Best Lorena Andrews Podcasts (2025)

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When Words Fade: Christine's Story of Love, Loss, and Adaptation 59:23

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In this heartfelt episode of Dementia Discussions, I sit down with Christine, a member of my Alzheimer's Los Angeles caregiver support group and a wife navigating the difficult journey of her husband Steve's early-onset dementia. Christine and I talk about their 46-year marriage, how his brilliant legal career slowly unraveled, and the emotional to…

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AI Readiness Uncovered: Key Insights from the AI Benchmark Report 31:16

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In this episode of Data Forward, host Amy Kyleen Lute talks with Mahesh Kumar, CMO at Acceldata, about the findings of the new AI Readiness Benchmark Report - based on responses from 150+ data leaders at large enterprises. Mahesh shares why AI readiness is critical, how organizations can measure their preparedness, and the risks when data foundatio…

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THX 1138 37:28

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Building Trusted, AI-Ready Data with Fusable 34:44

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In this episode of Data Forward, Ramon Chen, CPO of Acceldata talks with Matthew Cox, CDO at Fusable, about turning data into a true enterprise asset. They cover how Fusable unifies siloed data, ensures trust and quality with observability and lineage, and prepares for the next wave of AI innovation. Key Takeaways -Unify Data to Unlock Insights – H…

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Dementia, Caregiving & Exit Strategies: A Conversation with Madeline Jaye 53:03

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This week on Dementia Discussions, I sit down with someone very close to my heart—my childhood best friend, Madeline Jaye. We reconnected after many years, and I was deeply moved to learn that she’s been navigating her own journey as a caregiver to her mother, Bonnie, who now lives with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Madeline doesn’t just…

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A Son’s Devotion — Steve Lavapies on Navigating Caregiving, Decline, and Connection 50:14

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I’m honored to welcome Steve Lavapies, a devoted son and a thoughtful member of one of our UCLA caregiver support groups. Steve shares the deeply personal journey of caring for his mother, a brilliant and resilient woman who immigrated to the U.S., became a physician, and faced a long and complex decline due to physical illness and dementia. In thi…

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AI + Data Observability: Building Trust in the Agentic Age with Will Pong from Fiddler 33:57

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68. 'Gojira' Live at Ciné 8-7-25 41:47

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AMA with the World’s Foremost Data Platform Expert Chandrakant Sharma 57:31

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In this special episode of Data Forward, Vivek Singh sits down with Chandrakant “Chandra” Sharma — Acceldata’s Global Field CTO and VP of Field Engineering — for a candid, practical conversation on how the world’s largest enterprises are modernizing their data platforms. Chandra shares proven, real-world strategies for: Simplifying complex, fragmen…

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Caring Through Chaos: Lorena Llamas' Journey as a Daughter and Caregiver 56:31

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Welcome back to Dementia Discussions. In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my dental hygienist, Lorena Llamas, who opens up about a deeply personal journey—caring for her beloved father, recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. What started as small, everyday memory lapses soon led Lorena down a path of advocacy, navigating doctors, family dynami…

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67. 'Harakiri' Live at the Plaza Theatre 7-24-25 40:41

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Navigating Dementia with Compassion and Clarity: A Candid Talk with Dr. Miriam Winthrop 53:54

4M ago53:54

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Welcome back to Dementia Discussions! I’m so grateful to be back with you after a bit of a hiatus, and today’s episode is a truly meaningful one. I sit down with Dr. Miriam Winthrop, an adult and geriatric psychiatrist whose compassionate approach and wealth of knowledge make her a true gem in the dementia care world. We open up about the recent Ca…

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The Future of Data with Dan Power VP Data Governance at Raymond James 39:31

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In this episode, Ramon Chen sits down with industry veteran Dan Power to explore the evolution of data governance, quality, and management in the age of AI. From foundational lessons at Dun & Bradstreet to regulatory pressures in financial services, Dan shares what it takes to build trusted, scalable data practices—and where AI fits into the pictur…

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Get Data-Ready for Agentic AI with Supratibh Srivastava from AWS 26:09

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What does it actually take to prepare your enterprise data for the next wave of Agentic AI? In this special episode recorded live at Autonomous 25, Acceldata’s product marketing leader, Sonam Jain talks with Supratibh Srivastava, Principal Sales for ML Startups at AWS, about how companies are building a strong foundation for GenAI and agentic syste…

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66. 'Withnail and I' Live at the Plaza Theatre 5-22-25 (Q&A w/ Murray Close) 34:49

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65. 'The Warriors' Live at the Plaza Theatre 3-27-25 33:21

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Inside The Cloud Wars: Future of Tech, Data, and AI with Bob Evans Co-Founder of Cloud and AI Wars 24:07

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In this episode of Data Forward, Acceldata CPO Ramon Chen chats with Bob Evans, founder of Cloud Wars, about how cloud giants are shifting from product-focused strategies to customer-led innovation. They explore the evolving role of data, AI, and cross-cloud partnerships—and what it means for the future of enterprise tech.…

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Accenture’s Vision for Data Management in the AI Era with Managing Director Adnan Khan 45:30

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In this episode of Data Forward, Ashwin Rajeev (CTO & Co-Founder, Acceldata) talks with Adnan Khan, Managing Director of Data & AI Services (EMEA) at Accenture, about modernizing enterprise data in the age of AI. Adnan shares insights from 20+ years at Accenture—exploring how regulated industries, legacy systems, and organizational culture shape in…

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Proactive Data Quality, AI Readiness & Trust: A CDO’s Guide to Enterprise Data Transformation With Tarik El Mansouri 23:22

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In this episode of Data Forward, Chief Product Officer Raman Chen sits down with Tarik El Mansouri, a seasoned Chief Data Officer and digital transformation leader, to explore what it takes to build trustworthy, AI-ready data foundations in today’s enterprise. From coining the term "Proactive Data Quality" to championing Master Data Management and …

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Building Data Fabrics & Data Products with Kaycee Lai of Promethium 35:50

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In this episode, Kaycee Lai, Founder of Promethium, joins host Ramon to discuss building data fabrics and products. They explore challenges in creating Instant Data Fabrics, with examples from National Grid, Quest Diagnostics, and Comcast. The conversation covers the synergy between Data Observability and data fabrics, plus best practices for start…

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Reimagining Data Management In The AI Era With Prakul Sharma From Deloitte Consulting 28:26

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In this episode of Data Forward, Rohit and Prakul Sharma, a partner at Deloitte leading the data and AI practice, discuss the evolving role of AI in data management and governance. The conversation explores how AI is reshaping data strategies, from enhancing data governance to enabling more seamless integrations and automations. Prakul also shares …

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63. 'Cleo from 5 to 7' Live at the Plaza Theatre 1-23-25 24:04

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Engineering The Future: AI, Cloud, and Data Productivity With Acceldata Founders 30:59

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In this episode of Data Forward, Acceldata’s co-founders, Rohit Choudhary (CEO), Ashwin Rajeev (CTO), and Raghu Mitra (VP of Engineering), discuss how AI and cloud transformation have reshaped engineering. They highlight how these shifts boost productivity, streamline software development, and evolve the role of engineers in driving success. 3 Key …

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64. 'High and Low' Live at the Tara Theatre 2-4-25 10:58

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Modernizing Operational Data Quality With Gabriel Charvat VP Of Data Quality Insights 28:41

9M ago28:41

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In this episode Gabriel Charvat, VP Data Quality Insights explores how Dun & Bradstreet, the ultimate data products company, is modernizing operational data quality. He provides tips on best practices and how they have leveraged innovative technologies like Data Observability to replace legacy tools.Taking data quality to the next level by shifting…

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Get Your Data AI-Ready With Merv Adrian From BARC & IT Market Strategy 29:23

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Merv Adrian, former Gartner analyst, BARC Fellow and CEO of IT Market Strategy joins Data Forward to discuss how organizations can prepare their data for AI innovation. Drawing on insights from a comprehensive survey of 335 AI leaders, Merv shares what distinguishes "High Readiness" companies, the critical role of data observability in ensuring tru…

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62. 'Dear Kelly' with Andrew Callaghan 28:35

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Data Management Architectures with Ashwin Rajeeva, Co-founder & CTO Acceldata 22:36

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This episode dives into the future of data management, exploring next-gen architectures, cloud-native vs hybrid strategies, the role of data observability, and AI integration. We discuss how enterprises can effectively manage unstructured data, prepare for evolving architectures, and navigate the challenges of modern data systems.…

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Data Management Done Right with Malcom Hawker from Profisee - Data Forward Podcast 30:59

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In this Data Forward episode, we dive into the visionary insights of Malcolm Hawker, Chief Data Officer at Profisee and host of the popular CDO Matters podcast. Malcolm shares his transformative ideas on data management, including a fresh take on building customer-centric data organizations, stressing the importance of bold structural changes and t…

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Alzheimer’s Caregiving: A Journey of Love, Patience, and Resilience 51:22

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Welcome to the first episode of season three of Dementia Discussions! In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Charlene, a dedicated caregiver navigating the emotional and practical challenges of supporting her sister-in-law with Alzheimer’s. Charlene brings a unique perspective as a sister-in-law and sibling, sharing deeply personal stories abou…

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61. Interview with filmmaker Evelyn Lorena 1:14:48

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60. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (1-1-25) 1:14:12

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59. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-25-24) 1:07:54

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The Future of Data with Ray Wang from Constellation Research - Data Forward Podcast 16:50

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Industry luminary Ray Wang joins Data Forward to discuss how the breathtaking evolution in technology and innovation is impacting data management and AI.By Acceldata

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58. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-18-24) 1:25:22

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57. 'Rolling Thunder' Live at the Plaza Theatre 11-20-24 34:56

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Navigating Love and Loss: A Caregiver's Tale of Resilience with Andrew Bloomenthal 45:25

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In this poignant episode, I sit down with Andrew Bloomenthal, a writer and caregiver, to delve into his heartfelt story about navigating his father’s journey with Parkinson’s-related dementia. Andrew’s article in Boston Magazine struck a chord with readers, and today he joins us to share the deeply personal moments that shaped his caregiving experi…

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56. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-10-24) 1:06:09

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Rohit Choudhary on Transforming Data Challenges into Opportunities 20:13

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Join the Data Forward podcast for a deep dive into the world of enterprise data and AI. Hosted by Amy Kyleen, Chief of Staff at Excel Data, and featuring CEO Rohit Choudhary, this episode unpacks the latest trends in data management, including AI readiness, cloud transformation, and the evolving role of Chief Data Officers. Learn why structured dat…

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55. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (12-3-24) 1:18:11

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54. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (11-25-24) 1:07:29

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53. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (11-18-24) 1:02:29

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Until There’s a Cure, There’s Community: Wine, Women, and Dementia 52:29

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In this heartfelt episode of Dementia Discussions, I’m joined by the incredible Kitty Norton, a former assistant editor turned caregiver, blogger, and filmmaker. Kitty shares her inspiring journey from her mother’s dementia diagnosis to becoming her primary caregiver, a role that profoundly changed her life. We explore her transition into advocacy …

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52. Crash Zoom with Sammie Purcell and Aaron Strand (11-13-24) 1:16:30

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51. 'The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly' Live at the Plaza Theatre 9-25-24 35:41

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Navigating Changes with Lewy Body Dementia 53:42

1y ago53:42

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sherri, a devoted caregiver whose husband Ray has been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia. Sherri shares her journey, from noticing the first subtle changes in Ray's behavior to the emotional and practical challenges they face today. We delve into how Ray's fearless personality and active lifestyl…

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Rebuilding Relationships Through Dementia 54:15

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In this heartfelt episode of Dementia Discussions, I'm joined by Robin Degtjarewsky, a listener who reached out to share her inspiring story about caring for her mother, who lives with dementia. Robin opens up about her journey from dealing with her mother's hoarding issues to managing her care from a distance and navigating the challenges that com…

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50. Is there hope in indie film? 46:09

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49. 'Five Easy Pieces' Live at the Plaza Theatre 6-30-24 42:07

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Love and Resilience while Caregiving for Multiple System Atrophy and Dementia 46:43

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In this episode, I sat down with Melanie, a member of my dementia with Lewy body support group at the UCLA Mary S. Easton Center. Melanie bravely shares her journey as the sole caregiver for her husband, Monty, who's facing a multitude of health challenges, including multiple system atrophy (MSA), diabetes, and dementia. Through our candid conversa…