The Measure Pod Podcast By Measurelab cover art

The Measure Pod

The Measure Pod

By: Measurelab
Listen for free

About this listen

The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement—with a side of fun.© 2025 Measurelab Economics Marketing Marketing & Sales Politics & Government
Episodes
  • #123 Why teams are turning to warehouse-native analytics (with István Mészáros at Mitzu)
    Jun 20 2025

    Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - http://bit.ly/3FX0G7s

    Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/l6F_9ZfHxJc

    00:00:00 Google Cloud outage consequences
    00:05:09 Google Search AI integration
    00:09:50 Shopping journey optimisation
    00:10:56 Martech madness webinar promo
    00:11:36 Martech stack challenges and solutions
    00:16:25 Warehouse native analytics solution
    00:22:37 Data warehousing accessibility and democratisation
    00:24:37 Data warehouse monetisation challenges
    00:29:10 Transitioning to a data warehouse
    00:32:45 Data integration process explained
    00:36:17 SQL optimisation without LLMs
    00:39:23 Data quality and user trust
    00:45:13 Product and marketing analytics overlap
    00:49:21 Data warehouse analytics revolution
    00:51:46 Data privacy in tech solutions
    00:56:41 Cat logo branding significance
    00:59:40 AI in SQL queries

    -----

    Episode Summary:

    In this episode of The Measure Pod, Dara and Matt are joined by István Mészáros, founder and CEO of Mitzu — a company who have built a warehouse-native product analytics solution. They explore who this approach is really for, what it offers teams that traditional tools don’t, and the challenges companies face when making the shift. Expect an honest discussion about trade-offs, technical friction, and why warehouse-native is becoming a serious contender in the analytics space.

    -----

    About The Measure Pod:

    The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement—with a side of fun.

    -----

    If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!

    The post #123 Why teams are turning to warehouse-native analytics (with István Mészáros at Mitzu) appeared first on Measurelab.

    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 1 min
  • #122 Digital transformation in the age of AI (with Antony Mayfield at Brilliant Noise)
    Jun 6 2025

    Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/45GkOF6

    Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/EOCkEORVToo

    00:00:00 - Introduction
    00:00:47 - News Overview
    00:02:25 - Speculations on AI and Hardware Integration
    00:03:25 - AI Devices and Market Speculations
    00:04:03 - Subscription Models and Data Privacy Concerns
    00:05:21 - AI and Consumer Technology
    00:05:48 - Anthropic's New Claude Models
    00:06:55 - AI Model Benchmarks and Comparisons
    00:08:34 - Practical Uses of New Claude Versions
    00:09:45 - AI in Data Engineering and Analysis
    00:10:30 - Google Ads Data Manager API
    00:11:02 - Google Tag Gateway
    00:13:10 - First-Party Data and Privacy
    00:16:11 - Transition to AI-Themed Episode
    00:17:00 - Introduction to Guest Anthony Mayfield
    00:18:00 - Background of Brilliant Noise
    00:19:28 - Digital Transformation and AI
    00:22:13 - Technological Evolution and Complexity
    00:25:35 - Human Adaptation to Rapid Technological Change
    00:30:20 - Understanding and Interfacing with Complex Technology
    00:32:44 - Brilliant Noise's Pivot to AI
    00:37:13 - Practical AI Adoption in Companies
    00:39:13 - Importance of Data Management for AI
    00:40:06 - Bottom-Up Approach to AI Adoption
    00:43:47 - Encouraging AI Adoption in Companies
    00:45:07 - Effective Training and Learning for AI Adoption

    -----

    Episode Summary:

    In this episode of The Measure Pod, Dara and Matt are joined by Antony Mayfield to talk about what 15+ years of digital transformation work actually looks like and how it’s changed. From the rise of influencer marketing to the sudden urgency of AI, Anthony shares what he’s seeing on the ground with big brands and why adapting to new tech is no longer optional. Expect a wide-ranging chat on systems, shifts, and why ChatGPT isn’t just a tool, it’s a turning point.

    -----

    About The Measure Pod:

    The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement—with a side of fun.

    -----

    If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!

    The post #122 Digital transformation in the age of AI (with Antony Mayfield at Brilliant Noise) appeared first on Measurelab.

    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 12 mins
  • #121 Using Dataform and DBT in modern analytics (with Verónica Delgado-Benito at Springer Nature)
    May 23 2025

    Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/4dtzBFh

    Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/4yo-N2KM8rw

    00:00:00 - Introduction
    00:01:00 - Veronica's Career Journey
    00:02:30 - Transition from Academia to Data Analysis
    00:04:00 - Regrets About Leaving Academia
    00:05:30 - Current Role as a Product Data Analyst
    00:07:00 - Skills Required in Data Analysis
    00:09:00 - Bridging Technical and Business Communication
    00:10:30 - Experience with Data Tools
    00:11:30 - Tech Stack and Tools Used
    00:13:30 - Data Culture in the Workplace
    00:14:30 - Project Collaboration with Measurelab
    00:15:30 - Overview of the Dataform Project
    00:16:30 - Choosing Between DBT and Data Form
    00:18:00 - Benefits of Dataform's Structure
    00:20:00 - Maintaining and Scaling Data Solutions
    00:23:00 - When to Use Dataform or DBT
    00:25:00 - AI's Role in Data Management
    00:29:00 - Learning and Adapting to AI
    00:32:00 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
    00:49:00 - Closing Remarks and Encouragement

    -----

    Episode Summary:

    In this episode of The Measure Pod, Dara and Matt are joined by Verónica Delgado-Benito to chat through her journey from molecular biology PhD to data analyst at Springer Nature. They cover everything from her time in venture capital at Project A, to the quirks of working in scientific publishing—and what it’s like to swap lab coats for dashboards. They also dig into a recent project we worked on together using Dataform to streamline reporting across Springer’s complex analytics setup.

    -----

    About The Measure Pod:

    The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement—with a side of fun.

    -----

    If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!

    The post #121 Using Dataform and DBT in modern analytics (with Verónica Delgado-Benito at Springer Nature) appeared first on Measurelab.

    Show more Show less
    50 mins
adbl_web_global_use_to_activate_webcro805_stickypopup
No reviews yet