In this episode, David and Peter dive deep into the unexpected link between play and successful AI adoption. From reminiscing about shell terminals and giant monitors to exploring how imagination and experimentation drive innovation, this conversation blends technical insight with strategic reflection.

They also explore the importance of safe experimentation, structured risk-taking, and why traditional IT mindsets may be holding organizations back from fully leveraging AI. If you're crafting an AI rollout or just trying to make sense of your company's data future, this one’s for you.

0:00 – Serious Learning, Hawaiian Shirts & 60 Episodes In
5:11 – Terminal Troubles, Developer Nostalgia, and Monster Monitors
10:04 – Annotating with AI: Using Claude for Smart Budgeting
14:41 – The Rise of User-Friendly AI Interfaces
19:39 – Why Imagination is the Underrated AI Skill
24:29 – POCs, Uncertainty & the Statistical Heart of AI
29:40 – Structured Play vs Structured Work: What's Missing in Adults
34:53 – AI Controls: Tech, Policy & Playing Safe
39:28 – Guardrails = Speed: Rethinking Risk & Control
44:30 – Why AI Can’t Live in IT Alone: Domain-Driven Innovation

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About All In on Data:
We’re a full-service Data and AI consulting firm helping companies align strategy with scalable solutions. From roadmap to implementation, we’re your trusted partner for ethical, production-ready AI.

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AI is reshaping everything from our jobs to our minds. It is happening faster than most people realize. In this episode of All In On Data, David and Peter talk with innovation expert James Barrood about how artificial intelligence is disrupting industries, changing how we learn, and affecting our ability to think critically.

They cover deepfakes, AI companions, education failures, and the rise of one-person startups built entirely on AI tools like ChatGPT and Notebook LM. This is a wide-ranging, eye-opening conversation for founders, educators, and anyone navigating the next wave of digital transformation.

We help you go beyond the hype—offering real-world solutions, tailored strategy, and the insight needed to deploy AI at scale.

Learn More:
Visit our website for insights, services, and case studies:
https://www.allinondata.com
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For All Business Inquiries → pietro@allinondata.com

Most companies are still stuck in the AI hype cycle, but BarnDoor.AI CEO Oren Michels explains what it actually takes to build trust, scale agentic AI, and deliver real business value. In this episode, David and Peter dig into why 95 percent of AI projects fail, how treating AI like an intern can unlock adoption, and why the future of AI won’t live in a sidebar or a chat window. If you're serious about turning AI into action, this is the conversation to hear.

We help you go beyond the hype—offering real-world solutions, tailored strategy, and the insight needed to deploy AI at scale.

Introduction to AI in Enterprises - 0:00
The Evolution from APIs to AI - 3:13
Agentic AI and Business Transformation - 9:47
Cultural Shifts for AI Adoption - 15:07
AI's Role in Creativity and Theater - 21:15
Trust and Governance in AI - 27:34
Complexity and Management of AI Agents - 33:10
The Future of AI in Enterprises - 39:47

Learn More:
Visit our website for insights, services, and case studies:
https://www.allinondata.com
Want to talk AI strategy with us?
Book a free consultation → https://allinondata.com/contact
For All Business Inquiries → pietro@allinondata.com

About All In on Data:
We’re a full-service Data and AI consulting firm helping companies align strategy with scalable solutions. From roadmap to implementation, we’re your trusted partner for ethical, production-ready AI.

Follow Us for More Content:
David Gleason's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/david-r-gleason
Peter Memon's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/petermemon
AIoD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/all-in-on-data
Spotify: http://bit.ly/44BhxGs
Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/3GHBe6i

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