Product Talk

Surbhi Kaul is a bit of an inspirational enigma. Growing up in an environment with minimal exposure to computers, gadgets, and other tech, she still became a leading figure in the AI and ML field. Where does she see AI and ML's role in today's society and where is it heading? From programs recognizing images to self-driving cars, Surbhi Kaul's perspective is one you don't want to miss out on. Especially with her role as Head of Product & Sr. Director at Juniper Networks.

The path towards a career in product management is never straightforward. On this show we've spoken to many product leaders about their career trajectories and past professional experience. How can the skills acquired in a PhD program overlap with the skills needed for a career in product management? As part of our High Velocity R&D series, Zsofia Magarian, Head of Product at Ginkgo Bioworks, discusses how she is applying her PhD skills to her product career.

The world of product is full of stellar technology and innovation that truly deserves worldwide recognition. However, every now and then there is a product out there that does not meet everyone's expectations, yet it still manages to thrive. This prompted someone to ask, why doesn't the best product always win? As part of our The Feature is Now the Operating System Series, Christina Lucey interviews Quibb Founder, Sandi MacPherson, on why the best products don't always win.

Technology has enabled us to be more connected to everything that's going on in the world. That said, it's easy for us to get overwhelmed with never-ending notifications - distracting us from getting things done and staying focused. How can we manage workplace distractions while staying on top of everything? In this special Book du Jour episode, Bestselling Author Nir Eyal shares insights from his new book "Indistractable" on how to take control of your day and mitigating the effects of rings/pings/dings.

More than ever, AI/ML technology is making an impact on how we interact with products that we use every day. From voice-enabled commands to learning assistants, everyday tools are smarter and more interactive. That said, it's important to understand how data plays a role in building these products and ultimately provide true value to users. What impact does data input have in making products "smarter" - and how do we analyze overall performance? As part of our Tech du Jour series, Credit Suisse CEO Jacob Sisk talks about how AI/ML is making an impact on people's everyday routine and how product managers can utilize "smart functionality" to deliver value at scale to users.

Access to healthcare resources is rapidly changing through innovations in mobile apps and testing practices. Unlike other products, there is no margin for error in delivering quality health information and results. It's one thing to build great products - but how do you build quality health products at scale? As part of our High Velocity R&D series, Modern Fertility CEO Afton Vechery talks about personalized health products and infusing science into product development - exploring the overall impact on the product lifecycle & how to interact with users.

AI is often seen as a solution that replaces humans with automated solutions. However, the expansion of augmented AI has changed the game for how this technology can enhance user experiences. How can AI technology amplify everyday experiences that enhance how people look at the world? As part of our Tech du Jour series, CognitiveScale Product VP Jon Richter talks about the early days of Watson being used on Jeopardy to its current applications in making a difference for how people see the world.

In today's tech world, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to re-define how we build products and their overall performance. That said, these products are only as effective as the humans who build them. When building AI products, how do you leverage the right data and insights to drive results? As part of our Tech du Jour series, Capital One Managing Product VP Margaret Mayer talks about AI's impact on fintech, the finer points of machine learning & what defines great products.

Most people assume that designers and "creatives" represent a small portion of the population. However, the opposite is true when you enable creativity through interactive processes. What happens when product design becomes democratized and everyone gets involved? As part of our Diverse Voices series, Authentic Design Founder Surya Vanka talks about the impact of design swarms - from breaking down traditional product barriers to solving problems at scale.

The rise of artificial intelligence or AI is impacting how products are made and their overall capacity for learning. That said, it can be difficult to understand its overall impact. What do we know about AI's capabilities - and where are we still figuring it all out? As part of our Tech du Jour series, Jane.ai Founder David Karandish talks about AI's impact on software, where it's most over-hyped and how product teams should evaluate its potential for their roadmap.