Seamless Podcast with Darin Andersen

Cohosts: • Tim Caulfield, Managing Partner @ The ANTARA Group • Darin Andersen, Principal @ The ANTARA Group

Guest: • John Diamond, Principal @ The ANTARA Group

Episode Summary: In this episode of The ANTARA Edge Podcast, Tim, Darin, and John Diamond dive into how the AI-driven expansion of data centers is reshaping site selection, power sourcing, and development strategy. From utility timelines to onsite generation, modular builds, and global supply chains, this discussion highlights the new playbook needed to build and operate the next generation of digital infrastructure.

Topics include: • The collapse of traditional utility timelines—and how data centers are pivoting to diesel, gas turbines, reciprocating engines, microgrids, and even fuel cells • Modular power plants: rapid‑deployment examples from oil & gas and how they’re influencing data center models • Unit operation models: build‑own‑operate, transfer, and hybrid approaches • Redundancy planning: why N+1 is outdated—now talk is of N+2 and load shedding during generator maintenance • Supply chain challenges: long lead times in power plant equipment, regulatory barriers to onsite generation, and evolving utility relationships • Engineering integration: merging data center “white space” and power plant teams in design/build and operations • Financing shifts: billion‑dollar project checks, VC‑style capital rounds, and the emergence of mega‑project investors • Global expansion: jurisdictional differences (e.g. power‑generator rights), new international markets, and what that means for site strategy • Looking ahead: the rise of hydrogen, ammonia, solar, and wind paired with gas; the critical role of specialist operators; and how flexibility and optionality are shaping site portfolios

Whitepaper: Power Shift — The Energy Crisis Data Centers Can’t Ignore

Cohost & Guest:• Cohost: Tim Caulfield, Managing Partner @ The ANTARA Group • Guest: Tom Caldwell, CEO & CTO of Ecosec Works

Episode Summary:In this episode of The ANTARA Edge Podcast, cohost Tim Caulfield sits down with Tom Caldwell, CEO & CTO of Ecosec Works, to unpack how artificial intelligence is transforming cybersecurity as we know it. With a focus on NIST frameworks, cybersecurity maturity models, and the operational risks introduced by agentic AI, the conversation explores both strategic and tactical shifts facing organizations in 2025 and beyond.

Topics include:• How agentic AI is driving orchestration in cybersecurity operations • The role of AI agents in EV charging infrastructure and national energy resilience • The risks of AI hallucinations, adversarial prompting, and data poisoning • Calls for updating the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to include AI lifecycle and behavior • Why cybersecurity maturity models must now account for AI-readiness and automation • AI as advisor, co-pilot, or co-worker—and its impact on decision making and culture • Global divergence in AI regulation: China’s system control vs. U.S. market-driven models

This episode challenges assumptions, explores the human-machine interface in cybersecurity, and offers a bold look at how organizations must adapt their risk posture for the AI era.

Whitepaper:Update to AI Risk Management into the NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Cohosts: • Tim Caulfield, Managing Partner @ The ANTARA Group • Darin Andersen, Principal @ The ANTARA Group

Episode Summary:In Episode 1 of The ANTARA Edge Podcast, cohosts Tim Caulfield and Darin Andersen dive deep into the escalating race for data center dominance. With hyperscalers building AI factories, edge operators pushing compute closer to users, and power demands reshaping the entire sector, this conversation unpacks the converging forces driving today's most critical infrastructure evolution.

Topics include:• How AI is reshaping hyperscale data center development • The explosive growth in power and physical footprint requirements • Differences between hyperscale, wholesale, colocation, and edge models • What makes CoreWeave a modern hyperscaler—and how it compares to early players like Switch • Why latency, power limitations, and local demand are accelerating edge deployments • The rise of AI factories and the strain on traditional infrastructure • NIMBY pushback, talent demands, and physical security at hyperscale • How AI and automation are changing the future of cybersecurity

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Cohosts:• Tim Caulfield, Managing Partner @ The ANTARA Group • Darin Andersen, Principal @ The ANTARA Group

Episode Summary:In the inaugural episode of The ANTARA Edge Podcast, Tim Caulfield and Darin Andersen lay out the purpose and vision driving the series: a deep dive into the real-world evolution of data centers, uncovering the physical infrastructure powering the cloud and how AI, energy, and digital platforms are converging to reshape it all.

Topics include:• What data centers are—and why they’re foundational to our digital world • A look at hyperscalers, emerging AI factories, and evolving infrastructure needs • The transformation from 2 MW facilities to massive 200 MW+ campuses • The rise of new players changing the game (CoreWeave, hyperscale diversification) • Major U.S. initiatives like the Stargate project and a resurgence of large-scale development • How power, compute, and AI meet at the edge of the network • A sneak preview of upcoming episodes, cohosts, and guest lineups

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Join Erik Caldwell, CEO of MetropolisIQ, and Angela Murrell, Principal, Vertico Labs as we dive deep into the essential elements of launching and scaling a successful startup in today's competitive landscape. This power-packed Mastermind episode covers the critical trilogy of modern entrepreneurship: leveraging AI for competitive advantage, building strategic networks, and securing funding.

What You'll Learn:

• How to integrate AI into your product development process from day one
• Network building strategies that actually convert to business opportunities
• Funding pathways and investor readiness for tech startups
• Real-world insights from successful smart city technology entrepreneurs

Special Focus: SmartCityEDU Startup Competition Erik and Angela provide an exclusive overview of the groundbreaking Smart City startup competition partnership between SmartCityEDU, CyberTECH, City of San Diego, and Cox Communications. Discover how this 10-week accelerator program is designed to:

• Create structured pathways for smart city innovation
• Develop cutting-edge technologies in UAVs, AI, Blockchain, and IoT
• Foster entrepreneurial financial independence
• Retain top talent in San Diego's thriving tech ecosystem

Program Breakdown: Get insider details on Cox Communications' proven startup framework featuring six comprehensive modules spanning gap analysis, market research, pitch development, customer validation, and MVP implementation through agile sprints.

Perfect for: Aspiring entrepreneurs, startup founders, smart city innovators, and anyone interested in leveraging AI and strategic partnerships for business growth.

In this episode, Roman and Alan wrap up the climate change discussion with viewpoints on just what the financial repercussions of embracing green energy would look like, not only for the US, but for the world financial system.

In this episode, Roman and Alan tackle the discussion of just how green is "green energy."

Roman and Alan kick off Focal Point by tackling the big debate on "Climate Change."

In this introductory episode of Focal Point, hosts Roman Valenzuela and Alan Myers discuss the importance of bringing just the facts to the table when delving into hot topics that are dividing in society. This show is not meant to be a debate, but a discussion. Roman and Alan's goal is to demonstrate what's missing is the ability to understand both sides of any story, using just the facts, so that we may find a Focal Point.

Eric and Toni are back in the studio with a new producer behind them, Roman Valenuzela. In this episode, we catch up with the duo as they discuss what's in store for the show in 2021. Topics discussed are the pandemic, the recent inauguarton of President Biden, current events that relate to the reopening of the country and what to expect in the coming months as From a Man's POV evolves in a new direction.