Data-Driven Podcast
Episodes
How MCP + Semantic Layers Turn LLMs Into Trusted BI Analysts
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming analytics, but only when paired with the right foundation. In this episode, AtScale’s CTO and co-found...
The AI Frontier: Semantic Layers for Autonomous Agents with Jens Kröhnert
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Mariani and Jens Kröhnert explore the "AI Frontier:” how semantic layers enable AI agents to operate autonomously without hallucinations ...
Composable Analytics & the Future of the Semantic Layer: Building for the Age of AI Agents
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of AtScale’s Data-Driven Podcast, host Dave Mariani, Co-Founder & CTO at AtScale, is joined by Petar Staykov, Product Director, ...
How Agentic AI and Semantic Layers Are Transforming Enterprise Analytics
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Data-Driven Podcast, AtScale CTO and Co-founder Dave Mariani is joined by Rich Williams, SVP of Partnerships and Strategy at He...
Open Source Semantics: Setting the Standard for Interoperability with Databricks and AtScale
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Data Driven Podcast, Dave Mariani, CTO and Co-Founder of AtScale, sits down with Dale Williamson, EMEA CTO at Databricks, to ex...
Introducing SML: The Open Standard for Seamless Semantic Layer Integration
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, AtScale’s CTO and Co-founder, Dave Mariani and VP of Engineering John Langton, discuss the exciting open-source release of the Sema...
Revolutionizing Data: New Research on Natural Language Prompting with AtScale’s Semantic Layer and Generative AI
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the latest episode of the Data-Driven Podcast! Host Dave Mariani is joined by Jeff Curran, Lead Data Scientist at AtScale, for a deep dive ...
The Power BI Evolution: An MVP’s Unfiltered Journey
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, AtScale CTO and co-founder Dave Mariani chats with Greg Deckler, Vice President at a global IT services firm and a seven-time Microso...
Navigating the Intersection of Semantics, AI, and Enterprise Innovation with Juan Sequeda
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Mariani interviews Juan Sequeda, the Principal Scientist at data.world. They discuss Juan’s Benchmark report on Knowledge Graphics and semantic...
Data Observability, Founders Journey and GenAI with Kunal Agarwal, CEO, Unravel Data
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Mariani interviews Kunal Agarwal, CEO of Unravel Data, delving into his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative world of data observability. ...
Data Contracts with Andrew Jones, Principal Engineer, GoCardless
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Mariani interviews Andrew Jones, Principal Engineer, GoCardless and a thought leader in data and analytics. Andrew outlines the concept of &apos...
Navigating Data Literacy: Insights from Jordan Morrow
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Mariani sits with Jordan Morrow, a renowned expert in Data Literacy. They discuss effective strategies for embedding data literacy in organizati...
Leveraging Data as a Product: Strategies for Growth with Liat Ben-Zur
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elif Tutuk interviews Liat Ben-Zur, a tech executive, on applying product-led growth (PLG) principles to data management. They discuss understanding c...
Data and Analytics FinOps
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Elif Tutuk in a captivating conversation with Mark Stange-Tregear as they uncover the power of Financial Operations (FinOps) in the realm of...
Leveraging Data Analytics and AI for Business Success with Richard Langlois, President at IT Architecture and Strategy
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview Dave Mariani welcomes Richard Langlois, President at IT Architecture and Strategy. Richard discusses his history, being an early ado...
Overcoming Challenges as a Woman in Tech and Data Analytics
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jess Ramos, a senior data analyst at Crunchbase shares her journey into the field of data analytics, starting with her background in M...
The Evolution of Data Lakes and the Entrepreneurial Journey with Justin Borgman
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Data-Driven podcast, host David Mariani sits down with Justin Borgman, the CEO and founder of Starburst. The two seasoned entre...
Journey of Zenlytic, Semantic Layer, LLMs and the Future of Data-driven Insights
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Dave Mariani interviews Ryan Janssen, the CEO and founder of Zenlytic, and Paul Blankly, the CTO and founder of Zenlytic. They disc...
Semantic Layer, Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence with David Jayatillake, Co-Founder & CEO at Delphi Labs
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Dave and David J will discuss the value of the semantic layer in data management. They explored two different perspectives on deliv...
The Inflection Point of Generative AI, Analytics role in AI and AtScale <> Dataiku with 🦾Jepson Taylor
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to 🦾Jepson Taylor and discover the transformative power of generative AI and its impact on the future of artificial intelligence. Gain insig...
Learn about Business intelligence (BI) and data warehousing, along with evolution of Power BI with Christopher Wagner
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Christopher Wagner discuss paths into analytics, bridging the gap between technical and business aspects, and his experience working with bu...
Gaming Industry, Machine Learning, and ChatGPT with Carly Taylor, Machine Learning, at Call of Duty, Activision
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Carly Taylor, an expert in gaming and machine learning. She shared insights on the rise of mobile gaming, player engagement, and how machine...
Data Mesh, Data Ownership, self-service data infrastructure with Sharon Richardson, Data+AI Strategist, Databricks
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Sharon Richardson, Databricks talks about the data mesh concept and how Databricks enables organizations to implement it. Elif and Sharon al...
Data Strategy, Data Monetization, and more with Vin Vashishta
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Vin Vashishta sharing about his experience in the data industry for over 20 years, helping organizations make data-driven decisions and achi...
Semantic Layer, Data Observability and more with Sanjeev Mohan, SanjMo Ex VP Gartner
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trends in AI & ML, Feature Stores and more with Miles Adkins, Snowflake
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Actionable Data Intelligence with Peggy Tsai, CDO, BigID
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Data & Analytics with Elif Tutuk, Global Head of Product
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Data Engineering and Modern Data Analytics
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Deepak Prasad share his thoughts on embracing automation and why the semantic layer is on the rise due to the big persistent problem of inco...
Data Mesh - Data Teams & Tiers with Ben Stancil, Chief Analytics Officer + Founder
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Modern Data Stack with Chad Sanderson
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why is Data Quality important with Tom Redman
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Benefits of AI & BI in Business
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this discussion with Bill Sandblom on using AI to improve business outcomes at his PetroChemical where he is the CIO. He discusses tips for ...
Building High-performing Analytics Teams with John Thompson
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this discussion on building high-performing analytics teams, the evolution of the enterprise data warehouse, and what’s in store for the f...
Data Literacy Programs with Mariska Veenhof-Bulten at bol.com
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Data Strategy with Brian Prascak at Wawa
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Data Literacy Programs with Megan Brown at Starbucks
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We discussed why is Data Literacy important for every organisation today with Megan C. Brown, Ph.D. at length#data #dataliteracy #datascience #datad...
Data Lakehouse with Bill Inmon,"Father of the Data Warehouse"
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas