All In On Data Podcast

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how software is built, customized, and deployed. In this episode of All in on Data Pod, hosts Peter Memon and David Gleason explore the growing debate around the so-called “SaaS-pocalypse”—the theory that AI coding tools could replace software-as-a-service platforms. The conversation breaks down the fundamentals of SaaS (software as a service), why it be...

Why does generative AI feel so threatening to workers? In Episode 51 of All in on Data Pod, hosts Peter Memon and David Gleason break down a recent Harvard Business Review article titled Why Gen AI Feels So Threatening to Workers and explore the deeper psychological and organizational forces behind AI fear. They examine the three core psychological needs affected by AI adoption — competence, auton...

In Episode 50 of All in on Data Pod, David Gleason and Peter Memon tackle one of the most overlooked challenges in artificial intelligence: how workers develop judgment in the AI era. As AI automates repetitive tasks, companies may unintentionally eliminate the very experiences that build critical thinking, leadership skills, and decision-making capability. The hosts explore the limitations of hum...

Artificial intelligence just took a major leap forward with OpenClaw, the open-source AI orchestration layer that connects large language models like Claude, GPT, and Gemini directly to your computer. In this episode of All In On Data Pod, hosts David Gleason and Peter Memon break down what OpenClaw (formerly ClaudeBot and MoltBot) actually is, why it exploded in popularity, and what it reveals ab...

Artificial intelligence is changing how private equity firms source deals, conduct diligence, and make investment decisions. In this episode of All in on Data Pod , we break down the fundamentals of private equity before exploring how AI and modern data infrastructure are being used to filter opportunities, reduce noise, and help investors focus on the deals that truly fit their strategy. Rather t...

This best-of episode of All in on Data Pod brings together the most impactful conversations on data, artificial intelligence, and decision-making. From cutting through noise to understanding where AI truly adds value, the episode highlights practical lessons for leaders, operators, and anyone working with data. Rather than focusing on hype, these clips emphasize judgment, strategy, and mindset. Yo...

In this episode, David and Peter dive deep into the unexpected link between play and successful AI adoption. From reminiscing about shell terminals and giant monitors to exploring how imagination and experimentation drive innovation, this conversation blends technical insight with strategic reflection. They also explore the importance of safe experimentation, structured risk-taking, and why tradit...

AI is reshaping everything from our jobs to our minds. It is happening faster than most people realize. In this episode of All In On Data, David and Peter talk with innovation expert James Barrood about how artificial intelligence is disrupting industries, changing how we learn, and affecting our ability to think critically. They cover deepfakes, AI companions, education failures, and the rise of...

Most companies are still stuck in the AI hype cycle, but BarnDoor. AI CEO Oren Michels explains what it actually takes to build trust, scale agentic AI, and deliver real business value. In this episode, David and Peter dig into why 95 percent of AI projects fail, how treating AI like an intern can unlock adoption, and why the future of AI won’t live in a sidebar or a chat window. If you're se...

AI went mainstream in 2025, and not always for the right reasons. In this New Year’s special, David Gleason and Peter Memon look back at the breakthroughs, blunders, and buzzwords that defined the year in tech. From the rise of “workslop” and overhyped AI agents to energy grid strain and questionable layoff excuses, the hosts offer sharp insights and bold predictions for 2026. If you're tryin...

What happens when two data pros give AI the reins to Christmas? In this special holiday episode of Call Me Data, David and Peter go completely off-script, letting AI tools like Gemini and Suno AI take over their festive planning. From hilarious AI-generated gift ideas to crafting absurdly catchy custom Christmas songs, they explore how generative AI can bring creativity and chaos to your holidays....

AI is transforming medicine — but are doctors ready for it? In this episode, Dr. Kavin Mistry a leading neuroradiologist and author of Primal Health Design, joins Peter and David to unpack how AI is reshaping healthcare from the inside out. From interpreting brain scans and testing FDA-approved tools to confronting a rising crisis in physician burnout, this is a rare conversation about medicine’s...

Are we already in the AI bubble—or just getting started? In this fast-paced AI Roulette episode, David and Peter dive deep into the future of generative AI, AI code tools, agent hype, and whether data scientists are becoming obsolete. You'll hear hot takes on the state of enterprise AI, infrastructure investments, and the real skills needed in an AI-powered world. Plus, how GenAI is reshaping...

Is education ready for the AI revolution? Dr. Aviva Legatt joins Peter and David to explore how generative AI is transforming the classroom, rewriting hiring pipelines, and reshaping what skills students really need. From microcredentials and AI fluency to smartphone bans and digital twins of professors, this episode breaks down the new playbook for schools and parents navigating a tech-driven fut...

Would you fire someone for not using AI? In this episode, David and Peter break down the controversial trend of tying job security to AI tool adoption and the deeper cultural and leadership failures it reveals. From Accenture’s 700,000-person AI mandate to self-assessments fed into ChatGPT, this conversation exposes the dangers of using AI as a smokescreen for layoffs. They also walk through how t...

AI Is Reshaping Data Strategy, But Most Companies Are Still Stuck in Excel. In this episode of All In On Data, Erik Wildt of TeloChain joins David and Peter to break down the messy reality of AI adoption inside mid-market companies. They explore how tools like Claude, n8n, and Snowflake are unlocking enterprise-grade automation for lean teams, and why most orgs aren’t ready to take advantage of it...

Think ChatGPT is the whole story? Think again. In this episode of Call Me Data, Peter and David break down why AI’s impact goes far beyond generative tools, and what that means for businesses, teachers, and students alike. They dive deep into NotebookLM, Elicit. AI, and Guided Learning from Google, revealing how embedded AI is quietly transforming industries. With candid takes, real-world examples...

What happens when your cloud provider fails — and your AI stack goes with it? In this episode, David and Peter dive into the implications of the recent AWS outage that temporarily brought down Perplexity and other AI-first platforms. They explore what dependency on a single cloud provider means for AI reliability, the rise of hybrid cloud strategies, and the future of on-prem inferencing hardware...

Will AI replace actors, and is RAG already obsolete? In this episode of Call Me Data, David and Peter delve into the rise of Tilly, the AI-generated actress stirring up Hollywood, and Google's powerful new Gemini URL Context Tool. They debate the future of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), explore how large context windows change everything, and expose the real cost and trade-offs behind...

Is “Work Slop” quietly killing productivity in your company? In this episode, David and Peter break down how poorly applied AI tools—especially generative ones—are flooding workplaces with low-quality output and wasted effort. They explore why this is more of a leadership problem than a tech issue, and share frameworks like “Pilot vs Passenger” to help teams use AI effectively. 00:00 The Impact of...

Is your team ready for AI, or are you missing the most important skill of all? In this deep-dive episode of All In On Data, David and Peter unpack the surprising truth: soft skills like critical thinking, ethical judgment, and skepticism may matter more than technical skills in an AI-driven workplace. Fresh off their panel at Philly AI Connect, the duo explores California’s new AI regulation (SB-5...

Is AI making us smarter—or shutting down human creativity? In this episode of Call Me Data, David Gleason and Peter Memon unpack a Wall Street Journal article asking whether AI could choke off the supply of knowledge. They explore model collapse, the loss of critical thinking, and whether reliance on LLMs makes us lazy or accelerates discovery. From Columbus to Renaissance chatbots, they challenge...

Only 40% of US employees use AI—so why are 77% automating? In this episode of All In On Data, guest host and AI consultant Talia Tomarchio (Accenture, Philly AI Connect) joins David to break down the real shift happening inside enterprises: from chatbots to embedded, agentic automation systems. They unpack the latest Anthropic economic index report, talk real-world AI deployment hurdles, and explo...

In this eye-opening episode of Call Me Data, David Gleason and Peter Memon sit down with Mery Zadeh, SVP of AI Governance at Luminova, to discuss the critical but overlooked risks of agentic AI systems. They explore what happens when AI agents are given goals — not tasks — and why traditional risk frameworks fail to keep up. From NVidia’s dominance in the AI chip market to real-world agent failure...

CEOs are secretly using AI, but won’t admit it — why? In this episode of Call Me Data, David Gleason and Peter Memon dig into a revealing new report on AI adoption in the enterprise, exposing a surprising reality: most executives rely on AI tools but hide their usage out of shame. David and Peter explore the cultural, organizational, and leadership gaps holding companies back from real AI transfor...