In this episode, we sit down with Gigi Levens, data architect and strategist, to explore the evolving relationship between AI and data—and the growing tension between automation, ethics, and human decision-making.

What happens when AI doesn’t just support decisions, but starts making them? Gigi brings over a decade of experience across data engineering, analytics, and governance to discuss the future of data-driven business, the risks of blindly trusting AI, and how storytelling can make or break your dashboards.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why co-creation between data teams and business leaders is essential
✅ The difference between automation and true AI—and why it matters
✅ How companies can protect themselves in the age of deepfakes
✅ What makes a dashboard useful (hint: it’s not just the graphs)
✅ How data professionals should prepare for the next wave of AI
✅ Why data governance will be the foundation of future innovation

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
03:01 The Evolution of Data Management and Automation
06:01 Understanding Data-Driven Decision Making
09:12 The Disconnect Between Data Professionals and Business Leaders
14:01 The Role of AI in Decision Making
16:53 Ethics and AI: The Human Element
20:57 The Risks of Blindly Following AI Strategies
24:03 The Future of AI in Executive Decision Making
28:00 Deepfakes & Verifying Truth in a Post-Reality World
32:48 Data Security, Company Culture & Employee Awareness
38:32 Data Governance & Compliance in a Changing Landscape
41:09 From Visualization to Storytelling: Making Data Human
47:43 Bridging Data & Business Through Co-Creation
51:16 Why Most Dashboards Fail (and How to Fix Them)
55:29 Will AI Kill or Transform Data Jobs?
01:01:19 Upskilling for the Future of Data
01:07:24 Looking Ahead: Gigi’s Projects and Predictions

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In this episode, we sit down with Aleta Verrips, B2B Marketing Strategist at Red Panda Works, to explore the seismic shifts happening in B2B marketing. From the fall of gated content and MQLs to the rise of AI-driven tools and “dark funnel” strategies, Aleta shares how her team is staying ahead in an era where value and trust matter more than ever.

What happens when traditional lead generation stops working? How do you measure success in a privacy-first, low-data world? Aleta delivers fresh insights and actionable advice for any marketer looking to survive—and thrive—in the future of tech-driven marketing.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why traditional marketing tactics are failing—and what works instead
✅ How to build visibility and trust without spamming your audience
✅ The power of repurposing content and AI tools for scale
✅ How Red Panda Works embraces innovation through Smart Sessions and tooling culture
✅ Critical skills for marketers entering the “dark funnel” era

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:40 Navigating the Evolving B2B Marketing Landscape
05:21 The Importance of Value in Marketing
10:10 Adapting to AI and Automation in Marketing
15:20 The Future of Search: AI vs. Google
20:24 Strategies for Staying Ahead in Marketing
25:12 Innovations in Marketing Technology
30:40 Essential Skills for Modern Marketers
35:53 Successful Campaigns: A Case Study
39:18 Advice for C-Level Executives and Future Marketers

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#B2BMarketing #FutureOfTech #AletaVerrips #MarketingInnovation #DigitalMarketing #AIInMarketing #DarkFunnel #ContentStrategy #RedPandaWorks #MarketingTrends #Automation #ModernMarketing

In this episode, we sit down with Barry Luijbregts, founder of Podhome.fm, to explore the future of podcasting, AI’s growing role in content creation, and the deeper connection between technology and reality.

Will AI take over podcasting? Can quantum computing and automation revolutionize the way we work? And is technology shaping our perception of reality more than we realize? Barry shares his bold insights on how audio storytelling remains powerful, the rapid advancements in AI, and whether machines can ever develop true consciousness.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why audio storytelling resonates deeply with humans—and why AI still can’t match it
✅ How AI is automating podcasting tasks like transcripts, chapters, and metadata
✅ Why AI won’t replace human podcasters anytime soon
✅ The impact of quantum computing and AI on the future of work and automation
✅ The philosophical connection between technology, creativity, and the nature of reality

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
03:59 The Evolution of Podcasting and Learning
09:00 The Unique Power of Audio Content
12:06 The Role of AI in Podcasting
15:56 The Future of AI and Human Interaction
19:48 The Next Decade: AI, Hardware, and Regulations
25:22 The Quantum Computing Revolution
28:38 The Future of Work and Automation
34:13 Creativity and Consciousness in Technology
39:01 The Role of Technology in Shaping Reality
46:56 The Future of Podcasting and Communication

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#Podcasting #AI #FutureOfTech #QuantumComputing #Automation #TechInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Consciousness #AIinMedia #FutureOfWork