DATAcated On Air

Have you found yourself in a place with Git where you’re unsure what to do next? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Jesse Liberty, author of Git for Programmers and several other books. They discuss Git, version control, and how programmers use Git in general. Listen to learn how you can learn and improve your skills in Git.

• Jesse’s start in programming [02:03]
• What is Git? [05:02]
• Git vs. GitHub [16:48]
• The future of programming [22:10]
• Solving conflicts [24:15]
• TFVC to Git [31:20]
• The future of Git [35:56]

How do you go into a market and serve clients successfully? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with David Anderson and Fred Hefer, both Managing Partners at Pomerol Partners, about the lessons they’ve learned in a data consulting company. David and Fred share their insights into starting and running a consulting company, including the highs and lows of their journey. Listen to learn from their experiences.

• The start of Pomerol Partners [04:53]
• Pomerol’s first infrastructure setup [16:46]
• Restructuring and new partners [20:35]
• Retaining and attracting talent [25:41]
• The next challenge [29:33]
• Tips for uncertain times [42:50]
• Next steps for Pomerol [56:48]

How can we empower everybody to be better decision-makers? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Chris Banks, Director of Product Marketing at Pyramid Analytics, about the crucial ingredients to go from data to action. Chris has decades of experience in data and analytics. Listen to this energetic conversation to learn how you can make data-driven decisions.

• What is Pyramid Analytics? [05:14]
• Data-driven decisions [08:32]
• Data access isn’t simple [15:44]
• Small companies and data services [19:17]
• Data access with data literacy [23:53]
• Choosing the right vendor [34:01]

Are you curious and inclined to look beyond the surface of data? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Deborah Berebichez about critical thinking and data science. Deborah is the Lead Scientist in Quantum Computing at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and a television host at Discovery. Her passion for physics has inspired many to pursue their dreams in STEM. Listen to learn more about Deborah’s journey of overcoming discouragement and how you can apply those lessons to your journey.

• Overcoming educational stigma [01:52]
• Data science training [09:15]
• Free vs. paid resources [12:05]
• Defining “data scientist” [16:17]
• Promoting STEM careers for women [22:01]
• The future of data science [27:44]
• Embracing failure [34:20]

What is the biggest challenge for organizations becoming data-driven? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Randy Bean, CEO and Founder of NewVantage Partners. They discuss the cultural challenges that organizations face in becoming data-driven. Randy has spent the last few decades focusing on how organizations can leverage their data assets to become data-driven and gain a competitive advantage. He shares some great insights that you won’t want to miss.

• Technology vs. culture [06:38]
• Data and AI Executive Survey [09:03]
• What is data-driven? [11:01]
• Fail fast, learn faster [16:53]
• Challenging our assumptions with data [27:27]
• Choosing the right CDO [31:15]
• Nurturing data passion [40:58]
• Overcoming data misuse [44:43]
• Becoming more data-driven [47:37]

Do you have the ability to consume and use data effectively? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Jordan Morrow, the Head of Beta Design and Management Skills at Pluralsight. Jordan was one of the founding pioneers in data literacy and is known as the godfather of data literacy. Listen to learn from his experiences and how you can develop your data skills.

• Who is Jordan? [04:01]
• What is data literacy [06:36]
• Everyone can be data literate [11:49]
• Determining data literacy [14:31]
• Bridging the skills gap [18:08]
• The four levels of data analytics [20:45]
• Be Data Literate [24:07]
• Data analytics education [30:15]
• Finding your next step in data literacy [38:20]

How would others describe your brand? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi discusses building a brand with Kirill Eremenko, Founder of BlueLife AI, SuperDataScience, and DataScienceGo. Kirill has a background in physics and mathematics and is passionate about teaching and learning. Listen to learn more about the importance of having a brand and simple ways to start building yours.

• Why do we need a brand? [04:12]
• Challenges building a brand [07:14]
• Creating a brand for managers [18:34]
• Social media platforms [20:46]
• Mixing personal and professional [28:34]
• Confident Data Skills [39:26]
• Helpful daily routines [43:43]
• Overcoming roadblocks [53:25]
• Ben Taylor on connecting with your audience [01:01:10]

Is the prospect of software for your business overwhelming? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with experts about the build versus buy decision when it comes to software. This panel consists of Ashley Kramer, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at Sisense, Marvin Mayorga, Practice Partner at Data Meaning, and Hector Vasquez, VP of Solutions at Data Meaning. Listen to find out which solution might work best for you and why.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Sisense and Data Meaning working together [05:34]
• When should a company look into software? [08:29]
• Influencers in this decision [16:32]
• Making the right decision early [22:48]
• Outdated systems and maintenance [34:17]
• Finding the right partner [40:39]

If data isn’t managed, the repercussions spread throughout the organization, from reports to decisions. In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with George Firican, founder of LightsOnData. They touch on data quality, data storytelling, data stewardship, data governance, and surfing. George began in computer science by working for a start-up. That job spurred his career in interacting with data and working with databases. George loves educating people about data, so listen in to learn more!

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• George’s journey to data [03:33]
• What is LightsOnData? [09:44]
• The LightsOnData show [18:25]
• Latte’s and LinkedIn [27:01]
• Tips for starting a podcast [29:15]
• The impact of poor data quality [35:08]
• Addressing the data issue [38:36]
• Why do we have poor data quality? [42:02]
• George’s typical week [47:33]

Are you interested in starting your journey in data science? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Andreas Kretz, CEO & Chief Editor at Team Data Science. They discuss their experiences moving into the data science world and how they became experts in their field. Near the end, Andreas and Kate share what tools and programs they use to help their businesses. Listen to learn from their journeys and how they built their brands.

• Andreas and Kate’s path to data science [01:50]
• The importance of an online presence [06:42]
• Branding yourself as an expert [13:03]
• Knowing when to start your own business [19:21]
• Challenges in working for yourself [30:11]
• Keeping yourself accountable [36:43]
• Tools Andreas and Kate use for their businesses [40:35]
• Tips for getting started [59:15]
• Charging the right amount [01:03:38]

Does someone have to understand computer coding to use AI? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Ian Kelk from Clarifai. Clarifai is creating a platform for people to utilize AI easily. Learn how Clarifai is working to simplify and improve the process of converting unstructured data to structured data. Listen until the end when Ian shares some funny examples of Clarifai’s models.

• Ian’s role at Clarifai [04:13]
• Unstructured data [09:09]
• AI and fake news detection [13:43]
• Humans vs. computers [16:29]
• Companies and computer vision [19:47]
• GPU shortages [24:37]
• Fun with model demos [30:62]
• Computer vision competition [47:57]

The data space is evolving at an incredible speed. In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, host Kate Strachny talks with Alexander Thor, Director of Product Management at Astrato Analytics. Alex has spent the better part of the last decade within the data space, from crafting custom visualizations to being part of product development, driving and building data. Listen to learn more about the modern data stack, where it’s going, and pitfalls to avoid.

• The modern data stack [04:50]
• Usage and cost [05:48]
• Selecting the right tool [10:01]
• Data security in the cloud [16:15]
• Getting executive buy-in [24:12]
• Creating the right data team [26:37]
• Play the data where it lives [28:59]
• The future of the data stack [36:08]

Are you struggling to move forward in your data career? In this episode of the DATAcated on Air podcast, Kate Strachnyi hosts a panel of experts in data careers. They discuss shortcuts for starting data careers, from data analysts to data analytics engineers, data scientists, and others. Listen to learn how to successfully shift your career to where you want it to be.

• Get to know the panel [01:41]
• Is it too late to get into data? [11:36]
• Beginning your data journey [14:12]
• Gaining experience [19:26]
• Overcoming imposter syndrome [24:43]
• Personal branding [33:43]
• Salaries and negotiations [43:13]
• New data terms [50:39]

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Transformation without analytics is just digitization. It’s the analytics that leads to transformation. In this episode of DATAcated on Air, host Kate Strachnyi talks with two leaders in fortune 500 companies. Jeff Niemen, Director of Data and Analytics Enablement at McDonald’s, and David Sweenor, Senior Director of Product and Solution Marketing at Alteryx, talk about the value of analytics combined with digitization. Listen to learn how McDonald’s and Ford applied these principles to increase their effectiveness in the market.

• McDonald’s and Alteryx working together [04:29]
• Data analytics in large companies [07:45]
• Team structure at McDonald’s [11:06]
• Fostering data literacy [14:30]
• Empowering the world with data [19:08]
• Data democratization and literacy [22:01]
• Obtaining executive buy-in [26:56]
• McDonald’s biggest data discovery [34:39]
• Recommendations to start in data enablement [39:24]

Are you struggling with your data centralization journey? This episode of the DATAcated show will help with ideas to move forward from data silos. Host Kate Strachnyi talks with Jack Steele, Chief Product and Community Officer at Zetaris - The Networked Data Platform. They discuss the changes in the data industry and how data is used. Listen to hear how organizations can build on what they already have and do something different.

• Jack’s 20-year data industry career [02:26]
• What is data mesh? [06:07]
• No need to start again [11:32]
• Self-serve data platform [18:57]
• Implementing data mesh [21:57]
• The future of data mesh [26:33]
• Implementing Zetaris [31:32]
• The effect on cost [36:38]

What skills do you need to be a data scientist? This episode of the DATAcated podcast covers the top five skills required to become a successful data scientist. These skills will also help those who are already data scientists to become even better. Host Kate Strachnyi talks with self-taught data scientist Matt Dancho, Founder of Business Science University. Listen to learn about his data scientist program and how you can apply those skills.

• Becoming a data scientist in 6 months [04:19]
• Choosing a programming language [07:06]
• Integrated Development Environments [11:18]
• Data wrangling [19:14]
• Data visualization [21:38]
• Machine learning [25:07]
• Cluster, regression, and classification [28:19]
• The importance of time series [30:03]
• Making models usable [34:00]
• Streamlining the process [41:36]

This episode of DATAcated on Air is a double topic from guest Ken Jee, Head of Data Science at Scouts Consulting Group. Host Kate Strachnyi talks with Ken about his experience breaking into data science and sports analytics. Ken is a remarkable data scientist and YouTuber. Listen to learn more about the relationship between data science and sports analytics.

• A broad view of data science [04:13]
• Platforms to start problem-solving [06:09]
• The backbone of data science [12:58]
• Breaking into sports analytics [16:32]
• Employee referrals without experience [25:13]
• What is sports analytics? [29:16]
• Alternate routes to being successful [38:27]
• Market opportunities in sports analytics [46:38]

One of the first books on data that host Kate Strachnyi read was Storytelling with Data. The author, Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, is the guest in this episode. Cole has always described what she does as telling stories with data. So she founded a company called Storytelling with Data. Listen in to learn more about Cole’s mission to communicate effectively with data, make graphs that make sense, and weave those into compelling stories.

• The story behind Storytelling with Data [02:45]
• Why is data storytelling important? [10:51]
• Turning data into stories [15:55]
• Graph designing tools [22:08]
• Storytelling with Data community [28:18]
• Data storytelling and your career [37:13]
• Focusing on storytelling [45:37]
• Dynamic storytelling dashboards [51:31]

The guest of this episode is child prodigy, Mike Wimmer. This 12-year-old senior in high school is the CEO and Founder of Reflect Social, a huge robotics fan, and loves technology and artificial intelligence. He is an incredible example of how a number doesn’t limit ability. Listen to learn from this amazing kid!

• Early beginnings in tech [02:22]
• Advice to young robotics fans [05:33]
• Mensa’s influence on Mike’s education [09:39]
• Robotics shaping the future [14:38]
• Working with the U.S. Special Operations Command [16:41]
• Mike’s biggest obstacle [22:08]
• Changes in education [28:07]
• How to show what you know [33:37]

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How do you make the business case for data observability? In this episode of DATAcated on Air, host Kate Strachnyi speaks with Rohit Choudhary, CEO of Acceldata, about data observability, what it means, and why it’s important. Listen in to learn more about how data observability is helping businesses reach their goals.

• What is data observability? [02:49]
• Types of companies Acceldata serves [07:24]
• Starting the conversation [08:24]
• What does Acceldata do? [10:21]
• Pitching data observability [16:19]
• The importance of data observability [21:55]
• Success with PhonePe [30:55]
• How does the system handle data drifts? [32:37]
• The future of data observability [37:03]

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In this episode of the DATAcated podcast, host Kate Strachnyi talks with Stefan Jansen about machine learning for algorithmic trading. Stefan has been a partner in an investment firm where he assisted in building data infrastructure and predictive analytics practice. He accomplished this when data science was only beginning to be taken seriously in the investment industry. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from Stefan’s experiences.

• What is machine learning in trading? [02:53]
• The purpose behind Stefan’s book [05:29]
• Personal finance and personal investments [11:58]
• Stefan’s best trade or investment idea [13:21]
• Choosing Python vs. C [17:57]
• The third edition and what to expect [21:27]
• Pros and cons of algorithmic trading [29:54]
• Expectations in the algorithmic trading space [37:48]

Join this conversation with Randy Bean, CEO/Founder of NewVantage Partners, and author of Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Lessons in Data-Driven Leadership in an Age of Disruption, Big Data, and AI.

We'll talk about the cultural challenges that organizations face in becoming data-driven.

Learn how to leverage the power of data storytelling to increase data adoption and create a better data culture at your organization - with Nate Nichols, Chief Scientist at Narrative Science, and Cassidy Shield, VP of Marketing at Narrative Science; hosted by Kate Strachnyi.