
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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 368 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessEntrepreneurshipTechnology | |||

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This week, we’re rewinding one of our most talked-about episodes! Richmond Alake, Developer Advocate at MongoDB, joins us to explore how databases power the future of AI. From RAG best practices to the truth behind AGI hype, Richmond ... more
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Peter Wang — Chief AI & Innovation Officer and Co-founder of Anaconda — is back on Making Data Simple! Known for shaping the open-source ecosystem and making Pytho... more
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This week on Making Data Simple, join Ajay Kulkarni, CEO and co-founder of TigerData, as we dive into the rapidly evolving world of data. Ajay shares his front-row perspective on the challenges and opportunities of building and scalin... more
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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.
Such an interesting and dynamic show. Al is a great interviewer!
Who doesn’t love simple data
No false advertising here - they make data simple!
they get into it and make data talk simple and entertaining
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Content focuses on the intersection of data, technology, and leadership, featuring insights from industry experts and innovators. Topics often include data management, AI applications, personal and professional growth strategies, and marketing expertise, presented through interviews and discussions that aim to simplify complex concepts. The engaging format, combined with the host's straightforward and witty style, offers not only informative content but also actionable insights useful for a business audience.
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