In this episode, Chandra and Paul are live at INFOCUS 2026 and are joined by special guest AJ Schifano. As AJ enters retirement, he reflects on decades of JD Edwards innovation, community, and fun. The room debates a lighthearted yet symbolic "cut it” or “keep it" challenge about Paul ponytail, culminating in a community-driven decision and plans to donate Chandra’s hair to charity. AJ shares insights on modernization as a moving target, stories from JD Edwards history, and imparts wisdom about the value of curiosity, passion, and inclusivity in tech.

01:00 Conference feedback

02:30 Informal Cut It or Keep It Poll

04:09 AJ talks about modernization

08:22 Questions from the Crowd

25:27 Cut It or Keep It Reveal

27:55 Midwesternism of the Day