My podcasts 2018

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Apart from my Kindle and Audible consumption I spend a lot of time listening to podcasts. Whether travelling in the car, on the train, out walking, taking a flight, wherever. I’m not usually far from a having a podcast in my ear.

So here’s my current top listening list:

1. Windows Weekly

The latest Microsoft news with some fun and entertainment along the way. Paul Thurrott’s musing make this podcast alone something worth listening to.

2. The Tim Ferriss Show

Some really great advice, business insights and strategy. Also lots of life lessons that I have found work really well for me. A weekly must listen for me.

3. Microsoft Cloud Show

Beginning to lose it’s interest for me. Becoming too Dev heavy and repeating stuff that I know about. Also, becoming a bit too much of the ‘space nerds’ podcast.

4. Hardcore History

Not a regular event but when these episodes drop I’m all ears. They are are deep dive into history told by a master narrator. If you love history, you’ll love these episodes.

5. Jocko Podcast

Probably too hard core for most. For me it is a great mix of military history and business mindset training. If you have a ‘fanatical’ tendency then give this one a listen.

6. Unbeatable Mind Podcast

Still some worthwhile content but becoming less so for me. Maybe time to put this one on the back burner for a while.

7. Let’s Talk Crypto podcast

An Australian show that walks you through the basics. Needs some deeper content to keep me listening long term but for now a good summary and getting started point for crypto, especially if you want an Australian bent.

8. Microsoft Cloud IT Pro podcast

A lot of news around the MS Cloud but also a lot of snide comments about unfavoured MS services which can be a tad grating given they do have value to many. Short and sweet but perhaps too short? Again, another one up for review in 2018.

9. The Kevin Rose Show

A bit like the Tim Ferriss podcast. Plenty of interesting and different stuff that always makes you think. Somewhat irregular episodes but I am still enjoying what I’m hearing.

I listen to all episodes at at least 2X speed to allow me to crank through most of these episodes in a week.

There are also a few new podcast I’ve recently picked up on that I am still evaluating as to whether they’ll remain favourites. I currently download them all but do I listen regularly? Probably not. if I have missed a few episodes then, after a while, I’ll probably remove them from my play list. Finding informative and enjoyable content is proving harder for me of late.

Since 2010 I have published my own podcast:

Need to Know podcast

which covers the Microsoft Cloud (typically Office 365 and Azure) as well as business topics. I encourage you to have a listen and me know what you think.

So what do you listen to and recommend?

Need to Know Podcast–Episode 173

A solo-cast from me this episode as Marc is busy doing his day job. A bit lonely for the first episode of 2018 but I’ll manage somehow. A quick episode to bring you up to date with what’s happening in the Microsoft Cloud as well as to introduce Microsoft 365 and what that is all about.

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-173-marc-less/

Subscribe via iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send us any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Resources

@marckean

@directorcia

Outlook for Mac support creation of Office 365 Groups

Submit feedback request to Microsoft

SharePoint updates rolling out

Office customisation tool

Availability of Microsoft SharePoint Migration Tool

Azure site to site VPN

Azure Essentials

Apply labels to sensitive files

PowerShell V6 now available

American Kingpin by Nick Bilton

Introduction to Microsoft 365

Need to Know Podcast–Episode 172

Our last episode for 2017. Some reflections along with the usual news and updates from the Microsoft cloud. We take this opportunity to thank our all our sponsors and listeners for the year as well as wishing everyone a great Christmas and New Year. Marc and I will be back in 2018 to keep you up to date with all the latest in Azure and Office 365 in our own unique way. See you all in 2018!

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-172-end-of-2017/

Subscribe via iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send us any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Resources

@marckean

@directorcia

Azure news from Marc

New to Office 365 in December

Whiteboard app

Flow panel in SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Need to Know podcast–Episode 171

Marc and I give you all the latest news and updates from the Microsoft cloud and then we do a deep dive into some SharePoint best practices. However, we are also looking for listener feedback on what you feel were the highlights of the Need to Know podcast for 2017. Send through your favourite bit and we’ll collate them and play the clips on our last episode for the year. It’s your change to relive the memories.

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-171-sharepoint-online-best-practices/

Subscribe via iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send us any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Resources

@marckean

@directorcia

Azure news from Marc

New Whiteboard app

Advanced threat protection comes to SharePoint

New usage reports for Teams

Need to Know podcast–Episode 170

Marc and I are back to give you updates on all the latest that’s happening in the Microsoft cloud, especially around Azure and Office 365. We also do a deep dive into Azure Directory Services to give you a better idea of exactly what it is and how it can be used.

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at:

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-170-directory-services/

Subscribe via iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send us any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Resources

@marckean

@directorcia

Azure news from Marc

Business apps in Enterprise SKUs

New usage reports for Teams

Customer key for Office 365 FAQs

SharePoint mobile notifications

New in November for Office 365

Azure cost management

Need to Know podcast–Episode 169

I’m joined by newly minted MVP Kirsty McGrath to talk about Office 365 adoption. We talk about the Office 365 product wheel Kirsty created and how it helps users understand the full breadth of what Office 365 has to offer. We also cover off the importance of implementing an adoption strategy and having a long term vision when it comes to getting the most from Office 365 in any business.

There is of course the usual cloud updates on Office 365 and Azure from Marc and myself as well as reflection on the recent Microsoft Summit in Sydney.

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at:

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-169-kirsty-mcgrath/


Resources

@kirstymcgrath13

@marckean

@directorcia

Onpoint solutions

Kirsty McGarth on Linked in

Kirsty’s Office 365 product wheel

Sydney Office 365 Business User Group

Azure new from Marc

Microsoft 365 Business now available worldwide

Write your best resume in Word with help from Linkedin

Microsoft Flow integration with OneDrive for Business

Planner Ignite review and roadmap

Compliance Manager Preview

Need to Know podcast–Episode 168

In this episode I talk with Benjamin Elias from Ideocial about on of my favourite Office 365 service – Yammer. We follow up on some of the announcements from the recent Microsoft Ignite and how they will impact the product going forward. Of course, there is also news from Marc and myself on Office 365 and Azure to keep you up to date.

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at:

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-168-ben-elias/

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send us any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Resources

@marckean

@directorcia

@ideocial

https://www.ideocial.com

https://ideoci.al/explain

hi@ideocial.com

Azure news from Marc

Office 365 and Linkedin

SharePoint and OneDrive idle timeout

Need to Know podcast–Episode 167

Marc and I give you the latest news and updates in the Microsoft cloud featuring information About Office 365 and Azure. We also spend a bit of time looking at the new Azure File sync service that Microsoft announced recently. Both Marc and I set it up recent and we share our experience with getting it all working. Thanks for being a listener.

Take a listen and let us know what you think –feedback@needtoknow.cloud

You can listen directly to this episode at:

https://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-167-azure-file-sync/

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send us any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Resources

@marckean

@directorcia

Azure news from Marc

Print and Export come to Sway

Policy tips in SharePoint

New usage scroe in Office 365

Office for Mac preview

SharePoint and OneDrive security updates

An introduction to Azure File Sync