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The original data podcast. The Hub and Spoken podcast is a series of fascinating discussions with today's top data and business leaders from across the business world. The conversations explore how to add most value to organisations through the use of data and analytics, and how best to organise yourself to achieve that value. It talks about how to define and deliver data strategy, and the best way to return business value.
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Oct 24, 2019 • 29min
How The Guardian uses data to drive the digital revolution, with Catherine Brien
Catherine Brien is leading a new data and analytics initiative at The Guardian - can data help drive new success in the transition from print to digital? Jason Foster helms this episode of the Hub & Spoken, with Catherine sharing her experience in the CDO role so far, and the benefits that data has created across the publishing industry.
Aug 23, 2019 • 31min
Realising data sharing and collaboration in the supply chain, with Neil Sparrow
More transparent data sharing is the key to driving better supply chains according to Neil Sparrow, Head of BI at AJW. With more open data sharing across an industry, businesses could theoretically react, interact and operate much more efficiently. In reality, how viable is this level of data collaboration between businesses? Jason Foster asks this question and more in Episode 31 of the Hub & Spoken podcast.
Aug 1, 2019 • 32min
It’s Master Data, not Governance, with Scott Taylor
Master data and governance are the focus of Scott Taylor, nicknamed the ‘Data Whisperer’ for his role in advising businesses on how to approach data management. With Jason Foster at the helm, they discuss what language to use in communicating across the organisation, and how to avoid making data a boring topic for the C-Suite.
Jul 11, 2019 • 37min
Harnessing Psychology, Data and Visualisation, with Mark Ainsworth
Jun 13, 2019 • 31min
Gender Bias and Diverse Skills in Data, with Payal Jain
In this episode, we talk to Payal Jain, Managing Director at JCURV, about the impact of gender bias on data and analytics. We discuss the importance of employing a diverse range of skills, and fostering this within data teams. As a Chair of Women in Data UK, Payal also shares her perspectives on gender diversity and how to support the cause.
May 9, 2019 • 31min
How Dating Apps Evolved Through Data, with Nick Saretzky
In this episode, we talk to Nick Saretzky, Senior Director of Project Management at Tinder, about how dating apps started out with data. We discuss the benefits of driving change through data insights, and what user data Tinder has at its disposal. We also talk about the impact of dating apps on how people interact, and on the changing approach to modern relationships.
Apr 25, 2019 • 31min
Digital CX and Tracking Behaviours in Gambling, with Kerry Dawes
In this episode, we talk to Kerry Dawes, the Director of Digital Customer Experience at The Rank Group. We discuss the impact of data on the digital customer experience, and how new technologies are contributing to this field. We also cover the value of tracking customer data to identify and counter unhealthy behaviours in the gambling industry.
Apr 11, 2019 • 31min
Practical AI and the Role of Optimisation, with Daniel Hulme
In this episode, we talk to Daniel Hulme, CEO of Satalia, on the progress of AI and how it's being implemented today. We discuss how organisations can more effectively use AI with optimisation, and where this technology is being applied today. We also cover the debate around the questionable future of AI, and in particular the potential risks posed by humanlike artificial intelligence.
Mar 31, 2019 • 28min
How Rugby is Becoming Data-Driven, with Will Fraser
We talk to Will Fraser, Director of The Saracens Way, about the potential of data in competitive sports. We discuss the cultural change embedded in becoming data-driven, and the impact of this change on an organisation or team. We also cover the future potential of data in rugby and beyond, giving an insight into the practical aspects of data use in sports.
Mar 21, 2019 • 29min
