Alter Everything

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Welcome to Alter Everything — a podcast about AI, analytics, and the future of work. To view episode transcripts, leave comments, and connect with guests, visit alteryx.com/podcast

  1. MAY 13

    204: The Surprising Connection Between Data Foundations and AI's Value Ceiling

    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 Links Data Makes the World Go RoundEU AI Act Ready 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/AlterEverything Subscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfA Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everything 0:00 Opening Question 2:01 Why 2026 Is a Building Year 7:59 The Value Ceiling 14:40 Measuring Real AI Progress 17:56 Why AI Governance Is Different 20:06 Governing Agentic Systems 27:34 Original Thought as Competitive Edge 32:09 Designing for Augmentation 35:36 Predictive Analytics and Agentic AI 38:54 Lightning Round 42:08 Moving Beyond Productivity Theater 44:17 Key Takeaways

    47 min
  2. 203: How to be Human in the Age of AI

    APR 15

    203: How to be Human in the Age of AI

    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, LinkedIn Resources and Links Humanizing Data Strategy - by Tiankai FengHumanizing AI Strategy - by Tiankai FengThoughtWorks - Official websiteBooks on AI ethics and governanceYouTube - Data & AI Music Parodies Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverything Subscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfA Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everything Episode Chapters 0:00 Opening teaser 2:09 Meet Tiankai Feng 3:41 Why AI failures are really human failures 8:55 Should humans adapt to AI or constrain it? 13:19 Defining your relationship with AI 16:02 Decision-making, prompting fatigue, and trust 19:27 AI, teams, and collaboration 27:37 The "they" layer and unseen stakeholders 32:18 Deepfakes, disinformation, and critical thinking 36:02 The environmental cost of AI 39:48 Why AI governance must evolve 42:14 A dual-track AI strategy for leaders 45:54 Lightning round 48:28 Where to find Tiankai Feng

    49 min

  3. MAR 18

    202: The State of AI in Healthcare and how to know when AI Is ‘Good Enough’

    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/AlterEverything Subscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfA Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everything 00:04 Opening: Why healthcare AI is different 01:39 Dr. Ami Bhatt's role across care, innovation, and policy 06:14 Three major areas where AI is shaping healthcare 12:41 Why AI on EKGs is especially promising 14:46 Collaborative intelligence vs. replacing humans 21:16 Ambient documentation and the doctor-patient connection 24:47 What "good enough" means when access is limited 31:41 Prevention, digital health, and patient agency 34:55 Self-diagnosis with AI and advice for clinicians 41:42 Lightning round

    46 min

  4. FEB 18

    201: Sports Analytics & Human Rights

    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. Panelists Ari Kaplan, Head of Evangelism @ Databricks – LinkedInJoshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx – @JoshuaB, LinkedIn Topics DatabricksMajor League Baseball analytics & the Moneyball eraAI in sports, healthcare, and enterpriseGenerative AI & data engineering foundationsData + AI governanceRaoul Wallenberg humanitarian investigationAlter Everything podcast

    44 min

  5. JAN 21

    200: What Does AI Look Like in 2026

    We’re back! Explore the future of artificial intelligence in the year 2026 with Patrick McGarry, Federal Chief Data Officer at ServiceNow, and Dr. Jupiter Bakakeu, Lead Generative AI Technologist at Alteryx. This milestone 200th episode examines the critical shift from AI as an answer machine to AI as an autonomous work agent capable of executing tasks independently. Learn about the four characteristics of AI agents (perceive, reflect, act, learn), discover which tasks organizations should and shouldn't delegate to AI, and understand why modernization, trust, and governance matter more than model selection.  Panelists: Patrick McGarry, Federal Chief Data Officer @ ServiceNow - LinkedInJupiter Bakakeu, Lead Generative AI Technologist @ Alteryx - LinkedInJoshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx - @JoshuaB, LinkedInShow notes:  ServiceNowAlteryxData.world"Beyond the Algorithm" by Patrick McGarry (upcoming publication) 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.

    1h 9m

  6. 12/03/2025

    199: Data, Community, and a Farewell to Megan

    Join us for a special farewell episode of the Alter Everything Podcast as we celebrate the impactful journey of host Megan Bowers. In this episode, Megan reflects on her career in data analytics, her experiences at Alteryx, and the evolution of the podcast. Discover insights on building a personal brand, the importance of networking in the data industry, and the future of data science and AI. Hear memorable stories from past episodes, expert interviews, and practical advice for data professionals.  Panelists:  Michael Cusic, Sr. Learning Experience Designer @ Alteryx - @mikecusic, LinkedInMegan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedInShow notes:  Alteryx Community Blog ContentEpisode 194: AI and Data PipelinesEpisode 134: Building Trust in AI with FiddlerEpisode 140: Using Alteryx to Understand Climate ChangeAlteryx ACE program 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.

    22 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    198: Best Practices for Integrating AI Into Your Alteryx Workflows

    In this episode of "Alter Everything," we sit down with Andrew Merrill, Alteryx product specialist and advocate, to explore best practices for integrating AI and LLMs into data analytics processes. Some topics we discuss include proven design patterns for generative AI, such as feedback loops, routing, and RAG architectures, and learn how to avoid common pitfalls like token overuse and data governance challenges. Andrew shares real-world use cases, tips for leveraging Alteryx Co-pilot, and strategies for prompt engineering to maximize workflow efficiency.  Panelists:  Andrew Merrill, Alteryx Consultant - @CoG, LinkedInMegan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedInShow notes:  Alteryx Gen AI ToolsAlteryx Co-pilotAlteryx Inspire 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.

    31 min

  8. 11/05/2025

    197: How Alteryx Empowers Students and Educators

    Discover how Alteryx SparkED is transforming accounting education in this episode of the Alter Everything Podcast. Guest host Eric Roy interviews professors Ashley Davis (University of Oklahoma) and Ahmet Kurt (Bentley University) about integrating Alteryx into their accounting curricula. Learn how data analytics, automation, and low-code tools are preparing students for the future of accounting. Hear real-world stories of students landing jobs with Alteryx skills, practical tips for educators, and the impact of AI and automation on the profession.  Panelists:  Eric Roy, Sr. Instructional Program Manager @ Alteryx - @ericroy, LinkedInAshley Davis, Associate Professor of Accounting @ University of Oklahoma - @adavis1, LinkedInAhmet Kurt, Associate Professor of Accounting @ Bentley University - @Ahmet_Kurt, LinkedInShow notes:  Alteryx SparkED ProgramAlteryx Community Learning Paths and TutorialsAlteryx Certification Exam 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.

    18 min
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Welcome to Alter Everything — a podcast about AI, analytics, and the future of work. To view episode transcripts, leave comments, and connect with guests, visit alteryx.com/podcast

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  • Creator
    Alteryx
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    216
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Alteryx
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    Alter Everything

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