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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.

Tune in to Making Data Simple today. From data and ... 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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Ever wonder how your bank transaction really gets processed without a hitch? Barry Baker, Chief Operating Officer of IBM Infrastructure, oversees the world’s most critical systems – including the iconic IBM Z. Barry has spent over 2... more

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Recent Guests

Barry Baker
Chief Operating Officer IBM Infrastructure and General Manager IBM Systems
IBM
Episode: Chief Operating Officer of IBM Infrastructure, Barry Baker, oversees the world’s most critical systems – including the iconic IBM Z.
Dave Martin
Seasoned Silicon Valley entrepreneur, CEO, investor
280 Capital Partners
Episode: In case you missed it — The Way Elite CEOs Actually Think: Dave Martin on Mega Thinking, High-Stakes Decisions & What's Holding You Back
Ruchir Puri
IBM Fellow, AI researcher discussing Agenetic AI, small models, and enterprise strategies
IBM
Episode: Still Essential: Ruchir Puri on AGI, Jensen Huang's Bold Prediction, and Why Reasoning Is the Missing Piece {Replay}
Kareem Yusuf
Senior Vice President of Ecosystem, Strategic Partners and Initiatives at IBM
IBM
Episode: The Partner X Factor: What IBM's SVP Kareem Yusuf Knows About Ecosystems That Most Leaders Miss
Craig McLuckie
Founder and CEO of Stacklok
Stacklok
Episode: Making Developers and AI Agents more productive with an Enterprise MCP. An in depth review with Craig McLuckie, Founder and CEO of Stacklok.
Adam Kamor
Co-founder and Head of Engineering, Tonic AI
Tonic AI
Episode: The Data You Never Collected: Adam Kamor Co-Founder & Head of Engineering, Tonic.ai, on Synthetic Data's AI Revolution
Joshua Scott
CISO MVP of Security for Hydrolix
Hydrolix
Episode: From Two Phones to Crystal Balls — A CISO's Unfiltered Take on AI and Security with Josh Scott, CISO and VP of Security at Hydrolix
Tom Griffiths
Henry R. Luce Professor of Information Technology, Consciousness, and Culture
Princeton University
Episode: The Hidden Laws Behind Every Decision You Make — with Princeton's Tom Griffiths and his new book, The Laws of Thought
Marco Rota
Vice President of Strategic Technology Alliances at Lumen Technologies, with a background in Hollywood and technology integration.
Lumen Technologies
Episode: From Hollywood to High-Tech: Marco Rota’s, VP Strategic Technology Alliances at Lumen Technologies, Blueprint for Cultural Transformation {Replay}

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Al Martin
Host of the show, WW VP of Technical Sales at IBM

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Disappointed

    Just a bunch of men talking about how smart they are and their experiences where of course they are always the smartest in the room. As a data practitioner myself I did not find anything useful, nothing that resonated with me or that made me think differently. Not good enough for many buzzwords the throw there.

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    sobad33
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • One of my faves!

    Such an interesting and dynamic show. Al is a great interviewer!

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    malloryck
    United States4 years ago
  • DATA ON DATA

    Who doesn’t love simple data

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    samlindy208
    United States4 years ago
  • 5 stars!

    No false advertising here - they make data simple!

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    IowaDavid
    United States4 years ago
  • very informative podcast

    they get into it and make data talk simple and entertaining

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    WileyThePodcaster
    United States4 years ago

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Overall, sentiment skew is positive with appreciation for how conversations surface practical data and AI insights.

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The Rapidly Evolving World of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)
Q: What should individuals study to prepare for an AI-driven future?
Core skills like communication, problem decomposition, critical thinking, and analytical thinking remain essential; adaptability and literacy in using and guiding AI will be crucial for future careers.
The Rapidly Evolving World of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)
Q: How do you define AGI, and what elements constitute its progress?
AGI is progress across cognitive abilities with minimal task-specific training; a five-level framework from emerging to ASI helps map current capabilities, with level one emerging AGI representing near-term reality and ongoing improvements toward higher levels.
The Rapidly Evolving World of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)
Q: Where do you think the real AI battlegrounds are right now?
The battleground is shifting from model novelty to practical, scalable deployment, with a focus on the stage of AGI versus ASI, and how to control and align rapidly advancing systems while managing economic and regulatory pressures.
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 a little bit about where you came from, how you ended up in the position you're in, and what training you had.
Barry describes a 26-year trajectory starting as a software engineer on IBM Z, moving into product management and leadership, a stint in marketing, and ultimately taking on a COO role overseeing multiple hardware and software units and driving infrastructure strategy.
Still Essential: Ruchir Puri on AGI, Jensen Huang's Bold Prediction, and Why Reasoning Is the Missing Piece {Replay}
Q: How far are we from AGI and what is your prediction on its timeline?
Progress on IQ is advancing, but true general intelligence involving EQ and RQ will take longer; the estimate sits around a few years for broad capabilities, with more rapid improvements in specific domains rather than a sudden breakthrough to AGI.

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