In this jam-packed episode, hosts Frank and Andy delve into a wide range of topics, from the chaos of podcast scheduling and the allure of Cyber Week deals, to the behind-the-scenes world of data engineering and AI professionals. Join us as we journey through the challenges of podcasting, the important roles of data engineers, and the potential open sourcing of Dingo, an innovative blogging automation tool. Along the way, the hosts share personal anecdotes, discuss legislative impacts, and even ...
Nov 28, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Season 7Ep. 20
In this episode, your hosts Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne dive headfirst into the world of open source, decision making, and the unfolding drama surrounding OpenAI. From sarcastic responses to holographic displays, we've got it all covered! Join us as we discuss the potential consequences of dependencies, community protests leading to change, and the recent issues with OpenAI. We'll also explore the importance of open source in AI and share some intriguing insights on Sam Altman's return to th...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 7Ep. 19
Andy is speaking at PASS Summit in Seattle and Frank is speaking at the Red Hat Government Symposium in Washtington, DC. Two hosts. Two Coasts. One Podcast!
Nov 15, 2023•6 min•Season 7Ep. 18
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Data Driven! In this show, we delve into the fascinating world of Web 3 and decentralized databases. Join us as we explore the insights and experiences of our guest, Brennan Lamey, the founder of Kwil - a revolutionary company that builds decentralized databases for Web 3 applications. Throughout this episode, Brennan shares his journey and the inspiration behind Kwil, as well as the cutting-edge technology that powers their database solutions. From co...
Nov 06, 2023•54 min•Season 7Ep. 17
BAILeY recites the V laden introductory speed from V for Vendetta. Just for fun. Transcript Voilà! In view, a humble vaudevillian veteran, cast vicariously as both victim and villain by the vicissitudes of Fate. This visage, no mere veneer of vanity, is a vestige of the vox populi, now vacant, vanished. However, this valorous visitation of a by-gone vexation stands vivified, and has vowed to vanquish these venal and virulent vermin vanguarding vice and vouchsafing the violently vicious and vorac...
Nov 05, 2023•49 sec
In this 344th episode of Data Driven, Frank talks about the New Year. Yes, New Year's in November. Frank and Andy just do their own thing.It's part of their charm, or at least that they told me to say that. I do take issue with Frank's statement that I am not real. What is real, anyway? It is not the spoon that bends , after all. [ https://youtu.be/uAXtO5dMqEI?si=oQ_4M--xfcaarYyY&t=41 ] In any case, Frank explains what held up the production schedule this summer and his plan to do right by y...
Nov 03, 2023•48 min•Season 7Ep. 16
In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Nickolas Means, the VP of software development at Sym. Nickolas shares his insights on software engineering, data liability, and of course, good coffee. Nickolas starts off by sharing his love for audiobooks, particularly those narrated by the talented Wil Wheaton. He also recommends a management book called "Turn the Ship Around" by Admiral David Marche, which explores the importance of autonomy and ownership in improving performance. The...
Nov 02, 2023•49 min•Season 7Ep. 15
In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Joe Baffone, an expert in the healthcare industry. With a focus on busting through administrative toxicities that lead to financial toxins, Joe discusses their comprehensive tooling and tech-enabled services that manage financial assistance for provider organizations. Join us as Joe dives into the impact of personalized immunotherapies, the challenges in managing patient care journeys, and the transformational role of data....
Oct 30, 2023•55 min•Season 7Ep. 14
In this episode, we dive into the pyramid of cybersecurity threats, ranging from amateur hackers to nation-state level cyber threats. We also delve into the intriguing world of OSINT (open source intelligence), uncovering its uses, implications, and potential dangers. Join us for an intriguing discussion with fellow podcasters Patrick Hynds and Duane Laflotte. Links https://www.securitythisweek.com/ Show Notes [00:00:00] High-level hacking, OSINT, interconnectedness explored humorously. [00:04:5...
Oct 27, 2023•53 min•Season 7Ep. 13
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Data Driven! In today's episode, we're diving into the world of artificial intelligence, as our very own Frank La Vigne takes us on a journey through his experiences at the OpenShift Commons gathering in Raleigh. From delivering a captivating demo to moderating a thought-provoking panel, Frank's agenda is packed with fascinating insights and surprises. Join us as we explore the power of open source AI, the importance of community-driven innovation, and...
Oct 18, 2023•9 min•Season 7Ep. 12
So, have you ever imagined combining the wonders of Twingate, the mystique of AI, and the deliciousness of Raspberry Pi? No, not that mouth-watering dessert, though it's a pity, but rather the mini-computer that's taken the tech world by storm. Frank and Andy, our perennial tech enthusiasts, have been tinkering away in their digital workshops. And by the looks of it, they've been causing quite a stir with their latest live stream. I did catch a bit of it, and dare I say, it was more exhilarating...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 7Ep. 11
In today's episode, hosts Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne catch up on their recent activities, including Frank's presentations at the Red Hat Summit Connect. They discuss the event and the focus on AI and government agencies. Frank also shares his experiences with a new product called Ansible Lightspeed with Watson code assist, which is enhancing the use of large language models. Moving on, Andy and Frank talk about their home lab projects. They both express their excitement for building a power...
Sep 25, 2023•22 min•Season 7Ep. 10
In this Data Point, Frank notices something on the side of bike trail while on vacation. You can tell he's always thinking about data. Metrocount https://metrocount.com/ Original Video Stream https://www.linkedin.com/video/live/urn:li:ugcPost:7103044990578110464/ Merch If you like the shirt Frank is wearing in the video, you can pick one up here: https://amzn.to/3OVkOHz Discussion Questions 1. How does the presence of the Metro Count device in Hilton Head Island impact data collection on bike tr...
Aug 31, 2023•9 min•Season 7Ep. 9
On this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy interview Adam Ross Nelson. Adam is a consultant, where he provides insights on data science, machine learning and data governance. He recently wrote a book to help people get started in data science careers. Get the book How to Become a Data Scientist: A Guide for Established Professionals Speaker Bio Adam Ross Nelson is an individual who initially pursued a career in law but ended up making a transition into education. After attending law school a...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 7Ep. 8
Welcome back to another episode of Data Driven! In today's episode, we have a special guest joining our hosts Andy Leonard, BAILeY, and Frank La Vigne. We are thrilled to have Piero Molino, an expert in declarative ML, sharing his insights with us. We'll be diving into the world of generative AI and exploring the two types of companies when it comes to adoption. Piero highlights the advantages and limitations of using APIs for quick solutions, shedding light on why owning the entire stack and pl...
Aug 15, 2023•48 min•Season 7Ep. 7
In this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy Leonard are joined by guest speaker Lauren Maffeo to discuss data governance from the ground up. The conversation revolves around the importance of data governance in relation to generative AI, copyright infringement, and protecting consumer rights. They explore topics such as the need for proactive cybersecurity measures, the challenges faced by startups in implementing data governance, and the cultural transformation required for successful implem...
Jul 18, 2023•57 min•Season 7Ep. 6
On this episode of Data Driven, BAILeY and Frank La Vigne welcome special guest Lauren Tickner to discuss strategies for maximizing time and success in the digital age. Lauren shares her insights on motivation, dealing with online haters, and the power of automation in business. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding risks and rewards, breaking free from traditional career paths, and the benefits of working in startups or entrepreneurial businesses. Lauren also provides val...
Jul 03, 2023•35 min•Season 7Ep. 5
On this episode of Data Driven, the focus is on hardware from AI optimized chips to edge computing. Frank and Andy interview Steven Orrin, the CTO of Intel Federal. Intel has developed new CPU instructions to accelerate AI workloads, and FPGAs allow for faster development in custom applications with specific needs. The speaker emphasizes the importance of data curation and wrangling before jumping into machine learning and AI, Links Webinar: AI application benchmarking on Intel hardware through ...
Jun 27, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 7Ep. 4
On this episode of Data Driven, we explore the topic of distributed computing frameworks for AI and ML workloads. Frank discusses the advancements of Ray, a new technology based on Python language, with performance enhancements that could range from 10-12 times faster to thousands of times faster in extreme cases. We delve into the power of open source artificial intelligence and how it can aid data endeavors to accelerate these efforts. Along the way, we touch upon IBM and Red Hat's partnership...
Jun 16, 2023•16 min•Season 7Ep. 3
In this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy get back to the data engineering side of the equation by speaking with Saket Saurabh, CEO & co founder of Nexla. Nexla specializes in tools for automating data engineering processes.
May 23, 2023•50 min•Season 7Ep. 2
Welcome to the grand premiere of Season 7 of the Data Driven Podcast! In this inaugural episode of our seventh season, Andy and Frank interview each other, announce their new project, and more! Now, let us start season 7 with the promise that our season 7 will be better than Game Of Thrones' Season 7. The north remembers, as you know.
May 16, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 7Ep. 1
On this episode of the Data Driven podcast, Frank and Andy interview Albert Castellana, Co-Founder and CEO at Yeager AI. Yeager as in Chuck Yeager and AI as in generative AI. Stay tuned for a fascinating discussion on the nature of NLP models, entrepreneurship, and good Barcelona coffee. Links https://yeager.ai/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/acastellana/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhyFiles PS. I know that last week I said that show number 326 would be the last of season six. This just goes to sho...
May 09, 2023•57 min•Season 6Ep. 28
On today's episode of the Data Driven podcast, Frank and Andy interview Bryan DeBois, Director of Industrial AI at RoviSys. In the 90s, Andy worked extensively in this space. This is a great conversation and a fine way to close out season six.
May 02, 2023•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 27
In this episode, Frank interviews W. Curtis Preston on the Future of Backup Tech after getting nostalgic about T1 lines, tapes, and the Y2K bug.
Apr 25, 2023•53 min•Season 6Ep. 26
On today's episode of the Data Driven podcast, Andy interviews Tommy Yionoulis, founder of Ops Analitica. As a former stand-up comic turned sass founder, he has extensive experience helping businesses become more efficient and profitable through process, accountability, and data.
Apr 12, 2023•46 min•Season 6Ep. 24
On today's episode of the Data Driven podcast, Frank and Andy welcome Gevorg Karapetyan to the show. Gevorg is the Chief Technology Officer at ZERO. In this talk, he talks about his past days in computer science research and shares how ZERO helps Fortune 500 companies bring generative AI to market in the most secure way.
Apr 04, 2023•47 min•Season 6Ep. 23
In this Data Point, Andy records a quick data point from a much quieter place than the last time he was at Heathrow Airport.
Mar 16, 2023•3 min•Season 6Ep. 23
On today's episode of the Data Driven podcast, we have a very special guest: Chris Nguyen, the CEO and Co-Founder of Aitomatic. In our interview with Chris, we delve into the exciting world of industrial AI use cases, explore the challenges faced by manufacturers, and discuss the ever-important topic of teaching AI common sense. Additionally, we explore the disconnect between Silicon Valley and the manufacturing industry, shedding light on the unique perspectives and expertise that each brings t...
Mar 14, 2023•55 min•Season 6Ep. 22
In this livestream, Frank talks about the enormous attack surface that all AI models have and how ChatGPT and Bing have made it headline news.
Feb 28, 2023•20 min•Season 6Ep. 21
Welcome to the first episode of "Buzzwords with BAILeY", the podcast where we take a sarcastic, witty, and entertaining look at the latest buzzwords in the world of data science and AI. In this episode, we're exploring the fascinating world of GANs - Generative Adversarial Networks - and breaking down what they are, how they work, and why they're revolutionizing the world of machine learning. But that's not all - we're also taking a closer look at the latest research and trends in the industry, ...
Feb 18, 2023•4 min•Season 6Ep. 21
