We’re back! In this episode of Alter Everything, Josh Burkhow sits down with Ari Kaplan, Head of Evangelism at Databricks and a pioneer of AI in sports. From building operating systems as a kid and studying at Caltech to transforming baseball analytics and now shaping enterprise AI strategy, Ari shares how physics-inspired thinking, relentless curiosity, and better data have driven his career. They explore the evolution from databases to generative AI, common mistakes organizations make with GenAI, why data engineering matters more than prompt engineering, and how true evangelism is about planting seeds and not pushing hype.

Panelists

• Ari Kaplan, Head of Evangelism @ Databricks – LinkedIn
• Joshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx – @JoshuaB, LinkedIn

Topics

• Databricks
• Major League Baseball analytics & the Moneyball era
• AI in sports, healthcare, and enterprise
• Generative AI & data engineering foundations
• Data + AI governance
• Raoul Wallenberg humanitarian investigation
• Alter Everything podcast

We’re back! Explore the future of artificial intelligence in the year 2026 with Patrick McGarry, Federal Chief Data Officer at ServiceNow, and Dr. Jupiter Bakakeu, Lead Generative AI Technologist at Alteryx. This milestone 200th episode examines the critical shift from AI as an answer machine to AI as an autonomous work agent capable of executing tasks independently. Learn about the four characteristics of AI agents (perceive, reflect, act, learn), discover which tasks organizations should and shouldn't delegate to AI, and understand why modernization, trust, and governance matter more than model selection. 

Panelists:

• Patrick McGarry, Federal Chief Data Officer @ ServiceNow - LinkedIn
• Jupiter Bakakeu, Lead Generative AI Technologist @ Alteryx - LinkedIn
• Joshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx - @JoshuaB, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• ServiceNow
• Alteryx
• Data.world
• "Beyond the Algorithm" by Patrick McGarry (upcoming publication)

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Join us for a special farewell episode of the Alter Everything Podcast as we celebrate the impactful journey of host Megan Bowers. In this episode, Megan reflects on her career in data analytics, her experiences at Alteryx, and the evolution of the podcast. Discover insights on building a personal brand, the importance of networking in the data industry, and the future of data science and AI. Hear memorable stories from past episodes, expert interviews, and practical advice for data professionals. 

Panelists: 

• Michael Cusic, Sr. Learning Experience Designer @ Alteryx - @mikecusic, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Alteryx Community Blog Content
• Episode 194: AI and Data Pipelines
• Episode 134: Building Trust in AI with Fiddler
• Episode 140: Using Alteryx to Understand Climate Change
• Alteryx ACE program

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this episode of "Alter Everything," we sit down with Andrew Merrill, Alteryx product specialist and advocate, to explore best practices for integrating AI and LLMs into data analytics processes. Some topics we discuss include proven design patterns for generative AI, such as feedback loops, routing, and RAG architectures, and learn how to avoid common pitfalls like token overuse and data governance challenges. Andrew shares real-world use cases, tips for leveraging Alteryx Co-pilot, and strategies for prompt engineering to maximize workflow efficiency. 

Panelists: 

• Andrew Merrill, Alteryx Consultant - @CoG, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Alteryx Gen AI Tools
• Alteryx Co-pilot
• Alteryx Inspire

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Discover how Alteryx SparkED is transforming accounting education in this episode of the Alter Everything Podcast. Guest host Eric Roy interviews professors Ashley Davis (University of Oklahoma) and Ahmet Kurt (Bentley University) about integrating Alteryx into their accounting curricula. Learn how data analytics, automation, and low-code tools are preparing students for the future of accounting. Hear real-world stories of students landing jobs with Alteryx skills, practical tips for educators, and the impact of AI and automation on the profession. 

Panelists: 

• Eric Roy, Sr. Instructional Program Manager @ Alteryx - @ericroy, LinkedIn
• Ashley Davis, Associate Professor of Accounting @ University of Oklahoma - @adavis1, LinkedIn
• Ahmet Kurt, Associate Professor of Accounting @ Bentley University - @Ahmet_Kurt, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Alteryx SparkED Program
• Alteryx Community Learning Paths and Tutorials
• Alteryx Certification Exam

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Join us on the Alter Everything Podcast as we sit down with Olga Beregovaya, Vice President of AI at Smartling, to explore the evolving landscape of translation technology and AI model strategy. In this episode, Olga shares her 25+ years of experience in language technology, discusses the shift from rule-based to transformer models, and explains the importance of purpose-built AI models for translation.

Panelists: 

• Olga Beregovaya, VP of AI @ Smartling - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Smartling
• DeepL
• Google Vertex AI
• IBM Watsonx
• AWS Bedrock
• Azure OpenAI
• Scale AI
• TELUS International

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this episode, Michael Keiffer, an Alteryx training specialist and Alteryx ACE, shares his extensive experience in data analytics, particularly in internal audit. Michael discusses the pivotal role of data analytics in improving audit processes, highlighting the limitations of traditional sampling methods. Tune in to hear about the transformative potential of tools like Alteryx in automating and enhancing audit practices, saving auditors an incredible amount of time!

Panelists:

• Michael Keiffer, President/Owner @ Michael P. Keiffer, CPA, P.C. - @mkeiffer, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show Notes:

• Office of Finance Alteryx Starter Kit
• Interactive Lessons
• Alteryx & Excel Guide

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this Alter Everything Episode, we sit down with Nick Schrock, CTO and founder of Dagster Labs, to discuss the essentials of AI data readiness, the challenges organizations face in context engineering, and the importance of governance in AI-driven data workflows. If you choose to tune in, you will learn how to prepare your data for AI, implement effective data pipeline strategies, and navigate organizational AI mandates. 

Panelists: 

• Nick Shrock, Founder @ Dagster Labs - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Dagster Labs

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Join us as we sit down with Christina Stathopoulos, founder of Dare to Data and former Google and Waze data strategist, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for women in data science and AI. In this episode, you'll learn how data bias and AI algorithms can impact women and minority groups, why diversity in tech teams is crucial, and how inclusive design can lead to better, fairer technology. Christina shares her personal journey as a woman in data, offers actionable advice for overcoming imposter syndrome, and highlights the importance of education and allyship in building a more inclusive future for data and AI. 

Panelists: 

• Christina Stathopoulos, Founder of Dare to Data - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Dare to Data
• Diversity at Alteryx
• Invisible Women
• Unmasking AI

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Celebrate a decade of innovation, learning, and connection in the Alteryx Community! In this special 10th anniversary episode of Alter Everything, we hear from you as we explore the stories and milestones that have defined the Alteryx Community over the past ten years. Hear firsthand accounts from users like you (maybe even you reading this) whose lives and careers have been transformed through mentorship, career advancement, or lifelong friendships. This episode highlights the power of Community in the world of data analytics. Join us as we honor the people, stories, and achievements that make the Alteryx Community truly special.

Guests: 

• Matt Rotundo, Engagement Engineer @Alteryx - @AlteryxMatt, LinkedIn
• Alex Gross, Sr. Process Analyst @ Siemens - @grossal, LinkedIn
• Nicole Johnson, Sr. Manager Product Management @ Alteryx - @NicoleJ, LinkedIn
• Matt Montgomery, Data Sherpa @ Montgomery Solutions - @mmontgomery, LinkedIn
• Calvin Tang, Group Manager, Business Solutions & Enablement @ Prudential PLC - @Caltang, LinkedIn
• Samantha Clifton, Sr. Sales Engineer @ Alteryx - @Samantha_Jayne, LinkedIn
• Luke Cornetta, Sr. Director @ Alvarez and Marsal - @LukeC, LinkedIn
• Ben Stringer, Data Consultant @ Bulien - @BS_THE_ANALYST, LinkedIn
• Roan Pilsworth, Data Consultant @ Bulien - @pilsner, LinkedIn
• Alex Abi-Najm, Solutions and Enablement Lead @ Aimpoint Digital - @alexnajm, LinkedIn
• Shan Miralles, Quantitative Analyst @ JP Morgan Chase - @shancmiralles, LinkedIn
• Dan Menke, Community Ops Sr. Manager @ Alteryx - @DanM, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Inspire Conference
• Alteryx ACE Program
• Advent of Code
• Weekly Challenges and Cloud Quests
• Alteryx User Groups
• Alteryx Academy
• Alteryx Interactive Lessons
• Alteryx Certification
• SparkEd
• Road to Inspire

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This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.