Catalog & Cocktails: The Honest, No-BS Data Podcast

Ontologies Aren’t New with Oscar Corcho Jan 22, 2026

Ontologies are suddenly everywhere but they didn’t come out of nowhere.

In this episode, Juan and Tim chat with Professor Oscar Corcho, who has been doing ontology engineering since the early 2000s (check out his book Ontological Engineering from 2003), to demystify what ontologies actually are, where they came from, and why that history still matters today.

If you’re new to ontologies or feeling lost in the current hype, this episode gives you the grounding you didn’t know you needed to understand where the field has been and where it should be going next.

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TAKEAWAY - Ontologies Aren’t New with Oscar Corcho Jan 21, 2026

This is the takeaway episode of our conversation with Professor Oscar Corcho, who has been doing ontology engineering since the early 2000s where we demystify what ontologies actually are, where they came from, and why that history still matters today.

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It's Friday! Juan and Tim rant about data and context graphs Jan 16, 2026

Juan and Tim rant about Context Graphs and categorizations of how companies work with data.

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2026 Trends in the data world with Tony Baer and Matt Housley Jan 15, 2026

Tim and Juan chat with Tony Baer and Matt Housley, hosts of the “It’s About Data” podcast about what are the trends they are seeing with the start of 2026. We talked about AI magical thinking, Agentic architectures, Graphs, careers and much more.

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TAKEAWAY - 2026 Trends in the data world with Tony Baer and Matt Housley Jan 14, 2026

This is the takeaway episode about the chat that Tim and Juan have with Tony Baer and Matt Housley, hosts of the “It’s About Data” podcast about what are the trends they are seeing with the start of 2026. We talked about AI magical thinking, Agentic architectures, Graphs, careers and much more.

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Season 11 Premiere: What happened in 2025 and where are we going in 2026 Jan 08, 2026

In the opening episode of 2026, Juan and Tim discuss what happened in the data world during 2025 and what they are looking forward to in 2026. We discuss semantics, ontologies, context, tool/vendor consolidation, data teams, platform convergence, governance, and of course... AI!

In the episode we mention the talk we gave at BigDataLDN "Why Data Teams Must Lead the Next AI Revolution" which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULfcjlXxyXg

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Building AI Agents with Lena Hall Dec 17, 2025

Tim and Juan chat with Lena Hall, the Senior Director of Developer Relations at Akamai, and an AI practitioner where we dive into what it means to build AI agents.

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TAKEAWAYS - Building AI Agents with Lena Hall Dec 17, 2025

This is the takeaway episode with Lena Hall, the Senior Director of Developer Relations at Akamai, and an AI practitioner where we dive into what it means to build AI agents. If you like what you heard, you should check out the full episode!

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How are we over complicating data products? with Arielle Rolland Dec 10, 2025

Tim and Juan chat with Arielle Rolland, a Data & AI Strategy Manager and Data Product Enthusiast and dive into how many teams are overcomplicating data products. We discuss what makes a good data product initiative and a good data product. Is a waterfall approach actually that bad? And how to balance between strategy and delivery. If you are scratching your head about data products and feel lost, this episode is for you!

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TAKEAWAYS - How are we over complicating data products? with Arielle Rolland Dec 09, 2025

This is the takeaway episode with Arielle Rolland, a Data & AI Strategy Manager and Data Product Enthusiast where we dive into how many teams are overcomplicating data products. We discuss what makes a good data product initiative and a good data product. Is a waterfall approach actually that bad? And how to balance between strategy and delivery. If you are scratching your head about data products and feel lost, this episode is for you! If you like what you heard, you should check out the full episode!

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AI isn’t magic, it’s math w/ Danielle Crop Dec 03, 2025

Tim and Juan chat with Danielle Crop is the EVP Digital Strategy & Alliances at WNS, former Chief Data Officer of Albertson and also the former Chief Data Officer of American Express about how data leaders and practitioners need to be thinking about AI and how to focus on what truly provides business value. We get into who will be building models, and how roles will be evolving in organizations. If you want to learn what is going through the mind of an executive data leader, this episode is for you!

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TAKEAWAYS - AI isn’t magic, it’s math w/ Danielle Crop Dec 03, 2025

This is the takeaway episode with Danielle Crop is the EVP Digital Strategy & Alliances at WNS, former Chief Data Officer of Albertson and also the former Chief Data Officer of American Express where we chat about how data leaders and practitioners need to be thinking about AI and how to focus on what truly provides business value, who will be building models, and how roles will be evolving in organizations. If you want to learn what is going through the mind of an executive data leader, this episode is for you. If you like what you heard, you should check out the full episode!

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When is Data and AI governance truly a business enabler? w/ Jessica Zuñiga Nov 26, 2025

Jessica Zuñiga is the Head of AI Readiness & Data Governance at BlueYeti and one of the most important voices in data governance in Mexico and Latin America. Tim and Juan discuss with Jessica about when data and AI governance truly becomes a business enabler and how to use frameworks like DAMA effectively.

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TAKEAWAYS - When is Data and AI governance truly a business enabler? w/ Jessica Zuñiga Nov 26, 2025

This is the takeaway episode with Jessica Zuñiga is the Head of AI Readiness & Data Governance at BlueYeti and one of the most important voices in data governance in Mexico and Latin America. Tim and Juan discuss with Jessica about when data and AI governance truly becomes a business enabler and how to use frameworks like DAMA effectively. If you like what you heard, you should check out the full episode!

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Netflix’s Unified Data Architecture: Model Once, Represent Everywhere with Alex Bertails Nov 19, 2025

A few months ago, Netflix engineering published a blog post titled “Model Once, Represent Everywhere: UDA (Unified Data Architecture)” which is an RDF knowledge graph connecting domain models to data through mappings, all grounded in-house metamodel. In this episode, Tim and Juan sit down with Alex Bertails to understand the motivations behind UDA, how it’s implemented and the value that Netflix is deriving from it. If you are interested in how to take metadata, knowledge graphs and RDF to the next level, this episode is for you!

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TAKEAWAYS - Netflix’s Unified Data Architecture: Model Once, Represent Everywhere with Alex Bertails Nov 19, 2025

Listen to the Tim and Juan's takeaways from our discussion with Alex Bertails about Netflix's Unified Data Architecture. If you like what you heard, listen to the full episode!

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Fall 2025 Data & Analytics trends with Sanjeev Mohan Nov 12, 2025

Tim and Juan chat with the honest no-bs analyst Sanjeev Mohan to discuss the latest trends in the data & analytics space. We go over the vendor unification, the focus on semantics and metadata, what trends have survived and much more.

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TAKEAWAYS - Fall 2025 Data & Analytics trends with Sanjeev Mohan Nov 11, 2025

Tim and Juan chat with the honest no-bs analyst Sanjeev Mohan to discuss the latest trends in the data & analytics space. We go over the vendor unification, the focus on semantics and metadata, what trends have survived and much more. If you like this short takeaway episode, you should listen to the full episode.

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Season 10 Premiere: Juan and Tim revisit 5+ years of Data Nov 05, 2025

After 5 years of doing the podcast, time to revisit the past. Juan and Tim look at where this all started, how we are making progress in data, and where is history repeating itself. Listen for some #HonestNoBS takes about the data world!

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Season 9 Finale with Tim Gasper and Juan Sequeda May 29, 2025

As Season 9 of Catalog & Cocktails comes to a close, Tim and Juan reflect on the conversations, breakthroughs, and trends that shaped the past episodes. From rethinking data governance to building trust in your data, this recap dives into the standout moments, key lessons, and recurring themes from our incredible guests. Tune in for an honest, no-BS discussion on what we’ve learned this season—and a sneak peek at what’s coming next!

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Gartner Data & Analytics Summit UK 2025 Takeaways with Rebecca O'Kill May 15, 2025

Join Juan and Tim as they welcome special guest Rebecca O’Kill (CDAO of AXIS Capital) fresh from their panel at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 in London. They'll have an Honest, No-BS discussion on making data catalog and governance work in the real world while sharing key themes and actionable insights from one of the year's most influential data conferences.

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TAKEAWAYS - Gartner Data & Analytics Summit UK 2025 Takeaways with Rebecca O'Kill May 15, 2025

Join Juan and Tim as they welcome special guest Rebecca O’Kill (CDAO of AXIS Capital) fresh from their panel at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 in London. They'll have an Honest, No-BS discussion on making data catalog and governance work in the real world while sharing key themes and actionable insights from one of the year's most influential data conferences.

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Tim & Juan are on the Road (Again!): Rants About Their Latest Observations in the Data World May 08, 2025

This week Tim and Juan are on the road. Instead of taking a break, they will be commenting and ranting about their latest observations in the data world: data products, semantics, AI, knowledge graphs, governance, and so much more.

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What is Data + AI Observability and Why It's Part of Your Competitive Moat with Barr Moses May 01, 2025

Barr Moses, CEO & Co-Founder of Monte Carlo, challenges the notion that models alone create competitive advantage, arguing instead that the real moat lies in how organizations manage their proprietary data and ensure end-to-end reliability. Tim and Juan chat with Barr to get the Honest, No-BS scoop of what AI observability is (hint, it’s really data + AI) and how organizations can build resilient AI applications.

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TAKEAWAYS - What is Data + AI Observability and Why It's Part of Your Competitive Moat with Barr Moses May 01, 2025

Barr Moses, CEO & Co-Founder of Monte Carlo, challenges the notion that models alone create competitive advantage, arguing instead that the real moat lies in how organizations manage their proprietary data and ensure end-to-end reliability. Tim and Juan chat with Barr to get the Honest, No-BS scoop of what AI observability is (hint, it’s really data + AI) and how organizations can build resilient AI applications.

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Tim & Juan Rant About AI and TED2025 Insights Apr 24, 2025

Fresh from the TED conference, Tim Gasper and Juan Sequeda share the most thought-provoking ideas that caught their attention: What are you most excited about in the world of AI? What are you concerned about? How do you find a balance?

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(Most) Data Teams Are a Waste of Resources with Blake Burch Apr 17, 2025

Data teams often emerge from executive FOMO – chasing AI trends or vague "data-driven" aspirations, but Blake Burch, AI & Data Leader, reveals most remain stuck in setup mode, creating dashboards nobody uses. Team members rarely understand how their work impacts business outcomes, leading to data graveyards instead of value, with success measured by vibes rather than revenue. Join us as Blake proposes embedding data experts within business units, developing "full-stack" practitioners, and designing initiatives that begin with clear business actions. Is it time to rethink your data team? Pour yourself a strong one – this conversation might sting.

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TAKEAWAYS - (Most) Data Teams Are a Waste of Resources with Blake Burch Apr 17, 2025

Data teams often emerge from executive FOMO – chasing AI trends or vague "data-driven" aspirations, but Blake Burch, AI & Data Leader, reveals most remain stuck in setup mode, creating dashboards nobody uses. Team members rarely understand how their work impacts business outcomes, leading to data graveyards instead of value, with success measured by vibes rather than revenue. Join us as Blake proposes embedding data experts within business units, developing "full-stack" practitioners, and designing initiatives that begin with clear business actions. Is it time to rethink your data team? Pour yourself a strong one – this conversation might sting.Data teams often emerge from executive FOMO – chasing AI trends or vague "data-driven" aspirations, but Blake Burch reveals most remain stuck in setup mode, creating dashboards nobody uses. Team members rarely understand how their work impacts business outcomes, leading to data graveyards instead of value, with success measured by vibes rather than revenue. Join us as Blake proposes embedding data experts within business units, developing "full-stack" practitioners, and designing initiatives that begin with clear business actions. Is it time to rethink your data team? Pour yourself a strong one – this conversation might sting.

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How to Get Out of AI Proof-of-Concept Purgatory with Hugo Bowne-Anderson Apr 10, 2025

Hugo Bowne-Anderson, Independent Data & AI Scientist, joins us to tackle why most AI applications fail to make it past the demo stage. We'll explore his concept of Evaluation-Driven Development (EDD) and how treating evaluation as a continuous process—not just a final step—can help teams escape "Proof-of-Concept Purgatory." How can we build AI applications that remain reliable and adaptable over time? What shifts are happening as boundaries between data, ML, and product development collapse? From practical testing approaches to monitoring strategies, this episode offers essential insights for anyone looking to create AI applications that deliver genuine business value beyond the initial excitement.

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TAKEAWAYS - How to Get Out of AI Proof-of-Concept Purgatory with Hugo Bowne-Anderson Apr 10, 2025

Hugo Bowne-Anderson, Independent Data & AI Scientist, joins us to tackle why most AI applications fail to make it past the demo stage. We'll explore his concept of Evaluation-Driven Development (EDD) and how treating evaluation as a continuous process—not just a final step—can help teams escape "Proof-of-Concept Purgatory." How can we build AI applications that remain reliable and adaptable over time? What shifts are happening as boundaries between data, ML, and product development collapse? From practical testing approaches to monitoring strategies, this episode offers essential insights for anyone looking to create AI applications that deliver genuine business value beyond the initial excitement.

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Digital Twins and AI with Hala Nelson Apr 03, 2025

Hala Nelson, Professor of Mathematics and Author of "Essential Math for AI", explores how digital twin technology and AI deployments are reshaping organizational systems while challenging conventional wisdom. We will also discuss establishing a new "standard of care" in human-centered engineering and examine how these technological shifts are transforming the workforce. Join us as we untangle real-world AI implementation strategies that prioritize both technological innovation and human experience.

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TAKEAWAYS - Digital Twins and AI with Hala Nelson Apr 02, 2025

Hala Nelson, Professor of Mathematics and Author of "Essential Math for AI", explores how digital twin technology and AI deployments are reshaping organizational systems while challenging conventional wisdom. We will also discuss establishing a new "standard of care" in human-centered engineering and examine how these technological shifts are transforming the workforce. Join us as we untangle real-world AI implementation strategies that prioritize both technological innovation and human experience.

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What Do Data Modeling, Data Vault and Knowledge Graphs Have in Common? with Patrick Cuba Mar 28, 2025

Patrick Cuba, Snowflake Architect, explores the fundamental connections between Data Modeling, Data Vault, and Knowledge Graphs—revealing how these approaches all center on the same core elements: business entities, their relationships, and their historical states. Patrick unpacks why, despite the AI revolution, human expertise remains irreplaceable for accountability and real business value. If you're wrestling with cognitive overload in the face of data explosion or wondering how different modeling disciplines can complement each other, this episode delivers the practical insights you need.

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TAKEAWAYS - What Do Data Modeling, Data Vault and Knowledge Graphs Have in Common? with Patrick Cuba Mar 28, 2025

Patrick Cuba, Snowflake Architect, explores the fundamental connections between Data Modeling, Data Vault, and Knowledge Graphs—revealing how these approaches all center on the same core elements: business entities, their relationships, and their historical states. Patrick unpacks why, despite the AI revolution, human expertise remains irreplaceable for accountability and real business value. If you're wrestling with cognitive overload in the face of data explosion or wondering how different modeling disciplines can complement each other, this episode delivers the practical insights you need.

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Data Contracts, Data Products, Data Mesh with Jean-Georges Perrin Mar 20, 2025

Tim and Juan meet in person with Jean-Georges Perrin for a longer-than-usual episode. Together, they unpack the real meaning behind data contracts, explaining how these agreements serve as the backbone for successful data products and the practical framework for data mesh implementation. If you want to cut through all the jargon and buzzwords and get to an Honest, No-BS discussion, this is the episode for you!

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TAKEAWAYS - Data Contracts, Data Products, Data Mesh with Jean-Georges Perrin Mar 20, 2025

Tim and Juan meet in person with Jean-Georges Perrin for a longer-than-usual episode. Together, they unpack the real meaning behind data contracts, explaining how these agreements serve as the backbone for successful data products and the practical framework for data mesh implementation. If you want to cut through all the jargon and buzzwords and get to an Honest, No-BS discussion, this is the episode for you!

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Building Trust in Your Data with Frances O'Rafferty Mar 13, 2025

Frances O'Rafferty, Senior Manager at Baringa, explore sthe critical gap between data-driven aspirations and decision-making reality. While many organizations claim to be "data-driven," leaders often revert to gut instinct when making crucial decisions. We'll examine how fragmented data experiences erode confidence and how a user-centric approach that brings together data, metadata, quality metrics, and lineage in one place can build the foundation of trust necessary for truly data-driven decision making. Frances shares practical insights on creating holistic data experiences that empower everyone across the organization to trust in their data and make confident, fact-based decisions.

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TAKEAWAYS - Building Trust in Your Data with Frances O'Rafferty Mar 13, 2025

Frances O'Rafferty, Senior Manager at Baringa, explore sthe critical gap between data-driven aspirations and decision-making reality. While many organizations claim to be "data-driven," leaders often revert to gut instinct when making crucial decisions. We'll examine how fragmented data experiences erode confidence and how a user-centric approach that brings together data, metadata, quality metrics, and lineage in one place can build the foundation of trust necessary for truly data-driven decision making. Frances shares practical insights on creating holistic data experiences that empower everyone across the organization to trust in their data and make confident, fact-based decisions.

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Gartner Data and Analytics 2025 Takeaways: Modern Governance That Works Mar 06, 2025

Join Juan and Tim as they welcome special guests Krystin Kim (VP of Data & Analytics at Post Holdings) and Mary Lou Pirrera (Senior Manager of Data Management and Governance at The Campbell's Company) fresh from their panel at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025. They'll have an Honest, No-BS discussion on making data catalog and governance work in the real world while sharing key themes and actionable insights from one of the year's most influential data conferences.

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Field Notes: Six Data Trends We're Seeing Everywhere with Tim Gasper & Juan Sequeda Feb 20, 2025

Fresh from their travels meeting data leaders across industries, Tim Gasper and Juan Sequeda share the six most compelling data trends they've encountered in the field. In this special episode, our hosts cut through the hype to reveal what's actually happening on the ground - from how companies are really using AI to surprising shifts in data governance. Join them for an insider's look at what's shaping enterprise data strategies right now, straight from their conversations with practitioners and executives.

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Rethinking Data Governance for a Distributed World with Winfried Etzel Feb 13, 2025

What if data governance could be as natural as safety culture at an energy company? Data Governance Enthusiast Winfried Etzel challenges traditional notions of governance for the AI age, proposing a fresh framework through three crucial lenses: Data Negotiator, Director, and Accountant. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion about moving beyond compliance to build a culture where every data professional becomes a governance champion.

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TAKEAWAYS - Rethinking Data Governance for a Distributed World with Winfried Etzel Feb 12, 2025

What if data governance could be as natural as safety culture at an energy company? Data Governance Enthusiast Winfried Etzel challenges traditional notions of governance for the AI age, proposing a fresh framework through three crucial lenses: Data Negotiator, Director, and Accountant. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion about moving beyond compliance to build a culture where every data professional becomes a governance champion.

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How Data Governance Becomes Your Secret Weapon with Alexander Torrenegra Feb 06, 2025

Alexander Torrenegra, CEO of Torre.ai, reveals how data governance can be transformed from a constraint into competitive advantage. From his early days revolutionizing voice actor casting to now building AI recruitment solutions, Torrenegra shares candid insights on why true AI value lies not in copilots but in full pilots, and why transparency might surpass privacy. Pour yourself a drink and join Juan and Tim for an honest, no-BS conversation about the intersection of AI, data governance, and the future of recruitment.

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TAKEAWAYS - How Data Governance Becomes Your Secret Weapon with Alexander Torrenegra Feb 05, 2025

Alexander Torrenegra, CEO of Torre.ai, reveals how data governance can be transformed from a constraint into competitive advantage. From his early days revolutionizing voice actor casting to now building AI recruitment solutions, Torrenegra shares candid insights on why true AI value lies not in copilots but in full pilots, and why transparency might surpass privacy. Pour yourself a drink and join Juan and Tim for an honest, no-BS conversation about the intersection of AI, data governance, and the future of recruitment.

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Want to Be Data and AI-Driven? Start with the Basics...a Glossary! with Olga Maydanchik Jan 30, 2025

If an enterprise wants to be data or AI-driven, they can't skip the basics. Tim and Juan chat with Data Management Practitioner Olga Maydanchik about these essential foundations, including creating an Enterprise Business Glossary, building Data Quality Management processes, and other fundamental tasks that underpin successful AI initiatives.

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TAKEAWAYS - Want to Be Data and AI-Driven? Start with the Basics...a Glossary! with Olga Maydanchik Jan 30, 2025

If an enterprise wants to be Data or AI-driven, they can't skip the basics. Tim and Juan chat with Data Management Practitioner Olga Maydanchik about these essential foundations, including creating an Enterprise Business Glossary, building Data Quality Management processes, and other fundamental tasks that underpin successful AI initiatives.

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Data Teams Are Strategic, Not Just Technical with Lindsay Murphy Jan 23, 2025

Too many companies get caught up in the latest tools and technical details of managing their data. But what if they're missing the bigger picture? Pull up a chair as Lindsay Murphy chats with Tim and Juan about what happens when data teams break out of the technical box and become key players in business success. Discover why data isn't just about building systems – it's about making better decisions and driving your business forward.

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TAKEAWAYS - Data Teams Are Strategic, Not Just Technical with Lindsay Murphy Jan 23, 2025

Too many companies get caught up in the latest tools and technical details of managing their data. But what if they're missing the bigger picture? Pull up a chair as Lindsay Murphy chats with Tim and Juan about what happens when data teams break out of the technical box and become key players in business success. Discover why data isn't just about building systems – it's about making better decisions and driving your business forward.

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Data, AI, & Business Literacy with Jordan Morrow Jan 16, 2025

Join Tim and Juan in the Season 9 premiere of Catalog & Cocktails as they welcome Jordan Morrow, renowned author of "Be Data Literate" and "Business 101 for the Data Professional." Discover how anyone can develop essential data, AI, and business literacy skills in today's rapidly evolving landscape. Jordan shares practical insights on staying focused and making meaningful progress in your data journey, drawing from his extensive experience helping professionals bridge the gap between technical expertise and business acumen.

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TAKEAWAYS - Data, AI, & Business Literacy with Jordan Morrow Jan 16, 2025

Join Tim and Juan in the Season 9 premiere of Catalog & Cocktails as they welcome Jordan Morrow, renowned author of "Be Data Literate" and "Business 101 for the Data Professional." Discover how anyone can develop essential data, AI, and business literacy skills in today's rapidly evolving landscape. Jordan shares practical insights on staying focused and making meaningful progress in your data journey, drawing from his extensive experience helping professionals bridge the gap between technical expertise and business acumen.

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Season 8 Finale with Tim Gasper and Juan Sequeda Dec 19, 2024

As Season 8 of Catalog & Cocktails comes to a close, Tim and Juan reflect on the conversations, breakthroughs, and trends that shaped the past episodes. From unraveling the complexities of data quality to exploring the future of AI, this recap dives into the standout moments, key lessons, and recurring themes from our incredible guests. Tune in for an honest, no-BS discussion on what we’ve learned this season—and a sneak peek at what’s coming next!

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Live from DGIQ + AIGov with Tim Gasper and Juan Sequeda Dec 12, 2024

Tim and Juan are live from DGIQ + AIGov with their Honest, No-BS takeaways on the latest topics. Is it the same old story, or is there something new to pay attention to? What’s actually working? What’s worth keeping an eye on? And what are the standout success stories? Tune in this week to find out!

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Demystifying Meta Grid with Ole Olesen-Bagneux Dec 05, 2024

What’s the next big concept in the data world? Meet the Meta Grid—a decentralized architecture inspired by microservices and data mesh, introduced by Ole Olesen-Bagneux, O’Reilly author of The Enterprise Data Catalog. Spoiler: the Meta Grid already exists within your organization, and it’s not a technology! In this episode, Ole joins us to unpack what the Meta Grid really is (and isn’t) and why it’s poised to transform the way we think about enterprise data.

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TAKEAWAYS - Demystifying Meta Grid with Ole Olesen-Bagneux Dec 05, 2024

What’s the next big concept in the data world? Meet the Meta Grid—a decentralized architecture inspired by microservices and data mesh, introduced by Ole Olesen-Bagneux, O’Reilly author of The Enterprise Data Catalog. Spoiler: the Meta Grid already exists within your organization, and it’s not a technology! In this episode, Ole joins us to unpack what the Meta Grid really is (and isn’t) and why it’s poised to transform the way we think about enterprise data.

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Stop Talking About Data Governance and Just Start Doing It! with Nicola Askham Nov 28, 2024

Why does data governance seem like all talk and no action? In this episode, Nicola Askham, The Data Governance Coach, joins us to break down the barriers to effective data governance. Learn why it’s essential for AI readiness, how to make the case for it in your organization, and practical steps to get started—even with just a spreadsheet. Tune in for honest, actionable advice on turning talk into tangible results.
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TAKEAWAYS - Stop Talking About Data Governance and Just Start Doing It! with Nicola Askham Nov 27, 2024

Why does data governance seem like all talk and no action? In this episode, Nicola Askham, The Data Governance Coach, joins us to break down the barriers to effective data governance. Learn why it’s essential for AI readiness, how to make the case for it in your organization, and practical steps to get started—even with just a spreadsheet. Tune in for honest, actionable advice on turning talk into tangible results.
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We Have Agency Over AI with Ethan Mollick Nov 21, 2024

Ethan Mollick, Associate Professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, dives into how we can shape the future of AI. Ethan explores why organizations need to rethink their approach to AI adoption, the importance of disciplined experimentation, and how imagination—not just technology—will unlock AI’s true potential. From understanding the psychology of LLMs to embracing R&D as an everyday practice, Ethan shares practical advice for making AI work for you, not the other way around.
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TAKEAWAYS - We Have Agency Over AI with Ethan Mollick Nov 20, 2024

Ethan Mollick, Associate Professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, dives into how we can shape the future of AI. Ethan explores why organizations need to rethink their approach to AI adoption, the importance of disciplined experimentation, and how imagination—not just technology—will unlock AI’s true potential. From understanding the psychology of LLMs to embracing R&D as an everyday practice, Ethan shares practical advice for making AI work for you, not the other way around.

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The Truth About Open Table Formats with Vinoth Chandar Nov 14, 2024

The data world is buzzing about open table formats and lakehouses, but what's the real story? Vinoth Chandar, founder & CEO of Onehouse, creator of Apache Hudi, unpacks the challenges of data siloes and vendor lock-in, and explains how open table formats are the key to unlocking true data flexibility and collaboration.

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TAKEAWAYS - The Truth About Open Table Formats with Vinoth Chandar Nov 14, 2024

The data world is buzzing about open table formats and lakehouses, but what's the real story? Vinoth Chandar, founder & CEO of Onehouse, creator of Apache Hudi, unpacks the challenges of data siloes and vendor lock-in, and explains how open table formats are the key to unlocking true data flexibility and collaboration.
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What is the Future of Data Catalogs? with Malcolm Hawker Oct 31, 2024

Malcolm Hawker, Chief Data Officer at Profisee and host of CDO Matters Podcast, recently sparked a heated discussion on LinkedIn about where data catalogs are heading. His view? Data catalogs today are being commoditized and we need to pivot from data management to knowledge management. Join Malcolm, Tim, and Juan as they break down this debate and explore what other data professionals had to say about this shift in thinking.
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Why we need to focus on Knowledge Management, NOW! with Andrea Gioia Oct 24, 2024

Andrea Gioia, CTO at Quantyca and Co-founder of Blindata, shares his insights on the real issues holding back data management. Spoiler: It's not the technology. Andrea discusses how the biggest challenges stem from people, collaboration, and the ways we handle knowledge. As AI continues to evolve, poor data management becomes an even bigger obstacle, making it clear that prioritizing knowledge management is more urgent than ever.

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TAKEAWAYS - Why we need to focus on Knowledge Management, NOW! with Andrea Gioia Oct 24, 2024

Andrea Gioia, CTO at Quantyca and Co-founder of Blindata, shares his insights on the real issues holding back data management. Spoiler: It's not the technology. Andrea discusses how the biggest challenges stem from people, collaboration, and the ways we handle knowledge. As AI continues to evolve, poor data management becomes an even bigger obstacle, making it clear that prioritizing knowledge management is more urgent than ever.

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Streamlining Data Value with Colleen Tartow, Ph.D. Oct 17, 2024

Can data alone solve your business problems? Colleen Tartow, Ph.D., Field CTO and Head of Strategy at VAST Data, doesn’t think so. In this episode, we explore why it’s crucial to focus on business questions and deliver reliable, high-quality data products. We’ll also break down how to avoid the tech hype and ensure your data strategy is aligned with real business needs. Join us for a candid discussion on data, AI maturity, and finding the true value behind your data initiatives.
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TAKEAWAYS - Streamlining Data Value with Colleen Tartow, Ph.D. Oct 17, 2024

Can data alone solve your business problems? Colleen Tartow, Ph.D., Field CTO and Head of Strategy at VAST Data, doesn’t think so. In this episode, we explore why it’s crucial to focus on business questions and deliver reliable, high-quality data products. We’ll also break down how to avoid the tech hype and ensure your data strategy is aligned with real business needs. Join us for a candid discussion on data, AI maturity, and finding the true value behind your data initiatives.

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The Power of Active Metadata with Mike Evans Oct 10, 2024

How can active metadata transform the way organizations manage and utilize data? In this episode, Mike Evans, Chief Innovation Officer at Amplifi, explores the often untapped potential of metadata to reveal insights from data usage patterns, optimize data ecosystems, and focus initiatives on what truly drives value.

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TAKEAWAYS - The Power of Active Metadata with Mike Evans Oct 10, 2024

How can active metadata transform the way organizations manage and utilize data? In this episode, Mike Evans, Chief Innovation Officer at Amplifi, explores the often untapped potential of metadata to reveal insights from data usage patterns, optimize data ecosystems, and focus initiatives on what truly drives value.
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Data Quality: The Key to GenAI Success with Kevin Hu Oct 03, 2024

What is the vital role of data quality in the world of GenAI? With data trust at an all-time high, Kevin Hu, CEO & Co-Founder of Metaplane, shares how businesses can prevent data mishaps and maintain the reliability needed for AI success. Is the hype around GenAI just a continuation of data trends from BI to ML, or does it demand a new approach? Find out in this week’s episode.
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TAKEAWAYS - Data Quality: The Key to GenAI Success with Kevin Hu Oct 03, 2024

What is the vital role of data quality in the world of GenAI? With data trust at an all-time high, Kevin Hu, CEO & Co-Founder of Metaplane, shares how businesses can prevent data mishaps and maintain the reliability needed for AI success. Is the hype around GenAI just a continuation of data trends from BI to ML, or does it demand a new approach? Find out in this week’s episode.

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Why Data & AI Needs to Embrace Interoperability with Dael Williamson Sep 26, 2024

Dael Williamson, EMEA CTO at Databricks, joins us to reveal how interoperability is the key to unlocking expertise, exchanges, and ecosystems. Tune in for an honest, no-BS conversation on navigating the complexities of data ecosystems—and how standardization, context, and interoperability can be leveraged to tackle organizational challenges.
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TAKEAWAYS - Why Data & AI Needs to Embrace Interoperability with Dael Williamson Sep 26, 2024

Dael Williamson, EMEA CTO at Databricks, joins us to reveal how interoperability is the key to unlocking expertise, exchanges, and ecosystems. Tune in for an honest, no-BS conversation on navigating the complexities of data ecosystems—and how standardization, context, and interoperability can be leveraged to tackle organizational challenges.
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Responsible AI with Mariam Halfhide Sep 19, 2024

Responsible AI, what is it and who is responsible when it comes to AI? Mariam Halfhide, Responsible AI Expert at Xebia and former C&C guest, is here to discuss the answers with Tim and Juan on this week's episode.
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TAKEAWAYS - Responsible AI with Mariam Halfhide Sep 18, 2024

Responsible AI, what is it and who is responsible when it comes to AI? Mariam Halfhide, Responsible AI Expert at Xebia and former C&C guest, is here to discuss the answers with Tim and Juan on this week's episode.

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The Five Laws of Data Enablement with Amalia Child Sep 12, 2024

Amalia Child, Data Manager and Librarian, joins us to explore how librarians have evolved in the digital age—trading shelves of books for data repositories. We’ll discuss her post “The Five Laws of Data Enablement: How the father of library science would make his data team indispensable” and why library science is essential in data organizations.

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Building Diversity in Data with Dawn Carter Sep 05, 2024

How can we create a more inclusive workplace and data infrastructure? Dawn Carter, Enterprise Data Architect at BAE Systems, joins us this week to explore the intersection of diversity, inclusion, and data management. Together, we'll discuss actionable strategies for integrating these principles into change management and driving meaningful transformation in the data world.

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Humanizing Data Strategy with Tiankai Feng Aug 29, 2024

What does it mean to humanize data strategy? Tiankai Feng, Data Strategy & Governance Lead at Thoughtworks Europe and author of Humanizing Data Strategy, stops by to discuss the often-overlooked human side of technology and why it's crucial for data strategy & governance. While many companies struggle to prioritize the people aspect in their tech initiatives, Tiankai has a solution with the 5 C's - Competency, Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, and Conscience.

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Who is doing the Data Product Management work? with Anna Bergevin Aug 22, 2024

Anna Bergevin, Sr. Product Manager at ResMed, brings her honest no-bs takes about data product management work and who should be doing it. We will discuss her path into data product management and how she is using AI to be productive and try new things!

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TAKEAWAYS - Who is doing the Data Product Management work? with Anna Bergevin Aug 22, 2024

Anna Bergevin, Sr. Product Manager at ResMed, brings her honest no-bs takes about data product management work and who should be doing it. We will discuss her path into data product management and how she is using AI to be productive and try new things!

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We need your Honest No-BS Feedback! What should we do next? Jun 04, 2024

Thanks to all Catalog & Cocktails #honestnobs data podcast listeners who have been following us for 4 years. Tim and Juan are going to take a break for a few weeks to brainstorm what’s next, and we would appreciate your honest no-bs feedback! We would love your input:

- What new topics should we cover?

- What topics should we dive into?

- Should we have a new format (e.g panel, debates)?

- Who would you like to see as a guest?

Reach out to us on LinkedIn or email juan@data.world to share your feedback!

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What is AI Ops with Brandon Gadoci May 23, 2024

AI Ops is a new and upcoming role focused on understanding and improving the business process by using AI. In this episode, Brandon Gadoci, VP of AI Ops at data.world shares his experience on how to get started and what are the opportunities for the business.

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TAKEAWAYS - What is AI Ops with Brandon Gadoci May 22, 2024

AI Ops is a new and upcoming role focused on understanding and improving the business process by using AI. In this episode, Brandon Gadoci, VP of AI Ops at data.world shares his experience on how to get started and what are the opportunities for the business.

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4 Years of our Honest No-BS Podcast, Live from Gartner D&A Summit in London May 17, 2024

We can’t believe it’s been 4 years since the start of Catalog & Cocktails! In this episode, Tim and Juan will reminisce on 4 years of the podcast, reflect on developments in the data world, and share takeaways from Gartner Data & Analytics Summit in London. We'll also close with tips for those looking to start their own podcast.

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Everything you wanted to know about Knowledge Graphs but were afraid to ask with Ora Lassila May 09, 2024

Knowledge Graphs are gaining more and more attention due to their role of structuring data and knowledge and providing accuracy for LLMs through GraphRAG. In this episode, we are joined by Ora Lassila, one of the “fathers” of RDF graphs and semantic web, which are the foundations for modern knowledge graphs, where we will dive into the questions you’ve always wanted to ask but haven’t.

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TAKEAWAYS - Everything you wanted to know about Knowledge Graphs but were afraid to ask with Ora Lassila May 09, 2024

Knowledge Graphs are gaining more and more attention due to their role of structuring data and knowledge and providing accuracy for LLMs through GraphRAG. In this episode, we are joined by Ora Lassila, one of the “fathers” of RDF graphs and semantic web, which are the foundations for modern knowledge graphs, where we will dive into the questions you’ve always wanted to ask but haven’t.

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Leadership transformation in this Data and AI world with Sol Rashidi May 07, 2024

CDO, CDAO, CAIO, CIO, CTO! Oh my, it's a cluster! Sol Rashidi joins Tim and Juan to help navigate this cluster, sharing honest no bs advice from her vast experience in the Data and AI world. If you are a leader, or a practioner aspiring to go to leadership, this is the must listen episode!

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TAKEAWAYS - Leadership transformation in this Data and AI world with Sol Rashidi May 07, 2024

CDO, CDAO, CAIO, CIO, CTO! Oh my, it's a cluster! Sol Rashidi joins Tim and Juan to help navigate this cluster, sharing honest no bs advice from her vast experience in the Data and AI world. If you are a leader, or a practioner aspiring to go to leadership, this is the must listen episode!

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Demystifying Vector Databases with Bob van Luijt Apr 25, 2024

When you think about Gen AI applications, one of the first things that comes to mind is Vector Databases as part of the stack. In this episode, Tim and Juan chat with Bob van Luijt, co-founder of Weaviate, to demystify Vector Databases.

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TAKEAWAYS - Demystifying Vector Databases with Bob van Luijt Apr 25, 2024

When you think about Gen AI applications, one of the first things that comes to mind is Vector Databases as part of the stack. In this episode, Tim and Juan chat with Bob van Luijt, co-founder of Weaviate, to demystify Vector Databases.

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Crawl, Walk, and Run on How to be AI Ready with Peter Kromhout and Mariam Halfhide Apr 18, 2024

Everyone wants to be doing AI and we know that data is at the center. So, how do we become AI Ready? Tim and Juan chat with Peter Kromhout and Mariam Halfhide from Xebia to discuss strategies and techniques to become AI Ready.

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TAKEAWAYS - Crawl, Walk, and Run on How to be AI Ready with Peter Kromhout and Mariam Halfhide Apr 17, 2024

Everyone wants to be doing AI and we know that data is at the center. So, how do we become AI Ready? Tim and Juan chat with Peter Kromhout and Mariam Halfhide from Xebia to discuss strategies and techniques to become AI Ready.

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Who’s buying Data Catalogs and Why? with Neil Burge Apr 11, 2024

Neil Burge has been researching who’s been buying data catalogs and why. His LinkedIn posts are a gold mine for data practitioners, leaders and vendors. In this episode, Tim and Juan chat with Neil to go over his research, learnings and recommendations for the data industry.

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TAKEAWAYS - Who’s buying Data Catalogs and Why? with Neil Burge Apr 10, 2024

Neil Burge has been researching who’s been buying data catalogs and why. His LinkedIn posts are a gold mine for data practitioners, leaders and vendors. In this episode, Tim and Juan chat with Neil to go over his research, learnings and recommendations for the data industry.

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Data Security and AI: How to get them on the same page with Jesse Sedler Apr 04, 2024

Data governance and security may be scary and hard, but with the right solutions in place, data teams can enable the right balance between security and usability to drive their businesses forward!

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TAKEAWAYS - Data Security and AI: How to get them on the same page with Jesse Sedler Apr 03, 2024

Data governance and security may be scary and hard, but with the right solutions in place, data teams can enable the right balance between security and usability to drive their businesses forward!

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Live from Data Council Austin: what’s your honest no-bs take of the data world? Mar 28, 2024

Tim and Juan will be attending Data Council Austin and will be live interviewing anyone who wants to be interviewed! One question: what’s your honest no-bs take of the data world?

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What data will say when you’re willing to listen with Scott Taylor Mar 21, 2024

Shhh...do you hear that? It's the Data Whisperer. And he's here to tell a story: A data story. He'll disclose some hard-won truths. He'll philosophically approach the idea of truth before meaning. There may even be...data puppets.

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TAKEAWAYS - What data will say when you’re willing to listen with Scott Taylor Mar 20, 2024

Shhh...do you hear that? It's the Data Whisperer. And he's here to tell a story: A data story. He'll disclose some hard-won truths. He'll philosophically approach the idea of truth before meaning. There may even be...data puppets.

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Gartner Data and Analytics 2024 Takeaways: Metadata is Everywhere with Cris Hadjez from Norwegian Cruise Lines Mar 14, 2024

What are we hearing at talks and in the hallways at Gartner Data and Analytics 2024? AI is not only the cool kid, Metadata is everywhere. Join us to learn about the latest takeaways from the conference.

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When business goals and data strategies align with Amy Raygada Mar 11, 2024

Amy works at the cross-section of arguably the most important thing to a business: aligning data strategy with corporate vision. How do you ACTUALLY use data to achieve business goals, and how do you know if you're going in the right direction? Amy stops by to discuss.

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Don’t lift and shift: Data governance to AI Governance with Karen Meppen Feb 26, 2024

You can’t lift and shift your traditional data governance practices to AI governance. AI's unique quirks bring unique governance requirements: understanding its limitations, ensuring fairness, protecting personal and intellectual property rights, and tailoring accuracy to specific use cases.

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