Episodes

  • Human-Centered AI, a Data Science Perspective with Beth Rudden CEO of Bast AI
    Dec 1 2025

    Olga Lagunova, GoTo's Chief Product and Technology Officer, discusses human-centered AI with Beth Rudden, the CEO of Bast AI and former IBM Distinguished Engineer and Chief Data Officer. This episode looks at explainable AI with a data science lens, covering real-world applications in high-stakes fields like healthcare and the importance of transparency in AI systems to ensure real-world use by humans. Together, Olga and Beth also discuss common challenges in AI development, the importance of being deliberate with AI deployments, and how to effectively drive AI adoption. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Connect with Beth Rudden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brudden Learn about Bast AI: https://bast.ai

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    21 mins
  • AI and the Employee Experience with Dan Schawbel, New York Times bestselling author
    Nov 26 2025

    Meredith Hawkins, GoTo’s Chief People Officer, and Dan Schawbel, Managing Partner of Workplace Intelligence, discuss how AI is fundamentally reshaping talent development and the employee experience. In this episode, they dig into GoTo’s 2025 Pulse of Work report. A key finding, 62% of employees said AI is significantly overhyped, but 86% admit they aren't using AI to its full potential. Together, Meredith and Dan dig into the need for adaptability and soft skills like critical thinking, in an AI-integrated work environment. They also explore the future of work with AI potentially accelerating a shift towards remote work, strategies for upskilling employees, and adapting organizational structures to harness AI’s potential. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Follow Dan Schawbel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danschawbel Read GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report: https://www.goto.com/resources/pulse-of-work

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    36 mins
  • Practical AI Adoption and Navigating the AI Gold Rush, with Neil C. Hughes from the Tech Talks Daily Podcast
    Oct 30 2025

    Olga Lagunova, GoTo’s Chief Product and Technology Officer, catches up with Neil C. Hughes—a Top Voice on LinkedIn and producer/host of the Tech Talks Daily podcast. This episode is geared toward business leaders who are looking to adopt AI or are already integrating AI into their organizations. Together, Neil and Olga discuss future-proofing AI projects, avoiding pitfalls, and how to set AI projects up for measurable success. Key insights? Aligning AI with business problems, the critical role that data readiness plays, investing in employee AI training, navigating "shadow AI," and focusing on gradual, measurable wins. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Follow Neil C. Hughes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilchughes Catch Olga on Neil's Tech Talks Daily podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7jcEki77Jrfu2GWSyTu30F?si=WWVLFkWJRTykXRb1M0_NXQ Read GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report: https://www.goto.com/resources/pulse-of-work

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    30 mins
  • How AI is Transforming HR and the Workforce, with Dan Schawbel, New York Times bestselling author
    Oct 1 2025

    Meredith Hawkins, GoTo’s Chief People Officer, and Dan Schawbel, Managing Partner of Workplace Intelligence, discuss the transformative impact of AI on the workforce. They explore how Chief People Officers are adapting to AI's impact on the employee experience and traditional job functions. Together, they discuss GoTo’s 2025 Pulse of Work report, revealing the untapped potential of AI in organizations of all sizes and its impact on the workplace. A key finding, 51% of employees believe physical offices will become obsolete in the future. And 62% of employees prefer AI-enhanced remote work over in-office. The episode also covers AI's role in enhancing work-from-anywhere flexibility, how agentic AI can transform departments like HR, recruiting, and customer care, as well as the importance of AI transparency in the workplace. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Follow Dan Schawbel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danschawbel Read GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report: https://www.goto.com/resources/pulse-of-work

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    31 mins
  • From Hype to Reality, How AI is Shaping Leadership and the Future of Work, with Jacob Morgan
    Sep 4 2025

    Peter Mahoney, GoTo’s Chief Commercial Officer, sits down with Jacob Morgan—five-time bestselling author, TED speaker, and founder of the Future of Work Leaders Community—to explore how AI is shaping the workplace, leadership, and the employee experience. Together, they discuss GoTo’s latest 2025 Pulse of Work report, revealing the untapped potential of AI in organizations of all sizes and its impact on the workplace. A key finding, 51% of employees believe physical offices will become obsolete in the future. And 62% of employees prefer AI-enhanced remote work over in-office. Jacob shares insights on the evolving role of technology for CHROs, the unique challenges and opportunities for small businesses, practical advice for leaders, and why human connection remains essential in an AI-driven world. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Follow Jacob Morgan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobmorgan8/ Catch Peter on Jacob's 'Future Ready Leadership' podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7FSCi9a72IsRNvkiiqUu1Z?si=d2d4397d78bf44a4 Read GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report: https://www.goto.com/resources/pulse-of-work

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    39 mins
  • Defending Against GenAI-assisted and the World's Most Alarming Cyberthreats with Acronis' Cybersecurity Evangelist, Steve Brining (CISSP)
    Aug 1 2025

    This episode covers the latest, most alarming cyberthreats and how Managed Service Providers, business leaders, SMBs, and consumers can defend against them. Joining GoTo's Kim Zupancic is Steve Brining (CISSP), Cybersecurity Evangelist at Acronis, CW3 and a Commanding Officer in the Arizona Army National Guard. Together, Kim and Steve delve into Acronis' Cyberthreats Report, which is based on over 1M unique endpoints worldwide. Steve covers the most common attack vectors, the red flags to look for especially with the rise of AI-driven attacks, how MSPs can position themselves as trusted cybersecurity advisors, and practical tips on staying vigilant. No surprise, the best offense is a strong defense — from everyday tactics, like multi-factor authentication, to the more advanced like GenAI-assisted defenses, deep fake recognition drills, and incident response plans. Knowing businesses aren't the only targets out there, this episode concludes with pro-tips for consumers too. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Connect with Acronis: https://www.linkedin.com/company/acronis Read Acronis' Cyberthreats Report: https://www.acronis.com/en-sg/resource-center/resource/acronis-cyberthreats-report-h2-2024/ Learn about the LogMeIn Resolve Data Protection Suite powered by Acronis: https://www.logmein.com/features/resolve/bdr-software

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    23 mins
  • How AI is Influencing the Job Market, with Zeus Kerravala
    Jul 17 2025

    Peter Mahoney, GoTo's Chief Commercial Officer, discusses how AI is impacting the job market with Zeus Kerravala, Founder and Principal Analyst at ZK Research. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping jobs, with considerations for small and medium-sized businesses. Zeus explains the transformative potential of AI, the importance of re-skilling, and the roles employers and governments can play in this global digital transformation. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Learn about GoTo: https://www.goto.com Follow Zeus Kerravala: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zkerravala Learn about ZK Research: https://zkresearch.com Read GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report: https://www.goto.com/resources/pulse-of-work

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    35 mins
  • How AI is Reshaping the World of Work, with Brian Solis
    Jun 26 2025

    Fresh off the heels of GoFurther, Peter Mahoney, GoTo's Chief Commercial Officer, catches up with Brian Solis, Digital Futurist and Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow, about how AI already is and will radically transform the workplace and human behavior. As a nine-time best-selling author, Brian shares how to rethink your mindset to become the visionary and voice for a future that doesn’t yet exist, a concept covered in his latest book, Mindshift. Peter and Brian delve into GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report, which surveyed 2,500 global employees and IT leaders on AI use and sentiment. Spoiler alert! A key finding, 62% of employees said AI is significantly overhyped, but 86% admit they aren't using AI to its full potential. The episode also covers how business leaders can lead with empathy, and lean into the unknown to unlock AI's transformative potential. Connect with GoTo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/GoTo Follow Brian Solis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansolis Check out Brian's latest book, Mindshift: https://briansolis.com/books Watch GoFurther, a virtual event experience, on-demand: https://www.goto.com/resources/gofurther-event-registration Read GoTo's 2025 Pulse of Work Report: https://www.goto.com/resources/pulse-of-work

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    40 mins