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The CCS Insight PodcastEveryday AI at the Desk: Lessons from Google Workspace in Banking and RetailAdoption of AI in the enterprise has been increasing at a rapid pace over the past few years, transforming how organizations tackle everyday challenges and improve productivity. What does that shift look like in practice?To hear first-hand about implementations of AI in banking and retail, CCS Insight’s Chief of Enterprise Research, Bola Rotibi, is joined by Oscar Barlow, Head of AI Advocacy at Starling, and Colin Featherstone, Head of Technology at Morrisons. Oscar is focused on making Starling an AI-fluent bank, and Colin is responsible for networks, platforms, cloud and workspace.We uncover ho...
2026-01-0943 min
Pop Culture PurgatoryEpisode 317: TARANTINO MONTH: DJANGO UNCHAINED (2012)WELCOME BACK TO PURGATORY!!!!
This week the boys continue on with Tarantino month with one of the most epic westerns ever made with Django Unchained from 2012. Written and Directed by Quentin Tarantino and the film stars Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington, Samuel L. Jackson, James Remar, Atp Essandoh, Sammi Rotibi, Clay Donahue Fontenot, Escalante Lundy, Nichole Galicia, Dana Gourrier, Walton Goggins, Laura Cayouette, Don Johnson, James Russo, Russ & Amber Tamblyn, Bruce Dern, M. C. Gainey, Don Stroud, Zoe Bell, Robert Carrradine, Tom Savini, Michael & James Parks and Franko Nero!!!
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2025-08-041h 43
Nights into Mornings PodcastSammi Rotibi : Hustle of Hollywood JourneyIn this engaging conversation, Amalia Leandro interviews film and television actor Sammi Rotibi. His most notable roles are Rodney in Django Unchained and General Amajagh in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. He shares his experiences navigating the complexities and hustle of the acting industry. They discuss the current challenges faced by actors, as well as the necessity to adapt to the business side of their craft. Sammi reflects on his journey from studying architecture to pursuing acting, the thrill of live performance, and the realities of self-doubt that many artists face. Sammi Rotibi and Amalia Leandro discuss the...
2025-06-221h 15
The CCS Insight PodcastAnswering the Call: Technology in Modern PolicingDigital transformation is reshaping organizations in all industries, enabling them to improve efficiency, enhance service delivery and optimize resources. In the private sector, businesses have embraced cloud computing, automation and AI to streamline operations and improve customer engagement.The public sector has traditionally lagged behind, constrained by old systems, siloed data and complex regulatory requirements. However, rising service demands and shifting user expectations are driving a renewed urgency to modernize operations and adopt more agile, technology-driven approaches. In policing, digital innovation is transforming contact management, improving citizen engagement and enabling more effective resource allocation.To...
2025-06-1653 min
The CCS Insight PodcastDriving Digital Transformation with Marketplace PartnershipsDigital transformation has become a fundamental driver of change across industries, altering how businesses approach procurement, IT infrastructure and decision-making. Procurement is undergoing significant changes as digital transformation reshapes traditional sourcing and supplier management. Organizations are shifting from manual, siloed systems to integrated digital solutions, using AI-driven tools to improve compliance, risk management and cybersecurity. These advancements aim to enhance operational efficiency and adaptability, going further than solely reducing costs.Greater flexibility is becoming necessary, replacing rigid approval cycles with more collaborative approaches. Businesses must be able to respond quickly to market changes, supplier challenges and regulatory...
2025-02-2833 min
The CCS Insight PodcastMarketplace Momentum: AWS Marketplace and Partners Simplify ProcurementSoftware marketplaces are an established concept that has been growing in popularity. Marketplaces offer many benefits, especially in easing the procurement and billing of services, presenting opportunities for partner services and simplifying access to them. Other benefits include accelerating and streamlining service implementation, which can save set-up time without requiring specialist skills.To understand the role of marketplace solutions, I spoke to Mona Chadha, Director of Worldwide ISVs and Partners at Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS Marketplace is 10 years old and has evolved considerably, but its mission has remained the same: to make it as easy as...
2025-01-1539 min
Real Conversations with Jacob YoungSammi RotibiJacob and Trent are joined by the Nigerian-American actor to learn about his rise through American film and TV projects. From growing up in Nigeria and following his dreams after arriving in South Florida to the one man Rotibi credits for molding him into the person he is today.
2024-09-0444 min
The CCS Insight PodcastA More Secure Approach to Today's Threat LandscapeIn our annual survey of senior leaders, security continues to be the top priority for IT investment, with cyberattacks, passwords and network security crucial concerns. Phishing, malware and ransomware remain high-level concerns for senior leaders.For CCS Insight's latest podcast episode, I was joined by Andy Wen, Senior Director of Product Management at Google, and Aspi Havewala, Vice President of Infrastructure at Verizon to delve into Google Workspace's approach to security.Our discussion unpacked the security threats faced by organizations today, investigating the tools available to empower borderless collaboration in the modern workplace environment.
2024-06-1732 min
The CCS Insight PodcastPutting Generative AI to Use in the Real WorldSince OpenAI's ChatGPT became publicly available in November 2022, the world has been captivated by the possibilities of generative artificial intelligence (AI). But AI isn't new: companies have been developing AI and machine learning technologies for many years. One organization with a rich history in this area is IBM. As the hype about AI continues to build, it's crucial that firms implement the technology effectively for their business. IBM has decades of experience applying AI in real-world solutions to deliver tangible outcomes in industries such as HR and healthcare.In our latest podcast episode, Bola Rotibi, CCS Insight's...
2024-05-0736 min
The ITPro PodcastGoogle Cloud Next 2024: Building an AI advantageThis week has seen Google Cloud’s annual Next conference in full swing, with the hyperscaler having made major announcements on generative AI and the infrastructure necessary to support it.Having spent the past year playing catch-up with Microsoft and OpenAI, Google Cloud is now in a place where it’s ready to press its advantage in AI, years after the company first declared itself “AI first”. But has it succeeded in this mission, and if so – what are the tangible benefits for Google Cloud customers?In this episode, recorded live at Google Cloud Next 2024 Rory speaks to...
2024-04-1210 min
The CCS Insight PodcastTop IoT and Edge AI Predictions for 2024Artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing are taking the Internet of things (IoT) to the next level, with new and exciting applications expected over the next year and beyond. But as the rapid pace of advancements and investments unfolds, it raises the question: are we accelerating too fast?We recently talked to Christina Cardoza, Editorial Director at insight.tech, about our top IoT and edge AI predictions for 2024. We also navigate the responsible development of solutions and explore the impact AI is set to make in the coming years.The podcast touches on topics including:
2024-03-0833 min
Let's Talk With AvahATOMIC HABITS; CHAPTER 5,6&7BOOKS1E5: Let's talk about making the new habits obvious, the hows, whys and whens.
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2023-11-1922 minLet's Talk With AvahATOMIC HABITS: CHAPTER 4The man who didn't look right.
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2023-10-2815 minLet's Talk With AvahLet's talk: Being OverwhelmedHave you ever felt this big feeling in your chest that's making you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on you? Yes, that's feeling overwhelmed.
Let's talk this feeling, the causes and how to manage and navigate the feeling
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2023-10-2214 minLet's Talk With Avah6 non-sexual lessons for everyoneBe mentally attractive
Don't subscribe to everyone's idea of fun
Heal from your trauma
Normalize saying no
Shed the weight of people's opinion
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2023-08-0307 min
The CCS Insight PodcastNavigating the Path to Secure AppsIn recent months, various industries and organizations worldwide have been hit by numerous high-profile security breaches. These breaches have included unauthorized access, data leaks, ransomware attacks and other forms of cyberthreats targeting applications and their underlying infrastructure.Respondents in our Senior Leadership IT Investment Survey, 2022 cited IT security as the top priority for the fourth consecutive year, outlining both the importance of security and the complexities facing many businesses. When looking at new product launches and updates, security is at the front and centre of the messaging as a core capability on offer from many software providers.
2023-08-0238 minLet's Talk With AvahWishes Vs. Reality (part 2)Life doesn't go as planned. It can be frustrating, annoying, painful amongst other things. How then can one carry on even after all the disappointments? Listen to find out 😉
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2023-07-2213 minLet's Talk With AvahWishes vs RealityWhat have you been wishing for?
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2023-07-1806 minLet's Talk With AvahLet's Talk RelationshipsSocial media Friendships vs Real life Friendship
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2023-07-0806 min
The CCS Insight PodcastAchieving Customer Success in the Face of IT ComplexityToday's IT solutions are more complex than ever, with enterprises navigating how to introduce new capabilities like cloud, mobile and Internet of things to a foundation of traditional technology. Maintaining an open and clear line of communication with an IT partner can make all the difference in this process, assuring the best chance of success for both parties. Also, a good partner should help its client organization bring specific skill sets in-house, becoming more self-sufficient and capable of developing at pace.For this episode of the CCS Insight podcast, I was joined by IBM's Natalie Denyer, Director...
2023-06-1334 minLet's Talk With AvahAtomic Habits; Chapter 3How to build good habits in 4 Simple Steps
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2023-05-0723 min
The CCS Insight PodcastBroadcom's Hock Tan on Partners, Scale and Choice for VMwareUnder the spotlight of regulatory scrutiny, Broadcom CEO and president Hock Tan has been working to bring clarity to how VMware will thrive in the Broadcom family. What will undoubtedly be a relief to prospective customers, partners and the wider market is that it won't come at the expense of stifling competition and choice. However, faced with apprehension from various trade, competition and antitrust bodies, Mr Tan and his team have had some convincing to do.Shortly after Broadcom announced its intentions to acquire VMware on 26 May 2022, CCS Insight commented on the announcement. We viewed the decision...
2023-05-0431 minLet's Talk With AvahAtomic Habits; Chapter 2How habits form your identity (and vice versa)
Do you wonder why you don't do the thing you wish to do? Are you truly motivated or is there something wrong with you?
The answers you are searching for are in this episode. Let's discuss the impact your habits have on who you are and how you behave. Cheers 🥂
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2023-04-2635 minLet's Talk With AvahAtomic Habits: Chapter 1Why Tiny Changes Make A Big Difference
What are atomic habits? How can my habits change my life? What am I doing that I'm not supposed to be doing? What am I not doing?
Join me as we delve into the answers provided in the book Atomic Habits. 🥂
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2023-04-2633 min
Escuchando PeliculasLa Purga: Infinita (2021) #Thriller #Terror #Acción #peliculas #audesc #podcastPaís
Estados Unidos
Dirección
Everardo Gout
Guion
James DeMonaco
Música
The Newton Brothers
Fotografía
Luis David Sansans
Reparto
Ana de la Reguera, Tenoch Huerta, Josh Lucas, Will Patton, Cassidy Freeman, Leven Rambin, Alejandro Edda, Susie Abromeit, Sammi Rotibi, Anthony Molinari
Sinopsis
Para los miembros de un movimiento clandestino, ya no es suficiente una noche anual de anarquía y asesinatos, así que deciden devolver a Estados Unidos el caos y las masacres sin fin, donde nadie volverá a estar a salvo... jamás. Adela (Ana de la Reguera) y su esposo Juan (Tenoch Huerta) viven en Texas, d...
2023-04-051h 38
The CCS Insight PodcastAre Portable Containers Destroying Standards?Containers can be a vital tool in the development of operations teams, allowing developers to build up skills in a technology that isn't specific to a particular type or workload, and to become more responsible for the life cycle of their applications. These portable containers can help organizations as they transition to the cloud by making workloads accessible across different technologies. However, the solution is still evolving, and some question if portable containers are destroying standards.For this episode of the CCS Insight podcast, our chief of enterprise research, Bola Rotibi, was joined by IBM's Emily Jiang...
2023-03-2318 min
The CCS Insight PodcastJava's Future in the CloudSince the 1990s, Java has become one of the most popular programming languages and an established technology for enterprise development. However, despite this history and the role it played in the beginning of the Internet, Java is not always seen as an instrumental technology in the cloud. For our latest podcast episode, Bola Rotibi, Chief of Enterprise Research at CCS Insight, talks to Ian Robinson, Distinguished Engineer and Chief Technology Officer of the IBM Application Platform. Ian has more than 25 years of experience working in distributed enterprise computing and is responsible for the technical strategy of IBM A...
2023-03-0717 minLet's Talk With AvahThere is no right time...I was always waiting for the best time to do a lot of Things, but I never did because I discovered that I wasn't able to do them because there was never a right time. When did you learn that? Or are you also in my shoes, just learning this lesson?
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2023-02-0103 minLet's Talk With AvahLet's talk GratitudeLife has been showing different versions of shege, but in all we should learn to give thanks in all situations. Let's talk Gratitude with Avah is a reminder to be grateful for all you have...
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2023-01-2007 min
Future Sight with Capgemini InventREADING THE TEA LEAVES OF 2022. What does 2023 have in store for us?Is the perma-crisis really permanent? How are guardrails supporting creativity? What does the growing trend of friend-shoring say about who we trust to do business with? Moving on, we'll be strategizing for the future, discussing persistent issues, potential recession scenarios and which industries will be hit the hardest. We'll also be uncovering the role of cyber security and AI in 2023, and exploring the shift towards "friend-zoning" China. Don't miss out on our "Tangible Takeaways" segment where we'll be providing actionable advice to give your business the edge it needs in 2023. Tune in now, and...
2023-01-2053 minLet's Talk With AvahLabels: PrideIn my opinion, there is nothing wrong in walking up to someone to start a conversation with them. Before you conclude that someone is proud, try talking to them first.
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2022-09-2405 minLet's Talk With AvahStay connectedHave your phone ever gone off even though there was a power source close by and you just didn't connect it? Same things with humans, we die in different forms because we refuse to recharge ourselves. Listen to learn more 🙈
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2022-07-1004 minLet's Talk With AvahLet's talk LonelinessJoin Temitayo and I as we discuss loneliness and how we've dealt with it in our own way
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2022-02-2712 minLet's Talk With AvahLonelinessEver feel alone even in the midst of people? Share with me. I can't seem to find an answer to that.
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2022-02-1104 minLet's Talk With AvahLet's talk characterEveryone's has a flaw in their Character but working on it is the main deal. How do you deal with those character flaws? Let's talk about that
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2022-02-0313 min
The CCS Insight PodcastGolden Rules for Multicloud DeliveryIn this episode of the CCS Insight podcast, Bola Rotibi, Research Director for Software Development at CCS Insight, explores important considerations for successful multicloud management and support. She is joined by VMware's Betty Junod, Senior Director of Multicloud Solutions Marketing, and Mark Leake, Director of Product Marketing. Clive Howard, Chief Technology Officer at Huozhi, a providerof a humanitarian fintech platform, and associate analyst with CCS Insight, also joined the podcast discussion.The experts discuss strategic and tactical guidance in supporting multicloud operations, covering topics such as:Choosing the right cloud for different teams and...
2021-12-1041 minLet's Talk With AvahBlunt 🤔 or rude 🥺How do you talk to someone who you feel has done something wrong? When trying to correct someone, are you being insulting or are you straight forward? Do you talk to people from a place of love or do you talk from the place of pain? Are you Blunt or rude?
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2021-12-0205 minLet's Talk With AvahLearning the art of saying sorryDo you actually know how to say sorry? Do you know that you can mend relationships by just saying sorry?
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2021-11-2503 minLet's Talk With AvahSelf LoveWe live in a world where loneliness is kinda the order of the day. Losing ourselves in the midst of this madness is the worst thing that could ever happen, yet, it happens even to the best of us. Join me on this journey to self discovery, where the first step is loving yourself
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2021-10-0726 min
The Business of Open SourceConnecting Cloud Native Technology to Unique Business Goals with Bola RotibiAs an analyst at CCS insight, Bola Rotibi gets a birds-eye view of trends in how industries use software to advance their business goals. We had an incredible conversation about how companies use cloud native technology to meet business goals and how vendors in the cloud native space should pay more attention to the needs of specific industries. Links: https://www.ccsinsight.com/blog/author/bolarotibi/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bolarotibi/https://twitter.com/bolarotibi
2021-01-2037 min
Voices in InnovationVoices in Innovation – Jon Interview Bola Rotibi on Maintaining Innovation With A DevOps Mindset
Prior to becoming an analyst, Bola Rotibi was a process engineer and programmer. We speak to Bola about how to deliver DevOps, stop the blame culture and move to an empowered model.
Voices in Innovation – Jon Interview Bola Rotibi on Maintaining Innovation With A DevOps Mindset
2020-06-2340 min
That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse049: Sammi Rotibi — How to Foster a Growth Mindset to Enjoy The Process of Acting and Prepare Yourself for Opportunities with Quentin Tarantino and Antoine FuquaSammi Rotibi is an accomplished and seasoned actor with over 40 credits to his name, working in both television and film. He is best known for his work on Antoine Fuqua's Tears of the Sun, following the story of a Special-Ops commander in the Nigerian jungle and his journey to save lives of 70 refugees, and Quentin Tarantino's critically acclaimed Django Unchained in his role as Rodney. He is also known for his performances in Lord of War, acting alongside Nicolas Cage, LUV, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Blue: The American Dream, and Once Upon a Time in Venice, his...
2018-07-171h 03
NextSammi Rotibi Guests, President Dwayne Johnson & More Trends | BHL’s NextBHL: Next – In this episode, our Black Hollywood Live hosts Rheina Ale and Michelle Madison welcome Sammi Rotibi to discuss the biggest casting news for the week of November 18th, 2016! We're talking about Hollywood and Football on E!, will Dwayne Johnson be the next President, Fresh Beatz and more!
All this and more on BHL's Next!
2016-11-1853 min
Spotlight On - AfterBuzz TVSammi Rotibi Interview | AfterBuzz TV’s Spotlight OnAFTERBUZZ TV - AfterBuzz TV's Spotlight On edition, is a long form interview series featuring actors discussing their roles and shows as well as their thoughts, passions and journeys. In this episode host Zoe Hewitt interviews Sammi Rotibi.
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2016-11-1446 min