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Russell Smith hosts Petri Dish, a podcast for Microsoft system engineers and administrators looking to keep up to date with the latest trends in IT.
Latest Episode: Meet Reclaim AI: The Intelligent Calendar Assistant
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Meet Reclaim AI: The Intelligent Calendar Assistant
In this episode of Petri Dish, Russell interviews Henry Shapiro, co-founder of ‪Reclaim AI. Reclaim AI helps users manage their schedules in Google Calendar and Outlook by synchronizing multiple calendars and automating tasks like scheduling, rescheduling, and prioritizing events to improve productivity and work-life balance. Henry also discusses the challenges faced developing features for Outlook...
Windows 11 Reimagined: Stardock’s Secret to Supercharging User Productivity
In this episode of Petri Dish, Russell talks to Brad Sams, General Manager at Stardock, about Windows 11, its initial challenges, and the solutions offered by Stardock’s software products to enhance user experience. The conversation touches on the evolution of Windows 11 and the role of Stardock in addressing user needs. Episode overview
Transforming Work with AI: Stephen Rose on Microsoft Copilot’s Latest Updates
In this episode of Petri Dish, Russell welcomes Stephen Rose, a modern work and AI consultant formerly with Microsoft. They discuss Microsoft’s recent announcement regarding Copilot and the Spring Wave 2 features. Episode overview Microsoft Copilot overview Copilot aims to integrate AI tools into everyday work processes, allowing users to search using natural language. The...
The Future of Identity and Access Management with Bob Bobel (Cayosoft)
In this episode of Petri Dish, Petri’s Editorial Director, Russell Smith, talks to Cayosoft CEO and founder Bob Bobel about managing complexity in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and the future of the IAM space.
Simplifying IT: How Action1 Is Changing Patch Management Forever
In this episode of Petri Dish, Mike Walters, President and co-founder of patch management solution Action1, shares his journey from co-founding Netwrix to reinventing patch management with Action1. Mike explains why he and his partner decided to create Action1 and how it is growing to become a game-changer in the patch-management space. Mike discusses the...
Unlocking MSP Security Secrets: Shifting Customer Conversations for Maximum Impact!
Discover the secrets of transforming security from a cost center to a value driver with Harpreet Duggal, the Global Head of Product & Enterprise Marketing at SkyKick. We learn how SkyKick is helping its 30,000 M365 cloud partners to navigate the security space. Gain exclusive insights on how MSPs can shift customer conversations to highlight...
Active Directory Expert Insight: Planning a Risk-Free Migration to Boost Organizational Security
In this episode of Petri Dish, I speak to Michael Masciulli, Managing Director of Migration Products and Services at Semperis, and an expert in transformational IT and Active Directory. He tells me why you should consider consolidating your Active Directory domains, the benefits for organizational security, how to mitigate some of the risks, and how...
Revolutionizing Cloud App Security: Nudge Security’s Innovative Approach
In this edition of Petri Dish, Petri’s Editorial Director, Russell Smith, talks to Russell Spitler, Co-Founder and CEO of Nudge Security, a leader in cloud and SaaS protection. In this insightful discussion, we explore Nudge Security’s innovative strategies and technologies that are transforming how businesses safeguard their digital assets. Discover how Nudge Security is setting...
The Future of SecOps Is Automation and AI
In this episode of Petri Dish, Petri’s Editorial Director talks to Ram Vaidyanathan, Product Marketer and security expert at ManageEngine, about automation in security operations (SecOps), including machine learning and AI, and how they will affect the security landscape and the products and services companies use to protect data and IT systems. 🔗 Links and...
Unlocking Success with Microsoft Entra ID: The Critical Need for App Governance Policy
In this episode of Petri Dish, I speak to Jay Gundotra (CEO and Technical Founder of ENow Software) and Sander Berkouwer (Security Specialist and 15x Microsoft Valuable Professional) about why it is critical to establish an application governance policy for Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory). Links and resources 🔗 Check out ENow’s App...
Unveiling the Hidden Dangers: Understanding App Consent Settings in Microsoft Entra ID
In this episode of Petri Dish, I speak to Jay Gundotra (CEO and Technical Founder of ENow Software) and Sander Berkouwer (Security Specialist and 15x Microsoft Valuable Professional) about what Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is and understanding application consent. Links and resources 🔗 Check out ENow’s App Gov Score for free. 📖...
Behind the Code: Uncovering Why App Security in Microsoft Entra ID is Commonly Overlooked
In this episode of Petri Dish, I speak to Jay Gundotra (CEO and Technical Founder of ENow Software) and Sander Berkouwer (Security Specialist and 15x Microsoft Valuable Professional) about why application security is such a big problem for organizations using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory). Links and resources Check out ENow’s App Gov...