Making Data Simple
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 AI breakthroughs to leadership hacks, top experts drop actionable gems that help businesses thrive in a data-driven world. #MakingDataSimple #AI #Leadership
Episodes
350 episodes
🎯 Strategic Sales, AI Smarts & Pixar Roots: Ralph Gootee CTO of TigerEye Tells All
This week on Making Data Simple, we welcome Ralph Gootee, CTO and co-founder of TigerEye, a company reshaping strategic sales intelligence with a data-driven edge. Ralph’s journey spans Pixar, Sony, and PlanGrid — and now...
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Season 9
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Episode 24
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48:46
In case you missed it....The Future of Risk, Powered by AI with Kathy Stares, EVP of North America at Provenir
🎧 REPLAY ALERT: The Future of Risk, Powered by AI In case you missed it the first time — we’re bringing back this incredible conversation with Kathy Stares, EVP of North America at Provenir.Kathy dives into how P...
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Season 9
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Episode 23
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35:29
Part 2: Automation Remix: Observability, IBM Concert & the Next Wave of IT Ops
We’re back for Part 2 of our Automation deep-dive—and the hits just keep coming! Host Al Martin reunites with IBM automation aces Sarah McAndrew (WW Automation Technical Sales) and Vikram Murali (App Mod & IT Aut...
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Season 9
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Episode 22
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20:26
Automation Unleashed: IBM’s Sarah McAndrew, VP & Vikram Murali, VP Chart the Future
Buckle up—automation is shifting into high gear! In Part 1 of our Automation mini-series, host Al Martin VP WW Technical Sales sits down with IBM insiders Sarah McAndrew (VP WW Automation, Technical Sales) and Vikram Murali...
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Season 9
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Episode 21
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26:27
Unlock Mega Thinking: The CEO Mindset for Smarter, Faster Leadership Decisions with Dave Martin—CEO, tech entrepreneur, investor coach to elite CEOs
In this powerhouse episode of Making Data Simple, we welcome Dave Martin—CEO, tech entrepreneur, investor coach to elite CEOs, and bestselling author of Mega Thinking: A Simple, Powerful Process to Think Smarter and Make Bet...
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Season 9
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Episode 20
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40:17
Inside IBM’s TechXchange: The AI-Fueled Conference Techies Can’t Afford to Miss, with Amy Tennison, VP of IBM TechXchange and Client Advocacy and Graeme Noseworthy, TechXchange Content & Experiences
What makes IBM TechXchange different — and why is it a must-attend for techies? In this episode, we’re joined by two powerhouses behind the scenes: Amy Tennison, VP of IBM TechXchange & Client Advocacy, and Graeme Nosewor...
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Season 9
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Episode 19
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38:09
🧠 Dr. Ruchir Puri on the Next Frontier: Open Models, Smarter AI, and Human-Level Reasoning (Part 2)
👤 About the Guest Dr. Ruchir Puri is IBM Fellow and Chief Scientist at IBM Research. He’s a master inventor with 70+ patents and decades of leadership in scalable AI, chip innovation, and open-source contributions. From Watson...
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Season 9
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Episode 18
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27:14
A Masterclass on AI with Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist IBM: From Prompt Engineering to Agentic AI (Part 1)
🎙️ Ruchir Puri (Part 1): From Prompt Engineering to Agentic AI Guest: Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist at IBM Research 📍 Website:
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Season 9
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Episode 17
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29:40
🧐 Beyond the Buzz: AI, Ethics & the Future of Organizational Intelligence with Phanish Puranam (Part 2)
Part 2 of 2We’re back with Part 2 of our fascinating conversation with Phanish Puranam, Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at INSEAD....
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Season 9
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Episode 16
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21:32
🧠 Designing Smarter Organizations: AI, Algorithms & the Future of Work with Phanish Puranam, Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at INSEAD
Part 1 of 2How do we make organizations not just run — but run intelligently?In this episode of Making Data Simple, we welcome Phanish Puranam, Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at
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Season 9
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Episode 15
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32:02
🎙️ Marketing to the Human Brain: Scarcity, Psychology & Taylor Swift Tickets with Dr. Mindy Weinstein {Replay}
✨ Updated April 1, 2025What do Tickle Me Elmo, bourbon, and Taylor Swift tickets have in common? Scarcity. And in the world of marketing, it's one of the most powerful forces you can harness.This week, we’re throwing it bac...
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Season 9
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Episode 14
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28:31
🤖 This week, I'm the guest! Flipping the Script: Al Martin, VP WW Technical Sales IBM Talks Tech, Trust & Transformation, this time as a guest, with Ian Smith
🎙️ From Host to Hot Seat! This week on Making Data Simple, Al Martin flips the mic and becomes the guest as Ian Smith, co-founder of Lighthouse Technology, steps in to host a fast-paced, thought-provoking episo...
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Season 9
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Episode 13
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50:04
🎙️ The GRIN Factor: Ryan Debenham on Scaling Influencer Marketing with AI
🚀 What’s the secret to building a world-class influencer marketing program? Ryan Debenham, CEO of GRIN, joins Making Data Simple to break down the future of creator-driven marketing, AI’s role i...
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Season 9
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Episode 12
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40:44
Wall Street, AI, and Data Science: The Future of Financial Innovation with Kristen McGarry IBM Technical Sales Leader {Replay}
Innovating on Wall Street: Kristen McGarry on Data, AI, and Technical Sales🎧 Tune in for an insider’s look at the technical strategies shaping the future of finance.Kristen McGarry, Principal Account Technical Lead f...
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Season 9
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Episode 11
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42:16
🚀 The Coaching Discussion Reprise with Katie McLuckie and a special guest! The Value of a Business Coach
🚀 The Coaching Discussion Reprise with Katie McLuckie and a special guest!In this episode, we dive into the value of coaching—what it takes to find the right coach, the ups and downs of the journey, and what to watch...
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Season 9
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Episode 10
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34:16
🎙️ Mastering Data Literacy with Matt Cowell, CEO of QuantHub, now with InRule {Replay} 🎧
In this special replay episode of Making Data Simple, Al Martin sits down with Matt Cowell, CEO of QuantHub, to dive deep into data literacy, upskilling, and solving learning challenges. Matt shares his expertise o...
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Season 9
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Episode 9
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46:10
Ruchir Puri, IBM Fellow: AI questions you were afraid to ask, from hallucinations to watsonx. #makingdatasimple #watsonx {Replay}
The master of Artificial Intelligence: Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist of IBM Research, an IBM Fellow, and Vice-President of IBM Corporate Technology. AI questions you were afraid to ask, from hallucinations to watsonx. #makingdatasimple #wa...
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Season 8
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Episode 31
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57:01
Accelerating Transformation: Fiber, Edge, and Quantum with Marco Rota, VP Strategic Technology Alliances, Lumen Technologies
In this Part 2 of our conversation with Marco Rota, VP of Strategic Technology Alliances at Lumen Technologies, we dive headfirst into the technical side of Lumen’s mission. From fiber-optics and edge computing to quantum b...
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25:08
From Hollywood to High-Tech: Marco Rota’s, VP Strategic Technology Alliances at Lumen Technologies, Blueprint for Cultural Transformation
Welcome back to Making Data Simple, where we explore how data-driven strategies ignite innovation and transform businesses. In this exciting episode, we sit down with Marco Rota, VP of Strategic Technology Alliances at Lumen Te...
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Season 9
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Episode 5
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32:14
It's Big Sports Season! MoneyBall is Back - How Data & AI Are Changing the Game with Nancy Hensley {Replay}
Money Ball is back! Nancy Hensley, Chief Marketing Officer for Stats Perform, gives us the latest on data analytics in sports. If you like sports don't listen unless you have time to be entertained.Show Notes04:09 What does M...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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33:44
Business Leadership for (Technical) Leaders Made Simple: Coaching, Mission, and Mapping Your 2025 Plan with Kate Mayne, Director of Partner Technical Sales, IBM
Let's talk business leadership coaching with Kate Mayne, Director of Partner andDigital Technical Sales, IBM. For Kate coaching is a practice. Mission and values.How to map out your 2025 plan.02:13 Meet Kate Mayne...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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54:02
AI Gold Rush: Unpacking Innovation with Patent Attorney Robert Plotkin
The AI Patent Attorney, Robert Plotkin is back! Founding partner of Blueshift IP and author of AI Armor and The Genie in the Machine. Robert outlines the new gold rush and how to take advantage of it.02:59 Meet Robert Pl...
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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52:55
All Things AI: Exploring Large Language Models with Manav Gupta, VP & CTO of IBM Canada
The podcast welcomes Manav Gupta, VP and CTO of IBM Canada. As a frequent collaborator on client visits, we discuss various aspects of large language models. So all things AI models. 02:04 Jumping Right into AI!02:59 M...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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49:15
From Kansas to Silicon Valley: Jon Darbyshire, CEO's, Journey with SmartSuite {replay}
This week, we’re talking to Jon Darbyshire, CEO of SmartSuite, who’s making waves in work management from Kansas to Newport Beach. Learn how he's reshaping business operations with an all-in-one platform that’s turning process management on its...
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Season 8
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Episode 52
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53:32
Beyond ChatGPT: Peter Voss Founder and CEO of Aigo.ai Explains the Future of AI and Hyper-Personalized Systems {replay}
"Ready to dive deep into the future of intelligent systems? Meet Peter Voss, Founder and CEO of Aigo.ai, who coined the term 'Artificial General Intelligence' and is pioneering hyper-personalized chatbots WITH a brain. Join us as we explore his...
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