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Catalyst

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Catalyst, Launch by NTT DATA’s podcast hosted by Tammy Soares, puts humans at the heart of transformation. Each week, visionary leaders and changemakers share how creativity, technology and human insight are reshaping business, culture and the future of work. From platform innovation to AI and design leadership, Catalyst isn’t just about what’s next in tech — it’s about shaping business, technology, and culture through a human lens and spotlighting the visionaries paving the way forward. Learn more about Launch by NTT DATA Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATA.

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What is Catalyst about?

Catalyst, Launch by NTT DATA’s podcast hosted by Tammy Soares, puts humans at the heart of transformation. Each week, visionary leaders and changemakers share how creativity, technology and human insight are reshaping business, culture and the future of work.

What has Catalyst covered recently?

Recent episodes include "From the archives: The power of the story with Kainoa Horcajo" (27 October 2026, 37 minutes), "AI Access isn’t AI strategy: Balancing risk and innovation with Tony Glebe" (20 October 2026, 37 minutes), and "Resistance is the start of the conversation: Deepesh Chandra on leading tech change in healthcare" (13 October 2026, 43 minutes).

How often does Catalyst publish?

Catalyst publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 561 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Catalyst?

Booking probability for Catalyst is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Catalyst requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Catalyst's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Catalyst?

The strongest fits for Catalyst are IT Services & Software Development and Business & Management Consulting. Catalyst has a technology audience.

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Catalyst is a technology podcast with 561 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #561

    From the archives: The power of the story with Kainoa Horcajo

    Oct 27, 202637 min

    In this episode from the archives Tammy is joined by speaker, storyteller and cultural wayfinder Kainoa Horcajo. Through his firm Mo’olelo Group, Kainoa has found a way to transform Hawaiian wisdom into business...

  • Episode #560

    AI Access isn’t AI strategy: Balancing risk and innovation with Tony Glebe

    Oct 20, 202637 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Tony Glebe, executive advisor at IMA Financial Group. Tony has spent more than 25 years in consulting, operator roles, healthcare, and now commercial insurance, where he works...

  • Episode #559

    Resistance is the start of the conversation: Deepesh Chandra on leading tech change in healthcare

    Oct 13, 202643 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Deepesh Chandra, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Montefiore Einstein, one of New York’s most mission-driven health systems. Deepesh has spent...

  • Episode #558

    From the archives: Brian Solis on shaping the future, not reacting to it

    Oct 6, 202645 min

    This week on Catalyst, we're revisiting a conversation from the archives. Tammy is joined by Brian Solis, a digital anthropologist, futurist and Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow, who studies how disruptive...

  • Episode #557

    Metabolizing AI: Shulagna Dasgupta on on unlocking human potential

    Sep 29, 202641 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Shulagna Dasgupta, a fellow podcast host who spent over two decades at Accenture on human capital, talent, and operating models, most recently as vice chair advising CEOs...

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  • Episode #556

    From the archives: UPS’ Sean Jantzen on the importance of shipping early and small

    Sep 22, 202632 min

    In this special episode recorded in front of a live audience at Nexus 2025 , Tammy is joined by Sean Jantzen, VP of Software Engineering at UPS. Sean brings over 24 years of experience at UPS, where he’s risen from...

  • Episode #555

    Double bottom line: Rita Soni on impact sourcing and inclusive talent design

    Sep 15, 202645 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Rita Soni, a social entrepreneur and one of the leading voices on impact sourcing, an intentional, inclusive talent strategy she's helped shape since the term was coined during...

  • Episode #554

    Rebel, not chaos monster: Tanarra Schneider on slowing down to get AI right

    Sep 8, 202640 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Tanarra Schneider, founder of Rebel 75, for a conversation about building healthier, more human workplace cultures in the age of AI. Tanarra's path here wasn't linear, she led...

  • Episode #553

    The Epidemic of the Red Zone: Anna Pool on Helping Leaders Reduce Chronic Stress

    Sep 1, 202644 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by not just any executive coach — she's welcoming her very own executive coach onto the podcast. Anna Pool is an executive coach, author, and President of Executive Savvy, and has...

  • Episode #551

    Autonomy and EQ: Adam Zaouague on trust and teamwork in manufacturing

    Aug 18, 202641 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Adam Zaouague, Automation & Data Specialist at Reata Engineering & Machine Works and a finalist for the Next Generation Leadership Award at the Manufacturing Leadership Council...

  • Episode #550

    Inclusive technology for an inclusive future: Roli Agrawal on how to build ethical and responsible AI

    Aug 11, 202632 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by NTT Data’s Chief Strategy Officer Roli Agrawal for a conversation about implementing technology that works for everyone. Roli shares about her upbringing in India and how the...

  • Episode #549

    Get comfortable with being uncomfortable: Craig Vaughan on culture and curiosity

    Aug 4, 202636 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Craig Vaughan, Executive Managing Director and Global Head of AI Go-to-Market at NTT DATA, three months into the role. Craig traces his path from studying architecture at...

  • Episode #548

    The right team changes everything: Arrow McLarren’s Kevin Thimjon on leadership and winning

    Jul 28, 202633 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Kevin Thimjon, President of the Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team, who oversees the business side of one of the sport's most storied organizations, from finance and commercial strategy...

  • Episode #547

    Serving the public sector: Beth Howen on modernizing government tech

    Jul 21, 202638 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Beth Howen, President of State, Local Government and Education (SLED) at NTT DATA, who helps government agencies and school systems modernize the technology touching everyday...

  • Episode #546

    Ready, fire, aim: Emma Boyd on entering the workforce alongside AI

    Jul 14, 202633 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Emma Boyd, a recent Chapman University graduate stepping into her first job as a practice analyst at a San Francisco law firm just as her generation navigates entering the...

  • Episode #545

    From the archives: National Life Group's Nimesh Mehta on navigating change with empathy

    Jul 7, 202641 min

    In this episode from the archives, Tammy is joined by Nimesh Mehta. Nimesh is the Chief Information and Strategy Officer at National Life Group and is passionate about creating human experiences with AI — music to our...

  • Episode #544

    Leading when you don’t have all the answers: Shelly Swanback on culture, vision, and continuous learning

    Jun 30, 202636 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Shelly Swanback, a transformation executive who spent her career helping global organizations navigate digital disruption and large-scale cultural change. Before retiring...

  • Episode #543

    Mindfulness and design: Cal Thompson on why human-centered design matters more than ever

    Jun 23, 202634 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Cal Thompson, designer, product advisor, artist and mindfulness teacher with over 15 years of experience in human-centered design. Cal most recently served as VP of Product...

  • Episode #542

    From the factory floor to the future of work: Carolyn Lee on closing manufacturing's AI skills gap

    Jun 16, 202641 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Carolyn Lee, President of The Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers. Carolyn grew up in a...

  • Episode #541

    From the CIA to leading AI industry solutions: Sezin Palmer on the breakthroughs yet to come

    Jun 9, 202639 min

    This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Sezin Palmer, AI Solutions Leader at NTT DATA in North America. Sezin traces her impressive and unconventional journey from CIA analyst and Navy submarine warfare programs to...

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