The Latte on Cloud Costs
The Latte on Cloud Costs by CloudKeeper is your go-to podcast for all things cloud cost optimization. Join us as we brew insightful conversations with industry experts, tech leaders, and cloud enthusiasts. From unraveling the complexities of cloud costs to sharing strategies for maximizing ROI, each episode serves a shot of practical tips and deep insights. Tune in to sip on the secrets of smarter cloud spending!
Episodes
Host Praneet Chandra, Senior Director, CloudKeeper sits down with Stephen J. Barr, Chief Evangelist at CloudFix, to explore how cloud cost optimization can shift from cutting spend to unlocking innovation. Stephen shares why value over savings matters and how automation enables teams to experiment with confidence.
☁️ Season 3 of The Latte on Cloud Costs continues with a guest who’s been in the trenches of FinOps at scale.🎙️ Ben de Mora — FinOps expert with experience at GitLab, IBM, and the FinOps Foundation — joins host Praneet Chandra, Sr. Director at CloudKeeper, for a no-fluff conversation on the real challenges and opportunities in cloud cost optimization today.From why “multi-cloud” isn’t always a dirty word to what teams still get wr...
When every GPU costs $700–$1,000 a day, every cloud decision matters.In this episode of The Latte on Cloud Costs, Kartik Gupta, President at Spyne, joins host Praneet Chandra for a no-fluff conversation on balancing rapid AI innovation with responsible cloud spending.☁️ What you’ll discover:-Why cloud cost optimization is more than just a buzzword-The real trade-offs between managed services and self-hosting-Why multi-cloud might b...
Host Praneet Chandra sits down with Dvir Mizrahi, VP of FinOps at Wiv.ai, for an unfiltered conversation on the balancing act every cloud leader faces today. From scaling cloud costs to AI’s real impact on FinOps, Dvir shares stories and strategies from the frontlines. No jargon. No sugarcoat. Just practical insights every tech and FinOps leader should hear.#TheLatteOnCloudCosts #FinOps #CloudOptimization #AI #WivAI #CloudKeeper #T...
In this episode of The Latte on Cloud Costs, we sit down with Pathik Sharma, Cost Optimization Lead at Google to explore how the FinOps conversation has evolved in 2025 — and what cost optimization really looks like at scale.From killing dashboards to embracing AI, Pathik shares the unfiltered truths of managing cloud costs inside one of the world’s largest cloud ecosystems.✅ Why tagging is make-or-break✅ The myth that FinOps = cos...
In this episode, we sit down with Varsha Sundar, VP of Global Cloud FinOps at Chubb, to explore what cloud cost maturity really looks like beyond the buzzwords.From navigating lift-and-shift migrations to rethinking dashboards, Varsha shares honest insights on:
✅ The real blockers to optimization✅ Why savings alone won’t get you far✅ The evolving role of AI in cost visibility✅ Who should be truly accountable for cloud costs✅ And how...
In this episode of The Latte on Cloud Costs, we sit down with Dieter Matzion, Senior Cloud Governance Engineer at Roku, to explore what actually works when you're managing $100M+ in cloud spend.From hitting a 2% forecast variance, to switching vendors and instantly saving $4M, Dieter shares practical insights on:-Forecasting cloud spend with precision-What most teams get wrong about multi-cloud-Why cost tools alone aren’t enoug...
In this episode, Praneet Chandra and Hassan Hosseini discuss the complexities and trends in cloud cost optimization. They explore the evolution of tools, the impact of decentralization, and the importance of shifting left in FinOps practices. The conversation also delves into the role of generative AI in cloud cost management and offers practical tips for CTOs and engineering leaders on optimizing cloud expenses.
Avinash Gupta, Senior Director of Engineering at Physics Wallah, joins Praneet Chandra, Senior Director at CloudKeeper, to discuss the critical role of team dynamics in driving cloud success. In this episode, they explore strategies for fostering effective collaboration, communication, and alignment within tech teams, essential for achieving cloud cost optimization goals and overall business success.
Victor Garcia, Cloud DevOps Engineer and founder of FinOps Weekly, talks with Praneet Chandra, Senior Director at CloudKeeper, about practical ways to enhance cost efficiency from a DevOps perspective. Learn actionable tips for optimizing cloud costs and building stronger collaboration between FinOps and DevOps teams.
In episode two, Cristian, Founder of Leaner Cloud, joins Praneet Chandra, Senior Director at CloudKeeper, to dive into the power of AutoSpotting. Discover how this innovative tool leverages spot instances to achieve substantial cost savings in the cloud. Don't miss this insightful conversation packed with expert tips and real-world applications!
In our debut episode, Rakesh Pathi, FinOps Lead at Invesco, joins Praneet Chandra, Senior Director at CloudKeeper, for an engaging conversation. They explore the evolving role of FinOps, debunk common misconceptions, and share must-know metrics for effective cloud cost optimization. Tune in for actionable insights and expert perspectives to kickstart your FinOps journey!
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