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1. Building Teams & Transforming Media Tech - Jon Wilson, Grass Valley CEO - Ep 41

   15 december 2025 · 45 min

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   Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jon Wilson, CEO of Grass Valley, as he shares his remarkable journey from public accounting to leading one of the most iconic brands in broadcast media technology. Lees meer

   Jon's leadership philosophy emphasises trust, purpose, and continuous transformation. He shares candid insights about balancing innovation with customer timelines, maintaining iconic brand values whilst embracing change, and building partnerships that withstand inevitable challenges.

   Whether you're a content creator, media professional, or aspiring leader, this episode offers valuable wisdom on navigating transformation, developing your career, and building teams that thrive.

   In this episode, Jon discusses:

   His unconventional path from KPMG to media technology CEO

   Leading Grass Valley through its boldest transformation in 65 years

   Building high-performing teams with a 'humble and hungry' philosophy

   Shifting from legacy hardware to cloud-native broadcast solutions

   The importance of customer-first approaches during transformation

   How financial thinking enables better long-term leadership decisions

   The critical role of mentorship in career development

   Practical advice for those entering the content and media industry

   Chapters:

   00:00 Building Trust and Understanding Capabilities

   14:35 Examples of Leadership and Mentorship

   14:38 Pushing Team Members to Flourish

   14:49 The Reward of Leadership

   15:02 Influence of Team Sports

   15:08 Role as a Catcher in Baseball

   15:16 Role as a Point Guard in Basketball

   15:20 Limitations and Reflections

   About Our Guest:

   Jon Wilson is the CEO of Grass Valley, leading the company's transformation into a cloud-native solutions provider for the broadcast media industry. With a background spanning KPMG, Radius Networks, and Telestream, Jon brings extensive experience in finance, operations, and technology leadership. He is passionate about building high-performing teams and empowering customers through innovation.

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2. Protecting Content & Media - A Conversation with Tim Pearson, NAGRAVISION | Ep 40 Content & Media

   19 september 2025 · 32 min

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   We sit down with Tim Pearson, Vice President of Global Product Marketing and Strategic Alliances at NAGRAVISION. Lees meer

   With over 25 years of experience in media, telecoms, and content protection, Tim shares invaluable insights into the evolution of streaming security and the ongoing battle against digital piracy.

   Topics:

   • Tim's journey from delivering the world's first live 3G streaming event to leading security strategy at NAGRAVISION

   • How the industry is collaborating to combat organised piracy operations

   • The role of AI and emerging technologies in content protection

   • Why security should be viewed as a business enabler, not just a cost

   • The future of streaming platforms and service aggregation

   • Career advice for those entering the tech and media industries

   Timestamps:

   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

   00:20 Tim Pearson's Background and Career Journey

   02:44 Influences and Achievements

   05:36 Mentorship and Career Development

   07:45 Industry Changes and Recruitment

   13:02 Streaming Security and Anti-Piracy Efforts

   21:21 The Role of AI in Security

   30:58 Final Thoughts and Advice for Newcomers

   Tim provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how companies like NAGRAVISION work with broadcasters, studios, law enforcement, and technology partners to protect content from chip to cloud.

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3. Superhero DNA: What It Takes to Succeed in Media Technology - Episode 39 - Bob Boster, President at Clear-Com

   12 maart 2025 · 41 min

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   Join hosts Tegan Valeny & Henry Johnson as they explore what it takes to succeed in media technology with Bob Boster, President at Clear-Com, who reveals the "superhero DNA" that drives excellence in the communications industry. Lees meer

   Throughout the episode, Bob shares his remarkable 18-year journey at Clear-Com, from his early experiences as an 8-year-old theater kid using Clear-Com belt packs to leading a company whose technology reaches nearly 70% of the world's population. He discusses the critical importance of finding team members willing to go above and beyond—jumping on planes to solve customer problems and tackling unique challenges across diverse industries.

   Listen along as Bob offers valuable insights on talent retention, the evolution of communication technology, and why problem-solving agility matters more than job descriptions. He also shares his perspective on sustainable innovation, the potential of cloud-based solutions and AI, and why Clear-Com's customer service orientation has been key to their decades of success.

   Chapters:

   00:00:54 - Bob's introduction and background

   00:02:02 - Early career and experiences with Clear-Com

   00:05:55 - Journey to leadership at Clear-Com

   00:10:38 - Proudest career achievements

   00:13:07 - Keys to talent retention

   00:16:42 - The "superhero DNA" needed in hiring

   00:20:08 - What drew Bob to communication technology

   00:24:31 - How communication technology will evolve

   00:28:55 - What sets Clear-Com apart

   00:32:43 - Clear-Com's global impact

   00:35:25 - Quick fire round

   00:39:16 - Advice for industry newcomers

   About our guest:

   Bob Boster has served as President of Clear-Com for over 18 years, bringing a unique background in dramatic arts, radio, and audio technology to his leadership role. His hands-on experience with communication systems from childhood theater productions to professional broadcasting has shaped his customer-focused approach to business leadership and his eye for identifying the "superhero" qual…

4. The Power of Representation - Episode 38 - Krystal Brendel, Vice President of People at Quickplay

   22 januari 2025 · 48 min

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   Discover the importance of authentic representation and truly inclusive and diverse teams in this episode with Krystal Brendel, the Vice President of People at Quickplay. Lees meer

   Krystal shared her experiences as a Black woman in the content industry, touching on topics like mentorship, continuous learning and authentic leadership as she shared her vision for a more diverse and inclusive future.

   Tune in now to find out more about inclusive talent acquisition strategies.

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5. Adapting Within Content & Media - Episode 37 - Mitch Askenas, Executive Director, Video Platform - Head of Commercial, Americas at Comcast Technology Solutions

   13 januari 2025 · 33 min

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   Join us to unpack the evolving challenges in the content and media sector in this conversation with Mitch Askenas, the Executive Director, Video Platform - Head of Commercial, Americas at Comcast Technology Solutions. Lees meer

   During the episode, Mitch shared how adapting to new technologies has helped him progress in his career, the shift towards streaming platforms, and the traits he looks for when he’s expanding his team.

   Listen along to find out what the future could look like for content companies.

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6. The Application of AI In Sports Media - Episode 36 - Elliot Renton, SVP of Asia Pacific at Magnifi

   6 december 2024 · 39 min

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   Join us and Elliot Renton, the SVP of Asia Pacific at Magnifi, as we explore the impact of AI on sports media in different localities. Lees meer

   In this episode, we also touched on hiring challenges and advice for young people looking to enter the world of sports media.

   Listen along for Elliot’s insights into the latest developments - and future direction - of sports media.

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7. Changing Priorities Around AI - Episode 35 - Till Sudworth, CMO and Head of BU Video at NPAW

   28 oktober 2024 · 23 min

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   Discover the importance of empathy in leadership in this conversation with Till Sudworth, the CMO and Head of BU Video at NPAW. Lees meer

   We also discussed his insights from the recent IBC event, as well as his predictions for AI’s impact on the wider content and media industry.

   Tune in to hear more about the shifting talent landscape and the developing opportunities in the sector.

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8. Attracting Diverse Talent to Sports Media - Episode 34 - Anna Lockwood, Head of Media & Sport at Telstra International

   4 september 2024 · 36 min

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   Explore the ever-changing world of sports broadcasting with us in this episode, featuring Anna Lockwood, the Head of Media & Sport at Telstra International. Lees meer

   Our conversation also touched on key talent topics in the content and media industry, as well as the benefits of attracting more diverse talent to the sector.

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9. Broadpeak at IBC 2024 - Episode 33 - Mathias Guille, VP of Cloud Platforms at Broadpeak

   27 augustus 2024 · 42 min

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   Explore the range of flexible cloud streaming solutions with Mathias Guille, the VP of Cloud Platforms at Broadpeak. He joined us to talk about Broadpeak’s innovative technical solutions, as well as the future of personalisation as he sees it unfolding on the cloud. Lees meer

   Tune in for a sneak peek at Broadpeak’s offerings at IBC 2024.

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10. Staying Relevant in Content & Media - Episode 32 - Chris Pulis, Chief Technology Officer at Globecast

    11 juli 2024 · 43 min

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    Transformation is the key to staying relevant in the content and media industry. Chris Pulis, the Chief Technology Officer at Globecast, joined us to share his advice for other leaders who want to guide their teams to new heights. Lees meer

    In this episode, we explored the industry's growing talent issues, including the skills that new hires need to survive in a transforming industry.

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