Best OP Dave Al Podcasts (2025)

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Part 2: Automation Remix: Observability, IBM Concert & the Next Wave of IT Ops 20:26

4d ago20:26

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Send us a text 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 Automation Development) to push past the hype and map out the road ahead. 🎬 Episode Highlights 00:12 Observability – why seein…

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Ep 38 The Mothman Prophecies 1:19:32

5d ago1:19:32

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Automation Unleashed: IBM’s Sarah McAndrew, VP & Vikram Murali, VP Chart the Future 26:27

11d ago26:27

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Send us a text 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 (VP App Mod & IT Automation, Development) to decode the now and next of enterprise automation. 🔑 What’s inside …

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Ep 37 The Amityville Horror '79 1:12:54

12d ago1:12:54

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S8E10 - Fully Vested 24:32

14d ago24:32

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Dave and Mike are back to wrap up the Monte McNair era and check in on the remaining ex-Kings in the playoffs. Visit the homepage: https://joiedevivek.neocities.org/Email the show at: [email protected] JDV episode art NFTs: https://objkt.com/collection/KT1Ax4tbMp3CQshZi4TuvFRHLHxa1Sot53MJBy Joie de Vivek

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Unlock Mega Thinking: The CEO Mindset for Smarter, Faster Leadership Decisions with Dave Martin—CEO, tech entrepreneur, investor coach to elite CEOs 40:17

18d ago40:17

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Send us a text 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 Better Leadership Decisions. From Silicon Valley to boardrooms worldwide, Dave breaks down how top leaders think d…

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Ep 36 Winchester 1:16:50

19d ago1:16:50

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Ep 35 The Town That Dreaded Sundown 1:16:28

25d ago1:16:28

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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 38:09

25d ago38:09

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Send us a text 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 Noseworthy, TechXchange Content & Experiences. We explore the ethos of TechXchange, how it's curated for technologists of…

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🧠 Dr. Ruchir Puri on the Next Frontier: Open Models, Smarter AI, and Human-Level Reasoning (Part 2) 27:14

1M ago27:14

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Send us a text 👤 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 to watsonx, he’s been shaping the AI landscape for decades — and he’s not slowing down. Inside This Episode …

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Ep 34 Tremors 1:17:42

1M ago1:17:42

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A Masterclass on AI with Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist IBM: From Prompt Engineering to Agentic AI (Part 1) 29:40

1M ago29:40

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Send us a text 🎙️ Ruchir Puri (Part 1): From Prompt Engineering to Agentic AI Guest: Ruchir Puri, Chief Scientist at IBM Research 📍 Website: ibm.com/watsonx 🎧 Host: Al Martin, Worldwide VP, Technical Sales, IBM 📨 Want to be a guest? Email us at [email protected] 👤 About the Guest Dr. Ruchir Puri is IBM Fellow, Chief Scientist of IBM Resea…

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Ep 33 All You Need is Death 1:03:28

1M ago1:03:28

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Ep 32 The Dark and the Wicked 1:00:06

1M ago1:00:06

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🧐 Beyond the Buzz: AI, Ethics & the Future of Organizational Intelligence with Phanish Puranam (Part 2) 21:32

2M ago21:32

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Send us a text Part 2 of 2 We’re back with Part 2 of our fascinating conversation with Phanish Puranam, Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at INSEAD. In this episode, we explore the next frontier: how intelligent algorithms don’t just support organizations—they shape them. From AI ethics and algorithmic bureaucracy to the future of hum…

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S8E9 - Dire (wolf) straits 18:44

2M ago18:44

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As an up-and-down Kings regular season ends with another play-in appearance, Mike turns his attention to the Kings of Stockton, and Dave finds solace in a contemporary dance performance inspired by the resilience of wolves and wolf-dogs.Visit the homepage: https://joiedevivek.neocities.org/Email the show at: [email protected] JDV episode…

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🧠 Designing Smarter Organizations: AI, Algorithms & the Future of Work with Phanish Puranam, Professor of Strategy and Organizational Design at INSEAD 32:02

2M ago32:02

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Send us a text Part 1 of 2 How 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 INSEAD, to explore the intersection of AI, organizational science, and intelligent design. From tools and teammates to blockchain and the …

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🎙️ Marketing to the Human Brain: Scarcity, Psychology & Taylor Swift Tickets with Dr. Mindy Weinstein {Replay} 28:31

2M ago28:31

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Send us a text ✨ Updated April 1, 2025 What 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 back to one of our most insightful interviews — a conversation with Dr. Mindy Weinstein, Founder and CEO of Marke…

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Ep 31 Caveat 1:09:34

2M ago1:09:34

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S8E8 - Blow it up 20:12

2M ago20:12

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While another Kings season appears to be slipping off the rails, Mike becomes a Kangz accelerationist, and Dave throws his hat in the ring to save the front office. Visit the homepage: https://joiedevivek.neocities.org/Email the show at: [email protected] JDV episode art NFTs: https://objkt.com/collection/KT1Ax4tbMp3CQshZi4TuvFRHLHxa1Sot…

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Ep 30 Longlegs 1:05:42

2M ago1:05:42

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🤖 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 50:04

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Send us a text 🎙️ 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 episode of the Baseline Podcast. It’s a casual convo with some serious zingers—think startup energy, AI honesty, automation truths…

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Ep 29 The Yorkie Warewolf 55:07

2M ago55:07

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🎙️ The GRIN Factor: Ryan Debenham on Scaling Influencer Marketing with AI 40:44

2M ago40:44

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Send us a text 🚀 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 in the space, and how GRIN is reshaping brand-influencer partnerships. 💡 From Red Bull’s marketing playbook to a key conversation about the “S…

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Wall Street, AI, and Data Science: The Future of Financial Innovation with Kristen McGarry IBM Technical Sales Leader {Replay} 42:16

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Send us a text 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 for IBM’s Financial Services Market, returns to Making Data Simple to dive deeper into the intersection of technology …

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Ep 28 Street Trash '87 58:56

3M ago58:56

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S8E7 - Si(OP) Green 19:42

3M ago19:42

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As the Kings embark on the final 20 games of the regular season, Mike learns about the worst draft pick in sports history, and Dave receives confirmation that his message to Monte was received in Brooklyn.Visit the homepage: https://joiedevivek.neocities.org/Email the show at: [email protected] JDV episode art NFTs: https://objkt.com/col…

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🚀 The Coaching Discussion Reprise with Katie McLuckie and a special guest! The Value of a Business Coach 34:16

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Send us a text 🚀 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 out for. If you're considering a business coach, this one's for you! 🎧 Episode Breakdown: ⏱️ 01:33 – Meet Katie McLuc…

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🎙️ Mastering Data Literacy with Matt Cowell, CEO of QuantHub, now with InRule {Replay} 🎧 46:10

3M ago46:10

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Send us a text 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 on defining data fluency, the best ways to learn, and how organizations can close the data skill gap. From client use case…

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Ep 27 The Menu 1:23:14

3M ago1:23:14

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Ruchir Puri, IBM Fellow: AI questions you were afraid to ask, from hallucinations to watsonx. #makingdatasimple #watsonx {Replay} 57:01

3M ago57:01

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Send us a text 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 #watsonx Welcome to the enlightening world of AI with Ruchir Puri, the Master of Artificial Intellig…

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Ep 26 Nosferatu (2024) 1:01:46

3M ago1:01:46

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Ep 25 Santa's Slay 1:05:28

3M ago1:05:28

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Accelerating Transformation: Fiber, Edge, and Quantum with Marco Rota, VP Strategic Technology Alliances, Lumen Technologies 25:08

4M ago25:08

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Send us a text 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 breakthroughs—all propelled by powerful industry partnerships—Marco sheds light on how Lumen is enabling cutting-…

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