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Jul 26, 2023 • 39min

The art and science of storytelling with Vinca LeFleur - Part 2 {Replay}

Send us a textPart 2 : Vinca LaFleur of West Wing Writers. As a writer the West Wing is the dream job. Learn how to embody "It all starts with the ideas and content" - Vinca00:30 Tricks and tips to a presentation04:14 Speech gotchas07:29 Knowing when you have a hit09:39 How much is delivery11:53 GOAT speechBobby Kennedy in Indianapolis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2kWIa8wSC014:49 Gettysburg case study17:11 ChatGPT?20:26 Mental cups26:55 West Wing Writers31:51 Chief34:30 Book recommended mostMade to Stick: https://www.amazon.com/Made-Stick-Ideas-SurviveOthers/dp/1400064287LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vinca-lafleur-28909315Website: https://www.westwingwriters.com/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.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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Jul 19, 2023 • 57min

Unveiling the Power of AI and watsonx: In-Depth Conversations with Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist of IBM Research

Send us a textThe master of Artificial Intelligence: Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist of IBM Research, an IBM Fellow, and Vice-President of IBM Corporate Technology.  AI questions you were afraid to ask, from hallucinations to watsonx. #makingdatasimple #watsonxWelcome to the enlightening world of AI with Ruchir Puri, the Master of Artificial Intelligence and esteemed guest on our podcast. Join us as we embark on a captivating journey, delving deep into the realms of AI that you've always been curious about but hesitant to ask. From hallucinations to WatsonX, we leave no stone unturned in our quest for knowledge. Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist of IBM Research and IBM Fellow, as well as Vice-President of IBM Corporate Technology, shares his expertise and insights, unraveling the complexities and potential of AI. Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of AI's capabilities and its impact on our lives. Prepare to have your questions answered and be amazed by the wonders of AI.02:17 Meet Ruchir Puri the "Maker"09:24 A day in the life 14:22 The AI hype 24:21 Why now?27:36 The AI triangle35:57 Why IBM 40:58 Deciding factors43:57 Is bigger better?47:59 Hallucinations 49:53 watsonx52:33 Who are you betting on?54:23 First stepsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ruchir-puri-b117021aWebsite: https://www.ibm.com/watsonxWant 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. 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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Jul 12, 2023 • 47min

Data Empowerment Unleashed: The Making Data Simple Podcast with Carolyn Ward

Send us a textWelcome to the Making Data Simple Podcast, where we delve into the world of data empowerment and healthcare innovation with esteemed guest Carolyn Ward, Director of Clinical Strategy at Particle Health. Join us as we explore the transformative power of a modern API platform, ensuring simple and secure access to actionable patient data. Dive deep into discussions on patient engagement, the significance of healthcare interoperability, the role of AI in health data management, and the pressing issue of physician burnout. Gain valuable insights from Carolyn's expertise as we unravel the path towards empowering patients and revolutionizing healthcare through data. Tune in to stay informed and inspired by the possibilities of a data-driven healthcare ecosystem.Carolyn Ward, Director of Clinical Strategy at Particle Health, is ensuring simple and secure access to actionable patient data through a modern API platform.  Carolyn talks patient engagement and empowerment, health care interoperability, AI in health data management, and physician burnout.02:23 Meet Carolyn Ward05:22 How to use patient data08:29 How many cups of coffee is ok? 10:30 Tailoring diagnosis to the individual 15:40 Why is healthcare moving so slow?18:04 Particle Health29:38 Target client and monetization30:52 Handing PHI34:46 The tech behind Particle Health38:15 Integrating wearables, claims, laboratories 41:27 The role of AILinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carolynleewardWebsite: https://www.particlehealth.com/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. 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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Jul 5, 2023 • 46min

Yuval Bachar, founder/CEO of ECL: Exploring the Future of Data Centers, Edge Technology, and AI-Driven Infrastructure Innovations

Send us a text#MakingDataSimplePodcast.  Meet Yuval Bachar, leader in data infrastructure and founder/CEO of ECL.  Yuval is recognized as a top influencer in data centers and Edge technology. His work focuses on self-healing data centers with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, predictive maintenance and hardware quality control. 02:15 Meet Yuval Bachar05:07 Starting a Company over Covid 06:33 Where does Edge come in? 08:06 The Hydrogen Data Center12:24 Hydrogen as the Secret Sauce?15:01 Fault Tolerance and 6 9s18:32 Data Center Hosting and Costs21:28 The ECL Pitch25:42 Largest Challenge29:18 Most Surprising Thing32:19 AI in the Data Center38:53 The Story of Entrepreneurship41:05 For Fun42:12 Leadership Style43:26 Prediction for Data CentersLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yuvalbacharWebsite: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecldc/,  https://www.ecldc.com/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. 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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Jun 28, 2023 • 42min

Part 2. "Anything that is easy to explain can't be novel" - Jaclyn Rice Nelson, CEO & Co-founder of Tribe AI

Send us a textPart 2.  "Anything that is easy to explain can't be novel" - Jaclyn Rice Nelson, CEO & Co-founder of Tribe AI, a network of the world’s top technologists that build advanced AI solutions, AND Coalition Operators, an early-stage venture fund and top women’s operator network.  00:28 Learn about Tribe AI07:46 Targeting enterprise clients10:21 Use cases13:40 Tribe AI's methodology 17:18 Coalition21:18 Finding companies to invest in26:05 Founder first29:06 A day in the life31:11 Leadership style39:48 For funLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jaclyn-rice-nelson-473b1a8Website: Tribe.AI, https://www.linkedin.com/company/coalitionoperators/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. 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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Jun 21, 2023 • 31min

AI Unveiled: Exploring the Future with Jaclyn Rice Nelson, CEO & Co-founder of Tribe AI (part 1)

Send us a text#MakingDataSimplePodcast welcomes Jaclyn Rice Nelson, CEO & Co-founder of Tribe AI, a network of the world’s top technologists that build advanced AI solutions, AND Coalition Operators, an early-stage venture fund and top women’s operator network.  This week is Part ! Where we simply discuss the state of AI.01:29 Meet Jaclyn Rice Nelson06:03 Being learning oriented 08:22 Alphabets growth equity arm 15:30 What AI now?  User interface?19:52 What to do with hallucinations?27:53 Business adoptionLinkedInWebsite: Tribe.AI, Coalition OperatorsWant 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. 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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Jun 14, 2023 • 36min

What will I say about technology when I'm 97? A "storycorp" style interview with my buddy's grandmother, 97 year old Nannie Ryals.

Send us a textListeners, I'm excited to share this episode with you.  I had the pleasure to interview my buddy's 97 year old grandmother.  It was fascinating to hear from her first hand, and it gives me perspective on how technology changes.  What will I be saying about technology when I'm 97? Will I say "hey kids, I remember the before times... before ChatGPT"I needed levity for a simpler time. Meet Maxine Ryals, Grandmother, Life Coach, Continuous Learner, at 97.  ….Talk to the people that matter before they're gone.  There is wisdom in age. 00:50 Meet Maxine Ryals05:00 Remembering the rebel years06:46 Romance10:46 The secret to longevity13:24 First job15:59 How the world has changed18:47 WW220:32 Changes for women21:57 Most amazing thing in the last 100 years24:50 #1 Invention26:22 Biggest influencer 27:02 Life's activities30:38 What does it take to be happy? 32:57 How long is a good life?33:47 The 100th birthday partyWant 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. 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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Jun 7, 2023 • 34min

ChatGPT drives vegan business - Sam Tucker CEO of VegCatalyst {replay}

Send us a textChatGPT and great businesses leveraging the capability...  Meet Sam Tucker the CEO of VegCatalyst. Vegan businesses and animal rights, Sam is living his values.03:12 Meet Sam Tucker08:35 Investor Pitch11:33 GTM & Use Case14:21 The Technology16:11 Secret Sauce 16:48 ChatGPT24:30 Competitors?25:36 VegCatalyst Current Status 27:05 Is ChatGPT all that?LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sam-tucker-veganWebsite: vegancreativecompass.com/, https://vegcatalyst.com/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. 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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May 31, 2023 • 44min

Chief Analytics Officer at Mode, Benn Stancil on Leadership, Analytics, and Gratitude {Replay}

Benn Stancil, Chief Analytics Officer + Founder @ Mode, talks about think tanks, the role of a Chief Analytics Officer, the need for new business intelligence tools, and baseball in this entertaining podcast.
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May 24, 2023 • 46min

AI-driven Coaching and Change Management with Dima Syrotkin, CEO of Pandatron {Replay}

Send us a textThis week on Making Data Simple, we have Dima Syrotkin, founder of Pandatron.  Dima Syrotkin is the CEO of Pandatron and a PhD researcher at Aalto University in Helsinki. With clients like SAP, Universal Pictures & Skanska, Pandatron is a startup that supports change management. They do it by scaling AI-driven coaching 1-on-1s to every manager, which also allows them to measure change.Show Notes1:49 – Dima’s history5:35 – Where does the coaching come in?16:39 – Have you ever had a case where there is no model or exercise?19:28 – Is there any follow up?20:58 – What’s your most profound use case?25:49 – Empathy 33:35 – What models are used?36:25 – How does bias work?37:29 – How do you measure progress?39:07 – Describe your business modelPandatronDima on MediumConnect with the TeamProducer Kate Brown - 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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