Back in 2012, Harvard Business Review declared Data Scientist was The Sexiest Job of the 21st Century. Less than a year later, I recorded a podcast discussion with an actual data scientist and Ph.D. Statistician, Dr. Melinda Thielbar, during which she discussed what a data scientist actually does and provided a straightforward explanation of key concepts, su ... Show More
Jul 2022
That is Not Machine Learning
Machine learning (ML) can provide unique analytical insights, as well as help automate some operational and decision-making processes more efficiently and effectively than non-ML alternatives. However, ML is also among the buzziest of buzzwords, and many are overselling and overs ... Show More
26m 12s
May 2022
Cloudy with a Chance of Data Analytics
Based on one of my presentations, this episode provides a five-part vendor-neutral framework for evaluating the critical capabilities of a cloud data analytics solution: Deploy, Store, Optimize, Analyze, Govern. This episode is sponsored by: Vertica.com Extended Show Notes: ocdqb ... Show More
27m 36s
Jul 2023
More Great Southern Rock Stories From the Road
From his days with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blackfoot, and The Artimus Pyle Band, Mike Estes has some very interesting rock stories. Plus, he'll tell us about his current band, Skinny Molly and the latest with them. The legendary Alan Walden shares a great story about an encounter between ... Show More
35m 38s
Jun 2023
Great Stories For Southern Rock Lovers
This one is for the Southern Rock lovers out there. In this episode, we have Eddie Stone from Doc Holliday and Wet Willie, with stories of life on the road, playing for 350,000 people and sharing a stage with some of the biggest names in the business. Rob Walker from Stillwater t ... Show More
34m 49s
Jun 2023
One of Rock's Most Accomplished Drummers, the Story of a Rock Supergroup and Two Must-See Up and Coming Bands
Denny Carmassi (Montrose, Sammy Hagar, Heart, Whitesnake, Coverdale-Page, St. Paradise, and more) tells us about his incredible career behind a drum kit, as well as the rock standard he co-wrote.Derel St. Holmes tells us the story of Big People, one of the most talent-laden super ... Show More
36m 40s
Sep 2023
Head East's Roger Boyd, Tommy Talton from Cowboy and the Gregg Allman Band, and the Legendary Alan Walden
Head East co-founder Roger Boyd talks about the band's half-century plus of turning out great rock n' roll, the staying power of "Never Been Any Reason" and their other hits, plus the new album, Full Circle. Tommy Talton tells a great story about Cowboy, the Allman Brothers, and ... Show More
41m 15s
Aug 2023
Part Two of our Series with Artimus Pyle
This week Artimus shares more thoughts on Street Survivors, the horrific plane crash, Rickey Medlocke, his friends in Blackfoot, Gary's funeral, the 1977 tour with Ted Nugent, his time in Israel, Steve Gaines's impact on the band, reforming as a Skynyrd Tribute band, the band's i ... Show More
36m 48s
Aug 2023
B B Borden and His Life in Four of the South's Biggest Bands
B B Borden has played for four huge bands from the South; Mother's Finest, Molly Hatchet, the Outlaws, and the Marshall Tucker Band. It's an honor to have him join us to share stories of his start in rock, his life in these great bands, his influences and so much more.We'll also ... Show More
26m 20s
Jul 2023
Pt 2 w/Jeff Carlisi from 38 Special, plus Todd Ronning from Bad Company & Paul Rodgers' new solo project
In part two of our interview, Jeff Carlisi gives us the back story on 38 Special's first big hit, Rockin' Into the Night, the writing partnerships that produced some of their biggest hits, role changes inside the band, their history with MTV, the shock of finding out they are wri ... Show More
46m 45s
Dec 2020
Michael Cartellone, Phil Collen & Joel Hoekstra
Together - Michael Cartellone, Phil Collen, Joel Hoekstra & Jay Jay French have 186 cumulative years of rock n roll legacy under their belts. Tune in to hear this star studded lineup of guests discuss their musical upbringings, life as a touring musician and their experiences pla ... Show More
1h 40m