Welcome to a milestone episode of Data Driven! In episode 400, hosts BAILeY, Frank La Vigne, and Andy Leonard gather to reflect on nearly a decade at the forefront of podcasting about data, AI, and the world of software engineering. This special edition takes you behind the scenes with stories of tech evolution, personal growth, and the wild journey from their earliest recordings to today’s AI-powered workflows.

The team digs into how generative AI has transformed their creative process—making it possible for small teams to produce vast amounts of content, drive innovation, and manage multiple podcasts at a high level. You'll hear about Frank’s latest tool, Podsy—a platform built to help creators manage the ever-growing tsunami of podcast assets using cutting-edge AI—and how tools like Claude, Grok, and Opus are unleashing new possibilities for automation and storytelling.

With their signature tangents, candid stories (including car accidents, water heater mishaps, and parenting milestones), and a bit of nostalgia about the early days of podcasting, this episode captures what makes Data Driven both insightful and relatable. If you’re a developer, data professional, or a fellow podcaster looking to stay ahead of the curve, episode 400 is packed with practical lessons, inspiration, and a few good laughs. Dive in as the team celebrates what’s possible in the age of AI—and look ahead to an exciting new chapter for the show!

00:00 "DGX Spark: Personal AI Supercomputer"

03:28 "Tech Innovations and Hardware Updates"

07:51 "Daily 5:40am Notification Routine"

11:10 "Podzi: Managing Podcast Assets"

15:35 "Boosting Value with AI Efficiency"

17:05 Claude Enhanced Legacy System

23:32 AI Impact on Creative Roles

25:58 "Consulting Break: Investing Time"

29:33 "Automation Evolution and Tools Demo"

31:35 "Podsy Studio: A Journey"

35:06 "AI-Powered Content Creation Demo"

38:26 "Podcast Organization and Insights"

42:10 "Streamlining Metadata for Insights"

45:47 "Unveiling AI's Hidden Potential"

50:41 "Celebrating 400 Podcast Episodes"

54:41 "Off Track Ambitions"

57:44 "Reality Strikes Back: Tech Trust"

59:36 "Podsy Progress and Workflow"

In this episode of Data Driven, hosts Frank La Vigne, Candace Gillhoolley, and BAILeY sit down with Mike Armistead, CEO of Pulse Security AI—a cybersecurity veteran who's been fortifying digital defenses since before AI made headlines and hackers had professional profiles. Together, they dig into the dual-edged sword that is artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, exploring how AI serves as both a powerful tool against cyber threats and a potential weapon in the wrong hands.

Mike Armistead shares stories from the front lines, including his experience during the "code red" era at Google when ChatGPT shook up the tech world, and offers real-world advice on why LLMs (large language models) aren’t the magic fix for every problem—and why they desperately need guardrails. You’ll hear why your next big data breach could be hiding in a cleverly crafted AI prompt, why humans still matter when it comes to judgment calls, and why good old-fashioned security hygiene is as critical as ever.

Whether you’re a developer, data scientist, or just password-paranoid, this episode will make you rethink how you approach security in the age of AI. Tune in for expert insights, hard-earned lessons, and a few laughs as the Data Driven crew uncovers where technology, risk, and "common sense" collide.

00:00 AI-Assisted Cybersecurity for SOCs

04:26 "AI Rush and LLM Insights"

09:12 AI-Powered Cybersecurity Strategy Insights

10:01 "Cybersecurity, ChatGPT, and Impressions"

13:17 AI Tools: Power and Risks

18:06 "Teaching Critical Thinking in AI Era"

20:59 "Guardrails and Next-Gen AI Systems"

24:22 Human Judgment vs AI Limitations

27:37 "Pressure Testing for Accuracy"

30:09 Future Tech Advancements and Challenges

34:58 "Risk Awareness Beyond Compliance"

37:38 "Cybersecurity Risks and AI Defense"

41:54 Cybersecurity Risks and Preparedness

43:04 "Situational Security in Practice"

46:05 "Cybersecurity's Evolving Threat Landscape"

51:52 "Builders vs. Destroyers Mindset"

55:05 Modern Password Practices

56:39 "Pulse Security AI & Community"

In this episode, Frank La Vigne sits down with Itay Haber, CEO of Data Noetic, to unpack how AI is revolutionizing supply chain management. Forget spreadsheets and dashboards—Data Noetic is building an autonomous digital brain that proactively tackles delivery bottlenecks and bridges the gap between scattered data and process improvement.

You’ll hear real-world tales of missed bathroom tile deliveries, multi-million dollar construction delays, and the true impact of getting ahead of supply chain hiccups before they snowball. The trio explores how agentic AI isn’t just hype: it’s driving tangible results, saving time, boosting KPIs, and reimagining how companies of all sizes make decisions. From pharmaceuticals to consumer packaged goods, discover why trust, transparency, and agility are the new gold standards in supply chain operations—and how data-driven agents just might become indispensable.

Tune in for a masterclass that balances digital wisdom with a dash of dry wit, and learn how emerging tech is helping organizations deliver on time, in full, and with a whole lot less existential angst.

00:00 "Autonomous Supply Chain Optimization"

06:01 "Optimizing On-Time Delivery Failures"

07:27 Proactive Warehouse Order Management

13:06 "Aligning Perception with Reality"

15:08 "Streamlining Order Fulfillment Process"

18:18 "AI Revolutionizing Problem Coordination"

22:18 "Data Validation and AI Insights"

25:04 Predictive KPI Monitoring with Gen AI

27:09 Clarifying Questions for Assistance

31:37 "Tailored Software Delivery Models"

34:35 "AI's Role in Complex Industries"

37:00 "AI Focus and Value Debate"

42:37 "AI Bubble and Valuations"

46:43 AI's Transformative Impact on Jobs

48:17 AI Enhances Jobs, Not Replaces

51:44 "AI: Boom, Bust, Transformation"

57:38 "AI, Data, and Change"