Women in Streaming Media Education Podcast

Maria Ingold is organising the chaos of AI in Media.This week’s episode unpacks her groundbreaking taxonomy — 150+ use cases across the media supply chain — and the four pillars that turn AI from buzzword to business value.If you’re asking “Where do we even start with AI?”, this one’s for you.

Sustainability in Media & Entertainment: Measure Before You Can ManageThis week, Polly speaks with Dee Davison of Watts Sustainability about the real footprint behind the magic of film, streaming, and live events — and how the industry can turn ambition into action.Dee shares her experience from BAFTA albert, SMPTE, Deluxe and more, offering practical advice on measuring impact, embedding sustainability into strategy, and building collaboration across the value chain.Because before we can manage our footprint, we need to see it clearly.🎙️ Tune in to explore how data, transparency, and creativity can help make media truly sustainable.

Streaming isn’t just on-demand anymore, linear channels are making a comeback. This week, we talk with Ksenia Rabinovich from Unified Streaming about why FAST and curated channels are booming, how personalization and ad tech are evolving, and what it really takes to build flexible, standards-driven streaming experiences at scale. Tune in for a smart look at where streaming meets broadcast and where it’s heading next.

Terri Davies, President of the Trusted Partner Network, joins us to explore how the entertainment industry keeps creativity secure in an age where stories move faster than ever.

Polly speaks with Abi Hemingway VP of Commercial Partnerships at M2A Media, in our first episode recorded at IBC 2025, sponsored by IBC and in partnership with Rise Academy. They discuss the current state of cloud delivery in the media industry, exploring how cloud-native infrastructure has matured, what scalability really means for modern broadcast operations, and the practical realities of running complex workflows in the cloud. A thoughtful and grounded discussion on where the industry stands and what’s next for cloud-enabled media delivery.

In a world where deepfakes blur the lines between fact and fiction, how do we restore trust in digital content? In this final episode of the Women in Streaming Media series, we dive into content provenance—the technology that tracks the origins and transformations of digital media.Joined by Olga Kornienko, COO and co-founder of EZDRM, we explore C2PA, the open standard designed to bring transparency to online content. From tracking edits in photos and videos to helping creators maintain ownership, we uncover how provenance is reshaping trust in media.If you’ve ever second-guessed a viral video or wondered how to verify what you see online, this episode is for you. Let’s pull back the curtain on digital media and explore the future of truth in content.

In this penultimate episode of Women in Streaming Media Education, Claire Smith takes us on her journey from a different industry into the world of audience engagement technology. She shares fascinating insights into how this technology helps content creators, advertisers, and industry leaders better understand viewer behavior. From real-world examples to the future of engagement, Claire explores the power of data-driven decision-making in streaming. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on innovation, career transitions, and the evolving landscape of media consumption.

🌍 **Uruguay’s Best-Kept Secret: How Qualabs Redefines Media Tech Innovation** 🎙️ In this episode, **Micaela Hornblas** (Head of Growth & Marketing) and **Constanza (Coti) Dibueno** (Software Engineer) from **Qualabs** take us inside Uruguay’s thriving media tech scene. They share how Qualabs embeds top-tier developers into global media companies, their groundbreaking work on **MOQ Player for low-latency streaming** and **VAST to SGAI ad conversion**, and the impact of their **Montevideo Summer Camp**. Coti also reflects on her journey to **Demuxed 2024**, where she showcased CMAF HAM UI, proving that innovation and diversity go hand in hand. Tune in to hear how Qualabs is shaping the future of media tech! 🚀🎧

Video content connects us—but only if everyone can access it. In this episode, we sit down with Belén Agulló Garcia, PhD, Executive Consultant at Terra Localizations, to explore how the media industry is evolving to make content truly inclusive. From captions and subtitles to AI-powered localization, we break down the latest innovations and challenges. Can AI replace human expertise? How do we balance speed, cost, and accuracy in making content accessible to all? Tune in as we unpack the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of media accessibility.

🎙️ Exploring Low Latency with Florence AgbomaIn this episode, we’re joined by Florence Agboma, WSM Speaking Engagement Board member and chair of the SVTA Low Latency Working Group. Florence shares valuable insights into the critical role of latency in streaming and the innovative work being done to address low-latency challenges. For a deeper dive, don’t forget to check out our accompanying blog.

A huge thanks to Laurissa for being our first guest on this brand new podcast which aims to explore technologies in the streaming world. Laurissa gives us a short sharp overview of the last 20 years of technology changes and how these recent changes in streaming have influenced her role as an application owner specialising in scheduling.

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