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Two Tech Tools

21 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -

Trying to find the calm in the chaos of enterprise information technology. Join us as we share our insights and experiences from our combined 40-year career in information technology. If you are an information technology professional, just starting out on the help desk or in the CIO chair, this is the podcast for you.

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Episodes

EP21 - Solarwinds and Security

January 20, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

In episode 21 the TTT discuss the Solarwinds breach, general security,  and the rise of IT governance and compliance.  The tools also discuss an article from Sensai Enterprises titles "THE CRAZIEST CYBERSECURITY STORIES OF 2020". Welcome to 2021 and a new episode of TTT!

EP20 - The Lies Your CIO Tells

January 06, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

In this episode the TTT talk about the realities of the agile, devops, ITIL, and other initiatives that your CIO may think they are  aligned with, but in reality are not. Listen as the tools talk about common misbeliefs or we can call them lies about how the department is really aligned.

EP19 - What are you watching?

December 23, 2020 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

In Episode 19 the TTT take a break from talking Information Technology to discuss current events and what shows we are watching. Join the TTT is a lively around shows like the Mandalorian, Queens Gambit, Vikings, and more.

EP18 - What's your favorite???

December 09, 2020 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

The Two Tech Tools take a break from the technical talk and discuss their favorites.  In this Q&A session Nathan and Andrew ask each other what our favorites cereal, holiday, athletes, etc... Come and join the Two Tech Tools and learn a little more about us.

EP17 - Ways to Kill Your IT Career

November 25, 2020 07:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MB

In episode 17 the Two Tech Tools discuss the things you may be doing that are holding your IT career back. Listen as the Tools discuss why it is important to attend your company's Christmas party or opportunities you may be missing to advance your career.

EP16 - The State of The WAN with Comtel Communications

November 11, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

This week the Two Tech Tools welcome Pete Kraehmer from Comtel Communications to discuss the state of the WAN.  We will also discuss with Pete other services Comtel provides in the WAN, and voice markets.

EP15 - Guardicore and Segmentation

October 28, 2020 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Come join Two Tech Tools Podcast’s Andrew and Nathan for a fascinating conversation with Christopher Buckley, Director of Professional Services for Guardicore.  The world has changed and the way we secure and segment our enterprise environments needs to keep up with the fast pace of DevOps and cloud based architecture.   Trying to find the calm in the chaos of enterprise information technology.  Join us as we share our insights and experiences from our combined 40-year career in information...

EP14 - The Fluffy Cuddlies Challenge

October 14, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MB

In this short bridge episode, the TTT discuss some current events and throw down a challenge for all our listeners. The Fluffy Cuddlies Challenge!  Beat our high score and bathe in the riches of an Amazon gift card.

EP13 - Are IT Certifications Worth it?

September 30, 2020 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

In Episode 13 of the Two Tech Tools podcast, we discuss the value of IT certifications.  Have you ever taken a CompTia, Microsoft, Cisco, or other certification? The Two Tech Tools discuss their experiences and examine if IT certifications are worth the time and money?

EP12 - Project Intake and Proof Of Concepts

September 16, 2020 06:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

In this episode, the TTT talk about sourcing projects and running technical proof of concepts. How do you determine project requirements, success, and are POCs worth he time and effort?

EP11 - Avant Communications - The State of SD-WAN and SASE

September 02, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

In this episode, the TTT welcomes Bill Franklin from Avant Communications to discuss the state of the SD-WAN and SASE markets. We will discuss vendors such as Cisco, VMware, Cato Networks and the future of the SD-WAN and SASE.

EP10 - The Office 4.0 - Post Covid

August 19, 2020 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

What will office life look like after Covid-19?  A return to cubicles, one-way walkways, and 6-foot distancing? In this episode, the TTT explores what office life may look like once we return to conventional office life.

EP09 - The Value of IT Conferences

August 05, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Do you attend IT conferences, Microsoft Ignite, VMworld, Cisco Live, or RSA?  If so, then this podcast is for you. In this episode, the TTT discuss the value of IT conferences and how to get the most bang for your buck when attending these events.

EP08 - The Frustrations of Working in IT

July 22, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

In this episode, the TTT discuss common frustrations we deal with working in Enterprise IT.  The never-ending meetings and constant change can lead to frustrations and burnout.  Listen as the TTT discuss their frustrations with life in Enterprise IT. 

EP07 - IT Career Paths

July 08, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Following up on Episode 6 "Recruiting for IT" the Two Tech Tools discuss IT Career paths.   In this episode, the TTT discuss common career paths within a traditional Enterprise IT structure.  For aspiring systems engineers, managers, or CIOs, this episode explores some of our thoughts and experiences progressing through our careers in IT.

EP06 - Recruiting for IT

June 24, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

In this episode, the TTT welcome Cyrus Bolden from "Legal Technology Solutions" to discuss how IT recruiters find and place talent. LTS is a leading provider of highly specialized, hard-to-find professionals within the E-Discovery, Litigation Support, Digital Forensic, and Cyber Security industries.

EP05 - First Time Manager, What do I do Now?

June 11, 2020 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

In this episode of TTT, Nathan, and Andrew discuss transitioning from a single contributor role to a manager role. We discuss some of the pitfalls first-time managers experience and some of our experiences over our combined careers.

EP04 - Life as a Remote Worker

May 28, 2020 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

In this episode of TTT, Nathan, and Andrew discuss what life is like as a remote IT worker.   Will this be the new normal as the world grapples with the aftermath of the Covid-19 crisis and businesses rethink their work from home and remote worker policies?

EP02 - Information Technology Personalities

May 15, 2020 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

We all have stories of that one co-worker we tell over and over.  Hear some of the Two Tech Tools stories. In this episode of the Two Tech Tools podcast the Tools discuss some of their favorite personalities from their combined 40 years working in enterprise IT.

EP03 - Preparing for Covid-19

May 15, 2020 03:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Covid-19 hit the world like a tsunami. Listen as the Two Tech Tools discuss their experiences preparing for and working in the new reality of a post Covid-19 world.

EP01 - Getting to Know You

May 15, 2020 03:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Meet the Two Tech Tools! In this episode, get to know the Two Tech Tools with some fun Q&A.  Sit back and enjoy the first of many Two Tech Tools episodes to come.