Product Coalition Podcast

Summary In this episode, Jay Stansell interviews Dave West from Scrum.org about the evolving role of AI in product management. They explore how AI acts as a teammate, its limitations, and its impact Key topics * AI as a teammate in product management * Limitations of AI in understanding context and judgment * Impact of AI on team organization and decision-making * The evolution of Scrum in an AI-d...

Summary In this episode, Jay Stansell interviews Saurabh Sharma, a product leader with extensive experience at Google and u.com, exploring how enterprise AI products are transforming product management, user engagement, and agent management. Discover insights on building primitives, managing evolving roadmaps, and the future of AI-driven workflows. Key topics * Impact of user-built workflows on pr...

Summary In this episode, Weiwei Hu, an analytics and AI leader, discusses how data analytics can be transformed from mere reporting to driving strategic decisions. She explores the disconnect between analytics and business strategy, the impact of AI on analytics workflows, and how to leverage data for better decision-making. Take aways * Disconnect between analytics and strategy * AI’s role in tra...

Brought to you by ExecReps.ai — AI-powered executive presence coaching for teams: go.productcoalition.com/podcast-sponsor 98% of PMs use AI daily, but only 39% have role-specific training. Beatrice led a major GA research survey of 117 PMs across US, UK, Canada, and Singapore. Episode covers the skills gap, shadow AI risks, vibe coding, and what AI can't replace. Key topics * Essential skills for...

Brought to you by ExecReps.ai — AI-powered executive presence coaching for teams: go.productcoalition.com/podcast-sponsor In this episode, Griffin Parry, CEO of Madduck, explores the evolving landscape of SaaS pricing, especially in the context of AI-driven features. We discuss the shift from traditional seat-based models to usage and outcome-based pricing, the operational challenges of implementi...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, Jay Stansell speaks with Val Coin, a Digital Transformation Specialist at Via Technology. They discuss the importance of systems in driving growth, the principles of effective change management, and how to identify opportunities for process improvement. Val emphasizes the need for curiosity and clarity in systemizing businesses, the signifi...

Summary In this episode, Jay Stansell interviews Andrew Sachs, a veteran in product strategy and localization. They discuss the concept of localization debt, the evolution of localization solutions, and the importance of integrating localization into product development from the start. Andrew shares insights on the differences between Smartling and Google Translate, the challenges of ensuring tran...

Summary In this conversation, Jay Stansell and Margaret-Ann Seger discusses the importance of empowering teams through a bottoms-up leadership approach, emphasizing the need for autonomy and innovation within organizations. He shares insights on establishing guardrails for innovation, the significance of cross-functional collaboration, and the role of hackathons in generating ideas. Stansell also...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, host Jay Stansell speaks with Ali Hafizji about the critical relationship between engineers and product managers. They discuss the importance of aligning on outcomes, building trust, and effective communication strategies. Ali emphasizes the shift from traditional product requirement documents to prototypes, the need for measurable engineer...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition Podcast, Jay Stansell interviews Rachel Wolan, Chief Product Officer at Webflow. They discuss Rachel’s extensive career in product management, her driving principles, and the importance of resilience in product design, especially in the context of AI integration. Rachel shares insights on managing design risks, ensuring brand control, and navigating...

Summary In this episode, Jay Stansell interviews Bruno Belcastro-Pinter, a lead product manager at Definely, who shares insights on the intersection of AI and legal tech. Bruno discusses the challenges and opportunities in building AI solutions for lawyers, emphasizing the importance of understanding legal workflows and customer needs. He highlights the significance of being customer-centric, addr...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition Podcast, host Jay Stansel speaks with Anna Bello-Elliott, a seasoned user experience researcher, about the critical role of research in product management. They discuss the challenges product managers face in determining when research is necessary, the signs that indicate a need for deeper understanding of customer needs, and the importance of risk...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, Jay Stansell interviews Nicole Segerer, a general manager at Revenera, discussing the evolving landscape of software monetization. They explore the impact of AI, data intelligence, and innovative pricing models on revenue growth. Nicole shares insights on the challenges product leaders face, the importance of collaboration across teams, and...

Summary In this episode, Chris Butler, a leading product manager, discusses the evolving landscape of product operations, the integration of AI, and the importance of qualitative research. He emphasizes the need for a chaotic good mindset in product management, focusing on reducing operational toil and enhancing decision-making processes. Chris also addresses the fears surrounding automation, the...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, host Jay Stansell engages with Gopikrishnan Anilkumar, a principal product leader at Amazon Web Services, to explore his journey into AI product management. Gopikrishnan shares insights on the challenges of transitioning from technical roles to product leadership, the importance of creating impactful AI products, and the ethical considerati...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition Podcast, Jay Stansell and Nishitha Nalla delve into the transformative role of AI in the automotive industry, particularly in telematics. They discuss the complexities of data capture, the importance of real-time decision-making, and the ethical considerations surrounding data usage. The conversation also touches on the implications of AI for insura...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, Jay Stansell interviews Nipurn Doshi, lead product designer at Sigma Computing. They discuss the intricate relationship between design and data, the impact of AI on product design, and the importance of user experience in data tools. Nipurn shares insights on maintaining creativity in a long-term role, the challenges of onboarding users in...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, Jay Stansell interviews Andrea Saez, head of product marketing at Turtle and co-author of 'The Product Momentum Gap.' They discuss the critical intersection of product management and marketing, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between product managers (PMs) and product marketing managers (PMMs). Andrea shares insights on building...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, host Jay Stansell interviews Alex Blinoff, a global product executive with over 15 years of experience. They discuss the evolving role of product managers, the importance of communication and collaboration, and the impact of new technologies on product management. Alex shares insights on building a strong product culture, the shift from vie...

Summary In this conversation, Jay Stansell and Deepak Chanda explore the evolving roles of data analysts and engineers in product development. They discuss the importance of aligning data teams with product vision from the outset, the changing landscape of data analysis, and the need for curiosity and collaboration in driving product innovation. Deepak shares insights on how analysts can create va...

Summary In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, host Jay Stansell interviews Raksha Vashishta, a FinTech product leader and founder of HerTechStory. They discuss Rakesh's journey as an immigrant woman in tech, the challenges she faced, and the importance of mentorship and community. Raksha shares valuable insights on building transitional career skills, navigating cultural differences, a...

In this episode of the Product Coalition Podcast, host Jay Stansell engages with Michael Smith, a veteran product leader, to explore the unique challenges of building AI products. They discuss the need for a redefined product strategy that embraces the disruptive nature of AI, the importance of understanding customer needs, and the balance between human and AI collaboration. The conversation delve...

In this episode of the Product Coalition Podcast, host Jay Stansell engages with Dan Balcauski, a pricing expert, to explore the intricacies of SaaS pricing and packaging. They discuss common misconceptions about pricing, the importance of understanding customer value, and the role of qualitative research in pricing strategies. Dan emphasizes the need for effective pricing governance and accountab...

In this episode of the Product Coalition podcast, Jay Stansell interviews Nesrine Changuel, a product expert with a PhD in streaming media algorithms. They discuss the importance of building products that not only serve functional needs but also create emotional connections with users. Nisreen shares insights from her experience at major companies like Google and Spotify, emphasizing the role of e...

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Brian Glassman shares his insights on the transformative impact of generative AI on product management. With over 25 years of experience, he discusses the practical applications of AI tools, the importance of quality control in AI outputs, and how generative AI is leveling the playing field for product managers. Brian also explores future trends in product manage...