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100 days of data
Hosted by Sven Sommerfeld Ā· EN
šļø 100 Days of Data ā Learn, Explore, Evolve
Welcome to 100 Days of Data, a podcast and learning journey exploring how data, AI, and digital transformation are changing the way we live, work, and lead.
Hosted by Sven, a technology and business leader passionate about turning insights into impact, each episode dives into real-world applications of data and artificial intelligence ā without the buzzwords.
Here, youāll find:
1) Thoughtful conversations about AI, analytics, and automation
2) Insights on digital leadership and innovation
3) Reflections on how humans and technology can grow together
4) Practical takeaways you can apply in your own work and learning journey
Whether youāre a data enthusiast, business leader, or just curious about the future, this channel will inspire you to learn something new ā one day, one idea, one story at a time.
š Subscribe and join the journey toward a smarter, more data-driven world.
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Episode 79 - People: Demis Hassabis
Mar 1100:06:45Tap to summarizeIn Episode 79 of '100 Days of Data', Jonas and Amy spotlight Demis Hassabis, the visionary behind DeepMind and the revolutionary AlphaGo AI. They explore how Hassabisās diverse backgroundāfrom chess prodigy to neuroscientistāinformed groundbreaking work in reinforcement learning. The episode unpacks AlphaGoās historic victory over a world Go champion and discusses the implications of reinforcement learning for both academia and industry. From robotics to healthcare, Jonas and Amy illustrate how these AI innovations are reshaping real-world applications. Listeners also gain insight into the fusion of neuroscience and AI, and how DeepMindās ethos balances scientific openness with enterprise innovation.
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Episode 78 - People: Yann LeCun
Mar 1000:07:17Tap to summarizeIn Episode 78 of '100 Days of Data,' Jonas and Amy spotlight the pioneering work of Yann LeCun, one of the key architects of modern deep learning. From his early development of convolutional neural networks (CNNs) to his leadership at Meta (formerly Facebook) as Chief AI Scientist, LeCunās career bridges academic innovation and industrial application. The hosts explore how CNNs revolutionized image recognition and enabled AI to better interpret visual data ā a foundation now used across industries like healthcare, finance, and autonomous vehicles. They also discuss LeCunās broader contributions, including work on energy-based models and reinforcement learning, highlighting the practical impact of his theoretical insights. This episode showcases how solid AI foundations and scalable models have transformed real-world applications for billions.
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Episode 77 - People: Fei-Fei Li
Mar 900:07:16Tap to summarizeIn Episode 77 of '100 Days of Data,' hosts Jonas and Amy take a deep dive into the groundbreaking work of Fei-Fei Li, the creator of ImageNet and a transformative figure in computer vision. They explore how her insight into the importance of large-scale, labeled datasets fueled the deep learning revolution and enabled machines to 'see' with unprecedented accuracy. From the technical design of ImageNetās 14 million-tagged images to the sweeping impact her work has had across industries like healthcare and autonomous vehicles, this episode highlights how foundational data truly is in AI development. The conversation also weaves in the ethical responsibilities that come with curating such datasets, as well as Fei-Fei Liās broader mission to diversify and democratize AI. This episode offers both inspiration and practical insight into why visionary data work matters.
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Episode 76 - People: Andrew Ng
Mar 600:09:04Tap to summarizeIn Episode 76 of '100 Days of Data,' Jonas and Amy spotlight Andrew Ng, the MOOC pioneer who transformed AI education by making it accessible online. As a Stanford professor and co-founder of Coursera, Ng revolutionized how machine learning is taught, empowering millions globally with high-quality, scalable learning resources. The hosts explore his approachable teaching methods, the rise of MOOCs, and the long-term impact on industry and global talent pipelines. From foundational concepts like linear regression to specialized deep learning via deeplearning.ai, Andrew Ngās education-first ethos helped democratize AI knowledge. The episode also touches on how his work enabled career pivots, upskilling, and industry-wide AI adoptionābringing education and innovation hand-in-hand. If you've ever taken an online course in AI, chances are Andrew Ng helped shape your journey.
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