Data Science With Sam
This is an educational podcast focused on bringing academia and industry experts together in a common forum and initiate discussion geared towards data science, artificial intelligence, actuarial science and scientific research. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host(s) or guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of any organization. The podcast is intended to provide general educational information and entertainment purposes only.
Episodes
Jensen Huang took the stage at SAP Center in San Jose on March 16th and announced that NVIDIA now expects one trillion dollars in chip orders through 2027 — double the forecast from just one year ago. Sam breaks down the five biggest stories from GTC 2026 in under 10 minutes.
In this episode: the Vera Rubin platform (7 new chips, 5 rack types, built for inference and agentic AI), the Groq 3 LPU (NVIDIA's...
There's no international treaty governing AI, no agreed definition of "safe AI," and nobody with actual authority over frontier model deployment. A handful of CEOs make decisions with civilizational implications while governance structures lag years behind.
This episode examines who's responsible for AI governance. The current state? Fragmented and lagging. The US has no comprehensive federal AI legislat...
In January 2025, Chinese AI lab DeepSeek released DeepSeek R1—a model matching GPT-4 class performance at a fraction of the training cost. It wiped $600 billion off NVIDIA's market cap in a single day. Twelve months later, the ripple effects are still reshaping the AI industry.
This episode cuts through the "China beats America" headlines to explain the actual technical and economic implications. DeepSee...
Everyone's talking about agentic AI, but there's a gap between the hype ("AI will do your job for you") and the reality, which is more nuanced and frankly more interesting. The word "agentic" has officially crossed from technical jargon into buzzword territory—simultaneously everywhere and nowhere. Everyone's using it, few can define it precisely. This episode cuts through the noise to explain what agentic AI systems actually are, ...
For years, AI in drug discovery has been a promise—billions invested, hundreds of papers published, dozens of startups founded, but actual drugs coming out the other end? Not yet. This is changing in 2026. Several AI-discovered drug candidates are now entering mid-to-late stage clinical trials. This is the year the receipts arrive for AI in drug discovery.
The biotech industry is calling 2026 a landmark ...
Every major AI summit has been held in San Francisco, London, or Washington — until now. In this episode, Sam breaks down what happened when Google CEO Sundar Pichai flew to New Delhi to open India's AI Impact Summit, and why it sent a clear geopolitical signal about the future of AI's global expansion.
Exploring the rise of OpenClaw, a viral open-source AI project, its capabilities, security risks, and industry impact. Learn how community-driven AI is transforming automation and the importance of security in AI development.
Key Topics Covered
OpenClaw's development and viral growth Security risks and mitigation in AI bots Industry impact and future of AI agents
Sound Bites
"AI bots going rogue pose significant industry risks."...
An in-depth analysis of the recent AI controversy involving Anthropic, OpenAI, and the US government, exploring the implications for AI ethics, warfare, and industry dynamics.
Key Topics Covered:
Anthropic's contract with the US Department of Defense Red lines for AI in military use OpenAI's secret Pentagon negotiations Public and industry reactions to AI warfare policies Implications for AI ethics and regulation
Resources
In this episode, Sam Dey interviews Sharmeen, founder of Lyyvora, a platform revolutionizing AI-driven healthcare financing for independent clinics, particularly women-owned practices. They discuss the challenges these clinics face in accessing capital, the innovative human-centered approach Lyyvora employs to streamline the lending process, and the importance of leveraging real data over traditional credit scores. Shermin emphasiz...
Can a machine create art? Should it? And if it does, who owns it?
In this episode, I sit down with Andres—creative technologist, founder of Red Mage, and advocate for equitable AI—to tackle one of the most controversial conversations in tech right now: AI's role in creative industries.
What we discuss:
✅ How generative AI has transformed creativity in just two years
✅ The copyright battleground: Should AI companies compensate art...
Can AI revolutionize cancer treatment? Dr. Sriman Swarup, a practicing oncologist and data scientist at OncoNexus, joins us to discuss where AI is making real impact in oncology today—and where it's falling short. We explore data quality challenges, building trust with patients and physicians, and the path to true precision medicine. Dr. Swarup shares his vision for AI-driven cancer care and why AI should augment doctors, not repla...
In this episode of DataScienceWithSam, host Sam sits down with Egbavwa Pela, CEO of InsightsRx.ai, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the marketing landscape.
We dive deep into Egbavwa's journey from traditional media and marketing into the AI space, discussing the revolutionary impact AI is having on campaign effectiveness, audience segmentation, and content creation. Our conversation covers practical insights ...
Join host Sam as he explores how generative AI is reshaping data science with Claire Longo, a seasoned data scientist and AI researcher. From the shift from feature engineering to prompt engineering, to the evolution of data cleaning and the importance of statistical thinking in the age of LLMs, Claire shares practical insights for navigating this rapidly changing field.
Key Topics:
- How generative AI is transforming data scient...
In this episode, we sit down with Joya Scarlata, Director of Digital Marketing at Interra Information Technologies (InterraIT), where she has been leading transformative B2B marketing initiatives for nearly 12 years. Joya brings a unique perspective to AI in marketing, combining her background in International Relations with deep expertise in data-driven marketing strategies.
What We Cover: ✨ Joya's AI awakening moment and how her ...
In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the critical intersection of AI governance, ethics, and representation with leaders from the Asian Women Advancing AI (AWAAI). Our guests break down the fundamentals of AI governance, explaining why proper oversight is essential in our rapidly evolving tech landscape. We dive deep into the challenge of creating fair and unbiased AI systems, examining how diverse perspectives are crucial...
Most companies are getting AI transformation spectacularly wrong. In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with data and AI thought leader Nan Li to uncover why adoption—not technology—remains the #1 barrier to AI success.
Forget the buzzwords and empty promises. This is a no-nonsense conversation about what actually works in AI transformation. Nan challenges the conventional wisdom, revealing why starting with "Can we build it?" i...
In this episode, the guest breaks down the fundamentals of AI agents in an accessible way for non-technical audiences. From understanding what makes AI agents different from traditional AI systems to exploring their potential future applications, this episode offers a comprehensive introduction to this cutting-edge technology.
AI has evolved from being just a buzzword to becoming an integral part of our workplace wellness programs. But with great power comes great responsibility, and that's exactly what was unpacked in this episode.
This episode features an esteemed guest from the healthcare sector who shared her perspectives on how AI has become influential in determining optimized health benefits in the workplace and how employers can strike a balance...
Is the rising popularity of AI impacting the insurance business or its fundamental practices?
Listen to this special episode covering an actuary's unique perspective on how AI may or may not impact core insurance businesses and actuarial practices. The discussion touches upon how the insurance industry can balance the benefits of AI-driven precision with the need for fairness and regulatory compliance, improving data wrangling and ...
This inspiring episode featuring an AI evangelist who's embracing the AI revolution in remarkable ways. From crafting custom Toastmasters songs to enhancing alumni club communications, our guest shares their journey of discovering generative AI tools in enhancing his creative content creation work. By listening to this episode, you will learn how Practical applications of ChatGPT, Suno AI, and DALL-E in community organizations is t...
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