Best Deepthinking Podcasts (2025)

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DeepThink AI and Kubernetes 1:03:51

27d ago1:03:51

1:03:51

We springboard from DeepThinking AI and have a robust conversation about what impact DeepThink is having on the industry. We also discuss where we see things going into the dilemma of people building AI infrastructure and working to do that quickly, robustly and with strong governance. This is necessary to ensure that they can quickly update and ma…

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HA Troubleshooting [Tech Ops] 55:56

4d ago55:56

55:56

This episode of the TechOps series goes into high availability troubleshooting. Not just high availability, not just troubleshooting, but actually talking through what it takes to manage and maintain and fix HA systems. This is part of a longer discussion we've been having and so there's some really interesting ideas in the middle of these discussi…

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Is 2025 even harder than we expected? 1:04:48

6d ago1:04:48

1:04:48

We review 2025 predictions today and dig into why I think this year is going to be both boring and terrifying for a lot of enterprise IT leaders. That, of course, spans Amazon, Reinvent storage, VMware, AI, and Agentic AI - we run the gamut on what is coming and why this is actually going to be a very challenging year.Transcript: https://otter.ai/u…

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The Many Bits of Quantum State 46:45

11d ago46:45

46:45

In this episode, we dive into all things quantum computing, starting from the idea that Microsoft managed to put a new quantum silicon chip together. We go all over quantum from compute to entanglement and everything in between.Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/Tt282iKZEkt5nL3C3zCDf_-pEIE?utm_source=copy_urlReferences:https://naumanahmad86.medium.com/…

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Kubernetes on Prem vs Cloud 48:57

16d ago48:57

48:57

We step back in this episode of our Tech Ops series and talk about cloud self managed infrastructure and how you balance the competing concerns. We started from a report that RackN had commissioned talking about on premises Kubernetes, and mixing that into your IT infrastructure. Can you have a cloud broker? Can you do multi cloud, some sort of tri…

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Writing Great Test Scripts [TechOps] 52:11

30d ago52:11

52:11

We deep dive into something seemingly very small, but with a lot of repercussions for how you manage and run a data center, and that is test scripts for servers. As you're going through a production cycle or a provisioning cycle, how do you test? What do you test? This topic was from a Reddit thread that we answered and then had a whole hour conver…

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HA in DRP [TechOps] 58:52

1M ago58:52

58:52

Today we dive into RackN high availability technology and what we did to build consensus based raft HA capabilities directly into Digital Rebar. This is one of those episodes where we are talking specifically and only about Digital Rebar, so it is a vendored conversation from that perspective.If you are building HA systems, or are interested in how…

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Gitops and Immutability 50:58

1M ago50:58

50:58

The cloud2030 Tech Ops series is an ongoing discussion for us to create what I think of as 200 level content for tech and operations leaders, exploring really complex, deep topics in a thoughtful way to really extend your knowledge base and capabilities in the data center and infrastructure space. Today's episode talks about gitops and immutability…

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KubeVirt in the Enterprise 32:23

2M ago32:23

32:23

This is one of those fun conversations where we're really diving not just into the tech but the enterprise consumption of the tech and how people are thinking about it. How does technology like Kubernetes evolve and get used in ways that the community is not thinking about and find a whole new path for adoption and commercialization?If this is goin…

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Why is adding LLM into an App so hard? 50:29

2M ago50:29

50:29

We talk about current events, the acquisition of data stacks and the closing of the HashiCorp acquisition by IBM. Later, we dive into the productivity of AI and what's going on - are companies really getting the benefits that they expect from AI chat bot integrations and what the challenges are? We touch base on a little bit of something more infra…

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Virtualization in Containers (KubeVirt, OpenShift Virtualization) 38:46

3M ago38:46

38:46

In this episode, we dive deeper into the new architectural trends for infrastructure designers in this coming decade, which is a transition from virtualization platforms first like VMware into containerized platforms first. But this time, we talk through the use of virtualization in containerized systems - keeping VMs but with what changes are nece…

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Ep 44: Truth and Manipulation in Wicked Part 1 54:59

3M ago54:59

54:59

In this episode we dive into Wicked: Part 1 and the deeper themes behind its story. Beyond the spectacle and music, we explore what it truly means to be "wicked" and how narratives shape our self-perception. The conversation unpacks the dangers of always seeing ourselves as the hero, the power of institutions to control truth, and the ways fear and…

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Ep 43: Fighting for Reconciliation 58:06

3M ago58:06

58:06

This episode about fighting for reconciliation is a continuation on the discussion about Ender's Game. In this conversation we discuss how fear and ego can stifle curiosity, particularly in religious spaces where certainty is prized over open exploration. We also touch on the importance of self-reflection in fighting for what’s right, highlighting …

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Symbolic AI 51:01

3M ago51:01

51:01

We discuss Symbolic AI via LLMs for advanced reasoning in manufacturing and real-time analytics. Key points included leveraging symbolic representations and algebraic equations, utilizing knowledge graphs to improve model accuracy, and exploring agentic AI frameworks with specialized agents working together using swarm intelligence principles to ta…

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Software Defined Edge 49:28

5M ago49:28

49:28

We revisit edge infrastructure and the motivations behind building and managing edge infrastructure with an unusual take. In this case, we ask ourselves if all of these edge devices are becoming more software defined or becoming more standardized, off the shelf component tree. And will that change how we look at managing and running edge infrastruc…

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UEFI Secure Boot Issue Discussion 45:10

5M ago45:10

45:10

We explore the certificate issue in which secure boot is potentially compromised because of certificates that have been compromised in ways they could be easily used as for an attack vector. This is a very significant flaw and something that should be on your purview and radar to fix. We're going to talk about what the issue is, why it's important,…

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Nonviolent Communication [Book Club] 38:31

5M ago38:31

38:31

Today we go back to our book club and talk about Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg. It's really foundational work that has elements pulled into a lot of other books that we've already discussed, and I think it’s essential for people who are looking to be better leaders. It’s also great to learn how to communicate with more empathy, to …

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Ep 42: Ethics and Leadership in Ender’s Game 1:03:34

5M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

In this episode, we explore Ender’s Game, the cinematic adaptation of Orson Scott Card’s novel. Following Ender’s rise as a brilliant strategist, we unpack the moral weight of his decisions, the manipulation of truth, and the devastating consequences of war. Using our SMART framework, we examine the ethics of leadership, the role of fear in shaping…

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State Of VCs 55:39

5M ago55:39

55:39

We dive deep into the current state of the venture capital (VC) market, exploring the significant shifts and challenges faced by entrepreneurs and investors alike in the post-COVID landscape.Key topics discussed include:The decline in the allure of VC funding and the impact of "pump and flip" modelsThe market volatility and caution among venture fi…

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BootC created Bare Metal Containers [TechOps] 53:06

5M ago53:06

53:06

We dive deep into the technical details of BootC - a Red Hat-led technology that uses container-like definitions to describe machine boot processes. BootC is an important development, especially as companies embrace containers and seek a unified approach to machine configuration. RackN CTO, Greg Althaus, provides an in-depth overview of how BootC w…

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Reading Logs And Events [TechOps Series] 11:23

6M ago11:23

11:23

This episode explores the challenges of processing events and logs in technical operations. The discussion covers the importance of understanding the intent and purpose of building systems downstream from eventing and logging systems. Key topics include the trade-offs between real-time and delayed event processing, the principle of least privilege,…

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Logging [TechOps Series] 51:19

6M ago51:19

51:19

We dive deep into logging, tracing, metrics, observability, with a specific filter for automation and systems and infrastructure. There's a real challenge here of how you capture information from a running system in a way that provides the right information at the right time. That fundamentally is the question that we are working to answer througho…

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Eve Of A Nuclear Renaissance? 48:26

6M ago48:26

48:26

Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pebble-bed_reactorDo nuclear power and a potential renaissance in nuclear power, driven by the voracious power demands for data centers, have the potential of becoming accepted, local and an economic boom for communities? If you're scratching your head thinking, no way, maybe this conversation will change yo…

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Reading Logs And Events [Techops] 11:23

6M ago11:23

11:23

This TechOps episode explores the challenges of processing events and logs in technical operations. The discussion covers the importance of understanding the intent and purpose of building systems downstream from eventing and logging systems. Key topics include the trade-offs between real-time and delayed event processing, the principle of least pr…

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Training Small LLMs 1:00:49

7M ago1:00:49

1:00:49

In this episode, we dive deep into the emerging world of building and training small language models. We'll discuss the benefits, risks, and challenges companies face as they work to create more targeted and efficient AI models. From managing hardware and power requirements to ensuring data privacy and governance, we'll cover the key considerations…

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Process: Good, Bad And Ugly 56:20

7M ago56:20

56:20

This podcast episode explores the challenges of process improvement in IT operations, using examples from data centers, automotive, and cybersecurity. The discussion covers the slow evolution of secure boot, the difficulties cloud providers face in translating their processes to the broader market, and the emergence of vehicle-to-anything ecosystem…

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Containers Manager [TechOps] 50:18

7M ago50:18

50:18

In this episode, we continue our TechOps series, diving deep into the topic of container management. As containers become increasingly mainstream, the need to effectively manage and orchestrate these lightweight, purpose-built environments is crucial. We'll explore the distinctions between container management and orchestration, discussing the diff…

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Supply Chain Security [Tech Ops] 17:17

7M ago17:17

17:17

In this episode, we dive deep into a recent and highly sophisticated SSH intrusion attack that was discovered in the Linux kernel. We'll discuss how the attackers were able to inject a backdoor into a critical compression library, leveraging social engineering tactics to become a trusted maintainer over several years. The attack was designed to byp…

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Ep 41: Sequel Fatigue and Parallels to the Church’s Journey 45:44

7M ago45:44

45:44

This episode was sparked by the number of recent movies and sequels that just ended up being disappointing. We dive into the factors that may contribute to the production of bad movies (quality and content wise) and the challenges the audience may face in navigating them. At the end we turn the conversation to an unexpected comparison—the church's …

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Software Bill of Materials [TechOps 006] 43:16

8M ago43:16

43:16

A software bill of materials is the idea that we can define and document exactly what goes into a system. We look at governance today and SBOMs as we put it together, both from a software and an operation side. From an operations perspective, it truly is a big challenge. This conversation is a little bit more theoretical than some of the TechOps di…

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Advanced SSH [TechOps] 50:29

8M ago50:29

50:29

SSH and Secure Shell is one of those topics that people take for granted because it is a ubiquitous way to log in and access systems. True to form for the TechOps series, though, we break that down into much more detailed and granular components. We talk about how to secure it and what best practices are. We also discuss how to use it for tunneling…

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High Availability [TechOps Series] 47:55

8M ago47:55

47:55

Is high availability always a good thing? Today our discussion takes an operations perspective. We look at places where you were over or under committing high availability, where you were confusing disaster recovery for high availability, and perhaps even securing the wrong service or looking at it the wrong way. We cover all of these scenarios wit…

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Ep 40: Power and Control in Rollerball 1:01:27

8M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

In this episode, we explore the 1975 sci-fi film Rollerball through our SMART framework, focusing on its portrayal of a dystopian future where corporations control everything, including the brutal sport at the center of the story. We discuss the journey of Jonathan E., a superstar athlete caught in the deadly corporate-controlled sport, who struggl…

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AI And Digital Twins 1:01:40

8M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

We dive into AI, manufacturing and how to improve manufacturing outcomes by better analyzing data. If you are interested in manufacturing or advanced applications of AI and digital twins - which is where we create accurate representations of physical items - this episode will hit all of your favorite topics!Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/xNB0GZQXB4…

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UEFI Trust & Secure Boot Issue 45:59

9M ago45:59

45:59

We explore the UEFI certificate issue in which secure boot is potentially compromised. Certificates that are included in most UEFI BIOSes have been compromised in ways that could easily be used as an attack vector, a very significant flaw and something that should be on your purview and radar to fix and patch. We're going to talk about what the iss…

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AI Platform Consolidation & Walled Gardens 50:17

9M ago50:17

50:17

We discuss the impact AI and data sovereignty data protection will have on platforms, consolidated management of your data like in Office by Microsoft or Google, on premises, and systems. This includes a whole bunch of data that you will want to use to train AI models to improve your day to day operations, but you probably don't want a lot of vendo…

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Two But Rule by John Wolpert [Book Discussion] 52:19

9M ago52:19

52:19

This episode is one of our book club episodes starring John Walpole, who wrote the Two But Rule, which is very tongue in cheek while also very serious about momentum thinking and using a negative bouncy discussion pattern. I like to think of it as a bouncy discussion pattern to really explore ideas and drive ideation in a positive way by asking and…

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Crowd Strike vs Operations Responsibility 51:33

9M ago51:33

51:33

This episode explores the intersection of infrastructure automation and security through the lens of the Crowd Strike outage. We'll discuss the tension between maintaining stable, reliable data center infrastructure and the need to embrace change and innovation.Recent events like the CrowdStrike outage demonstrate the paradox that infrastructure te…

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Ep 39: Family Bonds in The Mitchells vs. The Machines 1:00:08

9M ago1:00:08

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In this episode, we dive into The Mitchells vs. The Machines, exploring how this animated film cleverly critiques our reliance on technology while also reflecting on family dynamics. Katie Mitchell, an aspiring filmmaker, has her relationship with her family tested when their road trip collides with a tech apocalypse. Through Katie and her father R…

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Containers And Walled Gardens 32:36

9M ago32:36

32:36

We start talking about walled gardens and the momentum and push that causes us to get into vendor active environments in this episode. This is going to be a multi-part discussion where we look at the drivers of AI in the future. In this case, we used up a lot of time before this recording talking about Kubernetes and what's next for Kubernetes and …

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AI Power Consumption 56:53

9M ago56:53

56:53

Power, electrical power, and how the upcoming trend of AI data centers is intersecting as a load with generation, storage, transportation, Bitcoin mining and mining all use power. These are all highly interconnected in how we use and manage the grid, but are using power in different ways.Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/mszdgZE5_TG_H6lywY6S8-RqPsw?ut…

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Ep 38: Balancing Whimsy and Responsibility with Hook 56:39

10M ago56:39

56:39

In this Father’s Day episode, we discuss the beloved film "Hook." Peter Banning, a work-absorbed lawyer, rediscovers his true identity as Peter Pan after his children are kidnapped by Captain Hook. In Neverland, Peter confronts his past, battles Hook, and ultimately chooses family over career, finding joy in fatherhood. The film emphasizes the impo…

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Hybrid & Analog Computing 41:51

10M ago41:51

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Analog computing is the idea of non-digital computing. Not quanta, but non-digital, basically using analog circuits, either electrical circuits or potentially even mechanical or fluid circuits, to perform calculations and control systems. These are surprisingly common, especially in older devices, but less common in current and modern devices. But …

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Ep 37: Generational Humility and Brave (Mother’s Day Episode) 56:02

10M ago56:02

56:02

To celebrate Mother’s Day, in this podcast episode, we discuss Disney’s Brave and explore its depiction of parent-child relationships. We follow Merida, a skilled archer navigating her mother Elinor’s expectations for her future as a queen, which leads to conflict and a magical mishap turning Elinor into a bear. As they strive to undo the spell and…

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Hello Crypto, R U OK? 48:50

10M ago48:50

48:50

We revisit where we are with Crypto - more specifically where we are with distributed ledger technology or DLT. We give pertinent and real examples of places where the core technology behind Crypto is thriving and making a big difference, as well as has regained its value. We discuss the human impacts of that and what went wrong.Transcript: https:/…

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Silos Vs Systems 51:25

10M ago51:25

51:25

Martez Reed and I have an in depth conversation about the challenges of propagating technology inside of enterprises, this core challenge of selling silos and individual technologies. What Martez describes as beneficial tool sprawl versus building up systems and integrating things and end to end technology. This is what I've been calling infrastruc…

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Surveillance Capitalism [Book Club] 45:11

11M ago45:11

45:11

We dive into Shoshana Zuboff’s book The Age of Surveillance Capitalism. Full of amazing insights, predictions and really insightful work, you can literally scan every page and read something fascinating. You don't need the book to follow today’s discussion. We start by watching Apple's new iPad ad before we dive into the book, and I highly recommen…

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Building Infrastructure for AI Training & Inferencing 31:14

11M ago31:14

31:14

How do you define infrastructure to support inferencing? Today we discuss that and more, including training. We walk through what it's going to take to understand what to buy, what to build, how to build, how to put it together, and how hard it is to actually know what goes into the infrastructure behind an AI cluster. Importantly, exploring why we…

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Out Of Band Management [TechOps Series] 50:50

11M ago50:50

50:50

We continue our TechOps series, this case diving deep and cheap into out of band management. One of the things about out of band management is that it quickly turns into an alphabet soup of protocol names, vendor names, specific pieces and even the way we talk about out of band management. We have different acronyms for the same action. In this con…

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Ep 36: Surviving Tragedy and A Good Person 57:14

12M ago57:14

57:14

Help guide our mission! Offer your feedback and ideas on the Google Form below: Survey: What would you like to see from Parable Arrows? In this episode, Josh and Femi discuss the real life drama film A Good Person. Josh and Femi discuss how to balance accountability with loving support, the cost of living a new life, and why meditating on the world…

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