Drinks ’N Data

By Shawn Helwig, Tony Dahlager

Drinks 'n Data is a weekly podcast where you will hear expertly crafted conversation that entertains and informs. If you are a "data leader" who wants real-world wisdom about how to successfully use d... more

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How many episodes does Drinks ’N Data have?

The podcast currently has 34 episodes available.

Drinks ’N Data episodes:

October 29, 2025 Episode 33: Data Strategy Best Practices & Coffee Talk (ft. John Swift)
The guys welcome John Swift to the podcast to talk data strategy. They caffeinate the conversation with a lively discussion about coffee!

Drinks Sponsor:
Black Rifle Coffee Company

Data Sponsor:
Analytics TO WIN®

Drink Mentions:
www.kaladicoffee.com

Other Mentions:
1) https://fortune.com/2025/08/18/mit-report-95-percent-generative-ai-pilots-at-companies-failing-cfo/
2) https://adsspot.me/media/tv-commercials/kpmg-school-bus-a3b89e85952b

DnD Proverb:
Sometimes Filtering is Required
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1h 22min
October 02, 2025 Episode 32: Are Dashboards Really Dead? & Vintage Cocktails
Shawn & Tony weigh in on the popular debate about whether or not dashboards are truly dead. The episode kicks off with a rundown of 15 vintage cocktails.

Drink & Data Sponsor:
assessIT.io

Drink Mentions:
https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/vintage-drinks/

Data Mentions:
Thoughtspot

DnD Proverb:
Vintage has it's Merits
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1h 19min
August 08, 2025 Episode 31: Data Project Pitfalls, Recent Recommendations & a "Host" of Changes (ft. Tony Dahlager)
The DnD Team is back from a summer break with a "host" of changes, including a new co-host! The guys discuss data project pitfalls and offer some recent drink recommendations.

Drink Sponsor:
MGFAA.com - Madison Group Fine Arts Appraisal

Data Sponsor:
assessIT.io

Drink Mentions:
Diet Coke; Hillsboro Brewing Leaping Lemur

Spending More isn't Always Better
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1h 7min
May 21, 2025 Episode 30: Qlik Connect 2025 Recap with Brian Booden from The Data Mix (ft. Brian Booden)
The guys put a wrap on Qlik Connect 2025 by chatting with Brian Booden from The Data Mix about key takeaways from this year's event. They kick off the episode with another tequila taste test.

Drinks Sponsor:
Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Data Sponsor:
Qlik

Drink Mentions:
Patron Anejo
Don Julio Anejo
Milagro Anejo

Other Mentions:
The Data Mix Podcast

Data Mentions:
Qlik

DnD Proverb:
Drinks 'n Data: Both are Better with Cheese

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42min
May 18, 2025 Episode 29: Data Strategy: The glue that joins AI analytics with effective data management & finally, a tequila taste test! (ft. Nick Magnuson & Sam Pierson)
Shawn & Kanon sit down with Qlik's Nick Magnuson and Sam Pierson at Qlik Connect to discuss how a data strategy serves as the glue that joins AI-driven analytics with effective data management. The episode begins with a fabulous blind tequila taste test.

Sponsor:
Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Drink Mentions:
Patron Anejo
Don Julio Anejo
Milagro Anejo

Data Mentions:
Qlick

DnD Proverb:
Drinks 'n Data: Different can be Better
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1h 10min
May 15, 2025 Episode 28: From Millions to Billions: A Data Success Story (ft. Robin Sarkar)
Robin Sarkar from Enstall Group joins the DnD guys in-person at Qlik Connect 2025 to share his story about using data to help grow the company from millions to billions. The insight from this episode will help any organization with their data-related efforts.

Drink Sponsor:
Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Data Sponsor:
Qlik Connect 2025

Drink Mentions:
Disney's Resort Blend Coffee
Bloody Mary's

Data Mentions:
Qlik

DnD Proverb:
Drinks 'n Data: Sometimes the Bad can be Made Good

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1h 13min
May 09, 2025 Episode 27: The Truth about Data Governance & Dutch Delights (ft. Jonathan Clarke)
Shawn welcomes special guest Jonathan Clarke, COO at assessIT.io to the show for a candid chat about the truth of Data Governance. For the drinks segment, they serve up some insights into the Dutch drinking culture!

Drink Sponsor: Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Data Sponsor: Qlik Connect 2025

Drink Mentions: Borrel = A Dutch term for an afternoon drink or informal social drink gathering
Dale's NA Pils - from Oskar Blues Brewery

Other Mentions: assessIT.io - Take Assessments. Get Results.

Data Mentions: assessIT.io
Qlik Data Catalog
Collibra
Purview

DND Proverb: Drinks 'n Data: Governance Mitigates Chaos
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1h 8min
April 16, 2025 Episode 26: Does AI for Analytics Really Work? & Bourbon Trail Tips (ft. Brendan Grady)
Shawn & Kanon welcome back Brendan Grady, the leader of Qlik's Analytic's business, to chat about the state of AI in the world of Analytics…what is working well and what can be done better. In the drinks segment they share tips for planning your own Bourbon Trail Trip.

Drinks Sponsor:
Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Data Sponsor:
Qlik Connect 2025

Spiritless Kentucky 74 Bourbon Whiskey
Gran Gala Liqueur

Drinks 'n Data: Artificial Enhancements can make them Better
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1h 13min
April 02, 2025 Episode 25: Managing Data Quality Debt & Conference Cocktail Stories (ft. Drew Clarke)
The guys welcome Drew Clarke, General Manager of Data Solutions at Qlik, to the show for a lively discussion about data quality debt…truly, it was lively. They kick off the episode with memories of past business meetings involving spirits.

Drinks Sponsor:
Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Data Sponsor:
Qlik Connect 2025

Drinks Mentioned:
Glenfiddich 12 yr scotch
Florida Man Douoble IPS - Cigar City Brewing
Ridge East Bench Zinfandel

Data Mentioned:
Qlik
Talend

DND Proverb:
Drinks 'n Data: Both Can Put you in Debt
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1h 10min
March 29, 2025 Episode 24: Data Engineering Shortcuts & Value Spirits
Is it worth it to take shortcuts with your data engineering efforts? Shawn and Kanon review the advantages and disadvantages. For the drinks segment, they recommend some great value spirits to help stretch your dollars in uncertain times.

Drink Sponsor:
Qlik Connect Conference
www.qlikconnect.com

Data Sponsor:
Qlik Connect 2025

Drinks Mentions:
1. Glenlivet 12 yr Scotch
2. Glenmorangie 10 yr Scotch
3. Erin 10yr Scotch
4. Laphroig 10 yr Scotch - earthy, peet forward
5. Johnnie Walker Black Scotch
6. Compass Box Whiskey
7. Four Roses Bourbon
8. Bardstown Bourbon
9. San Matias Legado Blanco Tequila
10. Kirkland Blanco Tequila
11. Altos Blanco Tequila

Data Mentions:
Stitch by Qlik (⁠www.stitchdata.com⁠)
Improvado
Databricks
Snowflake

DND Proverb:
Drinks 'n Data: Shortcuts can be Dangerous
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1h 18min

FAQs about Drinks ’N Data:

How many episodes does Drinks ’N Data have?

The podcast currently has 34 episodes available.