Welcome to Hot or Hype, the podcast where hosts Olivia Storelli and Andrew Stevens break down the latest trends in cloud computing, data engineering, AI, and cybersecurity - and decide whether they're game-changing innovations or just industry buzz.
In each episode, we dive into topics like AI-driven predictive analytics, cloud-native architectures, zero trust security, data mesh, and more, giving you real-world insights from practitioners who know what works and what doesn't.
No fluff. No hype. Just honest, technical discussions to help you navigate the fast-evolving landscape of tech.
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Hot or Hype Ep 8: AI & Governance for Mental Health and Social Impact | Guest Tim Turner of Thresholds
Tim Turner discusses AI governance in mental healthcare, as he and hosts Olivia Storelli and Andrew Stevens explore balancing administrative efficiency with patient risk in this interview.
15 Aug 2025
Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Ep 7 - AI & Ecommerce. The New Marketing Channels
AI Experts Andrew Stevens, Olivia Storelli, and Victoria Thomson interview each other about AI's evolving role in e-commerce marketing, revealing how CMOs leverage data for new channels and authentic content.
11 Aug 2025
Hot or Hype: Ep7 - AI & Ecommerce. Is [GEO] Generative Engine Optimization the New SEO Gold Rush?
Host Andrew Ng and AI pioneers Olivia and Victoria Thomson explore AI's impact on e-commerce, discussing Generative Engine Optimization as the next SEO gold rush and the future of marketing.
26 Jun 2025
Deep Dive Ep 6: AI, Marketing, and the Evolution of Customer Experience with David Ovens
David Ovens, Head of Marketing, explores the intersection of AI and customer experience within the hospitality industry, revealing how technology enhances human connection in an interview.
26 Jun 2025
Hot or Hype Ep 6: AI, Marketing, and the Evolution of Customer Experience with David Ovens
David Ovens, Head of Marketing, discusses how AI transforms restaurant marketing and content generation, offering insights into the evolution of customer experience in an interview.
26 Mar 2025
Hot or Hype E5: AI Start Ups
AI is revolutionizing industries at breakneck speed, creating a gold rush of startup opportunities that technology experts are calling "hot" rather than mere hype. Our panel of tech veterans with over 45 years of combined experience cuts through the noise to reveal what's actually happening in the AI startup ecosystem as we approach 2025. The discussion uncovers two critical trends reshaping the technology landscape: automation solutions and vertical AI applications. As our guest Andrew expl...
17 Mar 2025
Hot or Hype Deep Dive E4: AI & The Future of Finance
AI is revolutionizing finance—but is it all hot air or the real deal? In this Hot vs Hype Deep Dive, Olivia Storelli sits down with Andreea Mihalcea from Xapo Bank to unpack the future of data-driven banking. Discover how Xapo Bank’s cutting-edge data platform locks down security, champions privacy, and empowers self-service innovation. From distributed data systems to game-changing data products, Andreea reveals how a bold cultural shift is redefining customer experiences and what’s next for...
12 Mar 2025
Hot or Hype E4: AI & The Future of Finance
In this episode of Hot vs. Hype, Olivia Storelli and Andreea Mihalcea, Head of Data at Xapo bank, discuss the future of AI and the critical role of data in shaping financial systems. They explore how data quality impacts AI effectiveness, the misconceptions surrounding AI capabilities, and the importance of evaluating AI systems properly. The conversation highlights the ongoing initiatives in the financial industry, particularly in fraud detection and workflow optimization, while emphasizing ...
4 Mar 2025
Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Ep3 Future of AI in Baseball
Step up to the plate for Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Episode 3 – The Future of AI in Baseball! This time, we’re chatting with Dan Quill, the Senior Director of Software Engineering for the San Francisco Giants, about how AI is hitting it out of the park for America’s favorite pastime. From crafting personalized fan experiences to delivering jaw-dropping analytics, we’ll uncover how the Giants are using cutting-edge tech to tackle data overload and elevate the game. Expect fascinating insigh...
3 Mar 2025
Hot or Hype: Ep3 Future of AI in Baseball
Step up to the plate for Hot or Hype: Episode 3 – The Future of AI in Baseball! This time, we’re chatting with Dan Quill, the Senior Director of Software Engineering for the San Francisco Giants, about how AI is hitting it out of the park for America’s favorite pastime. Join us as we look at AI in Baseball and how the SF Giants are fusing baseball’s timeless traditions with tomorrow’s tech. Is it hot or is it hype? Join Hosts Olivia Storelli and Andrew Stevens ...
11 Feb 2025
Hot or Hype: Ep2 AI Agents
Are AI agents the real deal or just another tech fad? In this episode of Hot or Hype, experts Olivia and Andrew dive into the world of AI agents, revealing how they go beyond simple chatbots with their autonomous decision-making and learning capabilities. They explore the transformative potential of these agents across industries, from customer service to creative content, while also confronting challenges like data security, ethics, and bias. They discuss how multimodal capabilities,...
6 Feb 2025
Hot or Hype Deep Dive: Ep1 AI-Driven Predictive Analytics
In this episode, we take a technical Deep Dive with the trending topic of AI-Driven Predictive Analytics. One of the most talked-about trends in cloud, data, and security. Every enterprise wants to unlock the future with machine learning models that anticipate demand, detect anomalies, and optimize decisions—but is the technology really delivering, or are we just drowning in over-promised insights? We cut through the noise and take a technical deep dive on Predictive AI and Prescript...
4 Feb 2025
Hot or Hype: Ep1 AI-Driven Predictive Analytics
In the premiere episode of Hot or Hype, we take on one of the most talked-about trends in cloud, data, and security: AI-driven predictive analytics. Every enterprise wants to unlock the future with machine learning models that anticipate demand, detect anomalies, and optimize decisions—but is the technology really delivering, or are we just drowning in over-promised insights? We cut through the noise and examine is it hot, or is it hype @sakuraskycom Join Hosts Olivia Storelli and ...
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Tim Turner
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Victoria Thomson
David Ovens
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