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Hosted by Neil Metcalf, Founder and CEO of Hexar Talent, each episode dives into the latest developments in data, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and the people shaping the future of work. </p><p>Through insightful conversations with founders, industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners, we explore not just the technology itself, but the challenges, opportunities, and real-world impact it creates. </p><p>Whether you're a business leader, data professional, AI enthusiast, or simply curious about what's next, <i><em>Data, AI &amp; Beyond</em></i> delivers practical insights, expert perspectives, and thought-provoking discussions that go beyond the hype.</p>]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:10:06 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/VaoLNPGi.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Neil Metcalf]]></author><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:56:08 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Neil Metcalf]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category><itunes:author>Neil Metcalf</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Data, AI &amp;amp; Beyond&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt; is the podcast where technology meets business reality. Hosted by Neil Metcalf, Founder and CEO of Hexar Talent, each episode dives into the latest developments in data, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and the people shaping the future of work. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through insightful conversations with founders, industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners, we explore not just the technology itself, but the challenges, opportunities, and real-world impact it creates. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you&apos;re a business leader, data professional, AI enthusiast, or simply curious about what&apos;s next, &lt;i&gt;&lt;em&gt;Data, AI &amp;amp; Beyond&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/i&gt; delivers practical insights, expert perspectives, and thought-provoking discussions that go beyond the hype.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Neil Metcalf</itunes:name><itunes:email>neil.metcalf@hexartalent.co.uk</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Business"/><itunes:category text="Technology"/><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ef57ba03-8709-42b3-91bb-809356b0ca07/logos/ef448b98-ae4f-4991-bf7f-e64a8efc42a5.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[24 Months In...What it Really Takes to Build an AI Business, with Christof Gomez ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What does it really take to build an AI startup in one of the fastest-moving industries on the planet?</p><p>In this episode, I sit down with the founder of Solvee to discuss the journey from day one to the two-year milestone. We explore the realities behind startup life, including the early challenges, pivotal decisions, unexpected setbacks, and breakthrough moments that have shaped the company's growth.</p><p>From finding product-market fit and winning customers to building a team and navigating an ever-evolving AI landscape, this conversation offers a candid look at what happens when ambition meets execution. We also discuss lessons learned along the way, how the AI market has changed in just 24 months, and what founders need to know if they're considering taking the entrepreneurial leap.</p><p>Whether you're building a business, leading digital transformation, working in technology, or simply fascinated by the AI revolution, this episode provides valuable insights into the mindset, resilience, and determination needed to turn an idea into a thriving company.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0ce182ea-1a24-4722-9616-ac77e9d99265</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Neil Metcalf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:29:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9dcdc9f51ff228ab25e4a99f1894ba3aa2b1d3a88f234cf3ca828ec1bd9f475c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwY2UxODJlYS0xYTI0LTQ3MjItOTYxNi1hYzc3ZTlkOTkyNjUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlZjU3YmEwMy04NzA5LTQyYjMtOTFiYi04MDkzNTZiMGNhMDciLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTk1Y2VkMzA3NzgwZmVmZTRjNmJkZDEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFkNWZlMDBlNDYwYjA1NGUyZWQ5OGVhL25laWwtbXItbWV0Y2FsZnMtc3R1ZGlvLTIwMjYtMTAtMTlfXzExLTI5LTU5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="105101000" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ef57ba03-8709-42b3-91bb-809356b0ca07/episodes/0ce182ea-1a24-4722-9616-ac77e9d99265/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What does it really take to build an AI startup in one of the fastest-moving industries on the planet?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, I sit down with the founder of Solvee to discuss the journey from day one to the two-year milestone. We explore the realities behind startup life, including the early challenges, pivotal decisions, unexpected setbacks, and breakthrough moments that have shaped the company&apos;s growth.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From finding product-market fit and winning customers to building a team and navigating an ever-evolving AI landscape, this conversation offers a candid look at what happens when ambition meets execution. We also discuss lessons learned along the way, how the AI market has changed in just 24 months, and what founders need to know if they&apos;re considering taking the entrepreneurial leap.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you&apos;re building a business, leading digital transformation, working in technology, or simply fascinated by the AI revolution, this episode provides valuable insights into the mindset, resilience, and determination needed to turn an idea into a thriving company.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:54:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ef57ba03-8709-42b3-91bb-809356b0ca07/logos/ef448b98-ae4f-4991-bf7f-e64a8efc42a5.png"/><itunes:title>24 Months In...What it Really Takes to Build an AI Business, with Christof Gomez </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brian White - Super Intelligence]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Neil Metcalf and Brian White explore the concept of the technological singularity, its implications, risks, and opportunities. They discuss AI's evolution, potential future scenarios, and the importance of regulation and ethical considerations.</p><p> </p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">21352bf5-8e51-4140-877f-37cd58703b63</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Neil Metcalf]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:05:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/993ff0050024107723a118b5dd9c3960cd23521ba49947ad753d3eef65799a84/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyMTM1MmJmNS04ZTUxLTQxNDAtODc3Zi0zN2NkNTg3MDNiNjMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlZjU3YmEwMy04NzA5LTQyYjMtOTFiYi04MDkzNTZiMGNhMDciLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTk1Y2VkMzA3NzgwZmVmZTRjNmJkZDEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFiNGZmMzI3OTY4ODQ5NjczYWQ4MzQxL25laWwtbXItbWV0Y2FsZnMtc3R1ZGlvLTIwMjYtOS0yNF9fMTEtNS0xNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="110528618" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ef57ba03-8709-42b3-91bb-809356b0ca07/episodes/21352bf5-8e51-4140-877f-37cd58703b63/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Neil Metcalf and Brian White explore the concept of the technological singularity, its implications, risks, and opportunities. 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