Best Joshua Leslie Podcasts (2025)

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The PowerShell Podcast Hacking Games and Building a Career – Mateus Pimentel

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xmmm9x5nn77hjv9j/The_PowerShell_Podcast_episode_176_Mateus7qt8c.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we take a detour from our typical PowerShell conversations to explore the fascinating world of game hacking with backend services developer Mateus Pimentel. Mateus shares his journey from crafting bots for M…

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Hacking Games and Building a Career - Mateus Pimentel 1:22:51

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we take a detour from our typical PowerShell conversations to explore the fascinating world of game hacking with backend services developer Mateus Pimentel. Mateus shares his journey from crafting bots for MMORPGs to reverse engineering games and ultimately working in online services for a major gaming com…

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The PowerShell Podcast Building Fast Tools and Smarter Workflows with Justin Grote

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/79s6h9dx5axezaj4/The_PowerShell_Podcast_episode_175_Justin_Grote6utkq.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back Justin Grote, a Microsoft MVP and open-source powerhouse, for an in-depth and fast-paced conversation. Fresh off his PowerShell Wednesday presentation, Justin shares the thinking behind…

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Building Fast Tools and Smarter Workflows with Justin Grote 1:00:22

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back Justin Grote, a Microsoft MVP and open-source powerhouse, for an in-depth and fast-paced conversation. Fresh off his PowerShell Wednesday presentation, Justin shares the thinking behind his latest innovations, including the creation of the high-performance ExcelFast module and his evangelis…

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The PowerShell Podcast Building Confidence and Community with PowerShell with Brock Bingham

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/a7x5dxkvagvdwwem/The_PowerShell_Podcast_episode_174_Brockstar63mcr.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Brock Bingham, a longtime PowerShell enthusiast, educator, and community advocate. Recorded live from PDQ Headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah, this episode captures the high energy and c…

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Building Confidence and Community with PowerShell with Brock Bingham 38:20

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Brock Bingham, a longtime PowerShell enthusiast, educator, and community advocate. Recorded live from PDQ Headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah, this episode captures the high energy and camaraderie of a PowerShell Wednesday in person. Brock shares his journey from PowerShell beginner to me…

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The PowerShell Podcast PowerShell, Security, and the Path to Mastery.

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cex9wzj57d5wacxf/The_PowerShell_Podcast_episode_173_Bogdan_Lucas7wae0.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you a special double feature! First, we sit down with Lucas Allman live from the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit, where he shares his journey from podcast listener to conference presenter. T…

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PowerShell, Security, and the Path to Mastery. 1:02:09

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you a special double feature! We chat with Bogdan Calapod live from PDQ HQ, a seasoned security expert and co-founder of Coda, who reflects on his path from hackathon projects to helping organizations secure their environments. Then, we sit down with Lucas Allman live from the PowerShell + DevOps …

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The PowerShell Podcast Growing with PowerShell and Community Support – Joshua Dearing

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9qrrimd2zrdxrm96/The_PowerShell_Podcast_episode_172_Joshua_Dearing8hgpi.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Joshua Dearing, aka Fortress, to explore his personal and professional growth through PowerShell, community engagement, and saying yes to new opportunities. Fresh off his first Power…

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Growing with PowerShell and Community Support - Joshua Dearing 54:20

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Joshua Dearing, aka Fortress, to explore his personal and professional growth through PowerShell, community engagement, and saying yes to new opportunities. Fresh off his first PowerShell Wednesday presentation, Joshua shares the story of how he overcame imposter syndrome, started his blog…

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The PowerShell Podcast Lessons in Leadership from PowerShell Pioneers Jeffrey Snover and Don Jones

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/rha66kvbz3jb5miu/The_PowerShell_Podcast_Snover_and_Jones_Summit_2025_episode_171bs6du.mp3 In this very special episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with two legends of the PowerShell world: Jeffrey Snover, the inventor of PowerShell, and Don Jones, bestselling author, teacher, and longtime PowerShell commun…

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Lessons in Leadership from PowerShell Pioneers Jeffrey Snover and Don Jones 1:08:55

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In this very special episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with two legends of the PowerShell world: Jeffrey Snover, the inventor of PowerShell, and Don Jones, bestselling author, teacher, and longtime PowerShell community builder. Recorded live at the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit, this conversation is packed with personal insights, i…

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The PowerShell Podcast The Powershell Podcast Summit sessions with Adam Rivera, Asmar Fontenot, & Luis Orta

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5wjy2362rqf6xjun/The_Powershell_Podcast_episode_170_Summit_sessions7w4t0.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you another Summit Sessions special recorded live at the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2025! This episode is a celebration of first-time attendees, newcomers to the PowerShell community…

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The Powershell Podcast Summit sessions with Adam Rivera, Asmar Fontenot, & Luis Orta 1:03:43

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you another Summit Sessions special recorded live at the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2025! This episode is a celebration of first-time attendees, newcomers to the PowerShell community, and those discovering their voice in tech. Andrew Pla sits down with passionate IT professionals who share …

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The PowerShell Podcast The PowerShell Podcast Summit 2025 – Missy, Leslie, & Hailey

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/v4fzc97c2bhytixu/The_PowerShell_Podcast_episode_169_Summit_Missy_Leslie_Hailey_ada0n.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you a special edition live from the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2025 — the Summit Sessions! This episode is packed with energy, community stories, and career inspiration a…

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The PowerShell Podcast Summit 2025 - Missy, Leslie, & Hailey 49:26

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you a special edition live from the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2025 — the Summit Sessions! This episode is packed with energy, community stories, and career inspiration as Andrew Pla chats with community leaders, organizers, and first-time contributors about what makes this event and the Po…

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The PowerShell Podcast PowerShell Summit Bar Sessions 2025 – David R

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/w92r2ycvg2xsrt9p/The_PowerShell_Podcast_Summit_2025_bar_session_David_R_episode_168b7gks.mp3 In this casual bar-session chat recorded at the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2025, host Andrew Pla sits down with David R, a first-time attendee with a passion for learning PowerShell. David shares how the PowerShell Pod…

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PowerShell Summit Bar Sessions 2025 - David R 13:26

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In this casual bar-session chat recorded at the PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2025, host Andrew Pla sits down with David R, a first-time attendee with a passion for learning PowerShell. David shares how the PowerShell Podcast itself inspired him to attend and helped shape his scripting journey. What began as a work assignment turned into a powe…

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The PowerShell Podcast PowerShell Summit Bar Sessions 2025 – Frank Lesniak

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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uf4ptjz6r8pihsq9/The_PowerShell_Podcast_Summit_2025_bar_session_Frank_Lesniak_episode_16779siv.mp3 In this episode of the PowerShell Summit 2025 Bar Sessions, Frank Lesniak makes a triumphant return to the podcast. Frank has taken the reigns In this two-sided interview, Frank flips the script and interviews Andrew, b…

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PowerShell Summit Bar Sessions 2025 - Frank Lesniak 24:06

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In this episode of the PowerShell Summit 2025 Bar Sessions, Frank Lesniak makes a triumphant return to the podcast. Frank has taken the reigns In this two-sided interview, Frank flips the script and interviews Andrew, but only after we talk about how his week is going, fine dining, how to grow in your career and capitalize on opportunity, the value…

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PowerShell Summit Bar Sessions 2025 - Steven Judd 38:46

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In this episode of the PowerShell Summit Bar Sessions we talk with Steven Judd. We talk about Summit, Sean Kearney Spirit award, community, career, and more! Steven Judd is a 25+ year IT Pro Links: Get more updates from Summit from LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewplatech/ https://blog.stevenjudd.com/My-Content-List/ https://www.linkedin…

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Discovering the Deeper Layers of PowerShell with Jeff Hicks 46:32

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we’re joined by the legendary Jeff Hicks, PowerShell educator, author, speaker, and community pillar. With decades of experience shaping the PowerShell landscape, Jeff returns to the podcast to share insights from his latest projects, discuss the evolution of the community, and offer wisdom for both new an…

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From Proper Football to Databases with Jess Pomfret 51:22

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we reconnect with Jess Pomfret, a PowerShell and SQL Server powerhouse, LinkedIn Learning instructor, and community advocate. From her early days in England to becoming a respected speaker and consultant, Jess shares her journey into tech, her passion for automation, and the importance of mentorship, curio…

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How to Build an IT Career from the Ground Up with Kevin Apolinario (KevTech) 58:54

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome Kevin of KevTech IT Support, a well-known mentor and educator in the IT community. With a background in fast food and law enforcement, Kevin shares his inspiring journey into IT and how he leveraged mentorship, home labs, and community engagement to build a thriving career. We dive into help des…

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Exploring PowerShell for Physical Security and Automation with Cody Paternostro 37:01

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome Cody Paternostro, a rising star in PowerShell automation, to discuss his unique journey into IT, the power of persistence in learning, and his work on RemotePro, a sophisticated PowerShell-based security camera management tool. Cody shares how he transitioned from food delivery to IT, leveraged …

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How PowerShell and the Right Mindset Can Transform Your IT Career with Steven Wight 45:53

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Steven Wight, known online as PowerShell Young Team, to discuss his journey in PowerShell, automation, and the impact of the PowerShell community. Steven shares how PowerShell transformed his workflow, his approach to solving IT problems, and how he went from lurking in the background to a…

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PowerShell as a Defender’s Secret Weapon with Michael Haag 44:53

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Michael Haag, Principal Threat Researcher at Splunk, to dive into PowerShell security, threat detection, and automation. Michael shares his journey from IT support to becoming a security expert, the role of PowerShell in modern cybersecurity, and his work on PowerShell Hunter and Atomic Re…

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MS Graph and Stepping into Public Speaking with Morten Kristensen 33:49

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Morten Kristensen, an automation specialist and PowerShell enthusiast, to discuss his journey with PowerShell, his experience working with the Microsoft Graph API, and his recent leap into public speaking. Morten shares insights from his first-ever technical talk, the challenges of working…

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Building a Game in PowerShell from the Ground Up with Greg Martin 38:49

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome Greg Martin, a longtime developer and PowerShell enthusiast, who has taken PowerShell beyond system administration and into the realm of game development. Greg shares his journey of building Eldoria, a terminal adventure game written entirely in PowerShell, and how his experience across multiple…

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Building Secure PowerShell Solutions with Jake Hildreth 36:25

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back security-focused PowerShell expert Jake Hildreth for an insightful conversation about PowerShell, security tools, and his continued journey in the PowerShell community. Jake shares updates on Locksmith v2, his work with PowerPUG, and his experience learning new PowerShell techniques to refi…

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Exploring the Power of IoT and PowerShell with Mark Go 54:29

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Mark Go, a PowerShell enthusiast and innovator, to discuss his exciting journey from the Navy to becoming a tech-savvy system administrator. Mark shares his experiences using PowerShell to make his work life better. Key topics in this episode include: Mark’s journey from a Navy corpsman to…

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Streamlining PowerShell Package Management with Fred Weinmann 54:16

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In this episode of the #PowerShell Podcast, we continue our deep dive with Fred Weinmann, a Microsoftie and PowerShell legend, as he shares more insights and tools that redefine productivity for PowerShell enthusiasts. Picking up where we left off in the last episode, Fred takes us through his journey of mastering PowerShell, collaborating with the…

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The Art and Science of PowerShell Module Development with Fred Weinmann 46:36

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Fred Weinmann, a prolific PowerShell module creator, to explore his remarkable contributions, including PSFramework, PSModuleDevelopment, PSUtil, and PSFramework.Nuget. Fred shares insights on developing impactful solutions, such as the KRBTGT module and the evolution of module development…

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Bob Roberts (with Adam Scott) 57:04

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We've got a bonus installment of the Film Fest—with special guest Adam Scott! In addition to his work on Severance, Parks & Recreation, Party Down, and so much more, he's just a genuinely thoughtful and kind person, so we are thrilled to have him back on the podcast. We're discussing the 1992 film Bob Roberts, a satirical mockumentary by Tim Robbin…

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PowerShell Changed My Life... with Adam Bacon. 41:02

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, Andrew catches up with returning guest Adam Bacon. Adam shares an update on his career and shares how PowerShell has played a huge role in helping him accomplish his dream. Guest Bio and links: Adam Bacon has over 24 years of IT experience, 13 of which with PowerShell. He can be found writing on one of his…

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Exploring PnP PowerShell Updates with MVP Gautam Sheth 38:08

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we’re joined by Gautam Sheth, Microsoft MVP and M365 developer extraordinaire, to explore the latest improvements to the PnP PowerShell module and how to get started with it. Gautam shares his unique perspective on automating SharePoint, working with Microsoft 365, and leveraging Microsoft Graph through Po…

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Evgenij Smirnov Talks Certs, Security, and PowerShell Adventures 53:40

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Microsoft MVP Evgenij Smirnov to explore his incredible journey from working as a forklift driver to becoming a PowerShell and security expert. We dive into his insights on certificates, security best practices, and the importance of identity in modern IT. Evgenij also shares his experienc…

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Holiday Special with Gilbert Sanchez: PSScriptAnalyzer, AST, and PowerShell Gifts 1:09:58

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In this special holiday episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we are joined by the incredibly talented Gilbert Sanchez. We dive into the world of PSScriptAnalyzer and use it as a gateway to explore and understand the Abstract Syntax Tree (AST) in PowerShell. Gilbert walks us through a live demo and highlights some powerful ways to leverage the AST to …

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Driving across the African continent in an old Land Rover. Safari guide in the remote Zambezi valley. Classic African adventure stories with Rob Fynn. Part Two 59:26

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Send us a text Driving across the African continent in an old Land Rover. Safari guide in the remote Zambezi valley. Join us for part two as we hear more tales of classic African adventure from Rob Fynn. Rob Fynn's family goes back in Africa six generations. He was brought up in Rhodesia and then at age 18 he left to join the Royal Navy. He was ask…

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Miriam Wiesner on Identity Hygiene, Security Tools, and Finding Balance 40:42

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Miriam Wiesner, a Senior Security Research Program Manager at Microsoft, to dive into the fascinating world of security and identity hygiene. Miriam shares her expertise on the GraphAPI and the critical importance of maintaining proper identity hygiene in today's digital landscape. We expl…

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PowerShell Evolution with Sean Wheeler: What's new in PS 7.5, AIShell, & More! 59:07

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back Sean Wheeler, Lead Documentarian at Microsoft for PowerShell, to catch up on the latest developments in the PowerShell ecosystem. Sean dives into the updates with PSResourceGet, the powerful enhancements in PowerShell 7.5, and the groundbreaking potential of the AI Shell project, designed t…

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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington 50:33

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We're trying to savor the Capra-esque quality of this experience by wrapping up with Mr. Smith. Supplemental materials: James Taylor - You've Got a Friend Mr Deeds Goes to Town trailer Sokovia Accords debate from Captain America: Civil War Thank you so much for joining us again for this series! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choic…

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Turning the tables. An interview with Andrew Pla 34:55

6M ago34:55

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In this episode, we turn the tables and interview Andrew Pla. We explore Andrew's back story, find out how he got started in IT, and discover where his love of PowerShell comes from. We also discuss his journey from community member to advocate to PowerShell MVP. Get to know Andrew Pla! Guest Bio and links: Andrew Pla is the host of the PowerShell …

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Dave 49:33

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Starring Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, and Kevin Kline. This one was a Patreon subscriber pick! Additional materials: an article about the making of Dave Kevin Kline plays Mr. Fischoeder in Bob's Burgers "clever" as an insult in Fight Club Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Joshua Malina & Hrishikesh Hirway

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Jordan Returns: A Fun Dive into Life, PowerShell, and Beyond 55:48

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In this special episode, we catch up with our former cohost, Jordan, and hear about his journey since leaving the PowerShell Podcast. Jordan shares an exciting life update, offers invaluable advice on how PowerShell has shaped his career and participates in our fun "This or That" segment. We reminisce about our favorite podcast moments, discuss a f…

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The Candidate 53:23

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Is The Candidate, in fact, the anti-West Wing? A political story that ends not with a bang, but with a question of existential dread. Interview with screenwriter Jeremy Larner in Brooklyn Magazine The trailer for Downhill Racer (1969) Jerry Seinfeld on Letterman: "You're rooting for clothes." Let us know what you thought of the film! Learn about yo…

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Growth, Grit, and Community with Steven Judd & Kevin Laux 40:28

7M ago40:28

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Steven Judd and Kevin Laux for insights and inspiration from the PowerShell community. Steven shares his experiences overcoming the hurdles of live demos, recounts the highlights of PowerShell Saturday NC, and reveals the story behind his iconic bling and love for puns. He delves into the …

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Driving across the African continent in an old Land Rover. Safari guide in the remote Zambezi valley. Classic African adventure stories with Rob Fynn. 1:10:45

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Send us a text Driving across the African continent in an old Land Rover. Safari guide in the remote Zambezi valley. Join us as we hear tales of classic African adventure from Rob Fynn. Rob Fynn's family goes back in Africa six generations. He was brought up in Rhodesia and then at age 18 he left to join the Royal Navy. He was asked to leave when U…

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A Face In The Crowd 51:45

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Did this movie predict Trump back in 1957? We discuss the film debut of Andy Griffith in a role so dark, anyone who knows the Andy Griffith show might experience some uncomfortable dissonance. Some goodies that came up in our conversation: The dance of joy from "Perfect Strangers" This essay about the film on the Criterion website Albert Brooks and…

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PowerShell, Microsoft Graph, and MVP Wisdom with Christian Ritter 37:30

7M ago37:30

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Join us as we chat with Microsoft MVP Christian Ritter about all things PowerShell and beyond! Christian dives into his journey to becoming an MVP, his insights on Microsoft Graph, and the impact it's having in the PowerShell community. We also explore the growing PowerShell community in Germany and get an exciting preview of the upcoming PowerShel…