Cloud Realities

Capgemini
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Exploring the practical and exciting alternate realities that can be unleashed through cloud driven transformation and cloud native living and working. Each episode, our hosts Dave, Esmee & Rob talk to Cloud leaders and practitioners to understand how previously untapped business value can be released, how to deal with the challenges and risks that come with bold ventures and how does human experience factor into all of this? They cover Intelligent Industry, Customer Experience, Sustainability, AI, Data and Insight, Cyber, Cost, Leadership, Talent and, of course, Tech. Together, Dave, Esmee & Rob have over 80 years of cloud and transformation experience and act as our guides though a new reality each week. Web - https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/cloud-realities-podcast/ Email - cloudrealities@capgemini.com

  1. 12/25/2025

    CR118: Christmas special! Return to the simulation with Anders Indset, Author & Philosopher

    From all of us at Cloud Realities, MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!  Back in our December 2022 Christmas special, we explored the far reaches of reality, asking whether we live in a simulation and if that even matters. Now, we return to that question with fresh perspectives and new challenges… In this last Cloud Realities podcast of 2025, Dave, Esmee and Rob return to the simulation with Anders Indset, philosopher, author, and long-time friend of the show, revisiting a question that’s been quietly running underneath everything we’ve discussed since 2022: If reality itself is information and what does that mean for being human?   TLDR: 00:58 – It’s Christmas!08:32 – Major announcement and reflections on the Cloud Realities podcast journey15:32 – Celebrating three big wins: B2B Marketing Awards (Best Content, Best Customer Retention) and The Drum (Best Creative Audio)22:55 – Is there a next thing?23:30 – Welcoming Anders Indset, who shares his vision for practical philosophy and the future of human/AI co-evolution32:02 – Exploring the Quantum Economy and the Singularity Paradox58:10 – Deep dive into the Simulation Hypothesis, revisiting the 2022 discussion and Rob is again confused...01:27:45 – Anders enjoying Christmas in the Norwegian wilderness01:29:40 – Edit pointGuest Anders Indset: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersindset/ or andersindset.com Additional information: thequantumeconomy.com and tomorrowmensch.com Hosts Dave Chapmanger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Gluhwein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Snowmananahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ Production Dr Mike van Der Buabbles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapmanger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Jingle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Snow:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    1h 30m

  2. 12/18/2025

    CRSP08: State of AI 2025 pt.3: AI Unplugged - from data to sovereign intelligence with Johanna Hutchinson, BAE Systems

    In this last episode of the special AI mini-series, we now explore the human side of transformation, where technology meets purpose and people remain at the center. From future jobs and critical thinking to working with C-level leaders, how human intervention and high-quality data drive success in an AI-powered world. This week Dave, Esmee , Rob sit down with Johanna Hutchinson, CDO at BAE systems about why data matters, the rise of Sovereign AI, and the skills shaping the intelligence age.   TLDR 00:55 Introduction of Johanna Hutchinson 02:09 Explaining the State of AI mini-series with Craig 06:01 Conversation with Johanna 34:20 Weaving today’s data tapestries with AI 40:20 Going to a rave   Guest Johanna Hutchinson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanna-hutchinson-95b95568/   Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ with co-host Craig Suckling: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigsuckling/ Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    43 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    CR117 Redesigning industries with AI with Scott Hanselman, Microsoft

    AI is transforming software development—redefining roles, creativity, and community, while challenging developers to embrace ambiguity, orchestrate specialized agents, and stay human through empathy and curiosity. Will AI make developers more creative, or will we forget how the machine really works under the hood? This week Dave, Esmee , Rob sit down with Scott Hanselman, VP Developer Community at Microsoft for a wildly energetic, deeply human, and brilliantly practical conversation about how AI is reshaping software development and what that means for creativity, careers, and all industries.  TLDR 00:30 – Scott Hanselman introduced as a special guest from Microsoft Ignite 2025. 02:16 – Scott discusses how AI is fundamentally redesigning all industries. 09:50 – Don’t anthropomorphize AI, I want the computer from Star Trek! 15:30 – Delegation: contrasting the roles of humans and agents. 18:30 – The importance of supporting early career growth and learning. 26:30 – Why specificity matters in AI and coding. 35:30 – Making AI delightful and fun. 45:30 – Always put humans first in AI development. 46:00 – Each morning I think about lunch.   Guest Scott Hanselman: https://www.hanselman.com/The Hanselminutes Podcast: https://www.hanselman.com/podcasts with over 1025 podcasts!   Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/   Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    49 min

  4. 12/05/2025

    CRLIVE58 AWS re:Invent 2025: European Digital Sovereign Futures with Mustafa Isik, AWS + Team reflections on re:Invent 2025

    Live from the iconic Venetian in Las Vegas, we’re rolling out an exclusive mini-series dedicated to AWS re:Invent 2025! Tune in as we sit down with AWS visionaries and take the pulse of the industry on everything shaping the future, Cloud innovation, GenAI, Agents, and the hottest trends making waves. And because what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas, we’ll spill the latest news, insider buzz, and a little Strip-side gossip to keep things spicy.   Dave, Esmee, and Rob wrap up their final AWS re:Invent 2025 conversation with Mustafa Isik, Chief Technologist for Sovereignty at AWS, discussing digital sovereignty and its growing regional importance. They close the event with reflections from Matthew Gillard, co-founder of Cuidado Connect and co-host of Cloud Dialogues, along with insights from the team.   TLDR 01:29 – Meet Mustafa Isik and hear his keynote highlights04:05 – In-depth discussion with Mustafa31:35 – Exploring the line between science fiction and science fact36:26 – Introduction to Matthew Gillard38:55 – Matt shares his re:Invent reflections from a developer’s perspective52:12 – The team looks back on re:Invent 20251:00:02 – The team’s take on science fiction versus science fact  Guests Mustafa Isik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/codesurgeon/ Matt Gillard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgillard/ https://cloud-dialogues.com/ Hosts Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/   Production Marcel van der Burg:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    1h 13m

  5. 12/05/2025

    CRLIVE57 AWS re:Invent 2025: Financial Renovation with Scott Mullins, AWS

    Live from the iconic Venetian in Las Vegas, we’re rolling out an exclusive mini-series dedicated to AWS re:Invent 2025! Tune in as we sit down with AWS visionaries and take the pulse of the industry on everything shaping the future, Cloud innovation, GenAI, Agents, and the hottest trends making waves. And because what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas, we’ll spill the latest news, insider buzz, and a little Strip-side gossip to keep things spicy.   Dave, Esmee, and Rob continue their discussion with Scott Mullins, MD Financial Services at AWS, on how the sector is rapidly embracing cloud, AI, automation, and real-time data to drive agility and stay compliant.   TLDR 00:30 – Meet Scott Mullins and hear about his re:Invent experience05:00 – Deep dive conversation with Scott25:56 – Fiiction with The Jetsons   Guest Scott Mullins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/escottmullins/   Hosts Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/   Production Marcel van der Burg:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    31 min

  6. 12/04/2025

    CRLIVE56 AWS re:Invent 2025: Driving Innovation in Automotive and Energy & Utilities with Rob Boetticher and Howard Gefen, AWS

    Live from the iconic Venetian in Las Vegas, we’re rolling out an exclusive mini-series dedicated to AWS re:Invent 2025! Tune in as we sit down with AWS visionaries and take the pulse of the industry on everything shaping the future, Cloud innovation, GenAI, Agents, and the hottest trends making waves. And because what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas, we’ll spill the latest news, insider buzz, and a little Strip-side gossip to keep things spicy. Dave, Esmee, and Rob bring a double-feature conversation on industry innovation—first with Rob Boetticher, Global Technology Leader for Automotive and Manufacturing, followed by Howard Gefen, GM of the Energy and Utilities Industry Business Unit at AWS.   TLDR 00:42 – Rob Boetticher & Howard Gefen introduced 02:00 – Rob’s keynote highlights 07:52 –  The future of automotive innovation with Rob 23:32 – Tech fiction examples 25:59 – Howard Gefen introduced 28:00 – Howard’s keynote highlights 31:04 – Howard on the future of Energy and Utilities 50:14 – Tech fiction examples   Guest Rob Boetticher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-boetticher/Howard Gefen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgefen/   Hosts Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/   Production Marcel van der Burg:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    55 min

  7. 12/04/2025

    CRLIVE55 AWS re:Invent 2025: re:Accelerating Europe with Tanuja Randery, AWS

    Live from the iconic Venetian in Las Vegas, we’re rolling out an exclusive mini-series dedicated to AWS re:Invent 2025! Tune in as we sit down with AWS visionaries and take the pulse of the industry on everything shaping the future, Cloud innovation, GenAI, Agents, and the hottest trends making waves. And because what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas, we’ll spill the latest news, insider buzz, and a little Strip-side gossip to keep things spicy.   Dave, Esmee, and Rob kick off their conversation with Tanuja Randery, Managing Director for Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA), diving into cloud innovation and the call to re:Accelerate Europe.   TLDR 00:49 – Introduction to Tanuja Randery03:29 – Keynote highlights with Tanuja and a deep-dive conversation31:00 – Imaginary tech and Star Trek   Guest Tanuja Randery: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanuja-randery/   Hosts Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/   Production Marcel van der Burg:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    35 min

  8. 12/03/2025

    CRLIVE54 AWS re:Invent 2025: Making it real in Industries with Tim Murnin, AWS

    Live from the iconic Venetian in Las Vegas, we’re rolling out an exclusive mini-series dedicated to AWS re:Invent 2025! Tune in as we sit down with AWS visionaries and take the pulse of the industry on everything shaping the future, Cloud innovation, GenAI, Agents, and the hottest trends making waves. And because what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas, we’ll spill the latest news, insider buzz, and a little Strip-side gossip to keep things spicy.   Dave, Esmee, and Rob continue their conversation with Tim Murnin, Head of Industry & Partner Strategy at AWS, exploring the evolving role of the CIO, adoption delays, and how trends vary across different sectors.   TLDR 00:36 – Welcome back with Tim Murnin and the team’s highlights from the AWS re:Invent 2025 keynote08:04 – In-depth conversation with Tim, exploring key insights32:05 – Where fact meets fiction, including a look at the flying car Guest Tim Murnin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmurnin/   Hosts Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/   Production Marcel van der Burg:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/   Sound Ben Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/   'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    31 min
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Exploring the practical and exciting alternate realities that can be unleashed through cloud driven transformation and cloud native living and working. Each episode, our hosts Dave, Esmee & Rob talk to Cloud leaders and practitioners to understand how previously untapped business value can be released, how to deal with the challenges and risks that come with bold ventures and how does human experience factor into all of this? They cover Intelligent Industry, Customer Experience, Sustainability, AI, Data and Insight, Cyber, Cost, Leadership, Talent and, of course, Tech. Together, Dave, Esmee & Rob have over 80 years of cloud and transformation experience and act as our guides though a new reality each week. Web - https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/cloud-realities-podcast/ Email - cloudrealities@capgemini.com

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  • Creator
    Capgemini
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    190
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Capgemini
  • Show Website
    Cloud Realities

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