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Katharine Graham: The Woman Who Took Down a President [Outliers] 57:36

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When Katharine Graham took over the Washington Post in 1963, she was a shy socialite who'd never run anything. By retirement, she'd taken down a president, ended the most violent strike in a generation, and built one of the best-performing companies in American history. Graham had no training, no experience, not even confidence. Just a newspaper bleeding money and a government that expected her to fall in line. When her editors brought her stolen classified documents, her lawyers begged her not to publish. They said it would destroy the company. She published them anyway. Nixon came after her, attacking her with the full force of the executive. Then Watergate. For nearly a year she was ridiculed and isolated while pursuing the story that would eventually bring down the president. Graham proved that you can grow into a job that initially seems impossible and no amount of training can substitute for having the right values and the courage to act on them. Approximate timestamps: Subject to variation due to dynamically inserted ads: (02:19) The Making of an Unlikely Heiress (10:15) The Education of a Publisher’s Wife (22:16) Learning to Lead (30:46) Becoming a Media Titan (44:12) Legacy (47:59) Reflections + Lessons This episode is for informational purposes only and is full of practical lessons I learned reading her memoir, Personal History and watching Becoming Katharine Graham. Check out highlights from this book in our repository, and find key lessons from Graham here: ⁠⁠ https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/outliers-katharine-graham/ Thanks to ReMarkable for sponsoring this episode. Get your paper tablet at reMarkable.com today Upgrade—If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of all episodes, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Newsletter—The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on X at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/ShaneAParrish Check out our website for all stock video and photo credits. Episode photo sourced from: iwmf.org/community/katharine-graham/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Making Data Simple

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Hosted by Al Martin, WW VP of Technical Sales at IBM, Making Data Simple cuts through the hype to reveal how data and AI reshape the modern enterprise.

Thought leaders, researchers, and innovators share firsthand lessons on leading teams, scaling analytics, and driving real-world impact—delivered in Al’s signature straightforward, witty style.

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Making Data Simple

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Hosted by Al Martin, WW VP of Technical Sales at IBM, Making Data Simple cuts through the hype to reveal how data and AI reshape the modern enterprise.

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Streaming the Future: Dr. Sean Falconer, AI Entrepreneur in Residence at Confluent on AI, LLMs, and the Contrarian View 45:54

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Send us a text Deep Diving into the future of AI: Join Dr. Sean Falconer — AI Entrepreneur in Residence at Confluent, software engineering leader, and developer relations expert — for a deep dive into the future of AI, data streaming, and what it really means to build at the edge of innovation. From managing multiple LLMs to testing autonomous agents and sharing his bold contrarian takes, Sean helps us simplify the complexity of today's tech. 📌 Timestamps 04:38 – Meet Sean Falconer 11:11 – Lifelong Learning 12:31 – AI Entrepreneur in Residence 16:28 – Multiple LLMs in Action 21:07 – The Tech Behind Confluent 25:51 – Why Sean Chose Confluent 28:40 – Invest or Short? 36:58 – Testing Agents IRL 40:51 – The Contrarian AI Take 42:27 – Looking Ahead: The Future of AI 🔗 Connect with Sean: LinkedIn Substack Medium 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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{Replay} AI Risks, Ethics & Law — with Christina Montgomery Chief Privacy Officer, General Motors and former IBMer 44:35

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Send us a text She’s the legal powerhouse behind IBM’s AI ethics strategy — and she makes law fun. In this encore episode, we revisit a fan favorite: Christina Montgomery , formerly IBM’s Chief Privacy and Trust Officer, now Chief Privacy and Trust Officer, GM. From guarding the gates of generative AI risk to advising on global regulation, Christina gives us a front-row seat to what’s now, what’s next, and what needs rethinking when it comes to trust, synthetic data, and the future of AI law. 📍 Timestamps: • 01:00 Christina Montgomery! • 04:36 My Daughter and the Bar • 08:36 Chief Privacy and Trust Officer • 11:37 Keeping IBM Out of Trouble • 13:34 Client Conversations • 16:23 Where to Be Bullish and Bearish • 20:52 The Risks of LLMs • 24:21 NIST and AI Alliance • 28:26 AI Regulation • 36:13 Synthetic Data • 38:00 Misconceptions • 40:07 Worries • 41:27 The Path to AI • 43:13 Aspiring Lawyers 🔗 Christina on LinkedIn 🌐 IBM AI Ethics 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: Mastering Prompts & Agents with Jonathan Mast 39:29

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Send us a text The AI Advantage: Get Better Results from LLMs with the Perfect Prompt On this episode of Making Data Simple , we’re joined by Jonathan Mast , AI consultant and coach at Whitebeard Strategies and creator of the Perfect Prompting Framework™ . Jonathan’s not just riding the AI wave—he’s teaching business leaders and everyday users how to surf it , with simple, actionable tools that unlock meaningful results from large language models. If you've ever stared at a prompt box wondering what to type—or worse, gotten garbage back from AI—this episode is for you. We talk about what works, what doesn’t, and what’s coming next (agents, anyone?). Plus, Jonathan breaks down his 4-step framework that’s helping 300K+ community members and clients scale AI with clarity and confidence. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps 01:34 Introducing Jonathan Mast 04:13 Digital Agency 05:29 Whitebeard Strategies 08:06 ADD 09:57 Back to Whitebeard 14:51 The Perfect Prompting Framework 21:36 The Four Step Method 24:58 What if You Don't Use AI? 28:37 Agents 30:08 Whitebeard Engagements 32:42 Getting Started 36:39 What's True But Not a Consensus? 37:23 For Fun 🔗 Connect with Jonathan LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanjmast/ Website : https://whitebeardstrategies.com #MakingDataSimple #PerfectPromptingFramework #AIforBusiness #AIProductivity #JonathanMast #PromptEngineering #LLMs #AIAgents #WhitebeardStrategies #TechPodcast #DataSimplified 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 Burnout to Breakthrough: Dave Garrison on the Science of Motivation (Part 2) 25:37

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Send us a text We’re back with Part 2 of our must-listen conversation with Dave Garrison , leadership strategist and veteran CEO, on what it really takes to unlock performance through engagement. In this episode, we go deeper into the psychological drivers of motivation — autonomy, mastery, and purpose — and explore how to stop employee churn, combat burnout, and lead with clarity (not just charisma). Plus: how to rethink your approach to hiring and the controversial take on using AI in leadership decisions. Stick around for a surprise recap guest who brings it all home. 💥 🕒 Time-Stamps: 00:12 – Autonomy, Mastery, Purpose 04:48 – How to Stop Churn 07:10 – Laying the Hammer Down 08:00 – Burnout 14:50 – Are You Using AI Wrong? 16:27 – Energy Level 17:40 – Coach Katherine Mayne's Take 19:57 – Hire for Aptitude, Fire for Attitude 22:19 – The Recap 🔗 Connect with Dave on LinkedIn 📘 Explore his book, Buy-In 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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🎙️ 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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Unlock Mega Thinking: The CEO Mindset for Smarter, Faster Leadership Decisions with Dave Martin—CEO, tech entrepreneur, investor coach to elite CEOs 40:17

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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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Inside IBM’s TechXchange: The AI-Fueled Conference Techies Can’t Afford to Miss, with Amy Tennison, VP of IBM TechXchange and Client Advocacy and Graeme Noseworthy, TechXchange Content & Experiences 38:09

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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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