Boobesh Ramaurai on the Future of Data and AI

In this episode, I sit down with Boobesh Ramaurai of LatentView to explore the future of data and AI—from his early days in analytics to today’s transformative AI landscape. Boobesh shares how curiosity led him into the world of analytics back in 2006, why execution is more important than ideas, and how data-driven decision making is reshaping businesses across industries.

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We dive into the real-world impact of AI, the challenges organizations face when adopting data strategies, and what it means to build human-centered AI with responsibility and ethics in mind.

If you want expert insights into AI in business, responsible AI implementation, and the future of data and AI, this conversation is a must-listen.

➡️ Key Highlights

• Boobesh Ramaurai’s journey from analytics to AI leadership
• How businesses can harness data-driven decision making with AI
• Why execution beats ideas in the world of innovation
• The growing importance of human-centered AI and responsibility
• What’s next for the future of data and AI

🧾 Quotes from the Episode

“I always say that it is not the idea that really is valuable. It is the execution—that’s the magic and the secret sauce.” — Boobesh Ramaurai

“It was fascinating to see how people were using data and capturing data to answer business questions—that curiosity is what pulled me into AI.” — Boobesh Ramaurai

🔗 Where to find Boobesh Ramadurai

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/boobesh/
• LatentView's Website: latentview.com

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AI Hype vs. Reality: Ben Carle from FullStack on What’s Really Happening Behind the Scenes

In this episode, we sit down with Ben from FullStack to unpack the real story behind the AI wave sweeping the tech world.

Ben shares how developers, startups, and enterprise clients are grappling with generative AI—what’s working, what’s hype, and what actually delivers value.

From automating tedious tasks to empowering senior engineers, Ben gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how AI is quietly reshaping software development (and yes, some jobs too).

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We talk about why so many companies say, “My CEO told me to do something with AI”, how to build proof-of-concept projects without burning budgets, and why the best AI systems still need a human in the loop.

Ben’s insights are honest, practical, and surprisingly optimistic—even if you’re worried about robots writing all the code.

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✨ Unlock a Future Where AI Inspires Leadership—not Replaces It

Join us as host Dietmar brings you an insightful conversation with SuperShifts co-authors Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steven Fisher.

Together, we explore how AI-first leadership, systems thinking, and human-AI collaboration converge to reshape the way we lead and thrive in the age of intelligence.

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➡️ Key Highlights

• Understanding AI-First Leadership through the lens of SuperShifts
• The pandemic's role in inspiring new leadership frameworks and agile mindsets
• Blending human values with AI-powered decision-making
• Why systems thinking, foresight, and possibility are essential tools for modern leaders

🧾 Quotes from the Episode

- “The most successful leader won’t be the one who predicts the future—but the one who shapes it.”

- “In the Age of Intelligence, possibility itself becomes the most valuable capital.”

- “Our role as leaders is to bring humanity into the algorithm, not replace it.”

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00:00 Introduction – What is SuperShifts?

05:12 From Pandemic to Paradigm Shift: How SuperShifts Was Born

12:45 AI-First Leadership: Reimagining How We Lead

20:30 Human-AI Collaboration: Balancing Ethics and Innovation

28:10 Systems Thinking and SuperShifts Framework

35:00 Applied Strategies: Leading in the Age of Intelligence

🔗 Where to Find Ja-Naé Duane and Steven Fisher

• Dr. Ja-Naé Duane: Ja-Nae.IO
• Steven Fisher — StevenFisher.IO

And here you'll find:

SuperShifts: Transforming How We Live, Learn, and Work in the Age of Intelligence

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What does AI have to do with MongoDB—and why does it matter for the future of work, creativity, and our very idea of “productivity”? In this episode, Richmond Alake from MongoDB joins us for a wide-ranging, insightful conversation on everything from the basics of machine learning to the future of vector databases and agentic AI systems. Richmond explains how large language models think in structured formats like JSON (just like developers!)—and why that makes MongoDB uniquely positioned for the age of generative AI.

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We also talk about the philosophy of AI: what happens when machines take over the laborious parts of life? Could AI be humanity’s last invention—and what kind of future could that unlock for us? Richmond shares his personal journey from bored developer to full-stack engineer to AI educator, plus how he’s using ChatGPT and Claude not just for coding, but for learning Japanese and debating ideas. And yes, we get into doomerism, overengineering with LLMs, and whether the word "work" might disappear entirely one day.

Want to get more insights from Richmond? Connect to him on LinkedIn 🚀 or go directly to MongoDB to see how they can help you!

And here is the article Richmond mentions, "Demystifying AI Agents: A Guide for Beginners"

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In this episode, Greg Shove—founder of Section School—joins us to talk about how AI isn't just a tool, it's your new thought partner. From running board meetings with ChatGPT to using AI for medical insights and daily productivity, Greg shares how he's fully integrated AI into his professional and personal life. You'll hear how he's transforming business education with AI-powered coaching, what makes ProfAI different from typical courses, and why interface friction is becoming unacceptable in the age of intelligent systems.

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Greg also unpacks how leaders can guide their teams through the AI transition, how age and mindset affect adoption, and why the future of upskilling lies in personalized, real-time coaching—not webinars. Oh, and we dig into everything from Claude’s writing skills to whether a Terminator scenario keeps Greg up at night (spoiler: it doesn’t).

Where can you find Greg and Section:

- Connect to Greg on LinkedIn

- Or go to SectionSchool and get free courses here!

- Want to meet ProfAI? Get an appointment with the Prof here!

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Michael Sacca (Leadpages) on AI-powered landing pages, personalization, and the future of search 🚀

In this conversation, Michael Sacca shares how Leadpages is weaving AI landing page optimization into real marketing workflows - from personalization that actually moves the needle to what Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) means for search and conversions.

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💡 Highlights

• How AI landing page optimization boosts conversion rates with smarter on-page decisions 🤖
• Practical ways to implement AI-driven personalization without overwhelming your stack
• Why AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) matters as search shifts to assistants and LLMs 🔎
• Navigating privacy & data considerations when deploying AI
• The future roadmap for AI inside SaaS marketing tools 🚀

⚡Quotes from the Episode

"Can AI be an analyzer of customer data, a designer, or even a generator of entire assets? That’s what we’re experimenting with—expanding from just a landing page builder into a conversion optimization platform, with AI at the heart of that story.” - Michael Sacca

“If we can get you the answer faster, we can increase conversions.” - Michael Sacca

“One exciting use case is syncing ad creative with landing page optimization. Imagine designing a page, having ads produced, and feeding both into a system that constantly optimizes them together. That’s where we’re heading.” - Michael Sacca

🧾 Chapters

00:00 Introduction – Dietmar Fischer welcomes Michael Sacca from Leadpages

05:17 Making AI accessible for SMBs in landing page optimization

10:28 Building an AI-first landing page builder

15:37 The exciting shift in Martech and AI adoption

20:59 Exploring personalization and customer experience challenges

26:09 Conversational landing pages and chatbots in Beta

31:19 The cusp of transformation: AI’s role in marketing workflows

36:39 Lessons from 13 years of Leadpages and the future outlook

41:45 Closing remarks and where to find Michael Sacca

Where to find Michael Sacca:

🔗 Website: leadpages.com

🧑‍🦰 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelsacca

🙅 X/Twitter: x.com/michaelsacca

🎙️ "On the Record" Podcast: lp.leadpages.com/podcast/

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In this episode of Beginner’s Guide to AI, host Dietmar Fischer sits down with Jeetu Patel, one of the most respected voices in enterprise technology, to explore leadership and innovation in the age of AI.

From his early journey at Box to his executive leadership at Cisco, Jeetu shares a unique perspective on how leaders can adapt, inspire, and build AI-first organizations that thrive in times of rapid change.

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Whether you’re an executive, innovator, or simply curious about the future of leadership with AI, this episode will challenge your thinking and spark new ideas about the future of work.

🔑 Episode Highlights

AI Leadership Strategies: How leaders can empower people, not replace them.

• Innovation in the Age of AI: Opportunities and challenges for executives.
• Building AI-First Organizations: Why starting today is critical for tomorrow.
• Future of Work: Leadership lessons from tech executives who’ve lived digital transformation.

💬 Quotes from the Episode

“Leadership in the age of AI isn’t about replacing people — it’s about empowering them to innovate faster and smarter.” — Jeetu Patel

“If you’re not building your organization to be AI-first today, you’ll be playing catch-up tomorrow.” — Jeetu Patel

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome with Jeetu Patel
00:21 Why Jeetu Patel Chose AI
02:56 Cisco, Infrastructure, and the AI Rush
09:02 AI Education and Adoption at Scale
16:18 How Jeetu Patel Personally Uses AI
26:46 Leadership Lessons and Transformation
28:12 Meta-Prompting and Asking Better Questions
42:15 Innovation and Leadership in the Age of AI
54:33 Personal Reflections and Closing Thoughts

🌐 Where to find Jeetu Patel

You can find Jeetu on LinkedIn

And, you can find Cisco at, yes, Cisco.com 😉

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In this episode, Yvette Schmitter unpacks the uncomfortable truth about modern AI: how convenience turns citizens into data points.

We go deep on AI privacy, data ethics, and the industry incentives that drive data brokers, invasive biometrics, and “consent theater” in Terms of Service.

Yvette blends engineering chops with no-nonsense clarity to show what needs to change—and what you can do today.

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Key highlights:

• AI privacy explained in real-world terms—what you trade away when you click Accept

• Data brokers 101: how your info is collected, bundled, and resold

• The “action figure” experiment: a vivid story about bias and representation in AI imagery

• Biometrics and identity: faces, voice prints, and why “frictionless” can be risky

• Regulatory theater vs. meaningful guardrails—and where pro-innovation actually fits

• Banks, voice recognition, and moving money: the security-privacy tradeoff

  
  

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• “Pro-innovation. I love innovation. I’m anti-bullshit.”

• “Since we don’t buy votes, why would we buy people’s data?”

  
  

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00:00 Introductions and Setup
03:27 The Consent Illusion & Data Brokers: Turning People into Data Points
04:40 The “Action Figure” AI Fail & Biometrics and Identity
12:59 Terms of Service – Read Before You Play
19:59 Regulatory Theater and Real-World Harms
24:03 Pro-Innovation vs Guardrails – Finding the Line
45:59 Banks, Voice Recognition, and Moving Money
56:49 Final Thoughts – Sensible Guardrails for AI Startups

Where to find Yvette Schmitter
You can contact her via LinkedIn, or the Fusion Collective website 🚀

post⁠ on being “Huang’d” by ChatGPT when she asked it to turn her into a “Cloud Jedi." Also a recent Substack ⁠article⁠ that takes it a step further. 

- EU AI Code of Conduct: 26 companies signed, META did not 

- Layoff data, the numbers:

• Microsoft laid off 19,175 people  

• IBM was refreshingly honest about replacing 200 HR employees with chatbots 

• Intel cut 33,900 jobs, 20% of their workforce, while pivoting to AI services. 

- The Register: Attributed by Hood to 'go-to-market execution challenges'

- Channelweb: "Microsoft CFO Amy Hood said that non-AI Azure sales saw 'go-to-market execution challenges' in the vendor's 'scale motion"

- SiliconANGLE: "causing the Microsoft stock price to fall more than 4% in extended trading"

- Yahoo Finance: "Microsoft shares tumbled as much as 5% in extended trading Wednesday"

- Check out this graphic depicting tech companies with the largest layoffs in 2025

- Microsoft: Amy Hood's "Go-to-Market Execution Challenges" Quote:$22.6 Billion Capital ExpenditureGeekWire: "For the quarter, Microsoft reported capital expenditures of $22.6 billion, a new record high"Stock Drop & Market Reaction."
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AI isn’t the future — it’s right now. In this episode, Christopher Penn joins me to break down what most companies get wrong about artificial intelligence, why ChatGPT is just the engine (not the car), and how ego — not tech — is the biggest roadblock to real innovation.

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We dig into job loss, the myth of SEO being “dead,” the hidden dangers of AI in warfare, and how every nation can catch up by leveraging open-source models.

Christopher shares how he uses AI personally, what businesses should really be optimizing for, and the surprising reason why most leaders are still stuck in 2010 thinking.

Fast, sharp, and deeply practical — this one’s a must-listen.

Connect directly to Chris Penn or go to Trustinstights to find out how you can leverage AI for your business 🚀

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Unlocking the Power of AI in Marketing with Kasper Sierslev

How is artificial intelligence transforming the way we approach marketing? In this episode, we dive deep with Kasper Sierslev, founder of Zite, to uncover the real-world opportunities and challenges of AI in marketing.

Discover how forward-thinking brands are leveraging AI tools to spark creativity, streamline campaigns, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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💡 Key Highlights:

• Kasper Sierslev shares his journey and unique perspective on embedding AI into marketing strategies

• Top AI tools for marketers and how to use them for impactful results

• The importance of a human-centric approach to AI in marketing

• Insights on the future of AI and how brands can stay ahead

• Actionable advice for marketers looking to adopt AI today

🧾 Quotes from the Episode:

“It’s not super easy sitting on the other side doing creative work and just saying, ‘We made this great film, look how funny it is.’ That’s gut feeling, it’s opinions. For almost 20 years now, creativity and branding has lost a lot.”
- Kasper Sierslev

“I think it’s super easy to do something now, but we don’t really have the big AI tech companies here yet. Maybe that’s because of copyright laws or the lawsuits happening at the moment. Still, we can build on top of the bigger models and protect what we’re doing as it goes back into the loop.”
Kasper Sierslev

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00:00 Introduction & Kasper Sierslev's Background

04:00 AI Tools for Marketers

08:00 Creativity, Branding & AI

15:00 Human-Centric AI in Marketing

25:00 Real-World AI Marketing Case Studies

33:00 Challenges & Cultural Shifts in Advertising

41:00 The Future of AI in Marketing

50:00 Practical Advice for Marketers

🔗 Where to find Kasper Sierslev:

• LinkedIn

• Zite Website, where you also find the In-house Barometer!

  
  

  
  

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