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Conf T with your SE

68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

"Conf T with your SE" is a trailblazing podcast designed specifically for the tech-savvy listener. Launched in 2019, it brings together thought leaders, experts, and enthusiasts in the world of technology to spark insightful discussions, share industry trends, and tackle complex technical concepts in an accessible and engaging way.

Hosted by seasoned systems engineer, Bryan Young, the show breaks down the barriers between the intricate world of computer networking and software and the everyday listener. Bryan's knack for simplifying complex concepts, paired with his infectious enthusiasm for the new and disruptive technology makes the podcast a hit among novices and experts alike.

The "Conf T with your SE" podcast dives deep into a wide array of topics, from the nitty-gritty of coding and algorithm design to the larger implications of technology on society. It also covers career guidance, industry trends, the latest research, and interviews with leading figures from tech giants to startup pioneers.

Listeners of "Conf T with your SE" not only gain a deeper understanding of the world of Information Technology but also get a chance to be part of a growing community that's passionate about learning, innovating, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in tech.

Yet the dialogue doesn't end with the podcast! We invite listeners to join our growing Discord community at https://discord.gg/shgnswpKzw. Here, you can extend the discussions, engage directly with Bryan and other listeners, and even suggest topics for forthcoming episodes. It's a place for learning, debating, networking, and experiencing the thrill of the ever-evolving tech industry.

Whether you're an experienced professional hunting for fresh insights, a student aspiring to carve out a career in the industry, or a tech enthusiast keen to grasp the world of systems engineering, "Conf T with your SE" caters to all. Tune in, participate in the Discord discourse, and be part of this enlightening voyage through the technological landscape!

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Episodes

Ep 17: Tetration

August 28, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 40 MB

On this episode of Conf T, Bryan Brian and Joe continue the conversation of zero trust and dive into the world of visibility within the Data Center. While the focus is on Cisco's Tetration, we also cover some of the other tools available to you to gain the visibility necessary to protect your data center.

Ep 16: Zero Trust

August 14, 2019 10:30 - 35 minutes - 50.7 MB

Cisco Security Technical Solutions Architect Katherine McNamara joins Bryan Young and Joey D to discuss zero trust. We cover the definition of zero trust, where it should be applied, and how to take the first steps in going down the path of implementing a zero trust architecture.  Links: Katherine's Blog: http://cs.co/9008E2EZu ISE Helpdesk Troubleshooting Guide: http://cs.co/9009E2EZR ISE High Level Design: http://cs.co/9000E2EZr Google's Beyond Corp: http://cs.co/9001E2EZT Demy...

Ep 15: Cisco Certifications

July 31, 2019 10:00 - 47 minutes - 67 MB

On this episode of Conf T with your SE, special guest Mike McPhee joins us again to discuss Cisco Certifications and his pathway to becoming a double CCIE and a CCDE. Also, we take some time to discuss the changes coming to the Cisco Certification program staring in February 2020. Show Links: Cisco Certifications: http://cs.co/9001ELRBx Cert Migration Tools: http://cs.co/9002ELRBI Cisco Learning Network: http://cs.co/9003ELRBL Cisco Learning Library: http://cs.co/9005ELRBF Cisco ...

Ep 14: ACI

July 17, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 55.2 MB

In this episode of Conf T with your SE, Bryan and Brian discuss ACI with special guest Joe Piperata. Everything from Spine Leaf topology, zero trust, and application and QoS awareness is discussed in this Data Center focuses installment. Links: L4-7 Compatibility List - http://cs.co/9004EaXAy

Ep 13: Meraki

July 03, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 43 MB

Special guest Ryan Harami joins Bryan, Brian and Joe as they discuss the wonderful world of cloud based management that is the Meraki dashboard. Links: Meraki Developer Hub - http://cs.co/9008EtMCw Meraki Apps Marketplace - http://cs.co/9009EtMCb Meraki Adventure API Lab - http://cs.co/adventure  

Ep 12: Meet the Team

June 19, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes - 29.9 MB

Bryan, Brian and Joe mix things up on this episode and get to know more about each other in this special episode.

Ep 11: Cisco Collaboration

June 05, 2019 10:00 - 42 minutes - 60.1 MB

On this very special episode of Conf T with your SE, special guest Salvatore Limura from YouTube's "CiscoSal" joins us to discuss one of Cisco's most well known technologies, collaboration. Joey D and Bryan Young discuss the various hosting options as well as various endpoint options for basic voice as well as HD video. We also take the time to discuss the WebEx brand and wrap things up with our consumption models. Links: Cisco Sal YouTube Channel: http://cs.co/9004EWt02 Cisco Projec...

Ep 10: Protecting the Edge

May 22, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 57.9 MB

On this episode, Bryan and Joe speak with special guest Shaun Furey about Cisco Umbrella, Cisco's DNS-based web security and content filtering solution. They discuss the importance of protecting the edge as well as how easy it is to deploy Umbrella, it's key features, and new and upcoming features. Cisco IT on Cisco Umbrella - http://cs.co/9008EYLnm Cisco Umbrella Blog - http://cs.co/9004EYLX0 Cisco Umbrella Status Page - http://cs.co/9001EYLkl

Ep 09: Protecting the Endpoint

May 08, 2019 10:00 - 45 minutes - 64.1 MB

Bryan Young and special guest Keith Manville discuss Cisco's EDR solution; AMP for Endpoints. Cisco Talos Threat Intelligence - http://cs.co/9002EYLbq The Power of Cisco Threat Response - http://cs.co/9003EYLbS Threat Hunting Video - http://cs.co/9004EYLbs AMP Chalk Talk - http://cs.co/9005EYLbt AMP for Endpoints Workshop Videos - http://cs.co/9006EYLbQ Cisco Security Webinars and Demo Fridays - http://cs.co/9007EYLbv

Ep 08: Hyperflex

April 24, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 51.5 MB

Bryan Young and Brian Boyd dive deep into the world of Hyper-Converged and showcase Cisco's solution called HyperFlex. We discuss the benefits of HyperFlex, the technology that makes it possible, and go over some competitive advantages. Link to ESG report: http://cs.co/9006EYLjs

Ep 07: Wireless

April 10, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 49.1 MB

On this episode of Conf T with your SE, Bryan, Brian and Joe go into the weeds a bit and talk about Wi-Fi. Everything from best practices, to new standards including WPA3 and 802.11ax. Bryan and his fellow SEs go over some common mistakes made when planning for wireless deployments and even take a peak behind the curtain to see what the future of wireless technologies look like. Links: Cisco Clean Air: http://cs.co/9007ElwqT Meraki Air Marshall: http://cs.co/9008Elwqp Cisco Wi-Fi 6 O...

Ep 06: SD-WAN

March 27, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 46.5 MB

On this episode of Conf T with your SE, Brian Boyd and Bryan Young discuss Cisco's offerings for SD-WAN, comparing and contrasting the two major offerings and going through some design considerations such as number of transports, feature parity, and deployment options.

Ep 05: Next Generation Firewalls

March 13, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 50.2 MB

In this episode of Conf T with your SE, special guest Mike McPhee talks with us about the two major Cisco solutions we have in the NGFW space and where each of them hold their strengths. We dive into both Cisco Firepower and Cisco Meraki solutions comparing features along with management options to better understand where these solutions fit for our customers.

Ep 04: Cisco Enterprise Agreements

February 27, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 30.9 MB

On this episode of Conf T with your SE, we dive into Cisco Enterprise Agreements. This recent offering from Cisco grants our customers flexibility in how they license their Cisco Software solutions. Bryan Young and Brian Boyd go over some of the similarities between the various EAs across the different architectures as well as some of the specifics available for each type.

Ep 03: Refresh Your Network

February 13, 2019 11:00 - 20 minutes - 30.6 MB

In this episode, we explore the important reasons why you should keep your Cisco hardware up to date with current support. We explore the lifecycle of Cisco hardware, take a look at support and advanced services offered by Cisco and talk about the latest licensing trends and models used by Cisco. Lastly we cover the hardware changes that have been introduced and go through the various recommended product recommendations. Cisco EoS/EoL Policy: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/eos-eol-...

Ep 02: Intent-Based Networking

January 30, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 33.5 MB

On this episode, we discussed Cisco's next generation of campus networking called Intent-Based Networking. We discussed the different pillars of intent-based networking and the management platform known as Cisco DNA Center. The hardware compatibility matrix for Cisco DNA Center can be found at https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/solutions/enterprise-networks/software-defined-access/compatibility-matrix.html To check out design guides for Cisco DNA Center, please check out the following link:...

Ep 01: Data Center Switching

January 16, 2019 12:00 - 18 minutes - 27.7 MB

In our first episode of Conf T with your SE, we go over the differences between our Data Center and Access Layer switching and why these two product lines exist. The Cisco whitepaper mentioned in this episode can be found at https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/switches/nexus-9000-series-switches/white-paper-c11-738488.html

A Brief Introduction

January 02, 2019 16:27 - 59 seconds - 3.11 MB

A quick introduction and tease of our first real episode scheduled to be published on January 16th.

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