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Cisco TechBeat features inspirational guests from around the world that drive innovation. Join us for Season 3, hosted by Aaron “AB” Belinfanti, who has spent over 20 years in professional audio and content creation. AB is a natural at building connections with his guests and bringing their stories to life.

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June 16, 2026Episode 731 min

S7 E7: Talking insights, strategy, and the human side of AI with Pascal Bornet and Sam Charrington

Join AB for a candid conversation with AI luminaries Pascal Bornet and Sam Charrington. From the sci-fi films that sparked their early interest in tech to the strategic frameworks for mastering today's AI, this episode bridges the gap between high-level industry insight and the personal stories that shaped their careers. Discover how to move beyond the hype and truly harness the power of AI.

May 26, 2026Episode 628 min

S7 E6: Talking strategy, M&A, and accelerating Cisco innovation with Ammar Maraqa

AB sits down with Ammar Maraqa, Cisco’s Chief Strategy Officer, to discuss topics such as turning an acquisition into a competitive advantage, fostering an agile and customer-centric culture, aligning business cases with long-term innovation goals to drive real value, and much more.

May 5, 2026Episode 530 min

S7 E5: Talking AgenticOps and the evolution of artificial intelligence with Akshay Bhargava

AB sits down with Akshay Bhargava, Cisco's VP of Product Management, AI Software and Platform, to chat about AgenticOps, how Cisco is providing guardrails to keep AI safe, and the risks modern businesses face if they fail to adopt AI quickly.

April 13, 2026Episode 422 min

S7 E4: Talking securing legacy networks in the AI era with Anthony Grieco and Eric Wenger

AB chats with Anthony Grieco, Cisco's SVP & Chief Security & Trust Officer, Security and Trust Organization, and Eric Wenger, Cisco's Senior Director, Technology Policy, Global Government Affairs, about how Cisco is revolutionizing product security by removing insecure protocols, updating defaults, and strengthening authentication across our portfolio.

March 19, 2026Episode 319 min

S7 E3: Talking security innovations in the age of AI, the intersection of creativity and tech, and more with Tom Gillis

AB sits down with Tom Gillis, Cisco’s SVP and GM, Infrastructure & Security Group, to explore the crucial role security plays in the ever-changing AI landscape.

February 26, 2026Episode 213 min

S7 E2: Talking the role of partnerships in the AI era, the Cisco 360 Partner Program, and how tech alliances drive business success, with Tim Coogan

AB sits down with Tim Coogan, Cisco's SVP, Global Partner Sales, for a fun chat about the important role partners play to drive positive business outcomes. From partnering in the AI era to the link between sales and partnerships, this informative conversation highlights why it’s critical for business to cultivate a powerful partner ecosystem.

February 23, 2026Episode 114 min

S7 E1: Talking sovereign critical infrastructure, AI, and the EMEA Moment with Gordon Thomson

AB sits down with Gordon Thomson, Cisco’s SVP EMEA Sales and EMEA President, for a great talk about The EMEA Moment, sovereign critical infrastructure, and how AI is a tool that is helping unlock human potential.

December 11, 2025Episode 1215 min

S6 E12: Talking the role of a tech analyst, trends and innovations, and why the network is critical, with Zeus Kerravala

AB sits down with Zeus Kerravala, founder of ZK Research and a leading technology industry analyst, for a great conversation on the role analysts play in the world of tech, trends and innovations related to AI infrastructure, why the network is critical to AI workloads , and more.

November 14, 2025Episode 1119 min

S6 E11: Talking people, policy, and purpose, and how Cisco is empowering employees in the AI era, with Fran Katsoudas

AB sits down with Fran Katsoudas, Cisco EVP and Chief People, Policy, and Purpose Officer, to explore her 29-year career journey-from starting in the TAC Center to leading Cisco's people and purpose initiatives. Discover Fran's insights on AI's transformative impact on the workplace and how Cisco empowers employees in the AI era. She also shares her role as Chair of the Global Citizen Festival and how the event drives positive global change through technology and community engagement.

October 15, 2025Episode 1035 min

S6 E10: Talking Cisco CX and cutting through the hype to discuss the real challenges and opportunities of AI adoption, with Carlos Pereira

AB sits down with Carlos Pereira, Cisco Fellow & CX Chief Architect, for a fun conversation that cuts through the hype and discusses the real challenges and opportunities of AI adoption. Learn how AI is revolutionizing customer engagement and operational efficiency, and hear why Cisco is uniquely positioned to be the trusted partner for companies that strive to further integrate AI into their businesses.