Insights: P…

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#61 - How Data and Analytics Drive a Changing Political Landscape 59:25

9M ago59:25

59:25

Heather Philpot joins the Real Talk About Real Marketing podcast to dive into how the political fundraising landscape has changed in the last decade. Data, modeling, and digital platforms have brought a sea change when it comes to voter engagement, identifying likely donors and understanding emotional drivers for constituents. From AI and pending l…

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The Power of Human Intuition in the Innovation Process 48:26

10M ago48:26

48:26

On this episode, Ahmad Bahai, CTO of Texas Instruments, discusses the importance of innovation in the semiconductor industry and the challenges of meeting the increasing demands for faster, more efficient technology. He highlights the need for disruptive innovation to keep up with the exponential growth of data and the widening gap between hardware…

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#60 - Applying the Golden Rule to Marketing 43:20

10M ago43:20

43:20

Acxiom’s Jess Simpson joins the Real Talk about Real Marketing podcast for a fascinating conversation around digital transformation and what it takes to build an enterprise-level intelligence-based strategy. Discover what smart actions are necessary to establish continuity between adtech and martech. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and I…

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Balancing User Experience and Enterprise Requirements 45:44

10M ago45:44

45:44

On this episode, Tony Lambert, CTO of TechSmith, discusses how TechSmith stays at the forefront of innovation by listening to customer needs, conducting research, and staying informed about industry trends. Plus, he explains why TechSmith has invested in content creation roles and how, in the future, video AI may be able to diagram manual skills, t…

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#59 - Data Science That Drives Business Outcomes 46:32

10M ago46:32

46:32

Change Agent Kumar Subramanyam of HP joins the podcast to break the role of data science in driving business outcomes, why activation doesn't matter if you can't measure it, and how to keep an eye toward future customer value. It's a conversation you won't want to miss! Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on Facebook…

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The Challenges of Interoperability and Integration in the DoD 39:33

11M ago39:33

39:33

On this episode, Leslie Beavers, the acting Chief Information Officer for the Department of Defense, discusses the role and responsibilities of the Department of Defense (DoD) in defending the nation. The DoD is responsible for coordinating all IT efforts within the department, as well as warfighting command control and communications. With a budge…

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#58 - Unlocking the Value of Data Clean Rooms 43:31

11M ago43:31

43:31

The adtech/martech landscape is focused on interoperability, composability and collaboration. David Wells of Snowflake joins the podcast to talk all things data clean room including “Franken-graphs,” hyper-scalers and the importance of a data and identity foundation. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on Facebook.…

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How TIAA is Empowering Retirement with Technology 46:01

11M ago46:01

46:01

On this episode, Sastry Durvasula, the Chief Information and Client Services Officer at TIAA, discusses how TIAA uses technology, including AI, to improve the retirement experience for its customers. He also digs into the challenges of integrating new sources of data and the need for companies to reimagine their approach to technology and innovatio…

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#57 - Making the Complicated Customer Connection Easy 30:18

11M ago30:18

30:18

Ted Dixon of Acxiom joins the podcast to discuss all things adtech and partnerships. From working an event like Cannes to the details of packaging data or gaining efficiency with AI, Ted delves into how to know you’re getting it right in adtech. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on Facebook.…

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The Evolving Role of Technology in the Legal Industry 35:07

11M ago35:07

35:07

On this episode, Harpreet Suri, the CTO of K&L Gates, discusses the role of technology in the legal industry and how it is transforming the way law firms operate. She highlights the importance of ease of adoption and security when evaluating technology solutions for law firms, and she shares her insights on the future of the legal industry, includi…

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#56 - Breaking Down Google’s U-Turn on Cookies 35:39

12M ago35:39

35:39

Tune in to this episode of the podcast as hosts Kyle Hollaway and Dustin Raney break down Google’s latest announcement that they will, in fact, not deprecate cookies after all. They will address all your burning questions: What will it mean for the advertising ecosystem? How should brands go forward? What are others in the industry saying? Should w…

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The Inventor of Siri Discusses The Power of AI 54:12

12M ago54:12

54:12

Babak Hodjat, CTO of AI at Cognizant, discusses the impact of advancements in AI and the factors that have enabled its rapid progress, including increased processing capacity, access to large amounts of data, and improved neural network architectures. Babak also highlights the importance of moving to the cloud and leveraging AI to make informed dec…

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#55 - The Many Faces of Data 29:06

1y ago29:06

29:06

Bryan Donovan joins the Real Talk about Real Marketing podcast to discuss the wide variety of data available to marketers, how it can be used to power business, and what it means to have truly ethical data practices. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on Facebook.By Acxiom

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Solving Everyday Problems with Technology 40:54

1y ago40:54

40:54

On this episode, Prince Kohli, the CTO of Automation Anywhere, discusses the evolution of robotic process automation (RPA) and its impact on industries. He shares real-world examples of how RPA and AI have transformed processes and improved efficiency in various sectors, and he delves into the implementation of RPA and AI, data governance, and the …

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The Challenges and Opportunities Surrounding AI 44:26

1y ago44:26

44:26

On this episode, Mark Butler, CISO for Trace3, discusses the impact of AI on various industries, the challenges of AI governance, and the adoption of cloud services. He also delves into the application of AI in different sectors and the implications of cloud migration for companies with legacy infrastructure. Key Takeaways: AI has the potential to …

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#54 - Email in the Interconnected Ecosystem 32:51

1y ago32:51

32:51

The Dark Knight of Identity Jon DeGennaro joins the podcast to discuss the resurgence of email in the world of alternative interoperable identifiers, the future of IP addresses, a national privacy law and how AI is playing into LiveIntent’s current business. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram or find us on Facebook.…

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The Value of Transparency, Innovation, and Customer Experience at Aflac 37:04

1y ago37:04

37:04

On this episode, Shelia Anderson, CIO of Aflac, delves into the use of technology to improve customer service, streamline processes, and enhance the overall experience for policyholders. The discussion also highlights the role of leadership in driving organizational change and the importance of transparency and education in decision-making. Plus, a…

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