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InsideAnalysis is the only nationally syndicated radio show in America that's all about the Information Economy. New jobs, new roles, new business models, new technologies - we talk to the smartest minds in the world of business to learn best practices for making things happen in the modern world.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 48 min
Latest: 29 Sep 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

29 Sep 2026 · 45 min

Grounding LLMs in Data: Quantitative & Causal Reasoning

LLMs are remarkably powerful at language and open-world knowledge, but that doesn't necessarily make them reliable for quantitative reasoning or analysis of enterprise data. Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as Eric Kavanagh speaks with Pradeep Ravikumar of WoodWide.ai about bridging that gap. Learn more about how WoodWide.ai is working to automate the journey from data to intelligence while keeping data teams in the loop. Hear more about the fundamental differences between language models and structured enterprise data, the importance of quantitative and causal reasoning for use cases…

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18 Sep 2026 · 45 min
Slowdown Showdown
So, they want to slow down? Don't believe your lying sighs! The AI race just caught the yellow flag, or was it black? The LLM CEOs cried for a slowdown. AI "will kill us all," they said. But, how? And are they serious? Check out this episode of InsideAnalysis to hear a candid take on what's really happening. As David Linthicum asked, "Are we being played?" Also joining the fray: the legendary Stephen Klein of Curiouser.ai, and David Sweenor, purveyor of the concisely insightful TinyTechGuides.
25 Aug 2026 · 43 min
Building Infrastructure for the Agentic Era
AI agents are transforming enterprise technology, creating new challenges around governance, security, observability, and infrastructure. Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh speaks with Jeremy Snyder, Founder and CEO of FireTail.ai, about governing AI usage and protecting enterprise data, and Debosmit Ray, CEO of DevZero, about optimizing Kubernetes infrastructure for the unique demands of AI agentic workloads. Explore how organizations can build the visibility, control, and infrastructure needed to scale AI safely and efficiently.
22 Aug 2026 · 45 min
Building Smarter Businesses with AI
How do organizations harness AI without losing human control - and how do they build the data infrastructure needed to make AI truly reliable? Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as Eric Kavanagh speaks with Jon Cheney of GenAIPI about AI-powered entrepreneurship, human agency, AI implementation, and using generative AI to amplify human capabilities. Then, Anshul Verma of Zeta Global discusses data observability, automated pipelines, and self-healing mechanisms designed to improve data reliability at scale. Explore the human and technical foundations of implementing AI - from maintaining…
22 Aug 2026 · 52 min
Safety First? Stats Over Stories, Please
Promises, promises! We've been told time and again that self-driving cars will save lives. But there's more to safety than crash data. If an autonomous vehicle blocks a fire truck, for example, that's a severe edge case. And there are many others like it. Most people tend to focus more on stories than stats, which causes friction when the self-driving auto industry tries to make its pitch. Join this episode of InsideAnalysis to hear from the legendary Carnegie Melon visionary, Philip Koopman, the man who helped write the safety standards for self-driving cars. He'll be joined by AI…
11 Aug 2026 · 45 min
AI Agents Are Changing the Internet
The rise of agentic AI is reshaping how we interact with the internet, from shopping and information gathering to hiring and marketing. Join this episode of InsideAalysis as host Eric Kavanagh and Dr. CJ Meadows explore the shift from marketing to humans toward marketing to AI agents, as agents increasingly make decisions on our behalf. Learn the importance of responsible AI and governance as these systems become more autonomous. With AI increasingly mediating everything from job applications to online traffic, the relationship between humans, data, and technology is entering a new era.
3 Aug 2026 · 48 min
Context Is Everything: AI & Asset Intelligence
How do you turn disconnected data into meaningful decisions? Join this episode of Inside Analysis as Eric Kavanagh sits down with Peter Wang, Co-founder & CEO of Hypha, to discuss why context is the missing ingredient in enterprise AI. Explore knowledge graphs, human-AI collaboration, and the challenges of connecting structured and unstructured data - particularly in commercial real estate. Learn how Hypha is helping organizations transform fragmented information into actionable intelligence.
31 Jul 2026 · 44 min
Enterprise AI: Data, Reasoning & People
Enterprise AI is about more than deploying large language models. Building systems that deliver real business value requires trusted data, transparent reasoning, and people who know how to use AI responsibly. In this episode of Inside Analysis, Eric Kavanagh speaks with Chadd Kenney of EverPure, about the shift toward universal data intelligence and how intelligent agents can operate on trusted, real-time enterprise data. Next, Ramesh Parameswaran of LangGrant explains how structured "data plans" capture and preserve the reasoning behind AI-driven analytics, creating reusable organizational…
20 Jul 2026 · 54 min
Mainframes, AI Agents & Modern Infrastructure
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as Eric Kavanaugh explores how enterprise infrastructure is evolving - from the mainframe to the age of AI agents. He interviews David Eddy of Legacy Software LTD, who explains how organizations can unlock valuable metadata from legacy mainframes using automated data dictionaries and business glossaries, joined by Patrick Quirk of Opengear, who discusses how AI-driven traffic is reshaping network infrastructure, resiliency, and failover strategies. Whether you're managing legacy systems or preparing for an AI-powered future, this conversation offers…
20 Jul 2026 · 44 min
Live from Accelerate: The Future of Data-Centric Infrastructure
Recorded live at Accelerate in Las Vegas, this episode of Inside Analysis explores how enterprise infrastructure is evolving for the AI era. Host Eric Kavanagh sits down with Everpure's Angad Narang to discuss Everpure as a service, and guaranteed performance, then speaks with Ashish Gupta about the growing importance of data intelligence and making enterprise data AI-ready. Together, they examine why data-centric infrastructure is becoming the foundation for modern, intelligent enterprises.
13 Jul 2026 · 43 min
AI's Next Business Frontier
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as Eric Kavanagh explores how AI is reshaping both digital analytics and business operations. First, Matteo Zambon, Co-Founder of Tag Manager Italia, explains why traditional web analytics are losing visibility as AI agents bypass JavaScript, and how organizations can leverage CDN logs, server-side tracking, behavioral analysis, and machine learning to distinguish humans from bots in an AI-first internet. Next, Todd A. Krause, Founder of Silversun Consulting, discusses how affordable AI-powered CRM, communication, and automation tools are giving small and…
1 Jul 2026 · 51 min
InsideAnalysis at We Make Future: AI Innovation from the Show Floor
Recorded live at We Make Future in Bologna, this special episode brings together conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and technology experts on the latest developments in AI, data, digital transformation, and the future of enterprise technology.
8 Jun 2026 · 52 min
Live at We Make Future: Exploring the Next Frontier of AI
Join this episode of Inside Analysis live at We Make Future with Paolo Dello Vicario, CEO and Co-Founder of ByTek, and Iulia Feroli, Founder of Back to Engineering. Learn how AI is helping organizations derive greater value from customer data while maintaining privacy and trust. Take a look at the growing Physical AI movement and explore how robotics and autonomous systems are becoming increasingly practical, accessible, and impactful across industries.
3 Jun 2026 · 52 min
Building AI-Ready Data for the Agentic Enterprise
Join this episode of Inside Analysis as Eric Kavanagh speaks with Thiru M. Arunachalam of Walt, Jason Wells of AI Dev Lab, and Rohit Choudhary of Acceldata about the data foundations required to power the next generation of enterprise AI. Across three conversations, the guests explore how organizations are modernizing data architectures, leveraging knowledge-driven approaches, and improving data observability to support AI agents and intelligent automation. Learn about the critical role of data quality, context, governance, and operational reliability in delivering trustworthy AI outcomes at…
15 May 2026 · 45 min
AI Agents at Boomi World - Governance, Knowledge, and Automation
Join this Inside Analysis episode from Boomi World as Eric Kavanagh explores how AI agents are moving from experimentation to real enterprise operations. Guests John Baker of Lexitas , Mani Gill and Michael Bachman of Boomi discuss how AI is being operationalized across integration, governance, and development. From agentic accounting workflows at Lexitas to Boomi's work on knowledge graphs, policy, and AI skills, learn how enterprises are building governed, context-aware systems for autonomous AI.
14 May 2026 · 44 min
Governing AI and Building the Intelligent Enterprise
Join this episode of Inside Analysis as host Eric Kavanagh explores two of the most critical challenges shaping the AI era: governance and enterprise transformation. He is joined by Blake Brannon of OneTrust, who discusses how organizations can assess AI risk, translate policies into enforceable guardrails, and build governance frameworks that align with their unique compliance and operational needs. Next, Lamiaa Farrag of Nestlé shares insights on the shift from experimental AI pilots to autonomous enterprise execution, emphasizing the vital role of data integration and interoperability.…
11 May 2026 · 52 min
How Do Large Language Models Work?
Large Language Models are rapidly reshaping the way people search for information, write software, analyze documents, and interact with machines. But beneath the polished interfaces and conversational fluency lies a complex architecture built on probabilities, patterns, transformers, and attention mechanisms. Understanding how these systems actually work is becoming increasingly important for business leaders, technologists, and everyday users alike.
27 Apr 2026 · 50 min
Building Safe AI Agents & Accessible Experiences
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20 Apr 2026 · 44 min
A Graph for All Your Data? And AI?
The forcing function of AI and agents puts tremendous pressure on data teams to get their house in order. The demands for getting "AI-Ready" are coming from all sides, and there are countless methods being touted. The most promising approach? A graph for all your data! Internet powerhouses like Meta, LinkedIn and others have demonstrated the remarkable power of graph technology. Join this episode of InsideAnalysis to learn how your organization can connect all the dots, and enter the AI era with confidence. Harsha Chintatalapani of the OpenMetadata Project, and Co-Founder of Collate, will…
9 Apr 2026 · 44 min
Live from HumanX: AI, Software Chaos & Opportunity
Dive into this episode of InsideAnalysis as Steve Lucas, CEO of Boomi, joins Eric Kavanagh at the HumanX Conference to explore how AI is fueling an explosion of software - and the chaos that comes with it. As more applications are built faster than ever, organizations face growing challenges around quality, governance, and integration. Learn how businesses can turn that chaos into opportunity by bringing structure and clarity to their data and systems. It's a timely look at what it takes to stay in control in an AI-driven world.
8 Apr 2026 · 44 min
From AI Innovation to Real-World Impact
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh brings together two compelling interviews and fresh industry insights. Zak Hemraj of Loopio explores how organizations are scaling knowledge and improving response workflows, while Michael Fanning of Splunk shares perspectives on data, observability, and AI-driven operations. The episode wraps with Eric's takeaways from the HumanX Conference , where leaders discussed how AI is moving from hype to execution at scale.
30 Mar 2026 · 52 min
Driving AI-Powered Transformation in the Enterprise
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh speaks with Gajen Kandiah, CEO of Rackspace Technology, about how organizations can successfully navigate digital transformation in the age of AI. Hear his perspective on aligning technology investments with business outcomes, and why many enterprises struggle to fully realize the value of their data and cloud strategies. Explore the practical realities of AI adoption, from organizational readiness to execution at scale, and unpack what it takes to move beyond hype and build truly intelligent, outcome-driven operations.
26 Mar 2026 · 52 min
Fixing the Broken News Ecosystem
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh speaks with Kira Shishkin, founder of informed.now, about the growing crisis in modern journalism and the challenges of navigating today's information economy. Explore how bias, narrative-driven reporting, and lack of transparency have eroded trust in news, and what it means for businesses and society. Kira will share his vision for rebuilding the news ecosystem through data-driven, unbiased insights that empower audiences to understand the "why" behind the headlines. Examine the intersection of media, data, and truth - and what it…
13 Mar 2026 · 44 min
Real-Time Insights and Data Observability
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh interviews Sid Banerjee of Medallia about how organizations can extract meaningful, real-time intelligence from their data to better understand events as they unfold and drive smarter decisions. They are joined by Kunal Agarwal of Unravel Data, who explains why observability has become essential in today's complex cloud and data environments, helping teams monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize data pipelines. Learn how deeper visibility into data systems is becoming the foundation for reliable, scalable analytics in…
10 Mar 2026 · 52 min
Connecting the Commerce Chain: Pricing, AI, and Enterprise Agility
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh speaks with Geoff Webb and Jason Smith from Conga about the growing complexity of managing pricing, quoting, contracts, and revenue operations. Find out more about findings from Conga's global research on the challenges organizations face in connecting these critical processes. Learn how the concept of the "commerce chain" helps unify data and workflows across the enterprise, and how AI and automation are enabling companies to streamline operations, improve agility, and drive smarter business decisions.
23 Feb 2026 · 53 min
Durable Governance That Sticks
John Ladley and Bob Seiner will be joining Eric Kavanagh on The Data Governance Show for a candid, practical conversation about where data governance is headed and what organizations must do differently to make the programs durable. We will explore why governance does not fail but instead stalls when it is treated as a side initiative, how formal accountability may already exist inside most organizations, and why the real opportunity is to recognize and elevate existing accountabilities and allow data governance to evolve into its intended "business as usual" state. We will also dive into…
16 Feb 2026 · 51 min
From BI to AI: Where Real Business Value Comes From
Join this episode of InsideAnalysis as host Eric Kavanagh speaks with Eva Polini, author of BI Without the BS, about why many analytics projects fail despite technical success. Find out more about unclear requirements, stakeholder communication gaps, and why trust and transparency become even more critical in the age of generative AI. They will be joined by Arshavir Blackwell, author of The Creative Agency's Guide to AI, who will explain how creative organizations can move beyond generic AI outputs through fine-tuning and local models while protecting sensitive data. This conversations…
9 Feb 2026 · 53 min
AI's Real Target: Your Business Model
Join this InsideAnalysis episode to learn where AI actually creates (or destroys) value. Host Eric Kavanagh speaks with Octavian Tanase of Hitachi Vantara, Joshua Gould of thebigword, and Preston Zeller of Psalmlog about why results depend less on the models and more on data, workflows, and services - and why organizations that redesign operations, rather than simply adopt tools, are the ones seeing real impact.
27 Jan 2026 · 44 min
AI in Insurance: Smarter Claims, Better Decisions
Dive into this episode of Inside Analysis as we explore the intersection of AI, security, and enterprise operations. Eric Kavanagh interviews Juan Garcia of Tuio (Spain) who will share how AI is transforming insurance - from smarter claims processing to fraud detection - while keeping humans in the loop. Next, Amiram Shachar, CEO of Upwind Security, will reveal why runtime security is the future, showing how protecting applications in motion is critical in today's hybrid cloud environments. Finally, Rinki Sethi of Upwind Security will bring the practitioner's view, explaining how DevOps and…
12 Jan 2026 · 52 min
AI on the Aircraft Maintenance Front Line
Join this episode of Inside Analysis as Eric Kavanagh speaks with Joe Early, Hannah Hunt, Jesse Scearce, and Wilson Rodden of MetroStar about how applied AI is being used on the aircraft maintenance front line for the U.S. Air Force. Learn how visual AI, multimodal data, and real-time collaboration are changing the way maintenance is performed - capturing maintainer expertise, reducing downtime, and turning video, audio, and sensor data into actionable intelligence for safer, more efficient operations.

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Language: English
Category: Tech & Science
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 48 min
Latest episode: 29 Sep 2026
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