Join host Matt Pacheco as he sits down with Manish Khadiya, VP of IT Enterprise Architecture and Cybersecurity at DirecTV, for insights into one of the most complex enterprise transformations happening today—DirecTV's separation from AT&T. With nearly three decades of technology leadership across GE, NBCUniversal, Facebook, and Parker Hannifin, Manish shares how they're building enterprise architecture and cybersecurity functions from scratch while maintaining business continuity for millions of customers. The conversation covers DirecTV's AI implementation strategy that's delivering 15% productivity gains, the unique challenges of vendor relationship management during corporate separations, and emerging technologies like agentic AI and autonomous vehicle entertainment opportunities.

In this episode, we talk to Microsoft MVP Christopher Turner, a seasoned Product Technology Architect at TierPoint. As organizations grapple with VMware's licensing changes under Broadcom, Christopher shares invaluable insights into Azure Local as a compelling alternative for hybrid infrastructure. We unpack the complexities of modern cloud migration strategies, from avoiding the common lift-and-shift trap to leveraging AI for infrastructure automation. Christopher reveals how he's transformed his workflow using GitHub Copilot and AI-driven code generation, comparing working with AI to "managing a toddler" - a metaphor that perfectly captures both the potential and pitfalls of these emerging technologies. The conversation spans critical topics including cloud cost optimization strategies, the realities of cloud repatriation, and practical approaches for migrating legacy applications. Christopher shares hard-won lessons about why many cloud migrations fail and offers actionable advice for organizations seeking to maximize their hybrid cloud investments.

Join us for a conversation with Jeff Barr, VP and Chief Evangelist at AWS, as he takes us on a 23-year journey from witnessing the birth of Amazon Web Services to predicting an AI-driven future where data outlasts applications and ancient languages like Quechua can generate Python code. Jeff shares insider stories about AWS's humble beginnings when EC2's first $10 day felt monumental, reveals his latest experiments with spec-driven development through AWS's Curo platform, and discusses the possibility of orbital data centers becoming reality.

Join host Matt Pacheco as he sits down with Matthew Toussain, Founder and CEO of Open Security and former US Air Force cyber warfare specialist from the military's first specialized cybersecurity class. In this episode, Matthew reveals the shocking reality of cloud security in the AI era—from unsecured S3 buckets that still plague enterprises to the terrifying new world of AI-generated vulnerabilities being created faster than defenders can handle. Discover why the most common cloud breaches still involve basic authentication failures, how Microsoft 365 Copilot is accidentally exposing corporate secrets, and why voice-based AI attacks are about to revolutionize social engineering. Matthew shares exclusive insights from real incident response cases, including a ransomware attack that went from vulnerability disclosure to complete compromise in just two weeks.

Matt Pacheco sits down with Danny Matzlavi, VP of Engineering at Blackhawk Networks, for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of platform engineering. With over 25 years of experience spanning VMware, Nutanix, and fintech, Danny shares how Blackhawk has built a comprehensive platform engineering organization that unifies infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, observability, and SRE under one umbrella. They discuss cutting-edge insights on AI integration in infrastructure operations, cloud cost optimization strategies that can save 20-30% immediately, and Danny's bold prediction that platform engineering will evolve into "platform engineering in a box" within the next 3-7 years. 

In this episode, host Matt Pacheco sits down with Mohit Kalra, CISO and VP of Security at Typeface, to explore the evolving landscape of AI security. Mohit shares how traditional SaaS security principles must evolve to address GenAI challenges, from data governance and model selection to building enterprise trust through transparency. The conversation covers the intersection of FinOps and security, balancing innovation speed with security rigor, and the essential skills security professionals need to thrive in an AI-first world. 

Today Matt Pacheco sits down with Tamanna Sait, VP of Engineering for Cloud at Crusoe, who brings over 25 years of experience spanning IBM's public clouds, Facebook's massive private cloud architecture, and customer-side optimization at Netflix and Airbnb. In this episode, we discuss how Crusoe is pioneering the world's first vertically integrated AI infrastructure platform by harnessing large-scale clean energy sources, including their groundbreaking 1.2-gigawatt Abilene Data Center and fully geothermal-powered Iceland facility. Tamanna shares practical insights on cost optimization strategies that don't compromise reliability, the evolution from traditional cloud to AI-optimized platforms, and leadership principles for building resilient technical teams.

Join host Matt Pacheco as he sits down with Elliott Clark, CEO of Batteries Included and former Facebook infrastructure engineer, for a discussion about why giving developers Kubernetes is like handing them "a spinning ball of razor blades." Elliot shares hard-won insights from seven years at Facebook on cloud cost optimization, why security is fundamentally a human problem, and his revolutionary bring-your-own-compute approach that's democratizing enterprise-level infrastructure for startups and growing companies.  

Today Matt sits down with Ryan Raub, VP of Cloud Infrastructure at SmartRent. From scaling infrastructure that supports millions of IoT devices to navigating the challenges of AWS IoT Core, Ryan shares invaluable insights from his journey from government work to startup leadership. Don't miss Ryan's practical advice on implementing Terraform at scale and his perspective on how AI might transform cloud infrastructure management in the coming years.

Today, Matt sits down with Diego Costa, Cloud and Senior Platform Manager at Nestle, as he unveils the complexities of managing one of the world's largest cloud environments. From orchestrating a team of nearly 100 across multiple time zones to navigating security challenges in the food and beverage industry, Diego shares insights and advice from his 25-year journey in tech. Learn how Nestle approaches multi-cloud strategy, vendor management, and AI adoption while maintaining stringent security measures across global operations. 

In this episode, we discuss Etsy's transformative cloud journey with Danny Daya, Director of FinOps and Cloud Strategy. From orchestrating a massive cloud migration to pioneering innovative FinOps practices, Danny shares invaluable insights on balancing technological innovation with financial responsibility. Learn how Etsy is leveraging generative AI to revolutionize both their marketplace and internal operations, while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability through their groundbreaking Cloud Jewels initiative. This episode is packed with practical strategies for cloud optimization, regulatory compliance, and the future of cloud technology in e-commerce. 

Today Matt sits down with Peter Van Iperen, CISO at Own Company (recently acquired by Salesforce). From the challenges of multi-cloud environments to the transformative impact of AI on cloud security, Peter shares invaluable insights from his 25+ years of experience in tech leadership. Listen to why backup strategies are more critical than ever, why Infrastructure as Code isn't the silver bullet many think it is, and how AI is reshaping the future of cloud operations. 

Join host Matt Pacheco as he sits down with Chris O'Brien, Director of Engineering at Tinder, for a discussion on scaling cloud infrastructure in one of the world's most popular social platforms. From managing billions of daily interactions to implementing cutting-edge AI solutions, Chris describes his journey of transforming Tinder's infrastructure. Discover how this dating app giant maintains 99.99% reliability while pushing the boundaries of innovation in cloud computing.

Cloud Currents host, Matt Pacheco, sits down with Dennis Walker, Senior Director of HPC Solutions Architecture at HPE, discusses the world of high-performance computing and cloud infrastructure. From managing massive-scale supercomputers to implementing cutting-edge AI solutions, Dennis shares his expertise on the challenges and innovations in modern computing infrastructure. Learn about the intersection of cloud-native architecture with supercomputing, the critical role of power efficiency in large-scale operations, and the evolution of DevOps in enterprise environments.

Cloud Currents host Matt Pacheco sits down with Sameer Airyil, Executive Director of Cloud and Cybersecurity at JPMorgan Chase, as he pulls back the curtain on building and managing cloud security at one of the world's largest financial institutions. From navigating complex regulations to embracing cutting-edge technologies, Sameer shares his journey of building a cloud assurance function from the ground up. Learn how his team balances innovation with security, handles the talent shortage in cybersecurity, and leverages automation and AI to streamline operations.

Join us as we sit down with Sheelu Verma, Director of Data Governance, Cloud, and Data Operations at ADT, who shares her journey from mathematics to tech leadership. In this episode, we talk about ADT's innovative use of AI for customer retention, their ambitious cloud migration journey, and the challenges of data governance in the AI era. We also get into managing global tech teams, controlling cloud costs, and fostering diversity in tech through employee resource groups. 

In this episode, host Matt Pacheco sits down with Richard Tallman, Senior Director of Global Cloud Security and MSP at Bitdefender. From the origins of Bitdefender in post-Soviet Romania to their cutting-edge AI-driven security solutions today, Richard shares his thoughts into how modern organizations can protect themselves in an increasingly complex digital world. Learn about Bitdefender's elite Draco team, their Emmy-winning security operations, and how they're leveraging military expertise to defend against cyber threats. 

In this episode of Cloud Currents, host Matt Pacheco sits down with Wesley Niels, Director of Cloud EMEA and partner at Dept digital agency. From tackling cloud migration challenges to optimizing costs and managing global teams, Wesley offers a unique perspective on how digital agencies are leveraging cloud technologies to drive innovation. This episode covers DevOps practices, communicating complex cloud concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and exciting future trends in cloud technology.

In this episode, host PJ Farmer sits down with Mukesh Ranjan, Vice President at Everest Group. Mukesh shares invaluable insights on the integration of AI in cloud operations, the changing skillsets required for cloud professionals, and the evolution of cloud adoption trends over the past decade. The discussion gets into hot topics such as green technology in data centers, cloud repatriation, serverless technologies, and the future of blockchain in the cloud ecosystem.

In this episode of Cloud Currents, host PJ Farmer interviews Amir Hameed, Senior VP at RingCentral, who brings 25 years of telecom expertise to the table. They explore the evolution of business communications, from traditional systems to AI-enhanced cloud solutions, and discuss how companies are adapting to post-COVID hybrid work environments. Amir shares insights on RingCentral's approach to AI integration, balancing innovation with security and privacy. The conversation covers everything from transitioning to cloud systems to predicting the future of unified communications, offering valuable insights for tech enthusiasts, business leaders, and IT professionals alike.