ITR - IT Reality
115 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsITR is a conversational podcast about IT beyond the Marketing / Sales pitch. Topics will be primarily, but not limited to, tech found within businesses. We will be sharing conversations with IT Pros and other guests. For the younger audience, let the conversations within be a pro tip. For those with equal or more time in the pro seat, you are invited to contribute. Reach out via email ([email protected]) or on Twitter(@ITRealityUS).
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The one that started with nipples...
May 06, 2024 01:49 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBRecorded on April 24th, 2024, Nathan, Richard, & Vince reconvene to discuss life and ramblings related to licensing/pricing changes for VMware technologies as part of the Broadcom chapter.
VMware Explore 2023
September 09, 2023 02:39 - 42.8 MBThis episode is a compilation of many recordings captured in Las Vergas, NV at VMware Explore 2023. This one is better consumed on our Youtube channel but we are sharing the audio only version for those who prefer it. We kicked off VMware Explore with a chat from our base of operations primarily discussing the travel challenges thanks to Hurricane Hillary. Then, we share snippets from interviews with Mike Masters, Franky Barragan, & of course NateDawg + HTownVinny. Richard was hard to keep ...
ITR on VMware Application Catalog
September 08, 2023 22:00 - 33.7 MBReturning to life post VMware Explore 2023, We sat down for a discussion on VMware Application Catalog. Winds of change in IT & DevOps process We know Richard messed up, Sorry, Even Commander Data has errors form time to time Where's the connection between Developers & Operations? Enterprise Bitnami and other components available through VMware Application Catalog Supportability Licensing Software Supply Chain Product editions AirGap deployment option Checkout VMware Application Catalog an...
VMware Explore 2023 is almost here!
July 07, 2023 00:41 - 98.7 MBA lot of life has happened since our last recording, but "We're getting the band back together"! In this episode, we're looking forward to VMware Explore 2023. Just a few points of discussion in this episode are: our first memories of VMware Explore, effect on our careers, sessions we're excited about, best conference experience, & lessons learned. Richard's session recommendations are 60 Minutes of NUMA by Frank Denneman (CODEB2761LV) & Machine Learning Accelerator Deep Dive (CEIM1849LV)...
Content Creation in 2022 with DataCenterDude
February 13, 2022 18:51 - 167 MBThis week, Vince, Richard, and Nathan discuss the content creation game with Nick Howell. This discussion focuses on the some of the why/how and thought process. Very little is discussed with regards to specific hardware. Chat with the ITR Crew in Slack
Machine Learning with Frank Denneman
December 29, 2021 00:43 - 1 hour - 158 MBA short while back Frank Denneman joined us to discuss Machine Learning and some interesting ways it is being used that you may or may not be aware of. Note: we are aware of an unfortunate echo in portions of the audio and have corrected the problem for future episodes Links mentioned in this episode: NIKE Shoe app TARGET advertising story Pastry AI ML Ops ITR Slack Become an ITR Patron!
Across the Wires, Beyond the Console...
December 08, 2021 20:37 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis week we welcome Drew Como to the podcast to discuss IT behind the scenes of video Games in addition to his IT journey. Note: we are aware of the echo in this episode. Not much we are able to do about it... Topics discussed: Drew's Career path Networking and Server hardware Example Games: Roblox, Frontlines, Call of Duty, and some 8-16 bit titles Google Stadia and other game streaming platforms Links mentioned in this episode: Kaos Studios Killed by Google
Certifications with DevOps Rob
November 13, 2021 20:40 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBTopics discussed: Rob’s IT Journey Certification experience of Hosts & guest 4 categories of Certification candidates The Value of certifications The right way, vs production… Continuous education and its role in the IT industry Tech training induced scars Links mentioned in this episode: (DevOps Rob YouTube - Why you don’t need tech certs in 2021)[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibeMKFv2j0Q] (Brownfield vs Greenfield)[https://www.moogsoft.com/blog/aiops/brownfield-greenfield-ops/]...
AR/VR with Alan Renouf
October 31, 2021 13:57 - 1 hour - 152 MBThis week, Nathan, Richard, and Vince chatted with Alan Renouf on the topic of AR/VR. (the tech and its use) Topics discussed: Alan’s Path to VMware vCommunity / It All Starts with VMUG Programming languages Speaking at VMware How to get started with AR/VR Messing with your friends in AR/VR Enterprise use cases VR at home, or at least Alan’s home Hololens another VR/AR gear Barriers to Entry And Much more... Links mentioned in this episode: Renouf Fire Relief fund Alan Mindmaps...
Apple released new Macs... and we have opinions...
October 22, 2021 02:12 - 1 hour - 119 MBNathan, Richard, & Vince chat about their grief with the M1 Mac announcment in October 2021. You're going to have to just listen to this one... Enjoy!
ITR Welcomes Wes Milliron & Carl Capozza, Part 2
October 19, 2021 21:43 - 50 minutes - 92.8 MBContinuing from our last episode with Carl, Wes, & Ariel.... Topics discussed: Tales From the Trenches Addressing the Support case that seems to go nowhere How to get from engineer to domain architect Information sharing, Internally vs Externally Documentation Motivating a business to consider a move into Agile Methodology. Links mentioned in this episode: HTownVinny's Support Tweet Join ITR in Slack!
ITR Welcomes Wes Milliron & Carl Capozza
October 15, 2021 02:06 - 27 minutes - 51.2 MBIn this part 1 of 2 episode, we welcome Carl Capozza and Wes Milliron to ITR and pick their brains on a number of topics. Topics discussed: Self Intro Career Path Translating the super technical for the not so technical Asking the right question, What is the actual problem/goal? Knowing your audience… Join ITR in Slack and contribute to future conversations!
Fear not, the Cloud Migration.
October 11, 2021 18:04 - 56 minutes - 80.8 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Brian Knudtson to the podcast to discuss cloud migrations and job security concerns. We’re getting misty here folks, and all while, “THE CLOUD IS ON FIRE THE CLOUD IS ON FIRE!!” Topics discussed: Who is Brian Knudtston Change is constant, embrace it Be Proactive, get involved with business meetings The Cloud Migration has the potential to open new tech doors for you Resist the urge to remain in your silo Small world, you never know where you...
AR/ VR - What, Why, & Practical uses
September 24, 2021 12:57 - 48 minutes - 88.9 MBThis week we REALLY enjoyed chatting with Luke Levne on the topic of AR/VR. (the tech and its use) Topics discussed: AR/VR Immersive experiences and storytelling as the driver of engagement and purchasing decisions Crap vs Amazing animation Consumption Down-to-earth explanation of how technology can be applied to generate a greater good Links mentioned in this episode: Punch Drunk Anduril IKEA Furniture App South Park ChinPokomon on Youtube
Book Promo: Practical Automation with PowerShell by Matthew Dowst
September 10, 2021 03:01 - 37 minutes - 50.7 MBThis week we welcome Matthew Dowst to the podcast to discuss his book, Practical Automation with PowerShell. Topics discussed: Who is Matthew Dowst? Book Details Manning Early Access Program Intended Audience Don’t Judge a Book by Its cover… 35% discount code (good for all Manning products in all formats): poditr21 Book Giveaway Rules Within 2 weeks of the release of this episode, Must be following ITR/Matt on Twitter Retweet the episode tweet Links mentioned in this episode: ...
IT Burnout with Eric Lee
September 03, 2021 03:08 - 58 minutes - 82.8 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Eric Lee to the podcast to discuss Burnout, Impostor Syndrome, and the horrors of IT… but in a good way. Topics discussed: Burnout… What is it? how to recognize it? what to do about it? Links mentioned in this episode: Cloud Management Monthly - IT Burnout and Mental Health Mental Health Hackers ITR on Burnout, 1 year ago... Soft Skills Engineering - Job Change Episodes My trudge through IT Burnout and the fight to keep it at bay
“Hands-On IT to CIO, Lessons Learned”, The Long Version, Part 2
August 21, 2021 14:45 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MBContinuing our conversation with Laurie Capozza... Topics discussed: Failure Learning opportunities Meeting participation You too can be a manager, if you want to Laurie is Human too Book: How To Lie with Stats
“Hands-On IT to CIO, Lessons Learned”, The Long Version, Part 1
August 07, 2021 11:50 - 44 minutes - 82.2 MBThis week, we welcome Laurie Capozza to the podcast to discuss how technical individual contributors can be the best IT Managers. Topics discussed: Who is Laurie Capozza? Tales from the Frontline DR Lessons Learned - Test Early, Test Often vBB Presentation Teaser, “Hands-On IT to CIO, Lessons Learned” Imposter Syndrome experiences Branch out and explore other tech… It’s okay to say no… Managing Scope Creep Mentoring is important. Be one or find one, everyone benefits Lessons Learne...
2021 Mental Health Mindfulness
July 30, 2021 03:24 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Alicia Preston and Al Rasheed to the podcast to discuss Mindfulness & the Shanker Self Regulation framework. With all of the stressors in our lives, this hour might really benefit you if you are willing to set aside the time! Topics discussed: mindfulness gentleness self-regulation Shanker Framework Step 1: Reframing Behavior Step 2: Recognizing Stressors Domains Mental Emotional Physical Biological Cognitive Step 3: Reducing Stress ...
ITR Welcomes Anwar Khan
July 23, 2021 01:40 - 53 minutes - 98 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Anwar Khan to the podcast to discuss covid life, remote life, and how to live in the world we live in these days. Topics discussed: Non traditional route into IT and why do IT? Tales from the front line How has the recent past changed our relationship with technology? Stay Active, Stay Productive. Sudden transition to remote schooling Communication is key, especially in the current state of things Sometimes we’re not in control of changes b...
Virtual vs In-Person events
July 16, 2021 02:32 - 55 minutes - 102 MBTopics discussed: Current State of meeting/gathering Does Caitlin live in “the south”? Ranch on Chicken Wings History of Virtual conferences and the future of Virtual/Hybrid conferences Film industry compared to tech industry use of virtual events Audience participation makes a difference Empathy/Intention makes a difference Vaccination considerations for public gatherings Links mentioned in this episode: Join ITR in Slack!
Information Technology in Cars
July 10, 2021 22:43 - 49 minutes - 91.5 MBThis week, Nathan Bennett, Vince Wood, Aaron Kay, and Tim Davis chat about information technology in automobiles. Topics discussed: Amazing aspects of tech in autos Reliability/Repairability/Durability/Capability concerns And more... Links mentioned in this episode: ITR Slack
Habits & Changes post COVID Lockdown
June 29, 2021 01:04 - 43 minutes - 79 MBThis week, Jim Jones, Matt Crape, and Vince Wood discuss a couple of habits and ways in which our lives have recently changed all while continuing to do our IT jobs. Topics discussed: Beverage choices Anxiety/Burnout Notifications/Do Not Disturb changes in view of the acceptable desired long term adjustments Links mentioned in this episode: Mental Health Hackers ITR Slack VMworld 2021 vExpert Applications open!
ITR 2021 Mid Year Update
June 09, 2021 22:48 - 9 minutes - 11.8 MBLots going on in the world and in ITR land. A few weeks has passed since we have released some new content but we are working on that. We have some episodes scheduled over the next few weeks and are looking for more who are willing to come chat with us.
EUC, Demotivation Challenges, and oh yeah, Welcome Matt Heldstab!
May 28, 2021 02:56 - 1 hour - 116 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Matt Heldstab to the podcast to discuss EUC, Surviving the demotivation of Covid, and Practices to help. Topics discussed: EUC Demotivation Motivation Exercise Engagement
VARs! No, not variables. Value Added Resellers.
May 21, 2021 13:09 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Ken to the podcast to discuss VARs and what they actually do. Also, should you use a VAR? Topics discussed: VARs Technical VAR Strategic VAR Doing stuff you don't know how to do. Shameless lack of kubernetes talk Links mentioned in this episode: Work with Ken! Sign up to attend/present on vBrownBag Indy VMUG Usercon. In person, October 2021 Tech Field Day Gap Selling Knowing where to tap
Get you're next project approved!
May 14, 2021 02:51 - 1 hour - 101 MBThis week, we welcome back Nick Scuola to discuss speaking to business leadership, in a way that leads to approval of your next project. Topics discussed: 3 keys to selling your next project to management Reduce Risk Reduce Cost Increase Revenue Why Anything, Why Now, Why Us? The Quiz
Get your next project approved!
May 14, 2021 02:51 - 1 hour - 101 MBThis week, we welcome back Nick Scuola to discuss speaking to business leadership, in a way that leads to approval of your next project. Topics discussed: 3 keys to selling your next project to management Reduce Risk Reduce Cost Increase Revenue Why Anything, Why Now, Why Us? The Quiz
Kev Johnson almost summoned Tim Davis, Beetlejuice style...
May 08, 2021 02:51 - 57 minutes - 105 MBThis week, Nathan Bennet, Vince Wood and Kev Johnson discuss career path or at least Kev's and some lessons learned along the way... Topics discussed: Career Path Kubernetes Tech Marketing Paying for Support Links mentioned in this episode: Scott Hanselmann basics Miro Mind Mapping OpenTechCast Come hang out in the ITR slack!
When Brian Graf gets bored...
April 23, 2021 04:57 - 1 hour - 126 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Brian Graf to the podcast to discuss his career and lessons learned regarding productivity. Topics discussed: Brian Graf self Intro How did you find what interests you? Experience Based Advice Powershell Usercons Softskills Time Management Links mentioned in this episode: Plink PowerCLI Tricks 4 Hour Work Week Perfect Day Formula Amusing Ourselves to death
The Final installment of Nathan hates PowerShell?
April 16, 2021 02:41 - 51 minutes - 71.5 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Luc Dekens to the podcast to discuss PowerShell, automation, and IT in the past years. Topics discussed: Logging ChessPlaying - Small steps Powershell Hate PowerCLI love Powershell love NeverStopLearning Links mentioned in this episode: Eat That Frog Jeffrey Snover Monad Manifesto from 2002
S2E13 - "Anything Goes" April 2021
April 09, 2021 03:43 - 1 hour - 117 MBTopics discussed: HTownVinny visits the ER BiWeekly VCDX Webcasts coming April 15th with @agmalanco & Ariel Sanchez Mora SRM Datacenter Design Shared around the world in multiple languages Ariel, VCDX in June 2022… Veeam Vanguard Program is awesome. Raspberry Pi Retro gaming project. 7 year old installs ESXi & learns some key IT concepts PizzaWars New York vs Florida Spirit Airlines Scuola going for CKA and all major cloud certs Covid Learning/certification Ariel’s take on Tic...
"Anything Goes" April 2021
April 09, 2021 03:43 - 1 hour - 117 MBTopics discussed: HTownVinny visits the ER BiWeekly VCDX Webcasts coming April 15th with @agmalanco & Ariel Sanchez Mora SRM Datacenter Design Shared around the world in multiple languages Ariel, VCDX in June 2022… Veeam Vanguard Program is awesome. Raspberry Pi Retro gaming project. 7 year old installs ESXi & learns some key IT concepts PizzaWars New York vs Florida Spirit Airlines Scuola going for CKA and all major cloud certs Covid Learning/certification Ariel’s take on Tic...
S2E12 - ITR on JobHunting, Part 4
April 02, 2021 02:42 - 1 hour - 133 MBTopics discussed: Salary negotiations Negotiations in general Corey Quinn Workforce laws Links mentioned in this episode: Corey Quinn, In your first 2 weeks... Corey Quinn, How to apply for jobs… Global Knowledge IT Skills and Salary Report IT Salary Report 2021: 80 IT Jobs in 400 U.S. Metropolitan Areas, 20 Industry Sectors Never split the difference, Chris Voss Corey Quinn non compete Entry level jobs from Diversify Tech All Diversify Tech jobs here A list of ethical tech job...
ITR on JobHunting, Part 4
April 02, 2021 02:42 - 1 hour - 133 MBTopics discussed: Salary negotiations Negotiations in general Corey Quinn Workforce laws Links mentioned in this episode: Corey Quinn, In your first 2 weeks... Corey Quinn, How to apply for jobs… Global Knowledge IT Skills and Salary Report IT Salary Report 2021: 80 IT Jobs in 400 U.S. Metropolitan Areas, 20 Industry Sectors Never split the difference, Chris Voss Corey Quinn non compete Entry level jobs from Diversify Tech All Diversify Tech jobs here A list of ethical tech job...
S2E11 - ITR on Hands-on Learning with William Lam
March 26, 2021 04:35 - 1 hour - 157 MBTopics discussed: Intro to William Lam Methods of Learning VMware products HomeLab Deep Dive Hardware options Software & licensing The Quiz Links mentioned in this episode: William automated vSphere with Kubernetes VMware Hands On Labs The vExpert Program VMUG Advantage VMware Lightning Labs
ITR on Hands-on Learning with William Lam
March 26, 2021 04:35 - 1 hour - 157 MBTopics discussed: Intro to William Lam Methods of Learning VMware products HomeLab Deep Dive Hardware options Software & licensing The Quiz Links mentioned in this episode: William automated vSphere with Kubernetes VMware Hands On Labs The vExpert Program VMUG Advantage VMware Lightning Labs
S2E10 - Ticket Systems... They're everywhere & you need one.
March 19, 2021 02:17 - 1 hour - 112 MBTopics discussed: Ticket system options Spiceworks JIRA/Atlasian ZenDesk Kaseya FreshService / FreshDesk Kayako SalesForce IssueTrak Henry’s Favorite: Happy fox? The one Henry hates: Service NOW! Paper based? Emails AKA your inbox? Custom made ticket systems Why they matter Minimal staff Issue tracking / history Common interface Human brains forget stuff User Training. Stepping stone to further user training... Use Cases IT orgs Service Providers Other Business units ...
Ticket Systems... They're everywhere & you need one.
March 19, 2021 02:17 - 1 hour - 112 MBTopics discussed: Ticket system options Spiceworks JIRA/Atlasian ZenDesk Kaseya FreshService / FreshDesk Kayako SalesForce IssueTrak Henry’s Favorite: Happy fox? The one Henry hates: Service NOW! Paper based? Emails AKA your inbox? Custom made ticket systems Why they matter Minimal staff Issue tracking / history Common interface Human brains forget stuff User Training. Stepping stone to further user training... Use Cases IT orgs Service Providers Other Business units ...
ITR on JobHunting, Part 3
March 12, 2021 03:40 - 1 hour - 119 MBContinuing our series on JobHunting, in part 3, we focus on the interview bringing back fan favorites Leon Adato, and Chrystal Taylor. Topics discussed: Interview questions are largely BS. You can play the game, but you can also Kobiyashi Maru it. Sell yourself? Active Listening What it's like on the other side, aka the Hiring Manager/Interviewer Transferable skills Now you get to ask the question? “What questions do you have for us?” Links mentioned in this episode: Never split the...
S2E9 - ITR on JobHunting, Part 3
March 12, 2021 03:40 - 1 hour - 119 MBContinuing our series on JobHunting, in part 3, we focus on the interview bringing back fan favorites Leon Adato, and Chrystal Taylor. Topics discussed: Interview questions are largely BS. You can play the game, but you can also Kobiyashi Maru it. Sell yourself? Active Listening What it's like on the other side, aka the Hiring Manager/Interviewer Transferable skills Now you get to ask the question? “What questions do you have for us?” Links mentioned in this episode: Never split the...
ITR on Veeam Vanguard
March 11, 2021 02:05 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBTopics discussed: What is the Veeam Vanguard Program Sub Program “Legends” How to be inclusive but keep the group appropriately sized? What are the benefits (Veeam perspective) What are the benefits (Vanguard perspective) Why do you want to be a Vanguard (perks aren’t everything) What does Veeam look for continued inclusion How to find/interact with a Vanguard? Links mentioned in this episode: Veeam Vanguard Veeam Legends
Welcome Marino Wijay & Let's talk VMware Tanzu
March 05, 2021 03:14 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBThis week we welcome Marino Wijay(@virtualized6ix) to the podcast to share some of his career story as well as some insifght into the VMware Tanzu product. Topic list: Job growth Career pivot Multi-cloud Tanzu? Tahnzu? MTU, Jumbo frames, and the worse part of Networking (ISCSI) The Quiz
S2E8 - Welcome Marino Wijay & Let's talk VMware Tanzu
March 05, 2021 03:14 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBThis week we welcome Marino Wijay(@virtualized6ix) to the podcast to share some of his career story as well as some insifght into the VMware Tanzu product. Topic list: Job growth Career pivot Multi-cloud Tanzu? Tahnzu? MTU, Jumbo frames, and the worse part of Networking (ISCSI) The Quiz
S2E7 - ITR on Job Hunting, Part 2
February 26, 2021 14:34 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week we welcome Chrystal Taylor, to discuss job hunt and those “harder” skillset. Apparently she left the door cracked, cause Leon Adato came too.. vExpert #vCommunity #JobHunt Topics discussed: SoftSkills Learning Skills Finding that Job Negotiating Salary Initiative Learning things Links mentioned in this episode: https://twitter.com/girlgerms/status/1363687969333280768 https://twitter.com/QuinnyPig/status/1113102554118881281 https://www.adatosystems.com http://THWACK....
ITR on Job Hunting, Part 2
February 26, 2021 14:34 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week we welcome Chrystal Taylor, to discuss job hunt and those “harder” skillset. Apparently she left the door cracked, cause Leon Adato came too.. vExpert #vCommunity #JobHunt Topics discussed: SoftSkills Learning Skills Finding that Job Negotiating Salary Initiative Learning things Links mentioned in this episode: https://twitter.com/girlgerms/status/1363687969333280768 https://twitter.com/QuinnyPig/status/1113102554118881281 https://www.adatosystems.com http://THWACK....
ITR Welcomes Kyle Ruddy
February 12, 2021 04:09 - 1 hour - 148 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Kyle Ruddy to the podcast to discuss PowerShell, automation, and Kyle’s amazing beard. Oh and Joe Houghes shows up for some reason... Topics discussed: Community Growth Scripting Working from pharmacy to Computers Links mentioned in this episode: Learn.Hashicorp.com Kyle's Bang Phase
S2E6 - ITR Welcomes Kyle Ruddy
February 12, 2021 04:09 - 1 hour - 148 MBThis week we are extremely happy to welcome Kyle Ruddy to the podcast to discuss PowerShell, automation, and Kyle’s amazing beard. Oh and Joe Houghes shows up for some reason... Topics discussed: Community Growth Scripting Working from pharmacy to Computers Links mentioned in this episode: Learn.Hashicorp.com Kyle's Bang Phase
ITR on JobHunting, Part 1
February 05, 2021 04:51 - 1 hour - 142 MBThis week, Nathan, Vince, & Leon discuss JobHunting and the mental mindset that we think one needs to employ to be successful. Topics discussed: At-Will Employment Mental Mindset needs/wants list Overcoming Obstacles 10x engineers The Quiz Links mentioned in this episode: Dryers English on Audible North Coast Job Seekers Group Join Our Slack space!
S2E5 - ITR on JobHunting, Part 1
February 05, 2021 04:51 - 1 hour - 142 MBThis week, Nathan, Vince, & Leon discuss JobHunting and the mental mindset that we think one needs to employ to be successful. Topics discussed: At-Will Employment Mental Mindset needs/wants list Overcoming Obstacles 10x engineers The Quiz Links mentioned in this episode: Dryers English on Audible North Coast Job Seekers Group Join Our Slack space!