Why Who’s in the Room Matters: Judy Spitz on AI, Bias & Breakthrough Tech
Why Who’s in the Room Matters: Judy Spitz on AI, Bias & Breakthrough Tech  
Podcast: Stare Down the Bull with Susan Hunt
Published On: Mon Dec 01 2025
Description: In this episode of Stare Down the Bull, I sit down with Dr. Judy Spitz, AI pioneer, former Verizon CIO, and founder of Breakthrough Tech. We explore Judy’s groundbreaking early work in speech recognition, her rise through the executive ranks, her leadership philosophy, and her mission to change the face of tech by unlocking opportunities for overlooked talent. We also dive into AI ethics, algorithmic bias, and why who’s in the room matters more than ever. Connect with Susan:  LinkedIn Surge Growth Consulting  Connect with Judy  LinkedIn Break Through Tech