The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a weekly technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from VMware, recently acquired by Broadcom, and within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise.
Episodes
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
n this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we speak with Saadat Malik, VP and General Manager of VMware by Broadcom, about the rapidly evolving world of Edge Computing. Saadat dives into how the shift towards the edge is transforming industries, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and VMware’s role in enabling secure, scalable, and efficient edge solutions. Whether you're an edge computing veteran or just starting to explore its potential, this conversation highlights the key trends shaping the future of distributed computing.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Gain an Edge with VMware Edge Compute Stack: What's New? What's Next?
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Bhanu Vemula, Director of Product Marketing at VMware by Broadcom's ANS Division, to explore the latest advancements in lateral security with VMware vDefend. Available as an add-on to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), vDefend enhances the security of VCF environments by preventing east-west threats, securing internal traffic, and strengthening overall data center protection. Bhanu explains how this solution integrates with VCF to provide an additional layer of defense, ensuring workloads remain secure in today’s dynamic IT environments.
Links Mentioned
- Session: The Conman of the Digital Era — Ransomware
- Session: 3 Cornerstones to Enable a Cyber-Resilient Private Cloud
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we’re joined by Brad Tompkins, Executive Director of VMUG, to explore the power of the VMware community and the benefits of the VMUG Advantage program. Brad shares how VMUG serves as a valuable resource for IT professionals, offering networking opportunities, technical education, and career development tools. We also dive into the importance of community in the tech world—how engaging with like-minded peers helps IT professionals grow their skills, stay updated on industry trends, and advance their careers.
Links Mentioned
- VMware User Group VMUG
- Session: How to Succeed in Business with Communities and Advocacy
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we speak with Vijay Ramachandran, Head of Products for VCF Core Storage at VMware by Broadcom, about the future of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and its evolving role in supporting AI workloads. Vijay breaks down how VCF aggregates core infrastructure components—storage, compute, networking, and management—into a single, cohesive platform. This integration is crucial for efficiently managing and scaling the data-hungry demands of AI applications, empowering organizations to run advanced workloads with ease and flexibility as they navigate the future of IT infrastructure.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Charting the Future of Core VMware Cloud Foundation Infrastructure
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we’re joined by Joe Weiner and Cary Tompkins from SS&C to explore how they’ve automated VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) to deliver Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to their internal customers. By automating SRM workflows, SS&C has been able to offer a self-service model that allows teams to manage disaster recovery without constant support intervention. This approach not only improves operational efficiency but also ensures faster, more reliable recovery processes, reducing downtime and simplifying the overall disaster recovery experience.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Designing and Implementing Disaster Recovery and Ransomware Recovery for VMware Cloud Foundation
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we’re joined by Paul Lembo, CTO at VMware by Broadcom, to discuss how bringing all internal product teams under one organization has strengthened VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). By aligning the teams on common goals, VCF has evolved into a more cohesive platform, enhancing integration, streamlining updates, and improving overall stability. Paul also shares insights from his daily conversations with customers, who often ask how changes since the acquisition will impact VMware’s product offerings. Tune in to hear how this new approach is driving innovation and delivering a more reliable cloud platform.
Links Mentioned
- Session: 3 Transformations for the Smarter Way to Cloud
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we chat with Glenn Sizemore from VMware by Broadcom about the VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Import feature. VCF Import simplifies the process of bringing existing infrastructure under VCF management, enabling faster adoption and reducing the complexity of migrating to a cloud-first model. We explore how it streamlines deployment, improves operational efficiency, and provides seamless integration with existing tools and resources, ultimately allowing organizations to accelerate their digital transformation with minimal disruption.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Deep Dive: Methods and Best Practices for Migrating to VCF
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we talk with Prashanth Gandhi, Head of Products for the ANS division at VMware by Broadcom, about the AVI Load Balancer. Prashanth shares how AVI simplifies application delivery by offering advanced load balancing, automation, and analytics. With its software-defined architecture, AVI provides real-time insights, elastic scaling, and simplified management, enabling organizations to optimize performance and ensure high availability for their applications across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Tune in to discover how AVI is revolutionizing load balancing with its modern, flexible approach.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Deploying Avi Load Balancer
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we’re joined by Victoria Gimma, Principal Cloud Architect at VMware by Broadcom, to explore the evolution from the Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). Victoria highlights how VCF provides customers with everything they need to run their own fully integrated cloud environment—complete with automation, lifecycle management, and intrinsic security. By consolidating compute, storage, networking, and security into a unified platform, VCF simplifies cloud operations, allowing organizations to seamlessly deploy, maintain, and scale their infrastructure with ease.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Demystifying DPUs and GPUs on VCF
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, we’re joined by Christos Karamanolis, Fellow at VMware by Broadcom, to discuss how VMware Cloud Foundation is accelerating data-driven innovation. Christos dives into the powerful capabilities of VMware’s Data Services Manager (DSM), a tool designed to simplify database lifecycle management. DSM automates tasks such as provisioning, scaling, patching, and backup across a wide range of databases, making it easier for organizations to manage complex data environments. Tune in to learn how DSM is helping enterprises streamline their operations, reduce complexity, and fuel innovation with data-driven insights.
Links Mentioned
- Session: Accelerating App Innovation with VMware Cloud Foundation Data Services
- Playlist: VMware Explore Las Vegas 2024
The Virtually Speaking Podcast
The Virtually Speaking Podcast is a technical podcast dedicated to discussing VMware topics related to private and hybrid cloud. Each week Pete Flecha and John Nicholson bring in various subject matter experts from within the industry to discuss their respective areas of expertise. If you’re new to the Virtually Speaking Podcast check out all episodes on vspeakingpodcast.com and follow on Twitter\X @VirtSpeaking.