Catalog & Cocktails: The Honest, No-BS Data Podcast

Data governance often feels like talk without action. Discover why it's crucial for AI readiness and how to champion it in your organization. Learn practical steps to kickstart governance efforts, even using a simple spreadsheet. The conversation dives into overcoming cultural barriers and emphasizes accountability over technology. It also highlights the risks of generic frameworks and stresses the importance of a customized approach to ensure effective governance. Get ready for actionable insights!

Ethan Mollick, Associate Professor at the Wharton School, shares his insights on harnessing AI to drive innovation. He emphasizes the need for organizations to rethink AI adoption, prioritizing disciplined experimentation. The conversation covers why imagination is crucial in unlocking AI's potential, the importance of treating AI as a cognitive partner, and how proactive leadership can create fertile ground for AI-driven creativity and productivity. Ethan also discusses the duality of AI, highlighting both its transformative capabilities and ethical considerations.

Ethan Mollick emphasizes the need for organizations to rethink AI adoption by leveraging their own expertise. He discusses the significance of blending psychological insights with technology to create personalized applications. Experimentation and imagination are highlighted as vital components for maintaining control over AI's impact. Practical advice is shared on how to navigate the challenges of AI integration while fostering an environment that prioritizes research and development.

The data world is buzzing about open table formats and lakehouses, but what's the real story? Vinoth Chandar, founder & CEO of Onehouse, creator of Apache Hudi, unpacks the challenges of data siloes and vendor lock-in, and explains how open table formats are the key to unlocking true data flexibility and collaboration.   Enhance your listening experience with C&C Chat at data.world/podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The data world is buzzing about open table formats and lakehouses, but what's the real story? Vinoth Chandar, founder & CEO of Onehouse, creator of Apache Hudi, unpacks the challenges of data siloes and vendor lock-in, and explains how open table formats are the key to unlocking true data flexibility and collaboration. Enhance your listening experience with C&C Chat at data.world/podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malcolm Hawker, Chief Data Officer at Profisee and host of the CDO Matters Podcast, dives deep into the evolving landscape of data catalogs. He argues for a shift from data management to a knowledge-first approach, emphasizing the need for context and relationship-building. The discussion highlights the integration of AI and unstructured data, aiming to turn data catalogs into valuable business tools. Participants explore the implications for data governance and the transformative role of generative AI, advocating for data leaders to become strategic partners.

Andrea Gioia, CTO at Quantyca and Co-founder of Blindata, dives deep into the world of knowledge management. He highlights how people and collaboration, rather than technology, are often the biggest hurdles in data management. Andrea stresses the urgent need for organizations to create shared knowledge models to enhance efficiency. He also discusses the critical interplay between human knowledge and AI, emphasizing that effective data reuse and a focus on curiosity are essential for future growth in the field.

Andrea Gioia, CTO at Quantyca and Co-founder of Blindata, shares his insights on the real issues holding back data management. Spoiler: It's not the technology. Andrea discusses how the biggest challenges stem from people, collaboration, and the ways we handle knowledge. As AI continues to evolve, poor data management becomes an even bigger obstacle, making it clear that prioritizing knowledge management is more urgent than ever. Enhance your listening experience with C&C Chat at data.world/podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can data alone solve your business problems? Colleen Tartow, Ph.D., Field CTO and Head of Strategy at VAST Data, doesn’t think so. In this episode, we explore why it’s crucial to focus on business questions and deliver reliable, high-quality data products. We’ll also break down how to avoid the tech hype and ensure your data strategy is aligned with real business needs. Join us for a candid discussion on data, AI maturity, and finding the true value behind your data initiatives. Enhance your listening experience with C&C Chat at data.world/podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can data alone solve your business problems? Colleen Tartow, Ph.D., Field CTO and Head of Strategy at VAST Data, doesn’t think so. In this episode, we explore why it’s crucial to focus on business questions and deliver reliable, high-quality data products. We’ll also break down how to avoid the tech hype and ensure your data strategy is aligned with real business needs. Join us for a candid discussion on data, AI maturity, and finding the true value behind your data initiatives.   Enhance your listening experience at data.world/podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.