Making Data Simple
329 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHosted by Al Martin, WW VP Account Technology Leaders at IBM. Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on leadership, big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.
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[Holiday Replay] - Defining Watson with Beth Smith
December 25, 2019 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBHappy Holidays from the Making Data Simple team! Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Beth Smith, IBM General Manager for Watson AI. Host Al Martin and Beth tackle a question they are often asked - what is Watson? Together, they define the product and the brand, and what it means for IBM. Connect with Beth LinkedIn Twitter IBM B...
Stories from the Field FINALE - Data Driven Logistics
December 18, 2019 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, we have a joint finale for the series Stories from the Field. Hosts Al Martin and Wennie Allen have a discussion with Gordon Johnson, Global Head of Optimization for DHL. We get an insider's perspective on data within the shipping and logistics world, helping optimize shipping methods to get medical supplies wh...
Marketing Tactics for the Data Industry with Scott Hebner
December 11, 2019 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract Our guest this week is Scott Hebner, VP and CMO for IBM Data and AI. This episode revolves around the marketing industry and tactics employed by those in the field. Scott walks us through his perspectives and insights. Connect with Scott LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 03:38 - Unsure what the cloud business is all about? Take a look at IBM's ...
The Importance of Cloud Computing with Adam Kocoloski
December 04, 2019 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Adam Kocoloski, VP & CTO of Cloud Databases and IBM Fellow. Adam shares his insight of current trends in the cloud and database markets, while host Al Martin gives insight on how to raise 3 daughters! Tune in for a high level, yet candid discussion. Connect with Adam LinkedIn Twitter IBM Fellow...
Defining Watson with Beth Smith
November 27, 2019 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Beth Smith, IBM General Manager for Watson AI. Host Al Martin and Beth tackle a question they are often asked - what is Watson? Together, they define the product and the brand, and what it means for IBM. Connect with Beth LinkedIn Twitter IBM Blogs Show Notes 03:00 - Discover the Watson fami...
The Evolution of the Database Industry with Art Kagel and Lester Knutsen
November 20, 2019 15:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract In this episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined with two very established members of the Informix user community. Art Kagel, President and Principal Consultant at ASK Database Management, and Lester Knutsen, President and Principal Database Consultant at Advanced DataTools Corporation. Together with host Al Martin, they touch on the state...
The State of Design and A.I. with Adam Cutler and Milena Pribić
November 13, 2019 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week, we are joined by Adam Cutler, IBM Distinguished Designer, and Milena Pribić, IBM Advisory Designer. Adam and Milena offer their perspectives on the growing need for improved design, inherent bias found in AI models, and the importance of considering the humanities in future projects. All this and more in this episode of Making Data ...
Finding New A.I. Use Cases with Paul Zikopoulos
November 06, 2019 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week, Paul Zikopolous, IBM VP Big Data Cognitive Systems, makes a highly anticipated return to Making Data Simple. Paul gives an update to what he's been working on, including his A.I. tracking app which saw an interesting use case at a recent Luke Bryan concert. We are also given some insight to the state of data and the rest of the indu...
Finding New A.I. Use Cases with Paul Zikopoulos
November 06, 2019 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week, Paul Zikopolous, IBM VP Big Data Cognitive Systems, makes a highly anticipated return to Making Data Simple. Paul gives an update to what he's been working on, including his A.I. tracking app which saw an interesting use case at a recent Luke Bryan concert. We are also given some insight to the state of data and the rest of the indu...
Optimizing Sports using A.I. with Joe Pavitt
October 30, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Joe Pavitt, master inventor and emerging technology specialist at IBM. Joe comes from a diverse background of playing various sports at a high-level, while pursuing studies in engineering and technology. Tune in to discover how Joe's role allows him to be at the intersection of these 2 seemingly op...
Clarifying Decision Optimization and Analytics with Carlvin Paris
October 23, 2019 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract Our guest for this week is Carlvin Paris, IBM North America Data Science & AI Sales Leader. Host Al Martin helps curate the conversation towards decision optimization and analytics, while Carlvin offers his insight to the state of the data science industry. Tune in for a technical, yet approachable discussion. Connect with Carlvin LinkedIn ...
Reforming Design Leadership with Arin Bhowmick
October 16, 2019 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Arin Bhowmick, vice president and Chief Design Officer for IBM Cloud, Data and AI. Host Al Martin strikes up a conversation on what defines good design, why user experience is critical to product development, along with tips for good leadership and company culture. Tune in for a high-value discussi...
What it Takes to Drive Transformation with Bill Higgins
October 09, 2019 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract Bill Higgins, IBM Distinguished Engineer joins us for this episode of Making Data Simple. Host Al Martin gets all the details from Bill regarding transformation. What is needed to deliver transformation that scales? How difficult is it to do at a company as large as IBM? Tune in to find out and more. Connect with Bill LinkedIn Twitter Me...
Improving Technical Engagement with Debra Jenson
October 02, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week, our guest is Debra Jenson, director of digital technical engagement for IBM Hybrid Cloud. Host Al Martin and Debra discuss churn rates, client retention, buying methods and more. How do you acquire and keep clients in such a competitive market? Get all the details in this episode of Making Data Simple. Connect with Deb Link...
The Power of the Mainframe with Namik Hrle
September 25, 2019 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. On this episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by esteemed IBM Fellow, Namik Hrle. Host Al Martin taps into Namik’s passion for engineering and technology. Their conversation covers the IBM Z mainframe platform, as well as what Namik predicts to be the next big trend in the industry. You’ll also hear about the more artistic side to Namik: his love ...
Discovering New Talent in Tech
September 18, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. This week, IBM new hires Analeeze Mendonsa and Brittny Lapierre join host Al Martin on the podcast to discuss the careers they’re starting at IBM. The conversation ranges from outlining some of the exciting projects they’re working on, to which Canadian University is best, to what you should be considering for your bucket list. Listen in for a wide-rangi...
Discovering New Talent in Tech
September 18, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. This week, IBM new hires Analeeze Mendonsa and Brittny Lapierre join host Al Martin on the podcast to discuss the careers they’re starting at IBM. The conversation ranges from outlining some of the exciting projects they’re working on, to which Canadian University is best, to what you should be considering for your bucket list. Listen in for a wide-rangi...
The Current State of Data and AI in the Enterprise with Seth Dobrin
September 11, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. Seth Dobrin is back for his third episode on Making Data Simple. Seth talks us through the current innovations IBM is working on and shares his advice for leading teams and motivating efforts. Seth also tells it like it is on the state of AI. How close is business to actually running AI? Seth weighs in. Connect with Seth Dobrin LinkedIn Show Notes 0...
Exploring Marketing Insights with Jayson Gehri
September 04, 2019 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode of Making Data Simple, our guest is Jayson Gehri, Marketing Director for the IBM Hybrid Data Management portfolio. Host Al Martin turns to Jayson to provide marketing insights, specifically regarding the technology sector. Together, they cut through the jargon and explain some of the most important marketing concepts that you should be considering. Connect with Jayson Gehri LinkedIn Show Notes 02:52 - Check out this article offering their thoughts on the state of Data and...
The Intern Episode
August 28, 2019 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. This week is something a bit different. Host Al Martin brings on two of IBM's Db2 Content Design interns, who also happen to be Making Data Simple producers. Liam Seston and Rachit Sharma explain what happens behind the scenes of the podcast, along with what IBM is all about through the eyes of an intern. Show Notes 01:25 - Click here to learn more ab...
Trains, Planes, and AI, with Kent Collins
August 21, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. This week, host Al Martin chats with Kent Collins, the solutions architect at BNSF Railway Inc. Al just did a panel with Kent in June at IDUG North America 2019, one of the premiere Db2 conferences. They talk about evolving technology, professional roles, and business opportunities -- and Kent shares his expertise on how to use statistics. Check us out...
[Rebroadcast] Machine Learning for Dummies
August 16, 2019 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBThe authors of Machine Learning for Dummies – Judith Hurwitz, and Daniel Kirsch — are here to help you. In this episode, Judith, Daniel and Al discuss the state of machine learning today, how to use it to advance your business as well as discoveries they made while writing their book. Learn how small and large businesses alike can find insights from data to enhance relationships with customers. We’ll also share where you can get a copy of Machine Learning for Dummies at no cost. Show notes...
Human Evolution and AI, with Jennifer Sukis
August 14, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. This week’s guest on the Making Data Simple podcast is Jennifer Sukis, design principal for AI and machine learning at IBM. Jennifer shares her philosophies and ideas on what constitutes as great design, specifically for applications in AI. Be sure to listen to the end, where host Al Martin poses questions for Jennifer to share about her crucial career ...
Making Data Simple - Internal data science for the enterprise, with Tracy Bolot
August 07, 2019 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBThis week, host Al Martin chats with Tracy Bolot, VP of enterprise management at IBM. Together, they discuss how people are at the core of companies -- not technology -- as well as details of the product development pipeline. Check us out on: - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show notes: 00:05 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer...
Thinking and Writing about AI with Tom Taulli - [Season 3 - Episode 28]
July 31, 2019 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week, host Al Martin chats with Tom Taulli. Tom is a blogger, investor, and an advisor to startups. He frequently writes about AI for Forbes. He is also an author of several books, including How to Create the Next Facebook: Seeing Your Startup Through, from Idea to IPO and The Complete M&A Handbook. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show notes: 00:05 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:10...
Stories from the Field: Ep.3 - Success in AI adoption: customer experience and beyond
July 24, 2019 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBAccording to the Economist, 70 percent of business executives rated analytics as “very” or “extremely important,” but just 2 percent say they have achieved “broad positive results.” In this episode of Stories from the Field, host Wennie Allen talks to Carlo Appugliese of the IBM Data Science and AI Elite Team about his insights from more than 100 client engagements to improve business outcomes quickly. They discuss top challenges and barriers to AI adoption, as well as expert advice on how ...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.7 - How data science is helping to improve aviation
July 19, 2019 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBWhat are your major concerns before flying on a trip? Would you ever give up your seat due to overbooking? How do airlines predict weather patterns and take proactive action to minimize delays? In this episode of Making Data Simple, Yianni Gamvros, Global Data Science Enablement Leader for IBM Watson and Cloud Platform, talks about how to use data science to better manage passenger flight experiences. Show Notes 00.30 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and LinkedIn (linkedin....
Data Meets Design with David Townsend - [Season 3 - Episode 27]
July 17, 2019 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBOn this episode of Making Data Simple, host Al Martin chats with David Townsend, the head of design for IBM Data and AI. Before IBM, David was working as the design director, brand components and user experience for General Motors. His areas of design include multi-cloud, machine learning, AI, data visualization and augmented reality. Listen to learn about IBM design thinking and more. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show ...
The Art of Teaching AI [Season 3 - Episode 26]
July 10, 2019 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this week's episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by guest John DeNero, who is a Professor at UC Berkeley. John specializes in teaching artificial intelligence - winning a distinguished teaching award in 2018 as a result. Host Al Martin and John discuss methods of teaching AI, the state of the education industry, and the company he co-founded, Lilt. Listen in for a diverse, high level, and engaging conversation. Show Notes 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn an...
Data and International Security with Philip Reiner [Season 3 - Episode 25]
July 03, 2019 15:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBOn this episode, host Al Martin chats with Philip Reiner, who is executive director at the firm Technology for Global Security. In this episode Philip shares his experience in government, policy, and security. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show notes: 00:00 - Check out Making Data Simple on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Se...
Stories from the Field Ep.2 - JPMorgan Chase: Pioneers AI in Risk prediction
June 26, 2019 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn the latest episode of: "Stories from the Field", Host Wennie Allen, IBM Data and AI, sits down with Elenita Elinon, leader of the Quantitative Research Analytics at JP Morgan Chase, recognized and awarded as one of the top 40 Women Leaders in Data and AI for her work with risk and fraud. Elenita shares her experiences, challenges, and lessons learned. Explore more about the IBM Women Leaders in AI initiative. Learn more about JPMC and their work with the IBM Data and AI Elite Team. Wan...
AI Tools and Runtimes with Shadi Copty [Season 3 - Episode 24]
June 19, 2019 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBThis week host Al Martin invites Shadi Copty, who is the Executive Director for AI Tools & Runtimes at IBM. In this episode he talks about automation, tools and multiple IBM AI technologies. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show notes: 00:00 - Check out "Making Data Simple" on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedI...
Data Science in the Trenches, with Jorge Castanon [Season 3 - Episode 23]
June 12, 2019 14:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBThis week's guest is Jorge Castanon, a Sr. Data Scientist for Watson Studio at IBM. Host Al Martin and Jorge discuss some typical data problems currently plaguing the industry, and how Watson Studio makes dealing with those problems that much easier. Get ready for an in-depth, technical conversation with two industry experts. Show Note 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:20 - Connect w...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.6 - From 2D to 3D -- augmented reality data visualization
June 07, 2019 14:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBAugmented reality will change the way we experience data. But, what will this new reality look and feel like, and how can we take advantage of it to make better decisions? Tune in to this episode of Making Data Simple to learn about augmented reality data visualization from Ben Resnick and Alfredo Ruiz, members of the IBM Immersive Insights team. Shownotes 00.10 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku) 00.25 Connect with Benjamin Resnic...
Next-gen solutions with Rakesh Ranjan - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 22]
June 05, 2019 16:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThis week, host Al Martin welcomes Rakesh Ranjan, the director of emerging technologies at IBM Data and AI. He also works on next gen-solutions at IBM and is involved with academia and research. Join us for a look at what's next in data and AI. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show Notes 00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Conne...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.5 - Growth hacking - not just for start ups
May 31, 2019 16:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBHow did companies like Facebook and Airbnb get so big so fast? What can we learn from them? Why is data so important for growth? Nancy Hensley, Director of Strategy & Growth for IBM Hybrid Cloud, has the answers in this episode of Making Data Simple. Learn how you can use growth hacking strategies to build your business and why growth hacking isn't just for startups. Show Notes 00:25 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku) 00:36 Connect w...
Stories from the Field: Ep.1 - Examining the Risk Business
May 29, 2019 17:00 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBWelcome to a new Making Data Simple series, Stories from the Field with Wennie Allen, IBM Data and AI. This series will focus on practical use cases of big data and A.I., enabling shared experiences and perspectives. You can expect these field highlights every fourth episode of Making Data Simple. In this episode, Wennie talks to Brittany Bogle about her perspective as a professional data scientist. Informed by her experiences helping business clients adopt AI, Brittany shares real-life pr...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.4 - Will machines take our jobs?
May 24, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode of Making Data Simple we hear insights from IBM Machine Learning Hub data scientists Jorge A. Castañón and Óscar Lara-Yejas as they discuss what machine learning is and is not. They also answer the most controversial question today: Will machines take our jobs? Listen to find out! Show Notes 00:25 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku) 02:10 Connect with Jorge A. Castañón on Twitter (@castanan) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/i...
Creating Custom Data Frameworks, with Greg Bonnette - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 20]
May 22, 2019 14:00 - 47 minutes - 22.1 MBThis week host Al Martin welcomes Greg Bonnette, who is Vice President of Data & Analytics Strategy at Ironside. He comes on the show to discuss more in depth about his role engaging with clients, striving to find appropriate business solutions to their data problems. Discover typical industry issues and hear how Greg overcomes, in this week's episode. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show Notes 00:10 - Connect with Producer St...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.3 - A New Definition of Client Care with Tracy Bolot
May 17, 2019 12:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBHow do you provide answers to clients prior to them asking? What do you do with an abundance of client data? In this episode of Making Data Simple, Tracy Bolot, Director of Digital Client Support for Analytics at IBM, talks about how to maximize teamwork and strengths to enrich your clients' experience. Show Notes 00:15 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku) 00:30 Connect with Tracy Bolot on LinkedIn(linkedin.com/in/tracy-bolot-992a6b4a)...
Enterprise Insight with Dinesh Nirmal - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 19]
May 15, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBThis week on Making Data Simple, Dinesh Nirmal comes on the show to discuss current industry trends. Host Al Martin poses questions that are both technical and leadership oriented. Together, they discuss the new, emerging technologies that drives them while providing their own definitions of team building and success. Listen, engage, react. Give us your feedback and get in on the conversation. Show Notes Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - Tune...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.2 - The End of Tech Companies with Rob Thomas
May 10, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBIn an ever-changing and growing age of data and technology, how can you turn data into better decisions for your company? How do you keep up? Is there a recipe for greatness? In this podcast, Rob Thomas, General Manager of Analytics at IBM, discusses data, tech companies and his two books, Big Data Revolution and The End of Tech Companies. "A crisis has arrived whether you know it or not." What are you doing to prepare? Show Notes 00:30 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and ...
Culture as Technology with Guy Taylor - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 18]
May 08, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBGuy Taylor, Head of Data & Data Driven Intelligence at Nedbank, comes on the show to discuss the state of the industry, machine learning practices, and why you should add a South African safari to your bucket list! Suit up for an incredibly engaging conversation. Show Notes Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on Linke...
[Rebroadcast] Ep.1 - The Big Data Problem with Daniel Hernandez
May 03, 2019 17:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this first episode of Making Data Simple, host Al Martin welcomes Daniel Hernandez, Vice President of IBM Analytics Offering Management, who helps us navigate "the big data problem" and shares why he doesn't like the term "big data." Show Notes: 01:30 Connect with Al Martin on Twitter (@amartin_v) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku) 04:30 Connect with Daniel Hernandez on Twitter (@danhernandezATX) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/danielghernandez) 06:15 NPS = Net Promoter Score (ht...
When Data Meets Media with Michael Sestak - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 17]
May 01, 2019 14:00 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBOn this episode, host Al Martin welcomes Michael Sestak, who is a creative media director at IBM. He and Al discuss his role in-depth. Listen to learn what sources of inspiration Michael draws from, and how data and the creative process collide. Show notes Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher 00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with...
Understanding Apache Spark with Jean-Georges Perrin - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 16]
April 24, 2019 14:00 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBAl Martin is joined this week by guest Jean-Georges Perrin, Director of Engineering at weexperience. Together, they discuss — and compare — Apache Spark and Hadoop, and explain what it means to hold the title of IBM Champion. Show Notes Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter. 00:20 - Connect wit...
AR Design Thinking - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 15]
April 17, 2019 04:00 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBThis week, host Al Martin welcomes IBMers Reena Ganga and Jenna Goldberg. Reena and Jenna both serve as senior designers working at the intersection of Augmented Reality and Big Data. Both are passionate advocates for user experience design and the Design Thinking method, determined to improve — and illuminate — the way we experience and understand data. Check us out on: - YouTube - Apple Podcasts - Google Play Music - Spotify - TuneIn - Stitcher Show Notes 00:10 - Connect with Producer...
The Hidden Power of Open Source - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 14]
April 10, 2019 14:00 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBThis week on the Making Data Simple podcast, Al Martin welcomes two guests from within IBM: Vijay Bommireddipalli is head of development CODAIT, the Center for Open-Source Data & AI Technologies. And Gabriela de Queiroz is a senior engineering and data science manager. Together, the three discuss the importance of open-source software solutions, along with the tools they use in everyday development. Gear up for a technical conversation that will challenge your perspective on what it means fo...
Data In The Real World with Janine Sneed - Part 2 - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 13]
April 03, 2019 14:00 - 28 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode, host Al Martin continues with part two of his conversation with Janine Sneed about her two roles at IBM: Chief Digital Officer and VP of Customer Success for IBM Data and AI. Janine discusses her involvement with the GROW initiative and offers practical advice for career and life. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show notes: 00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on Linked...
Data In The Real World with Janine Sneed - Part 1 - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 12]
March 27, 2019 14:00 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBIn part 1 of a part 2 series, host Al Martin peels the onion with Janine Sneed. Bold, energetic, passionate, and results-driven, Janine serves in two distinct roles at IBM: Chief Digital Officer and VP of Customer Success for IBM Data and AI. This week, Janine and Al look at product management, customer success, and digital transformation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shownotes: 00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud. 00:10 -...