Best Michael Haase Podcasts (2024)

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Task Force Lima's Mission and Challenges with Captain Manuel Xavier Lugo 31:43

2d ago31:43

31:43

This week, Bonnie is joined by fellow CDAO leader Captain Manuel Xavier Lugo, Head of AI Initiatives and Capability Delivery and Task Force Lima Commander at OSD CDAO, to discuss the Task Force Lima mission, its challenges, and their 18-month race to AI mastery. Captain Lugo dives into the reality of AI integration, the pursuit of technological mat…

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Smooth Operators (4/12/2024)- Calendar Crazy 48:29

6d ago48:29

48:29

The boys are back to disuses the F1 circus, This time it was the most recent Japan GP, The new Calendar for 2025, The driver lineup for 2025, and the who what why of those driver moves.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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The Power Behind the Amazon Way with John Rossman 26:13

9d ago26:13

26:13

In this episode of the 'Pfeffer on Power' podcast, host Jeffrey Pfeffer, a professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, is joined by John Rossman, author of four books on leadership and business innovation, including The Amazon Way and his new book Big Bet Leadership. He is an early Amazon executive who played a key role in launc…

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Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Delivery with Jennifer Pahlka 34:02

9d ago34:02

34:02

This week, Bonnie is joined by special guest Jennifer Pahlka, author of "Recoding America: Why Government is Failing in the Digital Age and How We Can Do Better”, to talk through some of the most pressing issues facing public servants today. Jennifer dives into the need to shift from project management to product management, the power of human-cent…

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Smooth Operators (4/5/2024)- Back to Japan 25:51

13d ago25:51

25:51

On this episode of Smooth Operators, Griggs, Noah and Ben discuss what Sainz's future will look like along with their preview and picks for this weekends Japanese Grand Prix.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Tricia Tran, BS 99 – Empowering Women in Leadership 25:03

14d ago25:03

25:03

In this episode of OneHaas, meet alumna Tricia Tran, Senior Field Marketing Manager of the financial services and Fintech group at ServiceNow. She’s also the founding co-President of the Berkeley Haas Women in a leadership Alumnae network. A child of Vietnamese immigrant parents, Tricia grew up in the Bay Area with her heart set on one day attendin…

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Integrating Technology & Innovation at U.S. Central Command with Schuyler Moore 28:17

16d ago28:17

28:17

This week, Bonnie sits down with Schuyler Moore, Chief Technology Officer for U.S. Central Command, to discuss the process of integrating technology into critical military operations and her experience pioneering the role of CTO at CENTCOM. Schuyler shares her insights on the importance of fostering a culture of innovation from the top down, the cr…

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Smooth Operators (3/29/2024)- Melbourne Madness 30:07

20d ago30:07

30:07

On this episode of Smooth Operators, Ben, Noah and Griggs discuss the Australian Grand Prix, the FIA and FOM relationship, and the driver market.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Acting With Power and Using Your Influence with Deborah Gruenfeld 29:23

23d ago29:23

29:23

In this episode of the 'Pfeffer on Power' podcast, host Jeffrey Pfeffer, a professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, is joined by Deborah Gruenfeld, professor at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business and author of the book Acting with Power: Why We Are More Powerful Than We Believe. Deborah emphasizes the impact of…

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Fostering Transformative Thinking in Defense with Lt. Gen. Michael Groen (Ret.) 29:58

24d ago29:58

29:58

This week, Bonnie is joined by Lieutenant General Michael Groen (Ret.), former director of the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, to talk about the importance of transformative thinking in the DoD. General Groen shares his insights on transforming military capabilities with AI, the significance of a communal drive for change, and the need for an…

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Smooth Operators (3/22/2024)- Going to a Land Down Under 1:09:22

27d ago1:09:22

1:09:22

On this episode, Griggs and Ben talk about Logan Sargeant giving up his car this weekend for Alex Albon, the FIA, Zak Brown's new contract extension and their picks and preview for the Australian Grand Prix.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Nontraditional Procurement Methods in Defense with Stephanie Wilson 28:19

29d ago28:19

28:19

Today’s bonus episode features listener favorite and contracting powerhouse, Stephanie Wilson, on the Doing Tech Better in Government podcast. Stephanie chats with host, Brian Fox, about her experience with non-traditional procurement methods, combating legacy tech, and getting familiar with the unfamiliar. From AI in procurement to culture change …

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Overcoming Bureaucracy in Defense Innovation with Jon Gruen 29:32

1M ago29:32

29:32

This week, Bonnie is joined by Jon Gruen, CEO of Fortem Technologies and former Navy SEAL, to discuss counter-drone strategies and the challenges of fostering innovation in the defense space. Jon shares his insights on the intricacies of operating in the DoD, the capital-intensive nature of defense technology development, and the importance of educ…

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Smooth Operators (3/15/2024)- Abysmal Alpine 49:20

1M ago49:20

49:20

The boys are here on the radio as they break down the past races including Alpine struggles, Redbull dominance and scandal, as well as Mercedes and a kid named Bearman.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Eileen Kwei, BA 01 – Networking with Sincerity and Authenticity 26:19

1M ago26:19

26:19

The OneHaas alumni podcast is thrilled to welcome Eileen Kwei, the Managing Director and Chief Administrative Officer of Artisan Partners, a global investment management firm that offers a wide range of high-value-added investment strategies. Eileen was born in the U.S. and spent the first six years of her life in New York where her parents further…

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Power Plays in Business and Politics with Steve Westly 25:44

1M ago25:44

25:44

In this episode of the 'Pfeffer on Power' podcast, host Jeffrey Pfeffer, a professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, is joined by Steve Westly, a venture capitalist and entrepreneur - he was employee number 22 at Ebay, lecturer in Management at Stanford University, and politician. He is also the former State Controller of Cali…

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Accelerating AI Adoption with Ramsay Brown 38:17

1M ago38:17

38:17

This week, Bonnie sits down with Ramsay Brown, CEO of Mission Control AI, at DoD Advantage 2024 to talk about how to keep up with the rapid advancements in AI. Ramsay dives into the impact of AI on industries and personal lives, the looming need for responsible AI governance, and the challenges that organizations face when adopting these technologi…

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How Tradewinds is Shaping the Future of Defense Contracting with Bonnie Evangelista 36:32

1M ago36:32

36:32

This week, our very own Bonnie Evangelista explores the intricacies of AI literacy within the defense sector in this special recast of her presentation at the AI Literacy Conference. Get an in-depth look at how evolving contracting mechanisms like BAAs and CSOs are reshaping the way the military engages with cutting-edge AI technologies, and learn …

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Smooth Operators (2/29/24)- 2024 F1 Season Preview 32:54

2M ago32:54

32:54

On this episode, Griggs and Ben preview the upcoming F1 season and give their predictions and takes for what to expect in 2024. Then, the guys move into discussing the Bahrain Grand Prix and give there thoughts and predictions for the race weekend.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Communicating with Power: Connection Over Perfection with Matt Abrahams 21:06

2M ago21:06

21:06

In this episode of the 'Pfeffer on Power' podcast, host Jeffrey Pfeffer, a professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, is joined by Matt Abrahams, a lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, podcast host of Think Fast, Talk Smart, and author of both 'Speaking Up Without Freaking Out' and 'Think Faster, Talk …

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Instilling AI Readiness Across Your Teams with Capt. Jonathan Haase 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

This week, Bonnie is joined by Captain Jonathan Haase, program manager at PMS 408 in NAVSEA, to talk about the importance of AI readiness in the defense industry. Jon shares his insights on how teams can use AI to enhance work processes, facilitate more meaningful face-to-face interactions, and build stronger team relationships. He teaches us to em…

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Building a Strong Data Ecosystem with Shubhi Mishra 31:47

2M ago31:47

31:47

This week, Bonnie is joined by Shubhi Mishra, founder and CEO of Raft, to talk about the importance of building strong data ecosystems in the DoD. She shares her insights on prioritizing users versus buyers, taking an unstructured approach to data intake, and why defense tech startups need to rethink the “valley of death” in order to survive it. Tu…

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Smooth Operators (2/16/2024)- Red Bull Rearrange 1:22:05

2M ago1:22:05

1:22:05

After a two week break, Noah, Ben and Griggs are back again to talk about the world of Formula 1. On this episode, the guys talk about car launches, Fernando Alonso interested in going to Mercedes, their favorite liveries from the launches, and what they are looking forward to from testing next week.…

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Laura Clayton McDonnell, JD MBA 85 – The Importance of Having a Personal Philosophy 34:00

2M ago34:00

34:00

On this episode of OneHaas, we hear about the incredible career journey of Laura Clayton McDonnell – the president of Corporates at Thomson Reuters and a board member at Signal AI and Zuora. A first-generation American, Laura grew up in a military family from Panama with her parents always encouraging her to stay curious and never stop learning. Sh…

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Lessons Learned from Losing Power and Keeping Power with Tony Levitan of Egreetings 25:27

2M ago25:27

25:27

In this episode of the Pfeffer on Power podcast, host Jeffrey Pfeffer is joined by Tony Levitan, CEO of InWhack and the co-founder of Egreetings. The discussion delves into Levitan's experiences as a startup founder, specifically the challenges faced during his journey with Egreetings which ended up transforming from a 300 million-dollar business t…

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Empowering Soldier Innovation in the Digital Age with LTG Chris Donahue 28:24

2M ago28:24

28:24

This week, Bonnie is joined by none other than Lieutenant General Chris Donahue, Commander of the XVIII Airborne Corps, to discuss innovation, AI ethics, and leadership in military operations. He shares his insights on empowering soldiers through collective experimentation, bridging generational tech gaps, and developing and sustaining AI-driven sy…

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The Evolution of Defense Tech with Ben Van Roo 31:28

2M ago31:28

31:28

This week, Bonnie is joined by Ben Van Roo, CEO and co-founder of Yurts AI, to discuss the rapid evolution of defense tech in the last decade. He shares his insights on the dynamic interplay between defense initiatives and the commercial tech landscape, the pitfalls of dual-use companies, and the fine line between oversaturation and innovation in A…

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Smooth Operators(2/2/2024) - Fabulous Ferrari 46:34

3M ago46:34

46:34

The boys are back and are excited to talk to you as the offseason gave them a present for things to talk about like, Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari, Andretti getting blocked from entering the world of F1, Haas's sponsorships and livery.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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The Price of Power with Dr. Rudy Crew 23:54

3M ago23:54

23:54

In this episode of 'Pfeffer on Power,' host Jeffrey Pfeffer, a Stanford University professor, converses with education expert and influential figure, Dr. Rudy Crew. Dr. Crew is the Clinical Education Professor at USC Rossier School of Education, and has had notable former roles as Chancellor of New York City Schools, superintendent of the Miami-Dad…

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Creating a Culture of Trust and Transparency (Bonnie’s Interview on Instill Culture Lab) 30:01

3M ago30:01

30:01

This week, Bonnie Evangelista joins Dan Kasper on the Instill Culture Lab video series to dive into the concept of culture and building high-performance teams. With Dan's expertise from his Navy Special Operations days and Bonnie’s experience leading teams in the DoD, they peel back the layers on the emotional impact of leadership, the significance…

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Smooth Operators(1/26/2024) - Madrid Madness 48:32

3M ago48:32

48:32

the boys are back to talk Madrid, Lando Norris, Driver contracts, and a look toward the livery season as it is fast approaching.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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How to Increase Experimentation in the DoD with Victor “SALSA” Lopez 34:53

3M ago34:53

34:53

This week, Bonnie is joined by Major Victor “SALSA” Lopez, Chief of Autonomy Operations for AFWERX, to discuss how to push past bureaucracy to enable rapid experimentation in the DoD. He shares his insights on leading through innovation, creating a team culture built on psychological safety, speeding up software implementation, and cutting through …

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Smooth Operators(1/19/2024) - Livery Talk 50:09

3M ago50:09

50:09

The boys not only talk the McLaren livery but also driver talk and what ever the last segment is.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Season 2 Trailer 1:21

3M ago1:21

1:21

Welcome to the Pfeffer on Power podcast. I'm your host, Jeffrey Pfeffer, a professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, where I teach a popular course on developing and using your power and organizations to get things done and advance your career. In this podcast, we interview people who have successfully implemented power princi…

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Balancing AI Automation, Privacy, and Federal Compliance with Igor Jablokov 34:39

3M ago34:39

34:39

This week, Bonnie sits down with Igor Jablokov, CEO and founder of Pryon, to discuss the balancing act that AI-driven companies currently face when it comes to automation, privacy, and federal compliance. Igor breaks down the President’s recent Executive Order on AI safety as well as how to approach AI risk management, build trust through attributi…

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Smooth Operators (1/12/2024) - Goodbye Guenther 1:31:46

3M ago1:31:46

1:31:46

The boys are back from break and ready to talk about more Formula One. To start off, the gang reacts to the firing of Guenther Steiner at Haas and give their thoughts on the decision. Next, they discuss Mercedes and them changing almost all the parts on the car. Then, they discuss ESPN's Top 10 F1 Drivers of 2023 list and finish the show talking ab…

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Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda, BS 02 – Enacting World-Wide Social Change 30:25

3M ago30:25

30:25

The OneHaas alumni podcast is thrilled to welcome Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda – a social impact entrepreneur, globally-recognized human rights expert, and a leading scholar on inclusive and accessible smart cities. After immigrating to the U.S. at seven years old and navigating life with a disability, Dr. Pineda graduated from the Haas School of Bus…

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Navigating Defense Contract Pricing with Ryan Connell 34:06

3M ago34:06

34:06

This week, Bonnie is joined by Ryan Connell from the Defense Contract Management Agency, to dissect the nuanced world of pricing for government contracts in his personal capacity. From Other Transaction (OT) pricing strategies to understanding the critical balance between cost and value, Ryan dives into the evolving landscape of defense procurement…

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Bridging the Human-Tech Divide with Alexis Bonnell 36:06

4M ago36:06

36:06

This week, Bonnie is joined by a true powerhouse of tech and humanity – Alexis Bonnell, CIO and Director of Digital Capabilities Directorate of the Air Force Research Laboratory. With a rich background rfrom war zones to Silicon Valley, Alexis unpacks the challenges and opportunities of being at the forefront of change. She shares her insights on u…

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Breaking Down SBIR & STTR Programs with Kristina Botelho 35:24

4M ago35:24

35:24

This week, Bonnie is joined by Kristina Botelho, an esteemed contracting and agreements officer for the Air Force, to discuss the ins and outs of SBIR and STTR programs. With nearly 15 years as a contracting officer, Kristina has become a trailblazing figure known for challenging norms and injecting fresh perspectives into contracting approaches. K…

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Minimizing Red Tape Fatigue (Bonnie’s Interview on All Quiet on the Second Front) 20:43

4M ago20:43

20:43

In this bonus episode, Bonnie Evangelista joins Tyler Sweatt on the All Quiet on the Second Front podcast to discuss how Tradewinds and the CDAO are transforming conventional procurement models and streamlining the dealmaking process to minimize red tape fatigue. Bonnie dives into the vision behind the game-changing Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace…

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Revolutionizing Cyber Defense Strategies with Mike Weigand 33:18

4M ago33:18

33:18

This week, Bonnie Evangelista dives into the cutting-edge world of defense cybersecurity with co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of Shift5, Mike Weigand. As a former army officer turned cybersecurity pioneer, Mike has taken the helm at Shift5 to revolutionize real-time cyber monitoring solutions across various fleets, including manned aircraft and…

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EP11. Book Launch - Longborough Festival Opera: the first 30 years 57:54

4M ago57:54

57:54

Longborough Festival Opera: the first 30 years is a new book chronicling how a dream of an idea became bricks, mortar and sublime music. In this recording of the book launch, author Richard Bratby talks to music historian Sophie Redfern about Martin and Lizzie Graham's remarkable achievement, and the story of opera at Longborough. Internationally r…

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Implementing Digital Twins Across the DoD with John Wargo & Jason Robinson 35:07

4M ago35:07

35:07

This week, Bonnie Evangelista is joined by John Wargo, CTO, and Jason Robinson, Solutions Architect, from Beast Code for a deep dive into the world of digital twins, cybersecurity, and the unique challenges of innovating within the Department of Defense. John and Jason break down the challenges and successes in pushing the envelope within the DoD, …

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Accelerating and Scaling Defense Acquisition with Sharothi Pikar 43:15

5M ago43:15

43:15

This week, defense acquisition powerhouse Sharothi Pikar joins Bonnie Evangelista for a deep dive into the world of defense acquisition. As the Deputy CDAO for Acquisition at the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, Sharothi brings a wealth of knowledge from her origins as an army civilian computer engineer to her pivotal role at Cyber…

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Smooth Operators (12/01/2023)- F1's Season Finale and Holiday Episode 48:31

5M ago48:31

48:31

The boys are back to recap both the Las Vegas GP and the season finale in Abu Dhabi. They also break down the season as whole and salute American hero Logan Sargent on getting the contract to stay in F1.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Michael Garrow, MBA 94 – Putting an MBA to Use on an Indian Reservation 41:13

5M ago41:13

41:13

In commemoration of Native American Heritage Month, Indian Country Executive Michael Garrow joins the OneHaas podcast to talk about his cultural heritage, his career, and his time at the Haas School of Business. Michael is a member of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe in upstate New York and grew up on the reservation. After spending some time in an aviat…

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Mastering the DoD Procurement Maze with Cody James 29:43

5M ago29:43

29:43

This week, Bonnie is joined by Cody James, founder of Open X, a startup ushering in a new era of industrial training. A robotics programmer turned successful entrepreneur, Cody is here to share his journey navigating the intricacies of the DoD and his determination to provide a high-tech training resource to the military world. We also dive into ho…

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Speaking Of Voyeur 51:21

5M ago51:21

51:21

On today’s episode, Ryan and Byron demo a TikTok filter, talk about homeless encounters, Adam’s run ins with locals, and a recent surgery.By Byron Chappell, Ryan Johnson, Adam Michael

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How to Become a Procurement Champion with Will Roberts 41:20

5M ago41:20

41:20

This week, Bonnie sits down with Will Roberts, Director of Emerging Technologies at ASI Government and former Acquisition Lead of CDAO, to talk about what it takes to become a procurement champion. Will shares a fun yet educational approach to decodifying the contracting space and how acquisition professionals can make “mundane tasks marvelous." Tu…

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