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Join Malcolm Gladwell, author and host of Revisionist History, for conversations with visionary leaders using technology to transform business. Season 7 features innovators from companies like HEINEKEN, UFC, and Nestlé as they explore how AI, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies are reimagining the way they operate and scale. It's a fresh and exclusive look behind the curtain, where ... more

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Earlier this year, IBM and Red Hat launched Lightwell, a $5 billion initiative backed by a force of

20,000 engineers with the goal of securing the open source software that powers a great deal of

modern life — from banks and payment systems to transp... more

As AI adoption accelerates and global regulations evolve, digital sovereignty has shifted from policy concept to board-level priority. In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Malcolm Gladwell sits down live at VivaTech with IBM’s Ana Paula Assis and... more

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When Dr. Lara Jehi began treating epilepsy patients in the 2000s, critical surgical decisions were driven more by clinician intuition and expertise than data. Today, she is a leader of IBM and Cleveland Clinic’s Discovery Accelerator, using advanced ... more

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Most of what happens inside the UFC Octagon is too fast for the human eye to follow. Enter Alon Cohen, Executive Vice President of Innovation for TKO, who has spent 15 years building the data and AI systems that expose the hidden moments that help de... more

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Munish Sharma
Chief Information Security Officer at Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo
Episode: The $5 Billion Effort to help Secure the World’s Shared Software
Gunnar Hellekson
Leads the Lightwell Initiative for IBM and Red Hat
Red Hat
Episode: The $5 Billion Effort to help Secure the World’s Shared Software
Jen Easterly
Head of RSAC and cybersecurity leader with military, government and private-sector experience
RSAC
Episode: The $5 Billion Effort to help Secure the World’s Shared Software
Ana Paula Assis
Senior Vice President and Chair for IBM EMEA and APAC
IBM
Episode: Trust Needs Proof: Who Really Controls Your AI?
Giovanni D'Aniello
Group Chief Information Officer
AXA
Episode: Trust Needs Proof: Who Really Controls Your AI?
Dr. Lara Jehi
Chief Research Information Officer at Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: The Quantum Shift in Biomedical Discovery
Alon Cohen
Head of R&D for UFC
UFC
Episode: Inside the Octagon: How AI Brings UFC’s Fastest Moments into Focus
Surajeet Ghosh
Chief AI Officer at Heineken
Heineken
Episode: Brewing Smarter: How HEINEKEN Is Using AI To Revolutionize Its Global Operations
Jay Gambetta
Director of Research at IBM, focused on quantum computing
IBM
Episode: Unlocking Our Quantum Future

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Malcolm Gladwell
Author and journalist known for narrative-driven nonfiction

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Bandman

    Lockett

    Apple Podcasts
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    Name Bandman
    United States11 days ago
  • Production is Outstanding

    Came for Malcolm (who was brilliant as always, no surprise), however I couldn't help but notice how amazing the production of this show is. As an avid podcast listener, and a self proclaimed "production auteur", this one just seems to click all the right buttons. Beautifully crafted.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Sam3/4
    United States2 months ago
  • A corporate podcast led by a corporate shill

    An incredibly inane podcast designed to convince the listener how integral AI is to corporate workflows. Absolute drivel. Gladwell should be ashamed to be the voice of this.

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    Becs827
    United States4 months ago
  • Hi

    This podcast was very informative. I learnt a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Horse sheet
    United States4 months ago
  • Enjoyed

    Informative, interesting, and entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    gobalulututu
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise Malcolm Gladwell's interviewing and his ability to make complex technology understandable.
Several critical reviews view the corporate framing as promotional, particularly around AI and IBM.
Some listeners enjoy the polished production and the mix of technology with industry storytelling.
Positive feedback highlights engaging guests, informative discussions and accessible explanations for non-technical audiences.
Some complaints focus on repeated advertising and the frequency or tone of promotional messages.

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The $5 Billion Effort to help Secure the World’s Shared Software
Q: Why isn't the open source innovator in the beginning motivated to make the code as secure as possible?
Gunnar Hellekson explains that maintainers may lack security skills or resources, or may become distracted as a project evolves and its maintenance shifts to others.
The $5 Billion Effort to help Secure the World’s Shared Software
Q: Why did Wells Fargo participate?
Munish Sharma says AI-driven changes have created urgency around software maintenance, lifecycle management and operational stability, prompting Wells Fargo to take a different approach.
The Quantum Shift in Biomedical Discovery
Q: What is the practical difference quantum brings to biomedical research beyond speedups?
Quantum enables modeling of complex molecular interactions in ways AI alone cannot, allowing precise predictions for drug-target interactions, especially in rare diseases, by focusing on physical properties rather than relying solely on historical data.
Unlocking Our Quantum Future
Q: How can non-technical roles prepare for the implications of quantum technology?
Scientists need to articulate where they are, and we need discussions in existing forums for AI and classical computing on how quantum can expand possibilities.
Unlocking Our Quantum Future
Q: What safeguards or policies do you implement in your teams to build quantum capabilities responsibly?
At IBM Research, we have developed algorithms that will not be broken by quantum or classical computer, and we are proactive in transitioning from old to new encryption methods.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Smart Talks with IBM

What is Smart Talks with IBM about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Malcolm Gladwell leads accessible conversations with senior executives, researchers and technology leaders about how organizations apply artificial intelligence, quantum computing and data to real-world challenges. Topics range from enterprise security and global operations to healthcare research, sports analytics and environmental restoration, with guests explaining both the technical choices and the organizational changes behind their work.

The format pairs Gladwell's narrative-minded interviewing with practical examples from major companies and institutions, often including their work with IBM. The emphasis is on applied innovation rather than technical instruction: listeners hear how new tools affect decisions, workflows and customer o... more

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