Best Reccomendations Podcasts (2025)

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LF206 The Future of Work: Personalizing Tech Tools with Lovable 23:18

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In this episode of the Looking Forward podcast, Jen Robinson & Alejandro Jaegerman discuss the new version of their Ampersand Consulting website, developed using Lovable without any code. They highlight the positive feedback and engagement they received. They also introduce a QR code generator project for business cards, integrating it seamlessly i…

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CHANGELOG - Terraform 1.13 & Packer 1.14 10:30

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Michael Kosir (Developer Advocate at HashiCorp) covers what's new in Terraform, Packer, and the upcoming conference season. Terraform Stacks in the command line, a Packer plugin registry migration, and a major version for the Terraform Google provider.Podcast Notes:- https://discuss.hashicorp.com/t/important-update-official-packer-plugin-distributi…

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CHANGELOG - HCP Terraform, Vault MCP Server, & Vault Radar MCP Server 22:09

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Michael Kosir (Developer Advocate) and Gautam Baghel (Partner Solutions Engineer) recap HashiDays: London and HashiDays: Singapore, discuss new features in HCP Terraform, HCP Vault Radar, and the release of MCP Servers for Vault and Vault Radar.Podcast Notes:- https://www.hashicorp.com/en/conferences/hashidays- https://www.hashicorp.com/en/blog/bui…

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CHANGELOG - HCP Waypoint Actions & Vault 1.20 24:38

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Michael Kosir (developer advocate) and Meredith Duflock (product manager) discuss what's new in Vault 1.20, Terraform AWS Provider v6, Terraform Vault Provider v5, and HCP Waypoint including enhanced region support, ephemeral resources, rate limit quotes, and the general availability of HCP Waypoint Actions.Podcast Notes:- https://www.hashicorp.com…

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CHANGELOG - Terraform MCP Server & Consul 1.21 29:07

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Rosemary Wang and Michael Kosir (developer advocates at HashiCorp, an IBM Company) discuss what's new in Terraform, Consul, and Boundary including a recently released Terraform MCP Server, transparent sessions in Boundary, and a simplified deployment architecture for Consul’s External Service Monitor.Podcast Notes:- https://developer.hashicorp.com/…

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LF205 From Burnout to Breakthrough: Redefining the Future of Work 17:31

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It’s 2025, and nearly half of us feel overwhelmed by the breakneck pace of change—AI hype fatigue, economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and ecological crises are all testing our limits. In this episode, Jen and Alejandro unpack why 1 in 3 workers are actively disengaging from their company’s transformation initiatives—and how that “quiet sa…

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CHANGELOG - Nomad 1.10 & HCP Vault Radar 23:37

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Rosemary Wang and Michael Kosir (developer advocates at HashiCorp, an IBM Company) discuss new releases like Vault and Nomad on IBM Z and LinuxONE, Nomad 1.10, and HCP Vault Radar as well as updated features to HCP Boundary and the Terraform Enterprise provider.Podcast Notes- https://www.ibm.com/new/announcements/ibm-vault-self-managed-for-z-and-li…

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LF204 To Augment or Replace - That is the AI Question 23:55

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Bold AI mandates. Radical workforce shifts. In this episode, we challenge the biggest question in tech today: Should organizations use AI to augment their people—or replace them entirely? Hear how Satya Nadella’s Copilot rollout, Marc Benioff’s digital‑worker pledge, and Shopify’s “no hire without AI” memo are shaking up HR. We explore how top comp…

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Gameloons Saloon S3 EP5: Daredevil Born Again Episode 6 and 7 Review. Avengers: Doomsday Cast Assembles! 1:45:30

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Exciting news for Marvel fans, as the ever expanding cast of Avengers Doomsday is finally revealed and most importantly there will be more down the line. We also review 3 episodes of Daredevil and despite some issues is still delivering a stellar overall show.By Gameloons

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LF203 AI for Good – Transforming Industries and Lives. 19:22

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In this episode, Jen and Alejandro sit down to explore how AI is driving positive change across industries and communities. We look at tangible examples of AI for Good—from boosting early disease detection with smarter healthcare tools to enhancing personalized learning and disaster response. We also unpack the ethics of AI, discussing bias, transp…

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CHANGELOG - Vault 1.19 & Terraform 1.11 22:04

7M ago22:04

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Rosemary Wang and Michael Kosir (developer advocates at HashiCorp, an IBM Company) discuss what's new in Vault 1.19 and Terraform 1.11, including automatic rotation of root credentials, post-quantum cryptography, Terraform test enhancements, and write-only arguments for ephemeral values.Podcast Notes- https://www.hashicorp.com/en/blog/vault-enterpr…

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Gameloons Saloon S3 EP 4: Daredevl Born Again Episode 3 and 4 Review, Batgirl Footage Leaked! TV Reccomendations! 1:19:43

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In this Episode we speak on episodes 3 and 4 of Marvel's best running TV show Dardevil Born again and its great court room drama. we also speak on the Leaked Batgirl footage as well as some Reccomendations, Including Netflix's Adolescence, Apple TV;s Dope Thief and HBO Max's The Pit. 【Socials】 Twitter / gameloons Tiktok / gameloons Instagram / game…

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Gameloons Saloon S3 EP3: Slate Of Marvel, Captain America 4 and Daredevil Born Again Episode 1 and 2 Review. 1:30:33

7M ago1:30:33

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Recorded 03/09/2025 The Gameloons are back with another episode of the Saloon, and this itme we discuss the Captain America Brave new world movie. Are we sold on Anthony Mackie taking the mantle? Can Sam Wilson embody the standards that Steve Rogers left behind? We also discuss the first 2 episodes of Dare Devil Born again. Is Marvel the ship as Ch…

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LF202 Smarter AI, Smarter Workflows: The Shift to Agentic AI with Omar Butts 24:36

7M ago24:36

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Season 2 continues! In this episode, Jen sits down with digital strategist Omar Butt to explore the rise of agentic AI and how it's transforming traditional process optimization into an intelligent, adaptive workforce. We dive into the meaning behind the provocative statement, "AI is a solution looking for a problem," and discuss how this new wave …

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LF201 What We've Been Up To: AI Agents, Industry Shifts, and Our Vision for the Pod 22:05

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Season 2 is here! In this kickoff episode, Jen and Alejandro catch up on everything Ampersand has been working on and dive into the exciting world of agentic AI. From discussing our latest project, SunnySide.bot, to sharing thoughts on how AI agents from companies like Microsoft and OpenAI are reshaping business strategies, we cover a lot of ground…

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LF12 Countdown to 2025: Resolutions & Predictions 14:20

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As we wrap up Season 1 of Looking Forward, we’re reflecting on the most exciting moments in AI and tech from 2024 and looking ahead to what’s on the horizon in 2025. From groundbreaking advancements by Google DeepMind and Tesla to the rise of AI-powered education and sustainability solutions, this episode dives into the transformative impact of tec…

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LF11 From Insight to Action: The Rise of Agentic AI 21:14

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In this episode of Looking Forward, we discuss the transformative world of agentic AI—where AI doesn’t just analyze or create but takes actionable steps to solve real business challenges. Join hosts AJ and Jen as they explore the profound implications of this next-level technology with two special guests: Doug, who unpacks the strategic potential o…

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LF10 AI Made This Pod: Sort Of 15:07

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In this unique episode of Looking Forward, Alejandro and Jennifer dive into the role of agentic AI in content creation and beyond. From discussing the tools they use, like Descript, to exploring how AI-driven assistants support their workflow, they peel back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes process. The conversation highlights how agentic AI co…

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LF09 Cracks in the Foundation: The Rise & Fall of Middle Management 13:00

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In this episode of Looking Forward, Alejandro and Jen dive into a powerful trend reshaping industries: the changing role of middle management. Once the backbone of corporate structure, middle management is now facing a crossroads due to tech advances, flatter hierarchies, and new approaches to team dynamics. Tune in as we explore: The history and e…

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LF08 Looking Forward to 2025: The Signals Amidst the Noise 19:06

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In this episode of Looking Forward, Alejandro Jagerman, CEO of Ampersand Consulting, and Jen, Director of Operations, discuss key strategies for planning 2025 amidst the noise of today's business landscape. They explore three essential questions: How to equip teams with the skills they need for the future How AI can enhance creativity across all le…

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LF07 Unlocking Product Maturity: A Conversation with Beth Hedger 24:08

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In this episode of Looking Forward, Beth Hedger, Principal of Digital Innovation at Ampersand Consulting, dives into the concept of product maturity and why it’s essential for organizations navigating today’s fast-paced tech landscape. Together with Jen and Alejandro, Beth discusses how product teams can stay nimble, embrace AI disruption, and prep…

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LF06 Pragmatic Optimism: Real Talk From A Small Consultancy 25:21

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In this special episode of Looking Forward, Alejandro and Jen take a step back from the usual business tech topics to have an honest conversation about the realities of running a small consultancy in today’s economy. As Ampersand Consulting continues to face challenges in a post-pandemic world, they share candid insights into the highs and lows of …

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LF05 AI Adoption: Consumers, Integrators & Creators | with Doug Smith 22:52

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In this episode of Looking Forward, Doug, Principal D&A Consultant at Ampersand Consulting, breaks down the three types of AI adoption—Consumers, Integrators, and Creators—and shares how organizations can determine where they fit along the AI spectrum. Alongside Jen and Alejandro, they explore real-world examples of AI integration, the evolution of…

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LF04 Return On AI: Operational Efficiency, Revenue Growth, and Cost Savings 23:00

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Join Jen, Director of Operations at Ampersand Consulting, and Alejandro, CEO, as they dive into the critical question facing today’s leaders: How can you truly measure the ROI of your AI investments? This episode of Looking Forward unpacks the tangible and strategic returns of AI across three focal areas—operational efficiency, revenue growth, and …

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LF03 From Surviving to Thriving: Essential Strategies for Economic Resilience 24:41

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Can your business thrive during an economic downturn? Learn the secrets of success from industry giants as we uncover the strategies that helped Apple and Amazon not only survive but flourish through past crises. Join us on "Looking Forward" with hosts Jen and Alejandro as we dissect the critical importance of continuing to invest in innovation and…

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LF01 Unlocking the Hybrid Work Puzzle: Strategies for Efficiency and Team Cohesion 22:15

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Unlock the secrets to a more productive and satisfying work environment as Jen and Alejandro from Ampersand Consulting dissect the ins and outs of hybrid work frameworks on this episode of "Looking Forward." Get ready to explore the hub-and-spoke model, where centralizing resources at main hubs can streamline efficiency and management but also pres…

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LF02 Revolutionizing Customer Satisfaction with AI: The Future of Business Engagement 9:26

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What if the key to skyrocketing your business's customer satisfaction lies in cutting-edge technology? Join us as we unpack transformative solutions to the pressing issue of declining customer satisfaction in today's digital era. I'm Jen, Director of Operations at Ampersand Consulting, alongside Alejandro, our CEO. Together, we'll reveal how AI cha…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP3: Wuthering Waves Review and Discussion 1:19:49

1+ y ago1:19:49

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In this episode we discuss the newest Gacha game thata hit the market Wuthering Waves. We discuss the story, combat, and characters as well as our history with gacha games and why Wuthering waves might have a bright future despite its launch issues, 【Socials】 Twitter / gameloons Tiktok / gameloons Instagram / gameloons Discord / discord Youtube @Ga…

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Gameloons Saloon S3 EP2: Tekken 8 Is Amazing, Helldivers 2 and The Illusion of Live Service, FF7: Rebirth Reviews and Demo 1:54:24

1+ y ago1:54:24

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In todays episode we talk about the recent fighting game Rennaisance and what it means for the future. we speak on ff7 remake, and its sequel rebirth as well as the reviews that have been crcling the internet. is it an early game of the year candidate. We also speak on the sucess of Helldivers 2 and seubsequently the failure of many live service ga…

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Gameloons Saloon S3 EP1: The Sorry State Of Marvel and The Rise of The DCU. Netflix Avatar The Last Airbender Controversy. 1:57:56

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Recorded 02/03/2024 In today's episode, we speak about the failings of the MCU over the past few years and the mishandling of this practically money-making machine. We also speak on the subsequent rise of the DCU and the positive buzz around James Gunn's budding cinematic universe especially due to its great casting. 【Socials】 Twitter / gameloons T…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP6: Game of The Year Nominees, Modern Warfare 3 Disaster, and GTA 6 is Finally Here! 2:17:32

2y ago2:17:32

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Recorded 11/19/2023 In this episode we discuss Game of the Year nominees(Video Game Awards) Fighting game of the year Modern Warfare 3 situation GTA 6 Trailer 【Socials】 Twitter https://twitter.com/GameLoons Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@gameloons Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gameloons Discord https://discord.gg/UDNEyjHMKK Youtube @Gameloons…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP5: Spiderman 2 Is Here! The Marvels Needs to be a hit! Loki Season 2 Impressions 1:38:04

2y ago1:38:04

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Hi everyone, in todays episode we talk about a few different topics listed below. Gaming Spiderman 2 Cinema Killers of the flower Five Nights at Freddy's the Marvels Aquaman 2 Trailer Television Ahsoka Loki Fall of The House of Usher Daredevil Netflixe's Live Action Avatar Pictures ReleasedBy Gameloons

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Episode 41 - Camilla Martins, Storyblok 34:58

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This episode features Camilla Martins, HashiCorp ambassador and senior SRE at Storyblok.Join us as we discuss how to build continuously learning communities, how imposter syndrome leads to perceived technical challenges, whether or not DevSecOps should be its own term, and what to do in Brazil.PODCAST NOTESLearn about Camilla: https://punkdodevops.…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP4: Ahsoka is Garbage! The Creator Review and Loki Season 2 predictions 1:13:35

2y ago1:13:35

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The Gameloons are back ready to tackle a few topics. First off is Ahsoka which unfortunately is not what we hoped for and is quickly plummeting in terms of quality. We also talk about The Creator, a sci-fi movie about a war with A.I starring John David Washington, A movie that seems to be a rare original IP, Carlos gives a quick spoiler-free review…

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Keepin' It Secure - Episode 14 - NSA's Reccomended Best Practices for IAM Administrators 1:01:20

2y ago1:01:20

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The 14th Installment of Keepin' It Secure features our hosts Rob Barnes (DevOps Rob) and Adeel Ahmad (DevOps Adeel) in person together in the studio for the first time as they discuss NSA's Recommended Best Practices for Identity and Access Management Administrators.By HashiCast

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Episode 40 - Saravanan Gnanaguru, CloudEngine Labs 29:27

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This episode features Saravanan Gnanaguru, HashiCorp ambassador and founder of CloudEngine Labs.Join us as we discuss how he learned about DevOps, the challenges companies face as they deploy applications to the cloud, and places and food to try in his region.PODCAST NOTESContact Saravanan: https://www.gsaravanan.dev/CloudEngine Labs: https://www.c…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP3: We talk Blue Beetle, Ahsoka, TMNT: Mutant Mayhem, and Starfield 1:20:46

2y ago1:20:46

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We finally got another episode going. We talk about Blue Beetle and its unfortunate response from the movie-going audience despite it being a solid movie with lovable Characters, Our thoughts on Ahsoka at its halfway point, and the Star Wars Universe. TMNT Mutant Mayhem and why this was a good starting point for both good and old fans alike. Finall…

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Episode 39 - Adrienne Braganza Tacke, Cisco 49:21

2y ago49:21

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This episode features Adrienne Braganza Tacke, author of “Looks Good To Me: Constructive Code Reviews” and developer advocate at Cisco.Join us as we discuss ways you can improve your code reviews, align on team objectives for review, what parts of review you should automate, and which pastries reflect our personalities.PODCAST NOTESLooks Good To Me…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP3: Barbenheimer Review, Marvel's Secret Invasion Disaster 1:34:32

2y ago1:34:32

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We discuss Barbenheimer and what the weekend ended up giving us as well as Marvel's latest TV show that is not doing too hot despite the potential. 【Socials】 Twitter https://twitter.com/GameLoons Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@gameloons Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gameloons Discord https://discord.gg/M63yukp97K Youtube @Gameloons…

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Gameloons Saloon S2 EP2: The Final Fantasy 16 Controversy 1:25:40

2y ago1:25:40

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Is the recent ff16 game lacking depth? we discuss. #finalfantasy16 #gameloons #videogames 【Socials】 Twitter https://twitter.com/GameLoons Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@gameloons Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gameloons Discord https://discord.gg/M63yukp97K Youtube @GameloonsBy Gameloons