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Ep. 42 - RevPar Problems, Real Talk: When Memes meet Metrics with Calvin Tilokee 47:59

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Ep. 42 - RevPar Problems, Real Talk: When Memes Meet Metrics with Calvin Tilokee How do revenue managers really think? What makes hotel rates spike during Taylor Swift concerts—or Bigfoot conventions? And why do memes about ADR hit harder than your star report? In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences , we sit down with Calvin Tilokee of RevPAR Media, the sharp mind behind the viral @RevPARProblems Instagram account. Calvin pulls back the curtain on hotel pricing strategy, compression events, influencer marketing, and what event producers often get wrong when pitching to hotels. Whether you’re trying to block rooms for a major festival, fill your hotel over a soft week, or just want to understand the secret language of revenue managers, this episode is packed with insight and humor. This episode is a must-listen for hotel sales and revenue teams, meeting and event planners, festival promoters, and hospitality marketers. Follow @RevPARProblems on Instagram for daily hotel truths and satire. And subscribe now to hear why Calvin says: “We don’t need your group when we’re already full. Call us the week after Christmas.” For more insider conversations at the intersection of travel, ticketing, and live experiences, follow us on all socials @Tix2TravelPod and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you haven’t listened yet, head to www.tttpod.com to catch up on past episodes.…

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Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.
Abstract

Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Nancy Hensley, Nancy is currently the Chief Marketing and Product Officer for Stats Perform. Nancy was the Chief Digital Officer at IBM.

Show Notes
1:37 – Nancy’s bio

3:10 - Are we talking Money Ball?

5:52 - On Base percentage

7:08 – Analyse examples

10:02 – Do you control the data?

11:24 – Out there statistics

14:12 - Can analytics go to far?

17:35 – Real time analysis

18:45 – Covid and sports

21:15 – Your role in sports betting

22:50 – What’s the most fascinating thing you’ve learned?

25:23 – What’s the future?
Website - Stats Perform

Money Ball

Stats Perform - Twitter

Bill James – Baseball Abstract

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Connect with the Team
Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn.
Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn.
Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

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Al and Nancy discuss Data and AI and its impact on sports

Making Data Simple

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Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.
Abstract

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Nancy Hensley, Nancy is currently the Chief Marketing and Product Officer for Stats Perform. Nancy was the Chief Digital Officer at IBM.

Show Notes
1:37 – Nancy’s bio

3:10 - Are we talking Money Ball?

5:52 - On Base percentage

7:08 – Analyse examples

10:02 – Do you control the data?

11:24 – Out there statistics

14:12 - Can analytics go to far?

17:35 – Real time analysis

18:45 – Covid and sports

21:15 – Your role in sports betting

22:50 – What’s the most fascinating thing you’ve learned?

25:23 – What’s the future?
Website - Stats Perform

Money Ball

Stats Perform - Twitter

Bill James – Baseball Abstract

The Analyst

Connect with the Team
Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn.
Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn.
Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

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🎙️ The Hidden Cost of Disengagement: Dave Garrison on Leadership That Sparks Innovation 32:05

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Send us a text 📝 Show Notes: What if the biggest barrier to your company’s growth isn’t your strategy — but your people’s belief in it? In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, we welcome Dave Garrison , seasoned CEO, board member, and leadership strategist with over 25 years of experience driving real-world results. Dave pulls back the curtain on what employee engagement really means — and why it's the key to reducing turnover, boosting innovation, and transforming your business from the inside out. Whether you’re leading a small team or an entire enterprise, this episode delivers practical, battle-tested strategies to move your people from burnout to buy-in. 💥 Expect real talk, not fluff. Practical steps, not platitudes. Because leadership isn’t about charisma — it’s about connection. 🔗 Connect with Dave on LinkedIn 📘 Check out his book: buyinbook.com 🕒 Episode Breakdown: 01:43 Meet Dave Garrison 06:02 Why is Strategy Hard 07:34 What is Engagement? 15:48 Trust is a Prerequisite to Conflict 19:34 Connecting with "Human Beings" 20:45 Creating Friday Night Lights Moments 26:46 Slowing Down to Speed Up 29:35 The Real Cost of Disengagement 🔥 Hashtags: #MakingDataSimple #LeadershipStrategy #EmployeeEngagement #DaveGarrison #BusinessGrowth #TrustAndLeadership #OrganizationalHealth #TeamCulture #WorkplaceInnovation #BuyInNotBurnout Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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From 9× Safer Cars to Hallucination-Free LLMs: Inside Sama with Duncan Curtis SVP for GenAI & AI Product + Technology 47:21

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Send us a text From Elephant Butts to Ethical AI — Duncan Curtis on De-Risking GenAI at Sama Episode intro Duncan Curtis, SVP for GenAI & AI Product + Technology at Sama, has shipped everything from autonomous-vehicle platforms at Zoox to game-changing data products at Google. Today he leads a 160-person team that’s reinventing how training data is curated, labeled, and audited so enterprises can ship production-ready GenAI—without the lurking model risk. Sama’s newest release, Sama Automate , is already cutting annotation time by 40 percent while keeping quality above SLAs, and Duncan says they’re “aiming for a 10× improvement by 2025.” ( aiuserconference.com , sama.com ) If you want the inside track on AI ROI, ethical guardrails, and why A’s hire A’s (but B’s hire C’s!) , lean in—this one’s for you. (And yes, we do get to elephant butts .) Timestamped roadmap 00:46 Meet Duncan Curtis 03:51 The Duncan Brand 05:52 Making Time for Yourself 08:47 Autonomous Cars — 9× Safer 12:21 Favorite Jobs 13:24 Inside Sama 14:39 Data & LLM Training 16:04 De-Risking Models 19:08 Ethical AI 22:43 Stopping Hallucinations 27:18 Data Labeling Deep-Dive 31:56 Production-Ready GenAI 33:44 AGI Horizons 35:34 What Makes Sama Different 36:31 Calculating AI ROI 38:50 State of the LLMs 44:48 Elephant Butts & Closing Thoughts Quick links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-curtis/ Sama: https://www.sama.com/ Latest blog: “Sama Introduces New Data Automation Platform” ( sama.com ) Hear more: Duncan on “Human Guardrails in Generative AI” (DataCamp podcast) ( datacamp.com ) Hashtags #MakingDataSimple #AIProduct #GenAI #DataLabeling #EthicalAI #AIROI #AutonomousVehicles #Podcast Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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CEO David Hirschfeld of Tekyz on the Startup Lie That’s Killing Your Company. Hint: It’s not about the tech — it’s about the problem you're solving. 45:50

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Send us a text 🎧 Episode Description: This week on Making Data Simple , we welcome David Hirschfeld , Founder and CEO of Tekyz . With a background spanning major tech firms and startup trenches, David brings grounded, data-backed insight into what makes or breaks a startup. From tackling the #1 reason startups fail to exploring the value of validation and the real meaning of product-market fit , this episode is a no-fluff masterclass in entrepreneurial strategy. David’s message is clear: "Don’t focus on your product. Focus on the client’s problem." Whether you're a first-time founder or scaling your next venture, David offers hard-earned truths, including surprising takes on unicorns, VCs, and what really matters more — the founder or the technology ? ⏱ Time Markers: 01:20 – Meet David Hirschfeld 05:55 – THE Reason Startups Fail 08:50 – Lifetime Value 11:33 – The Value of Validation 14:48 – What Do the VCs Say? 16:20 – Startup Success Rate 17:10 – Tekyz 23:01 – Product Market Fit 29:18 – Startup Ideation 31:37 – Unicorns 38:12 – Unexpected Truths 42:45 – Founder or Technology? 🔗 Connect with David: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhirschfeld Website: https://tekyz.com #MakingDataSimple #StartupAdvice #ProductMarketFit #TechLeadership #VCInsights #FoundersJourney #Entrepreneurship #DataDrivenDecisions #StartupFailure #Innovation #ClientCentric #Podcast Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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🎯 Strategic Sales, AI Smarts & Pixar Roots: Ralph Gootee CTO of TigerEye Tells All 48:46

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Send us a text This week on Making Data Simple , we welcome Ralph Gootee, CTO and co-founder of TigerEye , a company reshaping strategic sales intelligence with a data-driven edge . Ralph’s journey spans Pixar, Sony, and PlanGrid — and now he’s building tools to help sales leaders see around corners. From the secrets behind TigerEye's intuitive reporting to the realities of entrepreneurship and the affordability of LLMs, this episode hits both the business brain and the tech heart. 00:52 Meet Ralph Gootee 01:43 TigerEye 04:49 PlanGrid 07:43 Monetization 08:50 TigerEye's Objective 12:38 Reinventing Reporting 17:06 How it Works 22:21 The Secret Sauce 27:48 LLM Affordability 34:14 Last Call 38:57 The Entrepreneur Dilemma 39:47 Where to Reach TigerEye 40:07 Do Code Assistants Work? 47:32 For Fun 🔗 Connect with Ralph & TigerEye LinkedIn: Ralph Gootee Website: TigerEye Blog: TigerEye Blog #MakingDataSimple #SalesIntelligence #AIinSales #EntrepreneurMindset #LLMs #StartupLife #PixarToPipeline #DataDrivenDecisions #TechLeadership #TigerEye Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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In case you missed it....The Future of Risk, Powered by AI with Kathy Stares, EVP of North America at Provenir 35:29

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Send us a text 🎧 REPLAY ALERT: The Future of Risk, Powered by AI In case you missed it the first time — we’re bringing back this incredible conversation with Kathy Stares , EVP of North America at Provenir . Kathy dives into how Provenir’s AI-powered risk decisioning software processes over 4 billion transactions annually across 50+ countries. From fintech to traditional banking, learn how this platform is shaking up risk strategies with automation, innovation, and global reach. 🌍 Why does risk decisioning need AI? 🚀 What’s driving the next wave of banking transformation? 📊 How can Gen Z shape the future of financial services? Timestamps: 01:14 Meet Kathy Stares 04:34 The Start of Summer 08:01 AI-Powered Risk Decisioning 11:31 The Tech Behind Provenir 13:42 Models 14:32 Data Source 16:43 The Business Problem 17:33 Banking Strategies 18:48 Platform Scope 20:28 Automation 21:46 Provenir’s Differentiator 22:47 Millennials & Gen Z 29:05 Trends to Watch 31:57 Kathy’s Takeaway 33:28 Connect with Provenir 35:25 The Wealthy Barber 🎙️ Guest: Kathy Stares 🔗 Learn more: provenir.com #AIinFinance #FintechInnovation #RiskDecisioning #FinancialServices #AIReplay #Automation #FutureOfBanking #GenZFinance #WomenInTech #MakingDataSimple #TechPodcast #ProvenirAI #PodcastReplay Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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Part 2: Automation Remix: Observability, IBM Concert & the Next Wave of IT Ops 20:26

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Send us a text We’re back for Part 2 of our Automation deep-dive—and the hits just keep coming! Host Al Martin reunites with IBM automation aces Sarah McAndrew (WW Automation Technical Sales) and Vikram Murali (App Mod & IT Automation Development) to push past the hype and map out the road ahead. 🎬 Episode Highlights 00:12 Observability – why seeing everything is half the battle 04:17 IBM Concert – orchestrating dev, ops & business in one score 07:42 Tech vs. Culture – the million-dollar question 11:34 Real-world use cases that ship value today 13:65 Scanning the Future of Automation (spoiler: it’s closer than you think) 15:32 Hashi – tooling that scales with you 17:42 Top resources to learn more and stay ahead of the curve 18:13 Lightning-round fun to wrap it up Whether you’re wrangling legacy systems or architecting cloud-native dreams, this conversation will spark ideas, bust myths, and give you action items of immediate value. Smash that play button, tag a colleague, and join the movement to #MakingDataSimple! 🔗 Connect: Sarah McAndrew LinkedIn | Vikram Murali LinkedIn 🌐 Explore IBM Automation: ibm.com/automation #MakingDataSimple #IBMAutomation #Observability #TechPodcast #FutureOfWork Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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Automation Unleashed: IBM’s Sarah McAndrew, VP & Vikram Murali, VP Chart the Future 26:27

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Send us a text Buckle up—automation is shifting into high gear! In Part 1 of our Automation mini-series, host Al Martin VP WW Technical Sales sits down with IBM insiders Sarah McAndrew (VP WW Automation, Technical Sales) and Vikram Murali (VP App Mod & IT Automation, Development) to decode the now and next of enterprise automation. 🔑 What’s inside 00:53 Meet Sarah McAndrew VP WW Automation, Technical Sales 01:29 Meet Vikram Murali VP App Mod & IT Automation, Development 03:25 A crisp, boardroom-ready definition of automation 09:21 Why observability is automation’s super-power 11:45 The latest breakthroughs propelling innovation faster than ever 22:29 How Aspera rockets data transfer into warp speed 23:43 The big “Why IBM?”—and why it matters for your bottom line Expect practical tips you can deploy tomorrow, myth-busting insights, and bold predictions that will have your Dev & Ops teams buzzing. Hit play, share with a tech-curious friend, and let’s #MakeDataSimple—together. 🔗 Connect: Linkedin Sarah McAndrew | LinkedIn Vikram Murali 🌐 Explore IBM Automation: ibm.com/automation #MakingDataSimple #IBMAutomation #AI #Observability #TechPodcast #FutureOfWork Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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Send us a text In this powerhouse episode of Making Data Simple , we welcome Dave Martin —CEO, tech entrepreneur, investor coach to elite CEOs, and bestselling author of Mega Thinking: A Simple, Powerful Process to Think Smarter and Make Better Leadership Decisions . From Silicon Valley to boardrooms worldwide, Dave breaks down how top leaders think differently, make high-stakes decisions with clarity, and unlock their full leadership potential. Whether you’re scaling a startup or leading a Fortune 500, these are the insights that move the needle. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown 02:38 – Meet Dave Martin : From tech entrepreneur to investor coach—Dave’s leadership journey 05:27 – Silicon Valley Secrets : What makes this innovation hub tick? 08:17 – The Inception of Mega Thinking : Where breakthrough leadership strategies begin 10:57 – Startups Unfiltered : What it really takes to succeed (and survive) 14:00 – What is Mega Thinking? : The simple yet powerful framework to level up your leadership 21:05 – Mega Thinking in Action : How top performers apply it daily 24:07 – What Holds People Back? : The hidden barriers between you and your next big idea 27:26 – Mega Thinking Summary : Your rapid-fire leadership playbook 33:06 – Reminiscing IBM : Timeless leadership lessons from a tech giant 34:28 – The Most Powerful Leaders : How they think differently—and why it works 36:42 – Final Thoughts : Dave’s rapid-fire leadership advice you can apply today 38:46 – How to Reach Dave Martin : Continue the conversation and go deeper 🔗 Connect with Dave: LinkedIn 🌐 Website: megathinkingbook.com #MegaThinking #LeadershipUnlocked #ExecutiveMindset #ThinkSmarterLeadBetter #StartupSuccess #SiliconValleySecrets #BusinessInnovation #LeadershipDecisions #MakingDataSimple #CEOInsights #TechLeadership #PodcastPower Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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Send us a text What makes IBM TechXchange different — and why is it a must-attend for techies? In this episode, we’re joined by two powerhouses behind the scenes: Amy Tennison , VP of IBM TechXchange & Client Advocacy, and Graeme Noseworthy , TechXchange Content & Experiences. We explore the ethos of TechXchange, how it's curated for technologists of all skill levels, and why it's more than just an event — it's an experience that continues all year long. From strategic content design to the future of tech conferences, you’ll hear insider insights and behind-the-scenes stories that bring TechXchange to life. ⏱️ Time Markers: 03:06 Meet Amy Tennison 03:54 Meet Graeme Noseworthy 05:51 What IS TechXchange 10:31 TechXchange is Always On! 16:32 The Cost of Learning: Time 22:12 Targeting Different Skill Levels 27:07 Where Are Tech Events Heading? 28:52 Session Curation 33:03 The WHY of TechXchange 34:00 Finally, What to Know 36:29 For Fun 💡 Whether you're a hands-on architect, an emerging developer, or a tech lead looking to sharpen your edge — this episode is for you . #TechXchange #IBMPodcast #MakingDataSimple Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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🧠 Dr. Ruchir Puri on the Next Frontier: Open Models, Smarter AI, and Human-Level Reasoning (Part 2) 27:14

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Send us a text 👤 About the Guest Dr. Ruchir Puri is IBM Fellow and Chief Scientist at IBM Research. He’s a master inventor with 70+ patents and decades of leadership in scalable AI, chip innovation, and open-source contributions. From Watson to watsonx, he’s been shaping the AI landscape for decades — and he’s not slowing down. Inside This Episode In Part 2, Ruchir unpacks the macro forces shaping AI — from Jensen Huang’s bold prediction to IBM’s leadership in open-model ecosystems and the emerging blueprint for AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) . It’s a mix of sharp insight, grounded realism, and future-forward thinking. ⏱️ Chapters & Timing 00:12 – Jensen Huang's Prediction Ruchir’s take on NVIDIA’s CEO and whether the 2029 AGI forecast holds water. 04:15 – The Open-Model Ecosystem Why IBM is betting on openness — and what that means for enterprise AI. 07:21 – Why IBM Granite? A breakdown of Granite’s strengths, flexibility, and why it’s built to scale responsibly. 09:58 – Model Indemnification The legal side of LLMs. Ruchir explains how IBM handles risk and accountability. 11:32 – AI Implementation Challenges Beyond the hype: What really gets in the way of successful AI deployment? 14:20 – AI in Politics A frank look at how AI is already reshaping elections, media, and power dynamics. 15:35 – AI Chipsets From GPUs to custom silicon, Ruchir highlights what’s next in the AI compute race. 18:37 – AGI = IQ, EQ, RQ Artificial General Intelligence, demystified. Why intellect alone isn’t enough — and how reasoning and empathy fit in. 24:15 – The Human Brain’s Efficiency What AI can learn from 20 watts of organic genius. 💬 Key Ideas You can’t have AGI without reasoning. That’s the ‘RQ’ — and it’s the missing piece. The future isn’t one model to rule them all. It’s an ecosystem — modular, open , and responsible. IBM’s commitment to indemnification isn’t just legal — it’s about trust in enterprise AI . 🔥 Why You Should Listen This episode goes beyond buzzwords. If you're serious about what’s coming next in AI — how we’ll build it, govern it, and live with it — Ruchir offers a rare combination of technical clarity and visionary leadership. 🎧 Subscribe for More Don't miss upcoming episodes that help you lead with clarity in the AI era — the Making Data Simple way. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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A Masterclass on AI with Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist IBM: From Prompt Engineering to Agentic AI (Part 1) 29:40

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Send us a text 🎙️ Ruchir Puri (Part 1): From Prompt Engineering to Agentic AI Guest: Ruchir Puri , Chief Scientist at IBM Research 📍 Website: ibm.com/watsonx 🎧 Host: Al Martin, Worldwide VP, Technical Sales, IBM 📨 Want to be a guest? Email us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com 👤 About the Guest Dr. Ruchir Puri is IBM Fellow, Chief Scientist of IBM Research, and one of IBM’s most prolific inventors. With over 70 patents and a lead architect behind IBM’s AI breakthroughs including Watson and watsonx, Ruchir is a globally respected authority on AI, chip design, and scalable compute. He’s led groundbreaking work from Deep Blue to Agentic AI and is shaping how AI will drive the next era of enterprise transformation. 🧠 What’s Inside This Episode This episode is a masterclass in where AI is headed. Ruchir takes us on a journey from the fading relevance of prompt engineering to the rise of agentic AI systems that think, plan, execute, and reflect. You’ll hear his candid views on inference at scale, memory in systems, and why 2025 is the year of agents. ⏱️ Chapters & Timing 01:22 – Hints for the IBM THINK Conference Sneak peek into what’s coming at THINK — and what not to miss. 04:09 – What Drives Ruchir From childhood curiosity to global impact. How does a mind like his stay inspired? 10:00 – Where Are We Now: Feedback Systems Why the “training is done” mindset is outdated and how feedback loops change the game. 12:21 – Prompt Engineering Gone! Hot take alert! Ruchir declares the death of prompt engineering — and what replaces it. 13:39 – Inference Scaling How scaling inference (not just training) is the next AI frontier. 16:26 – Systems with Memory Why “forgetting” systems are failing us — and how memory transforms intelligence. 17:56 – Agentic AI: Think, Plan, Act, Execute, Observe, Reflect A full walkthrough of what makes AI “agentic” and where we’re headed next. 21:02 – Future of Work and MCP (Multi-Contextual Personas) AI in the workplace isn’t about job replacement — it’s about augmentation. 23:45 – 2025: The Year of Agents Why this year will be the breakout moment for agents in enterprise AI. 23:58 – The Open Ecosystem Open-source meets enterprise grade. Ruchir breaks it down. 26:38 – Agentic AI Leader Final thoughts on leadership in AI and how to stay ahead. 💬 Quotes to Remember “Prompt engineering is dead. It’s like writing assembler. You needed it at first. But not anymore.”“The true intelligence lies in systems that can remember — not just respond.”“We’re heading into an era where your agent will know you better than your coworkers do.” 🔥 Why You Should Listen If you want a front-row seat to the future of AI — especially in enterprise environments — this is it. Ruchir combines deep tech insights with strategic vision, all while keeping it practical and human. 📩 Subscribe & Stay Ahead Follow us on your favorite platform and never miss an episode that helps you lead with tech — simply. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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🧐 Beyond the Buzz: AI, Ethics & the Future of Organizational Intelligence with Phanish Puranam (Part 2) 21:32

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Send us a text Part 2 of 2 We’re back with Part 2 of our fascinating conversation with Phanish Puranam , Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at INSEAD . In this episode, we explore the next frontier: how intelligent algorithms don’t just support organizations—they shape them. From AI ethics and algorithmic bureaucracy to the future of human-AI teams , universal income , and debunking myths , Phanish offers a provocative look at how organizations can—and should—adopt AI in a human-centric way . ⏱️ Chapters 00:12 – Algorithmic Bureaucracy 01:23 – AI Ethics 04:24 – Blockchain 07:51 – AI as Team vs. Individual Agents 11:59 – New Skills 15:12 – Predictions & Universal Income 17:20 – Adopting AI in a Human-Centric Way 19:02 – AI Myths 🔗 Connect with Phanish Puranam LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/phanishpuranam Website: insead.edu/faculty/phanish-puranam Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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Send us a text Part 1 of 2 How do we make organizations not just run — but run intelligently ? In this episode of Making Data Simple , we welcome Phanish Puranam , Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at INSEAD , to explore the intersection of AI, organizational science, and intelligent design . From tools and teammates to blockchain and the metaverse, Phanish walks us through the evolving relationship between humans, algorithms, and the systems we build. We dive into real-world use cases, research-backed insights, and surprising pitfalls — plus a contrarian take on why bad ideas might be the key to better innovation . ⏱️ Chapters 01:50 – Meet Phanish Puranam 03:36 – Organizational Design 08:39 – Where is Org Design Today 12:41 – A Research Example 15:59 – Technologies as Tools & Teammates 17:54 – A Real Use Case Example 20:30 – The Metaverse, Eliminate Bad Ideas Fast 21:28 – Pitfalls 23:30 – Use Case Deep Dive 30:06 – The Power Structure 🔗 Connect with Phanish Puranam LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/phanishpuranam INSEAD Profile: insead.edu/faculty/phanish-puranam #OrganizationalDesign #ArtificialIntelligence #PhanishPuranam #FutureOfWork #AIinBusiness #AlgorithmicOrganizations #Leadership #INSEAD #MakingDataSimple #AIandWork #BusinessStrategy #DigitalTransformation #OrgDesign Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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🎙️ Marketing to the Human Brain: Scarcity, Psychology & Taylor Swift Tickets with Dr. Mindy Weinstein {Replay} 28:31

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Send us a text ✨ Updated April 1, 2025 What do Tickle Me Elmo, bourbon, and Taylor Swift tickets have in common? Scarcity. And in the world of marketing, it's one of the most powerful forces you can harness. This week, we’re throwing it back to one of our most insightful interviews — a conversation with Dr. Mindy Weinstein , Founder and CEO of Market MindShift , marketing professor at Grand Canyon University, Columbia Business School, and Wharton , and author of The Power of Scarcity . We dig into: The psychology behind scarcity and why it drives us to act now The four types of scarcity (you’ll want to write these down!) How top brands — and yes, bourbon sellers — use scarcity to spark action Why "reaching humans" in digital marketing is more nuanced than ever How you can ethically and effectively use scarcity to boost business results 📚 About the Book: In The Power of Scarcity , Dr. Weinstein combines her background in marketing and psychology to break down how scarcity messaging influences decision-making — and how you can leverage it to drive revenue, deepen loyalty, and create urgency without manipulation . With research, real-world examples, and interviews from brands like McDonald’s and 1-800-Flowers, it’s a must-read for anyone looking to up their marketing game. 📌 Timestamps: 01:41 Meet "Marketer" Mindy Weinstein 04:42 Technology in Marketing 07:50 One of the top women in digital marketing 09:12 The Power of Scarcity 19:16 The Four Types of Scarcity 20:41 Bourbon Scarcity 21:47 Businesses Leveraging Scarcity 🧠 Connect with Dr. Weinstein: 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mindydweinstein 📘 Book: persuasioninbusiness.com 🌐 Website: marketmindshift.com 🎧 Originally aired: Season 7, Episode 5 Want to be featured on Making Data Simple ? Drop us a note at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next! Hosted by Al Martin , WW VP Technical Sales at IBM — where we explore cutting-edge tech, business innovation, and the human side of leadership... all while keeping it simple & fun. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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🤖 This week, I'm the guest! Flipping the Script: Al Martin, VP WW Technical Sales IBM Talks Tech, Trust & Transformation, this time as a guest, with Ian Smith 50:04

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Send us a text 🎙️ From Host to Hot Seat! This week on Making Data Simple , Al Martin flips the mic and becomes the guest as Ian Smith , co-founder of Lighthouse Technology , steps in to host a fast-paced, thought-provoking episode of the Baseline Podcast . It’s a casual convo with some serious zingers —think startup energy, AI honesty, automation truths, and even a little NFL shoutout. You won’t want to miss this one! 🕒 Episode Highlights 00:52 – How Making Data Simple got started 06:11 – IBM as a Startup?! 08:38 – Why IBM, really 11:49 – Competing with “Real-time” AI 23:20 – How to get clients to truly embrace automation 32:12 – The test AI flunked… but still got a B 🤖 33:06 – GO CHIEFS! 🏈 37:54 – The real IBM use case 47:06 – “Nothing went wrong” (famous last words?) 🔗 Connect with Ian: linkedin.com/in/ian-smith-a803701 🌐 Learn more: baselinepodcast.com 💡 Want to be featured on Making Data Simple ? Pitch us your story at almartintalksdata@gmail.com —we’re always on the lookout for brilliant minds in tech, data, leadership, and innovation. 🎧 Hosted by Al Martin , WW VP Technical Sales, IBM. LinkedIn . Executive Producer, Katherine Mayne LinkedIn . We talk trending tech, bold ideas, and big leadership—all with a focus on keeping it simple and fun. #MakingDataSimple #BaselinePodcast #TechLeadership #AIConversations #StartupTalk #AutomationInnovation #IBMTech #DataDriven #PodcastGuest #BusinessInnovation #LighthouseTechnology #AlMartin #IanSmith #GoChiefs Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.…

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