Best H Town Vinny Podcasts (2024)

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The one that started with nipples... 49:55

4M ago49:55

49:55

Recorded 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.By Vince Wood

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VMware Explore 2023

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This 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 …

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ITR on VMware Application Catalog

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Returning to life post VMware Explore 2023, We sat down for a discussion on VMware Application Catalog. Winds of change in IT & DevOps processWe know Richard messed up, Sorry, Even Commander Data has errors form time to timeWhere's the connection between Developers & Operations?Enterprise Bitnami and other components available through VMware Applic…

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VMware Explore 2023 is almost here!

1y ago

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A 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.…

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Content Creation in 2022 with DataCenterDude

2+ y ago

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This 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 SlackBy Vince Wood

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Machine Learning with Frank Denneman 1:26:14

2+ y ago1:26:14

1:26:14

A 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 A…

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Across the Wires, Beyond the Console... 1:09:57

2+ y ago1:09:57

1:09:57

This 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 titl…

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Certifications with DevOps Rob 57:21

3y ago57:21

57:21

Topics 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)…

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AR/VR with Alan Renouf 1:22:57

3y ago1:22:57

1:22:57

This 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 H…

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Apple released new Macs... and we have opinions... 1:26:43

3y ago1:26:43

1:26:43

Nathan, 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!By Vince Wood

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ITR Welcomes Wes Milliron & Carl Capozza, Part 2 50:42

3y ago50:42

50:42

Continuing 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 …

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ITR Welcomes Wes Milliron & Carl Capozza 27:59

3y ago27:59

27:59

In 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 conv…

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Fear not, the Cloud Migration. 56:40

3y ago56:40

56:40

This 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 Cl…

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AR/ VR - What, Why, & Practical uses 48:33

3y ago48:33

48:33

This 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 menti…

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Book Promo: Practical Automation with PowerShell by Matthew Dowst 37:59

3y ago37:59

37:59

This 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 week…

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IT Burnout with Eric Lee 58:33

3y ago58:33

58:33

This 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 Bur…

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“Hands-On IT to CIO, Lessons Learned”, The Long Version, Part 2 47:19

3y ago47:19

47:19

Continuing 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 StatsBy Vince Wood

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“Hands-On IT to CIO, Lessons Learned”, The Long Version, Part 1 44:53

3y ago44:53

44:53

This 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 ex…

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2021 Mental Health Mindfulness 1:04:01

3y ago1:04:01

1:04:01

This 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 …

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ITR Welcomes Anwar Khan 53:30

3y ago53:30

53:30

This 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 …

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Virtual vs In-Person events 55:33

3y ago55:33

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Topics 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 considerati…

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Information Technology in Cars 49:58

3y ago49:58

49:58

This 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 SlackBy Vince Wood

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Habits & Changes post COVID Lockdown 43:09

3y ago43:09

43:09

This 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 …

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ITR 2021 Mid Year Update 9:16

3y ago9:16

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Lots 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.By Vince Wood

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EUC, Demotivation Challenges, and oh yeah, Welcome Matt Heldstab! 1:03:10

3y ago1:03:10

1:03:10

This 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 EngagementBy Vince Wood

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VARs! No, not variables. Value Added Resellers. 1:03:16

3+ y ago1:03:16

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This 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 V…

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Get your next project approved! 1:13:09

3+ y ago1:13:09

1:13:09

This 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 QuizBy Vince Wood

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Kev Johnson almost summoned Tim Davis, Beetlejuice style... 57:07

3+ y ago57:07

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This 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!…

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When Brian Graf gets bored... 1:08:49

3+ y ago1:08:49

1:08:49

This 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…

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The Final installment of Nathan hates PowerShell? 51:25

3+ y ago51:25

51:25

This 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…

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"Anything Goes" April 2021 1:03:50

3+ y ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Topics 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 …

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ITR on JobHunting, Part 4 1:12:24

3+ y ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Topics 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 differe…

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ITR on Hands-on Learning with William Lam 1:26:00

3+ y ago1:26:00

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Topics 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 LabsBy Vince Wood

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Ticket Systems... They're everywhere & you need one. 1:00:57

3+ y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Topics 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…

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ITR on JobHunting, Part 3 1:21:17

3+ y ago1:21:17

1:21:17

Continuing 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 T…

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ITR on Veeam Vanguard 55:23

3+ y ago55:23

55:23

Topics 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 wit…

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Welcome Marino Wijay & Let's talk VMware Tanzu 1:06:21

3+ y ago1:06:21

1:06:21

This 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 QuizBy Vince Wood

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ITR on Job Hunting, Part 2 1:18:47

3+ y ago1:18:47

1:18:47

This 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/girlger…

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ITR Welcomes Kyle Ruddy 1:20:52

3+ y ago1:20:52

1:20:52

This 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…

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ITR on JobHunting, Part 1 1:17:18

3+ y ago1:17:18

1:17:18

This 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!…

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ITR Welcomes Bryan Sullins to the show 1:05:23

3+ y ago1:05:23

1:05:23

This week we welcome Bryan Sullins to IT Reality to discuss the 6 year loop, the VMUG connection, #HOTTAKES, More PowerShell anger, and the love of Automation and IT. Links mentioned in this episode: The Six Year Rule Dude Perfect Example Dunning-Kruger Effect VMUG Regional UserConsBy Vince Wood

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Everybody has a story! with Cody DeArkland 1:01:02

3+ y ago1:01:02

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This week we are extremely happy to welcome Cody De Arkland to the podcast to discuss his wealth of knowledge and information to help us all be better people. Cody DeArkland Intro How did you get into IT? How did you find what interests you? How did you create a career about this? How do you create a practice of learning? You’ve been on some other …

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Unexpected Leadership Change 1:08:41

3+ y ago1:08:41

1:08:41

This week we welcome Jeff Goodall, Rachel Leekin, Matt Crape, and Richard Kenyan to discuss how we work through leadership changes. Pat Gelsinger leaving VMware, going to Intel Unexpected change can lead to shock with employees. Great leaders do their part to reassure and support. Great leaders build great relationships. Understanding expectations …

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Information Security 1:12:05

3+ y ago1:12:05

1:12:05

Topics discussed: IOT security Information Security is a People Problem, not a process or technical problem, most often YOU are part of security! Usable Security Policy is Key Balanced, Reasonable, understandable Deployment method: Secure first! Security Certification: CISSP & Security+ Security+ is an appetizer but may get the attention of a hirin…

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ITR 2020 Final Bonus episode. THANK YOU! 20:20

3+ y ago20:20

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Thanks to ALL who have participated this year. We are working on some great content for next year as well as some other improvements. We hope everyone had a great holiday and look forward to sharing more with you in 2021.By Vince Wood

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Stop, Blevins Time! 1:07:18

3+ y ago1:07:18

1:07:18

This week we welcome Guest Co-Host Caitlin Allison, Richard Kenyan, and star guest Amanda Blevins. Let’s delve into the mind of Amanda. Enjoy the adventure with us… Topics discussed: Snowboarding in Colorado Florida is pretty dang flat… That sweet, sweet 8088 Speaking at VMUGs The importance of User-groups for one's career Links mentioned in this e…

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#vLadies 1:31:31

3+ y ago1:31:31

1:31:31

vLadies is an amazing movement in the #vCommunity. In this episode, we have the privilege to talk to some amazing members of the movement to find out what it’s all about, and what we can do as a community to help. Note: Some audio distortion was found in editing and is being dealt with so please forgive us. Topics discussed: vLadies Group Intro Iss…

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Welcome Aaron Buley to ITR! 1:31:52

4y ago1:31:52

1:31:52

Discussion with Aaron Buley about what a product manager is, how podcasting can be easy, and all things #CoolTech. Topics discussed: Podcasting IOT AI ML Lidar Deep stuff Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.businessinsider.com/dell-dude-ben-curtis-today-2014-10 https://anchor.fm/techbreakfast https://www.youtube.com/user/marquesbrownlee ht…

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Part 2 of Anything Goes from last week... 1:02:55

4y ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Recorded on Wed Nov 4th, 2020, a group of friends discuss different stories of things going wrong, right, and everything in-between. No topic is off-topic. Topics discussed: When IT goes wrong... Stories to learn from Helping Junior team members Links mentioned in this episode: Join ITR Slack and participate in the next after show fun or other conv…

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The Answer to Life, the Universe, and Everything... at least in the ITR World. 52:25

4y ago52:25

52:25

Recorded on Wed Nov 4th, 2020, a group of friends discuss different stories of things going wrong, right, and everything in-between. No topic is off-topic. Topics discussed: Moral/Ethical challenges in IT. Teammates handling holiday needs Fire, Flood, & Blood Stories… Links mentioned in this episode: https://twitter.com/QuinnyPig/status/12914110656…

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