In this debut episode, Frank Indiviglio, CTO at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) explains the power of AI data science and high performance computing to transform vast raw data into actionable insights—from hurricane forecasting to coral reef monitoring. He discusses how AI improves data processing efficiency, the importance of blending science and tech to scale forecasting, and how open data efforts are balanced with cybersecurity to build public trust. With cross-sector collaboration driving innovation, NOAA is leading the charge in turning raw data into real-world impact. Tune in to the full episode to hear how tech is transforming how we understand our planet.