Nerd Out: EP 41. Dave Clark joins to talk about MDM and other nerd topics.

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In the latest episode of Nerd Out, Dave brings in another Dave and fellow Nerd. Dave Clark joins the show to talk all things mis/dis/mal-information (MDM) as well as some other nerd topics. Dave Clark shared his journey from being a linguist in the Army to a sports journalist to working with MDM. He also talked about some of the challenges and then some important steps for individuals and organizations to take to verify the information is as complete as possible. Then taking a break from work, Dave and Dave talked about what they are watching and some of the challenges with some great shows.


  • Dave Pounder is a Senior Risk Analyst for Gate 15. On Threads: @davidtpounder. On X, the platform formerly know as Twitter: @dpounder; email: david@gate15.global. 
  • Dave Clark is the Marketing Coordinator Factal. On LinkedIn and learn more about Factal.

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