Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Emmanuel Letouzé, PhD, Director and Co-Founder of Data-Pop Alliance. Emmanuel comes from an extensive academic background, specializing in subjects such as data science, political science, economics and demography. He speaks about key takeaways he's had from his research, applying the knowledge to new projects and issues, including the recent pandemic of COVID-19.&nbsp;Connect with Emmanuel<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-letouz%C3%A9-phd-84792a2/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://datapopalliance.org/bio/emmanuel-letouze/">Datapopalliance.org</a><a href="https://twitter.com/manuletouze?lang=en">Twitter</a><a href="https://matrix.berkeley.edu/media/art-emmanuel-letouz%C3%A9">Art</a><a href="https://twitter.com/manucartoons?lang=en">Manu Cartoons Twitter</a>Show Notes03:37 - Get some answers to your questions on social distancing in this <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/16/smarter-living/coronavirus-social-distancing.html">NYTimes article</a> here.16:19 - Learn more on demography <a href="https://www.demogr.mpg.de/en/about_us_6113/what_is_demography_6674/">here</a>.20:31 - AI can now make predictions on demography on only knowing your name. Find out more <a href="https://medium.com/@demografy/artificial-intelligence-can-now-predict-demographic-characteristics-knowing-only-your-name-6749436a6bd3">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Emmanuel Letouzé, PhD, Director and Co-Founder of Data-Pop Alliance. Emmanuel comes from an extensive academic background, specializing in subjects such as data science, political science, economics and demography. He speaks about key takeaways he's had from his research, applying the knowledge to new projects and issues, including the recent pandemic of COVID-19.&nbsp;Connect with EmmanuelLinkedInDatapopalliance.orgTwitterArtManu Cartoons TwitterShow Notes03:37 - Get some answers to your questions on social distancing in this NYTimes article here.16:19 - Learn more on demography here.20:31 - AI can now make predictions on demography on only knowing your name. Find out more here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Making Data Simple

Data Analysis for Pandemics feat. Emmanuel Letouzé

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on the podcast, our guest is Priya Doty, VP of Product Marketing at IBM. Priya specializes with the IBM Z and LinuxONE brands and shares her expertise in this episode.&nbsp;Connect with Priya<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyadewan/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/priyadewan?lang=en">Twitter</a><a href="https://medium.com/@priyadoty">Medium</a><a href="https://www.ibm.com/blogs/systems/author/priyadoty/">IBM Blogs</a>Show Notes02:51 - Learn more on using SQL for Data Analysis <a href="https://mode.com/sql-tutorial/introduction-to-sql/">here</a>.05:53 - Discover what B2B means <a href="https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/5000-what-is-b2b.html">here</a>.16:03 - You can find out more on pervasive encryption technology <a href="https://www.ibm.com/it-infrastructure/z/technologies/pervasive-encryption">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on the podcast, our guest is Priya Doty, VP of Product Marketing at IBM. Priya specializes with the IBM Z and LinuxONE brands and shares her expertise in this episode.&nbsp;Connect with PriyaLinkedInTwitterMediumIBM BlogsShow Notes02:51 - Learn more on using SQL for Data Analysis here.05:53 - Discover what B2B means here.16:03 - You can find out more on pervasive encryption technology here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Get Up to Speed with IBM Z feat. Priya Doty

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.AbstractThis week, we are joined by Professor Yoon Chung Han of San Jose State University. Yoon can be described as a digital media artist, leveraging data science methodologies within her creative projects. She talks us through some of the innovating projects she has been working on, while offering her insight on the state of the industry - specifically from an academic perspective.Connect with Yoon<a href="http://yoonchunghan.com/portfolio/">Portofolio Website</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoonchunghan/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hanryss?lang=en">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/artofyoonhan/">Instagram</a>Show Notes02:26 - New to digital art? Check out this helpful <a href="https://www.clipstudio.net/how-to-draw/category/digital-art">article</a> on where to start.&nbsp;06:38 - Click <a href="http://theconversation.com/whats-the-point-of-art-77118">here</a> to learn more on the importance of art.16:40 - Learn about data visualization <a href="https://www.tableau.com/learn/articles/data-visualization">here</a>.18:39 - Find out more about Processing and its' capabilities <a href="https://processing.org/">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.AbstractThis week, we are joined by Professor Yoon Chung Han of San Jose State University. Yoon can be described as a digital media artist, leveraging data science methodologies within her creative projects. She talks us through some of the innovating projects she has been working on, while offering her insight on the state of the industry - specifically from an academic perspective.Connect with YoonPortofolio WebsiteLinkedInTwitterInstagramShow Notes02:26 - New to digital art? Check out this helpful article on where to start.&nbsp;06:38 - Click here to learn more on the importance of art.16:40 - Learn about data visualization here.18:39 - Find out more about Processing and its' capabilities here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

The Intersection of Data and Digital Art with Yoon Chung Han

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractOur guest this week is Jacques Roy, Executive IT Specialist for Watson Data and AI at IBM. Jacques has extensive experience within IBM's technical engagement groups, on both sales and development teams. He talks us through the need to continue to evolve with the industry, as failing to do so can often lead you to become obsolete and less competitive within the job market. He argues that the effort required to get up to speed is more often less demanding than what it may seem, and he has created a youtube channel dedicated to helping others become apart of the conversation.&nbsp;Connect with Jacques<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacques-roy/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/jroy58?lang=en">Twitter&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC00OTwEMHA2jq50m4oJ95g">YouTube</a><a href="https://medium.com/@jacquesr_15426">Medium</a>Show Notes01:36 - Check out these <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/entertainment/portland/things-to-do-in-portland">cool things to do in Portland</a>.07:05 - Are you new to sales? Take a look at these <a href="https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/keys-to-successful-selling-for-the-first-time-sales-rep">tips for getting started in the industry</a>.&nbsp;18:57 - This <a href="https://www.itproportal.com/features/the-changing-role-of-the-dba/">article</a> focuses on how the Database Administrator role is changing.23:39 - Get an overview of Informix <a href="https://www.ibm.com/ca-en/products/informix">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractOur guest this week is Jacques Roy, Executive IT Specialist for Watson Data and AI at IBM. Jacques has extensive experience within IBM's technical engagement groups, on both sales and development teams. He talks us through the need to continue to evolve with the industry, as failing to do so can often lead you to become obsolete and less competitive within the job market. He argues that the effort required to get up to speed is more often less demanding than what it may seem, and he has created a youtube channel dedicated to helping others become apart of the conversation.&nbsp;Connect with JacquesLinkedInTwitter&nbsp;YouTubeMediumShow Notes01:36 - Check out these cool things to do in Portland.07:05 - Are you new to sales? Take a look at these tips for getting started in the industry.&nbsp;18:57 - This article focuses on how the Database Administrator role is changing.23:39 - Get an overview of Informix here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Tips on Staying Relevant in the IT Industry with Jacques Roy

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Aarti Cherian, Program Director for IBM's Cloud Pak for Data and Watson Data Science Marketing. Aarti discusses key marketing tactics that are currently leveraged by teams at IBM.&nbsp;Connect with Aarti<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarti-rebecca-cherian-02277729/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/aarticherian?lang=en">Twitter</a>Show Notes3:01 - Check out this <a href="https://www.webfx.com/industries/tech/tech-companies/">article</a> on marketing techniques for tech companies.&nbsp;14:41 - Not sure what B to B means? Find out <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/btob.asp">here</a>.21:24 - Learn more about IBM Cloud Pak for Data <a href="https://www.ibm.com/products/cloud-pak-for-data">here</a>.21:28 - Learn more about IBM Cloud Pak for Data System <a href="https://www.ibm.com/products/cloud-pak-for-data/system">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Aarti Cherian, Program Director for IBM's Cloud Pak for Data and Watson Data Science Marketing. Aarti discusses key marketing tactics that are currently leveraged by teams at IBM.&nbsp;Connect with AartiLinkedInTwitterShow Notes3:01 - Check out this article on marketing techniques for tech companies.&nbsp;14:41 - Not sure what B to B means? Find out here.21:24 - Learn more about IBM Cloud Pak for Data here.21:28 - Learn more about IBM Cloud Pak for Data System here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Data Driven Marketing Tactics with Aarti Cherian

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Steve Robinson, GM of RedHat Synergy at IBM. Steve talks us through some memorable moments throughout his career thus far, sharing key takeaways. "We are a result of our history" says Steve. The conversation also includes an overview of the RedHat acquisition and what's next for the teams.&nbsp;Connect with Steve<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-robinson-846a1713/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.ibm.com/blogs/cloud-computing/author/steve_robinson/">IBM Blogs</a><a href="https://twitter.com/robinsonsj?lang=en">Twitter</a>Show Notes03:05 - Check out this <a href="https://medium.com/@yagiz/14-ways-to-become-a-better-technical-manager-leader-7b57324c2a6d">article</a> with tips for technology managers.&nbsp;08:48 - This <a href="https://www.rainmakers.co/blog/key-sales-skills/">article</a> gives some advice for those in sales roles within the tech industry.24:30 - See more details about RedHat's fiscal year results<a href="https://www.redhat.com/en/about/press-releases/red-hat-reports-fourth-quarter-and-fiscal-year-2019-results"> here</a>.30:27 - Learn more on "the network effect" <a href="https://www.applicoinc.com/blog/network-effects/">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Steve Robinson, GM of RedHat Synergy at IBM. Steve talks us through some memorable moments throughout his career thus far, sharing key takeaways. "We are a result of our history" says Steve. The conversation also includes an overview of the RedHat acquisition and what's next for the teams.&nbsp;Connect with SteveLinkedInIBM BlogsTwitterShow Notes03:05 - Check out this article with tips for technology managers.&nbsp;08:48 - This article gives some advice for those in sales roles within the tech industry.24:30 - See more details about RedHat's fiscal year results here.30:27 - Learn more on "the network effect" here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Let's Talk about RedHat with Steve Robinson

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Frank Kane, Founder of Sundog Software. Frank's diverse career has allowed him to develop a thorough understanding of various data science and business concepts. The conversation ranges from how Frank got his start developing video games, to the importance of maintaining your skills for personal marketability. Host Al Martin and Frank also discuss the growing concern for ethics in computing that may be unknown to some.&nbsp; &nbsp;Connect with Frank<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fkane/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://sundog-education.com/">Sundog Education</a><a href="https://www.udemy.com/user/frank-kane-2/">Udemy</a><a href="https://twitter.com/sundogeducation?lang=en">Twitter</a>Show Notes07:07 - See <a href="https://becominghuman.ai/how-netflix-uses-ai-and-machine-learning-a087614630fe">here</a> how Netflix uses machine learning to recommend what to watch.&nbsp;13:21 - "Good intention are not enough." Click <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/devinthorpe/2016/04/13/to-change-the-world-good-intentions-are-not-enough/#b0f63ee3a4ab">here</a> to checkout a similar Forbes article.15:52 - Check out this <a href="https://medium.com/swlh/we-need-more-arts-humanities-in-tech-a840cea576b7">medium article</a>, emphasizing the need for humanities majors in tech.27:18 - <a href="https://medium.com/@italolelis/5-ways-to-keep-coding-being-an-engineering-manager-d875c1e5b839">Here</a> are 5 ways to keep up your coding skills while working as a manager.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Frank Kane, Founder of Sundog Software. Frank's diverse career has allowed him to develop a thorough understanding of various data science and business concepts. The conversation ranges from how Frank got his start developing video games, to the importance of maintaining your skills for personal marketability. Host Al Martin and Frank also discuss the growing concern for ethics in computing that may be unknown to some.&nbsp; &nbsp;Connect with FrankLinkedInSundog EducationUdemyTwitterShow Notes07:07 - See here how Netflix uses machine learning to recommend what to watch.&nbsp;13:21 - "Good intention are not enough." Click here to checkout a similar Forbes article.15:52 - Check out this medium article, emphasizing the need for humanities majors in tech.27:18 - Here are 5 ways to keep up your coding skills while working as a manager.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

AI Ethics for the Real World with Frank Kane

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Michelle Peluso, SVP of Digital Sales and Chief Marketing Officer at IBM. Michelle talks us through her passion for marketing and why she believes IBM is the best place to be for it. She shares some critical, modern-day marketing tactics that emphasize making an impact to your loyal consumers, while attracting new users. Tune-in and take part in the conversation.&nbsp;Connect with Michelle<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-peluso-3ab98397/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/michelleapeluso?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">Twitter</a><a href="https://newsroom.ibm.com/Michelle-Peluso">IBM News Room</a>Show Notes02:06 - Check out these critical tips on time management from <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnrampton/2018/05/01/manipulate-time-with-these-powerful-20-time-management-tips/#6cc3740357ab">Forbes</a>.&nbsp;08:03 - <a href="https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/en-ca/blog/6-ways-brands-can-boost-their-storytelling">Here</a> is an article on storytelling trends marketing leaders should know.&nbsp;15:50 - See this <a href="https://www.emarsys.com/resources/blog/data-driven-marketing/">article</a> for more info on data driven marketing.&nbsp;24:07 - Check out these <a href="https://www.sevenatoms.com/blog/cyber-security-marketing-tactics-that-actually-works">cyber security marketing tactics</a>.&nbsp;Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Michelle Peluso, SVP of Digital Sales and Chief Marketing Officer at IBM. Michelle talks us through her passion for marketing and why she believes IBM is the best place to be for it. She shares some critical, modern-day marketing tactics that emphasize making an impact to your loyal consumers, while attracting new users. Tune-in and take part in the conversation.&nbsp;Connect with MichelleLinkedInTwitterIBM News RoomShow Notes02:06 - Check out these critical tips on time management from Forbes.&nbsp;08:03 - Here is an article on storytelling trends marketing leaders should know.&nbsp;15:50 - See this article for more info on data driven marketing.&nbsp;24:07 - Check out these cyber security marketing tactics.&nbsp;Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Breakthrough Marketing Insights with Michelle Peluso

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractOn this week's episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by Rob Thomas, who is General Manager for IBM's Data and AI team. Rob discusses his recent media features on CNN and Fox News, giving his remarks on those experiences. He also gives his predictions on the IT industries for 2020, noting upcoming challenges. We are also treated to a more personal side of Rob, as he reveals his New Year's resolutions and goals. Tune-in to find out.&nbsp;Connect with Rob<a href="https://twitter.com/robdthomas?lang=en">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertdthomas/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.robdthomas.com/">Personal Website</a><a href="https://www.ibm.com/blogs/think/author/rob-thomas/">IBM THINK Blogs</a>Show Notes05:41 - Check out this article on <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/243962">effective methods of time management</a>.12:53 - Forbes agrees, saying <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomtaulli/2019/04/13/implementing-ai-the-right-way/#5a77830057e4">AI needs to be implemented the right way</a>.27:28 - Find out more on IBM Cloud Pak for Data <a href="https://www.ibm.com/ca-en/products/cloud-pak-for-data">here</a>.31:14 - Learn more about Watson Internet of Things (IoT) <a href="https://www.ibm.com/ca-en/marketplace/internet-of-things-cloud">here</a>.34:58 - Read <a href="https://futurism.com/google-artificial-intelligence-built-ai">here</a> on how Google's AI built another AI.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;42:22 - Are you also looking to run the New York Marathon? Here are some <a href="https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/training/marathon/a29682209/how-to-enter-new-york-marathon/">tips on how to enter</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractOn this week's episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by Rob Thomas, who is General Manager for IBM's Data and AI team. Rob discusses his recent media features on CNN and Fox News, giving his remarks on those experiences. He also gives his predictions on the IT industries for 2020, noting upcoming challenges. We are also treated to a more personal side of Rob, as he reveals his New Year's resolutions and goals. Tune-in to find out.&nbsp;Connect with RobTwitterLinkedInPersonal WebsiteIBM THINK BlogsShow Notes05:41 - Check out this article on effective methods of time management.12:53 - Forbes agrees, saying AI needs to be implemented the right way.27:28 - Find out more on IBM Cloud Pak for Data here.31:14 - Learn more about Watson Internet of Things (IoT) here.34:58 - Read here on how Google's AI built another AI.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;42:22 - Are you also looking to run the New York Marathon? Here are some tips on how to enter.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Goals for 2020: Clearing a Path for Success with Rob Thomas

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.AbstractIn part 2 of 2 of our 100th episode special, John Cohn follows-up on his experience following the tragic death of his second son, while learning to remain optimistic and look to other opportunities in life. A self-proclaimed technology optimist, John shares his perspective on the state of various tech-related fields and why yielding development could harm true progress.&nbsp;Connect with John<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncohn/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.ibm.com/thought-leadership/passion-projects/mad-scientist/">Passion//Project Article</a><a href="https://twitter.com/johncohnvt?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">Twitter</a>Show Notes05:54 - Check out this <a href="https://venturebeat.com/2019/11/11/ai-ethics-is-all-about-power/">Venture Beat</a> article on AI ethics.07:30 - See John Cohn's Veremin project <a href="https://veremin.mybluemix.net/">here</a>.24:29 - <a href="https://thriveglobal.com/stories/7-ways-to-bring-passion-to-your-work/">Here</a> are 7 ways to bring passion to your work. &nbsp;Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.AbstractIn part 2 of 2 of our 100th episode special, John Cohn follows-up on his experience following the tragic death of his second son, while learning to remain optimistic and look to other opportunities in life. A self-proclaimed technology optimist, John shares his perspective on the state of various tech-related fields and why yielding development could harm true progress.&nbsp;Connect with JohnLinkedInPassion//Project ArticleTwitterShow Notes05:54 - Check out this Venture Beat article on AI ethics.07:30 - See John Cohn's Veremin project here.24:29 - Here are 7 ways to bring passion to your work. &nbsp;Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

100th Episode Special: Uncovering a Mad Scientist feat. John Cohn - Part 2

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractWelcome to season 4 of Making Data Simple! We are starting this year with a bang, as it also marks our 100th episode anniversary! For this special podcast, we have invited on John Cohn as our guest. John is an IBM Fellow, engineer, maker-advocate, and commonly known as the "mad scientist". He is best known for his appearance on the Discovery Channel show, The Colony. John discusses his experience on the show, his career with IBM thus far, along with plans for the future. Stay tuned for part 2 coming next week.Connect with John<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncohn/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.ibm.com/thought-leadership/passion-projects/mad-scientist/">Passion//Project Article</a><a href="https://twitter.com/johncohnvt?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">Twitter</a>Show Notes5:40 - Watch The Colony <a href="https://go.discovery.com/tv-shows/the-colony/">here</a>.27:08 - Learn more about Burning Man <a href="https://burningman.org/event/">here</a>.&nbsp;Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractWelcome to season 4 of Making Data Simple! We are starting this year with a bang, as it also marks our 100th episode anniversary! For this special podcast, we have invited on John Cohn as our guest. John is an IBM Fellow, engineer, maker-advocate, and commonly known as the "mad scientist". He is best known for his appearance on the Discovery Channel show, The Colony. John discusses his experience on the show, his career with IBM thus far, along with plans for the future. Stay tuned for part 2 coming next week.Connect with JohnLinkedInPassion//Project ArticleTwitterShow Notes5:40 - Watch The Colony here.27:08 - Learn more about Burning Man here.&nbsp;Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

100th Episode Special: Uncovering a Mad Scientist feat. John Cohn - Part 1

Happy New Year's! Michael Willette, assistant vice president and technical fellow at USAA, comes on Making Data Simple to discuss database methods in the finance industry. Michael has an extensive, technical background as an architect and senior programmer. He shares his journey, current view on the market, emerging technologies, and more. Listen to gain some key industry insight.&nbsp; ------------------------ Show Notes00:00 - Check us out on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5hGeG0Npnu7NOKzuajXm0w?view_as=subscriber">YouTube</a> and <a href="https://www.soundcloud.com/mds_podcast">SoundCloud</a>!00:10 - Connect with producer Steve Moore on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-moore-0915291/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/SteveMooreATX">Twitter</a>00:15 - Connect with producer Liam Seston on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/LiamSeston">Twitter</a>00:20 - Connect with producer Rachit Sharma on <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/findingrachit">LinkedIn&nbsp;</a>00:25 - Connect with host Al Martin on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>01:00 - Connect with guest Michael Willette on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-willette-ba00489/">LinkedIn</a>02:25 - What is <a href="https://www.uxbooth.com/articles/the-difference-between-ia-and-ux-design/">user architecture</a>?&nbsp;03:32 - The <a href="https://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/HiPPOs-highest-paid-persons-opinions">HiPPO principle</a>.&nbsp;08:42 - Learn more about <a href="https://www.usaa.com/">USAA</a>.13:20 - The <a href="https://themilitarywallet.com/benefits-joining-usaa/">benefits of USAA</a>.29:39 - What is <a href="https://www.ibm.com/analytics/globalelite">IBM Global Elite</a>?32:15 - The <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/henrydevries/2018/04/25/how-to-market-better-by-listening-to-clients/#3347e06e28eb">importance of listening to your clients</a>.

Happy New Year's!Michael Willette, assistant vice president and technical fellow at USAA, comes on Making Data Simple to discuss database methods in the finance industry. Michael has an extensive, technical background as an architect and senior programmer. He shares his journey, current view on the market, emerging technologies, and more. Listen to gain some key industry insight.&nbsp;------------------------Show Notes00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud!00:10 - Connect with producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter00:15 - Connect with producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter00:20 - Connect with producer Rachit Sharma on LinkedIn&nbsp;00:25 - Connect with host Al Martin on LinkedIn and Twitter01:00 - Connect with guest Michael Willette on LinkedIn02:25 - What is user architecture?&nbsp;03:32 - The HiPPO principle.&nbsp;08:42 - Learn more about USAA.13:20 - The benefits of USAA.29:39 - What is IBM Global Elite?32:15 - The importance of listening to your clients.

[Holiday Replay] - Database Methods and the Finance Industry

Happy Holidays from the Making Data Simple team! Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Beth Smith, IBM General Manager for Watson AI. Host Al Martin and Beth tackle a question they are often asked - what is Watson? Together, they define the product and the brand, and what it means for IBM.&nbsp;Connect with Beth<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-smith-93a3941/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/bethtsmith?lang=en">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson/author/beth-smith/">IBM Blogs</a>Show Notes03:00 - Discover the <a href="https://www.ibm.com/watson">Watson family of products by IBM</a>.03:09 - Check out this <a href="https://www.technologyreview.com/video/606053/what-is-watson/">video</a> by MIT Technology Review, showing some context to the inaugural Jeopardy! game debut. &nbsp;08:28 - This <a href="https://www.bbvaopenmind.com/en/technology/artificial-intelligence/the-emergence-of-the-age-of-ai/">article</a> investigates the emergence of the AI era.22:35 - Check out this <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/marketing-and-sales/our-insights/why-the-customer-experience-matters">article</a> explaining why the customer experience matters.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Happy Holidays from the Making Data Simple team!Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Beth Smith, IBM General Manager for Watson AI. Host Al Martin and Beth tackle a question they are often asked - what is Watson? Together, they define the product and the brand, and what it means for IBM.&nbsp;Connect with BethLinkedInTwitterIBM BlogsShow Notes03:00 - Discover the Watson family of products by IBM.03:09 - Check out this video by MIT Technology Review, showing some context to the inaugural Jeopardy! game debut. &nbsp;08:28 - This article investigates the emergence of the AI era.22:35 - Check out this article explaining why the customer experience matters.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

[Holiday Replay] - Defining Watson with Beth Smith

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, we have a joint finale for the series Stories from the Field. Hosts Al Martin and Wennie Allen have a discussion with Gordon Johnson, Global Head of Optimization for DHL. We get an insider's perspective on data within the shipping and logistics world, helping optimize shipping methods to get medical supplies where they are needed most.&nbsp;Connect with Gordon<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonljohnsonii/">LinkedIn</a>Connect with Wennie<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wennie-allen/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.ibmbigdatahub.com/blog/author/wennie-allen">Big Data Hub</a>Show Notes02:20 - Learn more <a href="https://www.logistics.dhl/de-en/home/insights-and-innovation/thought-leadership/trend-reports/big-data-in-logistics.html">here</a> about how big data analytics is making an impact at DHL.09:43 - Check out this <a href="https://towardsdatascience.com/how-ai-changes-the-logistic-industry-3d55401778d">article</a> on how AI changes the Logistics Industry.17:43 - Find out more about how machine learning is changing supply chain management <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/louiscolumbus/2018/06/11/10-ways-machine-learning-is-revolutionizing-supply-chain-management/#5556dffc3e37">here</a>.20:33 - Discover what incubators are all about <a href="https://discover.dhl.com/business/entrepreneurship/what-is-an-incubator">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractThis week on Making Data Simple, we have a joint finale for the series Stories from the Field. Hosts Al Martin and Wennie Allen have a discussion with Gordon Johnson, Global Head of Optimization for DHL. We get an insider's perspective on data within the shipping and logistics world, helping optimize shipping methods to get medical supplies where they are needed most.&nbsp;Connect with GordonLinkedInConnect with WennieLinkedInBig Data HubShow Notes02:20 - Learn more here about how big data analytics is making an impact at DHL.09:43 - Check out this article on how AI changes the Logistics Industry.17:43 - Find out more about how machine learning is changing supply chain management here.20:33 - Discover what incubators are all about here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Stories from the Field FINALE - Data Driven Logistics

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractOur guest this week is Scott Hebner, VP and CMO for IBM Data and AI. This episode revolves around the marketing industry and tactics employed by those in the field. Scott walks us through his perspectives and insights.Connect with Scott<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthebner/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/slhebner?lang=en">Twitter</a>Show Notes03:38 - Unsure what the cloud business is all about? Take a look at IBM's complete guide <a href="https://www.ibm.com/cloud/learn/cloud-computing">here</a>.11:30 - Click <a href="https://www.plixer.com/blog/data-silo-what-is-it-why-is-it-bad/">here</a> to learn about data silos and why they will harm your business.&nbsp;13:36 - Learn about how big data and AI work together in this <a href="https://enterprisersproject.com/article/2019/10/how-big-data-and-ai-work-together">article</a>.28:44 - Find out more about data lakes and data swamps <a href="https://www.dataversity.net/data-lake-vs-data-swamp-leveraging-enterprise-data/">here</a>.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-seston/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Lana Cosic - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanacosic/">LinkedIn</a>.Producer Meighann Helene - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meighann-helene">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/marktsimmonds">LinkedIn</a>.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-martin-ku/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/amartin_v">Twitter</a>.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.&nbsp;AbstractOur guest this week is Scott Hebner, VP and CMO for IBM Data and AI. This episode revolves around the marketing industry and tactics employed by those in the field. Scott walks us through his perspectives and insights.Connect with ScottLinkedInTwitterShow Notes03:38 - Unsure what the cloud business is all about? Take a look at IBM's complete guide here.11:30 - Click here to learn about data silos and why they will harm your business.&nbsp;13:36 - Learn about how big data and AI work together in this article.28:44 - Find out more about data lakes and data swamps here.Connect with the TeamProducer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.&nbsp;Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Marketing Tactics for the Data Industry with Scott Hebner

Hosted by Al Martin, IBM VP of Data and A.I. Development, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

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