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No fluff. No filler. Just real-world IoT insights.
IoT Real Talk cuts through the noise to bring you unfiltered conversations with the people behind today’s most ambitious and secure IoT programs. These are the stories that don’t always make it into case studies—real challenges, real risks and the real decisions that drive success (or don’t).
In each episode, you’ll hear from practitioners, innovators and industry insiders who are building and scaling IoT deployments across cities, countries and continents. They’ll share what’s working, what’s not and what’s next.
It’s the insight you need to build IoT programs for the future.
Hot topics
- The rise of 5G and eSIM for global device orchestration
- AI-powered fleet insights and real-time monitoring
- Navigating data sovereignty and compliance in cross-border IoT
- Security frameworks for connected vehicles, public safety and retail
- Balancing privacy and innovation in edge-connected devices
Real pros. Real challenges. Real results.
Meet the hosts
Jon Connet
Chief Product Officer, Aeris
Jon brings 15+ years of tech experience from leadership roles at Aeris, Forescout Technologies and Symantec. He’s worn many hats—from Chief Strategy Officer to Marketing Director to Corporate Development lead—giving him unique insight into both technology and business. He bridges the gap between technical complexity and business value to get the real story behind today’s IoT successes and challenges.
Susanna Song
Chief Marketing Officer, Aeris
Emmy-winning journalist turned tech CMO Susanna Song brings storytelling magic to IoT Real Talk. With broadcasting roots at CBS and ABC, she’s mastered the art of asking the right questions at the right time. As Aeris CMO and veteran podcast host of “Cybersecurity Simplified” and “The Working CEO,” Susanna cuts through marketing speak to uncover the human stories behind complex IoT deployments.
Inside every episode
Here’s what you’ll hear when you tune in to IoT Real Talk…
Candid conversations
Hear what’s really happening inside wide-area IoT programs—from global connectivity to device management to security risks.
Lessons learned
Explore real-world decisions shaping secure, scalable deployments—and what you can learn from both the wins and the missteps.
Practical perspectives
Get sharp, actionable perspectives that don’t come from slide decks—just real talk from the people shaping the future of IoT.