- DisrupTV
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. The audience can expect A-list guests, the latest enterprise news, hot startups, insight from influencers, and much more. Tweet questions to #DisrupTV or @DisrupTVShow. We broadcast live on StreamYard.
Show Link: https://www.youtube.com/user/ConstellationR
Featured Guests:
Matt Yanchynshyn
General Manager for AWS Marketplace & Partner Services
Matt Yanchyshyn is the General Manager for AWS Marketplace & Partner Services. He has worked in the digital media and technology industry for over 25 years, and joined Amazon Web Services (AWS) in 2012 when cloud computing was just a glimmer in most CIOs’ eyes. Matt has led multiple AWS service teams and technical sales organizations, including AWS Control Tower, AWS Service Catalog, AWS Well-Architected, and now all engineering for AWS’ partner organization. Before joining AWS, Matt spent a decade at the Associated Press, where he built field offices all over the world and led modernization efforts for the AP’s digital media distribution systems. Matt holds multiple AWS patents, is an Amazon Bar Raiser with >650 interviews, and has had the privilege of leading great teams who have launched dozens of new AWS programs, features, and products.
John Nosta
President
NostaLab
First and foremost, John Nosta is a thinker entrenched in the world of technology, science, medicine, and innovation. As the founder of NOSTALAB, a globally recognized innovation think tank, he embodies an inspired vision of transformation that resonates across industries and intellectual spheres.
Unwilling to accept the status quo, John's contrarian perspective focuses sharply on the future. A leading voice in the convergence of technology and humanity, he defines, dissects, and deliberates global trends in technology. Ranked among the leading global influencers in innovation and technology, he has been honored with titles ranging from “most admired” to “top disruptor” in various fields including technology, AI, innovation, life sciences and the pharmaceutical industry.
John's prowess as a speaker has earned him popularity across the globe, where he presents vibrant and insightful perspectives on the future of innovation. His focus on guiding companies, NGOs, and governments through the dynamics of exponential change is complemented by his keen understanding of the diffusion of innovation into complex systems, particularly in technology, AI, and LLMs.
His writing contributions are frequent and influential, with over 500 articles published in Fortune, Forbes, Psychology Today, Bloomberg, and prestigious peer-reviewed journals like The American Journal of Physiology, Circulation, and The American Journal of Hematology. In 2018, John's intellectual contributions were honored with a Ph.D., honoris causa, from various international institutions, and a diploma of honor from the Bolivian government for advancing health technology. Nosta has also published several AI-related perspectives and frameworks that are now frequently cited in academic research. His work has been translated in over 15 languages.
His associations with renowned entities like World Health Organization, Roche Advisory Council, Google Health Advisory Board, and ARK Invest further solidify his influence and credibility in the scientific, technology and investment communities.
John's career is built on the “science of innovation,” a harmonious blend of strategy and creativity that generates market inflection points. Recognized for translating complex medical and scientific concepts into accessible material, his communicative talent bridges gaps between consumers, clinicians, and scientists.
Earlier in his career, John co-authored significant research in cardiovascular physiology, focusing on cell volume regulation, acute myocardial infarction, ventricular arrhythmias, and sudden cardiac death. His professional acumen extends into his business background. He has held key positions at major agencies like Ogilvy CommonHealth, including roles such as Chief Creative Officer, Chief Strategic Officer, and Unit President.
John Nosta's career paints a rich tapestry of intellectual curiosity, disruptive thinking, and innovative leadership. His important influence on technology, medicine, and creative strategy continues to shape and guide the future, placing him at the forefront of global thought and innovation. His multifaceted career encapsulates a tireless pursuit of knowledge and creativity that transcends traditional boundaries, establishing him as a true luminary in his field.
X: @JohnNosta
Payam Zamani
Founder and CEO of One Planet Group
and author of Crossing the Desert
Payam Zamani is an entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of One Planet Group, and the author of the forthcoming book Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys (June 18, 2024; BenBella Books). Born in Iran, Zamani was forced to flee at the age of 16 due to his religious beliefs as a Baha’i. He and his brother founded AutoWeb, one of the first online car marketplaces, which they took public in 1999. Since then, he has built and currently owns multiple technology and media businesses, has invested in more than 50 companies, and is striving to redefine capitalism in an attempt to elevate business to serve humanity.
X: @PayamZamani
