In Episode 61, Jon Hansen and I continue our in-depth exploration of collaboration and interconnectedness, examining how organizations can transition from reactive to proactive thinking.
In Episode 60, I sit down with my colleague Jon Hansen, a procurement expert with over 40 years of experience, to explore why organizations struggle with collaboration and communication.
Episode 60: “On Communication and Collaboration” – Jon Hansen Read More »
In Episode 59, David Flesh and I complete our discussion on navigating economic uncertainty. Our conversation addresses how to transform fear-driven reactions during economic storms into strategic opportunities
Episode 59: “Getting Beyond Fear” – David Flesh, Part 3 Read More »
In Episode 58, David Flesh and I continue our discussion on navigating economic uncertainty, focusing on practical strategies for IT leaders
Episode 58: “Crafting Practical Responses” – David Flesh, Part 2 Read More »
In Episode 57, I sit down with David Flesh, founder of DCF Consults and veteran IT leader with over 30 years of experience.
Episode 57: “Navigating Economic Storms” – David Flesh, Part 1 Read More »
In today’s episode, we’re diving into an issue that affects millions but is often framed too narrowly: the rising cost of a college education in the United States. Given recent events, I wanted to take some time to explore the dramatic transformation of American higher education from an accessible pathway to opportunity in the 1970s
Episode 56 — The Rising Cost of Higher Education: A Vanishing American Promise Read More »
We made it! Not that I had any doubts about it.
Episode 55: “AI: Getting Philosophical” – James Finister, Part 4 Read More »
Well, we’ve made it to the penultimate episode with James, where we’re diving deeper into risk.
Episode 54: “AI: Risky Business?” – James Finister, Part 3 Read More »
In this continuation of our conversation, James and I explore the practical implications of AI ethics in organizational contexts.
Episode 53: “Emulated Empathy” – James Finister, Part 2 Read More »
In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking with my longtime friend and colleague James Finister on the topic of AI and Ethics.
Episode 52: “The Ethics of AI” – James Finister, Part 1 Read More »
In this episode, we’re finishing up my conversation with my long-time friend and collaborator Tracy Berry on competitive intelligence.
Episode 51: “The Wrap Up” – Tracy Berry, Part 3 Read More »
In this episode, I continue my conversation with my long-time friend and collaborator Tracy Berry on competitive intelligence and how to get a program started.
Episode 50: “Getting Started with CI” – Tracy Berry, Part 2 Read More »
In this episode, kengon talks with his long-time friend and collaborator Tracy Berry on competitive intelligence and why it’s more important today than ever.
Episode 49 — “Competitive Intelligence” — Tracy Berry Read More »
In this episode, I’m taking the opportunity to discuss a new area of research—the Framework Lifecycle Assessment Model. This is a structured approach to systematically assessing where frameworks sit in their natural evolution. I look forward to hearing about whatever questions you might have. Look for more information from me soon. If you’re interested in
Episode 48 — Framework Lifecycle Assessment Model Read More »
IIn this episode kengon finishes up his conversation with Bruce Daley, talking about LLMs, output veracity, and the growing need for AI literacy in the workplace.
Episode 47 — “AI Literacy” — Bruce Daley, Part 2 Read More »
In this episode kengon talks with Bruce Daley about life as an analyst, what it’s like to be the founder of an AI startup, and why he’s enthusiastic about LLMs
Episode 46 — “AI: If You Build It, Will They Come?” — Bruce Daley Read More »
In this episode, kengon talks with Leonard Goffe about all things Analyst Relations and also where it intersects with AI, including some guidance for those who may be interested in getting started in this field.
Episode 45 — “AR Meets AI” — Leonard Goffe Read More »
Organizations have been using frameworks like ITIL, DevOps, Agile and other similar offers for decades. We’ve not had a means of determining whether or not they are keeping pace with what’s happening in the marketplace and whether they’re meeting the needs of the constituents they serve. In this episode, Kengon takes some time to discuss
Episode 44 — Kairos Learning: Driving Proactive Skill Development Read More »
In this episode, we’re completing the conversation with Matt Stamper and we talk about terms of service, privacy policy, the use of Deepfakes and a whole lot more!
Episode 43 — “Legal Stuff and Deepfakes, Oh My!” — Matt Stamper, Part 3 Read More »
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Matt Stamper and we talk about the role of policy in the modern organization, the impact of social media, and how we can better manage our “Digital Exhaust”
Episode 42 — “Digital Exhaust” — Matt Stamper, Part 2 Read More »
This episode marks the start of Season 2 of Esoteric Curiosities! YAY!!! In this episode kengon talks with Matt Stamper about the risks associated with TikTok and its implications for individuals, organizations, and the United States.
Episode 41 — “The Tick Tock on TikTok” — Matt Stamper Read More »
In this episode, I finish up my conversation with Alan Nance about Experience Level Agreements (XLAs). I’m excited for you to hear the conclusion of it. In other news, this also marks the end of Season 1 of the podcast! Season 2 will start shortly, so stay tuned 😉
Episode 40 — “On XLAs…” — Alan Nance, Part 2 Read More »
In this episode, I talk with Alan Nance about Experience Level Agreements (XLAs). This is one of those conversations I’ve wanted to have for quite a while, and I’m stoked to be able to share it with you! 🙂 UPDATE: There was an issue with the link to the player. It’s now fixed. Apologies for
Episode 39 — “On XLAs…” — Alan Nance Read More »
In this episode, I take on the challenge of examining RTO mandates. What the first and second order impacts are and what we should do about it. Listen to the episode now [Open the player page] Resources
Episode 38 — “To RTO or not RTO…” Read More »
In this episode, I finish up our conversation with John McArthur on his “Big Pivot” from working in tech to driving innovation in music.
Episode 37 — “Being Of Service” — John McArthur, Part 2 Read More »
In this episode, kengon talks with John McArthur about making a significant career transition out of high-tech and into professional music. Listen to gain some insight into how it might help you make “The Big Pivot”
Episode 36 — “And now for something completely different…” — John McArthur Read More »
In today’s episode, we’re finishing up our conversation with Greg Sanker about GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance), complexity, form, music, and a whole lot more!
Episode 35 — “Form Frames Function” — Greg Sanker, Part 2 Read More »
In today’s episode, we’re talking with Greg Sanker about governance, risk, and compliance, especially as it relates to AI.
Episode 34 — “AI: Govern This!” — Greg Sanker Read More »
In today’s episode, we’re wrapping up the conversation (for now, at least) with Doland White on leadership. I’m not quite sure how it happened, but there’s a lot of good stuff packed into this one episode. I hope you take full advantage of it!
Episode 33 — “Up, Down, and All Around” — Doland White, Part 2 Read More »
In today’s episode, I’m pleased to introduce you to my long-time friend and colleague Doland White. The topic is leadership. In my view, there’s never been a more important time to have conversations about leadership. It’s one of the reasons I chose this title for the episode!
Episode 32 — “Leading In Turbulent Times” — Doland White [Updated] Read More »
