The Product Podcast

In this episode, Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia interviews Andrew Davidson, Senior Vice President of Product at MongoDB. MongoDB is the most used modern database, powering some of the largest companies across industries like financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing. Originally launched as a free open-source project in 2009, MongoDB went public in 2017 and has grown into a $20Billion dol...

In this episode, Stephen Hsu, Chief Product Officer at Calendly, shares his insights on navigating the AI landscape and transforming Calendly into a comprehensive meeting lifecycle platform. He discusses the challenges of evolving from a simple scheduling tool to a robust solution that meets diverse customer needs and the importance of maintaining a customer-centric approach in a competitive marke...

In this episode, Frank te Pas, Head of Enterprise Product at Perplexity AI shares his journey in the AI landscape, detailing his role in transforming Perplexity into an innovative answer engine that challenges traditional search paradigms. He discusses the complexities of integrating AI into products, the importance of a modular approach to product design, and how to maintain a customer-centric fo...

In this episode of #TheProductPodcast we chat with Jessica Hall, Chief Product Officer at Just Eat Takeaway. Jessica shares her journey in the food delivery industry, detailing her role in transforming Just Eat Takeaway into a global leader that serves over 81 million customers across 19 countries. She discusses the complexities of re-platforming a product, integrating diverse team cultures after...

In this episode of The Product Podcast, we chat with Mario Queiroz, VP of Product at Hinge Health and former VP at Google, where he co-invented the Google Chromecast. Mario takes us on a captivating journey through his diverse career, from building revolutionary hardware products at Google to transforming healthcare with digital physical therapy at Hinge Health. He opens up about the challenges of...

In this episode of The Product Podcast, we sit down with Vinod Suresh, US Chief Product Officer at GoDaddy, to dive deep into his journey from moving across 13 schools as a child to leading major product teams at GoDaddy. Vinod shares his passion for lifelong learning, explaining how this constant evolution has shaped his leadership approach, enabling him to embrace and drive change effectively in...

In this episode of The Product Podcast, we chat with Tom Wang, Chief Product Officer at Turo, the world’s largest peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace. Tom shares his journey of scaling Turo from a small team to a leading car-sharing platform that allows entrepreneurs to monetize their idle cars while providing customers with a unique and convenient rental experience. He opens up about his experie...

In this episode, of The Product Podcast, we chat with Tomer London,Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Gusto, the leading HR platform for small and medium-sized businesses in the US. Tomer shares his journey from coding his first inventory management system for his dad’s clothing store as a teenager to building Gusto into a comprehensive payroll and HR platform serving over 300,000 small busin...

In this episode of the Product Podcast we chat with Karri Saarinen, the CEO at Linear. It's the fastest-growing and most beloved project management tool in the world. The company is valued at $400 million, and has raised $52 million in funding from Accel, Sequoia, and some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs including the founders of Slack. Before Linear, Karri led product design at...

In this episode of the Product Podcast we chat with Jeremy Forrester, VP Product at Twitch and a key player in the world of short videos and live streaming. From his work on Vine for Windows Phone at Twitter to his impactful eight-year stint at Twitch, Jeremy offers incredible insights into the challenges and successes that have shaped today’s media scene.   Jeremy talks about Vine's legacy a...

In this episode of the Product Podcast, join us for a chat with Daniel Danker, CPO at Instacart. Daniel breaks down Instacart Plus and how it’s changing the game with $0 delivery fees and lower costs. Find out how teaming up with Uber Eats has supercharged the value for members by combining grocery and restaurant deliveries into one smooth service. Daniel also talks about sticking to what you’re g...

In this episode, we're thrilled to have Jamie DeLanghe, VP of Product at Slack, who shares her inspiring journey from working in customer support at Etsy to a successful career in product management. Jamie provides valuable insights into mastering product management without a technical background, emphasizing the role of curiosity and self-education.   We delve into the integration of Slack,...

In this episode of the Product Podcast, we're thrilled to host Robert Brunner, Chief Designer at Beats by Dr. Dre and founder of Ammunition. Robert takes us on an enlightening journey through his remarkable career, sharing the secrets behind designing products that drive billions in revenue. We delve into the intersection of aesthetics and functionality, exploring how innovative design can pr...

In this episode of the Product Podcast with Prashanthi Ravanavarapu, Product Executive at PayPal, we unlock the secrets to becoming a transformative product leader. Our guest takes us on her journey from the data team to leading customer experience initiatives at PayPal, showcasing the power of internal mobility for personal and organizational growth.   We chat about how product management can add...

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Product Podcast with David Myszewski, as we dive into his incredible journey from an Apple engineer to a leading fintech innovator at Wealthfront. David shares his unique path from Wyoming to Silicon Valley, discussing his pivotal role in launching the first iPhone. When he joined Wealthfront, the company was managing approximately $3 billion in assets. Duri...

In this episode of the Product Podcast, join us for a chat with Francois Ajenstat, Chief Product Officer at Amplitude. Francois shares his journey in the tech world, shaped by his AI professor dad, and his time at Tableau, where he helped it grow and eventually get bought by Salesforce for $15.7 billion. Francois talks about important mindset shifts for leaders, like balancing frameworks with outc...

In this episode of the Product Podcast,  we sit down with Trisha Price, the Chief Product Officer at Pendo, to explore how AI is transforming product strategy and driving innovation. Trisha shares the incredible impact of OpenAI's ChatGPT on Pendo's development of new features, particularly in guide creation, analytics, and qualitative feedback synthesis. Learn how Pendo is balancing cut...

In this episode of the Product Podcast, unlock the secrets to leading successful product teams in our latest episode featuring Ryan Dally Gallardo, the Senior Vice President of Product at Dow Jones. Join us as Ryan takes us on her inspiring journey from intern to a pivotal leader managing top consumer brands like the Wall Street Journal. In this episode, Ryan shares how her upbringing in a large f...

In this episode of the Product Podcast, we dive into the fascinating career journey of Joff Redfern, who made a big move from Chief Product Officer at Atlassian to partner at Menlo Ventures. If you're navigating career changes or want to master business innovation, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as Joff shares his insights on the dynamic roles of VP and CPO, the importance of managing...

Join us in a new Product Podcast as Yi-Wei Ang, the Chief Product Officer at Talabat, takes us through his extraordinary journey of transforming Talabat from a local food delivery service into the largest multi-service tech company in the Middle East. Yi-Wei shares invaluable insights into how his team expanded from 100 to 550 in product and engineering, and how they tackled the challenges of scal...

Join us in this episode with Álvaro Morales, CEO of Orb, as he explores product pricing strategies that align value and revenue. From his start as a software engineer at Asana to his current role leading pricing innovation, Álvaro offers insights into initial pricing decisions and the progression towards complex pricing frameworks.  Learn how pricing strategies impact company growth, the importanc...

Tune into this engaging episode of the Product Podcast, where we delve into the career story of Priyankka Mani, former CPO at Lonely Planet. Discover her incredible journey and insights gained from leading product teams at tech giants Google and Amazon, and how she expertly navigated her career switch from marketing to product management. Learn about her approach to handling user outcomes, her str...

In this podcast, Fabrice des Mazery, former Chief Product Officer at TripAdvisor, shares invaluable perspectives on product management, ethics, and combating work burnout in large-scale operations. He stresses the significance of cultivating a robust product culture, developing clear strategies in line with the company's vision, and nurturing empathy within product teams. Additionally, Fabric...

Join us for an enlightening fireside chat series featuring Product Leaders from top global tech companies. This time, we'll be joined by Fred Koopmans, Chief Product Officer at BigPanda, offering an exclusive chance to glean valuable perspectives from his experience. Hosted by Product School's Founder & CEO, Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia, this session provides an inside look into...

In this episode, join our podcast as our guest discuss the tech industry journey, PM roles, and real-world experience. Uncover secrets to successful transitions, community building, and skills that differentiate you in tech. Gain insights from Amanda Rottier, SVP of Product at CNN, on navigating this dynamic role, overcoming challenges, and personal insights. Social Links: Find out more about Prod...