Best Thoughtspot Podcasts (2025)

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The Death of the Dashboard: Why ThoughtSpot's CEO Says 'AI is the New BI' 42:21

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Forget building dashboards! The CEO of ThoughtSpot reveals how conversational AI is killing traditional business intelligence and putting a personal, 24/7 data analyst on every employee's desktop. Are you ready to fire your dashboard and start talking to your data and can you trust the answer when you do? In this episode, we talk to Ketan Karkhanis…

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GenAI Best Practices: What Early Adopters Have Learned 45:14

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In this special episode, host Cindi Howson pulls together the most useful, and hard-won, lessons from a year of conversations with Data Chiefs leading the GenAI charge. With generative and agentic AI no longer a side experiment, this episode spotlights five practices early adopters can rely on to move from pilots to profit. Expect straight talk on …

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The Structured vs. Unstructured Debate in Business Software - Episode 20: The Effortless Podcast 1:22:29

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In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, Amit Prakash and Dheeraj Pandey dive deep into one of the most important shifts happening in AI today: the convergence of structured and unstructured data, interfaces, and systems. Together, they unpack how conversations—not CRM fields—hold the real ground truth; why schemas still matter in an AI-driven wo…

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The F1 Garage of Swimming: How Swimming Australia is leveraging AI for Olympic Success 35:52

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Discover how Swimming Australia is diving deep into data and AI to secure Olympic gold! Today we chat to Jess Coronas, Head of Performance Insights at Swimming Australia, and discuss the digital transformation journey of Swimming Australia. From the initial ideation and data driven insights to the development of the groundbreaking Training Insights…

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How Yum! Brands is Using Data & AI as a Recipe for Innovation with CDO Cameron Davies 40:16

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Learn how one of the world’s biggest restaurant companies is turning data and AI into a recipe for global innovation. Cameron Davies, Chief Data Officer at Yum! Brands, shares how he’s combining strategy, technology, and change management to drive gobal growth. He explains how Yum! is building AI literacy from the top down, reimagining operations w…

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Abhay Parasnis on Betting Big on AI and Building Typeface from Scratch - Episode 19: The Effortless Podcast 1:20:06

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In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, Amit Prakash sits down with Abhay Parasnis, Founder and CEO of Typeface, to explore how AI is reshaping marketing, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Abhay reflects on his incredible journey from building foundational internet technologies at IBM, leading Microsoft’s Azure transformation, driving Adobe’s sh…

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Alghanim Industries on Why the Middle East Is the New Frontier for Data-Driven Innovation 44:49

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Step inside a conversation on the art and architecture of AI transformation. Vedran Karamani, Group Data Analytics & Agentic AI – CDAIO at Alghanim Industries, shares how he’s embedding intelligence across one of the Middle East’s largest conglomerates. He breaks down what it takes to make AI approachable in the boardroom, why data literacy is now …

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When Navan Chose to Build, Not Buy: The AI Decision That Changed Everything 48:16

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In this episode of The Data Chief, Ilan Twig, co-founder and CTO of Navan, shares why large language models will revolutionize our relationship with technology—just like the mouse did for the keyboard. From pushing AI to its limits to launching Navan Cognition, built for zero critical hallucination, Ilan reveals what it really takes to lead through…

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Learning from the Industrial Revolution: How do we re-think user experiences in the age of AI? 32:12

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What does factory floorplan design during the Industrial Revolution have to do with re-imagining user experiences in the ages of AI? In today's episode, we chat to Dr. Haijun Xia, an assistant professor at UC San Diego and Director of the Foundation Interface Lab, discussing the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human-Computer Intera…

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AI-Powered Development: How GitHub is democratising software development and transforming productivity 36:36

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Join us for a conversation with Sharryn Napier, Vice President for APAC at GitHub, as she discusses leading the company's strategic direction and business growth across the region. Sharryn talks to GitHub's evolution from a code storage platform to the world's leading platform for building software with AI, now supporting over 150 million developer…

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Canva’s Moe Kiss on Why Creativity Is the Missing Ingredient in Data 40:17

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Join us for a masterclass in building data-driven marketing cultures. Moe Kiss, Director of Data Science in Marketing at Canva, shares how she bridges analytics and storytelling to make data approachable across teams. She breaks down the shift from attribution to experimentation, why storytelling is a must-have skill for every data professional, an…

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3 Must-Read Data and AI Books for 2025 with Geoff Woods, Wendy Batchelder, and Malcolm Hawker 1:21:27

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Welcome to a special author's episode of The Data Chief, where we delve into the minds of three influential authors who are shaping the conversation around data and AI. First, Geoff Woods, author of The AI-Driven Leader, shares his philosophy of prioritizing strategy over technology to make faster, smarter decisions. Next, Wendy Batchelder, author …

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From Human to Agentic: What it takes to be an AI-Native business 46:15

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In this episode, we talk with David Hyman, CEO and co-founder of Lendi Group, the company behind Australia's leading digital mortgage brand, Lendi, and the iconic Aussie franchise. David shares his journey from founding Lendi in 2013 with a vision for digital-first mortgages, to the acquisition of Aussie Home Loans, and the launch of the company's …

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Ken Rudin on Retention, Startups, and Building Growth Teams - Episode 18: The Effortless Podcast 1:25:14

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What drives real product growth—launching new features, or helping existing ones land? In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, Dheeraj Pandey and Amit Prakash sit down with Ken Rudin, former Head of Growth at Google, Facebook, Zynga, and ThoughtSpot, to unpack 15 years of lessons at the intersection of analytics and product. Ken shares the story…

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Why CDO of WEX Puts People Before Technology in the Age of AI 43:21

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Join us for a compelling conversation on leading through change with Karen Stroup, Chief Digital Officer at WEX. In this episode of The Data Chief, Karen shares her insights on navigating the complexities of AI adoption. She discusses why focusing on the customer problem is more important than simply applying new technology, how to build trust by a…

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AI's Palm Pilot Era: Why we're using a game-changing tech all wrong 48:25

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In this episode of the AI Australia podcast, hosts Kat and Emma speak with David Brudenell, Executive Director of Decidr, an Australian AI software company. David, a veteran of the tech and venture capital sectors, shares his journey into AI, beginning with a "human-in-the-loop" product he co-founded in 2012. The conversation covers the state of AI…

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The AI-First Shift: How Brands Can Win in the Age of Generative AI 35:36

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In a world where nearly half of Australians have adopted generative AI, traditional marketing is being reshaped. This episode features Celia Harding, an expert in Language Engine Optimisation (LEO), who explains why brands must adapt their strategies to be visible in AI-generated answers. We discuss the differences between LEO and SEO, how various …

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Unlocking the Autonomous Enterprise, with ThoughtSpot CEO 45:41

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The next generation of analytics is here. In this episode of The Data Chief, ThoughtSpot CEO Ketan Karkhanis explains why AI is the new BI, and the future of analytics is autonomous. Karkhanis shares his vision for the autonomous enterprise, where AI agents act on insights and automate workflows. He also explains why a culture of trust and experime…

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Will the AI Bubble Burst, or Last Longer Than We Think? - Episode 17: The Effortless Podcast 1:00:45

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Is AI truly delivering ROI, or are we just “burning tokens”? In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, Amit Prakash and Dheeraj Pandey unpack the MIT report that sparked debate on AI’s real impact and revisit the timeless dilemma of whether to build or buy. They frame the conversation through a pyramid of adoption—from global enterprises with engi…

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Don't build AI into broken processes: Unlocking business potential with Process Mining 35:20

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In this episode, we chat with Professor Wil van der Aalst, the "Godfather of Process Mining." He's the brains behind a multi-billion dollar industry that started 25 years ago in his quest to understand what organisations are actually doing, not just what they think they're doing. Wil dives into why he believes companies need to use process mining t…

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Building T-Shaped AI: The Founder's Dilemma of Horizontal vs. Vertical - Episode 16: The Effortless Podcast 1:12:13

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How do you build a successful AI company in today's landscape? Do you go broad and build a horizontal platform for everyone, or do you go deep and create a vertical solution for a niche market? In this episode, Dheeraj Pandey and Amit Prakash dive into one of the most critical strategic challenges facing founders today. They explore the paradox of …

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From Building at Pinterest and Airbnb to Revolutionizing AI at Kumo.AI 32:53

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Hear how data is rewriting the rules—and driving the future of innovation. Dr. Vanja breaks down his approach to enterprise AI, and the key strategies for success. He shares what it means to be a “data-forward organization” and why data must sit at the heart of how a company operates. Discover why integration speed is the new competitive edge Key M…

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The Human Touch: Navigating AI in Finance and Beyond 25:02

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In this episode, May Lam, Chief Information Officer at Australian Payments Plus, shares her incredible journey from a software engineer tackling Y2K bugs to a leading voice in payments and AI. Drawing on her extensive experience across banking, FinTech, and the public sector, May unpacks the transformative power of AI in the financial industry. She…

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Why "Garbage In, Disaster Out" is AI's New Reality: Ecolab CDO 40:26

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Join us for expert insights on driving data-led change. Anand Iyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Data Officer at Ecolab, breaks down his approach to AI-powered innovation. He shares how to ensure AI initiatives directly impact the bottom line, why an engineering approach is key for prioritizing AI use cases, and that "garbage in, disaster out" i…

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Why Leaders Need to Master Responsible AI: Insights from Pioneer Noelle Russell 57:32

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Prepare for game-changing AI insights! Join Noelle Russell, CEO of the AI Leadership Institute and author of Scaling Responsible AI: From Enthusiasm to Execution. Noelle, an AI pioneer, shares her journey from the early Alexa team with Jeff Bezos, where her unique perspective shaped successful mindfulness apps. We'll explore her "I Love AI" communi…

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How Lloyds Banking Uses Data Escape Rooms to Build a Data Culture 49:38

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Tune in for a masterclass in data leadership. Josh Cunningham, Group Head of Data and AI Culture at Lloyds Banking Group, unveils how this distinguished institution is boldly innovating with cutting-edge AI. Josh provides a riveting look into his unique role, which is dedicated to accelerating talent, building capabilities, and articulating data an…

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How a CDAO goes from baseball to insurance with Don Vu - New York Life 39:40

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Step inside the world of data innovation as Don Vu, SVP and Chief Data and Analytics Officer at New York Life, reveals how a 180-year-old institution is embracing cutting-edge AI. Don, shares insights from his unique background, spanning Major League Baseball and retail startups, now applied to transforming the insurance industry. Hear how New York…

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Special: Live from the Databricks Data and AI Summit 2025 from San Francisco 37:56

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Highlights from Databricks Data and AI Summit 2025 In this special episode of the AI Australia podcast, Kathryn Collier and Emma Bromet report live from the Databricks Data and AI Summit 2025 in San Francisco. The summit which attracts 22,000 attendees to the city and 65,000 in total making it one of the largest Data and AI conferences globally. Th…

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How the Met Police Uses AI to Prevent Crime and Protect Communities 45:04

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Step into the future of policing where data is a mission-critical asset. Cindi Howson talks with Aimee Smith, Director of Data at the Metropolitan Police, about the Met’s bold data transformation—from digitizing records dating back to 1829 to using AI and cloud tech for smarter, faster decisions. Hear how initiatives like the V100 program and real-…

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How AI is Reshaping Customer Expectations & Driving Business Value with Sandy Iyer 28:54

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How AI is Reshaping Customer Expectations & Driving Business Value with Sandy Iyer (General Manager, Data Science at Sportsbet) Join your hosts Emma Bromet and Kathryn Collier as they chat with Sandy Iyer, a leading data and analytics executive, currently General Manager of Data Science at Sportsbet. With a career spanning energy retail, financial …

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Why Hyatt is Investing in AI and Self-Service to Transform the Future of Hospitality 41:00

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Embark on an insightful exploration of the hospitality sector, powered by data-driven analysis. Cindi Howson and Hyatt's data trailblazer, Ray Boyle (Vice President, Data and Analytics), are charting a course through Hyatt's data innovation. Witness how Hyatt's four-pillar data strategy is revolutionizing everything from employee empowerment to gue…

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Debdeep Jena on What It Really Takes to Build a Quantum Computer - Episode 15: The Effortless Podcast 2:24:21

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In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, host Amit Prakash sits down with Professor Debdeep Jena, a leading expert in semiconductors, superconductors, and quantum devices at Cornell University. They explore the fascinating world of quantum computing, from its early 20th-century origins to its transformative potential in modern technology. Profess…

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How Macquarie Bank Uses AI and Data to Enhance Customer Experience 41:12

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Prepare to see banking in a new light! Cindi Howson and Macquarie Bank's data trailblazer, Ashwin Sinha (Chief Data Officer), go deep into the AI revolution transforming financial services. Discover how one of Australia's most dynamic financial institutions, Macquarie Bank, is wielding the disruptive force of generative AI, not just for efficiency,…

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MCP Is Less Software Engineering And More Social Engineering Ft. Harpinder Singh- Episode 14: The Effortless Podcast 1:19:03

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Episode 14 | The Effortless Podcast In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, hosts Dheeraj Pandey and Amit Prakash sit down with Harpinder "Happy" Singh, AI/ML Engineer at DevRev, to explore the future of AI and machine learning in business automation. Happy, who joined DevRev in 2021, shares his journey from computer science to AI, discussing ho…

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How SeaWorld Uses Data to Create Unforgettable Guest and Marine Life Experiences 45:20

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Ever wondered how data powers the magic behind your favorite theme park experiences? Join Cindi Howson and Gavin Hupp, VP of Technology, Enterprise Architecture, Data and Martech, E-commerce and Analytics at United Parks and Resorts, as they explore the complex data ecosystem of a theme park, from e-commerce and guest experience to AI's role in sha…

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Sonika Johri Explains Quantum Computing, AI, and the Next Tech Revolution- Episode 13: The Effortless Podcast 1:48:49

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Episode 13 | The Effortless Podcast In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, hosts Dheeraj Pandey and Amit Prakash sit down with Dr. Sonika Johri, Founder and CEO of Coherent Computing, to dive deep into the revolutionary world of quantum computing. Dr. Johri, a physicist with a PhD in condensed matter physics from Princeton University, takes us …

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How SharkNinja Drives Business Value: The Power of Data for All 41:21

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How does SharkNinja use data to fuel its rapid growth and product innovation? Join Cindi Howson and Elpida Ormanidou, VP of Analytics and Insights at SharkNinja, as they dissect SharkNinja's data-driven culture, Elpida's journey in the data space across CPG and retail, and her insights on AI in the workplace. Key Moments: Data-Driven Culture (03:36…

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Data-Driven Personalization: Sephora's Winning Strategy 38:57

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How is Sephora using data to create personalized experiences that customers love? Join Cindi Howson and Manbir Paul, VP of Engineering, Data Insights & MarTech at Sephora, as they explore the role of data and AI in understanding customer needs, predicting preferences, and delivering impactful moments. Key Moments: Micro-Moments that Matter (3:30): …

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Bipul Sinha on Why Entrepreneurs Must Be Comfortable Being Misunderstood - Episode 12: The Effortless Podcast 1:05:56

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In this episode of The Effortless Podcast, host Dheeraj Pandey sits down with Bipul Sinha, co-founder and CEO of Rubrik, to explore the power of relentless innovation, first-principles thinking, and continuous reinvention. Bipul shares his journey from Oracle to venture capital, his transition from investor to entrepreneur, and the bold thinking be…

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Bridging the Gender Gap in Data & AI with Databricks & Women in Data UK 54:17

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Join host Cindi Howson as she dives into the critical topic of diversity and inclusion in the data and AI space with Roisin McCarthy, founder of Women in Data UK, and Robin Sutara, Field CDO at Databricks. They discuss the challenges of recruiting and retaining diverse talent, the importance of male allies, and the role of AI in creating a more inc…

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Teaching AI to Think: Reasoning, Mistakes & Learning with Alex Dimakis - Episode 11: The Effortless Podcast 1:21:34

10M ago1:21:34

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In this episode, Amit and Dheeraj dive deep into the world of AI reasoning models with Alex, an AI researcher involved in OpenThinker and OpenThoughts. They explore two recent groundbreaking papers—SkyT1 and S1 (Simple Test Time Scaling)—that showcase new insights into how large language models (LLMs) develop reasoning capabilities. From structured…

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Why a Federated Data Team is Crucial for Business Value, with Dow 51:14

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Join host Cindi Howson alongside Chris Bruman, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Dow, and Dan Futter, Chief Commercial Officer at Dow, as they explore how data-driven innovation is reshaping business and customer experiences. From the hub-and-spoke model for data management to the power of real-time insights, they discuss the role of data literac…

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Data Trends Shaping AI’s Future with NVIDIA’s Agentic AI CTO 49:43

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Your host, Cindi Howson, and CTO of NVIDIA AI agentic software, Bartley Richardson, discuss the transformative potential of generative and agentic AI in business, focusing on customer service, HR, and workplace innovation. They explore real-world use cases, the challenges of managing diverse data sources, and the tools and technologies shaping the …

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Dissecting DeepSeek: Understanding Reasoning, Hardware, and Decentralized AI - Episode 10 Part 2: The Effortless Podcast 1:21:03

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This is the second part of episode 10 of Effortless Podcast, hosts Dheeraj Pandey and Amit Prakash sit down with Alex Dimakis, a renowned AI researcher and professor, to discuss one of the biggest breakthroughs in open AI models—DeepSeek R1. They explore how DeepSeek’s innovations in reasoning, reinforcement learning, and efficiency optimizations a…

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Alex Dimakis on Post-Training AI: To deep seek or not, that’s the $1 trillion question! - Episode 10 Part 1: The Effortless Podcast 1:09:48

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In this episode of the Effortless Podcast, hosts Dheeraj Pandey and Amit Prakash sit down with Alex Dimakis, a renowned AI researcher and professor at UC Berkeley. With a background in deep learning, graphical models, and foundational AI frameworks, Alex provides unparalleled insights into the evolving landscape of AI. The discussion delves into th…

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Data and AI Predictions for 2025 with Matt Turck, Steve Nouri, and Joe Reis 1:22:09

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In this season premiere of The Data Chief podcast, your host Cindi Howson sits down with three industry visionaries to explore the trends, predictions, and must-take actions for data leaders in 2025. Get ready for a deep dive into: The generative AI revolution with Matt Turck, Partner at FirstMark Capital The future of data science and genAI with S…

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Rajat Monga on TensorFlow, Startups, and the Future of AI - Episode 09: The Effortless Podcast 1:28:06

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In this special guest episode of the Effortless Podcast, Amit Prakash sits down with Rajat Monga, the creator of TensorFlow and current Corporate Vice President of Engineering at Microsoft. With a career spanning Google Brain, founding Inference, and leading AI inferencing at Microsoft, Rajat offers a unique perspective on the evolution of AI. The …

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Five Best Practices to Succeed with Data and GenAI: Lessons from Leaders 31:15

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Key Moments: Focusing on Value with Bill Schmarzo 1:48 Unlocking the Collective Genius with Walid Mehanna 4:07 Building a Data-Literate Workforce with Valerie Logan 5:58 Creating a Human-Centric AI Strategy with Sadie St. Lawrence 7:40 Selecting the Right Tools with Katie Russell 11:23 Implementing tools responsibly with Robert Garnett 16:00 Why Cl…

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AI Agents, Workflows, and the Future of Enterprise Innovation - Episode 08: The Effortless Podcast 1:27:18

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In this episode, Amit and Dheeraj dive deep into the transformative world of AI agents and enterprise workflows. They explore the concept of “AgentOS”—a platform enabling modular agents, each equipped with specific skills to tackle distinct challenges within workflows. Drawing parallels between AI advancements and real-world enterprise needs, Amit …

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How to Master the Future of Work and AI Upskilling, with Marni Baker Stein at Coursera 35:43

1y ago35:43

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Description: Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera, joins host, Cindi Howson, and dives into the impact of Generative AI on skills, diversity in tech, and the future of upskilling. Key Moments: The impact GenAI and the surge of learning demand (05:45) Why employers must prioritize AI literacy (10.32) The gender gap in AI learning and…