As we launch season 10, your favorite semi-sentient British AI co-host returns to the microphone alongside Frank La Vigne for a compelling exploration of what it truly means to be a data-driven organization.

In this episode, Frank sits down with Sebastian Wernicke, author of "Data Inspired" and renowned expert in data and AI strategy, to discuss why turning data into action remains a formidable challenge for so many organizations.

Together, they dive into the enduring gap between data insights and meaningful change, the crucial role of leaders in fostering cultures of evidence and inquiry, and why technology alone won’t move the needle without the buy-in—and sometimes the irrationality—of humans.

From the evolution of data culture and the pitfalls of management by numbers, to the psychological barriers that lead to "data frustration," this episode offers a candid, nuanced look at the real obstacles standing in the way of better decisions.

Sebastian Wernicke on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wernicke/

Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/2qP4p0YKxI8

Data Inspired (affiliate link) - https://amzn.to/4xkCuBV

Imagine waking up to find a thousand AI agents silently making decisions across your company—and no one knows exactly what they're accessing.

In this episode of Data Driven, hosts Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard sit down with Ron Longo, CEO of Trustlogix, to explore the evolving landscape of AI governance, security, and data engineering. As enterprises race to integrate AI at unprecedented speed, the noise and confusion have never been greater. Ron Longo unveils the concept of the AI control plane with a "kill switch," discusses the real-world challenges of securing both human and non-human agents, and explains why classic best practices—like least privilege and prompt engineering—are more important than ever in an era where machines operate at breakneck pace.

Join us as we dive into how Trustlogix keeps enterprise data safe, why innovation must balance with protection, and what it takes to build systems resilient enough for the next wave of AI-driven change. Whether you’re a data engineer, business leader, or just AI-curious, this episode brings practical insights and lively stories from the front lines of AI governance.

• Ron's LinkedIn profile -https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronlongo/
• TrustLogix Web site -https://www.trustlogix.ai/
• TheDingo -https://www.thedingo.ai/

00:00 Managing data security threats

05:08 Developing the kill switch concept

07:20 Enforcing least privilege access

12:43 AI communication challenges and best practices

15:40 Revoking agents and data access

19:25 AI kill switch for security

22:00 Managing data access with control plane

25:59 Applying AI to complex environments

29:45 Discussing data engineering basics

32:16 Language experts' unique advantage

33:49 Creating an app with Claude AI

37:09 Balancing AI and security in enterprises

43:43 AI's impact on job roles

44:51 Learning from Air Force RFP

In this episode, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI in the financial sector.

Frank La Vigne and Candace Gillhoolley are joined by Daniel Yoo, founder and CEO of Finmate AI, a company at the forefront of custom agentic AI solutions for financial advisors.

Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is transforming internal operations for advisors, the surprising openness of the finance industry to new data practices, and the commodification of once elite services thanks to advanced automation. The conversation also unpacks industry challenges, from regulatory hurdles to the shifting pipeline of talent in both engineering and finance.

Whether you're interested in the technical underpinnings of agentic AI, policy changes in fintech, or the broader societal implications of AI-driven automation, this episode is packed with insights for data and finance professionals alike.

• Daniel on LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/smyoo/
• FinMate's Websitehttps://finmate.ai/
• Watch this episode on YouTube -https://youtu.be/NV5zOiOXhI0

00:00 Industry's response to data policies

03:28 The closure of White's Ferry

09:14 Improving AI for form filling

11:19 Releasing new Notetaker features

14:49 Different approaches to technology integration

18:33 Comparing tool to movie exo suit

23:04 Human capital in financial industry

24:34 AI assisting financial advisors

28:58 AI automating podcast tasks

30:20 Challenges in AI development costs

35:15 Son opting out of computer class

39:47 Early computing and gaming memories

41:03 Convincing parents about computer science

44:10 Finding Finmate AI online