The Only Constant

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom speaks with retired tech executive and deep thinker Michael Carroll about the coming shift from automation to true agency. They explore what it means when AI no longer just supports decisions, but begins to reason with us - and sometimes, for us.

 

Highlights include:

• What agency really means - and why some AI projects miss the point
• The illusion of better decisions through mo...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Jakob Freund, CEO of Camunda, on what it really means to build AI-driven automation that’s enterprise-ready - without losing grip on governance, process integrity, or human responsibility.

Their lively, deep-cutting discussion covers:

• The realistic path to AI value - why it’s still about measurable automation, not magic
• Jakob’s framework of blending deterministic workflows with dynamic...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom is joined by Danilo McGarry, global AI leader, board advisor, and host of one of the fastest-growing AI podcasts. Together, they explore the real-world implications of AI transformation - far beyond the hype and fear-driven headlines.

Key discussion points include:

• Common misconceptions that derail enterprise AI initiatives
• Why AI isn’t “plug and play” - and how purpose, proce...

In this episode of The Only Constant, host Lasse Rindom speaks with Eric Siegel - author of The AI Playbook and a straight-talking voice in a noisy AI market. Siegel cuts through overpromises, resists crystal-ball fantasies, and reminds listeners that most of AI’s real business value still comes from predictive models, not the latest generative toys.

They discuss:

• Why predictive AI remains an untapped differentiator while gene...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Frank Casale - entrepreneur, advisor, and long-time voice in automation and enterprise change. Frank calls himself a “conflicted futurist,” and it shows - in the best way possible. Together, they discuss:

• Why most companies say “agentic” but act quarter-to-quarter
• How AI isn’t just smart- it’s becoming empathic, and what that unlocks
• The real revolution: not tech, but how work gets don...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom is joined by Hans Petter Dalen - “HP” to most - who heads up AI Governance for IBM across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With more than two decades inside IBM and a rare mix of realism, wit, and deep enterprise insight, HP brings clarity to a conversation often lost in hype words and messages.

Together, they unpack:

• How IBM actually saved $3.5 billion with AI - and why it's more than just a ...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Surojit Chatterjee, CEO of Ema AI - a platform for building agentic AI employees that automate complex enterprise workflows across systems and departments. The conversation cuts through the hype and dives into real operational challenges of scaling generative AI in the enterprise:

• Why “agent-washing” is the new “AI-washing” - and what truly separates intelligent agents from chatbots and...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom sits down with Nicolai Storm Lund, Vice President of Digital Technology & Information Security at Velux, to talk about what it really means to lead digital change in the machine room - beyond buzzwords and boardroom slides.  They discuss:

• Why AI is just another tool - until it’s paired with real problems and real accountability
• How IT needs to be both flexible and firm: ag...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom is joined by one of his favourite analysts - Tom Reuner. Principal Analyst at PAC, Tom is known for calling out hype, challenging lazy narratives, and bringing a historian’s lens to enterprise tech. They discuss:

• Why orchestration beats buzzwords in the race to value
• How agentic AI won’t fix anything if your architecture’s still a mess
• The repeated failure to turn tech promise into operational chan...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom sits down with Katrin Gülden Le Maire, senior advisor, philosopher, and business thinker, for a sharp, deep dive into ethics, AI, and the limits of truth. Together they untangle the buzzwords, the confusion, and the hidden tensions shaping today’s corporate decisions:

• Why “ethics” in business isn’t what most people think
• How philosophical reflection, not just compliance, shapes ...

In this episode of The Only Constant, host Lasse Rindom speaks with Peter Vester, Lead Data Scientist at Novo Nordisk and winner of the 2024 DAIR Award for Data Science Professional of the Year. Peter’s approach cuts through the usual GenAI hype. Together they explore:

• Why the right question is never “can we do a GenAI solution?” but “what real problem are we solving?”
• How Novo rolled out an internal AI marketplace and chatbot...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom speaks with Anna Tebelius Bodin - a Harvard-educated educator and brain science communicator - about the essential role of effort in cultivating meaning and fulfillment in a world increasingly defined by convenience.Together, they explore:

• Why friction and striving are central to personal growth - and how AI’s instant gratification risks leaving us empty
• The cost of outsourcing...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom speaks with Stuart Winter-Tear, a sharp voice in the AI space known for balancing enthusiasm with critical insight. Their conversation tracks the evolution from generative AI hype to something more measured, thoughtful - and ultimately more valuable:

• Why real transformation won’t come from flashy demos, but from deep integration into workflows and systems
• The risks of treating ...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom speaks with David Pontoppidan, Head of Business AI for Nordics & Baltics at SAP - a mind as sharp as the systems he builds. The conversation dives into how SAP is embedding AI across its enterprise suite, not just as a bolt-on, but as part of a deeply integrated, multi-agent architecture. Together, they explore:

• Whether AI in ERP is truly transformation - or just lipstick o...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom speaks with Robert Fuchs, a seasoned engineer in human-in-the-loop automation with decades of experience in the automotive industry.Together, they explore what automation looks like when safety is on the line - and what businesses can learn from it.The conversation spans both car design and enterprise systems:

• Why increasing automation often requires more human skill, not less
• H...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Jochen Wirtz, Vice Dean of MBA Programmes and Professor of Marketing at NUS Business School, National University of Singapore. A globally recognized authority on services marketing and management, Jochen Wirtz has authored over 20 books, including the recently released Agentic Artificial Intelligence: Harnessing AI Agents to Reinvent Business, Work, and Life.Their conversation delves into: ...

In this episode of The Only Constant, Lasse Rindom talks with Eduardo Ordax, AI Lead at AWS, about the messy realities behind AI hype. They cover why great data still beats great models, why fine-tuning often isn't worth it, and why most "agents" today are just glorified workflows.You'll also hear:

• What companies get wrong about internal data
• The risks of “vibe coding” in a world of AI-generated software
• Why composable architec...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Claus Raasted - author, experience designer, and perhaps the only person who's ever been both a legendary live roleplayer and a McKinsey coach. Their conversation explores what it really means to “get shit done” and how companies can embrace experimentation without losing their structure. Along the way, they cover:

• Why action, experimentation, and curiosity are the foundation for making...

In this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Marc Lawn about the intersection of AI, strategy, and the evolving nature of work. Their discussion navigates the balance between hype and reality, touching on:

• Where AI optimists are actually right and where their enthusiasm turns into hubris
• How AI challenges traditional work structures and forces a rethink of hierarchies and control
• Why businesses need to embrace discomfort to foster ...