Impact Quantum: A Podcast for the Quantum Curious

Candace and Frank sit down with Charlotte Ovenden, Delivery Lead at Aegiq and a passionate advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration in quantum technology. With a unique background spanning chemistry, physics, and electrical engineering, Charlotte Ovenden shares her journey from academic research to leading groundbreaking projects in quantum photonics. Together, they unpack myths about quantum...

In today's episode, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of quantum computing with Tal David, co-founder and CEO of Quantum Art. From the earliest days of quantum theory to the edge of commercialization, Tal David shares insights on technological breakthroughs, scaling challenges, and the journey from academia and government policy to startup innovation.We explore what it takes to build...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Sam Kearney, Head of Growth at Haiku, who shares his unconventional journey into the world of quantum technology—proving you don’t need a PhD in physics to make a meaningful impact. Alongside Candice Gillhoolley, we delve into how “careful software for clumsy quantum computers” is helping push the boundaries of what’s possible, discuss the latest on quantum...

In this episode, Frank and Candace sit down with computational chemist Mustafa Javaheri to explore how quantum insights are revolutionizing drug design. Together, they unpack the complex process of screening millions of compounds for drug discovery, discuss the unique advantages quantum computing brings to modeling biological systems, and address common misconceptions about the technology. From...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael Kubadoo, co-founder of Alero Quantum Technologies, for an eye-opening discussion about the future of quantum networking and its game-changing impact on security and computing.We explore what sets quantum networks apart from classical ones, from the physics of entanglement and superposition to the urgent need for security-first principles as this new...

In this conversation, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley sit down with Helena Bahrami, a trailblazing AI and machine learning expert, entrepreneur, and quantum enthusiast currently based in Auckland, New Zealand. Together, they explore the transformative intersection of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and neuroscience, uncovering how these fields are converging to tackle...

In this episode, Frank and Candace speak with guest Samuel Hagh Shenas and they dive deep into the world of quantum research. Samuel Haag-Shinass is a PhD student at Oxford specializing in quantum information theory and quantum computation. Together, they explore the emerging intersections between quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and biological systems, discussing everything from...

In this episode, host Frank La Vigne and co-host Candice Gillhoolley sit down with Danny Wall, the founder, CEO, and CTO of OA Quantum Labs, for an in-depth conversation about the real-world intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence.You'll hear Danny Wall pull the curtain back on how OA Quantum Labs is pushing quantum solutions beyond the research phase and into commercially...

In this episode, your hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley dive deep into the rapidly evolving quantum tech landscape of Latin America, with a special spotlight on Argentina. Joined by Daniel Ruiz, founder of QNOW, the conversation explores why Argentina and the broader LATAM region are emerging as surprising global leaders in quantum research, development, and application—particularly in...

In this exceptional episode, we dive deep into the intersection of science and creativity as Wiktor Mazin showcases how quantum fractal art can help us visualize the abstract phenomena of quantum mechanics. You'll hear how fractal mathematics and quantum state vectors come together to create mesmerizing patterns, making the invisible beauty of quantum physics tangible and relatable.From snowy...