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Asking Good Questions
A podcast exploring how AI and technology are transforming the CFO's office.
Asking Good Questions started because I noticed that the best finance leaders I've worked with across 25+ years all had one thing in common: they asked better questions than everyone else in the room.
Every episode explores how AI, data science, and technology are reshaping the Office of the CFO. Not to sell you software, but to figure out what's actually working and what's still hype.
Zain Oke on Surviving a Corporate Crisis — and Selling to Chobani
In this episode of Asking Good Questions, host Edward Roske sits down with Zain Oke, whose career reads like a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and strategic reinvention. From nearly two decades at Deloitte to the boardroom of Daily Harvest, and now leading automotive operations at AAA Norther
From Oracle to AI Ops: Kellyn Gorman’s Playbook for Future-Proof Data Teams
In this episode, Kellyn Gorman joins us for a candid conversation about what AI really means for data leaders, DBAs, and finance teams. From uncovering hidden bias in system defaults to rethinking how humans and AI collaborate, Kellyn lays out a roadmap that is both pragmatic and inspiring. If you’v
The 4 P's of Finance Excellence: Mark Dendle Reveals His Secret Formula for Business Transformation
SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Mark Dendle and Edward Roske explore the evolving landscape of finance, emphasizing the integration of AI, the importance of teamwork, and the common challenges faced across various industries. Mark shares his leadership philosophy, highlighting the significance
Why Sipei Bowman Says Accountants Have the ‘Highest Pain Tolerance’ in Tech
In this episode of "Asking Good Questions," host Edward Roske sits down with Sipei Bowman, a trailblazer in the realm of digital transformation within the finance sector. With over two decades of experience, Sipei has been at the forefront of revolutionizing financial systems at Jackson Square Aviat
From Silicon Valley to Ukraine Battlefields: Gauthier Vasseur Democratizes AI for 2,000+ Non-Coders
oin Edward Roske and Gauthier Vasseur as they explore the democratization of AI, bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications. Discover how AI is transforming industries from Silicon Valley boardrooms to Ukrainian resilience efforts. Learn about the power of natural language coding
Why Dave Mitchell Says AI Will Replace Your CFO Before 2026 (And He's Not Wrong)
In this episode of Asking Good Questions, host Edward Roske engages with finance expert Dave Mitchell, who shares insights from his extensive career spanning traditional accounting to digital media and consulting. They discuss the evolving relationship between technology and finance, the impact of A
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Monthly AI news for people who'd rather not read 50 articles.
AI News - January 2026
My curated, top AI News stories for January of 2026. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Feb 10, 2026
5 Wild Predictions for AI in 2026
5 surprising predictions about AI news you shouldn't be shocked to see in 2026. Each prediction is 25-50% likely so definitely plausible.
Jan 21, 2026
My Top 10 AI News Story Predictions for 2026
10 bold predictions about AI news I expect to see in 2026. These aren't the wild predictions but rather the news stories you should be ready for by the end of the year.
Jan 20, 2026
AI News - 2025, The Year In Review
My curated, top AI News stories for all of 2025. It's hard to believe how far we came in 2025, but here's all the stories that will last, in one concise video.
Jan 19, 2026
AI News - December 2025
My curated, top AI News stories for December of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Jan 10, 2026
AI News - November 2025
My curated, top AI News stories for November of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Dec 4, 2025
Essbase Agent (LLM Talking to Essbase)
Built an agent that lets you talk to Oracle Essbase inside an LLM (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.). We now have AI-powered Essbase!
Nov 4, 2025
AI News - October 2025
My curated, top AI News stories for October of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Nov 3, 2025
AI News - September 2025
My curated, top AI News stories for September of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Nov 3, 2025
AI News - July 2025
My curated, top AI News stories for July of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Sep 2, 2025
AI News - August 2025
My curated, top AI News stories for August of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Sep 2, 2025
AI News - 2025 Q2
My curated, top AI News stories for the second quarter of 2025. If you're in business and don't have time to read every AI story in real-time, here's your relevant recap.
Jul 16, 2025Interviews & Conference Talks
Devs on Tape x Kscope25: The Inspiring Journey of Edward Roske
In-depth interview covering Edward's career from founding interRel at 22 through AI ventures at Caprus and Dawnward, plus the intersection of AI, EPM, and data privacy.
GenAI in the Wild: An Interview with Edward Roske
Interview covering Edward's use of GenAI tools and his perspective on AI adoption for finance professionals. Part of the Oracle + AI Series.
The Top Five Strategic EPM Trends in 2023: ChatGPT, Autonomous, and Beyond
Webinar exploring innovative trends in Oracle Cloud EPM including Narrative Reporting, EDM, Account Reconciliation Cloud, and Scenario Modeling.
Argano Employee Testimonial: Edward Roske
Video testimonial featuring Edward as part of Argano's employee spotlight series.
How AI Helps Take Your Power Back: Reclaiming Your Professional Future
Presentation on how AI can empower finance executives to reclaim control of their careers and enhance their strategic value.
PACE Academic IG: Transitioning from Data to Decisions for Analytics Success
Discussion panel with Edward Roske and Dr. Prashanth Southekal on leveraging data and analytics for improved business performance.
AUSOUG & APOUG Tour: Oracle Cloud Sessions Across Australia and Asia
Edward presented sessions on Oracle Cloud topics across Australian and Asia-Pacific Oracle User Groups in Australia, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Hong Kong.
Kscope15: It's a Wrap
Wrap-up video from ODTUG Kscope15 featuring Edward Roske.
Kscope14 Interview: Edward Roske (and His Hat)
Kevin McGinley interviews Edward at the ODTUG Social Media Lounge. Edward presented sessions on Oracle BI Mobile, Essbase Optimization, and Cutting-Edge Essbase.
Edward Roske on Oracle HPCM at MD Anderson Cancer Center
Discussing implementing Hyperion Profitability and Cost Management at MD Anderson Cancer Center to determine profitability at the physician level.
Real Time BI Ep 014: Edward Roske, Unnecessarily Censored
A humorous segment from the Kscope14 livestream broadcast of Real Time BI with Kevin & Stewart.
Blog
Thoughts on AI, finance, MCP servers, and whatever else is worth the keystrokes.
The $600 Billion Mainframe
Big Tech committed $600 billion to centralized AI infrastructure this year. Then a developer ran a 397-billion-parameter model on a MacBook. We've seen this movie before.
Is It Time to Build Software That Fits Your Company Instead of the Other Way Around?
For decades, companies adapted their processes to fit their software. Vibe coding and AI might finally flip that equation. Or it might just create a new generation of unmaintainable spaghetti. Probably both.
Is SaaS Dead?
The SaaSpocalypse erased $2 trillion in software market cap. Per-seat licensing is breaking. But AI agents don't replace SaaS. They use it. The answer is more complicated than the headline.
Why Is Everyone Obsessed with OpenClaw?
An open-source AI agent hit 310,000 GitHub stars, caused a global Mac Mini shortage, and has 341 malicious skills in its plugin store. Naturally, everyone wants one.
How D&D Makes Me a Better CEO
Running a tabletop campaign teaches you more about leadership than any MBA program. The dice just have better production value.
Academic Publications
Research from my Master of Data Science at SMU (4.0 GPA, Outstanding Graduate).