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

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Personalization or Privacy? Marketing AI’s Fine Line with David Ovens

How AI is reshaping hospitality - and where the industry draws the line

We’re thrilled to launch the latest episode of Hot or Hype, our flagship podcast exploring what’s truly game-changing in the world of marketing, technology, and artificial intelligence - and what’s just smoke and mirrors. This week, I was joined by David Ovens, Head of Marketing at Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group, and our co-host Olivia Storelli, for a wide-ranging conversation on the real-world impact of AI in the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Hot or Hype: Episode 4 - The Future of Finance with Andreea from Xapo Bank

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Our latest podcast episode is live, and this one’s a must-listen! We sat down with Andreea, Head of Data at Xapo Bank, to discuss how AI is reshaping the financial landscape—and how Xapo is leading the charge in this transformative space. Spoiler alert: data governance is at the heart of it all.

Hot or Hype: Episode 3 - Future of AI in Baseball

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

AI and America’s Pastime: How the San Francisco Giants Are Blending Tradition with Innovation

Baseball is a game of history, strategy, and nostalgia. It’s about the crack of the bat, the smell of fresh-cut grass, and the thrill of a ninth-inning comeback. But beneath all that tradition, the sport is quietly embracing something new—artificial intelligence. In the latest episode of Hot or Hype, we dive into how AI is shaping baseball, from improving player scouting to creating unforgettable fan experiences.

Hot or Hype: Episode 2 - AI Agents

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In the second episode of Hot or Hype, we dive into the world of AI Agents—a technology that’s stirring up excitement and skepticism in equal measure. Are these agents a revolutionary leap beyond traditional digital assistants, or just another overhyped trend in the tech space?

Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Episode 1 AI-Driven Predictive Analytics

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Welcome to our first Deep Dive in the “Hot or Hype” series! We’ve heard a lot of chatter about AI-Driven Predictive Analytics, so we rolled up our sleeves and took a closer look.

Hot or Hype: Episode 1 - AI-Driven Predictive Analytics

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In the first episode of Hot or Hype, we dive into the world of AI-driven predictive analytics—a term that’s been making waves across industries from banking to eCommerce to healthcare. But is it really revolutionizing how businesses operate, or is it just another overhyped buzzword that’s failing to deliver on its promises?