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Jun 2026

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Plugged In dives deep into the ever-evolving world of technology with a special emphasis on how it intersects with our daily lives, businesses, and the broader society. Guided by Mark Sephton, a globally renowned personal mentor to entrepreneurs and a passionate technophile, this podcast unravels the complexities of the tech world, offering listeners insights that are both profound and practical. With Mark's rich experience, having interviewed over 4,500 individuals across various platforms, expect to embark on a journey of discovery, innovation, and digital mastery.

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June 2, 2026Episode 2623 min

Anthony Vinci Is Teaching Companies to Think Like Intelligence Agencies

Anthony Vinci, founder of Vico and author of The Fourth Intelligence Revolution, explains why companies drowning in data need better intelligence, not just more automation. Drawing on his background in intelligence, investing, and technology leadership, he explores how AI can help organizations forecast risk, challenge assumptions, and make faster strategic decisions. The conversation looks at trust, culture, human judgment, and why the future of AI may depend on treating it less like software and more like a teammate.

April 27, 2026Episode 2535 min

Tan Chrissis Is Building AI That Doesn't Tell You What to Think

In this episode, Tan Chrissis shares how he's rethinking artificial intelligence as a tool for human reflection rather than simple output. The conversation explores Cognitive Verse, a platform designed to help users process thoughts, emotions, and performance data in a more meaningful way. It's a look at what AI might become when the goal shifts from productivity to self-understanding.

February 23, 2026Episode 2433 min

Greg Whalen on Engineering Trust Into the Future of AI

Mark welcomes Greg Whalen, CTO of Prove AI, to explore what it really takes to move generative AI from impressive demos to trusted, production-ready systems. They unpack why observability, telemetry, and operational governance are now essential for scaling AI safely, and what engineering leaders must prioritize to keep AI reliable over the long term.

January 28, 2026Episode 2318 min

How Saleem Shaik Sees AI Rewriting the Rules for Modern Business

In this episode, Saleem Shaik explores how AI is reshaping competition, productivity, and decision-making for modern businesses of all sizes. Drawing from real-world experience, he breaks down where AI delivers immediate impact, why small teams now move faster than ever, and how to use these tools as practical assistants rather than replacements. The conversation offers a grounded look at what smart AI adoption actually looks like today and what will separate high-performing businesses in the years ahead.

November 17, 2025Episode 2218 min

Tim Seward Is Redefining Electric Ride Culture Through Design

Electric mobility has its innovators, but few have shaped a true riding culture the way Tim Seward has. In this episode, the ONYX Motors chief design officer reveals how a designer's obsession, a rider's instinct, and a skateboarder's community ethos built one of the most distinctive EV brands on the road. This conversation is a deep dive into performance, identity, and why the future of two-wheel electric design is as emotional as it is technical.

October 29, 2025Episode 2123 min

Inside Antony Bream's Rebellion Against Lazy Tech Sales

Antony Bream doesn't preach disruption, he dissects the mess beneath it: the bad data, the empty "AI-powered" hype, and the human chaos driving modern sales. In Revenue Realism, he unpacks why automation has stripped the soul out of selling and how founders can rebuild it with truth, timing, and empathy. It's part data science, part therapy, a brutally honest look at how to sell smarter in an age that's forgotten how to listen.

October 2, 2025Episode 2019 min

Inside Oilstainlab, Nikita Bridan's Mission to Build Cars for Maniacs

Nikita Bridan of Oilstainlab reveals how he and his brother are rewriting the rules of automotive design. From global influences to the raw spirit of 1960s racing, the HF-11 is their vision of what cars should feel like. This episode explores how passion, independence, and controlled chaos can create machines that are both timeless and unforgettable.

September 30, 2025Episode 1918 min

The End of Fake Data? How Balint Pasztor's DiffuseDrive Is Powering Real AI

Balint Pasztor, CEO and co-founder of DiffuseDrive, reveals how his company is redefining synthetic data to train AI systems with realistic, diverse, and scalable edge cases. From autonomous vehicles to defense applications, DiffuseDrive is tackling the simulation-to-reality gap that has long slowed AI progress. In this episode, Balint shares his journey from Hungary to Silicon Valley, the power of his co-founder partnership, and why the future of AI depends on better data.

September 26, 2025Episode 1820 min

Dr. Peter Bonutti and Realeve Are Rewriting Brain Health Around the Patient

Dr. Peter Bonutti has spent 40 years redefining what good outcomes mean. Less pain, faster recovery, and a return to real life. Now as CEO of Realeve he is tackling medicine's toughest frontier, finding ways to deliver therapies through the blood-brain barrier to restore brain function. From minimally invasive breakthroughs to surgical robotics and precision delivery in the central nervous system, Bonutti's work places the patient at the center. Hear how Realeve could change the trajectory of dementia, migraine, stroke recovery, and more.

September 26, 2025Episode 1718 min

Evan Floersch Is Building the Future of Sports with the Texas Ranchers

Evan Floersch isn't treating the Texas Ranchers like just another sports franchise, he's building them into a cultural movement. As CEO and co-owner, he's blending storytelling, technology, and community to redefine what sports ownership looks like. From celebrity-backed collaborations to youth development powered by AI, Floersch's vision goes far beyond pickleball. This episode explores how the Ranchers are setting the stage for a new era of sports, entertainment, and belonging.