Being in a leadership role today is no easy task. With nonstop challenges coming from all directions—technology, global events, workplace culture shifts—it can feel like you're constantly being pulled in opposite directions.

In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw talks with Robert Siegel, Stanford lecturer and author of The Systems Leader, about how managers and executives can lead more effectively during turbulent times. Drawing from real-world examples and research, Robert shares a new leadership approach built for today’s fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

You’ll hear stories from leaders at companies like Nike, Box, and 23andMe—and learn how they manage competing demands like:

Delivering results while also driving innovation

Balancing global strategy with local needs

Showing strength without losing empathy

Keeping up with internal goals and external expectations

Whether you’re a CEO, a CIO, or managing a team for the first time, this conversation will give you a fresh, practical perspective on what modern leadership really requires.

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Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and DALL·E are rapidly transforming how we create images, tell stories, and even build entire comic books. In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw sits down with Michael Todasco — an AI advisor, creative technologist, and visiting fellow at San Diego State University — to examine the explosive growth of AI image generators and the big questions they raise.

Tadasco shares real-world classroom experiences showing how fast AI models evolve, explains how new image generation features are unlocking new forms of creativity, and discusses the legal and ethical issues around AI-generated art styles like Studio Ghibli and Disney characters. The conversation also covers how AI is being used to make pitch decks, logo designs, and slide presentations — sparking a debate about what jobs might be impacted next.

:pushpin: Key topics in this episode:

The rapid evolution of AI image creation tools

Real classroom examples of model improvements

The viral Studio Ghibli trend and copyright concerns

Creating comics and slideshows with AI-generated visuals

Future creative careers in the age of AI

:art: Whether you're a designer, writer, educator, or just curious about the future of creative work, this episode offers insights on where AI is heading—and what it means for human imagination.

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Generative AI is transforming customer service — but are companies ready? In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw talks with Glenn Nethercutt, CTO at Genesys, about the rise of AI-powered chatbots, agent copilots, and the shift toward empathetic, agentic AI in CX. From IVRs that frustrate to AI agents that anticipate your needs, we explore how companies are reimagining customer experiences.

:small_blue_diamond: Where companies fall on the 0–5 scale of AI-powered CX

:small_blue_diamond: Why "chatbot" is becoming a dirty word

:small_blue_diamond: How AI copilots improve customer and employee satisfaction

:small_blue_diamond: The surprising ROI of generative AI in customer service

:small_blue_diamond: What’s coming next: empathetic agents and full automation

If you're exploring how AI is reshaping the customer journey — from automation to augmentation to agentic orchestration — don’t miss this deep dive.

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Insider threats are no longer just about disgruntled employees. In 2025, threat actors are recruiting from within—sometimes using underground "job boards" to find insiders willing to sell credentials, plant malware, or steal data. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw talks with Ryan LaSalle, CEO of Nisos, about how insider threats are evolving and how companies can detect and prevent them.

:mag: Topics covered:

How North Korean IT workers infiltrated U.S. companies remotely

The rise of “polyworking” and fraudulent employment scams

Real-world examples of sabotage and credential brokering

Warning signs of insider threats: mental health, financial duress, disengagement

Why remote and hybrid work has made detection harder

Balancing employee trust with cybersecurity monitoring

:loudspeaker: Don’t miss this important discussion if you work in InfoSec, HR, or IT management.

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Can individuals and organizations still take control of their data — or has the privacy battle already been lost?

In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw is joined by Ron DeJesus, Field Chief Privacy Officer at Transcend (formerly with Grindr and Tinder), to explore the evolving challenges of data privacy, corporate surveillance, and cyber threats.

Topics discussed include:

The long-term impact of data collection by Big Tech and hackers

Why seemingly harmless apps request access to sensitive data

Consumer rights under state privacy laws — and how to exercise them

The potential (and risks) of AI in managing personal data

Whether it’s still feasible to “go off the grid” in today’s connected world

The growing role of transparency, regulation, and digital hygiene

Ron shares expert insights based on years of operational experience in privacy, offering actionable advice for both individuals and businesses looking to navigate a more complex digital landscape.

If you care about digital rights, data security, and where privacy is headed, this is an essential conversation.

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