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VistaTalks

Welcome to VistaTalks, interesting discussions with interesting people.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    AI, and the Future of Women’s Health with Lynda Wilkes-Green – VistaTalks Ep 189

    Lynda Wilkes-Green, Founder of Ahlya, joins Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about women’s health, cycle thinking, and how AI can be used for good in underserved areas of wellness. This episode explores the intersection of personal experience, thoughtful technology design, and purposeful entrepreneurship. Lynda shares her journey from high-pressure legal environments to building a femtech platform that empowers women to better understand their bodies, hormones, and overall well-being. 00:00 - Lynda Wilkes-Green - VistaTalks Ep 189 00:46 - Lynda’s Founding Story and Health Journey 02:20 - How Ahlya Uses AI and Wearable Data 03:48 - Holistic Wellness: Mental and Physical Health 05:27 - Being a Female Founder in AI Today 07:00 - Cultural Nuance and Global Expansion 11:33 - Scaling Ahlya Internationally 13:01 - Leadership, Productivity, and Sustainable Growth About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - / vistatalks Instagram - / vistatalks LinkedIn - / vistatalks

    19 min

  2. 4 FEB

    The Realities of AI Adoption in Business with Patrick Shields – VistaTalks Ep 188

    Patrick Shields, experienced executive and PhD researcher in Artificial Intelligence, joins host Simon Hodgkins for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on leadership, innovation, and the realities of AI adoption in business. Recorded for VistaTalks Episode 188, this discussion dives deep into how organizations, particularly SMEs, can navigate AI responsibly while empowering their people and protecting trust. Patrick is currently completing his PhD at Munster Technological University, where his research focuses on how businesses actually adopt AI in practice, rather than how technology vendors say they should. The result is a grounded, experience-led discussion that blends academic insight with decades of executive leadership across hospitality and international business. 00:00 - Patrick Shields - VistaTalks Ep 188 01:00 - Why Patrick Is Researching AI Adoption 04:57 - The Real Reason Businesses Struggle with AI 06:09 - Shadow AI and Hidden Organizational Risks 14:14 - Leadership, Trust, and Communication in AI Change 19:03 - Practical Steps for Building AI-Ready Teams 30:32 - Responsible AI, Ethics, and Sustainability 39:12 - The Next Five Years of AI and Leadership About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    43 min

  3. 21 JAN

    AI, Translation, and the Human Heart of Irish with Dr Micheál Ó Duibh - VistaTalks Ep 187

    Dr Micheál Ó Duibh's recent appearance on the VistaTalks podcast captured the presence of someone who sees language not as an abstract academic puzzle but as a living force that shapes people, communities, and culture. What followed was a thoughtful and generous conversation that moved from grammar and community advocacy to AI, inclusivity, and the future of Irish itself. 00:00 - Dr Micheál Ó Duibh - VistaTalks Ep 187 01:21 - Academic roots, PhD, and journey into Irish medium education 04:29 - What the "bigger picture" of the Irish language really means 11:15 - Unique structural and cultural challenges in Irish 20:03 - A pragmatic view of AI and machine translation for Irish 27:45 - Data, live dictionaries, and keeping up with a living language 35:52 - A call to native speakers to lead the future of Irish 41:14 - "The running button" story and closing thoughts About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    42 min

  4. 7 JAN

    The Future of Project Management Across Borders with James Louttit - VistaTalks Ep 186

    James Louttit, Founder and lead trainer at Impactful Project Management, PMI's Project Management Professional of the Year, and award-winning author of Leading Impactful Teams, joins Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks. The conversation explored James's personal journey, his people-first philosophy, and his practical approach to solving real-world project challenges James Louttit's story is a reminder that project management is not about following a process for its own sake. It is about people, clarity, and building long-term capability. His work with Impactful Project Management and the Impactful PM Hub embodies this ethos, creating tools and communities that enable leaders and teams to deliver with purpose. 00:00 - James Louttit - VistaTalks Ep 186 01:20 - From Burnout to a New Approach 06:41 - People-First Project Management 09:56 - Creating Clarity Across Cultures 12:01 - Process vs. Empowerment 14:27 - The Impactful PM Hub 17:22 - Everyone Is a Project Manager 26:14 - Future Trends in Project Management About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    30 min

  5. 19/12/2025

    Holiday Special – VistaTalks Ep 185

    Join us for a lively holiday special featuring hosts Simon Hodgkins and María Roa. It was a year shaped by rapid developments in AI, bold movement in branding and marketing, and powerful personal stories from business and sport. The episode served as both a celebration and a reflection, taking listeners through some of the most compelling conversations of the past twelve months. The holiday special brought all of that energy together in one thoughtful recap. 00:00 - Holiday intro and year-in-review overview 01:42 - AI in healthcare and human compassion 05:13 - AI bias, skin tone representation, and ethical data 08:39 - Bold and rebellious branding in crowded digital markets 12:52 - Global brands, culture, and localization 16:53 - From elite swimmer to Head of Marketing 22:08 - Travel intelligence, trust, and the future of global travel About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    30 min

  6. 10/12/2025

    Choosing the Right Global Partner at Every Stage with Giulia Greco – VistaTalks Ep 184

    In this episode of VistaTalks, Host Simon Hodgkins sits down with Giulia Greco, founder of Giulia Greco Consulting and Globalization Consultant at Nimdzi Insights, to unpack the evolving landscape of international expansion, localization strategy, and the role of AI in shaping the future of global business. Drawing on her rich experience leading localization at Shopify and consulting for global clients, Giulia offers a refreshingly candid and insightful perspective on what it takes to succeed in going global today. Stay Open, Stay Curious Giulia leaves listeners with a powerful piece of advice: "It's important to remain open and adaptable… Clinging to the past and the way things were is not a recipe for success." In a world where technology, culture, and work dynamics are constantly evolving, the most resilient professionals and companies will be those who stay curious, willing to learn, and open to experimentation. Giulia Greco offers more than just technical expertise in localization; she brings strategic vision, human insight, and refreshing candor to an increasingly complex and fast-moving field. Whether you're a startup looking to go global or a multinational navigating compliance and AI disruption, her message is clear: localization isn't just a support function. Done right, it's a driver of growth, connection, and long-term success. 00:00 - Giulia Greco - VistaTalks Ep 184 01:26 - From Burnout to Business: Why Giulia Started Consulting 04:03 - Localization ≠ Translation: A Broader Globalization Mindset 08:13 - Strategic Blind Spots in Global Expansion 12:54 - Content as Product: Prioritization & Market Strategy 17:09 - What Real Localization Success Looks Like 18:43 - Bill 96 and Compliance as a Growth Opportunity 30:21 - AI in Localization: Tools, Tradeoffs, and Transformation About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    47 min

  7. 25/11/2025

    Why High-Quality Labeled Data Matters in Healthcare AI with Jill Goldsberry - VistaTalks Ep 183

    Jill Goldsberry, Go-To-Market AI Senior Solutions Consultant at Centaur Labs, is in conversation with Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks. The conversation explored how AI is transforming healthcare, why high-quality labeled data is the foundation of reliable models, and how Centaur Labs is helping organizations overcome some of the most pressing challenges in this space.00:00 - Jill Goldsberry - VistaTalks Ep 18301:31 - Jill’s role at Centaur Labs and why labeled data is essential03:19 - How Centaur integrates into complex healthcare workflows04:52 - Common misconceptions about data annotation in healthcare06:36 - Centaur’s mobile platform, gamification, and expert contributors09:07 - Real-world use cases, from sleep tracking to Microsoft Research projects11:33 - Tackling challenging data types like surgical video, ECGs, and lung sounds13:12 - Building trust, compliance, and regulatory readiness in healthcare AI15:38 - Emerging trends: dynamic datasets and human-AI collaborationAbout VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    31 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    Building Global Brands and Startups with Trish Butler - VistaTalks Ep 182

    Trish Butler has held senior marketing roles at household names such as B&Q, Screwfix, McCann, and the Taxback Group (now CluneTech). These roles gave her a front-row seat to the challenges of scaling international brands, managing multiple markets, and aligning teams around shared values and goals. Host Simon Hodgkins catches up with Trish Butler, Portfolio CMO, on this episode of VistaTalks. Key Takeaways Trish closed the conversation with a message every business leader should remember: keep it simple. Focus on clarity, consistency, and delivering on your promise every time. Growth comes not from complexity, but from clear communication, strong culture, and customer-centric thinking. 00:00 - Trish Butler - VistaTalks Ep 182 01:26 - Building Brands in High-Growth Startups 07:02 - Lessons from Leading Multiple Brands 10:33 - Scaling Brands Effectively 16:24 - The Role of AI in Marketing 21:32 - Culture, Communication, and Alignment 26:00 - Go-To-Market Strategies That Work (and Fail) 31:50 - Leading Global Teams and Key Takeaways About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the world. Follow VistaTalks on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on Apple and Google podcasts. VistaTalks is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about VistaTalks, please visit https://www.vistatalks.com Social Media: X - https://x.com/vistatalks Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VistaTalks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vistatalks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/vistatalks

    38 min
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Welcome to VistaTalks, interesting discussions with interesting people.

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  • Creator
    VistaTalks
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    192
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