Hot or Hype

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Hot or Hype

Sakura Sky

13 episodes

1 week ago

Hosts Olivia Storelli and Andrew Stevens unpack the promise and pitfalls of generative AI in mental health care with Tim Turner, Vice President of Business Insights and Analytics at Thresholds, weighing real benefits in admin efficiency against serious risks at the point of care. Clear guardrails, strong governance, and a human-in-the-loop approach emerge as a durable path to trust. • Thresholds mission to provide healthcare, housing, and hope for thousands of persons with mental health • Do...

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Hot or Hype Ep 8: AI & Governance for Mental Health and Social Impact | Guest Tim Turner of Thresholds

1 month ago

10 minutes

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Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Ep 7 - AI & Ecommerce. The New Marketing Channels

In this episode, AI Experts Andrew Stevens, Olivia Storelli, and Victoria Thomson discuss the evolving role of AI in marketing, particularly for CMOs. They explore how AI is integrated into various marketing strategies, the shift from traditional methods to AI-driven approaches, and the importance of data in leveraging AI effectively. Victoria shares insights on the impact of AI on paid media, creative content, and the challenges of maintaining trust and authenticity in AI-generated content. ...

3 months ago

28 minutes

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Hot or Hype: Ep7 - AI & Ecommerce. Is [GEO] Generative Engine Optimization the New SEO Gold Rush?

In this episode of Hot or Hype, Expert AI pioneers: Andrew, Olivia, and Victoria Thomson discuss the impact of AI on marketing, particularly from the perspective of a CMO. They explore AI's dual role as a productivity tool and a new marketing channel, the potential of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) as the next SEO gold rush, and the future of e-commerce in an AI-driven landscape. The conversation emphasizes the importance of authenticity in marketing and the division between brands that...

3 months ago

13 minutes

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Hot or Hype Deep Dive Ep 6: AI, Marketing, and the Evolution of Customer Experience with David Ovens

What happens when cutting-edge AI meets the timeless art of hospitality? David Ovens, head of marketing for Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group, takes us behind the scenes of this fascinating intersection where technology and human connection collide. The hospitality industry stands at a crossroads. While traditionally slower to adopt new technologies, restaurants now find themselves navigating the AI revolution with both excitement and caution. David explains how rich first-party customer d...

4 months ago

35 minutes

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Hot or Hype Ep 6: AI, Marketing, and the Evolution of Customer Experience with David Ovens

What happens when artificial intelligence meets the deeply human experience of dining out? That's the fascinating territory explored in our conversation with David Ovens, Head of Marketing for Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group, who brings his extensive experience from packaged goods giants like Unilever to global restaurant brands like Taco Bell. David reveals how AI is transforming restaurant marketing in two game-changing ways. First, content generation has evolved dramatically, with AI ...

4 months ago

11 minutes

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Hot or Hype E5: AI Start Ups

AI is revolutionizing industries at breakneck speed, creating a gold rush of startup opportunities that technology experts are calling "hot" rather than mere hype. Our panel of tech veterans with over 45 years of combined experience cuts through the noise to reveal what's actually happening in the AI startup ecosystem as we approach 2025. The discussion uncovers two critical trends reshaping the technology landscape: automation solutions and vertical AI applications. As our guest Andrew expl...

8 months ago

9 minutes

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Hot or Hype Deep Dive E4: AI & The Future of Finance

AI is revolutionizing finance—but is it all hot air or the real deal? In this Hot vs Hype Deep Dive, Olivia Storelli sits down with Andreea Mihalcea from Xapo Bank to unpack the future of data-driven banking. Discover how Xapo Bank’s cutting-edge data platform locks down security, champions privacy, and empowers self-service innovation. From distributed data systems to game-changing data products, Andreea reveals how a bold cultural shift is redefining customer experiences and what’s next for...

8 months ago

22 minutes

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Hot or Hype E4: AI & The Future of Finance

In this episode of Hot vs. Hype, Olivia Storelli and Andreea Mihalcea, Head of Data at Xapo bank, discuss the future of AI and the critical role of data in shaping financial systems. They explore how data quality impacts AI effectiveness, the misconceptions surrounding AI capabilities, and the importance of evaluating AI systems properly. The conversation highlights the ongoing initiatives in the financial industry, particularly in fraud detection and workflow optimization, while emphasizing ...

8 months ago

11 minutes

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Hot or Hype Deep Dive Ep3: Future of AI in Baseball

Step up to the plate for Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Episode 3 – The Future of AI in Baseball! This time, we’re chatting with Dan Quill, the Senior Director of Software Engineering for the San Francisco Giants, about how AI is hitting it out of the park for America’s favorite pastime. From crafting personalized fan experiences to delivering jaw-dropping analytics, we’ll uncover how the Giants are using cutting-edge tech to tackle data overload and elevate the game. Expect fascinating insigh...

8 months ago

27 minutes

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Hot or Hype Ep3: Future of AI in Baseball

Step up to the plate for Hot or Hype: Episode 3 – The Future of AI in Baseball! This time, we’re chatting with Dan Quill, the Senior Director of Software Engineering for the San Francisco Giants, about how AI is hitting it out of the park for America’s favorite pastime. Join us as we look at AI in Baseball and how the SF Giants are fusing baseball’s timeless traditions with tomorrow’s tech. Is it hot or is it hype? Join Hosts Olivia Storelli and Andrew Stevens ...

8 months ago

7 minutes

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Hot or Hype Ep2: AI Agents

Are AI agents the real deal or just another tech fad? In this episode of Hot or Hype, experts Olivia and Andrew dive into the world of AI agents, revealing how they go beyond simple chatbots with their autonomous decision-making and learning capabilities. They explore the transformative potential of these agents across industries, from customer service to creative content, while also confronting challenges like data security, ethics, and bias. They discuss how multimodal capabilities,...

9 months ago

9 minutes

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Hot or Hype Deep Dive Ep1: AI-Driven Predictive Analytics

In this episode, we take a technical Deep Dive with the trending topic of AI-Driven Predictive Analytics. One of the most talked-about trends in cloud, data, and security. Every enterprise wants to unlock the future with machine learning models that anticipate demand, detect anomalies, and optimize decisions—but is the technology really delivering, or are we just drowning in over-promised insights? We cut through the noise and take a technical deep dive on Predictive AI and Prescript...

9 months ago

27 minutes

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Hot or Hype Ep1: AI-Driven Predictive Analytics

In the premiere episode of Hot or Hype, we take on one of the most talked-about trends in cloud, data, and security: AI-driven predictive analytics. Every enterprise wants to unlock the future with machine learning models that anticipate demand, detect anomalies, and optimize decisions—but is the technology really delivering, or are we just drowning in over-promised insights? We cut through the noise and examine is it hot, or is it hype @sakuraskycom Join Hosts Olivia Storelli and ...

9 months ago

8 minutes