{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"CEO Podcast | The leaders shaping our world","title":"Theorem CEO Jay Kulkarni: Why Authentic Brands Will Win in the AI Era","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/c81a7fe5\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1395,"description":"Jay Kulkarni, Founder & CEO of Theorem, joins Clint Betts for a conversation on AI, video commerce, hybrid work, and building a global technology company without outside funding.\n\nJay bootstrapped Theorem more than 20 years ago from a spare bedroom in New Jersey and grew it into a global digital marketing technology company serving major media, streaming, and commerce brands around the world.\nIn this episode, Jay explains why the future of commerce is shifting toward video-driven experiences, how brands are navigating AI and automation, and why authentic human storytelling still matters in an increasingly automated world.\nThe conversation also explores leadership, company culture, operational discipline, and how hybrid work can succeed when built intentionally.\n00:00:00 - Introduction and Jay's Background\n00:00:50 - What is Theorem?\n00:01:12 - Theorem's Business Model\n00:01:55 - Upword: Theorem's Automation Solution\n00:02:29 - Video Commerce and Its Importance\n00:03:24 - Evolution and Future of Video Commerce\n00:04:08 - Benefits of On-Site Video Commerce\n00:05:02 - AI in Digital Marketing\n00:06:08 - AI and Brand Safety\n00:07:03 - AI in Advertising Processes\n00:08:16 - Human Touch vs. AI\n00:09:38 - Jay's Daily Routine\n00:12:00 - Hybrid Work Model\n00:14:01 - Building Company Culture\n00:17:18 - Internal Use of AI and Automation\n00:19:38 - Economic Environment and Future Outlook\n00:20:58 - The Importance of Giving Chances\n00:21:13 - Personal Story of Opportunity\n00:22:56 - Conclusion and Farewell\nIf you’re a founder, operator, marketer, or leader thinking about AI, media, commerce, and the future of business, this episode is packed with practical insight.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1dy8XILYZ5TplRivmnv0DoX_g7XXqFV5bS1REcb0pIM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xZDc3/ODAyODNkMmRmMDc5/MDQ3NWI5ZWEzZWFk/NTJhMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}