The STEMINISTS Podcast

What does it take to harness the power of generative AI without crashing into its risks? Hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams sit down with Beth O’Callahan, a powerhouse C-suite executive with over two decades of experience guiding tech giants through high-stakes challenges like geo-political hurdles, regulatory shifts, and workforce transformations. 
Beth gets real about Gen AI’s productivity-boosting potential and the legal and ethical pitfalls lurking beneath the surface. From intellectual property issues to AI bias, she breaks down why governance, employee readiness, and fearless leadership are critical for success. 
This is the raw, unfiltered guide to Gen AI your business needs. Hit play now. 
 
Learn how to power your Gen AI workloads responsibly: https://www.netapp.com/artificial-intelligence/generative-ai-solutions/  
 
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Want to master your AI strategy and slice through challenges like an AI Ninja? Hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams team up with Kirsty Biddiscombe, a seasoned Sales Business Development Manager with over two decades of expertise in datacenter solutions, to uncover the secret to AI success. 
 
Get ready to decode the mysteries of your data—what you have, where it’s hiding, how to wield it, and what it’s capable of. They’ll also introduce you to NetApp's AI Readiness Assessment, a genius 10-step process designed to help you map use cases, prioritize like a pro, and craft a killer action plan. 
 
This episode is packed with sharp insights, expert advice, and plenty of aha moments. Tune in and level up your AI game! 
 
NetApp’s AI Readiness Datasheet:  
https://www.netapp.com/pdf.html?item=/media/117361-ds-4307-ai-readiness-workshop-datasheet.pdf&v=20241119184  
 
Join the AI Readiness Experience:  
https://www.netapp.com/forms/ai-readiness-assessment-registrationpage/?internal_promo=dmai-aiml-multi-all-ww-webc-spp-aihub_to_ai_wokrshop_com-1732647420856 
 
Begin your assessment here: 
https://www.netapp-ai-maturity-model.com/
 
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Global security isn’t just about governments; it’s about protecting your business, your personal life, and yes, even your power and electricity. With data flying around the globe (spoiler alert: we’re all part of this), staying secure is no longer optional. 
Join Tech Gurus - Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams as they talk to world traveler Kristen Verderame, VP of Government Relations, on what happens “there” affects you “here” - how global policies shape the safety of your everyday essentials, from banking to clean water to your company’s security. Learn how to protect what matters most with practical cybersecurity tips and insights into government efforts to shield critical infrastructure that could be the target of a terrorist attack. This is a MUST hear and a MUST learn. 
 
Tune in to see what global security really means for you (and how to make your digital life safer). Don’t miss it! 
 
Learn how to secure your data, protect its privacy and support compliance:  https://www.netapp.com/esg/trust-center/  
 
 
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The Q- word... Quantum computing... The threat of it decrypting your company's critical data is real! What must you know now to protect your data and keep it secure in the future?  
Hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams sit down with Sandra Dunbar, a seasoned expert with 20 years in the cyber-resilience space. Together, they unpack the quantum threat, decode its potential to break encryption, and explore the race toward post-quantum cryptography (PQC). Get ready to learn what’s at stake and what it takes to stay ahead in this high-stakes digital era. 
 
Is your storage Quantum Ready? Learn more here: https://www.netapp.com/cyber-resilience/post-quantum-cryptography/ 
 
Check out Sandra’s Blog on why you data’s safety net is fraying https://www.netapp.com/blog/post-quantum-cryptography-storage-layer/  
 
Get ready. Q-Day is coming. Read what others have to say:  
https://www.storagereview.com/review/q-day-is-coming-is-your-storage-quantum-safe  
 
 
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By 2025, the healthcare industry will crank out 30% of the planet’s 175 zettabytes. (Yes, zettabytes are a thing, and they’re huge.) Alot of that data is your X-rays, mammograms, MRIs and other tests that keep you healthy. Healthcare expert Kim Garriott joins hosts Mekka Williams and Phoebe Goh – and you wanna meet Kim. She’s IT Magazine’s “100 People You Need to Know.” Together, they break down how healthcare’s data boom is reshaping the game. From imaging to genomics, they expose the challenges of managing and securing this mountain of sensitive info. Plus, they spill the details on one massive data breach that left millions vulnerable and share must-hear advice on keeping your healthcare data locked up tight. Tune in, because playing fast and loose with data just isn’t an option. 
 
Data is the lifeline to good care, learn how to protect it: https://www.netapp.com/industries/healthcare/ 
 
Learn how saving your data can save lives: 
https://www.netapp.com/pdf.html?item=/media/135021-sb-4320-netapp-cyber-resilience-for-healthcare-and-life-sciences.pdf
 
 
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Ransomware is on the rise, but don’t panic—we’ve got answers. Hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams team up with Cybersecurity pro Darnell Fatigati to share practical tips to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from attacks. They’ll break down the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and dive into the dangers of “ransomware as a service.”Tune in for smart strategies, sharp insights, and a touch of wisdom.
 
Learn more about the NIST Cybersecurity framework: https://community.netapp.com/t5/Tech-ONTAP-Blogs/Get-to-Know-BlueXP-Ransomware-Protection-The-Easiest-and-Most-Comprehensive/ba-p/452795 
 
Learn how to secure your data: https://www.netapp.com/cyber-resilience/  
 
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Data storage decisions stressing you out? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back in this byte-sized showdown between flash storage and hard disk drives. Whether you’re craving flash’s lightning-fast speed or wooed by the wallet-friendly charm of hard drives, our tech gurus, Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams, break it all down with wit and wisdom. 
 Our enterprise storage expert, Kris Cornwall, joins them to cover why flash is great for fast, frequently accessed data and how hard drives still shine for storing large amounts of less-used information.  They’ll discuss how emerging tech like AI is driving the demand for faster storage solutions and why factors like security and software integration should influence your decision. 
 Whether you're managing massive data workloads or just looking for smarter storage, this episode has the insights you need. Tune in! 
 
Key Takeaways:  
Flash Storage = Speed Demon For your fast and frequently accessed data, flash storage is the sprinter you need. It’s quick, space-efficient, and loves a good workload—but be ready to splurge a little extra. 
Hard Drives = Budget MVP Got "cold" data you rarely touch? Hard drives come through as the cost-effective, dependable choice for storing massive amounts of less-frequently used information. 
It’s Not Just About Storage The smartest decisions look beyond the hardware itself. Consider security, software integration, and how emerging tech like AI might push your storage needs into the future! 
Brush up on your Flash knowledge: https://www.netapp.com/learn/glossary/term/flash-storage/ 
 
Check out the best data storage lineup: https://www.netapp.com/data-storage/ 
 
Get into Watercolor painting with this kit: https://a.co/d/9arO3Nq 
 
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If you’ve got data and care about the planet, this episode is basically required listening. Sustainability isn’t just for reusable straws anymore—it's coming for your data, too. This week, join us as we sit down with Tania Le Voi, AI business development guru from NetApp, to talk about the not-so-glamorous, but oh-so-important intersection of sustainability and your data strategy. 
 
We break down the challenges organizations face when handling the environmental fallout of the data explosion, brought on by the AI boom—from AI's power and energy drain to supply chain woes, and yes, even the dreaded regulatory headaches. Tania serves up practical and refreshingly blunt advice on how companies can reduce their data footprint, tidy up bloated storage, and say goodbye to those sneaky duplicate files clogging up their systems. 
 
Trust us, your spreadsheets and carbon footprint will thank you. 
 
 
 
Key Takeaways: 
Organizations are facing serious sustainability challenges as their data grows. From AI’s energy hunger to supply chain impacts, it’s time to rethink how data practices affect the planet. 
Practical solutions like reducing your data footprint, classifying your data, and deleting duplicates can make a big difference—for both your storage costs and the environment. 
By aligning your data strategy with sustainability goals, you’re not just meeting regulatory requirements—you’re creating a smarter and more responsible business. It’s a win-win. 
 
Check out this interesting read: https://medium.com/intelligent-data-insights/the-ai-sustainability-paradox-balancing-innovation-and-environmental-responsibility-78a3f6a6bf0a 
 
Learn how NetApp is committed to Sustainability: https://www.netapp.com/esg/sustainability/
 
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Calling all techies! Our Mekka Williams, Phoebe Goh, and the fabulous Cecile Kellam are here to help you tackle the ultimate data dilemma. Imagine your hybrid AI data pipeline as your messiest closet. There’s stuff lurking on the floor (on-premises), crammed into overhead shelves (cloud), and stuffed in those “forgotten” bins under your bed (edge environments). Sound familiar? 
 
Cecile Kellam, AI Tech Solutions Expert, joins the dynamic duo to unpack the chaos. They tackle the struggle of finding what you need (data access), making sure everything matches (integration), and locking it up so no one snoops (security). Managing hybrid data is like organizing that closet you keep ignoring—but way more high-stakes. 
 
Tune in for sharp insights, hilarious analogies, and those “Oh, I’ve totally been there” moments. Whether you’re here to clean up or just peek behind the curtain, this episode is your perfect fit. 
 
Key Takeaways: 
Learning how to manage data across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments presents significant challenges, particularly in terms of data access, security, and integration and how to overcome them. 
The importance of effective data governance is crucial for organizing and managing hybrid data sources, ensuring compliance, and maintaining data quality. 
See how AI tools play a vital role in helping to organize, analyze, and make sense of disparate data across hybrid environments.
Unleash the Power of AI with Unified Data Storage Handbook:  
https://www.netapp.com/pdf.html?item=/media/105914-unlock-ai-simplicity-at-scale-with-new-way-to-unified.pdf 
 
Learn more about AI data management: 
https://www.netapp.com/artificial-intelligence/ 
 
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https://notebooklm.google/ 
 
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Data wranglers and AI dreamers, listen up - Data chaos is real! Tech guru Mekka Williams sits down with the brilliant (and unflinchingly honest) Phoebe Goh to dissect the wild world of data management for AI applications. This tangle of information doesn’t just complicate processes; it makes accessing and leveraging data for AI applications an uphill battle.
 
In this episode, Phoebe, our Principal Technical Evangelist, breaks down the common pitfalls organizations face, shares practical strategies to clean up the mess, and explores how to unlock the true potential of data for smarter AI. Whether you’re grappling with disorganized data or simply curious about what it takes to implement AI effectively, this candid conversation will give you a clearer path forward.
Tune in for valuable lessons you won’t want to miss!
Key Takeaways:
Discover why data is the essential "fuel" for AI and how its value hinges on being properly collected, managed, and refined.
Explore the common struggles organizations face with disorganized and complex data, and how these challenges hinder AI implementation.
Learn why a clear data strategy is critical for achieving AI goals and how ensuring data diversity and inclusiveness can prevent biased, exclusionary AI systems.
Learn more about how to achieve your AI goals
https://www.netapp.com/pdf.html?item=/media/120560-2024-data-complexity-survey-report.pdf
 
Intelligent Data Infrastructure:
https://www.netapp.com/intelligent-data-infrastructure/
 
This week’s Cool and Current: Check out Google’s NotebookLM
https://notebooklm.google/
 
Phoebe Goh LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/
Mekka Williams LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mekkacodes/