Product Voices

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  AI Is Everywhere, But What Business Impact Is It Making? 28.07.2026 27min

  AI is everywhere, but what business impact is it really making? In this episode, JJ Rorie talks with Faisal Masud, President of HP’s Digital Services and Workforce Experience, about where AI is delivering clear ROI today, how it’s reshaping product teams, and why “less is more” when it comes to headcount. They explore the shift from dashboards to intelligent nudges, the move from seat-based pricing to outcome-based value, and what it now means for product managers to think and operate l...
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  Human-Centered Product Management in the Age of AI (with Amanda Di Dio) 08.01.2026 32min

  In this episode of Product Voices, JJ Rorie sits down with Amanda Di Dio, Vice President of Partnerships at Optimistic Design, to explore how product teams can thoughtfully navigate AI without losing sight of what matters most: people. Amanda shares her journey from traditional program and product management into systems thinking and human-centered design—and how that shift changed the way she views responsibility, impact, and decision-making in product work. Together, JJ and Amanda unpack wh...
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  Beyond Features: How AI is Redefining the Product Manager’s Role 11.11.2025 30min

  In this insightful episode of Product Voices, JJ Rorie talks with Gopikrishnan Anilkumar, Principal Product Manager at Amazon and member of the Forbes Technology Council, about how artificial intelligence is transforming the craft of product management. Gopikrishnan shares his journey from traditional software product management to leading AI-driven teams at major companies like Amazon, Walmart, and Goldman Sachs. Together, JJ and Gopikrishnan explore what remains constant in great product ma...
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  Breaking into Product Management: Lessons from a Non-Traditional Journey 08.01.2025 29min

  In this episode of Product Voices, Vinod Thomas, a product manager at Google, discusses his non-traditional journey into product management. He emphasizes the importance of transferable skills such as communication, collaboration, and data analytics, while debunking the myth that coding is essential for the role. Vinod highlights the value of networking and building genuine professional relationships as key to career advancement. He offers advice for aspiring product managers to understand th...
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  Cultural Intelligence and Its Role in Shaping Product Strategy 12.12.2024 49min

  On this episode, Dr. Chui Chui Tan dives into the critical importance of culturalization in product management. She explains that culturalization involves deep adaptation to local cultural nuances, behaviors, and mentalities, requiring continuous adjustment. Dr. Tan outlines three levels of culturalization and emphasizes the need for strategic research to uncover unmet needs and cultural sensitivities, rather than just tactical questions. She also highlights the importance...
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  Navigating the Perils of Product Leadership: Tips for Success 03.12.2024 41min

  On this episode, we have a great dialogue and debate about the current state of product leadership. What's good. What's bad. What's ugly. :) You'll hear from Beks Yelland and Therese Stowell, both bringing their expertise and unique perspectives to the conversation.
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  The Power of Empathy in Product Management 19.11.2024 36min

  In this episode of Product Voices, I speak with Cristina Crespo, VP of Product at Paytient, about the crucial role of empathy in product management. Cristina defines empathy, differentiates it from sympathy, and emphasizes its impact on creating user-centered products. We discuss how empathy correlates with business success through frameworks like the product-led growth flywheel, and she shares strategies for leveraging research to enhance user experiences. Cristina also highlig...
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  Product Isn't Working Anymore! 12.11.2024 36min

  In this episode of Product Voices, we engage in an in-depth discussion about the evolving landscape of product management and the challenges it faces in what we term the "new age of product." Two exceptional guests, Tara Goldman and Mackenzie Hughes, who bring decades of experience in leading product teams and navigating the complexities of the tech industry, help unpack the realities of current product management practices and explore how the community can redefine its approach to cre...
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  The Two-Hour Design Sprint 29.10.2024 32min

  In this episode, I talk with Teresa Cain, a prominent product and design expert, about her book "Solving Problems in Two Hours: How to Brainstorm and Create Solutions with Two-Hour Design Sprints." We delve into the two-hour design sprint methodology, emphasizing its role in rapid problem-solving and empowerment of product managers to lead collaborative sessions and shares practical steps for implementing these techniques, offering valuable insights for product management professionals...
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  Change Fatigue in Product Management 24.10.2024 29min

  Hannah Clark, the Editor of The Product Manager, joins to discuss the complexities of change fatigue in product management. We explore how the relentless pace of change can drive innovation while simultaneously leading to team exhaustion and frustration. Hannah shares insights from her experience in startups and emphasizes the necessity for leaders to balance innovation with stability to maintain morale. We discuss the importance of psychological safety for individual contributors and ...
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  Bridging Intention to Impact 20.08.2024 29min

  Connor Joyce, author of "Bridging Intention to Impact" and senior user researcher at Microsoft joins us to discuss his book where he emphasizes the importance of focusing on user outcomes and behaviors in product management. He shares his journey in writing the book, stressing the need for evidence-backed decision-making and experimentation to drive successful products. Connor advocates for prioritizing user needs over usage metrics and implementing a culture of data-driven decision-ma...
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  Scaling Products 13.08.2024 36min

  Purni Siddarth, Principal Product Manager at Peek shares key insights from her experience at Expedia, Dividend Finance, and Peek, emphasizing the importance of optimized processes, software choices, and infrastructure for successful scalability. She advocates for a minimum viable approach, collaboration, and feedback to drive effective product scaling. Tune in for valuable perspectives on enhancing your product management skills.
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  How Product Managers & Leaders Can Prepare for their Next Career Steps 06.08.2024 43min

  Join us in this episode as we chat with Chad McAllister, a renowned product management expert. Chad emphasizes the importance of continual learning in product management, touching on key aspects like strategy, portfolio management, and team dynamics. He offers advice on leveraging diverse backgrounds, transitioning into product management, and aspiring to leadership roles. Chad's insights shed light on navigating the dynamic landscape of product management for those aiming to excel in the fie...
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  Listening & Observing: A Key to Success in Product Management 29.07.2024 26min

  In this episode, we discuss the vital skills of listening and observing and how these can lead to success in product management. Guest Monika Murugesan, a seasoned product executive, advisor, mentor, and guest lecturer at Northwestern University, shares practical tips are shared for enhancing these skills, leading to informed decision-making and successful product development.
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  The Future of B2C Subscription Products: The Impact of ML, AI, Data, & More 14.02.2024 38min

  Sheetal Rajpal, an amazing product leader with experience at Amazon, LendingTree, and PepsiCo joins the podcast to discuss the future of B2C subscription products (and all digital products, for that matter) and how ML, AI, data analysis, and more will be shaping that future. Learn more at ProductVoices.com.
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  Future Proofing Your Products - Why Infrastructure is Sexy! 31.01.2024 33min

  In this episode of Product Voices, our guest Kalia Aragon, Director of Product at Flatiron Health, discusses infrastructure and future-proofing products. She emphasizes the importance of diverse teams and a problem-solving approach. Kalia highlights the key attributes of future-proofing and advises product managers to engage early, build tech competency, and foster communication. She raises concerns about data privacy in AI advancements and encourages empathy and thoughtfulness in the field.&...
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  How to Stand Out in the Product Management Job Market 19.01.2024 39min

  On this episode, we discuss how to stand out in the product management job market. Our guest is Chris Mason, co-founder of Intelligent People, a product management recruitment agency. Chris shares his expertise on the evolving job market and the increasing visibility of product management as a discipline. He highlights the growing number of graduates and better training options in this field. Chris also mentions the rise of Chief Product Officers and product-led organizations. However, he ca...
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  The Relationship between the CPO & CTO 10.01.2024 29min

  In this episode, we explore the crucial relationship between the Chief Product Officer (CPO) and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). We discuss the need for partnership, open communication, and trust between these roles. Our guest, Jodi McDermott, shares valuable insights on building a strong CPO-CTO foundation. We emphasize the importance of compromise, alignment, and transparency in leadership, as well as fostering a unified team culture. Listen for insights on... Building a Strong Foundati...
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  The Product Momentum Gap 03.01.2024 41min

  In this episode, we discuss the book "Product Momentum Gap" with authors Andrea Saez and Dave Martin. We explore indicators of a momentum gap in product management and the importance of aligning on customer value. Implementing the product value creation plan (VCP) helps filter out requests that don't align with defined value. Regularly articulating the VCP ensures alignment with the product strategy. We discuss the need for clear business and product strategies. Listen to the episode then get...
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  Generative AI for Product Managers 06.12.2023 41min

  Natalia Burina, a product leader with deep expertise in AI, joins this episode to discuss Generative AI and its potential impact for product managers. The conversation with Natalia, a former leader at Meta, Salesforce, Samsung, eBay, and Microsoft, weaves through many important focus areas, including: The potential and limitations of generative AI. Generative AI and its potential impact on business. AI technology and its applications in product development. AI technology risks ...