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Cleaning Dirty Data: You Can't Analyze What You Don't Trust (w/ Susan Walsh)
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dirty data isn't just an annoyance; it's a hidden tax on your entire business. From dashboards no one trusts, to AI models trained on flawed inputs, t...
Winning With Data Science: Real Case Studies That Actually Moved the Needle (w/ Howard Friedman)
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mavens of Data, we sit down with Howard Friedman, author of "Winning with Data Science", educator, and practitioner, who has spent ...
What an Insight Really Is & The Art of Data Storytelling (w/ Brent Dykes)
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most organizations are drowning in dashboards, KPIs, and visualizations, but starving for insights. In this episode of Mavens of Data, we'll chat with...
From First Role to Influence: Packaging, Selling, and Growing Your Value Inside the Organization
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've landed the role, built a few projects, maybe even launched a dashboard or a model, but how do you make sure your work gets noticed, adopted, ...
How Will AI Impact Data Careers? (w/ Chris Dutton)
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The future of work is here, and it's powered by AI. But what does that mean for your career? In this episode, Maven Analytics Founder Chris Dutton is...
Ethics, Bias & Customer-Centric AI: Thinking about Long-Term Business Value (w/ Thais Cooke)
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How do we create analytics, machine learning, and AI that truly serve people? In this episode, we'll hear from Thais Cooke about putting ethics, bias ...
Breaking Into Data Analytics: Transferable Skills That Open Doors (w/ Monica Kay Royal)
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about transitioning into data analytics but don't come from a traditional STEM or computer science background? In this episode of Mavens of D...
Ten Years of Storytelling with Data: What Still Matters Most (w/ Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic)
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a decade since Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic's Storytelling with Data became essential reading for anyone presenting insights visually. But the pr...
Building With Purpose: How to Accelerate Your Data Career (w/ Julia Bardmesser)
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat with Julia Bardmesser, a data and digital transformation leader with decades of experience guiding teams and organizations to...
Going from Data Practitioner to Leader (w/ Brian Evergreen)
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many data scientists and analytics professionals master the technical craft; coding, modeling, and optimizing. But making the leap from hands-on contr...
Business Acumen & the Business of Data (w/ Solomon Kahn)
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When people think about data work, they often picture analytics pipelines or machine learning models. But two areas that often get overlooked are just...
The Data Ecosystem: Why the Big Picture Matters (w/ Dylan Anderson)
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Too often, data conversations get stuck in silos: tools, models, or dashboards in isolation. But data only delivers value when the entire ecosystem wo...
Data Isn't the First Hire: Understanding How Companies Build (and Struggle) With Analytics (w/ Nagim Ashufta)
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation with Nagim Ashufta, Founder of DRIVA GmbH, we dig into what it really looks like when organizations try to get serious about data...
Vector DBs, Knowledge Graphs, Data Fabric, and Why Process Still Rules (w/ Terry Dorsey)
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Terry Dorsey, Senior Data Architect & Evangelist at Denodo, to unpack the conceptual differences between terms like d...
Why Data Scientists Can Make Great Algorithmic Traders (w/ Jason Strimpel)
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Data scientists have the skills to model complex systems, work with messy data, and uncover hidden patterns. Quant scientists do all of that, but with...
Thriving in BI: Career Growth, Teaching, and Team Culture (w/ Sean Chandler)
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this show, we're joined by Sean Chandler, Director of BI at CenterWell Home Health, to explore what it really means to thrive in BI today. Sean sha...
Beyond the Code: Soft Skills in Data Are Now Strategic (w/ Felicia Newhouse)
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI isn't just accelerating productivity, it's reshaping how we structure power, make decisions, and define what "value" means in our organizations. In...
Data Scientist vs Data Analyst: Choosing the Right Path (w/ Avery Smith)
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're thinking about Data Analyst or Data Scientist career paths, then this one is for you! In this episode with Data Career Jumpstart Founder Ave...
What It's Really Like Being a CDO in Finance (w/ Sia Zahedi)
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From launching AI products to modernizing legacy data stacks, we're going behind the scenes of data-driven transformation in financial remittance. In ...
Inside the Mind of an Exponential Athlete: Data and High Performance (w/ Ken Jee)
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ken Jee has spent a decade in sports analytics, working at the intersection of data science and athlete performance. Now, he's building The Exponentia...
Analytics With Impact: How to Break the Cycle and Drive Real Results (w/ Ollie Hughes)
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Too many dashboards. Endless ad-hoc questions. Analytics teams often get trapped supporting the business, without driving it forward. In this show, Ol...
Breaking into Data Science in 2025 (w/ Chris Bruehl)
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Maven's own Chris Bruehl to unpack the 2025 data science landscape and explore what it really takes to break into the...
LLMs in the Trenches: What Breaks and Why (w/ Andriy Burkov)
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
LLMs seem like a hot solution now, until you try deploying one. In this episode, Andriy Burkov, machine learning expert and author of The Hundred-Page...
Making Smart Smarter: Decision Intelligence in Action (w/ Joe Dery)
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Joe Dery, Vice President of Customer Success at Aera Technology, to explore a concept that's shifting how organizati...
Disrupting Data Governance and The AI Revolution (w/ Laura Madsen)
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is moving fast, but are organizations prepared to keep up? In this episode, data professional Laura Madsen joins us to unpack why most companies ar...
Data Literacy in the Digital Age (w/ Kathy Rondon)
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a world where people are concerned about social media tracking their data—but at the same time, willingly send their DNA to companies lik...
Beyond the Basics: Key Statistical Methods and Career Strategies for Data Analysts (w/ Josh Starmer)
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you were only going to learn a few statistical techniques as an analyst, where should you focus? Josh Starmer, Founder of StatQuest, shares how lea...
Transitioning to Analytics when You're Established, Experienced, and Possibly Well-Paid (w/ Andrew Madson)
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about transitioning into analytics but worried about starting over? Andrew Madson has been in your shoes. Once a compliance executive, Andrew...
Cinematic Techniques for Data Storytelling (w/ Angelica Lo Duca) | Mavens of Data
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your next data presentation felt less like a spreadsheet and more like a blockbuster movie? In this episode, we're joined by Angelica Lo Duca,...
Leveling Up: Analytics in the Gaming Industry (w/ Carly Taylor)
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we'll chat with Carly Taylor, Field CTO of Gaming at Databricks, to explore the fascinating world of data analytics in the gaming ind...
The Art of Data Enrichment: Lessons from the Frontlines (w/ Doug Needham)
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to turn raw data into actionable insights, especially in high-stakes environments? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Doug...
Key Skills Every Data Scientist Must Have (w/ Chris Bruehl & Kimberly Fessel)
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you are interested in a career in Data Science, this one is for you! In this episode with Kimberly Fessel (Dr. Kim Data) & Maven's own Chris Bruehl...
The Future of Work- When AI Becomes Your Coworker (w/ Sadie St. Lawrence)
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when AI becomes your coworker, not your replacement? In this episode, we sit down with Sadie St. Lawrence, founder of HMCI, to explore th...
Building More Accurate, Trustworthy AI Agents (w/ Stephanie Valarezo)
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As AI agents become more powerful and widely adopted, enterprises face a new challenge: how to build them on a foundation of trustworthy, AI-ready dat...
Trends, Community, and Standing Out as an Analyst in 2025 (w/ Dustin Schimek)
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The analytics industry is evolving faster than ever, and staying ahead requires more than technical expertise—it takes community building, internal ...
Business 101 for Data Professionals (w/ Jordan Morrow)
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Data professionals often excel at technical skills but struggle to connect their work to broader business goals. In this show, we're joined by Jordan ...
Creating Tools and Working with Data in Finance (w/ Matt Dancho)
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a passion for data science meets the fast-paced world of stock trading? In this episode, we're joined by Matt Dancho, Founder of Bus...
More Than a Brand: Turning Your Data Expertise Into a Real Product (w/ Scott Taylor)
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In business, ideas don't stand alone; they have to be communicated effectively to drive action. Whether through reports, presentations, or product pit...
From FAANG to Entrepreneurship: Building a Career with Impact (w/ Christina Stathopoulos)
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking away from the corporate ladder to carve your own path is a journey filled with challenges, growth, and unexpected rewards. In this episode, w...
Building Your Network in Data: Communities, Hackathons & Career Growth (w/ Yujian Tang)
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Data science isn't just about models and code—it's about people, connections, and shared knowledge. From online forums to in-person hackathons, comm...
The Future of Analytics in the Age of Agentic AI (w/ Vin Vashishta)
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Agentic AI is here, but what is it? What are the differences between the traditional LLMs and this new agentic AI we're hearing about? With AI systems...
No Data Left Behind: Strategies for Working with All Data Types (w/ Harpreet Sahota)
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to level up your analytics game and tackle the challenges that come with data-heavy projects? In this episode, Harpreet Sahota, a data s...
How AI is Changing Analytics: What's New and What Stays the Same (w/ Ravit Jain)
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world of analytics, but how much of the job is changing? In this episode, we explore the AI-powered future...
Crushing Your Analyst Interview Insider Interview Tips & Portfolio Projects (w/ Nick Singh)
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to land your dream analytics job? In this episode, we sit down with Nick Singh—author, career coach, and Founder of DataLemur—to share insid...
The People Side of Analytics: Mastering Communication (w/ Tiankai Feng)
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to elevate your data career, mastering communication is key…and to do that, you do not want to miss this show about the people side of a...
Setting Yourself Up for Success as an Analyst (w/ Jason Krantz)
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you stand out as an analyst or gain the support you need to succeed? Join Jason Krantz, a renowned analytics leader, in this eye-opening sessio...
Breaking Silos & Working Cross Functionally For Success in Analytics (w/ Eric Sims)
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Collaboration is key in analytics, but working with product, sales, and developer teams can often feel like navigating different worlds. In this episo...
Augmenting Your Work and Personal Life with Artificial Intelligence (w/ Michael Tiffany)
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're interested in AI but not sure if you're leveraging it to its full potential, this show is for you. Michael Tiffany, Founder and CEO of Fulcr...
Build a Strong Career in Data: Career Advice from the New Host of Mavens of Data
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to build a strong career in data, this show is for you. We welcomed the new face of Mavens of Data, Kristen Kehrer, who shared her best ad...
How to Land Your First Data Job with No Experience (w/ Elijah Butler)
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're trying to transition into a data career and are struggling to get your first job offer, this one is for you. Elijah Butler is here to help y...
How to Move Into Data Science & Analytics (w/ Andrew Jones)
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking to transition into a career in Data Science or Data Analytics, this one is for you! In this episode with Data Science Infinity Found...
Transitioning Into a Data Career (w/ Chris Mengel & Clay Cooper)
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to transition into a data career, this one is for you! In this episode, you'll hear from two Maven Analytics Hall of Famers, Chris Mengel...
How to Leverage Your Data Skills on Product Teams (w/ Bethany Lyons)
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you'll get to hear from former Tableau Product Manager Bethany Lyons about the importance of having product skills on data teams. Bet...
How to Use Decision Science to Make Data Based-Decisions (w/ Matthew Brandt)
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of simply answering stakeholder questions, not knowing where or how it ends up being used? Do you want to earn your seat at the table of...
An Introduction to Data Strategy (w/ Dylan Anderson)
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're considering a career as a Data Strategy Consultant or just want to learn more about what that is, then this one is for you! In this episode,...
An Introduction to Financial Modeling (w/ Giles Male)
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you work in data or are trying to break into a data career, you might want to consider adding some Financial Modeling skills to your tool kit. In t...
The Skills You Need to Thrive in Data (w/ Annie Nelson, Eevamaija Virtanen & Lis Vinueza)
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Data careers can be awesome! Challenging work, solid comp, flexibility, and opportunities to learn constantly are just some of the things that make a ...
Navigating the Data Career Ladder (w/ Andrew Madson)
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're early in your data career or still trying to break in, you've probably got questions about the path ahead and how you can advance to more se...
How to Use LinkedIn to Supercharge Your Data Career (w/ Ian Klosowicz & Lauren Rosenthal)
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trying to break into a data career in today's job market can be hard. One thing that can help more than anything else is networking and becoming acti...
Why You Need A Personal Brand in Data (w/ Kate Strachnyi & Andreas Kretz)
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Building a strong personal brand is your ticket to standing out from your competition in today's difficult job market. During this episode, you'll lea...
Best Practices for Working with Stakeholders (w/ Madison Schott)
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Working effectively with stakeholders is a critical skill for any data professional. It can be hard, especially when you're working with folks outside...
Today's Data Analyst Job Market: How To Win In 2024 (w/ John David Ariensen)
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The data analytics job market seems more competitive than ever right now. In this episode, John David Ariansen talks about the state of hiring, his r...
Make Power BI Your Data Analysis Superpower (w/ Aaron Parry)
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Power BI is one of the hottest data analysis tools in today's job market. In this episode, Aaron Parry will talk about why Power BI is in such high de...
Data Analyst or Data Scientist: Career Path Deep Dive (w/ Chris Bruehl & Alice Zhao)
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For years, Data Analysts and Data Scientists have been two of the most in-demand roles. In this show, Chris Bruehl and Alice Zhao will talk about the ...
Founder Fireside: Live With Chris Dutton | Mavens of Data
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You might think you know Maven Analytics and its Founder, Chris Dutton. But do you know the whole story? During this show, Chris will talk about how a...
How To Build The Most In-Demand Data Skills (w/ Luke Barousse & Kelly Adams)
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's analytics and data science job market seems to be as competitive as it's ever been. So it's more important than ever to know what employers ar...
Every Data Professional Needs To Learn SQL (w/ Thais Cooke)
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SQL is one of the most widely used data analysis tools around, often discussed as a cornerstone for Data Analysis, Data Science, and Data Engineering ...
AI Hype vs Reality: A Friendly Debate (w/ Lindsay Murphy & Colleen Tartow)
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will AI completely revolutionize the way we work as data professionals? Or is it overhyped? In this episode, Lindsay Murphy and Colleen Tartow will t...
How to Build A Winning Data Analyst Resume (w/ Albert Bellamy)
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to improve your resume to start getting employers' attention and booking job interviews, this one is for you! In this episode, Albert Bell...
Accelerate Your Data Career: Specialization & Personal Branding (w/ Jess Ramos)
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are working in or trying to break into data and want to learn how to fast-track your career, this one is for you! In this episode, Jess Ramos (...
Data Engineering & Data Science Careers (w/ Joe Reis)
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're working on or trying to break into a career in Data Science or Data Engineering, this one is for you. In this episode, Data Engineering expe...
How to Land Your First Analytics Engineering Role (w/ Madison Schott)
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Analytics Engineering is one of the hottest career paths in data today, but many struggle to understand how to break in and where they should focus. I...
Leading Data Teams in the Age of AI (w/ Joe Squire)
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode you'll hear best practices for building and leading analytics teams, the impact AI is already making on the industry, and how data tea...
Using Excel as the Ultimate Data Analysis Tool (w/ Sonali Kumar & Chris French)
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Microsoft Excel is the most widely used data analysis tool on the planet, but somehow it doesn't get the love it deserves. In this episode, Sonali ...
Effective Data Governance Strategies For Organizations (w/ George Firican)
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data governance is more important than ever today, but it's something a lot of companies still struggle with. During this live show, George Firican ...
Data Career Lessons & AI Insights (w/ Megan Bowers)
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Bowers has had a fascinating career path. She studied Industrial Engineering before landing in data where she's held roles as an Analyst, Senior...
Telling Your Data Story (w/ Scott Taylor - The Data Whisperer)
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Analytics and Data Science departments, we've got a pretty good sense for why investing in data is important for any organization. But how well ...
Level Up from Data Analyst to Senior Analyst (w/ Drew Mooney & Katie Underwood)
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to elevate your career and advance from Analyst to Sr. Analyst and beyond? In this episode, you'll hear from two fantastic Analytics ...
Delivering An Effective Data Presentation (w/ Christopher Chin)
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being able to present your analysis and convince your teammates to take action is a huge part of the job for any Data Analyst or Data Scientist. But f...
5 Pro Tips for Identifying & Cleaning Dirty Data (w/ Susan Walsh - The Classification Guru)
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data quality is the foundation of everything we do as Data Analysts and Data Scientists. So why do so many organizations suffer from dirty data? And w...
How to Land Your First Data Role (w/ Annie Nelson & Ian Klosowicz)
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A data career is an amazing path. Once you're inside, you have good job prospects, fun and challenging work, constant opportunities to learn, solid co...
The Future of AI in Data (w/ "Alex the Analyst")
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of Data Analysts and Data Scientists are worried about how AI will impact their careers and the future of the industry. Is AI coming for our job...
The Skills Every Data Analyst Needs (w/ Matt Mike)
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To build a successful career in data, you need to focus on the right skills. You need to focus on skills that will open doors, make you job-ready, hel...
Build & Grow Your Personal Brand in Data (w/ Kate Strachnyi & Kristen Kehrer)
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having a strong personal brand is one of the best things you can do to stand out from your competition in today's difficult job market. In this e...
Welcome to Mavens of Data!
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Mavens of Data! An expert-led, weekly live show featuring top data professionals hosted by the team at Maven Analytics. Register for free t...