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The Boston Quantara Podcast
Boston Quantara
24 episodes
1 month ago
In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, Lewis sits down with Sai Guduguntla, co-founder and CEO of YC-backed Hyperbound, exploring how their innovative outbound training tools and why enterprise customers are flocking to a seed startup! We dive deep into: What makes Hyperbound’s unique in today’s crowded sales tech stackHow sales teams are using it day-to-day to drive performanceWhy personalization and real objection handling repetition is the secret to avoiding robotic, spammy outrea...
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In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, Lewis sits down with Sai Guduguntla, co-founder and CEO of YC-backed Hyperbound, exploring how their innovative outbound training tools and why enterprise customers are flocking to a seed startup! We dive deep into: What makes Hyperbound’s unique in today’s crowded sales tech stackHow sales teams are using it day-to-day to drive performanceWhy personalization and real objection handling repetition is the secret to avoiding robotic, spammy outrea...
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Episodes (20/24)
The Boston Quantara Podcast
What’s Next for Sales Training? Inside Hyperbound’s AI-Driven Approach With Co-Founder Sai Guduguntla
In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, Lewis sits down with Sai Guduguntla, co-founder and CEO of YC-backed Hyperbound, exploring how their innovative outbound training tools and why enterprise customers are flocking to a seed startup! We dive deep into: What makes Hyperbound’s unique in today’s crowded sales tech stackHow sales teams are using it day-to-day to drive performanceWhy personalization and real objection handling repetition is the secret to avoiding robotic, spammy outrea...
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4 months ago
29 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Title: Blending Sales, Product & AI: A New Era of Go-to-Market with Jonathan Fritz
In this episode, we dive into the evolving role of AI in shaping modern go-to-market strategies. Our guest, Johnathan, draws on deep experience working with early-stage founders and revenue teams to explore how AI can amplify customer insight, break down silos between product, marketing, and sales, and blend product-led growth with traditional sales-led approaches. We unpack the real impact of AI on sales reporting, decision-making, and early-stage metrics—plus how founders can avoid common p...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
The Problem with Geospatial Tech (and Why It's Not Just a Map)
In this episode of The Boston Quantara Podcast, we sit down with Research Director Ryan Kmetz to unpack the hidden challenges, false assumptions, and missed opportunities in the world of geospatial technology. We dig into: Why "geospatial" is often misunderstood (and misused)The operational blind spots in traditional mapping toolsEnvironmental Justice ApplicationsDemocratizing Geospatial IntelligenceAnd how innovation often gets stalled by overpromises and under-deliveryThis is a conversation...
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5 months ago
38 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
AI Agents in Finance: Risk, Governance & Accountability with Yiannis Antoniou
In this episode, Damian Speirs is joined by Yiannis Antoniou , CTO and co-founder of Lydatum, to explore the emerging world of AI agents in financial services. As generative AI moves beyond chatbots and into “agentic” systems that make real decisions and take autonomous action, the industry faces urgent questions about risk, governance, and control. They discuss why traditional AI governance is no longer enough, how agentic systems create new types of operational and compliance risk, and what...
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5 months ago
44 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
When Simplicity Becomes Revolutionary: Emily Smith's Vision for Inclusive Tech
Have you ever watched someone struggle with technology and wished there was a simpler way? That's exactly the challenge Emily Smith set out to solve when she founded SideNerd, a revolutionary platform that turns text messages into powerful user interfaces. Emily's journey through a decade in data and marketing technology led her to a crucial insight: while many people—particularly older volunteers at nonprofits—struggle with downloading apps, creating accounts, and navigating complex interfa...
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6 months ago
24 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
From Voice to Value: Inside the Startup Making AI Agents Smarter
In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Wu, founder of Leaping AI, to explore how his team is building self-improving voice agents that go beyond scripted responses—and actually learn from every interaction. Kevin shares the inside story of launching Leaping AI, the challenges of training conversational models in the real world, and what it takes to turn cutting-edge AI into a scalable, valuable product. We dive into the startup grind, the tech behind continuous learning in AI agents, and the...
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6 months ago
17 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Guardrails & Gains: How to Keep Autonomous Finance Safe, Ethical—and Profitable
When power grids flicker and trading algorithms hum, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Host Damian Speirs sits down with Lydatum CTO Yiannis Antoniou to untangle the toughest question in financial-services AI: how do you sprint toward innovation without tripping over governance? From the recent Iberian-Peninsula blackout scare to embedding fiduciary duty directly into autonomous agents, they cover risk tiers, real-time monitoring, human-in-the-loop design, and why global standards can’t co...
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7 months ago
36 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Building Responsible Governance and Managing the Risk of AI Agents in Financial Services with Yiannis Antoniou
AI agents are no longer just chatbots—they’re autonomous “digital workers” capable of executing transactions, running workflows, and making decisions that move real money. In this episode of The Boston Quantara Podcast, host Damian Speirs sits back down with Yiannis Antoniou —founder & CTO of Lydatum—to unpack what that leap means for banks, insurers, asset managers, and every highly regulated corner of finance. 🔗Find out more about Lydatum: www.lydatum.com
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7 months ago
35 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Beyond the Hype: What AI Can and Can’t Do for Healthcare with Riccardo Baron
How can AI transform healthcare while maintaining trust, efficiency, and affordability? In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, host Marcus speaks with Ric Baron, VP of AI at Codoxo, about the evolving role of AI in health tech, the challenges of integrating AI into healthcare systems, and how AI-driven innovations can reduce costs and improve patient outcomes. Ric shares insights on leading AI engineering teams, navigating the fast-changing AI landscape, and balancing short-term...
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9 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Generative AI in Finance: Opportunities, Challenges, and Ethics with Yiannis Antoniou
AI is transforming financial services, but how do businesses balance innovation with governance and ethics? In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, host Damian Speirs speaks with Yiannis Antoniou, Founder and CTO of Lydatum (https://www.lydatum.com/), about the evolving role of AI in finance, the importance of data governance, and how organizations can navigate AI adoption responsibly. Yiannis shares insights from his 25 year-career in Data, AI, Cloud and financial services technology...
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9 months ago
38 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
The AI and Automation Revolution: Aneesh Gupta on Efficiency and Innovation
AI and automation are reshaping the way businesses operate - but how do we strike the right balance between efficiency, governance, and ethics? In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, host Damian Speirs speaks with Aneesh Gupta, Founder and Managing Director of Centelli, about the evolving role of AI in intelligent automation. Aneesh shares his journey from SAP consulting to leading AI-driven productivity solutions, discussing how businesses can free up employees for more meaningful w...
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10 months ago
35 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Automation in 2025: AI, RPA, and the Future of Work with Tim Olsen
In this episode of The Boston Quantara Podcast, host Damian Speirs sits down with automation expert and Co-Founder of EASi AI Tim Olsen to discuss the evolving landscape of Intelligent Automation, RPA, and AI in 2025 and beyond. Tim shares insights on the major players in automation, including UiPath, Power Automate, and Blue Prism, and explores the rise of agentic AI and its impact on business operations. The conversation also covers critical challenges such as rising software costs, governa...
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10 months ago
25 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Balancing AI Innovation and Governance with Johanna Ottolinger
How can businesses innovate with AI while ensuring ethical governance? In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, Damian speaks with Johanna Ottolinger, an AI governance and pre-sales expert with over two decades in tech. They explore the evolving landscape of AI governance, the impact of regulations like GDPR and the EU AI Act, and the role of governance in fostering transparency, accountability, and ethical AI adoption. Johanna also shares insights on her work with Women in Tech (WIT) ...
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10 months ago
39 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
AI vs. Automation: The Future of Intelligent Business with Denis Dennehy
In this episode of The Boston Quantara Podcast, host Damian Speirs sits down with Denis Dennehy, COO of FD Intelligence, to explore the evolving landscape of AI and intelligent automation. Denis shares insights on the similarities and differences between delivering AI and automation projects, the rapid advancements in AI-driven tools, and the challenges of setting realistic expectations for customers. They also discuss how businesses can successfully integrate AI services in 2025, the increas...
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10 months ago
17 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
LIVE episode: Building ethical Centers of AI Excellence with Igor Jabolokov and Pamela Gupta
As global AI regulations tighten, compliance is no longer just a legal requirement—it’s a strategic advantage. But how can organizations navigate risk management without stifling innovation? In this live episode, we go beyond the basics of AI governance to explore the real-world impact of Centers of Excellence (COEs), uncover hidden risks businesses often overlook, and discuss how to build AI teams that prioritize ethics and accountability. Join us as we speak with Pamela Gupta, CEO & Co...
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10 months ago
54 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
AI, Biotech, and Leadership: David Danko, CTO of Biotia, on Innovation in Healthcare
In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, we sit down with David Danko, CTO of Biotia, to explore how AI and machine learning are transforming the field of biotech and clinical diagnostics. David shares his journey from computational biology to AI leadership, discusses the challenges of applying AI in healthcare, and reveals key lessons from his career— including the importance of mentorship, communication, and aligning AI projects with real-world impact. We also dive into Biotia’s cutt...
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10 months ago
45 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
AI, Fatigue, and the Future of Work: Yujie Wang on Innovation and Risk Management
In this episode of The Boston Quantara Podcast, we sit down with Yujie Wang, CEO and founder of Vocadian, a Boston-based health tech startup tackling workforce fatigue in high-risk industries like trucking, mining, and aviation. Yujie shares his journey from hackathons to leading an AI-driven company, the challenges of building a startup in the AI space, and how Vocadian is using speech analysis to predict and prevent fatigue-related risks. We also explore the broader implications of AI adopt...
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11 months ago
37 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
LIVE episode: Upskilling Responsible AI Teams with Xiaochen Zhang
With the risks of non-compliance, litigation, and mounting workloads falling to non-specialists, upskilling your AI teams has never been more important.... Listen to our first ever live episode from our series of online events, AI Governance LIVE. Hosted by AI Ethics and Policy leader Ben Christensen, the session dives into the essential strategies for developing responsible AI teams and includes a live Q&A. Hear from Xiaochen Zhang, Executive Director of AI2030 and former Head of Innov...
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11 months ago
49 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
Who’s inside the black box? The path to responsible AI with Ben Christensen
In this episode, we’re joined by Ben Christensen, an AI Ethics & Policy Leader, who dives deep into the principles that should guide responsible AI development. Ben discusses the importance of diversity in AI teams, emphasizing that the people building AI should reflect the demographics of those being represented by it. Ben also highlights the benefits of responsible scaling, showcasing the value of transparency and open criticism in AI development. Drawing from his expertise, Ben shares ...
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1 year ago
21 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
From Resistance to Revolution: AI's Role in Governance and Aviation with Amad Malik
In this episode of The Boston Quantara Podcast, we sat down with Amad Malik, CTO and aerospace innovator, to explore the transformative role of AI in governance, aviation, and beyond. Amad shares insights into the resistance organisations face when adopting AI, from fears of job security to the challenges of ethical oversight. Amad also highlights fascinating developments in urban air mobility and how AI is driving innovation in aerospace, and we examine how businesses can embrace responsible...
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1 year ago
24 minutes

The Boston Quantara Podcast
In this episode of the Boston Quantara Podcast, Lewis sits down with Sai Guduguntla, co-founder and CEO of YC-backed Hyperbound, exploring how their innovative outbound training tools and why enterprise customers are flocking to a seed startup! We dive deep into: What makes Hyperbound’s unique in today’s crowded sales tech stackHow sales teams are using it day-to-day to drive performanceWhy personalization and real objection handling repetition is the secret to avoiding robotic, spammy outrea...