Brains Byte Back

Brains Byte Back

Brains Byte Back interviews startups, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders that tap into how our brains work. We explore how knowledge & technology intersect to build a better, more sustainable future for humanity. If you're interested in ideas that push the needle, and future-proofing yourself for the new information age, join us every Friday. Brains Byte Back guests include founders, CEOs, and other influential individuals making a big difference in society, with past guest speakers such as New York Times journalists, MIT Professors, and C-suite executives of Fortune 500 companies.

Episodes

June 5, 2025 38 mins

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we dive into the world of agentic AI — the next wave of automation that’s smarter, faster, and way more capable than the AI we use today. Our guest, Ruben Phukan, CEO and co-founder of GoodGist, shares how this technology is transforming how businesses handle everything from invoices to complex workflows, unlocking huge efficiency gains along the way. According to Ruben, agentic AI is a step tow...

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In today’s episode, we’re tackling a challenge every modern, data-driven organization faces: how do you keep information flowing freely while keeping it secure?

As more companies shift to the cloud, cyber risks are growing. Cybercrime is projected to cost businesses over $10 trillion in 2025, and many breaches go undetected for months. However, technology is also giving companies new ways to stay protected.

One tool gaining fresh mom...

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When it comes to what we eat, more of us are asking the right questions: Where did this come from? How was it made? Is this good for me? Those same questions are being asked about one staple in our kitchens that’s found its way into beauty routines and in some bedrooms— extra virgin olive oil. Curiosity is fueling a boom in this cooking oil industry, with the market projected to more than double to $2.2 billion by 2031. But with so...

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In this Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Hari Vasudevan, founder and CEO of Think Power Solutions and KYRO, to explore how AI is modernizing the construction industry. He shares how his diverse background has led him to create two solid and evolving project management platforms, which use modern technology as their toolbox to solve some of the construction industry’s biggest challenges. Imagine a construction site where language ...

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It’s really hard to think of an industry out there that doesn't leverage AI. For marketers, it’s become a revolutionary tool that cuts cost, increases productivity, and uses data to enhance personalization. But we’re not here to talk about why it’s great. There are thousands of articles online that will do that for you. Instead, in this episode of Brain Byte Back we shift gears today and ask: Is it possible for marketers to ove...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we welcome 20-year-old inventor and Yale student David Fleming, the creator of Releevum, a groundbreaking self-serve headache relief device. David shares his inspiring journey of overcoming debilitating migraines, his early prototypes at age 11, and his relentless pursuit of innovation that led to over 100 iterations of his product.

As a two-time competitor on American Ninja Warrior, David discu...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we visit a pressing issue: over-tourism and its impact on our planet. From the wildfires devastating Canada’s forests to the historic and deadly flooding in Valencia, the consequences of global warming are undeniable. And tourism, while a vital economic driver, often amplifies these challenges—putting immense pressure on fragile ecosystems, local resources, and cultural landmarks.

To help us nav...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore a topic that touches all of us at some point in life: inheritance and the difficult process of managing a loved one’s finances after they pass away. Those who have experienced it would agree that time takes on a new meaning, whether it’s time spent with your loved one or time spent grieving. 

Erick sits down with Saeid Kian, the CEO and co-founder of Ribbon, to discuss how his company...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we’re proud to kick off Latin Heritage Month and recognize the achievements of those in the community. Today, we’re joined by Gerardo Sandoval, CEO and founder of Facil Cloud. Gerardo’s inspiring journey takes us from his early days in Venezuela, where he launched his first tech startup at just 16— a computer lab where recognized the value of empowering his community with computer skills. A smal...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore the future of neurotechnology with a special guest, Israel Gasperin, founder and CEO of Zentrela. Israel's company is leading the charge in using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze brainwaves, developing groundbreaking tools that measure cognitive impairment in ways traditional drug tests can’t.

In 2018, the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada is where Zentrela really...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Sam Oliver, CEO of OpenFI, a conversational AI tool designed for businesses looking to elevate their customer interactions.

The London-based author and serial tech entrepreneur joins the podcast to share a cautionary tale about a private equity earn-out deal that took a sharp, expensive turn during the sale of his previous company. Due to a minor but relevant lowercase "c&q...

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This episode of Brains Byte Back is for the animal lovers. We know there are many of you because, according to the stats, over 50% of the world's population owns a pet. That in itself creates a large consumer market for our furry or scaly friends, including in the world of tech. In 2024, the global pet tech market was valued at 7.2 billion USD, and that number is expected to grow substantially in the coming years. 

In the episo...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore the evolution of communication. Over the last 20 to 30 years, we’ve seen a technological revolution that has introduced us to so many new channels of communication. Each has impressed us just enough, but nothing in comparison to the great leaps we’ve seen through different forms of AI technology in these last couple of years. 

Nate MacLeitch, CEO of QuickBlox, joins our podcast for a ...

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Did you know that more than 78 million people are employed in hourly jobs in the U.S. and that hourly workers make up more than 55% of the workforce? From hospitality to healthcare, these people work in a variety of critical industries that we depend on every day, and these jobs are beginning to outpace salaried positions. However, the caveat is that the turnover rate is high. 

In this episode, we sit down with Jon Puckett, CEO of ...

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With technology advancing rapidly, have you ever stopped to think if our style of learning should be advancing with it? The term information overload is nothing new, but what are we doing to address it?


That’s where Ruban Phukan steps in. He’s an entrepreneur who sat down with Erick Espinosa for this episode of Brains Byte Back to discuss the issue of traditional learning in a world where time is a luxury. However, we’re stil...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we’re joined by Rajat Mishra, Founder and CEO of Prezent, an enterprise business communication platform. 


At a very young age, Rajat realized that life can be hard if you don’t communicate well—even for the brightest of people. His career journey at Cisco and McKinsey made him question the secret of what makes great business communication great, and it led him to discover the recipe. Today,...

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In this episode, we sit down with Ricardo Ramon, Chief Sales Officer at Fracttal, an innovative maintenance management solution platform. Maintenance solutions have long existed, but according to Ricardo, they weren't as accessible to all businesses needing a solution— until now. The company aims to revolutionize and transform the asset maintenance industry for a remote, sustainable, safe, and efficient world. We discuss how th...

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In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Mike DeKock, the founder and CEO of MJD Compliance. A boutique, tech-forward CPA firm specializing in providing SOC 2 examinations for technology companies worldwide. 

But don’t expect them to do your taxes. The firm focuses on keeping companies on track in a world where tech compliance is constantly evolving and cybersecurity is of top of mind for industry leaders. Mike sha...

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On this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Arjun Chander, co-founder and CEO of IndustrialML, an enterprise data management platform that uses real-time data integration, analytics, and more to communicate valuable information to factory stakeholders through AI technology. 

We dive into some interesting stats you may be surprised to learn about the manufacturing industry and he addresses a common concern surrounding the ...

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In today’s episode of Brains Byte Back podcast, we sit down with Stuart MeczesCreative Director at Contnt, a new subscription-based platform transforming the creator economy by offering unmatched royalties, diversified revenue streams, and prioritizing spotlight equality.


Stuart’s passion for content creation gave him the push to step away from his 9-5 sales manager role to pursue what he loved doing the most — writing. Toda...

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