The Innovator’s Playbook

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Bold Ideas. Smarter Execution. Real-World Innovation. The Innovator’s Playbook is a podcast for builders and doers—those not just chasing innovation, but making it happen. Each week, host Seth Narayanan sits down with entrepreneurs, product leaders, CTOs, and technologists who are solving real-world business problems with grit, creativity, and smarter execution. From scaling startups to leading digital transformation inside enterprises, these conversations go deep into product strategy, startup growth, and the innovation culture shaping tomorrow's tech. Whether you're a tech entrepreneur, VP of Engineering, or a curious mind exploring how innovation in tech really works behind the scenes, this is your playbook for product leadership, agile teams, and business transformation. New episodes every week. Follow to stay ahead of the curve.

Episodios

  1. Bolt-On AI Is Failing — Ankush Goyal on Reinventing Commerce

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    Bolt-On AI Is Failing — Ankush Goyal on Reinventing Commerce

    What happens when AI stops being a feature and becomes the foundation of commerce itself? In this episode of The Innovators Playbook Podcast, host Seth Narayanan speaks with Ankush Goyal, CPTO of Fabric. From scaling Orbitz to building an AI-native CRM at RelateIQ and Salesforce, and transforming post-purchase platforms at Narvar, Ankush reveals why legacy rule-based systems are no longer enough. He argues that bolt-on AI is a dead end, that product and technology leadership must converge, and that engineers who fail to evolve beyond coding will be left behind.

    34 min
  2. Shark Tank, Smart Kitchens & Startup Resilience with Akshita Iyer

    14 SEP

    Shark Tank, Smart Kitchens & Startup Resilience with Akshita Iyer

    What does it take to turn a personal challenge into a groundbreaking company? In this episode of The Innovators Playbook Podcast, host Seth Narayanan speaks with Akshita Iyer, Founder & CEO of Ome Kitchen. From her neuroscience background to building a connected device featured on Shark Tank, Akshita shares the behind-the-scenes reality of scaling hardware, navigating supply chain chaos, and pushing through doubt with grit and vision. Whether you’re an innovator, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of smart living, this conversation will inspire and inform

    41 min
  3. Lesley Jordan on AI-Driven Mental Health Innovation at Clinicom

    5 SEP

    Lesley Jordan on AI-Driven Mental Health Innovation at Clinicom

    Lesley Jordan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Clinicom, joins Seth Narayanan to share how AI is transforming the landscape of mental and behavioral healthcare. From adaptive assessments and longitudinal patient tracking to LLM-generated SOAP notes and robust HIPAA/CFR compliance—this episode uncovers the building blocks of a tech-first healthcare platform. Key discussion points: The difference between augmented and artificial intelligence in healthcareHow Clinicom uses IBM Watson for clinical narrative generationSecure patient data handling and global compliance strategiesBalancing product vs. tech leadership in a startup environmentUsing AI for population health insights and future innovationIf you're building in healthtech or curious about how AI can support clinicians and patients, this episode is a must-listen.

    36 min
  4. Robotics, AI & $30,000 Mistakes: Inside Advanced Manufacturing with Chris Mallinson

    19 AGO

    Robotics, AI & $30,000 Mistakes: Inside Advanced Manufacturing with Chris Mallinson

    In this episode of The Innovators Playbook, host Seth Narayanan sits down with Chris Mallinson, Director of Software Engineering at Nanotronics, to explore the high-stakes world where robotics, AI, and precision manufacturing converge. Chris shares how his teams build cutting-edge inspection tools for the semiconductor industry, the challenges of integrating hardware and software, and why one small mistake can cost up to $30,000. You’ll hear about: The shift from monolithic systems to modular, scalable softwareHow AI is used (and avoided) in robotics to balance innovation and riskWhy hardware constraints still slow down automationWhere the next breakthroughs in semiconductor inspection may come fromAdvice for students and engineers looking to break into roboticsWhether you’re in tech, manufacturing, or just curious about the future of automation, this conversation offers rare insight into one of the most advanced engineering fields today.

    23 min
  5. Filtration, AI Cooling & Engineering at Scale (ft. Patrick Hill, CTO of Mott)

    3 AGO

    Filtration, AI Cooling & Engineering at Scale (ft. Patrick Hill, CTO of Mott)

    Patrick Hill, CTO of Mott Corporation, joins The Innovators Playbook to reveal how precision filtration powers the most demanding industries on Earth — from aerospace to semiconductors to AI data centers. In this episode, Patrick unpacks: Why AI hardware depends on next-gen cooling and ultra-pure filtrationHow additive manufacturing enables performance traditional methods can’tWhat nuclear power means for the future of data infrastructureThe bold leadership question he asks his team: “How many AI coworkers can you have?” If you work in AI, hardware, sustainability, or engineering innovation—this episode is a must-listen.

    30 min
  6. AI, Autonomy & What Robots Still Can’t Do (ft. Francis Govers)

    27 JUL

    AI, Autonomy & What Robots Still Can’t Do (ft. Francis Govers)

    Francis Govers has spent decades pushing the frontier of robotics, from building machines for NASA to designing autonomous helicopters at Airbus. But in today’s AI-hyped world, he’s refreshingly honest about what works... and what doesn’t. In this episode, Francis shares why generative AI still can’t match professional standards for complex tasks, how swarm behavior inspires drone coordination, and why imagination in robotics may lie in “latent space.” He also shares a personal story about building a toy-cleaning robot for his grandkids, and what it taught him about real-world autonomy. Perfect for anyone building or leading in AI, robotics, or engineering innovation.

    29 min
  7. Rewiring Certification with AI: ASE CTO Rebecca Sutter on Tech That Actually Works

    13 JUL

    Rewiring Certification with AI: ASE CTO Rebecca Sutter on Tech That Actually Works

    Is your credentialing system future-ready, or just outdated paperwork dressed in tech? CTO Rebecca Sutter of ASE joins The Innovator’s Playbook to share how she’s building real AI use cases inside a 50-year-old nonprofit. From adaptive testing and blockchain credentials to AI-driven QA, this is the inside story of how to align people, platforms, and purpose. In this episode: Why AI isn’t replacing tests—it’s reshaping how we measure skillThe challenge of cleaning up "technical debt meets politics"The surprising truth about women in early softwareHow to build trust in tech with psychological safetyA must-listen for anyone rethinking learning, leadership, or legacy systems

    41 min
  8. From Metal Bands to Molecules: Parker Sipes on Disrupting the Chemical Industry

    7 JUL

    From Metal Bands to Molecules: Parker Sipes on Disrupting the Chemical Industry

    How does someone go from playing rock shows to reinventing disinfection? In this episode, Parker Sipes,CTO and President of Annihilare, shares his unconventional journey from music to chemistry to entrepreneurship. Seth Narayanan sits down with Parker to unpack how his team is using electrochemistry, IOT, and software to reimagine how safe, scalable disinfectants are produced and delivered. Inside: The science behind hypochlorous acid and its industrial impactWhy innovation isn’t about being flashy, it’s about reducing frictionThe reality of leading teams in a legacy industryWhy AI should enhance, not replace, your thinkingA pragmatic view on patents, product-market fit, and real-world executionWhether you're an aspiring founder, an innovator in an overlooked industry, or just a curious mind, this one’s packed with insights.

    43 min
  9. Code, Cash, and Clarity: The Real Playbook Behind Innovation That Scales

    23 JUN

    Code, Cash, and Clarity: The Real Playbook Behind Innovation That Scales

    What happens when one person wears both the CTO and CFO hats in a data-driven, regulated industry like animal health? In this episode of The Innovator’s Playbook, Seth Narayanan sits down with Brian Gathagan, CTO and CFO at Animalytix, to explore his career journey from COBOL programmer to executive leader. Brian shares insights on how quantum computing could reshape analytics, the role of AI in veterinary practices, and why a strong business foundation is critical for tech professionals. You'll also hear: How Brian built cross-functional expertise over decadesWhat innovation looks like in the pharma and animal health spaceWhy understanding a P&L can be a superpower for technologists

    41 min
  10. Innovation That Works: Brian Hiatt on Tech Leadership, Cloud Strategy, and AI’s Impact on Engineering

    10 JUN

    Innovation That Works: Brian Hiatt on Tech Leadership, Cloud Strategy, and AI’s Impact on Engineering

    What does real innovation look like in a world flooded with buzzwords? Brian Hiatt—former CIO/CTO with 30+ years at Xerox, HP, and startups—joins Seth Narayanan to share how he built tech that actually drives business results. From early cloud adoption to AI’s impact on software engineering, Brian breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and what’s coming next. If you’re a tech leader, product builder, or engineer shaping the future, don’t miss this one.

    33 min
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Bold Ideas. Smarter Execution. Real-World Innovation. The Innovator’s Playbook is a podcast for builders and doers—those not just chasing innovation, but making it happen. Each week, host Seth Narayanan sits down with entrepreneurs, product leaders, CTOs, and technologists who are solving real-world business problems with grit, creativity, and smarter execution. From scaling startups to leading digital transformation inside enterprises, these conversations go deep into product strategy, startup growth, and the innovation culture shaping tomorrow's tech. Whether you're a tech entrepreneur, VP of Engineering, or a curious mind exploring how innovation in tech really works behind the scenes, this is your playbook for product leadership, agile teams, and business transformation. New episodes every week. Follow to stay ahead of the curve.

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