The Bridgecast with Scott Kinka

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The role of IT leaders has never been more critical or more complex. The Bridgecast is where enterprise tech decision-makers come to make sense of it all and to connect the dots between technology, strategy, and business success. Hosted by veteran technologist and Bridgepointe Chief Strategy Officer Scott Kinka, each episode features candid conversations with top CIOs, CTOs, Innovators, Authors and Analysts. Together, they explore how to simplify technology decisions, drive measurable outcomes, and build stronger alignment between IT and the C-suite. True to its name, The Bridgecast is your link between innovation and execution, technology and leadership, IT and enterprise growth. Whether you're navigating hybrid work, cloud modernization, cybersecurity, or digital transformation, this show delivers the real-world stories and insights you need to lead with confidence. Subscribe, rate, and review to stay ahead of what’s next in enterprise IT. Presented by Bridgepointe Technologies, this podcast is for tech leaders, IT professionals, M&A officers, strategists, and company owners who are embracing the change.

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August 25, 2026Episode 11036 min

Reindustrialization and the AI Network Revolution

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Bill Long, Chief Product and Strategy Officer at Zayo, to discuss how AI, automation and US reindustrialization are redefining network infrastructure. Bill breaks down why machine-to-machine traffic is surging, why smart enterprises buy physical fiber over complex stacks and how Network as a Service (NaaS) is making infrastructure available at software speed. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

August 11, 2026Episode 10936 min

Modernizing CX with Blended AI & Human Teams

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Arun Chandra, Chief Operating Officer at NiCE, to discuss leading AI-driven enterprise transformation and modernizing customer experience. Drawing on his extensive operational leadership background at Disney, Meta and HP, Arun explores how organizations can treat AI as an operating system rather than an isolated tool. Learn how to orchestrate a blended workforce of AI agents and human agents to drive measurable business outcomes. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

July 28, 2026Episode 10839 min

Why True AGI is A Century Away and What Comes Next

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with John K. Thompson, AI and data leader, author of The Path to AGI and adjunct professor at the University of Michigan. John cuts through industry hype to explain why true Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is a century away and why enterprise leaders should focus on mixture-of-experts, causal AI and agentic workflows today. From the 70-year evolution of neural networks to practical steps for building AI literacy, this conversation delivers a realistic roadmap for business leaders navigating digital transformation. Essential listening for CIOs, CTOs, and executives driving enterprise technology strategy. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

July 14, 2026Episode 10741 min

Beyond the Hype: What Actually Separates AI Winners from Losers

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Maribel Lopez, founder and principal analyst of Lopez Research and regular contributor to Forbes, to unpack the operational realities of deploying AI inside enterprise organizations. Moving past the initial hype cycle, Maribel shares a clear-eyed look at why so many AI proof-of-concepts hit a wall and outlines the four core challenges businesses must solve: data preparedness, use case definition, measurement, and governance. From managing the hidden risks of autonomous AI agents to leveraging existing SaaS platforms for faster time-to-value, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for technology leaders looking to drive measurable productivity in 2026. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

July 1, 2026Episode 10633 min

The Executive Guide to Ethical AI and Governance

In this special compilation episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka brings together top artificial intelligence minds to discuss what it actually takes to deploy AI successfully in the enterprise. Featuring insights from SAS Vice President Reggie Townsend, Hummingbird Group Chief AI Officer Dr. Eva-Marie Muller-Stuler, and Silicon Foundry Venture Partner Elaine Barsoom, this episode cuts through the marketing noise. Listeners will discover how to establish trustworthy frameworks, eliminate systemic model bias, and align technical deployments with real business outcomes. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

June 16, 2026Episode 10540 min

Building Data Foundations for Agentic AI

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with William McKnight, President and Founder of McKnight Consulting Group, to dismantle the biggest misconceptions surrounding enterprise data strategy in the age of AI. With decades of experience advising global brands, William explains why rushing into Agentic AI without a strong data foundation is a recipe for failure. From the mechanics of the data mesh and managing total cost of ownership to his "one-point solution" framework for calculating ROI, this conversation offers a clear roadmap for IT leaders looking to turn data into a true strategic asset. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/\

June 3, 2026Episode 10442 min

From Zoom Boom to AI Boom: What's Next for Customer Experience

In this live episode of The Bridgecast from Channel Partners in Las Vegas, host Scott Kinka sits down with Zoom's Sean Fair, Head of Americas CX Sales and Go-to-Market, and Shana Hafterson, Head of Americas CX Channel. Together they explore Zoom's dramatic evolution from a video meeting platform into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise customer experience powerhouse. From agentic AI and workflow automation to real-time audio-to-audio translation, this conversation cuts through the noise to show how modern IT leaders can drive business growth through smarter contact center tech. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

May 19, 2026Episode 10342 min

Beyond Compliance: Building a Framework for Trustworthy AI

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Reggie Townsend, Vice President of AI Ethics, Governance, and Social Impact at SAS — a data and AI company celebrating 50 years in business. Reggie brings a rare commercial perspective to one of tech's most debated topics: how organizations can build and deploy AI that drives real business outcomes without sacrificing trust, fairness, or accountability. From his roots advising the White House's National AI Advisory Committee to developing SAS's four-pillar governance framework, Reggie makes the case that ethics isn't a constraint — it's a competitive advantage. Essential listening for business leaders, CIOs, and anyone navigating AI governance right now. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

May 5, 2026Episode 10233 min

Connectivity, Data, and People: The New IT Ecosystem

In this live episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Danny Benedetti and Jim Ortbals of Lumen Technologies to discuss the "cloudification" of the network. They explore how Lumen has transformed its legacy into a dynamic backbone for the AI economy and why the human element remains the most critical part of digital transformation. This conversation is essential for IT leaders navigating distributed ecosystems and the rapid pace of technological change. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

April 21, 2026Episode 10135 min

From Plumbing to AI: The Evolution of Managed Services

In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Frank Scanga, Executive Vice Chairman at XTIUM, to discuss why 70% of AI projects are currently failing. Frank shares his journey from founding ATSG in 1994 to leading a global organization that manages nearly a million users. They explore the resurgence of managed services, the transition to "full-stack" IT support, and how XTIUM is positioning itself as the "MSP of AI." To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/