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This podcast is hosted by 2 leaders in the Australian Technology sector - CIO Tom Leyden and Josh Rubens Managing Director at IT Consultancy Empyrean.
They take an informative and conversational look at topical IT matters on a monthly basis. They discuss key topics such as; IT strategy and digitisation, Cloud computing, AI, IT security, IT infrastructure, Vendors, and people leadership.
Each episode reviews industry news and takes a deeper look at IT vendor strategies and innovation with special guests and experts on various topics.
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Recent Episodes
From Marble Cake to Long-Distance Calls: Rethinking AI in the Enterprise
Andrew Welch, global AI technologist and thought leader, joins us to ask a confronting question: are you using AI to amplify your judgment, or quietly outsourcing your brain? He dishes up real-world…
Agentic AI Adoption and Governance: Enterprise IT Predictions for 2026
Josh and Tom break down how to actually use agentic AI in the enterprise – from Copilot-style platform agents to specialist off‑the‑shelf tools
SaaSpocalypse Now: Why AI Won’t Kill SaaS, But Will Change It Forever
A trillion dollars in SaaS value wiped and AI can now build apps in hours. Tom and Josh unpack the “SaaSpocalypse”, who’s really at risk, and how IT leaders can consolidate and renegotiate.
Dark LLMs, Immutable Storage, and HR Pivots: Enterprise IT Predictions for 2026
Dark LLMs and ransomware-proof backups collide with recruitment resets and the rise of non-human identities. Josh and Tom share practical predictions on security, governance, and digital provenance…
Microsoft Ignite 2025: Turning Data, AI, and Governance into Competitive Advantage
Ignite 2025 showed where Microsoft is really placing its bets. Tune in to our end of year podcast, and for an insightful analysis of the implications for IT leaders responsible for scale, security…
From Screening to Scheduling: How AI Is Transforming Talent Acquisition
Join Josh and Tom in a deep dive into how AI is reshaping recruitment, with Randstad CIO Chris English sharing real-world wins, challenges and what’s coming next for talent tech. A candid chat on the…
Building the Foundation for AI: How to Choose the Right Data Platform
How do you turn messy, siloed data into fuel for AI? In this episode, Empyrean’s Data Lead Siva Shivaganken joins Josh and Tom to explain the journey from raw to refined data, using practical…
Shadow AI: Hidden Risks and Real Solutions
Josh and Tom are joined by Empyrean IT Cyber Security Practice Lead, David Stevenson to unravel why 78% of employees bring their own AI tools to work—often on personal devices—and how IT leaders can…
From Chaos to Control: Architecting AI Ecosystems for Strategic Impact
In this episode, Tom and Josh unpack the concept of AI ecosystem architectures - a strategic approach to navigating the chaos of rapid AI adoption. They explore how CIOs and IT leaders can shift from…
The 7 Forces That Shape IT
Join Tom and Josh as they reveal the seven essential forces every IT leader needs to drive business success. From aligning IT with business strategy to building a skilled team, mastering vendor…
VMware After Broadcom: What Now for IT Leaders?
Broadcom bought VMware… and broke it for the little guys. We break down what’s changed, who’s hurting most, and what alternatives like Proxmox and Nutanix bring to the table. Empyrean IT Cloud and…
One Million $1 Ideas: Enterprise AI in Action at Pitcher Partners
Tired of hearing "agentic" every second sentence? So are we. But when Brett Johnstone talks AI, we listen. Join us as Pitcher Partners CIO Brett Johnstone breaks down how his firm is successfully…
Bye SaaS, Hello AaaS: Enter the AI Agents
Is SaaS over? Maybe not dead, but it's definitely worth checking its pulse. With AI agents on the rise, Josh and Tom unpack whether the software world is heading for a major shake-up. They explore…
Navigating Cybersecurity Consolidation with Fortinet
In this episode, John Milionis, Channel Sales Director Australia at Fortinet, and David Stevenson, Empyrean cybersecurity lead, join our hosts to discuss the growing trend of cybersecurity…
Predictions and Our Vision for 2025
Josh and Tom discuss their insights on what 2025 holds, from the rise of AI agents and multimodal models to the end of passwords and the resurgence of private cloud solutions. A thought-provoking…
AI Innovations from Microsoft Ignite 2024 – Key Highlights Part 2
In this second part of their Ignite 2024 review, hosts Tom Leyden and Josh Rubens continue exploring Microsoft's latest innovations, with a focus on groundbreaking advancements in AI, the Power…
AI Innovations from Microsoft Ignite 2024 – Key Highlights Part 1
Join hosts Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden as they delve into the transformative announcements from Microsoft’s Ignite 2024 conference. In this first of a two-part series, they focus on advancements in…
Cloud Storage 3.0: Revolutionizing Backup and Cybersecurity with Wasabi
In this episode, we’re joined by Stephen Madden, ANZ Technical Alliance Manager at Wasabi, exploring the evolution of cloud storage and Wasabi’s innovative solutions. Utilising topical use cases in…
The Future of Low-Code & AI: Insights from Microsoft Power Platform Conference
Join hosts Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden, along with guest Andrew Hehir, head of the Empyrean IT Power Platform Practice, as they dive into the recent Microsoft Power Platform Community Conference.…
AI First: Cutting Through The Hype
In Episode #61 of the Leading IT Podcast, hosts Josh Rubens and Tom Leyden dive deep into the current state of AI with guest Dave Phung, Chief Disruptor at GPT Strategic. The trio discuss real-world…
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Leading IT - APAC Insights has published 80 episodes since May 2020, covering topics in Business, Technology.
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