Alter Everything

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  206: The Hidden Complexity Behind Trusting AI in Business 15.07.2026 31min

  In this special Inspire Alter everything episode, we unlock the secrets of building trustworthy AI to drive real impact. In a world flooded with flashy demos, it’s important to understand what separates those leading the pack from those chasing trends. This episode reveals how top executive leaders are transforming AI from experimental pilot projects into reliable business engines that truly serve customers.Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everythingEpisode Chapters0:00 AI Beyond the Demo1:18 Ben Canning: Building AI People Can Trust2:36 Hands-On Product Leadership3:26 Leading Teams Through AI Change7:01 Turning AI Experiments Into Practice10:51 The Future of AI Interfaces12:32 Michelle Huff: AI in Marketing15:32 Experimentation and Business Value18:40 The AI "Aha" Moment21:12 Derek Bates: AI in Sales24:26 AI as a Sales Advantage27:18 Alteryx One and MCP30:34 Closing Thoughts
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  205: Get It to 80% – What AI Actually Changes for Marketing Teams 10.06.2026 53min

  This week on Alter Everything, dive into a comprehensive discussion on how AI is reshaping marketing teams, outlining what tasks AI is best suited for, and emphasizing the critical role of human oversight. This episode offers practical insights on integrating AI tools effectively while maintaining brand integrity and governance.Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everythingEpisode Chapters0:00 AI meets real marketing teams1:35 What inbound marketing means4:08 Where AI in marketing stands today7:11 Adoption challenges: tools, workflows, and mindset12:00 The 80/20 shift for AI work15:50 Copywriting, brand voice, and human editing22:37 AI, design, and human creativity27:48 Marketing tech stacks and AI literacy34:04 Governance, security, and shadow AI40:32 What AI-first marketing teams may look like45:32 Lightning round: tools, skills, and mistakes51:18 Closing reflections
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  204: The Surprising Connection Between Data Foundations and AI's Value Ceiling 13.05.2026 46min

  In this episode of Alter Everything, we sit down with Fern Halper to discuss how most companies are now hitting a stage where productivity gains plateau because foundational elements like data, governance, and measurement are overlooked. Fern, a seasoned data and AI expert, reveals how organizations often chase quick wins with off-the-shelf tools, only to hit a wall when results stop improving or are unmeasurable.Panelists:Fern Halper, VP of Research @ TDWI -  LinkedInJoshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx -  @JoshuaB , LinkedInResources and LinksData Makes the World Go RoundEU AI ActReady to get hands-on with Alteryx One? You can now dive into two brand-new learning paths—Workspace Administrator and Account Administrator—designed to help you build real expertise, fast. Even better, you’ll be able to validate your skills with official certifications launching May 1.Explore these new paths and unlock all of our free learning content today on Alteryx Academy.Start learning now: [Visit Alteryx Academy]Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everything0:00 Opening Question2:01 Why 2026 Is a Building Year7:59 The Value Ceiling14:40 Measuring Real AI Progress17:56 Why AI Governance Is Different20:06 Governing Agentic Systems27:34 Original Thought as Competitive Edge32:09 Designing for Augmentation35:36 Predictive Analytics and Agentic AI38:54 Lightning Round42:08 Moving Beyond Productivity Theater44:17 Key Takeaways
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  203: How to be Human in the Age of AI 15.04.2026 49min

  Welcome back to Alter Everything! Explore the evolving landscape of AI and its increasing integration with human decision-making, collaboration, and societal impact. This episode features insights from Tiankai Feng, a thought leader in human-centered AI governance, discussing how organizations can responsibly deploy AI while maintaining accountability, authenticity, and social trust.Panelists:Tiankai Feng, Data & AI Strategy Director @ Thoughtworks - LinkedInJoshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx - @JoshuaB, LinkedInResources and LinksHumanizing Data Strategy - by Tiankai FengHumanizing AI Strategy - by Tiankai FengThoughtWorks - Official websiteBooks on AI ethics and governanceYouTube - Data & AI Music ParodiesStart your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everythingEpisode Chapters0:00 Opening teaser2:09 Meet Tiankai Feng3:41 Why AI failures are really human failures8:55 Should humans adapt to AI or constrain it?13:19 Defining your relationship with AI16:02 Decision-making, prompting fatigue, and trust19:27 AI, teams, and collaboration27:37 The "they" layer and unseen stakeholders32:18 Deepfakes, disinformation, and critical thinking36:02 The environmental cost of AI39:48 Why AI governance must evolve42:14 A dual-track AI strategy for leaders45:54 Lightning round48:28 Where to find Tiankai Feng
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  202: The State of AI in Healthcare and how to know when AI Is ‘Good Enough’ 18.03.2026 45min

  In this episode of Alter Everything, we are joined by Dr. Ami Bhatt for a discussion around her multifaceted role in healthcare, emphasizing the integration of AI in clinical practice. She highlights the potential of AI to improve access to care, enhance clinical decision-making, and support drug development. Dr. Bhatt also addresses the challenges of implementing AI in healthcare and the importance of human expertise in leveraging technology effectively.Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everything00:04 Opening: Why healthcare AI is different01:39 Dr. Ami Bhatt's role across care, innovation, and policy06:14 Three major areas where AI is shaping healthcare12:41 Why AI on EKGs is especially promising14:46 Collaborative intelligence vs. replacing humans21:16 Ambient documentation and the doctor-patient connection24:47 What "good enough" means when access is limited31:41 Prevention, digital health, and patient agency34:55 Self-diagnosis with AI and advice for clinicians41:42 Lightning round
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  201: Sports Analytics & Human Rights 18.02.2026 44min

  We’re back! In this episode of Alter Everything, Josh Burkhow sits down with Ari Kaplan, Head of Evangelism at Databricks and a pioneer of AI in sports. From building operating systems as a kid and studying at Caltech to transforming baseball analytics and now shaping enterprise AI strategy, Ari shares how physics-inspired thinking, relentless curiosity, and better data have driven his career. They explore the evolution from databases to generative AI, common mistakes organizations make with GenAI, why data engineering matters more than prompt engineering, and how true evangelism is about planting seeds and not pushing hype.PanelistsAri Kaplan, Head of Evangelism @ Databricks – LinkedInJoshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx – @JoshuaB, LinkedInTopicsDatabricksMajor League Baseball analytics & the Moneyball eraAI in sports, healthcare, and enterpriseGenerative AI & data engineering foundationsData + AI governanceRaoul Wallenberg humanitarian investigationAlter Everything podcast
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  52: Alteryx-ing the decade 21.01.2020 34min

  For this episode of Alter Everything, we talked to some Alteryx originals - people who built Alteryx before it was even Alteryx. What was their proudest moment of the past decade? Predictions for the future? Creative Director Tara McCoy found out in her conversations with co-founder Libby Duane Adams and the first employee of Alteryx, Amy Holland. Special thanks to Andy Uttley, one of our winners of the 2020 theme music competition, for the awesome theme music track for this episode. You can learn more about them on our show notes at community.alteryx.com/podcast. Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  49: Building analytics communities 04.12.2019 43min

  Alteryx Sr. Manager of Strategic Global Support, Cailin Swingle, is our guest host for this episode filled with fun and friendly banter with Alteryx enthusiasts from across the pond. She’s joined by Dan Hare, founder of Continuum Consulting in Jersey, and Shaan Mistry, Alteryx Product Manager of Technology Evangelism & Enablement. From thinking back on their Grand Prix adventure at Inspire 2018 in London, to having a chat about driving analytics transformation at organizations, these three are a hoot. Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  46: Grand Prix Champion, LordNeilLord 05.11.2019 30min

  Alter Everything Producer, Maddie Johannsen sat down for a chat at the Alteryx London office with the newly crowned Grand Prix champion, Neil Lord! If you don’t know about the Grand Prix, it’s the legendary analytics competition at Inspire, where participants race to solve challenges in Alteryx. Neil talks about his experience preparing for, competing in, and ultimately winning the title of Grand Prix Champion. We’re also announcing a competition to create the theme music to be featured on an episode of Alter Everything in 2020! To enter, send us your name, along with a 60 second .mp3 file to podcast@alteryx.com by December 3, 2019. We’re looking for an original piece, with no vocals, that really captures the spirit of Alter Everything. For full contest rules, check out community.alteryx.com/podcast. Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  45: Interpretability and fairness through the lens of causal inference 22.10.2019 41min

  In this episode of Alter Everything, Alteryx Sr. Community Content Engineer, Sydney Firmin, will be guiding Podcast Producer, Maddie Johannsen through the concepts of Interpretability and Fairness through the lens of Causal Inference. You’ll also hear familiar voices of causality expertise, Dr. Victor Veitch, and Dr. Amit Sharma. This episode builds on concepts discussed in Episode 44: Causality. Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  179: Zero to Advanced Certified in 23 days 26.02.2025 21min

  In this episode of Alter Everything, host Megan Bowers converses with George Salmon, a data consultant at Bulien. George shares his story of how he became Alteryx Advanced Certified in just 23 days! He provides valuable tips for upskilling and preparing for Alteryx certifications, including the use of interactive learning paths, weekly challenges, and community resources. George discusses his strategies, the importance of the Alteryx community, and his current projects at Bulien.Panelists: George Salmon, Data Consultant @ Bulien - @martinson, LinkedInMegan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedInShow notes: Getting Started Learning PathWeekly ChallengesAlteryx CertificationsInteractive LessonsRegex101Alteryx User Groups Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  163: Alteryx Adoption and Upskilling at GWA 17.07.2024 29min

  Adoption and upskilling is the name of the game! We are joined by Cory Hubbard, Allison Russell, and Kelly Hoffman, all of whom are superstar upskillers at Gregory Welteroth Advertising. From starting an internal user group to holding office hours for others trying to learn the Alteryx platform, this episode will give you the tools you need to pass certifications and empower others around you!Panelists: Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedInCory Hubbard, VP of Strategic Analytics @ Gregory Welteroth Advertising - @Hub119, LinkedInAllison Russell, Data Analyst at Gregory Welteroth Advertising, @ARussell34, LinkedInKelly Hoffman, Data Analyst at Gregory Welteroth Advertising, @kellyhoffman, LinkedInShow notes: Weekly challengesCertification ResourcesHow I Got Core Certified in Two Weeks(You Can Too)!Certification exams and exam paths Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  162: The Power of Explainable AI 03.07.2024 28min

  Showing your work isn’t just for math class, it’s also for AI! As AI systems become increasingly complex and integrated into our daily lives, the need for transparency and understanding in AI decision-making processes has never been more critical. We are joined by industry expert and Director of Data Science at Western Digital, Srinimisha Morkonda Gnanasekaran, for a discussion of the why, the how, and the importance of explainable AI. Panelists: Srinimisha Morkonda Gnanasekaran, Dir. Or Data Science & Advanced Analytics @ Western Digital - LinkedInMegan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedInShow notes: SHAP documentationEpisode 159: Exploring Bias in AIAlteryx's Explainable AI White PaperAlteryx Machine LearningEpisode 149: Crafting Your Message with Data Storytelling Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  Data [in the] Sandbox Episode 6: Can my TV read my mind?! 05.01.2021 12min

  In this bonus episode of the Data [in the] Sandbox mini-series, Maddie calls Susan because she’s creeped out when her TV starts making personalized TV show recommendations. It’s like the TV is in her head! Thankfully, Susan explains that the TV isn’t in Maddie’s head – it’s just machine learning and artificial intelligence! Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here! This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  42: Life after higher education 10.09.2019 35min

  For this episode of Alter Everything, guest host Alex Koszycki is joined by Alteryx Community stars Mike Fratoni, Matt Desimone, and Ozzie Dembowski. All Drexel University alumni, they share a chat about their experiences navigating the higher education world, and life afterwards as they carved out their career paths in analytics. Continue the fun and share your thoughts on Twitter using the hashtag #AlterEverythingPodcast, or leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. You can also subscribe on the Alteryx Community at community.alteryx.com/podcast. While you're there, fill out our audience engagement survey to share your listening preferences with us: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN23V7B Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  18: The after after after party 10.10.2018 47min

  Attendees at Inspire EU 2018 join us to chat about how Alteryx has Inspired them to Alter Everything. Continue the fun and share your thoughts on Twitter using the hashtag #AlterEverythingPodcast, or leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. You can also subscribe on the Alteryx Community at community.alteryx.com/podcast. While you're there, fill out our audience engagement survey to share your listening preferences with us: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN23V7B Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  14: I didn’t count failure as a possibility 14.08.2018 47min

  We're joined by Patrick “Digan” Digan and Matt “Raise Your Beer Mug” Hochstein for a discussion about jumping head-first into new experiences, Alteryx Server best practices, and the best concerts we've ever been to. Continue the fun and share your thoughts on Twitter using the hashtag #AlterEverythingPodcast, or leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. You can also subscribe on the Alteryx Community at community.alteryx.com/podcast. While you're there, fill out our audience engagement survey to share your listening preferences with us: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN23V7B Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  11: When advocating becomes contagious 02.07.2018 34min

  We're joined by Lauren Uyeno, Tuvy Le, and Maddie Johannsen to discuss Alteryx User Groups and the ACE program. Continue the fun and share your thoughts on Twitter using the hashtag #AlterEverythingPodcast, or leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. You can also subscribe on the Alteryx Community at community.alteryx.com/podcast. While you're there, fill out our audience engagement survey to share your listening preferences with us: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN23V7B Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  10: Recruit for attitude, train for skills 19.06.2018 30min

  Adrian Loong joins us to chat about tackling business challenges and why you should embrace change management. Continue the fun and share your thoughts on Twitter using the hashtag #AlterEverythingPodcast, or leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. You can also subscribe on the Alteryx Community at community.alteryx.com/podcast. While you're there, fill out our audience engagement survey to share your listening preferences with us: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN23V7B Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.
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  9: A photo finish 08.06.2018 15min

  Nicole Johnson joins us live from Day 4 of Inspire 2018 in Anaheim, California to discuss her big Alteryx Grand Prix win. Continue the fun and share your thoughts on Twitter using the hashtag #AlterEverythingPodcast, or leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. You can also subscribe on the Alteryx Community at community.alteryx.com/podcast. While you're there, fill out our audience engagement survey to share your listening preferences with us: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN23V7B Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here!This episode was produced by Cecilia Murray, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.