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Episodes
Open Comments: S3 Ep.3 - The Open Group Open Certified Architect Certification and Career Progression in the Age of Agentic AI with Giuseppe Ciano
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the true work of architecture starts where the diagram ends? We sit down with Giuseppe Ciano—Cloud Transformation Architect, Distinguished...
Open Comments: S3 Ep.2 - The Power of Digital Art and Education with Stef Buzatu
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Digital artist and educator Stef Buzatu takes us on a fascinating journey through the evolving landscape of digital media, creativity, and art educati...
Open Comments: S3 - Mini Episode: Code Meets Color: Aligning Personalities with Tech Roles with Ash
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Color Personality Quiz offers a practical framework for understanding diverse working styles in IT teams, helping reduce friction and improve coll...
Open Comments: S3 Ep.1 - Psychological Safety as a Creative Leadership Practice with Donna Preece-Jones
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what happens when we feel truly safe to create, innovate, and express ourselves authentically? In this episode, Donna Preece-Jones, Crea...
Open Comments S2: Ep. 12 - The Open Group OSDU® Forum and Beyond with Stef Jacobs
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The energy data world is racing toward a milestone that promises less friction and more progress: a vendor-neutral foundation that operators, cloud pr...
Open Comments S2: Ep. 10 - The Power of IT Sustainability, AI, and Energy for a Resilient Future, with Abhijit Sunil
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Open Comments S2: Ep. 10 - Beyond Security and Zero Trust with John Linford
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Open Comments: S2 - Mini Episode: Time Management - Balancing Deep Work and Reactive Tasks with Ash
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Time slips through our fingers like sand, yet mastering its flow might be the most valuable skill any professional can develop. This compelling mini-e...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 9 - Strategic Intelligence: AI in Government with Dr. Darren Pulsipher
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Darren Pulsipher shares his journey from Silicon Valley Software Engineer to Chief Solution Architect for Intel's public sector and Chair of ...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 8 - Reigniting Your Passion: Enterprise Architecture in the Age of Generative AI with Anil Lakhan
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The architectural landscape is transforming before our eyes, and staying relevant means embracing the extraordinary potential of generative AI while d...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 7 - Training the Future: Nova Smar’s Knowledge-Building Initiatives with Libanio Souza and Luciano Botto
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when standards escape the page and become tangible, hands-on experiences? That's the question Nova Smar is answering with their grou...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 6 - PETROBRAS - Brazilian Energy: The Journey so Far with Leonardo Melo and Pascoal Mello
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
PETROBRAS IT leaders Leonardo Melo and Pascoal Mello share how The Open Group OSDU® Forum is transforming data management in oil exploration, creatin...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 5 - Modeling Security Architecture - The SABSA Security Overlay for ArchiMate® with Steven Bradley and Bonnie Demeyer
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Open Comments: S2 - Mini Episode: The Components of Lifelong Learning with Ash
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 competitiv...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 4 - Enterprise Architecture at the Crossroads of Business and Technology with Doron Orbach
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Doron Orbach, Director of Product Management for Enterprise Architecture at ServiceNow, shares insights from his 20+ year career in product and engine...
Open Comments: S2 Ep. 3 - Lights, Camera, Passion: The Drive Behind Authentic Filmmaking with Meera Darji
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What drives a documentary filmmaker to capture the untold stories of marginalized communities? Award-winning filmmaker Meera Darji takes us behind the...
Open Comments: S2 Ep.2 - Merging Collaboration and Innovation within The Open Group OSDU® Forum with Huub Streng
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Collaboration isn't just a buzzword—it's the engine that powers innovation in complex technical environments. Huub Streng, OSDU® Data Pla...
Open Comments: S2 Ep.1 - E is for Exploring The Open Group OSDU® Management Committee (OMC) with Einar Landre
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Journey through the evolving landscape of technology and energy as Einar Landre shares his remarkable career path from computer scientist to an Oil an...
Open Comments - Episode 30: Career Journeys, Skill Growth, and Lifelong Learning with Ash, Oliver, and Irene
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how diverse marketing roles can be within dynamic organizations? Join us as we explore this vibrant landscape with our hosts, Ash, Olive...
Open Comments - Episode 29: Staying Resilient and Continuing to Grow within Your Career with Roberto Severo
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Ent...
Open Comments - Episode 28: Navigating Career Challenges and Mental Health Insights with Daniel John
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how to turn your struggles into strengths? Our guest, Daniel John, founder of "You, Me and Anxiety," shares his transformative...
Open Comments - Episode 27: Success, Low Points, and Continuous Learning with Rob Saunders
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Saunders' journey from Coventry to the heart of the music industry is nothing short of inspiring. Imagine growing up surrounded by your paren...
Open Comments - Episode 26: Exploring World Standards Day with Steve Nunn
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Comments - Episode 25: From Clicks to Progress on International Youth Day - Digital Pathways and Green Skills with Ash, Oliver, and Irene
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How are young people leveraging digital technologies to shape a sustainable future? Join us on Open Comments as we look back on International Youth Da...
Open Comments - Episode 24: Celebrating the 15 Year Anniversary of the ArchiMate® Forum with Kelly Canon, Marc Lankhorst, Jean-Baptiste Sarrodie, and Leos Mates
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how a Dutch research project evolved into a global standard? Join us for a special celebration of the ArchiMate® Forum's 15th anni...
Open Comments - Episode 23: Understanding Energistics and the Part it Plays with Pablo Perez
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets of data standards in the oil and gas industry with insights from Pablo Perez of the Energistics® Consortium. Recorded live from Th...
Open Comments - Episode 22: Round Table Talk: The Open Group Professional Certification (Open Professions) Program with Andras Szakal, Deborah Schoonover, and Tony Black
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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,...
Open Comments - Episode 21: Ecosystems Architecture meets New Thinking, with Phil Tetlow, Paul Homan, Neal Fishman, and Rahul
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a transformative journey with the masterminds, Dr. Phil Tetlow, Paul Homan, Neal Fishman, and Rahul, as we dissect the intricacies of IT eco...
Open Comments - Episode 20: S is for Security and E is for Evolving, with John Feezell
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on an inspirational cyber journey with John Feezell, who proves that with passion and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, the leap from music...
Open Comments - Episode 19: Following your Passion and Commanding Change with Sonia Gonzalez
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 re...
Open Comments - Episode 18: Perseverance: In Conversation with Stephen Caton
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a transformative journey with Stephen Caton, a former hotel and restaurant manager turned Chief Investment Officer at Patreon Partners, as h...
Open Comments - Episode 17: At the Helm of Change: Enterprise Architecture's Role in Agile, with Charlie Betz
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to shake up your perceptions about Enterprise Architecture? That's exactly what you'll do after listening in on our fascinatin...
Open Comments - Episode 16: The Path to Zero Trust: Insights from Jason Garbis, Founder of Numberline Security
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine embarking on a fascinating journey through Jason Garbis' career, the founder of Numberline Security. We promise that you'll gain a w...
Open Comments - Episode 15: Chat GPT, Web Browsing and More: Delving Deep into AI with Dr. Chris Harding
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this - what if you could have a deep and intellectual conversation about the intriguing world of Artificial Intelligence? That's exactly ...
Open Comments - Episode 14: Unleashing the Power of IT Sustainability: A Dialogue with Abhijit Sunil
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What would you say if we told you the future of your organization's resilience could be significantly bolstered by climate action? Well, that&apo...
Open Comments - Episode 13: Decoding Security and Zero Trust, with John Linford
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when an expert in economics ventures into the complex world of cybersecurity? Today, we bring you insights from John Linford, the Forum D...
Open Comments - Security and Zero Trust: In a Nutshell, with John Linford
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 l...
Open Comments - Episode 12: The Nutritional Value of Knowledge with Tony Black
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Black is a Healthcare/Life Sciences Technical Leader for Kyndryl, where he works with healthcare payers, providers, pharmaceuticals, and partners...
Open Comments - Episode 11: Upskilling, Reskilling and The Art of Reinvention, with Jim Hietala
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Hietala, Open FAIR, CISSP, GSEC, is Vice President, Sustainability and Market Development for The Open Group, where he is responsible for sustaina...
Open Comments - Episode 10: The Art of Lifelong Learning and Finding Purpose with Paul Smith
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Smith (https://tellmeaboutpod.com/) - An experienced and successful business builder with ownership, leadership and management interests in a var...
Open Comments – Episode 9: The Sky’s the Limit with Ms. Joanne Woytek
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ms. Joanne Woytek is the Program Director for the NASA SEWP Program. Ms.Woytek manages the strategic direction, planning, and day-to-day operations of...
Open Comments – Episode 8: The Power of EA For Sustainability with Abhijit Sunil
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Abhijit Suniil - ForresterAbhijit is a senior analyst serving enterprise leaders. His research focuses on green IT, technology sustainability strategy...
Open Comments – Episode 7: The Importance of Standardization in Drug Testing with Neil Parkin
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Neil T. Parkin, Ph.D., is a scientific consultant with extensive experience in viral drug resistance and laboratory diagnostics, especially for HIV-...
Open Comments – Episode 6: Why Healthcare Accessibility Is Even More Vital In Todays Climate, With Scott Sloan
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Scott Sloan to discuss Healthcare Accessibility, career advice, and lots more. Scott Sloan Chief Technical Officer,...
Open Comments – Episode 5: Understanding Reference Architecture From A Hospital Setting, With Dr. Jason Lee
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jason Lee to discuss all things to do Healthcare, including Digital Health and the challenges surrounding it. D...
Open Comments – Episode 4: Why It Is important For Organizations To Tackle New/Difficult Problems, With Paul Homan
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Paul Homan to discuss Diversity/Access to Technology, career advice and lots more. Paul Homan CTO for Industrial Se...
Open Comments – Episode 3: Working On Your Career, From A HR Specialist’s Perspective, With Debbie Harrop
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Debbie Harrop (HR Director, The Open Group) to discuss all things HR, graduate advice and much more!Debbie has over ...
Open Comments – Episode 2: Keeping Motivated With Your Career Growth, With James Scott
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with James Scott (Chief Financial Officer, The Open Group) to discuss his journey with The Open Group, career advice and ...
Open Comments - Episode 1: Why Virtual Data Lakes Have Already Been Working For You, With Dr. Chris Harding
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Chris Harding (Lacibus Ltd.) discusses Virtual Data Lakes, Information Technology, and his career so far (including his work at T...