As the global IoT landscape becomes more complex and hyper-connected, Aeris is stepping up to offer something the industry has long needed—honest, unfiltered dialogue about what’s really happening behind the scenes. With the launch of its brand-new podcast, IoT Real Talk, Aeris invites listeners into candid conversations that dive deep into the technical, strategic, and operational realities of deploying IoT at scale. More about Aeris eSIM and IoT podcast find out below.

Aeris, a global leader in cellular IoT platform services and cybersecurity solutions, has introduced its first-ever podcast, IoT Real Talk, launching on June 17, 2025.

The series is co-hosted by:

• Susanna Song, Aeris’s Chief Marketing Officer, Emmy-winning journalist and former host of tech-focused podcasts like “Cybersecurity Simplified” and “The Working CEO”
• Jon Connet, Chief Product Officer, with over 15 years in leadership roles in IoT, including at Forescout and Symantec. He brings deep insight into the technical complexities of scaling cellular IoT, including eSIM orchestration and data sovereignty

Podcast Focus

“IoT Real Talk” breaks through conventional narratives to deliver raw, candid conversations with IoT insiders—those who manage and deploy large-scale IoT programs worldwide. Rather than marketing fluff, the discussions emphasize:

• Economic drivers behind IoT adoption
• The intersection of AI and IoT (“AIoT”)
• Real-world case studies (e.g., IoT cookstoves reducing carbon emissions)
• The transformation of everyday connected devices into powerful data platforms
• Risks associated with cellular-device cybersecurity

Why It Matters

Aeris CEO Aziz Benmalek underscores the need for honest dialogue around the complexities of IoT:

“Building IoT programs in the real world isn’t easy … Our goal is to bring you candid conversations … and provide actionable insights.”

Susanna Song adds that the podcast goes beyond trends and eSIM updates to explore broader themes like digital transformation and security challenges.

What to Expect

Listeners can look forward to episodes centered on:

• Scaling IoT deployments effectively
• The rise of self-service tools and inter-operator challenges
• Cross-border connectivity and compliance
• Candid stories of IoT programs that succeeded—and those that didn’t

Connet emphasizes:

“IoT Real Talk gives Susanna and me a chance … to explore … real stories about the people getting IoT done by taking risks and making strategic moves.”.

Tune In & Learn More

“IoT Real Talk” is now available wherever you get your podcasts. Expect an engaging mix of real-world insights, technical depth, and actionable takeaways—ideal for anyone leading IoT initiatives in enterprise, manufacturing, logistics, public sector, and more.

About Aeris eSIM and IoT podcast

With over 30 years of experience, Aeris supports nearly 30 mobile operators, spans 190+ countries, and manages 90 million connected IoT devices for 7,000+ enterprise customers. Their suite of offerings includes the IoT Accelerator platform, IoT Watchtower security solution, and Mobility Suite for connected vehicles.