Data and Confused

Glen Kendell sits down with industry experts to explore the often-murky waters of data in various sectors. Each episode breaks down how complex, overwhelming, or just plain confusing data can be—and, more importantly, how to make sense of it.Data and Confused offers insightful conversations, real-world examples, and practical takeaways to help bring clarity to the chaos.For business inquiries email media@concoursehost.com

Data and Confused is a technology podcast hosted by Glen Kendell, with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Glen Kendell hosts Data and Confused, a technology show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #24

  Why Founders Fail at Raising Money (It’s Not What You Think) with VC and PR Expert Liana Zavo - Ep23

  Mar 23, 202644 minS0

  <p>What if the reason your startup isn’t getting funded… has nothing to do with your product?In this episode of Data and Confused, we sit down with venture capital advisor Liana Zavo to uncover what actually drives investment decisions in today’s AI-driven world.</p><p>While most founders focus on building better technology and stronger metrics, Liana breaks down why those things alone aren’t enough. The real differentiator? Your story. We explore how investor psychology really works, why emotional connection matters more than logic, and how founders can position themselves to stand out in an increasingly crowded...

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  Episode #23

  Psychology of Cybercrime and the “Human Blind Spot” with expert Robert Siciliano CSP, CSI, CITRMS - Ep22

  Mar 9, 20261h 7mS0

  <p>To learn more from Robert head to: https://protectnowllc.com/</p><p>Cybersecurity conversations usually focus on tools, firewalls, and technology. But according to cybersecurity expert Robert Siciliano, the real battle isn’t technical. It’s human. In this episode of Data and Confused, Glen sits down with Robert Siciliano, a cybersecurity expert and former private investigator who has spent decades studying social engineering and human behavior. Robert shares how his early experiences shaped his understanding of predators, risk, and the psychology behind scams. From identity theft in the early internet days to today’s AI-powered fraud and deepfakes, he exp...

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  Episode #22

  What Does it Mean to Become Data Independent- Special Episode

  Feb 23, 202615 minS0

  <p>What if your company could own its software again? In this solo episode of Data and Confused, Glen explores the concept of data independence and why it may be the next major shift in enterprise technology strategy. From the mainframe era to SaaS lock-in to the rise of AI, businesses have slowly traded ownership for convenience. But now, with open data formats like Apache Iceberg and modern AI development tools, organizations may have the opportunity to reclaim control of their data, infrastructure, and applications. Is it time to rethink build vs buy? Is AI the tool that could finally...

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  Episode #21

  CMMC, NIST, and FedRAMP: What You’re Really Signing Up For with Cybersecurity Expert Lori Crooks -Ep21`

  Feb 9, 202659 minS0

  <p>In this episode, cybersecurity auditing expert Lori Crooks joins Glen to break down CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) and why it’s about to become unavoidable for thousands of organizations connected to the Defense Industrial Base. They explore what CMMC actually requires, how Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) drives compliance scope, and why small subcontractors and “subs of subs” are often the most at risk. Lori walks through readiness assessments, audits, incident response requirements, and the real costs of getting compliant, including tooling, documentation, and third-party auditors. The conversation also covers FedRAMP, NIST frameworks, AI governance risks, cloud security, and why ev...

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  Episode #20

  The Case for Digital Twins in an AI-First World with AI expert Manuj Aggarwal - Ep20

  Jan 26, 20261h 4mS0

  <p>In this episode of Data and Confused, Manuj Aggarwal joins Glen Kendell for a wide-ranging conversation on why AI adoption feels chaotic, dangerous, and transformative all at once. Manuj, a 30-year technology veteran with multiple AI patents, explains why artificial intelligence is fundamentally different from every technology that came before it. Unlike tools that enhanced physical labor, AI enhances human cognition, and that changes everything. They explore why most organizations are deploying AI without strategy or oversight, how uncontrolled AI agents create data chaos, and why traditional software systems like CRMs and ERPs may not survive the next five...

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