🎙️ From Host to Hot Seat!
This week on Making Data Simple, Al Martin flips the mic and becomes the guest as Ian Smith, co-founder of Lighthouse Technology, steps in to host a fast-paced, thought-provoking episode of the Baseline Podcast.
It’s a casual convo with some serious zingers—think startup energy, AI honesty, automation truths, and even a little NFL shoutout. You won’t want to miss this one!
🕒 Episode Highlights
00:52 – How Making Data Simple got started
06:11 – IBM as a Startup?!
08:38 – Why IBM, really
11:49 – Competing with “Real-time” AI
23:20 – How to get clients to truly embrace automation
32:12 – The test AI flunked… but still got a B 🤖
33:06 – GO CHIEFS! 🏈
37:54 – The real IBM use case
47:06 – “Nothing went wrong” (famous last words?)
🔗 Connect with Ian: linkedin.com/in/ian-smith-a803701
🌐 Learn more: baselinepodcast.com
💡 Want to be featured on Making Data Simple?
Pitch us your story at almartintalksdata@gmail.com—we’re always on the lookout for brilliant minds in tech, data, leadership, and innovation.
🎧 Hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM. LinkedIn. Executive Producer, Katherine Mayne LinkedIn.
We talk trending tech, bold ideas, and big leadership—all with a focus on keeping it simple and fun.
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Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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