Best Infrastructure As Code (iac Podcasts (2025)

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Policy as Code: Kyverno and Securing Kubernetes at Scale with Jim Bugwadia 42:21

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Most Kubernetes security breaches don't come from zero-day exploits - they come from misconfigurations. While your team runs scanners and reviews reports, containers are already running as root, network policies are missing, and compliance violations are piling up across dozens of repositories. Jim Bugwadia, co-founder and CEO of Nirmata and creato…

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BCS 0: The Start of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People 13:26

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Welcome to the start of our BCS (Book Club Series)! In this episode, we dive into our initial thoughts on the '7 Habits of Highly Effective People' and explore what's in store for the series. We invite you to buy the book and read along with us as we dedicate each episode to discussing a chapter and applying what we've learned to our experiences. J…

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Guest Host: Kelsey Hightower - Beyond Pipelines: Infrastructure As Data 48:51

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Is your Git repo really the source of truth for infrastructure - or just a suggestion? Guest host Kelsey Hightower sits down with Cory O’Daniel to unpack why many teams hit dead ends with CI/CD for provisioning, where GitOps struggles with drift, and when TicketOps helps or hurts. They explore a different model: infrastructure as data with typed co…

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OpenStack Storage Explained: From Hardware to Strategy 39:32

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In this month's installment, we're diving into OpenStack storage: the challenges, the solutions, and the best practices for securely and efficiently storing your bits when leveraging an OpenStack cloud. Proctored by Christian Huebner, Director of Services Architecture at Mirantis, this episode will build off his 25+ years of experience with cloud s…

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Episode 22 - When the Internet Takes a Sick Day: AWS Outage Stories 17:00

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Today we talk about the unexpected chaos caused by the AWS outage and how it impacted everything from smart beds to daycare doors. Join Joshua and Jesse as they delve into the intricacies of cloud dependency, the lessons learned from having all eggs in one basket, and the humorous yet eye-opening stories that emerged from a day when the internet to…

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Guest Host: Kelsey Hightower - Are CI/CD and GitOps Just Making Things Harder? 30:18

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What if your production environment had a live, trustworthy blueprint you could zoom in and out of on demand? Kelsey Hightower guest-hosts a candid conversation with Cory about why CI/CD pipelines and GitOps often break down for cloud infrastructure. They explore a simpler operational model: treat infrastructure as data, lean on clear checkpoints i…

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Episode 21 - Finding Fulfillment: Balancing Passion, Skills, and Income in Tech Careers 19:08

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Today, we dive into the intricate balance of passion, skills, and income in our tech careers. Join us as we explore the concept of finding fulfillment in what we do, discussing the importance of loving aspects of our work while also recognizing the need for financial stability. We'll share personal insights and stories about how we've navigated our…

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Flatcar Linux: A Modern OS for the Always-On Infrastructure 51:21

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Flatcar Linux: A Modern OS for the Always-On Infrastructure In this episode, we dive deep into Flatcar Linux, an immutable Linux distribution designed for always-on infrastructures. The discussion covers the architecture and features of Flatcar, including its self-updating capabilities and minimal attack surface. We explore the use of Ignition for …

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Episode 20 - AI and DevOps: Redefining the Modern Developer's Role 24:01

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Today, we dive into the evolving landscape of software development, exploring the shift from traditional developer roles to full stack engineering. Join us as we discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by DevOps and AI integration, and how developers can adapt to these changes. Our conversation covers practical advice on skill developmen…

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Platform Engineering: Asking 'Why?' with Evelyn Osman 43:56

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Evolving Platform Engineering & The Rise and Fall of Kubernetes with Evelyn Osman. In today's episode of Cloud Native Compass, we dive deep into the world of platform engineering and Kubernetes. Our guest, Evelyn Osmond, head of platform at a Munich-based energy trade startup, shares her extensive experience and insights on building and maintaining…

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Guest Host: Kelsey Hightower — Why IaC Alone Isn’t Enough 39:40

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Ever wonder why strong Terraform modules still lead to long review queues and fragile pipelines? From hand-built scripts and early data center migrations to cloud sprawl and Kubernetes, configuration management has changed a lot - but the core struggle remains: too many decisions, not enough guardrails. Guest host Kelsey Hightower sits down with Co…

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Episode 19 - Navigating Your First Week: Starting a New Job with Confidence 22:55

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In todays episode, we dive into the exciting journey of starting a new job. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities that come with entering a new workplace, from understanding company culture to making a strong first impression. Our hosts share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the first week, build relationships, …

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Open Web Alliance Framework + amazee.io's Lagoon = Fully Open Source Web Hosting 25:04

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In this month's installment of Radio Cloud Native, Bryan Gruneberg, Solutions Architect from amazee.io (now a Mirantis company), walks you through everything you need to know about the Open Web Alliance (OWA) and open source web hosting. He will cover some background in the beginning to set the stage for amazee.io's Lagoon, a fully open source appl…

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Episode 18 - Navigating the New Normal: Hybrid, Remote, and On-Prem Work Dynamics 15:10

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Join us today as we dive into the evolving landscape of work environments! From hybrid setups to fully remote and on-premise dynamics, we explore the pros, cons, and personal experiences that shape our professional lives. Discover what works best for you in this engaging discussion!By Containerized Conversations

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How to Ship Faster with Feature Flags: Insights from Unleash 43:58

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Still freezing code before Black Friday and hoping nothing breaks? Feature flags can help you ship smaller, safer changes continuously—without the “big bang” risk or painful rollbacks. Cory O’Daniel talks with Unleash VP of Marketing Michael Ferranti about how modern teams use flags as a core delivery primitive alongside CI/CD and trunk-based devel…

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Episode 17 - Building Success: Lean Startup Lessons from Base44's $80M Journey 13:15

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Join us today as we dive into an inspiring success story on this episode. We'll explore how the principles from the Lean Startup book were put into action by the founder of Base44, leading to an impressive $80 million acquisition. Discover the journey of innovation, vibe coding, and the power of AI that made this possible. Tune in to learn how you …

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Episode 16 - Leadership vs. Management: Navigating the Forest of Success 16:40

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Today, we dive into the fascinating world of leadership versus management on "Containerize Conversations." Join us as we explore the crucial differences between guiding a team and managing its day-to-day operations. Discover how effective leadership can steer your organization in the right direction. Plus, get ready for our upcoming series on "The …

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The 7 Best Open Source Tools to Deliver Infra-as-Code (IaC) 33:43

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In this month's episode of Radio Cloud Naitve, Sr. Solution Architect, Kevin Ng, of Mirantis is back to share his findings related to 7 common open source-based tools that relate to cloud native infrastructure and configuration management. He will present some background on each of the 7 tools he researched before diving into an in-depth comparison…

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GraphQL, MCP, and the Future of APIs with Apollo CEO Matt DeBergalis 43:07

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**UPDATE** - Apollo GraphQL has kindly offered us a few free passes to join them at the GraphQL Summit in San Francisco, October 6-8, 2025. If you are interested in going, the code is: PodcastSummit25 What if your API layer could help you ship faster today and make tomorrow’s AI workflows safer and easier to build? Apollo CEO Matt DeBergalis explai…

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Episode 15 - Crafting Success: Inside the Minds of Startup Founders 42:39

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Join us in special episode as we delve into the inspiring journey of StrataNorth's founders. Discover the secrets behind their startup success, from bootstrapping strategies to overcoming challenges. Perfect for entrepreneurs eager to learn how to build a thriving business from the ground up. Tune in for actionable insights and real-world advice! A…

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Episode 14 - Unlocking DevOps Secrets with Giancarlo: A Tech Transformation 21:22

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Join us as we dive into the world of DevOps with Giancarlo, who shares his journey from a system admin to an observability engineer. Discover insights on automation, the evolving tech landscape, and the power of mentorship. Perfect for tech enthusiasts and aspiring DevOps professionals! https://containerizedconversations.com/…

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Beyond Cracking the Coding Interview with Mike Mroczka 1:08:35

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Ever wondered how many “perfect” candidates simply learned the test—or how many great engineers get filtered out by bad interview design? Mike Mroczka, interview coach and ex-Googler, shares what really goes on behind technical hiring and how to navigate it to your advantage. What you’ll learn: How leaked question banks and standardized puzzles can…

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Lift-and-Shift VMs from VMware to Mirantis OpenStack with Trilio and MOSK 28:00

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In this month's installment, Michael Tillman, Principle Solution Architect for Mirantis is back and is joined by Kevin Jackson, Sr. Director of Product Management for Trilio. They will both dive into key aspects of migrating off of VMware and onto an open source-based solution like OpenStack. Trilio's Kubernetes backup and recovery tools are the ba…

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From React to Dagster: Pete Hunt on Data, Infra, and AI-Ready Platforms 49:32

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Is Postgres actually a better message queue than Kafka? This provocative question is just one of many insights Pete Hunt shares in this conversation about data orchestration, platform engineering, and the evolution of infrastructure. Pete Hunt, CEO of Dagster Labs and former React co-founder at Facebook, brings his unique perspective from working a…

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Building Better Platforms with Dapr: Abstractions, Portability, and Durable Systems with Mark Fussell 48:39

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Cloud lock-in isn't just about where your data lives—it's about how deeply cloud-specific code permeates your applications. Mark Fussell, co-creator of Dapr and CEO of Diagrid, joins Cory O'Daniel to explore how Dapr provides clean abstractions for common distributed system patterns, enabling teams to build portable applications without sacrificing…

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How a SaaS Org Saved 60% Migrating from VMware to Mirantis OpenStack (MOSK) 28:14

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In this month's installment, Michael Tillman, cloud native workload expert from Mirantis, will walk you through a real world example of a SaaS company that worked with Mirantis to migrate over 3000 workloads off of VMware onto Mirantis OpenStack for Kubernetes (MOSK) - all in just a few short months. The migration was prompted by a massive price in…

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What CVEs Did for Security, CREs Are Doing for Reliability 47:36

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Did you know that software engineers often "learn things the hard way" because they lack a standardized system to share knowledge about reliability issues? While security professionals have CVEs to catalog vulnerabilities, reliability engineers have been left to reinvent the wheel with each new bug or outage. Tony Meehan, co-founder and CTO of Preq…

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AI-Augmented Programming 41:58

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Ever wondered how AI is changing the way we code? Laura and David break it down in this episode of Smart Coding. From real-world examples to the surprising environmental impact of AI tools, they cover it all—with a few personal stories thrown in. Tune in for a relaxed and eye-opening chat. 00:00 Introduction to AI Augmented Programming 01:32 David'…

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Observability for Developers: What You Need to Know? 48:42

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Observability for Developers: What You Need to Know? In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of observability in microservices with Adriana Villela, a principal developer advocate at Dynatrace and an OpenTelemetry maintainer. Adriana shares insights about the importance of properly instrumenting code, managing technical debt, and balancing the …

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The Future of Sustainability in Open Source 47:55

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The Future of Sustainability in Open Source Can open source ever truly be sustainable? In this mind-bending episode, Hazel Weakly guides us through the social, economic, and emotional layers of open source communities. We dig into governance, funding models, trust, burnout, and what it means to scale collective ownership—without losing your mind. H…

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How Replicated Evaluated and Built Embedded Cluster with Open Source k0s by Mirantis 59:07

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In this month's episode, you will hear from Marc Campbell, CTO and Co-Founder of Replicated and his colleague Chris Sanders, Director of Customer Reliability Engineering, as they discuss their company's experience with evaluating various open source Kubernetes Distributions to use when building and launching their new product: Embedded Cluster. The…

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From DevOps to 'Vibe Coding': Gene Kim on AI-Assisted Development and Platform Engineering 56:32

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What if you could turn a five-year software project into a one-month endeavor? Gene Kim, co-founder of IT Revolution and author of The Phoenix Project, reveals how AI-powered Vibe Coding is transforming the way developers work. Kim shares insights from his upcoming book about how developers are achieving unprecedented productivity, including how hi…

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Legacy vs Cloud Native: Is Migrating Worth It? with Special Guest Alex Williams of The New Stack 55:39

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In this month's installment, you will hear from Nick Chase, Adam Parco, and Shaun O'Meara from Mirantis as well as our very special guest Alex Williams, Co-Founder and Publisher of The New Stack. They kick things off with some baseline definitions of both "Legacy" and "Cloud Native" architectures, before moving on to industry trends supported by re…

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Snyk’s Danny Allan on Making Security Developer-Friendly 45:26

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Security often feels like a roadblock to developers, but what if it could be seamlessly integrated into the development process? As software delivery becomes increasingly automated and self-service, the traditional approach to security needs a major overhaul. Danny Allan, CTO at Snyk, shares practical insights on transforming security from a bottle…

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vCluster with Lukas Gentele: Rethinking Kubernetes Multi-Tenancy 40:56

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Are your platform teams constantly saying "no" to requests for new Kubernetes clusters? The traditional approach to Kubernetes multi-tenancy forces organizations to choose between cluster sprawl or restrictive namespaces - neither of which fully meets the needs of modern development teams. Lukas Gentele, CEO and co-founder of Loft Labs, shares how …

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Interview with the Founder: Zero Trust Model founder, John Kindervag 31:59

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In this episode of Radio Cloud Native, former host John Jainschigg, Director of Open Source Initiatives for Mirantis, returns to provide a great interview with one of the founders of the Zero Trust model for cybersecurity, John Kindervag. He has authored many blog articles and much of the open source documentation of Zero Trust, and is one of the m…

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Atlantis: The Terraform Automation Powerhouse 39:32

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In this episode David and Laura explore the world of Atlantis, the Terraform automation tool, with special guest Jose (PePe) Amengual, a core contributor and maintainer of the Atlantis project. We discuss the origins, features, and future of Atlantis, along with its role in production engineering and its integration with various VCS systems. 00:00 …

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Building Real-World Platforms: Abby Bangser on CNCF, Kratix, & Syntasso 53:54

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When organizations grow beyond using third-party platforms, they face a critical challenge: how to build internal platforms that enable teams to work efficiently while maintaining security and compliance. Abby Bangser, founding principal engineer at Syntasso, shares insights on creating real-world platforms that strike the right balance between sta…

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Mark Tinderholt: The Azure Terraformer on Cloud Strategy and IaC Tools 23:36

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Mark Tinderholt joins us to talk through practical cloud decision-making, why he prefers Terraform in multi-cloud setups, and the realities of working with Azure policies, Bicep, ARM templates, and more. Mark is an experienced technologist whose journey began in application development, spanning web and client-server applications to sophisticated d…

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Java for Serverless Functions 29:37

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Java for Serverless Functions In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, hosts Laura and David explore the world of Java for serverless functions with special guest Otávio Santana. Otávio, a seasoned Java developer and Kubernetes expert, shares his insights into the modernization of Java, its ecosystem, and its place in the cloud native landscape. We…

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Dapr: The Future of Microservices 53:09

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Dapr: The Future of Microservices In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, host David Flanagan is joined by Mark Fussell, co-founder and CEO of Diagrid, to discuss the intricacies of Dapr and its role in microservices and distributed systems. They delve into the actor model, the new Dapr Agents, and much more. Creators & Guests David Flanagan - Hos…

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Smart TV Testing Made Simple with Dave Lucia of TV Labs 47:50

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Testing smart TV applications presents unique challenges that traditional web testing approaches can't solve. Dave Lucia, CTO and co-founder of TV Labs, shares how his team built a platform that virtualizes televisions and set-top boxes to help media companies test their smart TV apps on physical devices. Learn about TV Labs' innovative architectur…

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Simplifying Kubernetes Adoption Challenges 37:19

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Struggling to Learn Kubernetes? Here’s How to Stay MotivatedIn this episode of Cloud Native Compass, host David Flanagan talks with Koray Oksay, a Kubernetes consultant, trainer at Kubermatic, CNCF Ambassador, and organizer of KCD Istanbul. From this episode, you’ll learn how to overcome the challenges of learning new technologies, how to find moti…

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TechWorld with Nana and What’s Next for DevOps with Nana Janashia 33:57

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Nana Janashia, the force behind TechWorld with Nana, has helped millions learn DevOps. In this episode, we explore how DevOps has evolved from scripting and configuration management to platform engineering, the growing role of AI in cloud infrastructure, and the challenges engineers face in keeping up with rapidly changing technologies. Nana Janash…

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Interview with the Author: "Project Zero Trust" by George Finney 45:40

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In this episode of Radio Cloud Native, former host John Jainschigg, Director of Open Source Initiatives for Mirantis, returns to proctor a great interview with Zero Trust pioneer George Finney, CSO at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. George is the author of the recent IT-cybersecurity thriller Project Zero Trust with a forward written b…

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Cloud Server-Side WebAssembly 38:16

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In this episode, David and Laura catch up with Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj from Fermyon to break down the latest in WebAssembly. They’ll cover how it’s changing cloud computing, what’s new with Spin and WASI, and why devs should care. Tune in for some great insights! Click here to watch a video of this episode. Creators & Guests David Flanagan - Host Laura…

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Trust, Lock-in, And Better Infrastructure Management 1:03:05

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Why do 70% of organizations still struggle to adopt infrastructure as code? Sören Martius, CPO and co-founder of Terramate, joins Cory O'Daniel to tackle the challenges of modern infrastructure management and the delicate balance between vendor trust and lock-in. The conversation explores practical solutions for common infrastructure challenges, fr…

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Infrastructure Complexity and the Cloud Cost Dilemma with Thomas S Hatch 22:41

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Thomas Hatch has spent years building and scaling infrastructure, from the early days of SaltStack to watching Kubernetes and microservices reshape the industry. In this episode, he shares how automation has changed operations at scale and why some companies are rethinking their cloud strategy. About the Guest Thomas is currently the CEO of a steal…

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Cost-Effective Cloud Native Infrastructure Strategy: Zero Lock-In, Vendor Neutral VMware Alternatives 23:28

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In this episode, Solution Architecture Manager for Mirantis, Michael Tillman, is back to break down the leading VMware alternative solutions designed to control cloud costs and eliminate all forms of vendor lock-in by leveraging open source, flexible, and scalable components and tools. Vendor lock-in can take on many forms, which Michael will outli…

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Meeting Developers In Their Existing Workflows: The Terrateam Advantage 57:02

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Building infrastructure tooling doesn't require massive VC funding or a huge team - just ask Malcolm Matalka, co-founder of bootstrapped Terrateam. Malcolm shares his journey from real estate websites to investment banking to biotech, before landing in infrastructure automation. Learn how Terrateam takes a unique "libraries over frameworks" approac…