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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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If scientists are being entirely honest, is non-human technology already on earth?

Today, we're talking to Avi Loeb, Harvard astrophysicist and head of the government's new UAP Science Advisory Council. We discuss why the hunt for alien life is shif... more

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Recent Guests

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
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
Zach Goldberg
CEO of Gruntwork
Gruntwork
Episode: Where Do We Draw the Line on Letting AI Build? With Zach Goldberg, CEO at Gruntwork
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
Saral Jain
SVP, Head of Engineering at Snapchat
Snapchat
Episode: How Snapchat is Evolving in the Age of AI with Saral Jain, SVP, Head of Engineering
Steve Francis
CEO of Sidero Labs
Sidero Labs
Episode: Why Kubernetes Still Feels So Hard & What to Do About It with Steve Francis, CEO of Sidero Labs
Allyn Bailey
Senior Director of Communications at SmartRecruiters
SmartRecruiters
Episode: Why Does AI Momentum Stall in Large Organizations? with Kyle Lagunas & Allyn Bailey
Kyle Lagunas
Analyst and founder at Kyle & Co
Kyle & Co
Episode: Why Does AI Momentum Stall in Large Organizations? with Kyle Lagunas & Allyn Bailey

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Joel Beasley
Host of Modern CTO; broad tech leadership-focused interviewer

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 198 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 are consistently high-caliber and candid.
Listeners praise actionable leadership insights for tech executives.
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Show is a go-to for tech leaders seeking practical frameworks.

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#228
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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.
Confronting Plummeting Birth Rates & Banning Superintelligence with Connor Leahy, US Director at ControlAI
Q: What is the line between current AI and superintelligence, and why should we ban it?
The guest defines superintelligence as autonomous software vastly more competent than humans across many tasks and argues the line is not precisely knowable due to the profound complexity of intelligence; therefore, a precautionary ban on the development of fully autonomous, superintelligent systems is warranted until we have a clearer understanding and robust safety controls.
From Mammoths to Humans: The Case for Gene Editing with Eriona Hysolli
Q: What is currently possible with gene editing in humans, and what are the delivery challenges?
Today, editing often targets single-gene diseases with delivery limitations to specific tissues; complex traits will require understanding gene networks and reliable delivery methods, with ongoing work to improve precision and safety.

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Recent guests on Modern CTO include:

1. Avi Loeb
2. Luiz Beling
3. Connor Leahy
4. Zach Goldberg
5. Daniel Morris
6. Saral Jain
7. Steve Francis
8. Allyn Bailey

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