
SQL Server Radio is a Podcast for SQL Server DBAs, database developers, architects, system administrators, and anyone else who is interested in the Microsoft SQL Server platform and the Microsoft data platform in general. As the data world changes, we also occasionally talk about other platforms and services like Azure and Amazon cloud services, Elastic Search, Hadoop, MongoDB, Machine Learning, a... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 180 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsTech NewsTechnology | |||

Guy and Eitan go over Paul Randal's article of "Top Ten SQL Server Performance Tuning Best Practices" (published in last March), and add their own input.
We also talk about considerations of upgrading SQL Server to 2025, and we also learn something... more
Guy talks about an interesting incident involving performance problems in a virtual environment.
And also, we talk about the SSMS StatisticsParser extension and the question of SSMS extensions in general.
Relevant links:
• vmware.com/docs/sql... more
Guy and Eitan discuss a few new things in the latest SSMS update, and Eitan tells about a very peculiar use case involving transactional replication and AlwaysOn Availability Groups, and Guy talks about a use case involving deletion triggers.
Impor... more
Guy and Eitan discuss several very interesting new features recently announced by Microsoft.
Relevant links for more info:
• Stop defragmenting and start living: introducing auto index compaction | Microsoft Community Hub
• Automatic Index Comp... more
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This is one of the most insightful podcasts that I have ever come across! Guy
Just started listening to this podcast. It’s a breath of fresh air listening to y’all. A great plus are the jokes y’all make lool. Keep it up!! Thank you!
An excellent technical podcast for IT/Dev folks in/around SQL Server. Keep up the awesome work guys!
Love these!
Learnt so much.
It was from these that my knowledge of SQL really developed.
Thank you!
Been following the show for a while and love it! Thanks for all the pointers from a professional perspective - please see up the good work and your efforts are much appreciated!
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The show centers on deep-dive discussions about SQL Server, covering updates, tooling, performance, and real-world troubleshooting. Episodes blend practical case studies with technology updates—from replication, optimization, and licensing quirks to AI-enabled tooling and cloud-era DevOps for databases. A standout trait is the duo's chemistry and willingness to critique tools and approaches, offering actionable tips for DBAs, developers, and IT pros navigating on-prem, cloud, and hybrid SQL Server environments. Listeners likely gain guidance on performance tuning, migration decisions, and staying current with Microsoft data platform developments, along with a healthy dose of industry context and humor.
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