The STEMINISTS Podcast

• Flash vs. Hard Drives: Data Storage Decoded

  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    Connect with us!  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mekkacodes/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinecornwall/ 

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• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle… Your Data Strategy

  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/   Connect with us!  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mekkacodes/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/ 

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• Clutter to Clarity: Managing Your AI “Data Closet"

  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/    Check out Google NotebookLM:  https://notebooklm.google/    Join WIT!  https://www.womenintechnology.org/    Connect with us!  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mekkacodes/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilekellam/ 

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• Untangling Data Complexity for AI

  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/  

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• Meet the Cyber Expert who OBSESSES about defending your data!

  Did you know Amazon gets hit with billions of cyber threats every single day? Yeah, you read that right—BILLIONS. The world of cyber attacks is moving at warp speed and traditional security strategies just don’t cut it anymore. Enter our guest, Sandra Dunbar, Lead for Cyber Resilience Marketing at NetApp... and the ultimate navigator in this chaos. She’s ready to walk you through all things cyber resilience in this episode with our resident tech hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams.   Sandra says stop looking at storage as backup only - you need a proactive, take-no-prisoners approach. Do you think complexity in modern security tools leaves organizations wide open? Yup, she’s going to break that down. What about AI—friend or foe in this fight? Spoiler alert, it’s both. And those control planes and unified management solutions? They’re coming to the rescue to make your defense game strong and simple.   And don’t get us started on the skills gap in cybersecurity. It’s a hot mess, but Sandra will tell you about some seriously sharp tech to outsmart the bad guys. If you’re a battle-hardened security pro or an IT leader on the brink, this episode is your lifeline to staying ahead in this wild digital ride. Trust us—you don’t want to sleep on this!        Key Takeaways:  Learn how to protect complex data landscapes with the right technology from the start   How to take advantage of AI to boost your security before the bad actors use it to harm your business   Bridge the skills gap to keep you up-to-speed and at the forefront of cyber-resilience innovation     Tune in now for a honest and thought-provoking conversation about the future of cyber resilience.    If you like what you've heard - give us a like, follow, share and download!    Learn more on how to protect your data:  https://www.netapp.com/cyber-resilience/resources/   Check out NetApp's Futurum Case Study:  https://www.netapp.com/media/120378-netapp-cloud-complexity-ai.pdf    Sandra's Cool and Current:  Meditations by Marcus Aurelius  https://a.co/d/f9jwMjq 

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