Podcasts about Analytics

The Fed met this week and gave the Inside Economics crew a lot to talk about. Joining the fray are three colleagues, Martin Wurm, Justin Begley, and Matt Colyar. Opinions varied on the wisdom of September's rate hike, how much of an attempt it was to signal Chair Warsh's independence from the White House, and the likelihood that more hikes are in tow. The group plays the numbers game and debates what changes should be made to Moody's Analytics baseline forecast after Wednesday's meeting. All of this is prefaced by a lengthy conversation about everyone's hair (or lack thereof). Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's AnalyticsFollow Mark Zandi on 'X' and BlueSky @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedIn Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a little different this week because we don't have exact numbers and stats for North Dakota, but still!

In this episode, derivatives trader and first-time author Jeff Everson discusses his debut novel, The Glue Guy, and how his experience as a Division III backup offensive lineman at Middlebury shaped the book's themes of unseen contributions, team roles, and pure love of competition. He explains why he wrote a hockey-centered story despite not playing hockey, how concepts like the secondary assist and locker-room “unofficial hierarchies” reveal invisible value, and why bus rides and locker-room time build culture more than the spotlight moments. Everson connects trading-desk dynamics to athletics—competition, preparation, analytics, and teammate support—while stressing that analytics provide a map but humans still drive outcomes. He also shares a mindset shift: being indispensable isn't the highest virtue; building systems that work without you is.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:31 Sports to Trading Journey03:14 Middlebury and Team Roles07:11 Why Write Hockey09:08 Secondary Assist Metaphor12:54 Bus Rides Build Culture16:39 Locker Room Hierarchy20:13 Trading Desk Locker Room22:36 Analytics for Coaches28:26 Measuring Intangibles31:50 Empowering the Glue Guy34:27 Making the Book Accessible37:11 Changed Mind on Indispensable39:30 Wrap Up and Where to Buy

Data center demand is booming, but the buildings are going obsolete faster than they can fill up. Michael Bull, CCIM digs into the numbers with Ermengarde Jabir, PhD, Director of Economic Research at Moody's Analytics. The US data center market is now 31 to 32 gigawatts of power, and power, not square footage, is the right way to size it. Ermengarde explains why a 50,000 square foot data center built 10 or 15 years ago might now need only 25,000 square feet to house the newer racks and servers, leaving half the building empty. She walks through the sector's cap rates, a competitive 4% to mid-5% range, the shrinking risk premium as the 10-year Treasury pushes past 4.6%, and who is actually building these now, from traditional developers to the big tech owner-operators alongside long-time REITs Digital Realty and Equinix. The conversation covers the data center types from co-location to hyperscale, why the shell is simple like an industrial warehouse but the interior build-out and cooling are where the cost lives, office-to-data-center conversions and the load-bearing floor test that makes or breaks them, the moratoriums and lost-tax-base math driving local approvals, and what the AI build-out really means for jobs. Ermengarde's bottom line on employment: not more or fewer jobs, but different jobs. In this episode: 00:00  Intro: The Data Center Debate 01:23  How Big Is the Market? 31 to 32 Gigawatts of Power 02:18  Why Power Beats Square Footage, and the Obsolescence Problem 03:53  Data Center Types, From Co-Location to Hyperscale 04:47  Who Is Building Now: Developers, REITs, and Big Tech 07:54  Hyperscale Build-Out and the Shift to Liquid Cooling 10:28  Data Center Cap Rates: 4% to Mid-5% and the Risk Premium 12:11  Office-to-Data-Center Conversions and the Load-Bearing Test 14:08  Moratoriums, Zoning, and the Local Tax-Base Math 16:03  The Future: Why Exponential Growth Cannot Last 19:11  Data Centers and Jobs: Construction vs Permanent 22:43  AI and Employment: The 4.1% Headline and What It Hides 25:35  Office-Using Employment: Peak or Another Cycle? 27:03  Final Takeaway: Different Jobs, Not Fewer Connect with Ermengarde Jabir, PhD: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ermengarde-jabir-phd-3114829a/ Moody's Analytics Website: https://www.moodysanalytics.com Connect with Michael Bull & The Show: Michael Bull, CCIM Bull Realty, Inc https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbull/ For more commercial real estate market data, sector forecasts, and video episodes, visit CREshow.com. America's Commercial Real Estate Show is brought to you by our proud sponsors. TCN Worldwide: Commercial real estate property management, leasing, and sales solutions across the US and globally. Learn more: https://www.tcnworldwide.com Build Out: The ultimate product suite for commercial real estate brokerage firms looking to streamline their business. Learn more: https://www.buildout.com Bull Realty: Regional commercial real estate brokerage services headquartered in Atlanta, delivering market intel and strategies. Learn more: https://www.bullrealty.com Commercial Agent Success Strategies: Twenty-one cloud accessed commercial broker training videos with slide deck action notes. Learn more at https://www.commercialagentsuccess.com/ #DataCenters #CommercialRealEstate #CRE #DataCenterRealEstate #AI #CapRates #Hyperscale #AdaptiveReuse #RealEstateInvesting #CREForecast #MoodysAnalytics #MichaelBull

Ben Harris, Director of the Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution, joins the Inside Economics team to discuss his new research on how AI could shape the nation's fiscal outlook. The bottom line: it's complicated. AI has the potential to lift economic growth and ease pressure on the budget, but it won't erase the difficult choices ahead on taxes, spending, and the nation's long-term debt path.Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's AnalyticsFollow Mark Zandi on 'X' and BlueSky @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedInGuest: Ben Harris, Director of Economic Studies Program, Brookings InstitutionView our latest articles and research on AI- https://www.economy.com/ai-insight-hub Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Betches senior video producers Tess Tregellas and Madeline Mahoney reveal how they transformed a viral social media premise into their flagship scripted comedy series Sisters. They outline the operational mechanics of building an in-house creator studio, maintaining a sponsor-free first season to protect brand voice, and driving multi-platform distribution completely organically.Key Highlights

On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, as Georgia leads most states in development and operation of data centers, a report from Greenlink Analytics and Science for Georgia is skeptical of their expected growth beyond 2030. It claims the industry is planning massive infrastructure expansions that has “about a 0.2% chance of actually materializing.” We discuss the potential future of data centers in Georgia, and what it means for resource consumption in the state with Etan Gumerman, Director of Analytics at Greenlink Analytics, and Amy Sharma, Executive Director of Science for Georgia. Then, former chief classical music critic for The New York Times Anthony Tommasini believes the cultural impact of Marian Anderson has been lost over the generations. In Tommasini’s new book, “Voice of a Century: The Life and Artistry of Marian Anderson,” he shines a light on the operatic talent and the civil rights fight of the singer. It shares how Anderson broke racial barriers in opera, while holding the same crowds and stages as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., including her historic concert at the Lincoln Memorial where she performed for 75,000 people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if you could build a 7-figure Shopify brand without building a 50-person team?In this episode of Winning With Shopify, Nick is joined by Phil Atkinson, founder of Greenphones, to reveal how AI and automation are changing the way ecommerce businesses operate — from analytics and Google Ads to marketing, research and customer service.Phil has built a radically lean ecommerce operation, using AI as a team of specialised “employees” with different roles, access to business data and the tools needed to analyse performance and help run the business.Rather than simply using AI to write content, this episode explores what happens when you start giving AI access to the systems and information that actually run an ecommerce business — and whether one person can use AI to compete with much larger teams.You'll learn:How to build AI employees for specific ecommerce rolesWhy Phil started using AI throughout his businessHow AI can analyse business data and improve decision-makingWhether AI can actually manage and optimise Google AdsWhat AI can replace — and what it can'tHow AI is changing the used-phone industryHow to use AI for marketing, research and advertisingWhether AI customer service is good enough for ecommerceHow Shopify brands should start implementing AIIf you're a Shopify founder, ecommerce manager or marketer trying to understand how AI can save time, improve decision-making and help a smaller team compete with much larger businesses, this episode is for you.Connect with Phil Atkinson:Website - philatkinson.comLinkedIn - Phil AtkinsonGreenphones:Website - greenphones.noInstagram - @greenphonesFacebook - GreenphonesIn this episode:(00:00) – Building AI Employees for Ecommerce(02:57) – Why He Started Using AI in His Business(03:27) – Creating AI Employees for Analytics(04:34) – Building an AI Team With Different Roles(07:44) – Giving AI Employees Access to Business Tools(09:11) – Can AI Manage and Optimize Google Ads?(11:02) – What AI Can—and Can't—Replace(17:02) – How AI Is Changing the Used-Phone Industry(21:13) – Using AI for Marketing, Research & Advertising(22:57) – The Jobs AI Still Can't Do(25:39) – AI Customer Service: Is It Good Enough?(28:37) – How Businesses Should Start Implementing AIFollow Winning With Shopify for practical ecommerce growth strategies, Shopify marketing advice, AI insights and expert conversations designed to help Shopify brands grow more profitably.Exclusive listener offers:Ships-A-Lot - Improve fulfilment costs and find hidden shipping margin leaks.Inventory Planner - Free seven-day inventory bootcamp.Omnisend - 30% off paid plans for three months with code WINNINGWITHOMNISEND.Yoast - 15% off Shopify and WordPress with code WWS.506 - Extended 30-day free trial on Shopify apps with code WWS.About Winning With ShopifyWinning With Shopify is a podcast for Shopify founders, ecommerce leaders and marketers, covering practical strategies for growing an online store.Spec Digital is a PPC & SEO agency helping ecommerce brands grow through performance marketing.

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Did you know that as many as 70% of South African adults do not have a will? Lester Kiewit speaks to John Wessels, Executive: Product and Analytics at BetterSure Financial Consultants, to find out how a combination of factors, including a lack of financial education, not wanting to think about death, a belief that they don’t own enough assets, and inattention bias are preventing them from drawing up a will. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introduction  Facultative reinsurance can give insurers the additional capacity they need to write risks they might otherwise decline. But for smaller, more transactional placements, its value increasingly depends on how quickly that capacity can be accessed.  Joining Matthew Grant on the podcast, Dom Sindall, Head of Digital Broking, Facultative at Marsh Re, and Stephen Sheehan, Head of Analytics, Facultative at Marsh Re, explain how digital trading, automation and better data could reduce facultative placement times from days to hours or even minutes.  Dom explains why much of the delay in facultative reinsurance comes not from the work itself, but from the elapsed time between people completing each stage of a placement. Removing some of those dependencies could make facultative reinsurance significantly more accessible for smaller risks, where speed can matter more than price.  The discussion explores how advances in AI are helping automate another source of friction: insurance data. Stephen explains how extracting policy information from documents has become increasingly straightforward, while exposure data remains more challenging. Schedules of values (SOVs) can contain dozens of tabs, multiple currencies and inconsistent terminology, making ingestion, standardisation and quality control critical parts of the automation process.  They also examine where humans should remain involved. Fully automated workflows offer greater speed, but Dom and Stephen explain why firms need to determine what level of data quality is ‘good enough', where validation gates are required and which capabilities should be built internally or bought from technology partners.  Looking ahead, Dom explains why the growth of digital trading could expand the facultative market itself. Reinsurers that invested early in data standards have been able to move quickly, while the next wave may increasingly look to partnerships to accelerate their own digital capabilities.  In this episode you'll learn:  Why speed is becoming increasingly important for smaller facultative placements  How automation could reduce placement times from days to hours or minutes  Why AI has made extracting policy data significantly easier  Why exposure data remains a more difficult automation challenge  How to decide where human validation belongs within automated workflows  Why ‘good enough' data can be more commercially valuable than pursuing perfection  How insurers and brokers can approach build versus buy technology decisions  Why early investment in data standards is creating an advantage in digital trading  How reducing friction could help grow the facultative reinsurance market  Book recommendations:  Stephen Sheehan: Don't Believe Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen  Dom Sindall: The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton Christensen  If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on whichever platform you use or contact Matthew Grant on LinkedIn.  Sign up to the InsTech newsletter for a fresh view on the world every Wednesday morning.

The Inside Economics team is joined by colleague and CPI guru Matt Colyar to discuss August's CPI inflation report, which came in a touch hotter than expected. Mark ranks his top four inflation culprits, and the team weighs in. Next week's Fed meeting is top of mind, and there's some disagreement about the likelihood of a Fed rate hike.Guest: Matt ColyarTo access Mark and Matt's paper The Fed's Inflation Drama, click here: https://www.economy.com/getfile?q=0944A835-CD53-4092-ADD2-B22EEC4A45D3&app=downloadHosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's AnalyticsFollow Mark Zandi on 'X' and BlueSky @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedIn Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Time to look at some of Nebraska's ratings and stats ahead of the game vs. Bowling Green on Saturday!

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Reber, newly named President of ARL Network, one of the largest intermodal drayage and third-party logistics companies in the U.S. We talk about his path from dispatcher to leading an agent-based, asset-backed transportation network; the recent leadership transition; how ARL combines people, partnerships, and technology to move freight nationwide; and what he sees coming next for the industry.This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT is building the most trusted marketplace in freight. New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the link below. Built on the latest technology, DAT One gives you control over every aspect of moving freight, so that you can run your business with speed & efficiency.This program is also brought to you by our newest sponsor, GenLogs. GenLogs is setting a new standard of care for freight intelligence. Book your demo for GenLogs today at www.genlogs.io today!

In the latest episode of the CFA UK Future Proofing Finance, hosts Ben Ashby, ASIP and Tom Threlfall, CFA celebrate their milestone 21st episode with a very special guest - our very own Gerhard Sogl, Head of Content Strategy and Analytics, CFA UK. Gerhard brings his decades of experience in emerging markets, trading, and financial education to discuss his new paper on emotional liquidity, The Cost of Holding On, and why the best decisions investors can make under emotional stress aren't necessarily the ones that will deliver the best returns. 

 Also in this episode:
 - How Gerhard transitioned from FX and bond trading to content and financial education at CFA UK - Why inflationary and uncertain markets change investors emotional behaviour - Two trading blowups that shaped Gerhard's approach to emotional liquidity - Why opportunity cost can often be much larger than the visible loss - A practical mental model for managing your emotional liquidity in difficult situations Tune into this special episode to hear what happens when liquidity disappears, why emotional discipline matters as much as technical skill, and how traders and investors should manage their emotions as well as their portfolios.

On the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host interviews Justin Beck, assistant coach at UC San Diego, about his path from growing up around baseball with his father Bob Beck, to playing at San José State, transferring to UCSD, and moving into coaching at UCSD, Cal Poly Pomona, and back to UCSD. Beck describes the difficult transition from coaching former teammates, lessons learned from playing for his dad, and how modern tools like True Media and PitchCom have changed positioning, scouting, and in-game communication. He discusses how shifting, increased pitching “stuff,” and approach changes affect hitting, why coaches must develop every player on the roster, and how they create live reps for non-starters. Beck critiques the youth sports travel/showcase economy, urges multi-sport participation and downtime, and explains how UCSD evaluates recruits' intangibles and character. He closes with how he challenges his own beliefs, including rethinking fastball-focused hitting.00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:18 Justin Beck Origin Story01:32 College Stops and Coaching Path04:37 Player to Coach Whiplash08:32 Should New Coaches Leave11:21 Playing for Dad Lessons16:13 Shifts and Positioning Analytics18:55 PitchCom and Dugout Rules23:37 Modern Hitting and Strikeouts27:56 Coaching Values Across Programs31:18 Staying Game Ready32:23 Live Reps After Weekends33:48 Sandlot Culture Checks34:38 Youth Sports Money Trap40:08 Play Multiple Sports46:18 Exposure Before Ready50:52 Showcase Metrics Noise53:37 Recruiting Intangibles57:29 Outlets Beyond Baseball59:00 Changing Your Mind

In this episode of our AI series, Ara Kharazian, lead economist at fintech company Ramp, joins the Inside Economics team to discuss the state of AI adoption. Drawing on Ramp's real-time business spending data, Ara offers a unique view into which firms and industries are moving fastest, which are lagging, which LLMs are gaining traction, how token pricing is evolving, and what data center constraints and government regulation could mean for the AI boom.Guest: Ara Kharazian, Lead Economist, RampView our latest articles and research on AI- https://www.economy.com/ai-insight-hub Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Consistent content updates, correct metadata (like canonical tags), and site speed also directly affect your sales potential. Move users from social platforms (rented land) to your site (owned land), collect their emails, and continuously improve based on analytic feedback for sustainable success.Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS breaks it down in this episode so you can turn clicks into clients by using SEO to sell your products and services on your business website.Who Is This For?This episode is for entrepreneurs, small business owners, content creators, podcasters, and anyone aiming to sell products or services online using a website. Listeners seeking to understand website fundamentals, SEO essentials, audience analytics, and digital selling strategies will find actionable insights and clear steps to optimize online growth.For more support, listeners are encouraged to book a call, or subscribe to upcoming training and resources.Key Moments & TimestampsImportance of Website for Selling Products/Services: 00:00:02The Role of Payment Processors: 00:05:37Why Policy Pages Matter (Policies, Shipping Info, Terms): 00:07:13Pre-purchase vs. Post-purchase Customer Behavior: 00:19:15The Power of Analytics for Your Website: 00:26:53Browser & OS Impact on Audience Targeting: 00:31:02Why Website Ownership Outranks Social Media-Only Strategy: 00:45:06Website Audits—Practical Example: 01:04:17The Expanding Role of SEO and GEO: 00:58:49Key Action Steps for Audience Retention and Conversion: 01:22:06FAQsQ: Why do I need a website if I have big social media followings?A: Social media is rented land—you can be deplatformed or lose access any time. A website gives you control, credibility, visibility in AI search, and allows you to capture leads and earn revenue directly 00:46:38.Q: What's most important on my website for selling?A: Secure payment processing, clear product/service pages, updated policy/info pages, fast loading speed, and internal linking for easy navigation 00:05:37, 00:14:12.Q: How do analytics help me?A: Analytics show where visitors come from, which content they engage with, and how they buy, so you can tailor ads and products and avoid wasting budget 00:27:05.Q: What is GEO?A: Generative Engine Optimization—preparing your content and site not just for Google, but for AI/LLM search platforms that cite reliable websites 00:58:54.Q: What if I don't feel “techy” enough?A: Start simple and iterate. Hire help for technical parts, or use platforms like Podpage for podcasts. What matters most is taking ownership and taking the first step 01:20:50.Action StepsAudit Your Website: Check for up-to-date content, navigation, and canonical tags 01:04:17.Integrate Secure Payment Processing if you sell products or services 00:05:37.Create and Update Policy Pages (shipping, refunds, terms) 00:07:13.Analyze Your Analytics: Use Google Analytics to see audience, behaviors, and refine content and ads 00:26:53.Capture Emails: Move your audience from social media to your own email list for retention and remarketing 00:53:08.Speed-Test Your Website: Use tools like GTMetrix. Ensure load times

For the longest time, compensation has revolved around an annual rhythm.  One yearly market data refresh. One compensation planning cycle.  But that rhythm no longer matches the pace of today's workforce.  Jobs evolve faster than ever. Skills become outdated in months instead of years. AI is changing work, labor markets shift overnight, and new pay transparency regulations require organizations to make compensation decisions with greater consistency and confidence.  So what happens when the business changes every day, but compensation only changes once a year?  In this episode, we explore why more organizations are rethinking compensation as an ongoing business capability rather than an annual event. We'll discuss what's driving this shift, how technology and AI are changing the role of compensation teams, and what leaders should do now to prepare for a more continuous approach to pay.  Host:   Ruth Thomas – Chief Compensation Strategist, Payscale    Guest: Matthew Carson – Senior Director, Compensation Strategy & Analytics, UnitedHealth Group  

The task seemed impossible: For as long as we’ve been waiting for these Week 1 games and talking about them, especially the two in the Chicago suburbs featuring four of the top five teams in the country, they couldn’t possibly live up to the hype we’d given them. Could they? Well, perhaps they couldn’t both live up to the hype, but one sure as heck did, as No. 5 Wheaton knocked off No. 3 Mount Union when offensive guard Aiden Byrne blocked the Purple Raiders’ attempt to tie the game with an extra point kick with 22 seconds left. So it was all celebration for the Thunder, and Patrick Coleman was there and brings the sounds and the observations, as we hear from Wheaton coach Jesse Scott in Fast Five, and we’ll hear from Byrne as well. Patrick was also at the Bethel-North Central game, three-quarters of it anyway, so he got the gist, and we’ll talk about the key new personnel for North Central as well as what was missing for Bethel, plus the things that the No. 1-ranked Cardinals and No. 2 Royals need to work on. And we’ll dive heavily into No. 11 St. John’s win vs. No. 10 UW-La Crosse also. And how many viewers did the Wheaton win get? Logan Hansen comes back to the podcast for the regular season with his breakdown of the top learnings from the week from an analytics perspective in Analytics 301, a 3 minute and 1 second swing through the big games coming up as well as key questions: Will the WIAC have a decent shot of getting four teams in the playoffs again? Plus, Patrick and Greg Thomas swing through all six regions of Division III. Who’s only just begun in Region 1? Who has a clue in Region 2, etc.? Plus they hand out game balls, pick out the stats of the week, and answer your mailbag questions. How did our team’s Week 1 predictions go? Yes, we hold each other accountable for that and we’ll own up to it on every weekly podcast. Plus, in the Final Countdown, three results that surprised each of us from this week. We talk about dozens of teams and dozens of games, so check it all out on the D3football.com Around the Nation podcast. Hit play, or subscribe to get this podcast on your mobile device. You can subscribe to the Around the Nation Podcast in Apple Podcasts, and many other places. You can also get this and any of our future Around the Nation podcasts automatically by subscribing to this RSS feed: http://www.d3blogs.com/d3football/?feed=podcast Here’s how to find us on some of the major podcasting apps: Apple Podcasts: D3football.com Around the Nation Podcast Podcast Addict: D3football.com Around the Nation Podcast iHeart Radio: D3football.com Around the Nation Podcast Spotify: D3football.com Around the Nation Podcast Photos: Michael Hudson Photography; Ryan Coleman, d3photography.com; Steve Woltmann for North Central athletics

Send us Fan MailGet vidIQ Boost for an exclusive price! https://vidiq.com/podcastWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video: https://youtu.be/_kUOrWhNynwYou can spend years trying to “figure out the YouTube algorithm” and still miss the simplest truth: YouTube isn't trying to make creators feel good, it's trying to satisfy viewers. We react to a rare, useful conversation from YouTube where Renee Ritchie talks with Todd Beaupré, one of the people working on recommendations, and we translate the big takeaways into creator language you can actually use.We talk through the shift from thinking the algorithm “pushes” your videos to understanding how recommendations are “pulled” for each individual viewer the moment they open YouTube. That includes context you can't see in Analytics, like what device someone is on and what time of day they're watching. If you've ever wondered why your viewing habits change on TV versus desktop, or why a completely unrelated video shows up next to what you're watching, the answer is personalisation and it matters for how you plan content.Then we tackle the myths that drive creator panic: the so-called subscriber test, the obsession with the first 24 to 48 hours, and the emotional damage of seeing “10 of 10” inside YouTube Studio. We get specific about when early performance truly matters (timely videos) versus when evergreen content can quietly find its audience weeks or months later. We also break down what YouTube optimises for long-term user value, why no single metric like CTR or watch time can tell the full story, and how suggested videos often function as the real subscription feed.If you're pivoting topics, debating a new channel, or trying to make sense of “random” suggested placements, this conversation will help you think like a viewer again and make better decisions as a creator. Subscribe, share this with a creator friend who's doom-refreshing Studio, and leave a review with the one YouTube myth you want debunked next.

Mark and Cris are joined by Dante to unpack the August employment report. While the headline number surprised to the upside, they agree it does little to change their view of underlying job growth. The discussion turns to the implications for monetary policy, including how renewed pressure from President Trump for rate cuts could factor into the Fed outlook. With Marisa away, the team skips the usual stats game and instead weighs the economic risks and opportunities they believe are underappreciated.Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's AnalyticsFollow Mark Zandi on 'X' and BlueSky @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedIn Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, I sit down with Will Fediw, Senior Vice President of the Virginia Maritime Association, as he prepares for VMA's International Trade Symposium. From his years as a Coast Guard officer to his work advocating for Virginia's ports and supply-chain businesses, Will has a clear view of what it takes to bring shippers, carriers, ports, and logistics leaders into one room. We talk about why this year's theme, “Anchored: Grounded in Strategy. Ready for What's Next,” matters in a market still dealing with shifting trade policy, carrier dynamics, and pressure to balance cost, service, and resilience. VMA26 runs October 13–15, 2026, in Norfolk and remains the East Coast's premier conference on shipping, ports, logistics, and trade. Will walks through what attendees can expect across two days of programming, the exhibit hall, and signature events including the Golf Open, VIP harbor cruise, Maritime Mixer, and 106th Annual Maritime Banquet. If you work in freight, ports, or international trade and want a practical preview of the conversations that will shape the fall, this is the briefing before the symposium.If you haven't registered yet, I urge you to do so now & use promo code "VMA26ARMCHAIR" at checkout to save some $$$. This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT is building the most trusted marketplace in freight. New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the link below. Built on the latest technology, DAT One gives you control over every aspect of moving freight, so that you can run your business with speed & efficiency.This program is also brought to you by our newest sponsor, GenLogs. GenLogs is setting a new standard of care for freight intelligence. Book your demo for GenLogs today at www.genlogs.io today!

Intel—now Intel Foundry—has been a leader in industrial automation for decades, long before commercial analytics platforms could meet our highly...

In this episode, Stacey Benson, Director, Revenue Cycle Operations, Houston Methodist Physician Organization, discusses using AI, analytics and workflow technology to improve revenue cycle efficiency, address payer downcoding and denials, and support team performance. She also shares how Houston Methodist is building a strong remote culture while preparing revenue cycle teams for the challenges ahead.

John and Josh dive into the analytics of Huskers vs Bobcats this Saturday!

Across Cisco's partner ecosystem, AI adoption isn't new — it's already happening at scale. So how do partners turn that momentum into trusted, real-world outcomes for their customers?  In this episode of Scaling AI in the Enterprise, we bring together an all-star partner panel featuring Trace3, Worldwide Technology (WWT), and Presidio to tackle the real challenges of scaling AI: the shift from dashboards to semantic layers, the discipline of clean data and governance, the balance between automation and human judgment, and why adoption is as much about culture and trust as it is about technology.   Host: Emma Carpenter, SVP Recurring Revenue Acceleration, Cisco Customer Experience    Guests:   Josh Lindstrom, Sr. Director, Data and Analytics, Trace3   Surbhi Kaul, VP CX Product Management, Cisco Customer Experience     Kevin Corace, SVP Software and Services Lifecycle, Presidio    Laura Kuehner, VP Customer Experience, WWT    Learn more about Cisco Customer Experience; read our blogs and visit Cisco.com.

Patrick McGarry, Federal CDO at ServiceNow and author of The Adaptive Organization, has spent years watching organizations accumulate data and tools but fail to convert them into decisions. Overhead grows. Outcomes don't. Hence “Intelligence Without Action Is Just Overhead.” Patrick joins Juan and Tim to walk through why federal data programs stall (the idea-to-deployment lag is long enough that the tech moves on), why incentives matter more than mandates, and why the right question should not be "how do we get AI ready" and instead should be "how do we make our organization accountable for AI." Topics discussed: Intelligence vs. action Ownership and outcomes Federal government's speed problem The CATALOG framework: Culture & Talent, Analytics & AI, Technology & Architecture, Alignment, Leadership & Governance, Operations & Delivery, Growth & Measurement. Governance as clarity, not bureaucracy Open standards, vendor lock-in, semantics, interoperability Regulatory standards as a double-edged sword See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of The Data & AI Chief, host Cindi Howson sits down with three incredible authors to explore what it really takes to lead through the AI era, from scaling innovation to building AI-ready data foundations to designing systems that keep humans at the center. Get ready for a deep dive into: Scaling innovation and leading through uncertainty with Linda Hill, Harvard Business School Professor and author of Genius at Scale: How Great Leaders Drive Innovation Building AI-ready data foundations with Sanjeev Mohan, Principal at SanjMo and author of Designing the AI-Driven Data Foundations Designing accountable, human-centered AI with Harveer Singh, Co-Founder and CIO of Rizz Wireless and author of When Data Moves Consider this your fall reading list for leading through the next phase of AI. Key Moments: Why Scaling Innovation Requires a Culture Shift (01:03): Linda Hill, author of Genius at Scale, unpacks her ABC model of architects, bridgers, and catalysts in scaling AI innovation. The Timeless Fundamentals Behind AI-Ready Data (32:40): Sanjeev Mohan, author of Designing the AI-Driven Data Foundations, explains why data fundamentals haven't changed even as the tools have. Why Every Data Pipeline Decision Has a Human Consequence (58:38): Harveer Singh, author of When Data Moves, shares personal stories showing the human stakes behind every data decision. Key Quotes: “Innovation is almost always the result of collaboration, experimentation, learning of people who are different, who have different perspectives, different expertise.” - Linda Hill “I strongly believe that to achieve the promises of AI, we should really focus on the foundational pieces, because those things never go away.” - Sanjeev Mohan “The more and more we are embedding these AI agents into our technology, we need to make sure that there is an accountability factor, there is a responsibility factor that is put into it before these decisions are made.” - Harveer Singh Mentions: Genius at Scale: How Great Leaders Drive Innovation Designing the AI-Driven Data Foundations When Data Moves The AI Fairness Test Nobody Runs Guest Bios: Linda Hill Linda A. Hill is the Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and Faculty Chair of the Leadership Initiative. She is widely recognized as one of the world's foremost experts on leadership and innovation. Hill is the coauthor of Genius at Scale: How Great Leaders Drive Innovation (March 2026), which introduces three essential roles for leading innovation across organizations and ecosystems: architect, bridger, and catalyst. The book was shortlisted for the 2025 Thinkers50 Innovation Award. She is also the coauthor of the award-winning books Collective Genius and Being the Boss. Her TED talk on leading collective creativity has garnered more than three million views. Sanjeev Mohan Sanjeev Mohan is a recognized thought leader in cloud technologies, modern data architectures, analytics, and artificial intelligence. With a keen focus on emerging trends and technologies, Sanjeev hosts It Depends podcast and authors regular Medium blogs. He is also the author of Data Product for Dummies. Formerly a Vice President at Gartner, Sanjeev was renowned for his in-depth research and strategic insights, shaping the research agenda for data and analytics globally. Over the past three years, he has led SanjMo, a consultancy specializing in technical advisory services that elevate category and brand awareness for clients. Sanjeev is the author of Designing the AI-Driven Data Foundations, a practical guide to building modern data foundations for the AI era. Harveer Singh Harveer Singh is a globally recognized data, AI, and fintech leader who bridges enterprise-scale leadership with entrepreneurial execution. Across 25+ years, he has transformed financial institutions spanning banking, payments, telecom, and Web3. A recognized industry leader, Harveer's work has earned DataIQ Top 10 CDOs, American Banker Innovation of the Year, and American Asian Outstanding 50 honors. In 2025, Harveer co-founded Rizz Wireless, an AI-native wireless company, where he serves as Co-Founder, CIO, and Board Member. He is also co-creator of RZTO, the company's Solana-based rewards token, which reimagines how loyalty and telecom rewards work and is listed on Gate.io. Harveer is the author of When Data Moves, which challenges the tech industry to remember that data systems serve humans, not machines. Hear more from Cindi Howson here. Sponsored by ThoughtSpot.

In this episode, Shannon Cameron, MBA, MHIIM, CPC, Chief Operating Officer, Anesthesia Financial Solutions, LLC, discusses how AI, automation and advanced analytics are reshaping revenue cycle operations, from denials and prior authorization to reimbursement and payment accuracy. She also shares lessons on governance, workforce evolution and leading effectively across complex healthcare organizations.

What makes an analytics or intelligence product indispensable when technical sophistication alone isn't enough to drive adoption, renewals, or sales? Why do POCs stall, why does adoption stay flat, and why aren't prospects nearly as excited about your (impressive) analytics tech as you are?      It's that the value never becomes obvious to the humans in the loop who do the buying, using, and justifying.     In this episode, I provide a framework for identifying the personas (roles) and experiences that can turn sophisticated analytical capability into perceived value. We'll explore the five essential control surfaces you'll need to address in your product and why founders and product leaders need to look beyond technical development (e.g., the delivery of AI models, dashboards, MCP connectors, agentic capabilities, and traditional interfaces).      I also examine the tensions that can emerge when incentives and goals for end users are not aligned with those of management and executive/fiscal buyers. Why does the efficiency ROI you sell to a management champion get read as a job threat to the operator/user whose adoption you need to succeed? I'll answer this, plus the reasons AI can complicate those dynamics, how to prevent your product from creating an Invisible Intelligence Gap for customers, and why one past podcast guest's “shipping the meter” matters much more than another feature. (That will also explain why I don't think dashboards are dead in the age of AI.)      Highlights / Skip to: Short-term stakeholders you shouldn't forget to satisfy (particularly during POCs/Demos) such as legal, compliance, and the game of defense “value be damned” they are playing (4:14) Not every mouth is equally hungry: deciding which personas deserve the most product attention (8:23) End users of your product such as developers, analysts, business users (often ICs) operating your product daily—and why the real bar is whether they would complain to the C-suite if your product went away (9:12) How managers of ICs (e.g., sales directors, customer service managers, VPs of data, etc.) might need something very different than end users, and why the manager's needs might be a threat to those very IC users. The 3-part fix? Making all parties look successful to their superiors; improving the lives of those stakeholders; and arming champions with the evidence fiscal buyers need  (11:08) The unique needs of executive and financial stakeholders who might have the most decision power while using your product the least (15:59) Why “shipping the meter” and the Invisible Intelligence Gap decide whether your product survives the next budget cut (17:07) The “AI Agent” as a “user” of your product: Why I think agents ride in a sidecar attached to humans and what you need to do to enable your customers and their AI agents to be successful (21:23) Why figuring out what control surfaces/UIs/UXs you may need to improve is the easy part if you know what they are a response to (26:37)   Links 197 - Agentic AI Isn't a Moat for Analytics Products.This is. - My episode on viable moats for BI/Analytics products in the age of AI The Invisible Intelligence Gap Behavioral Signals CEO Rana Gujral on “Shipping the Meter” is in Episode 198 Need help identifying the 5 control surfaces in your product and satisfying the human users behind them? Schedule a free discovery call with me

The road to the College Football Playoff is not as straightforward as a preseason ranking suggests.Bill Connelly, ESPN staff writer and creator of SP+, breaks down the analytics shaping the college football season. He examines why roster turnover creates a wider range of outcomes, how schedule strength affects playoff chances, the difference between the SEC and Big Ten, and the teams best positioned to contend. He also shares what his season simulations reveal about the title race and why a few unexpected teams could break through. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Launching a new product or service often feels like an uphill battle. Many experts find themselves trapped in a cycle of perfectionism, endlessly tweaking their offerings instead of taking the plunge and launching. Yet, this perfectionism is rarely about guaranteeing quality; instead, it often stems from uncertainty about the target audience.**The Mindset Behind Perfectionism**Perfectionism before launching isn't a quest for quality; it's a cry for clarity. When you lack a clear understanding of your audience, your work seems perpetually incomplete. This lack of clarity leads to an endless loop of tweaks and modifications, causing significant delays. It's crucial to address this mindset and focus on identifying your audience to break free from the perfection trap.**Identifying the Real Issue: Who is Your Audience?**Often, the real roadblock isn't the content itself but rather a misunderstanding of who it's intended for. Without knowing your audience, your message risks missing the mark, which only perpetuates hesitation and further delays. The solution is simple: identify and understand your target audience and the specific problem your product or service solves for them.**Embrace Analytics and Feedback**Many individuals fear launching because they dread exposure and potential negative feedback. But feedback—both positive and negative—provides valuable insights. Analytics can reveal how users interact with your website, what holds their attention, and what doesn't. It allows you to refine and adapt your approach, fostering a stronger connection with your audience.**The Power of Clarity**Imagine walking in fog and suddenly seeing a distant light; clarity emerges as you move closer. This metaphor highlights how identifying your audience and purpose can illuminate your path forward. Once you achieve clarity, decisions become more straightforward, and confidence grows, propelling you toward action.**Steps to Overcome Perfectionism**1. **Mind Dump Exercise**: Write down reasons you believe you're not ready to launch. Examine each point critically, distinguishing between genuine concerns and irrational fears.2. **Constructive Feedback**: Seek feedback from trusted colleagues or mentors who can provide honest insights without judgment.3. **Real Connection in the Digital Age**: While online interactions can feel impersonal, they serve as a gateway to a broader audience. Ensure your digital content speaks to the problems and pain points your audience faces.4. **Embrace Imperfection**: Realise that perfection is an illusion. Your audience seeks solutions, not perfection. Start small, gather feedback, and iterate.**Final Thoughts**Launching an offering requires courage to embrace imperfections and recognise the need for ongoing adaptation. By clearly defining your audience and seeking constructive feedback, you shed the fog of perfectionism. Take that first step and evolve from there.Remember, taking action aligns with showing up for your audience, providing them with the guidance they need. If you find yourself struggling with this process, reach out to a coach or mentor who can offer personalised support to help you navigate these challenges.Until next time, recognise when perfection isn't your ultimate goal—clarity and action are. Thank you for reading, and don't hesitate to reach out if you encounter challenges along your journey to launching with confidence.

In this episode, Shannon Cameron, MBA, MHIIM, CPC, Chief Operating Officer, Anesthesia Financial Solutions, LLC, discusses how AI, automation and advanced analytics are reshaping revenue cycle operations, from denials and prior authorization to reimbursement and payment accuracy. She also shares lessons on governance, workforce evolution and leading effectively across complex healthcare organizations.

Nonprofit leaders often struggle to identify and engage the right supporters, leaving valuable philanthropic opportunities untapped. Building sustainable donor growth requires a grounded approach to prospect research that goes far deeper than net worth or basic online search results. In this episode, Elanna Giang, Director of Research and Analytics at The Discovery Group, shares actionable insights on how fundraising teams can transform raw data into meaningful relationships. She explores the practical applications and hidden dangers of AI in donor identification, why values alignment outweighs financial capacity, and how involving researchers in early strategy sessions empowers organizations to connect with confidence.

Continuing the AI series, the Inside Economics team talks with ConstructConnect Chief Economist Michael Guckes about the data center boom. Michael's granular view of the buildout sheds light on both the opportunities and risks, including whether financing has outpaced construction and whether cheaper AI models could leave some premium data centers stranded. And as a bonus, he has some thoughts on construction in Area 51. Guest: Michael Buckes, Chief Economist, ConstructConnect View our latest articles and research on AI- https://www.economy.com/ai-insight-hub Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's Analytics Follow Mark Zandi on 'X' and BlueSky @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedIn Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stephen Follows has spent 15 years turning film-industry curiosity into a career — asking questions like how much movies really earn, why poster colors have shifted over decades, and whether old studio domains are still up for grabs. In this episode, he joined us to talk about building that unusual path, the cautionary tale of TheNumbers.com, and his theory about Sandra Bullock. Go start your passion project. This episode is brought to you, in part, by our sponsors, Prism from Ask-Y and Stape.  For complete show notes, including links to items mentioned in this episode and a transcript of the show, visit the show page.

Francois Ajenstat is the  Founder and CEO of Golden Analytics, an AI-native business intelligence platform. He launched the company from stealth in April 2026 after nearly three decades building other people's analytics products. He was CPO at Tableau from the early startup days through its IPO and Salesforce acquisition, then CPO at Amplitude. Now he's founder and CEO of Golden Analytics. Francois believes the best products are love letters to the people who use them. He's been in the industry long enough to know what's broken, and Golden is his answer.Visit https://www.goldenanalytics.com/ to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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ITB analytics expert Sam Finkel joins Geoff Mosher to discuss the notable data coming out of Eagles-Patriots preseason game and what data points are relevant for Eagles-Bengals on Friday.► Subscribe to our Patreon Channel for exclusive information not seen or heard anywhere else and become among smartest Birds fans out there (just ask our members!!) + get all of our shows commercial free!!https://www.patreon.com/insidethebirds► Sign up for our newsletter! • Visit http://eepurl.com/hZU4_n.►Support our sponsors!!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/► Don't sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% off with code BIRDS at takeultra.com! ►The Perfect Jean: https://theperfectjean.nyc  Get 15% off with code BIRDS! Follow the Hosts!► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsideBirds► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffpmosher► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannfl► Follow Andrew DiCecco on Twitter:: https://twitter.com/andrewdiceccoNFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde examines the career, analytical philosophy, and remarkable adaptability of Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra, who rose from the organization's video room to become the NBA's longest-tenured active head coach, a two-time NBA champion, six-time NBA Finals coach, and the newly appointed head coach of the USA Men's National Team for the 2027 FIBA World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games. How has Spoelstra continually redesigned his systems around dramatically different rosters, from the LeBron James era to Miami's more recent underdog playoff runs? What role do film study, statistical evidence, matchup data, experimentation, and unconventional defensive schemes play in his decision-making? The episode explores how Spoelstra has used switching, zone defenses, blitzes, drop coverages, and constant tactical variation to keep opponents solving new problems, while building an organizational culture capable of sustaining competitiveness across nearly two decades. What can leaders beyond basketball learn from a coach whose greatest competitive advantage may be his willingness to keep adapting?

Ric Bucher examines Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA protest and why his real target may be the NBA — a league he believes ended his career to protect its business interests.Then, Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis' revelation that he's been discouraged from shooting mid-range jumpers launches a deeper look at how analytics have reshaped — and homogenized — NBA basketball. Plus: Caitlin Clark's evolution, Stephen A. Smith's WNBA take, Jalen Brunson's old-school brilliance and whether load management is actually making players more vulnerable.00:00 – Welcome to On The Ball01:16 – Enes Kanter Freedom, the WNBA and the controversy04:27 – Challenging the WNBA's eligibility rules07:16 – Is Kanter Freedom really supporting women?10:30 – Ric's perspective from years around women's basketball13:44 – Why Kanter Freedom's real target may be the NBA15:21 – Caitlin Clark's evolution and Stephen A. Smith's WNBA take16:35 – Matas Buzelis and the NBA's war on the mid-range18:23 – How analytics took over NBA basketball21:20 – The math behind eliminating the mid-range22:24 – What analytics fail to measure23:48 – Kenny Atkinson and analytics taken to the extreme25:40 – How distinctive NBA offensive systems disappeared26:48 – Jalen Brunson proves old-school basketball still works27:41 – Load management, injuries and unintended consequences28:14 – Why modern NBA basketball has become too formulaic28:46 – Closing thoughts#NBA #WNBA #EnesKanterFreedom #MatasBuzelis #CaitlinClark #JalenBrunson #ChicagoBulls #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stripe Chief Economist Ernie Tedeschi joins the Inside Economics team to separate the signal from the noise in a busy week for the economy and financial markets. The group discusses Kevin Warsh's recent speech and the market's reaction, unpacks the latest PCE inflation data and what it means for the Fed, and explores the remarkable surge in business formations. Are more Americans becoming entrepreneurs because of shifts in how firms are organized, or is technology making it easier than ever to launch and run a business? Ernie shares insights on the rise of solopreneurs and what it could mean for the future of work, productivity, and economic growth. Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: following a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic; remembering Dolly Parton and her legacy; the U.S. Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index; the Conversion Interactive Agency and People, Data, Analytics released the Q2 2026 Driver Recruiting & Retention Data Download Report; oil reacts to Iran and Oman working on details of an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. crude oil inventory data and traffic through the Strait; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capital Group economist Darrell Spence, who has covered the U.S. economy for more than three decades, separates AI hype from the evidence, explaining how much growth the current capital-spending boom is actually buying, where productivity gains are most likely to show up, and who benefits when they do. He also looks to earlier investment cycles for a sense of how long this one will last. The spending is real, but Spence makes the case that enthusiasm and economic resilience are not the same thing — a distinction that matters more as consumer spending softens, inflation persists, and tariffs push up costs. Check out the link to Capital Group's 2026 outlook: 2026 Midyear Investment Outlook View our latest articles and research on AI- Is AI a Miracle or a Mirage? Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bret Boone is joined by MLB Insider and host for MLB Network, Greg Amsinger. Greg & Boonie reminisce on Bret's Home Run Derby experience, how the Diamond Backs are handling the Ketel Marté situation and Greg breaks down his iconic rankings system.

Rushed methodology changes implemented mid-season by Nielsen have severely shaken the NFL's confidence in standard television ratings. NFL Chief Data Officer Paul Ballew explains how media fragmentation is forcing leagues and networks to demand radical transparency or switch to new transactional metrics. Key Highlights

ITB analytics expert Sam Finkel joins Geoff Mosher to discuss the data notable coming out of Eagles-Ravens preseason games and what data points are relevant for Eagles-Patriots this weekend.► Subscribe to our Patreon Channel for exclusive information not seen or heard anywhere else and become among smartest Birds fans out there (just ask our members!!) + get all of our shows commercial free!!https://www.patreon.com/insidethebirds►Support our sponsors!!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/► Don't sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% off with code BIRDS at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #adventure ►Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at hexclad.com/BIRDS #hexcladpartner► Try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine: https://livemomentous.com Use code BIRDS for up to 35% off first order!Follow the Hosts!► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsideBirds► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffpmosher► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannfl► Follow Sam Finkel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sam_finkelNFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.

Valenti and Brendan began the final hour with their thoughts on an article by the Detroit Free Press highlighting the "unluckiness" of the Tigers bullpen. They pushed back on that while opening up the conversation to a broader one about the issues with analytics in other sports.

The article about the Tigers bullpen being "unlucky" prompts a conversation about analytics as a whole in sports.