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Modern CTO is the #1 place where technology leaders and CTOs hang out. We live to bring tech leaders value. Listen in on our fun, intelligent and engaging podcast. We hang out with interesting and popular CTOs in Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics + Many more industries. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast. What do you think of the show? Let us know here!

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Recent Guests

Arnie Katz
CPTO at GoFundMe
GoFundMe
Episode: Tech Titans: How to Ask for Help as a Leader with Arnie Katz, CPTO at GoFundMe
Naresh Keswani
Leads the software portfolio in Toshiba's software business
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions
Episode: Inside the Tech Stack Behind the Modern Store with Yevgeni Tsirulnik & Naresh Keswani of Toshiba
Yevgeni Tsirulnik
Leads software line of business at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions
Episode: Inside the Tech Stack Behind the Modern Store with Yevgeni Tsirulnik & Naresh Keswani of Toshiba
Avi Loeb
Harvard astrophysicist; leading the White House UAP Science Advisory Council
Harvard University; UAP Science Advisory Council
Episode: Hunting for Alien Technology with Avi Loeb, Harvard Astrophysicist
Mahesh Guruswamy
COO at Kajabi, former CPTO at Kickstarter
Kajabi
Episode: Is the Specialist Executive Dead? with Mahesh Guruswamy, COO at Kajabi
Justin Fanelli
Department of Navy Chief Technology Officer
Department of the Navy
Episode: Tech Titans: Go From Burnt Out to Fired Up with Justin Fanelli, Department of Navy CTO
Luiz Beling
CEO of Apeel Sciences
Apeel Sciences
Episode: Can this Company Fix America’s Broken Food System? with Luiz Beling, CEO of Apeel Sciences
Connor Leahy
US Director at ControlAI
ControlAI
Episode: Confronting Plummeting Birth Rates & Banning Superintelligence with Connor Leahy, US Director at ControlAI
Daniel Morris
Chief Product Officer at Sinch
Sinch
Episode: Why do 81% of Mature AI Programs Get Rolled Back? with Daniel Morris, CPO at Sinch

Host

Joel Beasley
Host of Modern CTO Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 199 ratings
  • Where the Future of Tech Gets Real

    Modern CTO is one of the most consistent and insightful podcasts out there for engineering leaders and tech-forward founders. The show blends deep technical thinking with relatable leadership lessons, making each episode a high-signal experience. The recent conversation with Phil Tee on agentic AI was a fascinating glimpse into how our relationship with intelligent systems is about to shift, both functionally and philosophically.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YourCTO
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great listen

    Joel is an industry expert and always entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steamuser101010
    United States3 years ago
  • A Must-Listen for Tech Leaders

    Modern CTO, hosted by the knowledgeable Joel Beasley, is a must-listen for tech leaders. Offering timely, relevant discussions, the podcast excels in both content and production quality. Having been a guest, I can attest to Joel's skill in making complex topics accessible and actionable. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bill Tingle
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative fun-to-listen-to

    Joel is a great host, and actually lets the guests speak — easy-to-listen-to shows, short and succinct, with great takeaways. Loved the Sasha episode. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ally Kluge
    United States3 years ago
  • Go To Place For Tech Leaders

    Avid listener of this show, fantastic insight for all tech leaders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sycamorecwis
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Guests consistently share actionable leadership and tech insights.
Hosts ask insightful questions and keep conversations focused on practical takeaways.
Production quality is high and guests are varied, from CTOs to AI governance experts.
The host facilitates candid discussions that balance technical depth with accessible storytelling.
The show is a go-to for tech leaders seeking real-world patterns and frameworks.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tech Titans: How to Ask for Help as a Leader with Arnie Katz, CPTO at GoFundMe
Q: Do you have any good tips on how to ask for help?
The most important tip is to recognize that people want to help you; framing the request in a non-adversarial, outcomes-focused way, citing past contributions, and showing how it benefits the larger community increases the likelihood of support.
Inside the Tech Stack Behind the Modern Store with Yevgeni Tsirulnik & Naresh Keswani of Toshiba
Q: What is the biggest obstacle moving from experimentation to a governed product?
The main challenge is reducing AI hallucinations and establishing governance to ensure repeatable, reliable outcomes as you scale from a POC to a full product across many stores.
Hunting for Alien Technology with Avi Loeb, Harvard Astrophysicist
Q: Why is there a push for higher quality data and sensors from the U.S. government?
Because higher-quality data would reduce ambiguity in identifying whether objects are natural or technologically manufactured, and better sensors would enable more precise distance measurements and characterizations essential for credible scientific conclusions.
Hunting for Alien Technology with Avi Loeb, Harvard Astrophysicist
Q: What is the current thought about the interstellar object 3I Atlas and its anomalies?
Loeb explains that while Atlas shows anomalies such as unusual trajectory and outgassing signals, none of them constitute definitive evidence of technology; the object followed gravity with small deviations and the data is not yet conclusive, but ongoing observations and better sensors may clarify its nature.
Why do 81% of Mature AI Programs Get Rolled Back? with Daniel Morris, CPO at Sinch
Q: Can you tell me about the rollback data and why confidence in AI doesn't always translate to production success?
The data show that many enterprises cross the line into production but fail to anticipate or detect failures early; the real challenge is moving from demo-ready AI to scalable, reliable production with proper guardrails to catch issues before they affect customers.

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Recent guests on Modern CTO include:

1. Arnie Katz
2. Naresh Keswani
3. Yevgeni Tsirulnik
4. Avi Loeb
5. Mahesh Guruswamy
6. Justin Fanelli
7. Luiz Beling
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