Best Stark Enterprises Podcasts (2024)

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Building Resilient Data Systems for Modern Enterprises at Astrafy with Andrea Bombino 28:29

3h ago28:29

28:29

Efficient data orchestration is the backbone of modern analytics and AI-driven workflows. Without the right tools, even the best data can fall short of its potential. In this episode, Andrea Bombino, Co-Founder and Head of Analytics Engineering at Astrafy, shares insights into his team’s approach to optimizing data transformation and orchestration …

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Inside Airflow 3: Redefining Data Engineering with Vikram Koka 30:08

7d ago30:08

30:08

Data orchestration is evolving faster than ever and Apache Airflow 3 is set to revolutionize how enterprises handle complex workflows. In this episode, we dive into the exciting advancements with Vikram Koka, Chief Strategy Officer at Astronomer and PMC Member at The Apache Software Foundation. Vikram shares his insights on the evolution of Airflow…

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Building a Data-Driven HR Platform at 15Five with Guy Dassa 20:25

6d ago20:25

20:25

Data and AI are revolutionizing HR, empowering leaders to measure performance and drive strategic decisions like never before. In this episode, we explore the transformation of HR technology with Guy Dassa, Chief Technology Officer at 15Five, as he shares insights into their evolving data platform. Guy discusses how 15Five equips HR leaders with to…

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The Intersection of AI and Data Management at Dosu with Devin Stein 20:18

1M ago20:18

20:18

Unlocking engineering productivity goes beyond coding — it’s about managing knowledge efficiently. In this episode, we explore the innovative ways in which Dosu leverages Airflow for data orchestration and supports the Airflow project. Devin Stein, Founder of Dosu, shares his insights on how engineering teams can focus on value-added work by automa…

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AI-Powered Vehicle Automation at Ford Motor Company with Serjesh Sharma 26:11

2M ago26:11

26:11

Harnessing data at scale is the key to driving innovation in autonomous vehicle technology. In this episode, we uncover how advanced orchestration tools are transforming machine learning operations in the automotive industry. Serjesh Sharma, Supervisor ADAS Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) at Ford Motor Company, joins us to discuss the challenge…

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From Task Failures to Operational Excellence at GumGum with Brendan Frick 24:06

2M ago24:06

24:06

Data failures are inevitable but how you manage them can define the success of your operations. In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges of data engineering and AI with Brendan Frick, Senior Engineering Manager, Data at GumGum. Brendan shares his unique approach to managing task failures and DAG issues in a high-stakes ad-tech environment.…

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From Sensors to Datasets: Enhancing Airflow at Astronomer with Maggie Stark and Marion Azoulai 22:25

2M ago22:25

22:25

A 13% reduction in failure rates — this is how two data scientists at Astronomer revolutionized their data pipelines using Apache Airflow.In this episode, we enter the world of data orchestration and AI with Maggie Stark and Marion Azoulai, both Senior Data Scientists at Astronomer. Maggie and Marion discuss how their team re-architected their use …

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Mastering Data Orchestration with Airflow at M Science with Ben Tallman 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

Mastering the flow of data is essential for driving innovation and efficiency in today’s competitive landscape. In this episode, we explore the evolution of data orchestration and the pivotal role of Apache Airflow in modern data workflows.Ben Tallman, Chief Technology Officer at M Science, joins us and shares his extensive experience with Airflow,…

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Welcome to The Data Flowcast 2:01

3M ago2:01

2:01

Welcome to The Data Flowcast: Mastering Airflow for Data Engineering & AI — the podcast where we keep you up to date with insights and ideas propelling the Airflow community forward.Join us each week, as we explore the current state, future and potential of Airflow with leading thinkers in the community, and discover how best to leverage this workf…

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Enhancing Business Metrics With Airflow at Artlist with Hannan Kravitz 23:51

3M ago23:51

23:51

Data orchestration is revolutionizing the way companies manage and process data. In this episode, we explore the critical role of data orchestration in modern data workflows and how Apache Airflow is used to enhance data processing and AI model deployment.Hannan Kravitz, Data Engineering Team Leader at Artlist, joins us to share his insights on lev…

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Cutting-Edge Data Engineering at Teya with Alexandre Magno Lima Martins 23:46

3M ago23:46

23:46

Data engineering is constantly evolving and staying ahead means mastering tools like Apache Airflow. In this episode, we explore the world of data engineering with Alexandre Magno Lima Martins, Senior Data Engineer at Teya. Alexandre talks about optimizing data workflows and the smart solutions they've created at Teya to make data processing easier…

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Airflow Strategies for Business Efficiency at Campbell with Larry Komenda 26:10

4M ago26:10

26:10

Managing data workflows well can change the game for any company. In this episode, we talk about how Airflow makes this possible. Larry Komenda, Chief Technology Officer at Campbell, shares how Airflow supports their operations and improves efficiency.Larry discusses his role at Campbell, their switch to Airflow, and its impact. We look at their st…

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How Laurel Uses Airflow To Enhance Machine Learning Pipelines with Vincent La and Jim Howard 23:58

4M ago23:58

23:58

The world of timekeeping for knowledge workers is transforming through the use of AI and machine learning. Understanding how to leverage these technologies is crucial for improving efficiency and productivity.In this episode, we’re joined by Vincent La, Principal Data Scientist at Laurel, and Jim Howard, Principal Machine Learning Engineer at Laure…

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How Vibrant Planet's Self-Healing Pipelines Revolutionize Data Processing 23:51

5M ago23:51

23:51

Discover the cutting-edge methods Vibrant Planet uses to revolutionize geospatial data processing and resource management.In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of scaling geospatial data processing and resource allocation with experts from Vibrant Planet. Joining us are Cyrus Dukart, Engineering Lead, and David Sacerdote, Staff Software En…

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The Future of AI in Data Engineering With Astronomer’s Julian LaNeve and David Xue 23:36

6M ago23:36

23:36

The world of data orchestration and machine learning is rapidly evolving, and tools like Apache Airflow are at the forefront of these changes. Understanding how to effectively utilize these tools can significantly enhance data processing and AI model deployment.This episode features Julian LaNeve, CTO at Astronomer, and David Xue, Machine Learning …

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The Power of Airflow in Modern Data Environments at Wynn Las Vegas with Siva Krishna Yetukuri 24:31

6M ago24:31

24:31

Understanding the critical role of data integration and management is essential for driving business success, particularly in a dynamic environment like a luxury casino resort.In this episode, we sit down with Siva Krishna Yetukuri, Cloud Data Architect at Wynn Las Vegas, to explore how Airflow and other tools are transforming data workflows and cu…

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Powering the Texas Rangers World Series Win With AI on Airflow with Alexander Booth 23:38

6M ago23:38

23:38

The integration of data and AI in sports is transforming how teams strategize and perform. Understanding how to harness this technology is key to staying competitive in the rapidly evolving landscape of baseball.In this episode, we sit down with Alexander Booth, Assistant Director of Research and Development at Texas Rangers Baseball Club, to explo…

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Series 5, Episode 11: David Morrissey 1:21:21

1+ y ago1:21:21

1:21:21

This week, we bring you the final episode of series 5 of The Lonely Arts Club and what a way to finish. It was such a treat to welcome star of stage and screen, David Morrissey, into the studio. This episode was recorded at the end of 2022 when David was back in Liverpool and we were delighted to have a chat with him. During his reflections, David …

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Series 5, Episode 10: Maria Balshaw 52:29

1+ y ago52:29

52:29

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, we speak to the Director of Tate, Maria Balshaw. Named the undisputed queen of Britain’s gallery scene, Maria attended university in Liverpool for part of her studies and we chat about what brought her to the city in the first place, the highlights of her time as a student and how her path has taken her to being t…

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Series 5, Episode 9: Jimmy McGovern (part II) 29:49

1+ y ago29:49

29:49

Earlier on in this series of The Lonely Arts Club, we heard from writing legend, Jimmy McGovern. We had a brilliant chat with Jimmy, and naturally the conversation moved onto talking about the work that he's done with the families of those killed in the Hillsborough disaster. At the time of releasing part two of our interview with Jimmy, we're appr…

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Series 5, Episode 8: Brian Seddon 1:03:26

1+ y ago1:03:26

1:03:26

This week, our conversation takes a slightly different turn to usual as we welcome Brian Seddon into the studio. Brian is what some may describe as a horse whisperer. Brian spent 30 years in the police force and 25 of those years were working with horses, either as a mounted officer, trainer or tactical advisor. Brian tells us all about how his con…

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Series 5, Episode 7: Mickey Starke 1:03:20

1+ y ago1:03:20

1:03:20

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, we're joined by Mickey Starke. Best known for playing the role of Sinbad on Liverpool soap opera, Brookside, Mickey is star of both stage and screen. Martin McQuillan finds out where Mickey's love of entertaining comes from, all the different paths that his career in acting has taken him and what it was like worki…

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Series 5, Episode 6: Lady Dodd 1:07:10

1+ y ago1:07:10

1:07:10

As the saying goes, behind every great man, there's a great woman, and this was certainly the case for comedian, actor and all-round entertainer Sir Ken Dodd. Famous for his fast-paced one liners, Ken's comedy genius meant that he became a household name, performing all the way throughout his life. And the great lady always at his side, both on and…

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International Women's Day: Bonus Episode with Zainab Alema 48:14

1+ y ago48:14

48:14

Today, we bring you a special bonus episode of The Lonely Arts Club to celebrate International Women's Day. We're joined by Zainab Alema. Zainab, also known as "Bulldozer" is, amongst other things, a rugby player. Zainab has an inspirational story to tell and we're delighted to share her story with you. The rugby pitch is where Zainab comes to life…

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Series 5, Episode 5: Ken Horn 1:07:00

1+ y ago1:07:00

1:07:00

"People always said that if you had Jimmy McGovern writing and Ken Horn directing, you were onto a winner". These were the words of actress Eithne Browne when she joined us in The Lonely Arts Club earlier this series. We've already had one half of this famous duo in the studio, so it's only right that we hear from the other. In The Lonely Arts Club…

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Series 5, Episode 4: Eithne Browne 55:57

1+ y ago55:57

55:57

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Liverpool star of stage and screen, Eithne Browne. These days, many would think that Eithne has always been a natural performer, but that's not the case. We hear how Eithne went from being a child who shied away from the limelight to a West End superstar and soap opera queen. Although…

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Series 5, Episode 3: Geoff Beattie 1:09:10

1+ y ago1:09:10

1:09:10

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Geoff Beattie. A well known name and face in the world of psychology, many will recognise Geoff from primetime TV as one of the original psychologists on Channel 4's Big Brother. We go right back to the beginning with Geoff, as he delves into what his childhood was like growing up ami…

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Series 5, Episode 2: Melanie Lewis 59:37

1+ y ago59:37

59:37

Rewind to summer 2022 and Liverpool is about to welcome an exciting and unique addition to its cultural portfolio. Shakespeare North Playhouse is a brand new theatre that has opened on the outskirts of Liverpool in the town of Prescot. The new theatre has been in the making for many years but who is the driving force behind its development? Melanie…

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Series 5, Episode 1: Jimmy McGovern (Part I) 1:07:20

2y ago1:07:20

1:07:20

Kicking off this season, is screenwriting royalty, Jimmy McGovern, whose career in television began in the infamous writers' room of Brookside. From soap operas to hard-hitting dramas, McGovern shares the tale of how he has become one of the nation's best known screenwriters. The storyteller behind some of the deepest dramatisations to reach our sc…

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Special Bonus Episode: Brookside's 40th Anniversary 1:09:31

2y ago1:09:31

1:09:31

On 2nd November 1982 British television was about to change forever. Channel 4 had launched and its second ever programme to broadcast was Brookside; the soap opera that liked to push boundaries, and in more ways than one. Some may say that Brookside was revolutionary; there was a team of writers, flighting to get the grittiest storylines possible …

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Special Bonus Episode: Black History Month 2022 57:19

2y ago57:19

57:19

To commemorate Black History Month, we've released a bonus episode of The Lonely Arts Club podcast. This instalment, features conversations with some of our most inspirational guests. Listeners can recap on interviews with arts professionals such as actress, Cathy Tyson, music legend, Chris Amoo, and BBC radio host, Ngunan Adamu. Each guest, with t…

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Series 4, Episode 10: Neil Fitzmaurice 58:46

2+ y ago58:46

58:46

For the final episode of this series of The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Neil Fitzmaurice. Neil is an actor, comedian and writer and is best known for his appearances in Peep Show and Phoenix Nights, which he also co-wrote alongside Peter Kay and Dave Spikey. The Liverpool suburb of Anfield -" just a stone's throw from the footba…

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Series 4, Episode 9: Tony Schumacher 1:07:20

2+ y ago1:07:20

1:07:20

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by author and screenwriter, Tony Schumacher, Tony, who grew up in Huyton, Liverpool, is the creator and writer of hit BBC drama, The Responder, starring Martin Freeman. The series took over our screens and had everyone talking earlier this year. Although admitting that learning was a hug…

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Series 4, Episode 8: Mike Morris 1:01:24

2+ y ago1:01:24

1:01:24

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Mike Morris. Mike’s journey has taken him down many paths, mainly all routed in social justice and politics. The rural village of Rufford, Lancashire is where Mike’s story begins as he recalls growing up in the countryside. The only boy of the family, with five sisters, Mike laughs as…

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Series 4, Episode 7: Johanne McAndrew 50:22

2+ y ago50:22

50:22

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Johanne McAndrew. Johanne is a scriptwriter and series editor for many primetime TV shows. Johanne's impressive portfolio spans many years of working on dramas such as Holby City, Nice Guy Eddie and Hollyoaks - to name but a few. From humble beginnings, Johanne takes us through her jo…

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Series 4, Episode 6: Les Dennis 45:19

2+ y ago45:19

45:19

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Les Dennis. Les is an actor and comedian and despite describing himself as a shy person, admits that once he caught the performing bug, there was no stopping him. Developing a successful career in entertainment has taken Les down many paths, including being one half of a comedy duo, s…

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Series 4, Episode 5: Cathy Tyson 44:32

2+ y ago44:32

44:32

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, we're joined by Liverpudlian actress, Cathy Tyson. Cathy's love for acting came from being in plays at school, which explains why she is still so passionate about the arts being a part of education. During this episode, we go back to the beginning where we learn about Cathy's life growing up, why her Mum was such …

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Series 4, Episode 4: Mal Young 1:07:23

2+ y ago1:07:23

1:07:23

This week on The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuillan is joined by Mal Young. Mal, who was born and bred in Huyton, Liverpool admits that growing up, he didn't know much about working in media but as he looks back on his childhood and his love for television, it seems he was always destined for a life behind the lens. Reminiscing about his home life,…

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Bonus Episode: International Women's Day 2022 28:01

2+ y ago28:01

28:01

In this bonus episode, we celebrate International Women's Day 2022 by taking a look back at some of the inspirational female guests we've interviewed. These women have all made their mark in the cultural industry despite the many hurdles they've had to face throughout their personal lives and careers. The food industry, the world of TV and taking t…

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Series 4, Episode 3: Freda Kelly 49:26

2+ y ago49:26

49:26

When you think of The Beatles, it's hard to imagine there was ever a time when they weren't known worldwide; when they were still just a group of "ordinary" guys oblivious to what fate had in store. But this is exactly how Freda Kelly knew them. Freda, originally from Dublin, knew The Beatles from their time playing at The Cavern in Liverpool. Afte…

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Series 4: Episode 2: David Yip 47:39

2+ y ago47:39

47:39

David Yip was the first Chinese lead actor in a British television drama series, fondly remembered by many for creating the role of Detective Sergeant John Ho, in ‘The Chinese Detective’ for BBC TV (1981 – 82.) Liverpool born and bred, David is the son of a Chinese seaman and Liverpudlian mother and as always in The Lonely Arts Club, Martin McQuill…

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Series 4, Episode 1: John Sweeney 1:09:20

2+ y ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Kicking off series four of The Lonely Arts Club, we welcome John Sweeney. A renowned investigative journalist, who has reported for the Observer, John worked for the BBC for 17 years with his Panorama and Newsnight films being watched by more than 20 million people. The son of Liverpudlian parents, John speaks fondly of his family and tells humorou…

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"Teaching in the Pandemic"|Blackberry phones, Vaccine rollouts and more ft. Dr James A. Smith 43:50

3+ y ago43:50

43:50

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Series 3, Bonus Track: Alexei Sayle 54:56

3+ y ago54:56

54:56

Alexei Sayle shares with us his upbringing in Liverpool, son of a Jewish mother and both parents part of the Communist party. He tells of his life in a happy, stable working class family. His career starts when developing comedy with a friend they begin stand up nights at the student union bar. Then in 1982 he starts working on a late night comedy …

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Series 3, Bonus Track: Peter Hooton 1:24:26

3+ y ago1:24:26

1:24:26

Peter Hooton is the lead singer of the Liverpool band The Farm, known for many hit singles including "All Together Now" which reached no. 4 in December 1990. In this podcast Peter tells us about his time in the music industry, writing hit singles and what he has been doing since lockdown. Peter himself has delved into the podcast world and through …

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"All about Co-op" | Perservarence rover, M1X leaks, and more 39:10

3+ y ago39:10

39:10

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Expanding the Data Engineering Toolkit at Reddit 45:48

4y ago45:48

45:48

Welcome back to the Airflow Podcast.This week, we met up with Ben Wisegarver, a staff data scientist at Reddit who runs their data warehousing and data engineering functions.Reddit users generate petabytes of data every day that needs to be processed, stored, and analyzed by a wide breadth of backend services. Our conversation with Ben touches on e…

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Stark Talks - All About The Tech Trends| WallStreetBets, Tesla refresh and more 1:10:09

4y ago1:10:09

1:10:09

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Stark Talks - Computer Engineering vs. Computer Science and more 1:00:47

4y ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Hey everyone! This week Stark Talks about the major differences and similarities between computer engineering and computer science, apple vs. android, and much more!

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Series 3, Episode 10: Carys Bray 55:25

4y ago55:25

55:25

Carys Bray is an author from Southport, Merseyside and she really does have quite a story to share with us. Carys’ story begins in Southport, where she still resides with her family. However, the life Carys leads now looks slightly different to when she was a child. We hear Carys’ memories of growing up as part of a strict Mormon family and how thi…

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