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Hosted by Al Martin, WW VP of Technical Sales at IBM, Making Data Simple cuts through the hype to reveal how data and AI reshape the modern enterprise.

Thought leaders, researchers, and innovators share firsthand lessons on leading teams, scaling analytics, and driving real-world impact—delivered in Al’s signature straightforward, witty style.

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Raffi Khatchadourian, Account Technical Leader at IBM, shares his expertise - from AI deployments to infrastructure and more. Raffi dives into the latest trends and insights in the field of artificial intelligence and data science. ... more

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The rapidly evolving world of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) with Manav Gupta, VP & CTO of IBM Canada!  We’re tackling the big questions – is an ‘AGI clock’ ticking? – alongside critical discussions on risk, regulation, and t... more

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This week on Making Data Simple, we welcome David Hirschfeld, Founder and CEO of Tekyz. With a background spanning major tech firms and startup trenches, David brings grounded, data... more

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Al Martin
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4.3 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • Really Does Make it Simple -- and Engaging

    Al is a pro who knows how to make his guests shine and to make technical topics accessible to everyone across the entire technical spectrum. He covers a wide range of topics and brings out practical insights you can use. I just had the pleasure of being interviewed by him and it was a blast.

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    5
    Rplotkin
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting Podcast

    If you want to jump into the world of Data and AI this an excellent podcast to listen to. The host Al Martin interviews the leaders of some of the most innovative Tech companies, jumps into the technology with them in a clear and engaging way. It is however, not just the tech that is discussed, it’s full of discussions on how to grow your career which are excellent.

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    5
    AmandaGri
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    This is an EXCELLENT podcast. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
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    ErmaTheLurker
    United States4 years ago
  • Worth the listen!!

    So glad I’ve found this podcast. Always looking forward to the next episode! Thanks Al!

    Apple Podcasts
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    bnryals170
    United States5 years ago
  • best podcast ever!

    such an informative and fun podcast- you won’t regret listening!

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    United States5 years ago

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The Rapidly Evolving World of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)
Q: What should parents be teaching the next generation regarding AI skills?
Core human skills like communication, critical thinking, problem decomposition, and analytical thinking remain essential; alongside them, being fluent in using AI tools and understanding how to harness them safely is key for future work.
The Rapidly Evolving World of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)
Q: What are the biggest safety risks or governance challenges you see?
Governance must chase innovation; without a global treaty, we rely on national policies like the EU AI Act, but guardrails and alignment remainTechnically arcane and continually in development, requiring ongoing, vigilant oversight.
Chief Operating Officer of IBM Infrastructure, Barry Baker, oversees the world’s most critical systems – including the iconic IBM Z.
Q: Why is IBM focusing on AI integration directly into the infrastructure, and how does that affect workloads like fraud detection in mainframes?
The emphasis is on architecture and running workloads where data resides; Spire allows on-platform AI inference with ultra-low latency, which is critical for high-volume transactions such as fraud detection in mainframes.
Chief Operating Officer of IBM Infrastructure, Barry Baker, oversees the world’s most critical systems – including the iconic IBM Z.
Q: Introduce yourself, tell us where you came from and how you ended up in your current role.
Barry Baker outlines a 26-year IBM career spanning software, product leadership, marketing, and increasingly broad leadership roles, culminating in COO responsibilities across five business units under the umbrella of infrastructure.
In case you missed it — The Way Elite CEOs Actually Think: Dave Martin on Mega Thinking, High-Stakes Decisions & What's Holding You Back
Q: What is the most important habit for mega thinking that listeners can apply immediately?
Apply structured thinking daily: define the topic, create ten or fewer Megasets, assemble the right inputs, conduct directed research, finalize the Megasets, communicate them clearly, and track progress for feedback and adjustment.

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A data- and AI-focused show that features senior technology leaders, researchers, and founders discussing real-world applications, strategic thinking, and governance for data-driven enterprises. Episodes cover topics such as enterprise AI deployment, AI governance and security, data tooling and infrastructure, synthetic data, and leadership frameworks, often with practical takeaways for scaling analytics, building ecosystems, and managing risk. Noteworthy traits include high-profile technologist guests from IBM and academia, plus a consistent emphasis on pragmatic, business-oriented insights over hype, delivered in a clear, accessible interview style that combines technical depth with leadership lessons.

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