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Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE10 - AI Cooling And Data Centers With Cliff FederspielIn this episode, we sit down with Cliff Federspiel, President and CTO of Vigilent, to explore how AI driven control systems are reshaping data center cooling, energy use, and operational reliability. Cliff shares his journey from academic research and HVAC controls to founding Vigilent during the 2008 financial crisis, and why predictive, model based AI is very different from large language models. The conversation dives into data center realities such as rising rack densities, liquid cooling, power constraints, and the operational value of reducing alarm noise. Along the way, Cliff reflects on leadership, transparency, convincing others to believe, and the...
2026-02-0546 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE9 - Building Hyperscale AI Data Centers in Rural America With Wes CumminsIn this Baxtel Podcast episode, Eric Bell sits down with Wes Cummins, CEO of Applied Digital, to unpack how hyperscale AI data centers are being built far from traditional metros. Wes shares why power availability and fiber routes matter more than population density, and how rural communities like Ellendale, North Dakota benefit economically from large-scale campuses. He walks through Applied Digital’s evolution from Bitcoin mining facilities to purpose-built AI and HPC infrastructure, including lessons learned around InfiniBand design, power density, and future-proofing for NVIDIA’s roadmap. The conversation also explores grid power versus behind-the-meter generation, community misconceptions about data...
2026-01-1649 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE8: Inside ERCOT, Black Start, Winter Storm Uri, and AI Data Center LoadIn this episode, Eric Bell sits down with Russell Fletcher to unpack what it really means to operate a modern power grid in Texas. Russell shares how ERCOT keeps generation and load balanced at 60 Hz, why transmission congestion matters as much as megawatts, and what “black start” recovery looks like when the grid goes dark. They revisit Winter Storm Uri, including how close Texas came to a statewide blackout, and discuss the growing challenge of fast-ramping AI data centers, behind-the-meter generation, and reactive power. Along the way, Russell connects lessons from Navy nuclear submarines to grid operations, where calm, trai...
2026-01-0649 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE7: Now We're Cooking with Gas! Behind the Meter Solutions with Nick KruseIn this conversation, Eric Bell speaks with Nick Kruse, CEO of GPC Infrastructure, about the evolving landscape of power generation for data centers. They discuss the importance of behind the meter solutions, the challenges posed by supply chain issues, and the implications of Texas SB6 on data center operations. Nick shares insights on site selection, gas supply, and the impact of non-attainment zones on power generation. The discussion also touches on innovative solutions for managing data center loads and debunks common myths about natural gas generation.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:53 Meet Nick Kruse in 60 seconds
2025-09-0456 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastEp6 Pete SaccoIn this thought-provoking episode of Baxtel’s Meet Me Room podcast, we sit down with Pete Sacco, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary whose journey spans data centers, AI, energy infrastructure, mysticism, and meditation. Pete shares how his 27-year career in the data center industry has evolved from engineering military-grade power supplies to founding PTS Data Center Solutions and, most recently, GrayWolf Data Centers. With unmatched clarity, he breaks down the future of AI infrastructure, decentralized power, and edge computing—while also revealing his deeply personal quest for inner peace and human connection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone inte...
2025-08-071h 03
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastEp5: Mark Jobson - Baxtel's Meet Me RoomMark Jobson is a global marketing executive known for driving measurable growth through strategic leadership across digital, product, brand, and analytics. With over a decade of experience, he has played a pivotal role in scaling PE-backed SaaS companies and building global brands in the data center and cloud services sectors. His marketing initiatives have generated more than $1 billion in pipeline, supported IPO readiness, and increased enterprise value across high-growth organizations.Mark has led go-to-market efforts across 25+ international markets, contributing up to 80% of new net business through modern ABM, product marketing, and demand generation strategies. He has built...
2025-07-2644 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastLive in Cannes! Niche to Notable: Tackling Burnout and Boosting Innovation in TechSend us a textAndy Davis and Rory Flashman are joined by special guests Adam Gibson, VP of DC Partnerships at Baxtel, and Lauren Ryder, CEO at Leading Edge Global, for another episode of the Inside Data Centre Podcast at Datacloud Cloud Global Congress, Cannes.This episode explores topics from the talent industry, and how diversity of thought – from across multiple industries – can create more innovative solutions, the growing challenges of burn out, and various communities are coming together in the industry to support and build each other up.Going from a niche indu...
2025-07-1518 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE4: Jonathan EavesJon Eaves is a veteran data centre builder, an edge evangelist, and the Founder & CEO of the industry’s fastest-growing edge data centre company.Drawing on more than 30 years of experience building data centres, Jon launched Edge Centres with a single test site in rural Australia. In under two years, he scaled the company to over 20 cutting-edge facilities across more than seven markets throughout APAC and beyond — and he’s only just getting started.
2025-07-0335 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE3: Adam GibsonAdam Gibson is a specialist in Data Centres and has been working in the industry for 17 years on Design, Operation and Management in varied Executive, C-Suite and board positions. Alongside this skilled knowledge Adam's ability to design, develop Fibre Optic Network and Network Technology services has been proven a strong play in ANZ with multiple executive roles. With a global understanding of Data Centres and enabling partnerships, Adam’s driven passion for Digital Infrastructure, which includes, AI, Quantum Network and Quantum Computing, with new Technology and Data profiles has proven the ability to be a presenter, panellist and speaker at...
2025-07-0344 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE2: Chris GrundemannChris Grundemann is a strategic technology leader dedicated to driving business transformation through innovative networking and automation strategies. As Executive Advisor, Network Infrastructure Strategy at Khadga Consulting, he helps organizations unlock the full potential of their network infrastructure through technological and cultural transformation. With 8 patents, two books, and extensive industry contributions, Chris is a recognized expert in interconnection, automation, and NetDevOps. A co-founder of the Network Automation Forum and Chair of OIX, he advises technology executives on modernizing network operations and implementing strategic organizational designs that support successful network automation adoption. A global speaker and thought leader, Chris brings...
2025-06-0436 min
Baxtel's Meet Me Room, A Data Center PodcastE1 David Dunn - H5 Data CentersWelcome to the Meet Me Room Podcast, where we uncover the cloud and the data center.
2025-05-2336 min
The Imposter Syndrome Network PodcastEric BellOne year's worth of weekly ISNP episodes - it's episode 52! To celebrate, we chat with Eric Bell, the founder and managing partner of Baxtel, a company that helps enterprises find data center space or as he calls it “a Yelp for data centers”. Eric tells us how he discovered his passion for tech and how he overcame the challenges of starting his own business. He also shares his tips on how to deal with a dysfunctional team and how to find meaning in your work. We explore what the words “interconnection, data center, and cloud” mean to...
2023-07-2527 min
JSA Podcasts | Telecom, Digital Infrastructure and Data Center News, Insights + More#ITW2021 | Baxtel Changing the Way the Data Center Industry ConnectsMeet Eric Bell, Founder of Baxtel, at #ITW2021. Baxtel is the largest site for data center information with a powerful research tool that is transforming how the data center industry connects. Eric sits down with JSA to talk about Baxtel's targeted advertising platform that provides an e-commerce experience and is optimized to reach data center audiences faster. He also has a special offer for ITW attendees! Email advertise@baxtel.com and visit www.baxtel.com.SUBSCRIBE to JaymieScottoTV for the latest Telecom News: https://www.youtube.com/JaymieScottoTVHOMEPAGE: http://www.jsa.netLIKE JaymieScottoTV...
2021-09-0104 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastEric Bell, Baxtel.com: Creating a data centre communitySend us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Eric Bell, CEO and Founder of data center information platform Baxtel.com. Eric has created a data center community platform that provides insight and information to the data centre sector. We discuss how Eric started his career in the sector and why he decided to establish Baxtel. Eric outlines how he took the concept from an idea to a reality. We then discuss a number of trends within the sector and how Baxtel.com can help customers make a more educated de...
2021-08-2737 min
JSA Podcasts | Telecom, Digital Infrastructure and Data Center News, Insights + MoreData Movers with Eric Bell, Founder of Baxtel.com: The Data Center Market, How to Research it, and Lindy Hopping!Meet Eric Bell, Founder of Baxtel.com, a powerful data center research tool and database that helps purchasers hone in on the information they need to make the right purchasing decisions. He sits down with CEO of JSA Jaymie Scotto Cutaia and top B2B social media influencer Evan Kirstel to talk about the top booming data center markets, how he helps buyers find what they need and what exactly lindy hopping is!To learn more about Baxtel, you can go to www.Baxtel.com and follow on Twitter and Linkedin.SUBSCRIBE to JaymieScottoTV...
2021-07-2822 min
The Interxchange PodcastE32: Baxtel: An Ever Growing Guide for Data Center Locations, Information and NewsEric Bell, founder of Baxtel, joins the program to discuss his career journey and the advantages of using the Baxtel website. Eric reveals how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated utilization of his website and shares his insights on industry trends. Discover the efforts that are being made to provide the workforce talent to keep up with data center demand.
2021-07-2818 min