Data Driven

The Real Risks of LLMs - Guardrails, Judgment, and the Human Element in Cybersecurity

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Data Driven, hosts Frank La Vigne, Candace Gillhoolley, and BAILeY sit down with Mike Armistead, CEO of Pulse Security AI—a cyber...

Going From Spreadsheets to Smart Agents - Modernizing Supply Chain Intelligence

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Frank La Vigne sits down with Itay Haber, CEO of Data Noetic, to unpack how AI is revolutionizing supply chain management. Forget spr...

Inside Nvidia GTC DC: AI, Quantum Computing, Robotics, and the Future of Supercomputers

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of Data Driven! On this week’s show, hosts Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley take you inside the NVIDIA GTC...

The Fast-Moving Train of AI - Sovereignty, Acceleration, & Lessons from History

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Data Driven, hosts Frank La Vigne and Leonard celebrate a major milestone: the 30th anniversary of Franksworld.com, one of the OGs ...

Compute, Carbon, and Cashflow Silicon Data’s Big Bet on GPU Markets

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Data Driven, where we dive deep into how data and AI are shaping—sometimes shaking—the modern world. In this episode...

Why Simulating Reality Is the Key to Advancing Artificial Intelligence

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined once again by Christopher Nuland, technical marketing manager at Red Hat, whose globe-trotting schedule rivals the compl...

Dr Ido Zamberg on The Role of AI in Modern Healthcare Delivery From Databases to Defibrillators

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Data Driven! Today, hosts Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard, are joined by Dr. Ido Zamberg—a rare breed who’s equally ...

Thanos Diakakis on Surviving the Software Apocalypse – AI, Agile, and Good Engineering

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Data Driven, we venture into the ever-shifting landscape of software engineering, AI-assisted coding, and the sometimes chaotic fut...

Dr Mike Orkin on Blackjack, Lightning, and Apophenia: The Surprising Psychology of Probability

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Data Driven, we’re shuffling up some probability, statistics, and a bit of Las Vegas magic with Dr. Michael Orkin—a renowned st...

From Cold War to Code Wars: Unpacking America’s Bold AI Strategy

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Data Driven, where we delve deep into the crossroads of data, technology, and the ever-shifting world of geopolitics. In...

Dr Alan Bekker on Multimodal Avatars, Education, and Authentic Digital Connections

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s conversation, hosts BAILeY and Frank La Vigne sit down with Dr. Alan Becker, co-founder and CEO of E Self AI and former co-founder of Voc...

Christopher Nuland on Stacking Servers & Superintelligence: Hype and Reality Behind AI 2027

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Data Driven—the podcast where we explore the future of technology, one neural network at a time. In this episode, your...

Amir Berman on Making Construction Smarter with AI and Analytics

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, host Frank La Vigne is joined by Amir Berman, VP of Industry Transformation at Buildots, to explore how AI, computer vision, an...

The AI Driven Leader: Rethinking Strategy, Decision Making, and Personal Growth

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the season nine premiere of Data Driven, where we kick things off with a thought-provoking deep dive into the world of AI-powered leadershi...

*Special Announcement* From 386 Computers to AI Leadership: Our Season Nine Kickoff

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and I are kicking off Season Nine of Data Driven with a bang: an insightful interview with Jeff Woods, author of “The AI Driven Leader.”Andy,...

Jacob Leverich on Efficiency, Elegance, and the Joy of Not Grepping log files at 2AM

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Frank sat down with Dr. Jacob Leverich—Stanford PhD, cofounder of Observe, and a veteran of the Google MapReduce team and Splunk. Jacob’...

István Mészáros on going From CERN to Startup & The Cat That Launched a Thousand Queries

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another insightful episode of Data Driven! Today, we're diving into the world of warehouse-native analytics with our special guest, István...

Barr Moses on How Data Observability Can Save Your Company Millions

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Data Driven, we welcome Barr Moses, CEO and co-founder of Monte Carlo, as she delves into the fascinating world of data observabili...

Sanjay Annadate on Data Driven Digital Transformation

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Sanjay joins Frank for a deep dive into the heart of digital transformation and AI-powered automation. Here are some of the key takea...

Trevor Schulze on How CIO’s Can Drive AI Strategy

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne are thrilled to be joined by Trevor Schulze, the Chief Information Officer at Alteryx. Trevor brings ...

Lillian Pierson on Revolutionizing Growth Marketing with AI

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne delve into the exciting world of AI and growth marketing with the renowned Lillian Pierson. Lillian, a globally recogn...

Dean Guida on AI Insights, Data Analytics, and Business Growth

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we've got an exciting episode lined up for you. Hosts Frank La Vigne and Bailey dive deep into the tech universe with Dean Guida, the CEO and f...

Arjun Patel on Vector Databases and the Future of Semantic Search

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we delve into the intriguing world of vector databases, retrieval augmented generation, and a surprising twist—origami.Our special guest, Arj...

Niv Braun on AI Security Measures and Emerging Threats

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Niv Braun, co-founder and CEO of Noma Security, join us as we tackle some pressing issues in AI secur...

*Live* Tis the Season for SSIS

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this livestream, Frank and Andy discuss the timeless nature of backend enterprise tech, that, much like a Christmas special from decades ago, is st...

Inna Tokarev Sela on Approaching Data Challenges with Generative AI

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of "Data Driven," where we dive into the ever-evolving world of data science, AI, and data engineering. Today's special gue...

Geoff Thatcher on How AI is Revolutionizing Storytelling

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining hosts Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard, Geoff shares insights on the intersection of AI and creativity, the evolving landscape of careers in th...

Alex Gold on DevOps for Data Science and Open Source Practices

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Frank La Vigne sits down with Alex Gold, Head of Solutions Engineering at POSIT and author of "DevOps for Data Science." Together, they explore the fa...

David Hirschfeld on Creating High-Impact Teams & Validating Niches

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Frank and Andy are joined by David Hirschfeld, CEO and founder of Tekyz Corporation, a firm specializing in helping startups and saving trouble...

Candace Gillhoolley on AI and Data Driven Marketing Strategies

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we have a special treat for you as we welcome Candice Gillhooley, a dynamic force known for blending technical prowess with marketing brillianc...

Baruch Lev and Feng Gu on Data Driven Mergers and Why Most Deals Fail

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne are joined by experts Baruch Lev and Feng Gu to uncover the complexities and pitfalls of mergers and acquisitions. We'...

Artem Rodichof on Empathetic AI and Its Potential Impact on Gaming and Society

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Leonard, and Frank La Vigne are joined by the innovative Artem Rodichof, CEO of Xhuman. Today's discussion delves into the transformative world o...

Doug Finke on PowerShell, AI, and the future of Small Language Models

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Doug shares his preference for composition over inheritance in object-oriented programming and his strategic use of design patterns i...

*LiveStream* Life and Career Updates from a Couple of ex-MVPS

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into Frank’s new role at Red Hat, where he’s pioneering advancements with Rel AI, an innovative tool for training large ...

*LiveStream* Connectivity in the Smoky Mountains

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're shifting gears as Frank La Vigne returns from his adventures in the Smoky Mountains.From paternity leave to tackling poor internet connec...

Kevin Latchford on the Security Risks of Large Language Models

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore real-world cases that showcase the susceptibility of AI chatbots to manipulation, as illustrated by a shocking incident wh...

Dr Yossi Keshet on Decoding Speech, AI, Morality, and the Future

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore linguistic and cultural influences on language with Dr. Yossi Keshet—a renowned expert in automated speech recognition.W...

Aviad Harell's Insights on Tech, AI, and Venture Capital

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this exciting episode, Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard sit down with Aviad Harell, managing partner at Team 8, to explore the transformative power ...

Chris Cooney on Exploring Data Evangelism

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard dive deep into the world of developer advocacy and data observability with special guest Chris Cooney...

Dr. Julia DiGangi on the Neuropsychology of Stress and Success

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of the Data Driven podcast, we delve into the intricate dance of the human brain with uncertainty, guided by the insightful and o...

A Data Driven Retrospective: A Look Back Through Seven Seasons and 360 Episodes

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this landmark 360th episode of Data Driven, we take a full-circle journey back through the past seven seasons, exploring the highs, lows, and every...

Jennifer Swanson on Reinventing Business for the Era of Data and AI

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Frank and Andy welcome Jennifer Swanson explains how businesses can reinvent themselves for the data driven age of AI. From recognizin...

Danny Maloney on AI’s Leap to Marketing Mastery

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Danny Maloney is going to lead you on a journey to explore how artificial intelligence is not just a fleeting novelty but a tool of i...

Luke Diaz on Leveraging Data for Customer Retention and Business Growth

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to show 357 of the Data Driven podcast! This week, we welcome Luke Diaz to the show.Luke has an impressive track record of scaling startups to...

Jeremy Utley on Crafting Smarter Conversations with AI

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're thrilled to welcome a special guest, Jeremy Utley, an academic marvel from Stanford, whose work on AI and idea flows is altering the land...

Rene Schulte on the Evolution of AI and Its Impact Across Industries

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into the profound enablement of large language models like ChatCPT and how they stand to revolutionize personalized learning...

Ronen Dar on GPU Orchestration for Building ML Models

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, our Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne sit down with Ronen Dar, the co-founder and CTO of Run AI, to explore the world of artificial int...

Devvret Rishi on Powering Real-World AI with Declarative AI and Open Source

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Frank sits down and talks with Devvret Rishi on powering real-world AI projects with declarative ML and the importance of open source...

Blake Reichenbach on Marketing, Curiosity, and the Love of Books

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Frank and Andy are joined by special guest Blake Reichenbach, a product manager at HubSpot and the owner of Howdy Curiosity, an o...

Max Sklar on Exploring AI, Data Science, and Local Search

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, the hosts Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard are joined by the expert in location data and machine learning, Max Sklar. Max shares in...

Navigating the Complexity of Operationalizing ML Models

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Data Driven, our Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne are joined by Chris McDermott, VP of Engineering at Wallaroo.AI. Together, they ex...

Advanced Fraud Prevention in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andy and Frank sit down with Pavel Goldman-Kalaydin, head of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at Sumsub, a global company...

Diving into Re:Invent 2023: Open Sourcing Dingo and Being in the Top 2.5 Percent

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

OpenAI Drama, Open Source, and Andy's New Venture

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 sur...

Two Hosts on Two Coasts

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 Pod...

Brennan Lamey on Entrepreneurship & Data Engineering in the Web 3 Era

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

BAILeY Celebrates Guy Fawkes Night

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

BAILeY recites the V laden introductory speed from V for Vendetta.Just for fun.TranscriptVoilà!In view, a humble vaudevillian veteran, cast...

New Year in November, Podcast Backlog, and Scheduling Issues

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Nickolas Means on Software Engineering, Data Liability, and Good Coffee

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Nickolas Means, the VP of software development at Sym. Nickolas shares his insights on softwa...

Joe Baffone on the Role of Data in Transforming Healthcare

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 th...

Data, Security, And Advanced Persistent Threats with Patrick Hynds and Duane Laflotte

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the pyramid of cybersecurity threats, ranging from amateur hackers to nation-state level cyber threats. We also delve in...

Talking AI at OpenShift Commons Gathering in Raleigh

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 F...

Twingate, AI, and Raspberry Pi

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So, have you ever imagined combining the wonders of Twingate, the mystique of AI, and the deliciousness of Raspberry Pi?No, not that mouth-wateri...

*Livestream* Creating a Home Lab, Speaking, and an Upcoming Webinar

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 C...

*Data Point* Data Collection on Vacation

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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.Metrocounthttps:...

Adam Ross Nelson on Getting Started in a Data Science Career

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 l...

Piero Molino on the Impact of Declarative ML

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Lauren Maffeo on Data Governance from the Ground Up

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 co...

Lauren Tickner on Strategies for Building a Personal Brand

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Data Driven, BAILeY and Frank La Vigne welcome special guest Lauren Tickner to discuss strategies for maximizing time and success i...

Steve Orrin on the Importance of Hardware in AI Development

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 I...

*DataPoint* Accelerating AI with Python-native Ray and the Importance of Open Source in AI

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Data Driven, we explore the topic of distributed computing frameworks for AI and ML workloads. Frank discusses the advancements of ...

Saket Saurabh on Automating Data Engineering

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 foun...

Celebrating 6 years of Data Driven and a New Magazine

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

Albert Castellana on Generative AI Agents

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bryan Debois on Autonomous Industrial AI

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ext...

W. Curtis Preston on the Future of Backup Tech

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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.

Thomas Yionoulis on Going from Stand Up to Start Up

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 found...

Gevorg Karapetyan on Talking with Your Data

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ZE...

*DataPoint* Andy Back at Heathrow After SQLBits

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Data Point, Andy records a quick data point from a much quieter place than the last time he was at Heathrow Airport.

Chris Nguyen on Teaching AI Common Sense

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

AI's Big Security Problem

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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.

*Bonus* Buzzwords with Bailey

18 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of "Buzzwords with BAILeY", the podcast where we take a sarcastic, witty, and entertaining look at the latest buzzwords i...

Josh Blumert on Containerized Storage

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Frank talked with Josh Blumert on the evolution of storage and how we got to containerized storage.This was originally recorded as par...

Big Tech Layoffs

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this livestream, Frank and Andy talk about the recent round of layoffs hitting technology companies. Stu Ainsworth joins them in an impromptu ...

*Data Point* Live from New York

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Data Point recorded live from Penn Station, Frank talks about moderating a panel discussion for Disruptive Technologists in NYC to talk about ...

Jack Tompkins on the Power of Dashboards

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Frank interviews, Jack Tompkins, partner and founder of Pineapple Consulting Firm , a company that turns data into visualizations, all...

2022 Year in Review

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Frank and Andy reflect on the year that 2022. It was quite the year for all of us here at data driven media, both personally and prof...

AWS ReInvent ReCap

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this livestream, Frank and Andy recap reinvent, the big AWS conference in Las Vegas. They both take a look at the AWS ecosystem from their heavily ...

*AWS ReInvent* Walking Around the Expo Floor and the Robotic Bartender

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Frank is out at the big AWS show in Las Vegas. Apparently, having some seventy thousand attendees in one place wreaks havoc on Wifi and Cellular signa...

*preInvent* Speaking at re:Invent 2022 about Red Hat OpenShift Data Science!

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this recent livestream, Frank explains his excitement about speaking at the upcoming AWS re-invent. The audio gets a little choppy.I tried to clean...

*Update* PASS Summit and AWS re:Invent

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is currently in Seattle attending the PASS Summit and I will be headed to AWS re:Invent this year!

Iain Thomas on What Makes Us Human? Democratizing Creativity with AI

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this fascinating discussion, Frank sits down with author, poet, and AI enthusiast about the nature of creativity, particularly in light of recent i...

Mark Tabladillo on Ethics in AI, Changing Seasons, & Quantum Computing

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks a special occasion as Data Driven welcomes our first Three Pete guest, Mark Tabladillo.In his third appearance on the podcast, Mark i...

*DataPoint* Catching Up with Noelle Silver Russell at Dev Nation DC

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, I was at the first in person Dev Nation DC event in two years. While there, I caught up with the one and only Noelle Silver Russell.

RIP Kim Schmidt

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Reflecting on the life and legacy of a good friend, former business partner, and a true data leader.

Ava Naeini on Pulse, Healing, and Avoiding Burnout

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Data Driven, Andy and Frank interview Ava Naeini, Founder and Data Architect of Pulse Operations, speaks to the intersections of te...

Himanish Goel on Education, Starting a Career, & More

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy interview Himanish Goel, Technical Architecture Delivery Analyst at Accenture and recent graduate ...

*LIveStream* Virtual Personalities, Ethics, and Elon Musk Talks to His Chatbot Replica

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this live stream, Frank and Andy reflect on their conversation with Justin Harrison.

Kristen Kehrer on Statistics, Data Poetry, and Dunkies

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Data Driven, Frank interviews Kristen Kehrer, developer advocate at CometML and host of the Cool Data Projects Show. In case, ...

Justin Harrison on Virtual Posthumous Communications

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy interview Justin Harrison, the founder and CEO of YOV, You Only Virtual. YOV aims to develop means to p...