Talk Tech with Data Dave
Episodes
Why Data Projects Fail
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do data projects fail so often? Explore the role of people, process, and data quality in driving real success beyond just technology.
Data Lakes vs Data Warehouses Explained (Part 2)
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How do data lakes and data warehouses work together? Discover how organizations explore raw data and turn it into structured insights.
Data Lakes vs Data Warehouses Explained
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Understand the key differences between a data lake vs data warehouse and how they impact data management strategies.
Strategic Mindset vs Technical Depth: Finding Balance
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is success driven by technical depth or strategy? Data Dave explores the balance teams need for lasting impact.
How to Identify Your Critical Data Elements
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover what makes Critical Data Elements essential, how to identify them, and why they’re the foundation of effective data management.
Beyond the Algorithm: Q&A with Data Dave
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Data Dave and Alexis tackle listener questions on unstructured data, bad AI training, MDM, and measuring when data is “good enough.”
Healthcare Data, Risk & Ownership Explained
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how healthcare leaders tackle cybersecurity, third-party risk, and patient data ownership- diving deeper with Ed Gaudet, CEO of Censinet.
What D3Clarity Really Does — Explained Simply
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Earin Persson joins Alexis to explain what D3Clarity really does—using simple stories and real client examples anyone can understand.
Higher Ed vs. Workforce Readiness
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is college still job-ready? Data Dave, Alexis & BCamp’s Richard Carey explore education, motivation & real-world skills in today’s workfor...
Staff Augmentation: Smart Scaling for Tech Teams
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast episode on staff augmentation and IT team strategy featuring Alexis and Preston Gregg of D3Clarity.
Optimizing Ecom Growth with Sabir’s 8D Framework
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AWS Cloud Security: 3 Common Mistakes to Fix
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harnessing AI for Neurodivergent Productivity
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon Connect: Smarter, Scalable Call Centers
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cloud Integration in Action: Real Use Cases
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore how cloud integration powers digital twins, AI, and real-time analytics in this episode of Talk Tech with Data Dave.
AI Ethics, Governance & the Future of Digital Privacy
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alexis and Data Dave explore AI ethics, big tech responsibility, and the future of data governance in this listener-driven podcast episode.
Chef to Cybersecurity: Life Skills in a Digital Age
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From chef to cybersecurity pro—Taylor Hersom shares how life skills, mindset, and real-world experience shape success in data security.
Ontology vs. Taxonomy: How AI Uses Knowledge Graphs
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore ontology, taxonomy, and knowledge graphs in AI with Data Dave, Alexis, and Erik Lee. Learn how structured data powers business insights.
User-Owned Tech: Taking Back Control of Your Data
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how User Cooperative is revolutionizing tech ownership, putting data power and profits back into users' hands. Listen now to learn more!
AI for Small Businesses: Actionable Insights Made Easy
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how small businesses can leverage AI for actionable insights without in-house expertise. Practical tips from Data Dave and guest Preston Gregg!
Taxonomy & Metadata: Organizing Data with Erik Lee
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how taxonomy and metadata shape AI, search, and business. Data Dave and Erik Lee break it down with real-world examples and expert insights!
Balancing AI and Ethics: The Next 5 Years
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore how companies can balance AI innovation with data ethics, addressing bias, governance, and trust in decision-making. Tune in for key insights!
John Ladley on Data Governance and Its Future
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Ladley shares insights on data governance, its evolution, and why it's essential for businesses in this engaging episode of Data Dave Dives Deepe...
Data vs. Information Governance: Understanding the Difference
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the differences between data and information governance, their roles in business, and why governance is key to efficiency. Tune in for insight...
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Rose and Colette
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn practical tips for building data governance programs on a budget. Join industry experts as they share success stories, strategies, and creative ...
Data or Information?
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the difference between data and information in this episode of Talk Tech with Data Dave, as we break down key concepts to improve your underst...
Data Dave Dives Deeper with The Datanista
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Data Dave and The Datanista as they discuss data careers, AI readiness, and the importance of data quality in this insightful episode.
How does AI Learn and Make Decisions?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Talk Tech with Data Dave, discover how AI can learn and make decisions with decision trees and neural networks.
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Karen Lopez
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Data Dave, Alexis, and Karen Lopez as they dive into data ethics, AI in decision-making, the evolution of databases, and overcoming quality chall...
MDM, MDM, or MDM?
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the three meanings of "MDM"—Master Data, Metadata, and Mobile Device Management—and learn why context is key.
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Collin Graves
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Collin Graves shares his journey from military service to cloud tech, coding on a C130, and insights on AI in this episode of 'Data Dave Dives Deeper....
How do Companies Handle Compliance in the Cloud?
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alexis and Data Dave explore cloud compliance, from policies to security features, offering practical insights in this episode of 'Talk Tech with Data...
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Paula Reece
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paula Reece shares her journey from healthcare to pharmaceutical data management and the impact of AI in this episode of 'Data Dave Dives Deeper.
What is the role of encryption in data privacy?
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data Dave demystifies encryption's role in data privacy, revealing how it safeguards sensitive info in this episode of 'Talk Tech with Data Dave.'
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Anthony Algmin
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data Dave and Anthony Algmin discuss how data analytics drives smarter sports betting decisions on this episode of 'Data Dave Dives Deeper.'
What are the Benefits of Networking in the Cloud?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore cloud networking with Data Dave and Patrick Walsh. Learn about VPCs, VNets, and the benefits of scalable, secure cloud connectivity.
What is Data Literacy?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alexis and Data Dave redefine data literacy as 'data awareness,' making data accessible and less intimidating in this episode of 'Talk Tech with Data ...
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Justin Rende
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Rende discusses the rise of Rhymetec, SOC 2 compliance, and AI's future in cybersecurity on 'Data Dave Dives Deeper.'
What is a Data Governance Framework?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alexis and Data Dave explain data governance frameworks and how to customize them for your business on Talk Tech with Data Dave.
What is Master Data Management?
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Earin Persson breaks down master data management's impact on business strategy and savings in this must-listen episode of 'Talk Tech with Data Dave.'
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Kimberly Zink
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data Dave and Kimberly Zink discuss bridging law and IT, privacy, and compliance in data management on Data Dave Dives Deeper.
What was the hottest topic at Enterprise Data World?
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Wilkinson shares insights from Enterprise Data World 2024 on AI, machine learning, and data quality in this episode of 'Talk Tech with Data Dave'...
Why do organizations use a hybrid or multi-cloud approach?
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore hybrid vs. multi-cloud strategies with Data Dave. Learn cloud integration, data analytics, and more on Talk Tech with Data Dave.
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Shannon Kelly
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore data management and strategy with expert Shannon Kelly in this episode. Get insights on governance, efficiency, and collaboration.
Data Science vs Data Analytics: What's the difference?
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the differences between data science and data analytics! Understand how each field drives insights, with a focus on data quality and governanc...
How are we already using AI?
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore how AI quietly shapes our daily lives in this eye-opening episode, revealing both the perks and challenges of AI's influence.
Change Management: How Does it Connect to Data Governance?
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how change management drives data governance success! Learn to align standards, behaviors, and culture for effective data-driven strategies.
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Tom Redman
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into data with Data Dave and Tom “The Data Doc” Redman! Explore data's impact on business, its human side, and insights from new book, "Peopl...
What is My Digital Identity?
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore digital identity with Data Dave! Uncover how your data shapes your online persona and learn to protect it in a world of digital threats.
What Does "That" Mean?
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Decode digital acronyms with Data Dave! PCI, PII, IP, SSL, and more—learn what they mean and how they impact data security in this insightful episod...
Data Dave Dives Deeper with Monika Kapoor
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS: Join Data Dave Dives Deeper with Monika Kapoor! Explore data governance, career tips, and insights in this enlightening episode. Don't miss it!
Where is Data Going?
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the future of data with Data Dave! Discussing data growth, privacy, AI, and responsible management in this insightful episode of Talk Tech.
What is Data Governance?
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Live from DGIQ, explore "What is Data Governance?" with Data Dave and experts from O'Reilly, Right Triangle Consulting, and Moses and Singer.