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Episode 242

May 14, 2025

with Ruben Burdin

 – Founder and CEO, Stacksync

This week on The Data Stack Show, the crew records live from Data Council in Oakland, California, as they welcome Ruben Burdin, Founder and CEO of StackSync.Ruben explores the emerging convergence of operational and analytical data, revealing how modern technologies are breaking down traditional data system barriers. The key insight is that businesses can now create more efficient data infrastructures through two-way synchronization, enabling seamless integration between different databases without vendor lock-in. By leveraging a centralized database approach, companies can build faster, more responsive internal tools and transform their data management from slow, siloed processes to real-time, interconnected ecosystems. Other topics include the evolving data infrastructure, practical use cases of integrating systems like Salesforce and Postgres for real-time data management, and more.

Episode 241

May 12, 2025

with Pedram Navid

 – Chief Dashboard Officer, Dagster Labs

This week on The Data Stack Show, the crew chats with Pedram Navid live from Data Council in Oakland, California. Pedram is a return guest to the show and is Chief Dashboard Officer at Dagster Labs. During the conversation, the group discusses Pedram’s career shift from data engineering to marketing leadership, emphasizing the integration of data in crafting effective marketing strategies. Pedram highlights the importance of collaboration between marketing, product, and sales teams to create cohesive narratives. The conversation also covers the challenges of marketing in silos, the impact of AI tools, the need for self-service data capabilities to enhance productivity and drive business success, and so much more.

Episode 240

May 7, 2025

with Brooks Patterson and John Wessel

 – The DataStack Show

This week on The Data Stack Show, it’s a first for the show as the conversation between producer Brooks Patterson and Co-Host John Wessel was recorded in a Waymo on the way to the airport from Data Council in Oakland, California. Join the guys on the road as they discuss their experiences at the Data Council focusing on the evolving landscape of data technology and the impact of AI on data stacks. Key topics include the enduring significance of PostgreSQL, the role of open source in innovation, and the importance of user experience in data interfaces. They also highlight diverse insights from founders, ranging from seasoned executives to first-time entrepreneurs, showcasing the dynamic nature of the data industry. Come along for the ride on this week’s episode.