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AI Proving Ground Podcast: Exploring Artificial Intelligence & Enterprise AI with World Wide Technology

World Wide Technology: Artificial Intelligence Experts
Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI
World Wide Technology
Cybersecurity
AI Adoption
Nvidia
Cloud Computing
Data Governance
AI Factory
Cisco
Governance
Productivity
Risk Management
AI Security
Enterprise AI
Data Centers
Machine Learning
AI Transformation
AI Agents
Executive Leadership

AI deployment and adoption is complex — this podcast makes it actionable. Join top experts, IT leaders and innovators as we explore AI’s toughest challenges, uncover real-world case studies, and reveal practical insights that drive AI ROI. From strategy to execution, we break down what works (and what doesn’t) in enterprise AI. New episodes every week.

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In July, OpenAI disclosed that models undergoing a cybersecurity evaluation escaped their testing environment, exploited a zero-day vulnerability and ultimately reached Hugging Face’s production infrastructure.

The incident raised a difficult questi... more

AI is forcing enterprises to reconsider what their data infrastructure was built to do. Everpure GM Enterprise Maciej Kranz and WWT Principal Solutions Architect Bob Watson discuss why storing data is no longer enough—and what it takes to make inform... more

AI agents are getting remarkably good at deciding what to do. The harder question is whether they should be allowed to do it.

For the last year, Model Context Protocol (MCP) has been viewed as a way to connect AI models to tools. As enterprises move... more

Buying GPUs is easy. Building an AI system that keeps them busy is something else entirely.

Recorded live at Cisco Live, this conversation with Cisco's Will Eatherton and WWT's Eric Fairfield explores what happens after the hardware arrives. Network... more

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Matt Pappas
Chief Data Officer at Kiewit
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Mark Wall
Managing Director of Automation
World Wide Technology
Episode: Everybody Wants AI. Who's Paying for It?
Dave Barry
Senior Solutions Architect and Data Scientist
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Zius Caravalla
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Joe Berger
Representative from World Wide Technology
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Brian Ortbalz
Representative from World Wide Technology
World Wide Technology
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Laura Keener
Representative from World Wide Technology
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Stephanie Donahue
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Craig McQueen
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Brian Felt
Host of AI Proving Ground Podcast; long-running host focusing on enterprise AI readiness, governance, and practical implementation.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • A field guide for getting AI approved inside regulated enterprise

    I’ve logged a lot of hours with this podcast in my ears. One of few AI shows that actually matches what happens once inside real enterprise. Explains gap between AI works vs approved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esurio17
    United States4 months ago
  • Informative and Capturing

    If you’re looking for a podcast that blends deep AI insight with real-world practicality all served up in a surprisingly engaging way, AI Proving Ground by WWT is a gem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STLMama27
    United States10 months ago
  • Practical, Insightful, and Engaging

    The perfect balance of technical depth and business strategy. Highly recommended for anyone working with or exploring AI.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Audio Ally
    United States10 months ago
  • Real Deal

    If you’re looking for a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to make AI for for your business, you found the right podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SOS-83
    United States10 months ago
  • Go to podcast for AI Insights

    I listen to the AI Proving Ground podcast regularly, and it’s been an incredible resource for building my AI knowledge and skills. The episodes make complex topics like machine learning, automation, and data strategy easy to understand and apply in real IT environments. As someone focused on scaling AI adoption and improving efficiency, I’ve taken away practical insights I can use right away. It’s my go-to podcast for staying sharp and ahead of the curve in AI.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMK_72
    United States10 months ago

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Everybody Wants AI. Who's Paying for It?
Q: What is the practical starting point for organizations looking to implement this data-driven lifecycle?
Begin with a data rationalization effort: combine CMDB, financials, depreciation, and telemetry into a data cube, then use it to prioritize upgrades, manage change windows, and drive automation that reduces waste and accelerates AI readiness.
Everybody Wants AI. Who's Paying for It?
Q: How should a leader articulate the ROI and the risk when talking to the board?
Map each asset and application to its business function and revenue impact, quantify outages and cyber risk, and demonstrate how a data-driven lifecycle reduces exposure while freeing up budget for AI investments.
Everybody Wants AI. Who's Paying for It?
Q: So, just to start off, what's standing in the way of all this in terms of enterprise AI execution?
The main barriers are cost optimization pressure, tech debt, and whether the traditional operations can keep pace with AI. Leaders need to fund AI while managing existing systems, and close data silos to enable a data-driven approach to asset lifecycle.
Your AI Agent Doesn't Sleep. Are You Ready for That? NVIDIA Answers.
Q: Or maybe let's just start with, what is NemoClaw and what do we need to understand about it in today's AI landscape?
NemoClaw is a blueprint—the enterprise wrapper around OpenClaw and OpenShell—that provides a secure runtime and an integrated stack to deploy autonomous agents safely. It includes governance, security via least-privilege policies, and observability, enabling a controlled progression from testing to production.
Boards Can't Stay at 30,000 Feet Anymore
Q: How should boards balance innovation with risk when integrating AI into their organizations?
Boards should establish a Steering Committee across all business areas, implement minimum viable company definitions, ensure robust risk reporting (including error and risk debt), and empower a technology risk officer with authority to halt initiatives if necessary, all while maintaining open communication and trust with management.

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