Open Comments, hosted by The Open Group
Welcome to Open Comments hosted by The Open Group
Themes and Topics: Lifelong Learning | Career Journeys | Career Advice | Inspiring Conversations | AI | Cybersecurity | Virtual Data Lakes | HR | Enterprise Architecture | Information Technology | Business Careers | Creative Sectors | Education + Beyond
The podcasts feature subject matter experts and panels including industry leaders, and The Open Group staff.
Season 3 premiering from January 2026 onwards.
Host: Ash – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA – Certified Proofreader
and Editor (CMP) – Certified Business Writer (CMP), Content Marketing Manager,
joined The Open Group in 2020, initially working in the Certification Team as a Certification Services Agent, before moving into the Marketing Team, where he now works on marketing collateral, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), and produces/hosts The Open Group, Open Comments Podcast.
Disclaimer: The Open Comments Podcast (hosted by The Open Group) is presented purely for informational and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests are their own and are not intended to harm or offend any group, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything.
Episodes
46 episodes
Open Comments: S3 Ep.1 - Psychological Safety as a Creative Leadership Practice with Donna Preece-Jones
Ever wondered what happens when we feel truly safe to create, innovate, and express ourselves authentically? In this episode, Donna Preece-Jones, Creative Leadership Facilitator and founder of the Dynamic Potential Academy, shares her journey f...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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40:16
Open Comments S2: Ep. 12 - The Open Group OSDU® Forum and Beyond with Stef Jacobs
The energy data world is racing toward a milestone that promises less friction and more progress: a vendor-neutral foundation that operators, cloud providers, and innovators can all trust. We invited Stef Jacobs, Chair of The Open Group OSDU® F...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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19:40
Open Comments S2: Ep. 11 - The Power of IT Sustainability, AI, and Energy for a Resilient Future, with Abhijit Sunil
AI is racing ahead, and the power bill is coming due. We sit down with Forrester Senior Analyst Abhijit Sunil to unpack how energy, climate risk, and circularity now shape every serious IT roadmap—from where to place AI workloads to how to buy,...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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35:10
Open Comments S2: Ep. 10 - Beyond Security and Zero Trust with John Linford
The ground under cybersecurity is always moving, but the smartest teams aren’t chasing shiny tools—they’re changing how they think. We sit down with John Linford, Forum Director of the Security Portfolio at The Open Group, to revisit zero trust...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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16:42
Open Comments: S2 - Mini Episode: Time Management - Balancing Deep Work and Reactive Tasks with Ash
Time slips through our fingers like sand, yet mastering its flow might be the most valuable skill any professional can develop. This compelling mini-episode delves into the often misunderstood art of time management across diverse professional ...
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Season 2
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5:22
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 9 - Strategic Intelligence: AI in Government with Dr. Darren Pulsipher
Dr. Darren Pulsipher shares his journey from Silicon Valley Software Engineer to Chief Solution Architect for Intel's public sector and Chair of The Open Group Government Enterprise Architecture Workgroup. He discusses the Government Digital Tr...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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25:35
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 8 - Reigniting Your Passion: Enterprise Architecture in the Age of Generative AI with Anil Lakhan
The architectural landscape is transforming before our eyes, and staying relevant means embracing the extraordinary potential of generative AI while deepening our uniquely human capabilities. In this thought-provoking conversation, Anil Lakhan—...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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19:33
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 7 - Training the Future: Nova Smar’s Knowledge-Building Initiatives with Libanio Souza and Luciano Botto
What happens when standards escape the page and become tangible, hands-on experiences? That's the question Nova Smar is answering with their groundbreaking O-PAS Standard Roadshow, as revealed in this enlightening conversation with Libanio Souz...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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17:20
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 6 - PETROBRAS - Brazilian Energy: The Journey so Far with Leonardo Melo and Pascoal Mello
PETROBRAS IT leaders Leonardo Melo and Pascoal Mello share how The Open Group OSDU® Forum is transforming data management in oil exploration, creating interoperability between applications, and making workflows more efficient and cost-...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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17:18
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 5 - Modeling Security Architecture - The SABSA Security Overlay for ArchiMate® with Steven Bradley and Bonnie Demeyer
This episode is dedicated to John Sherwood (1947-2025) who founded the SABSA Institute with David Lynas, where he was the Chief Architect of the SABSA methodology. A pioneer in his own right, John’s legacy will continue through the future effor...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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28:56
Open Comments: S2 - Mini Episode: The Components of Lifelong Learning with Ash
What if the most valuable skill you could develop isn't a skill at all, but rather a mindset? Lifelong learning stands as the ultimate competitive advantage in our rapidly evolving world, and this episode unpacks exactly what it means to embrac...
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Season 2
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6:24
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 4 - Enterprise Architecture at the Crossroads of Business and Technology with Doron Orbach
Doron Orbach, Director of Product Management for Enterprise Architecture at ServiceNow, shares insights from his 20+ year career in product and engineering, exploring how collaboration and continuous learning drive success in technology leaders...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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27:38
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 3 - Lights, Camera, Passion: The Drive Behind Authentic Filmmaking with Meera Darji
What drives a documentary filmmaker to capture the untold stories of marginalized communities? Award-winning filmmaker Meera Darji takes us behind the scenes of her creative journey, revealing how mentorship transformed her approach to storytel...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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37:08
Open Comments: S2 Ep.2 - Merging Collaboration and Innovation within The Open Group OSDU® Forum with Huub Streng
Collaboration isn't just a buzzword—it's the engine that powers innovation in complex technical environments. Huub Streng, OSDU® Data Platform Advisor at Total Energies, joins us to unpack what makes teams truly successful.From his rema...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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27:41
Open Comments: S2 Ep.1 - E is for Exploring The Open Group OSDU® Management Committee (OMC) with Einar Landre
Journey through the evolving landscape of technology and energy as Einar Landre shares his remarkable career path from computer scientist to an Oil and Gas industry veteran. Dividing his professional life into two distinct chapters, Einar takes...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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22:00
Open Comments - Episode 30: Career Journeys, Skill Growth, and Lifelong Learning with Ash, Oliver, and Irene
Ever wondered how diverse marketing roles can be within dynamic organizations? Join us as we explore this vibrant landscape with our hosts, Ash, Oliver, and Irene. From the excitement of event planning to the challenge of marketing...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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32:24
Open Comments - Episode 29: Staying Resilient and Continuing to Grow within Your Career with Roberto Severo
Experience the journey of Roberto Severo, whose passion for programming at the tender age of 13 set the stage for a distinguished career in IT and Enterprise Architecture. As the Country Manager for The Open Group in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru,...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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31:26
Open Comments - Episode 28: Navigating Career Challenges and Mental Health Insights with Daniel John
Ever wondered how to turn your struggles into strengths? Our guest, Daniel John, founder of "You, Me and Anxiety," shares his transformative journey from a directionless university graduate to a successful freelance copywriter and content manag...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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18:37
Open Comments - Episode 27: Success, Low Points, and Continuous Learning with Rob Saunders
Rob Saunders' journey from Coventry to the heart of the music industry is nothing short of inspiring. Imagine growing up surrounded by your parents' vinyl collection, cultivating an insatiable passion for music that leads you to manage a band a...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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10:39
Open Comments - Episode 26: Exploring World Standards Day with Steve Nunn
Can standards in technology be the unsung heroes of innovation? Join us as we celebrate World Standards Day with Steve Nunn, President and CEO of The Open Group, who shares his fascinating journey from a...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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42:42
Open Comments - Episode 25: From Clicks to Progress on International Youth Day - Digital Pathways and Green Skills with Ash, Oliver, and Irene
How are young people leveraging digital technologies to shape a sustainable future? Join us on Open Comments as we look back on International Youth Day with the theme "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development....
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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9:34
Open Comments - Episode 24: Celebrating the 15 Year Anniversary of the ArchiMate® Forum with Kelly Canon, Marc Lankhorst, Jean-Baptiste Sarrodie, and Leos Mates
Ever wondered how a Dutch research project evolved into a global standard? Join us for a special celebration of the ArchiMate® Forum's 15th anniversary as we uncover the fascinating history and impact of ArchiMate. Featuring insights from Kelly...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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27:30
Open Comments - Episode 23: Understanding Energistics and the Part it Plays with Pablo Perez
Unlock the secrets of data standards in the oil and gas industry with insights from Pablo Perez of the Energistics® Consortium. Recorded live from The Open Group Summit in Edinburgh, Pablo takes us on a journey from his early days in Venezuela ...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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30:00
Open Comments - Episode 22: Round Table Talk: The Open Group Professional Certification (Open Professions) Program with Andras Szakal, Deborah Schoonover, and Tony Black
Unlock the secrets of career progression with the Open Professions certification program, as we sit down with Andras Szakal, VP CTO of The Open Group, Deborah Schoonover, Director of Certification, The Open Group, and Tony Black from Kyndryl. T...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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24:14
Open Comments - Episode 21: Ecosystems Architecture meets New Thinking, with Phil Tetlow, Paul Homan, Neal Fishman, and Rahul
Embark on a transformative journey with the masterminds, Dr. Phil Tetlow, Paul Homan, Neal Fishman, and Rahul, as we dissect the intricacies of IT ecosystems. Their groundbreaking book "Ecosystems Architecture: New Thinking for Practitioners in...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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52:29