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The Great Indoors

The Great Indoors

128 episodes

Join Matt Roberts from Amdocs as he discusses how human technological adoption habits are evolving as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, and how we're rediscovering the magic of technology as a necessary result of being indoors.

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  1. The Great Reaggregation: Rebuilding Simplicity in the Smart Home

    · 22 min · S12 E10

    What happens when the promise of endless choice starts to feel more like endless complexity? Recorded live at MWC 2026 in Barcelona, Matthew Roberts is joined by Amit Nag, Vice President, Connected Products &…

  2. Physical AI Is Here: The Network’s Role in What Comes Next

    · 27 min · S12 E9

    What happens when AI stops being theoretical and starts changing the physical world? Recorded live at MWC 2026 in Barcelona, Matthew Roberts is joined by Daniel Lawson, SVP, Global Solutions of Verizon Business and…

  3. The Spirit That Stays With You

    · 34 min · Bonus

    In Episode 3 of The Great Indoors, Adaptive Spirit Special Edition, we explore the powerful role of family, community, and purpose behind the Paralympic journey. Recorded live at Adaptive Spirit, this episode shines a…

  4. The MVNO Opportunity: Simpler Launches, Smarter Growth

    · 23 min · S12 E8

    Launching an MVNO may sound straightforward. In practice, it is anything but. Recorded live at MWC 2026 in Barcelona, Matthew Roberts is joined by Andy Hopkins, CTO of MVNX Link, and Amdocs’ Mark Prudhoe for a…

  5. The Power of an Adaptive Mindset

    · 40 min · Bonus

    This episode of The Great Indoors brings us inside Adaptive Spirit through the voices of the athletes themselves, sharing firsthand stories from the Paralympic Games and the journeys that define them. As Amdocs…

  6. From POC Graveyards to Production: How Telcos Make AI Real

    · 33 min · S12 E7

    AI is no longer the question for telecom. Execution is. Recorded live at MWC 2026 in Barcelona, Matthew Roberts is joined by Ross McWalter, Head of Business Development from AWS and Amdocs’ Jesse-Lee Fry, VP of…

  7. More Than a Moment: The Movement Behind Adaptive Spirit

    · 37 min · Bonus

    This episode of The Great Indoors tells the story of Adaptive Spirit, a purpose-driven movement that, over 31 years, has raised more than $25 million in support of the U.S. Paralympic Ski and Snowboard Team while…

  8. Frontier Organizations, Sovereign Systems, and the New Rules of AI

    · 55 min · S12 E6

    Everyone wants to talk about AI. Far fewer are ready to deal with what it actually demands. Recorded live at Mobile World Congress 2026, this episode of The Great Indoors pairs two sharply different but deeply…

  9. Beyond Vibe Coding: Building AI That Works at Enterprise Scale

    · 24 min · S12 E5

    Enterprise AI is no longer about experimentation alone. The real challenge now is scaling it in a way that delivers measurable value, holds up operationally, and avoids descending into chaos. In this episode of The…

  10. Closing the Value Gap: Turning AI Progress into Impact

    · 13 min · S12 E4

    At the Mobile World Congress 2026, one theme rose above everything else: generative AI. Amdocs CEO, Shimie Hortig, joins The Great Indoors to discuss the shift from AI excitement to real-world execution. As generative…

  11. The First AI-Native Network: Qualcomm’s Vision for 6G

    · 44 min · S12 E3

    At MWC Barcelona 2026, the conversation around AI is no longer confined to software. It is becoming physical, personal, and deeply tied to the future of connectivity. In this episode, Matthew Roberts welcomes Don…

  12. Inside the Big Themes Shaping MWC Barcelona 2026

    · 30 min · S12 E2

    MWC Barcelona 2026 made one thing clear: the telecom industry is entering a new phase, where AI feels more tangible, policy feels more urgent, and innovation is being judged by its real-world impact. In this episode,…

  13. How Great Leaders Turn Ideas into Real-World Impact

    · 35 min · S12 E1

    What do a telecom CEO serving millions of people and a startup R&D leader building a new platform from scratch have in common? More than you might think. Live from MWC Barcelona 2026, Matthew Roberts is back to kick…

  14. AI is more than ChatGPT

    · 50 min · S11 E7

    Returning to the podcast with host Matthew Roberts is Stephanie Ormston, AVP of Product Innovation at AT&T, to explore shifting narratives and public perception of AI in 2026. Starting with practical use cases, they…

  15. What Remains Human in an Optimized World?

    · 1 h 18 min · S11 E6

    In this episode of The Great Indoors, Shelly Palmer, tech strategist and CEO of The Palmer Group returns for his third appearance to explain why the digital world has become unrecognizable in just two years since his…

  16. Who Gets to Learn from AI? Equity, Access, and the New Digital Divide

    · 50 min · S11 E5

    A modern AI education has to wrestle with more than just new tools. It has to ask deeper questions, like how do we understand the models we’re building? Who trains them? And who actually gets access to the results? To…

  17. The Afterlife of Data – What Happens to Your Data When You Die?

    · 1 h 05 min · S11 E4

    Are you ready for an uncomfortable question… What happens to your data after you die? Buckle up — in this episode, Matthew Roberts is joined by Carl Öhman, Associate Professor at Uppsala University and author of The…

  18. How to Make the Wrong Data Right: Addressing Hidden Bias in Healthcare

    · 50 min · S11 E3

    Modern technology doesn’t run on code alone, it runs on data. Generated constantly and often invisibly, it shapes how our health is understood, and few people understand this better than Sheena Franklin. Joining…

  19. Twelve Months On: Marcus Collins and the Reality Check for Culture

    · 1 h 03 min · S11 E2

    In his second appearance on The Great Indoors, Marcus Collins, cultural strategist and best-selling author, returns to pick up where we left off in Season Nine. Over the past twelve months, culture, technology, and…

  20. Closing the door on 2025 - What 2025 Revealed, and What 2026 Will Demand

    · 55 min · S11 E1

    2025 was supposed to be a year of stability for telecom. Instead, it exposed where the industry’s assumptions no longer held. In this opening episode of The Great Indoors, now in its 11th season, Matthew Roberts is…

  21. From the Network Edge to the Digital Pocket: Season 10 Finale at MWC

    · 39 min · S10 E10

    What does it take to lead a telecom revolution — from the infrastructure beneath our feet to the intelligence in our hands? In this final episode of Season 10, recorded live at MWC in Barcelona, host Matthew Roberts…

  22. Leading the Future: Three Women Transforming Tech, Brand, and Finance

    · 1 h 04 min · S10 E9

    Today’s marketplace demands more than just strategy—it calls for adaptability, creativity, and a deep understanding of emerging technologies. In this episode from MWC in Barcelona, Matthew Roberts sits down with three…

  23. Beyond Connectivity: How Globe is Uplifting a Nation

    · 55 min · S10 E8

    What does it take to digitally empower an entire nation – and secure it at scale? At MWC Barcelona 2025, Matthew Roberts investigates how teams across Globe Telecom are unlocking the full potential of AI. First, Matt…

  24. Opposite Ends, Same Goal: Rethinking Connectivity from AT&T to MVNE.pl

    · 51 min · S10 E7

    Can any brand become a mobile provider? That’s the question Matthew Roberts explores at MWC Barcelona 2025, as he sits down with two industry leaders who are reshaping traditional telecom models through Amdocs’…

  25. Building Smarter, Together

    · 55 min · S10 E6

    Partnerships like these are powering the next generation of AI tools, insights, and capabilities in telecom. The conversation continues from MWC Barcelona 2025 as Amdocs host, Matthew Roberts, sits down with key…

  26. From Assistants to Surrogates: The AI Journey Has Just Begun

    · 1 h 04 min · S10 E5

    As AI keeps evolving, so do the big questions around it! In this episode, Matthew Roberts is live from MWC Barcelona to continue the AI investigation. First, Matt is joined by Amdocs colleague Roy Sgan-Cohen and Anil…

  27. The Great Indoors reaches the 100th episode: Live at MWC 2025

    · 23 min · S10 E4

    Calling all Marketeers! If you're ready to hear what’s next for marketing from one of the industry’s best, this episode is for you. Join Matthew Roberts as he celebrates a major milestone: the 100th episode of The…

  28. Tech for Good: How TELUS Is Driving Human Impact Through Innovation

    · 35 min · S10 E3

    What happens when technology levels the playing field—when education, innovation, and opportunity become more accessible than ever before? For many, AI is that transformative force, acting as the Great Equalizer across…

  29. Alliances That Matter: The Role of Partnerships in Tech's Next Frontier

    · 58 min · S10 E2

    AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, but one thing is clear—no single company can do it alone. Collaboration is at the heart of innovation, and in this episode live from MWC 2025, get ready to dive…

  30. Verizon is Reimagining Connectivity for the Future

    · 52 min · S10 E1

    Verizon is a company that needs no introduction, as with over 140 million subscribers, it continues to push the boundaries of connectivity and innovation. Live from MWC Barcelona 2025, Matthew Roberts sits down with…

  31. The role of the CMO in the age of the AI renaissance

    · 1 h 05 min · S9 E10

    It’s the season finale of The Great Indoors! In this final episode, Randi Zuckerberg returns for a fascinating discussion about AI’s growing impact on the human experience. From LLMs helping you navigate your dating…

  32. The connective tissue of sports

    · 1 h 01 min · S9 E9

    Sports have a unique way of drawing us in, making us feel the full weight of every victory and defeat. That emotional rollercoaster is what makes sports so powerful, fostering some of the most passionate fan bases in…

  33. The Timeless Power of Storytelling

    · 59 min · S9 E8

    Narratives are everywhere. From Pride and Prejudice to TikTok, from business strategies to bedtime stories—storytelling is the invisible thread that connects us all. We dive into the timeless power of storytelling with…

  34. Exploring the possibilities of a more beautiful world

    · 53 min · S9 E7

    When you don't use a muscle or a skill, it's a well-known fact that atrophy inevitably sets in. To improve oneself, an active effort must be made to ensure progress. But what happens with the advent of AI, designed to…

  35. Resilience, redemption, and narrative design

    · 1 h 06 min · S9 E6

    Alignment is the cornerstone of a successful company, touching every aspect from the business plan, to the product, to the marketing. A cohesive narrative is what separates the good from the great, and no one…

  36. Storytelling as the currency of Culture

    · 56 min · S9 E5

    Ever heard the saying, "You are the company you keep"? It’s true, friends, tastes, and styles all reflect our unique cultural subscriptions. Culture is a dominating factor in how we show up every day, a phenomenon…

  37. GenAI as a thought partner

    · 53 min · S9 E4

    What does the future of knowledge look like in the age of generative AI? In this episode, strategist, author, and Outthinker founder Kaihan Krippendorff , joins Matthew Roberts to explore the transformative journey of…

  38. Why no amount of technology will turn a bad story into a good story

    · 53 min · S9 E3

    Trust is the hallmark of a meaningful relationship—personal or professional. Without it, disconnection and detachment can take hold, often with serious consequences. For Geoff Hollingworth, Chief Marketing Officer at…

  39. How storytelling got us to the moon

    · 54 min · S9 E2

    Ever wonder what makes a story truly unforgettable? How do the best storytellers capture your attention and never let go? In this episode, marketing guru, entrepreneur, advisor, and bestselling author David Meerman…

  40. GenAI in Hollywood: Threat or Opportunity

    · 1 h 05 min · S9 E1

    Back and better than ever, it's the premiere episode of the Great Indoors Season 9! Diving deep into generative AI and its profound impact on media is guest Doug Shapiro from Boston Consulting Group. Pulling on over 30…

  41. Storytelling: The Last Bastion of Humanity

    · 2:41 · Trailer

    After eight captivating seasons, 150 inspiring guests, and countless miles traveled across the globe, The Great Indoors is back for an exhilarating 9th season! Fueled by bold inquiry, this podcast has ventured to the…

  42. From Smart Homes to a Smart Planet: IoT's intergalactic upgrade

    · 49 min · S8 E10

    In the Season 8 finale of The Great Indoors, Matt hosts Cameron Coursey, Vice President of Connected Solutions at AT&T, and Anton Monk, Former CTO at Viasat. Cameron and Matt explore the realm of IoT and its evolution…

  43. Around the globe in four days at MWC 2024: Insights from Italy, Ukraine, and Canada

    · 51 min · S8 E9

    Matt Roberts welcomes three guests in this exciting episode of The Great Indoors! First, he sits down with Federico Karrer, Head of Digital Life Services at CKH Innovations Opportunities Development at Hutchison…

  44. The Generative Leap: How AI is Redefining Big Data

    · 50 min · S8 E8

    Join host Matt Roberts in insightful conversations with industry experts on the forefront of data and AI innovation. In the first segment, Matt is joined by Matt Dugan, EVP for Data at AT&T, as they delve into the…

  45. Iris Meijer Leads Verizon Business's US Enterprise Telecom Revolution with AI and 5G

    · 52 min · S8 E7

    Welcome back to MWC Barcelona! Today Matt is joined by guest host Gil Rosen to interview Iris Meijer, Chief Product & Marketing Officer at Verizon Business. They discuss Verizon’s B2B offerings and marketing…

  46. Tech Frontiers: A Trifecta of Telecom Strategies from US, Kazakhstan, Philippines

    · 58 min · S8 E6

    Join host Matt Roberts as he takes listeners on a journey spanning from the Philippines to the United States and all the way to Kazakhstan. First up, Matt and guest host Gil Rosen delve into the world of solving…

  47. Launching Your Own MVNO: Navigating the New World of Telecom Monetization

    · 45 min · S8 E5

    Join Matt Roberts and guest host Galit Dan, Head of SaaS Business Development at Amdocs as they sit down with Antonello Arpino, Head of Operations Simplified at AWS, to explore the impact of cloud technology on digital…

  48. Partnering for the Enterprise AI Revolution: Insights from Microsoft, Dell, Nvidia & BMC

    · 58 min · S8 E4

    Matt Roberts and guest host Sarit Assaf sit down with Silvia Candiani, VP Telco and Media at Microsoft to discuss the exciting partnership between Microsoft and Amdocs. They discuss the evolution of the product and…

  49. Digital Inclusion: How Shared Infrastructure and Digital Platforms are Unlocking Africa and Brazil's Potential

    · 53 min · S8 E3

    Join host Matt Roberts in this episode of the Great Indoors, where he delves into the realm of digital connectivity with industry experts from Winity and MTN. First, Matt sits down with Sergio Bekeierman and Estevam…

  50. Unleashing the Power of Private 5G, Edge, and Generative AI: Insights from MWC Barcelona 2024

    · 56 min · S8 E2

    Join host Matt Roberts for this series of interviews direct from MWC Barcelona! Tune in as he sits down with industry leaders Caroline Chan and Bhupesh Agrawal from Intel, diving into the intricacies of 5G…

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