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🎙️ Is the idea of implementing AI causing you stress?

In this episode, our CEO and founder, David Rice, sits down with Calvin Fuss, our Head of AI, to explore how trust, strategy, and communication shape the success (or failure) of AI initiatives. From building confidence to avoiding AI project failure, they break down what really makes AI work in the real world.

💡 Why listen?

Calvin shares where to begin with AI, the common traps that derail projects, and how to manage the risks that come with emerging tech. This episode is packed with insights for business leaders, data teams, and anyone navigating the AI landscape.

⏱️ Chapters

00:16 – An AI Wizard

02:23 – AI Use Case: Real-world impact

05:00 – Building Trust in AI: Snap’s approach

06:17 – Common Industry Pitfalls

13:08 – Talking to Your Data

18:27 – AI Risks

23:29 – Overhyped Trends

26:16 – Underrated Use Case

28:17 – Where to start with AI

👤 Featured Speakers

Calvin Fuss - Calvin Fuss | LinkedIn

David Rice - David Rice | LinkedIn

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#ArtificialIntelligence #AILeadership #EmergingTech #AIConversations #AIEthics

#DataConfidence

Cyber threats are evolving fast. Muhammad offers his take on how IT leaders can stay one step ahead.

In this episode, our CEO and founder David Rice, sits down with Muhammad, our Head of IT, to explore Muhammad’s inspiring career path from support desk to IT leadership. They dive deep into cybersecurity essentials, offering actionable advice for CIOs and organisations looking to strengthen their data protection strategies.

💡 Why listen?

From ransomware to social engineering, this episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about safeguarding their data.

⏱️ Chapters

00:21 – From Support Desk to Head of IT

01:57 – Cybersecurity: Why it matters more than ever

05:14 – Security vs Accessibility

06:50 – Keeping Your Data Safe

13:20 – Building a security-first culture

14:22 – Recommendations for Organisations

18:15 – Common Threats & Mitigation

20:49 – Ransomware

23:33 – Social Engineering

25:56 – A real-world example of social engineering

32:43 – Social Engineering as a Service? The dark side of innovation

👤 Featured Speakers

Muhammad Din - Muhammad Din | LinkedIn

David Rice - David Rice | LinkedIn

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#CyberSecurity #DataProtection #Ransomware #SocialEngineering #SecurityAwareness #ThreatMitigation #SecurityFirst

Think data governance is just about compliance? This episode will change your mind.

In this episode, our CEO and founder, David Rice sits down with Martin Wiley, Head of Data Governance at Snap Analytics, to unpack what data governance really means in today’s fast-moving, AI-driven world.

💡 Why listen?

With over 25 years of experience, Martin shares how to explain governance to stakeholders, build a scalable strategy, and avoid the costly risks of poor data practices. From best practices to real-world breaches, this episode is packed with insights for data leaders, CIOs, and anyone serious about building trust in their data.

⏱️ Chapters

00:24 – Martin’s 25-Year Career

01:10 – Why Data Governance Matters

04:27 – AI-Ready Data

08:02 – Explaining Governance to Stakeholders

12:13 – The Governance Journey: Where to start and how to scale

17:12 – Best Practices

21:35 – Risks Organisations Face

23:53 – Cautionary Tales

👤 Featured Speakers

Martin Whiley - Martin Whiley | LinkedIn

David Rice - David Rice | LinkedIn

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#DataGovernance #AIandData #DataStrategy #ResponsibleData #CIOInsights #TrustInData

Still relying on legacy BI tools? Discover how Sigma is helping teams move faster and smarter.

In this episode, our CEO and founder, David Rice is joined by Bruno Calver, Team Leader in Solutions Engineering at Sigma, for a dynamic conversation on how Sigma is reshaping the BI landscape. Whether you're exploring modern data platforms or wondering if Sigma is right for your organisation, this episode offers practical insights, real-world use cases, and a few surprises along the way.

Navigating digital change? Learn how data unicorns like Matillion are leading the way.

In this episode, our CEO, David Rice, sits down with Matthew Scullion, Founder and CEO of Matillion, to explore what it really takes to build a unicorn in the enterprise data space. From the early days of Matillion to the rise of AI-ready data strategies, this conversation is packed with insights for Chief Data Officers, CFOs, and enterprise leaders driving transformation.

💡 Why listen?

Find out more on how Matillion carved out a niche by building for data engineers, how they’re preparing enterprises for an AI-first future, and what it takes to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

⏱️ Chapters

00:18 – The Unicorn Mindset

01:49 – What Makes a Data Unicorn?

04:56 – What Separates Matillion’s Tech?

07:14 – Snap and Client Feedback

08:24 – Built for Data Engineers

11:39 – Matillion ETL

15:52 – What’s Changed Over the Years?

30:33 – Maia

32:43 – Staying Ahead of the Curve

39:55 – AI-Ready Data

48:10 – Super Intelligence: Should We Be Afraid?

55:32 – UK vs. Silicon Valley

👤 Featured Speakers

Matthew Scullion:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewscullion?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BoOYUT27%2BTRKO7W9meBt1tQ%3D%3D

David Rice:

www.linkedin.com/in/david-rice-84841914

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The latest episode of Snap Crackle & Pod explores how data and AI are transforming the consumer goods industry amid economic uncertainties. We chat remotely with Freddy Guard (Snowflake) and Tim Andrews (Snap Analytics) to discuss the importance of data agility, external data integration, and ESG trends. They highlight AI's growing role in customer service and operational efficiency, emphasizing collaboration between business and IT for successful adoption. Sustainability and data maturity are key focus areas for long-term growth.

Snap Analytics Co-Founder Jan Van Ansem joins us today, and we're thrilled to pick his brains about all things SAP (System Applications and Products in Data Processing), Data Analytics and AI.

We delve into the history and evolution of SAP processes and how things like AI and Cloud technologies have changed how Data Analytics works in this day and age.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/janvanansem/

bluefinsolutions.com/

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Welcome to Snap, Crackle & Pod!In this episode, Dr Isaac Ben Akiva talks to the CEO of Snap Analytics, David Rice about his experience of AI being a purely academic discipline in 1997, his PhD taught by the 'Godfather of AI" Geoffrey Hinton and the risks when AI goes wrong!

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/benakiva/

behavioural.ai

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