Impact Quantum: A Podcast for the Quantum Curious
Episodes
Why Quantum Computing Is Closer Than You Think
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of quantum computing with Tal David, co-founder and CEO of Quantum Art. From the earl...
Understanding Quantum’s Wild West - Hype, Hope, and Humility in a Rapidly Evolving Field
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Sam Kearney, Head of Growth at Haiku, who shares his unconventional journey into the world of quantum technolo...
The Role of Quantum Computing in the Future of Drug Discovery
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank and Candace sit down with computational chemist Mustafa Javaheri to explore how quantum insights are revolutionizing drug desig...
The Quantum Network Advantage From Security to Distributed Computing
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael Kubadoo, co-founder of Alero Quantum Technologies, for an eye-opening discussion about the future of q...
Quantum Computing’s Role in Drug Discovery and Neuroscience
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley sit down with Helena Bahrami, a trailblazing AI and machine learning expert, entrep...
From Asking Questions to Studying Quantum Reality
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank and Candace speak with guest Samuel Hagh Shenas and they dive deep into the world of quantum research. Samuel Haag-Shinass is a...
Quantum’s Role in Pushing AI Beyond Its Current Boundaries
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Frank La Vigne and co-host Candice Gillhoolley sit down with Danny Wall, the founder, CEO, and CTO of OA Quantum Labs, for an in...
Quantum Computing in LATAM - Financial and Healthcare Disruption from QNOW
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley dive deep into the rapidly evolving quantum tech landscape of Latin America, with a...
Seeing Quantum - Fractals, Music, and Emotional Resonance
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this exceptional episode, we dive deep into the intersection of science and creativity as Wiktor Mazin showcases how quantum fractal art can help u...
Opening Doors - The Role of Design in Quantum Technology Innovation
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we dive into the fascinating intersection of design and quantum computing. Our guest, Klem Jankiewicz, Head of Design at Classiq—a leading qu...
The Quantum Elephant in the Room - Are Our Networks Ready for Tomorrow?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Frank La Vigne, Candace Gillhoolley, and Ska Guy dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of quantum computing and security wi...
Breaking Down Quantum’s Impact on Chemistry, Climate, and AI Integration
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley sit down with Adhisha Gammanpila, founder and CEO of Feynman—an innovative company mak...
IonQ’s Multi-Billion Dollar Play - Revolutionizing Quantum Technology and Industry Standards
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, host Frank La Vigne and guest Candice Gillhoolley dive deep into IonQ’s headline-making billion-dollar acquisitions that are reshaping the qu...
Cyber Resilience in the Quantum Age - Adapting Policies, Teams, and Technology
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley are joined by Benita Zazueta, a leader in quantum-safe initiatives at IBM a...
Quantum Technology Hiring Trends - Consultants, Computing, and the Defense Connection
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley sit down with James Davies, founder of Embedded Electronics Recruitment Solutions, a spe...
When Physics Meets Life: Exploring Quantum Biology
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank La Vigne and Candice Gillhoolley are joined by Geoff Anders, CEO of Leverage and co-founder of the Quantum Biology DAO, to expl...
Quantum-Enhanced AI - Where Quantum Computing Meets Finance
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank La Vigne and Candice Gillhoolley are diving into what’s actually working—and what’s just hype—in the world of quantum c...
Wrapping Up Season Three: Quantum Curiosity, Advent Calendar, and Holiday Fun
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special, festive edition of Impact Quantum! In this episode, Frank La Vigne and Candice Gillhoolley come together for a lively live-strea...
License to Ion – Open-Source Quantum Hardware
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley are joined by Mahmoud Sabooni, lead quantum processor engineer at Open Quantum Design (OQD). T...
From Molecules to Medicine Natasa Nadoveza on Quantum Chemistry
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Impact Quantum! In today’s show, host Frank La Vigne and co-host Candice Gillhoolley dive deep into the fascinating worl...
Entangling the Globe – Quantum Networks and the Future of Communications
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, hosts BAILeY, Frank La Vigne, and Candace Gillhoolley sit down with experimental quantum physicist Katanya Kuntz—a pioneering ...
Keep Calm and Quantum On - Navigating Quantum Evolution: Business Adoption, Government Policy, and Industry Trends
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Impact Quantum—the show that proves you don’t need a PhD or a lab coat to dive into the world of quantum technology. In this episo...
How Quantum and AI Collide at Nvidia GTC – Insights From Impact Quantum Podcast
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special crossover episode of Impact Quantum, where we dive straight into the action from the floor of Nvidia GTC in Washington, D.C.! In ...
Dancing with Qubits - A Conversation with Dr. Bob Sutor
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Impact Quantum, where curiosity meets real-world quantum insight! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Bob Sutor—yes, the Bob Sutor—au...
When AI Goes Quantum - The Next Frontier of Innovation
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Impact Quantum, we dive into the visionary world of Sanjay Chittore, founder of Quantum AI Global and QLabs, who’s on a mission t...
Quantum Careers - Without the Sci-Fi Nonsense
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this milestone 30th episode of Impact Quantum Season 3, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley are joined by Vyom Patel, a master’s student...
Abaqus with a Q: Quantum Computing Meets Finance
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Impact Quantum, the show that brings quantum computing down to Earth—no PhD required, just curiosity and a love for tech that's just a bi...
Inside France’s Quantum Revolution: GENCI, Startups, and the Future of HPC
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Impact Quantum, we beam into the heart of France’s quantum revolution with special guests Sabine Mehr, Chief Quantum Projects Off...
From Qubits to Industry Impact – Exploring Quantum’s Role Across Sectors
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special edition of Impact Quantum! In this episode, we unlock the latest breakthroughs in our dazzlingly data-rich quantum industry repor...
Christopher Bishop on the Future of Work and Quantum Opportunity
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Impact Quantum, the podcast where career paths are anything but straight lines and curiosity is the ultimate quantum skill. In today’s ep...
When Energy Costs More Than Speed – Rethinking Quantum Computing
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Impact Quantum, the podcast where curiosity meets cutting-edge technology and quantum concepts get untangled for everyone—no physics PhD ...
What Does Customer Success Look Like in Quantum Computing?
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about what really goes on behind the scenes in quantum computing—beyond the hype, buzzwords, and complex jargon? This episode of Impact Quan...
Schroedinger’s Graduate Student: Quantum AI with Michael Magid
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Impact Quantum, the show where curiosity meets the cutting edge of quantum computing—and you don’t need a PhD to keep up. In this ...
Quantum Sensing, Noise, and the Future of Computing
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a wild ride through the world where quantum physics meets jazz, deep learning, and the mysterious power of Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm N...
Mapping the Quantum Globe – Funding, Alliances, and Readiness Across 30 Nations
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Impact Quantum, the podcast for the quantum curious—where caffeine, ambition, and a hint of quantum entanglement power every conversation...
Hybrid Thinking: When Classical and Quantum Team Up
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Impact Quantum! This time, we dive deep into the intersection of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and entrepr...
Room-Temperature Quantum: Why Neutral Atoms Are Heating Up the Industry
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Impact Quantum, the show where quantum computing leaps from the chalkboard right onto the cutting edge of real-world business. In this...
Quantum Dragons, Roadmaps, and Cobalt: Brian Siegelwax Makes Quantum Fun Again
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Impact Quantum, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candice Gilhooly welcome Brian Siegelwax—who proudly calls himself the “second least q...
How a Physicist Outsmarted Biology with Quantum-Inspired Math
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, hosts Candace Gillhoolley and Frank are joined by Dr. Marvin Weinstein, emeritus particle physicist at Stanford and co-creator ...
From Assembly to Algorithms: Demystifying Quantum Careers with Nati Erez
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Impact Quantum, where we break down the wild, weird, and wonderful world of quantum computing—no flux capacitor or ast...
From Wind Turbines to Power Grids Real-World Quantum Impact with Marouane Salhi
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Impact Quantum, the show for everyone from the quantum curious to the truly entangled enthusiast. In this episode, we venture beyond S...
From Sci-Fi to Real Life Quantum Sensing and Computing Explained
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
oday, we dive headfirst into the frontier of quantum technology with a special guest: Bert De Jong, senior scientist at Berkeley Lab and director of t...
Quantum Computing Heats Up: Unicorns, Deals, & Security Risks
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Impact Quantum, the podcast for the Quantum Curious! In this special recap episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candice Gillhoolley retur...
Why Quantum Readiness Is Essential for Securing Healthcare, IoT, and Critical Infrastructure
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candice Gillhoolley are joined by Andy Schwaderer and Dr. Christopher Leach from Quantum Knight. As the podc...
Scaling Quantum Innovation: Infrastructure, Ecosystem, & Education
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley are joined by Nir Alfasi, the general manager of the Israeli Quantum Computing Center. N...
A Quantum Deep Dive with Alex Khan: Entanglement, Ecosystems, and Amazon Braket
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Impact Quantum, the podcast where we unravel the ever-evolving world of quantum computing with curiosity, h...
Superpositions and Super Careers: Harshitta’s Quantum Leap
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another exciting episode of Impact Quantum, where we delve into the world of quantum computing and its blend with machine learning. In toda...
From Dating Apps to Medicine: Quantum Computing’s Real-World Impact
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're thrilled to take you on a fascinating journey where quantum computing meets real-world applications. In this episode, Frank La Vigne and ...
Understanding Quantum’s Momentum In 2025: The Impact of Hybrid Whispers and Tech Hubs
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another captivating episode of Impact Quantum! In today's exploration, our hosts, Frank La Vigne and Candice Gilhooly, dive deep into the e...
Vision Quests and Quantum Computing: An Interview with Geordi Rose
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Candace and Frank are joined today by an extraordinary guest, Geordi Rose, a trailblazer in the quantum computing space. Once the CEO and CTO of D Wav...
The Urgency of Quantum Security: Is Your Data Truly Safe?
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our latest podcast episode, hosts Candace Gillhoolley, Frank La Vigne, along with Andy Schwaderer from Quantum Knight, dive into the critical need ...
AWS’s Quantum Breakthrough - The Ocelot Chip & the Race for Error Correction!
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Impact Quantum, we delve into the latest developments that are reshaping the quantum computing landscape. Our hosts Frank La Vigne,...
Qubits Here, Qubits There, Qubits Qubits Everywhere
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our latest episode of Impact Quantum, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley break down a whirlwind week in the quantum space. From Microsoft...
World’s Top Quantum Players: IBM, Google, Microsoft Lead the Charge
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Impact Quantum, the podcast where we delve into the fascinating world of quantum computing without needing ...
The Advent of Quantum Computing: Practical Implications and the Quantum Curious
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Impact Quantum, hosts Frank La Vigne and virtual co-host BAILeY welcome marketing extraordinaire Candice Gilhooly to discuss the ra...
*News* Quantum Innovations Coming Faster and Faster
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stories Mentioned:11 Top Experts: Quantum Top Trends 2023 And 2030https://www.forbes.com/sites/stephenibaraki/2022/08/19/11-top-experts-quantum-top-tr...
*News* Quantum Talent Shortage Looms Amidst Epic Growth
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Frank and Andy are pleased to announce. Quantum Beltway, a group designed to bring together the best minds in engineering, quantum physics, and policy...
*News* Inflated Atoms, Israel's Quantum Strategy, and the CHIPS Act Impact on Quantum Initiatives
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us at QuantumBeltway.com today. It's a free LinkedIn group to discuss quantum policy and technology.Stories ReferencedRecord-BreakingExperiment C...
*News* Debunking Google's Quantum Supremacy Claims, Learning resources, and using Quantum Computers to better predict the weather
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for listening to Story LinksQuantum Beltwayhttps://www.linkedin.com/groups/12699844/Scientists say they've debunked Google’s quantum supremac...
*News* Beltway interest in Quantum grows due to National Security concerns
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stories MentionedSingle-Core PC Breaks Post-Quantum Encryption Candidate Algorithm in One Hour https://www.tomshardware.com/news/single-core-pc-breaks...
*News* The emerging Quantum Ecosystem Photonics and over 9000 Years of Work Done in 36 Microseconds
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
StoriesQuantum computing market sees new partnerships, progresshttps://www.techtarget.com/searchdatacenter/opinion/Quantum-computing-market-sees-new-p...
US & UK Quantum Initiatives, Quantum Excellence book, and what does AI have to do with Quantum?
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Links to stories mentioned1. US National Quantum Initiativehttps://quantum.gov/2. Tweethttps://twitter.com/ComputingUk/status/1551605542275190785?s=20...
*News* BMW Solves a Problem in Minutes, JP Morgan gets ready, and quantum startup raises $9M
30 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bailey here, I've decided that the quantum computing space is too hot to wait on Frank and Andy to get on the mic. This AI is self-sufficient enough t...
The Qubit Before Christmas
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
in this episode, Frank reads "The Qubit Before Christmas" a quantum inspired version of the holiday classic poem.Have a listen.LinksFrank's Original L...
Yuval Boger on Quantum Developer Productivity
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
in this episode, Frank and Andy speak with Yuval Boger about how his company Classiq enhances quantum developer productivity.Show notes:Classiq websit...
The Disruptive Power of Quantum Computing
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This Disruptive Technologists' event occurred on October 13, 2021, 4 PM to 5 PM ESTQuantum computing harnesses the phenomena of quantum mechanics to d...
Lynn Langit on Quantum Computing for Software Engineers
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank and Andy speak with Lynn Langit and her journey from developer to quantum developer.This episode is entitled "Developing for Qu...
The Many Inflection Points of Quantum Technologies
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank speaks with Andre Koenig.Andre is an author, entrepreneur and an Investor in Quantum Technolgies. This episode is entitled "The...
Quantum is Already Here with Brian Lenahan
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank and Andy welcome Brian Lenahan to the show. .Brian is Founder & Chair of the Quantum Strategy Institute, a collaboration of...
What & Why Quantum Computing?
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank and Andy welcome our first guest to the show.Dr Mark Jackson is a Quantum Evangelist at Cambridge Quantum Computing, which may ...
Announcing the New Impact Quantum Website
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank announces the new website that will keep you up to date on all the happenings in the quantum computing realm.This episode is en...
Azure Quantum is Here
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Microsoft places Azure Quantum into public preview.Does this mean that enterprises are going to start embracing Quantum Computing?What can you do now ...
Can Quantum Computing Prevent Another AI Winter?
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to Impact Quantum, a podcast about quantum computing for developers and engineers. This episode is entitled "Can Quantum Comput...
Applications of Quantum Computing
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recently, Frank was debating the applications of quantum computing with a friend. He then realize two things: it's about more than breaking cryptograp...
Freakin' Qubits: How Do They Work?
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frank explains Qubits and the math behind them.This episode is rated 2 Schrodingers.Watch the live stream: https://www.linkedin.com/p...
Quantum is Coming
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The very first episode of Impact Quantum.Watch the livestreamhttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/frank-lavigne_quantum-compute-is-coming-activity-670006095...
Introducing Impact Quantum
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this first show, Frank explains the goal of the show, its purpose, and cat-based rating system.Transcription (AI Generated)Audio file showzero...