Uncharted Podcast

Uncharted Podcast
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The goal of Uncharted Podcast is to allow a space for some of the most brilliant individuals in the business to tell their stories. I’ve found that many of these great people got where they are by diving into the unknowns, or the uncharted.

  1. 5D AGO

    Making AI Real for the Enterprise: Inside Snowflake’s AI Strategy

    In this episode of Uncharted, Bala Kasiviswanathan, VP of Developer and AI Experiences at Snowflake, shares how enterprises are moving from AI experimentation to real-world impact. Bala breaks down what it takes to build trusted AI systems, why time-to-value is the new competitive edge, and how Snowflake is helping developers and organizations turn data and AI into meaningful business outcomes faster than ever. About our speaker: Bala Kasiviswanathan is VP of Developer and AI Experiences at Snowflake, where he drives how developers, enterprises, and partners build applications and AI solutions on the Snowflake platform. He oversees Cortex Code, the centerpiece of Snowflake’s AI development experience, alongside Snowsight, Notebooks, and Streamlit, the core surfaces that bring data and applications closer together on Snowflake. Central to his mission is making Snowflake the platform developers choose to build on, backed by a deep commitment to the open source and developer community. His goal: give every enterprise the tools, ecosystem, and AI-powered experiences to deploy modern data applications at scale. Bala brings over two decades of experience building and scaling enterprise software and AI products, from early-stage ideas to public-company scale. Prior to Snowflake, he held leadership roles at Microsoft, Apigee, and Google, and most recently served as Chief Product Officer and Chief Customer Experience Officer at Simpplr. Across each role, he has focused on understanding real customer problems, translating them into clear product bets, and guiding teams through major platform shifts with an emphasis on building products that deliver lasting business value. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/balak/

    17 min

  2. FEB 9

    Building AI Agents to Fight Cybercrime: Vineet Edupuganti on Scaling Cogent Security and Winning Over Skeptical CISOs

    Poya sits down with Vineet Edupuganti, Co-Founder & CEO of Cogent Security to talk about fighting AI-powered hackers with defensive AI agents, what Abnormal got right, and how to win over CISOs in one of the toughest markets in tech. Vineet Edupuganti is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cogent Security. With a background in machine learning and product management, Vineet brings a product-first mindset to solving complex security challenges for modern enterprises. Prior to founding Cogent, Vineet was a GM at Abnormal Security, where he joined as an early employee and helped build it into a category-leading company.

    20 min

  3. 10/21/2025

    Building Cred: Lessons in Resilience, Reflection, and Scaling with the Right People

    From growing up around the world to building global products, Jon Carr Harris shares how adaptability, problem-solving, and patience shaped his path as a founder — and what it really takes to scale a startup like Cred. Jon Carr-Harris is the Founder and CEO of CRED—an AI-powered platform enabling data-driven decisions with real-time external signals. Since its founding in 2023, CRED uncovers consumer and business behavior to drive profitability for enterprises such as the Golden State Warriors, UTA, and the PGA. With 10+ years as an entrepreneur and product innovator, Jon specializes in the application of predictive analytics, machine learning, and behavioral design. Previously, Jon founded Swish Labs, leading corporate solutions for Prudential, Nasdaq, Gatorade, and HSBC, and was a founding member of a financial exchange launched in 2018. Widely recognized as an expert in startup investment and marketplace platforms, Jon has also advised companies such as Airbnb, Khan Academy, and Kik to enhance their product strategy and development.

    14 min

  4. 07/28/2025

    Beyond the Grind: Rediscovering Yourself After Burnout

    Feeling drained or at a crossroads? Join Sean Erickson as he discusses the importance of sabbaticals, self-awareness, and building community to find fulfillment and embrace new directions in your life and career.

    15 min

  5. 06/23/2025

    Phil Carr on Second Ventures & Smart Pivots

    On this episode of the Uncharted podcast, we're joined by Phil Carr, a seasoned tech entrepreneur. Phil dives into his journey from building and exiting the successful fitness platform, My PT Hub, to his current venture, Upzelo. He shares invaluable insights on his strategic pivot from SaaS retention to e-commerce loyalty, the unique challenges of being a second-time founder, and his take on AI's evolving role in the tech landscape. Tune in for candid lessons on self-awareness, raising capital, and navigating market shifts.

    24 min

  6. 06/02/2025

    How Partnerships Evolved from Afterthought to Growth Engine

    How do you build partnerships that actually drive revenue—not just relationships? In this episode, Billy Robbins joins to break down the evolution of partnerships, the rise of marketplaces like AWS, and how to create real value through strategic collaboration. Whether you're building your first BD function or scaling with hyperscalers, this one’s packed with hard-earned insight.

    16 min

  7. 05/13/2025

    From Envy to Empowerment: The Journey of Resilience and Authentic Connection

    In this candid and heartfelt episode, we dive deep into a personal journey of resilience, growth, and authentic connection. Poya shares their experience growing up as an immigrant in America, navigating career transitions from politics to sales, and building a successful consulting practice based on genuine relationships. They reveal how childhood insecurities transformed into a passion for empowering others, the importance of learning through experience, and why they now measure success by happiness rather than income. From overcoming professional setbacks to finding purpose in helping others succeed, this conversation explores how vulnerability and loyalty have shaped their approach to business and life. Discover powerful insights about perseverance, authentic leadership, and why sometimes the best path forward is simply to "step the fricking up" when facing life's challenges.

    23 min

  8. 04/29/2025

    Scaling Through Crisis: Lessons from 3 Companies and $400 Million in Revenue

    Amir Orad shares how he scaled three companies to over $150M, navigated crises like 9/11 and the financial crash, and built winning teams through reinvention, resilience, and relentless focus. A masterclass in scaling SaaS through chaos.

    18 min
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The goal of Uncharted Podcast is to allow a space for some of the most brilliant individuals in the business to tell their stories. I’ve found that many of these great people got where they are by diving into the unknowns, or the uncharted.

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  • Creator
    Uncharted Podcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    256
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Uncharted Podcast
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