Open Comments, hosted by The Open Group
Welcome to Open Comments hosted by The Open Group*, where we’ll discuss things openly with our guests from a variety of backgrounds and from different walks of life. Through this podcast, we hope to give you an inside look into a variety of topics with an equal mix of humor and candor.
In this series so far, we have touched on the following topics: Healthcare, HR, Diversity + Access to Technology, Cybersecurity, and lots more. We hope you enjoy our show and look forward to bringing more topics into the fold. Let’s get started!
*The Open Group is a global consortium that enables the achievement of business objectives through technology standards and open source initiatives by fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect among our diverse group of 900+ memberships. Our Membership includes customers, systems and solutions suppliers, tool vendors, integrators, academics, and consultants across multiple industries.
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.
Host: Ash (Marketing Specialist, The Open Group)
Episodes
32 episodes
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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36:13
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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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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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
Open Comments - Episode 20: S is for Security and E is for Evolving, with John Feezell
Embark on an inspirational cyber journey with John Feezell, who proves that with passion and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, the leap from music to mastering the intricacies of IT and cybersecurity is not only possible but can propel one ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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30:19
Open Comments - Episode 19: Following your Passion and Commanding Change with Sonia Gonzalez
When Sonia Gonzalez charts her voyage from El Salvador's energy sector to her impactful work with The Open Group, it's more than a career recap—it's the blueprint for thriving in a world where adaptability reigns. Our conversation with Sonia, D...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:06:04
Open Comments - Episode 18: Perseverance: In Conversation with Stephen Caton
Embark on a transformative journey with Stephen Caton, a former hotel and restaurant manager turned Chief Investment Officer at Patreon Partners, as he tells the tale of his unexpected pivot into the world of wealth management. With a candid op...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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31:51
Open Comments - Episode 17: At the Helm of Change: Enterprise Architecture's Role in Agile, with Charlie Betz
Are you ready to shake up your perceptions about Enterprise Architecture? That's exactly what you'll do after listening in on our fascinating conversation with Charlie Betz, who helms Forrester's Enterprise Architecture EA Priority. This episod...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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31:13
Open Comments - Episode 16: The Path to Zero Trust: Insights from Jason Garbis, Founder of Numberline Security
Imagine embarking on a fascinating journey through Jason Garbis' career, the founder of Numberline Security. We promise that you'll gain a wealth of wisdom from Jason's experiences in the tech and enterprise architecture world. Together, we exp...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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22:07
Open Comments - Episode 15: Chat GPT, Web Browsing and More: Delving Deep into AI with Dr. Chris Harding
Picture this - what if you could have a deep and intellectual conversation about the intriguing world of Artificial Intelligence? That's exactly what we do this week as we engage with Dr. Chris Harding. This conversation unravels the role of AI...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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30:08
Open Comments - Episode 14: Unleashing the Power of IT Sustainability: A Dialogue with Abhijit Sunil
What would you say if we told you the future of your organization's resilience could be significantly bolstered by climate action? Well, that's exactly what our esteemed guest Abhijit Sunil, a senior analyst with Forrester Research, discusses i...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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50:23
Open Comments - Episode 13: Decoding Security and Zero Trust, with John Linford
What happens when an expert in economics ventures into the complex world of cybersecurity? Today, we bring you insights from John Linford, the Forum Director of The Open Group, Security Forum, and Open Trusted Technology Forum. We journey throu...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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33:31
Open Comments - Security and Zero Trust: In a Nutshell, with John Linford
John Linford is the Forum Director of The Open Group Security Forum and Open Trusted Technology Forum. As staff at The Open Group, John supports the leaders and participants of the Open Trusted Technolog...
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Season 1
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3:38
Open Comments - Episode 12: The Nutritional Value of Knowledge with Tony Black
Tony Black is a Healthcare/Life Sciences Technical Leader for Kyndryl, where he works with healthcare payers, providers, pharmaceuticals, and partners to create solutions that address the business needs and challenges of his clients.He h...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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46:35
Open Comments - Episode 11: Upskilling, Reskilling and The Art of Reinvention, with Jim Hietala
Jim Hietala, Open FAIR, CISSP, GSEC, is Vice President, Sustainability and Market Development for The Open Group, where he is responsible for sustainability programs, including market development for our ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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21:39
Open Comments - Episode 10: The Art of Lifelong Learning and Finding Purpose with Paul Smith
Paul Smith (https://tellmeaboutpod.com/) - An experienced and successful business builder with ownership, leadership and management interests in a variety of businesses. Specialties: Start-ups, mentorin...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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47:33
Open Comments – Episode 9: The Sky’s the Limit with Ms. Joanne Woytek
Ms. Joanne Woytek is the Program Director for the NASA SEWP Program. Ms.Woytek manages the strategic direction, planning, and day-to-day operations ofSEWP -a premier Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) providing FederalAgenc...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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24:15