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The Hedge

Russ White
Networking
Network Engineering
Cloud Computing
Automation
Network Automation
Data Centers
BGP
Computer Networking
Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence
Ipv6
Sonic
QUIC
Productivity
Energy Efficiency
RPKI
Self-Publishing
Blockchain
Telecommunications
Open Source Software

culture eats technology for breakfast

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If you advertise routes into the default free zone (or global Internet), you might struggle with seeing and understanding what they look like “on the other side.” While there are many manual tools to help operators with this process, bgproutes.io giv... more

Synchronizing information across the Internet, at an initial glance, looks like a fairly simple problem to solve. Just copy a file to a host and create a magic protocol, right? Not really. Each kind of data has a fairly unique set of requirements–and... more

We don’t often hear the stories of those who move from some other IT career field into network engineering. Ayush Mishra, a student at University of Colorado Boulder, joins Tom and Russ to discuss why he moved from security to network engineering.

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If you’ve ever been curious about what an advanced degree in network engineering looks like, you’ll want to join us for this episode of the Hedge. Levi Perigo from the University of Colorado at Boulder joins Tom and Russ to talk through what earning ... more

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Recent Guests

Thomas Alfroy
Postdoc at University of Strasbourg working on bgp routing data collection
University of Strasbourg
Episode: Hedge 307: bgproutes.io
Job Snijders
RPKI/ routing security expert
Episode: Hedge 306: RPKI Transport
Ayush Talas
Masters student in network engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: Hedge 305: From Security to Networking
Levi Perigo
Professor and program director, Masters in Network Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: Hedge 304: Deep Dive into a Network Master’s Program
Emily Brown Reeves
Biologist and co-presenter
Episode: Hedge 302: Communications in Biological Systems
Joe Deweese
Researcher
Episode: Hedge 302: Communications in Biological Systems
George Michaelson
Guest expert on telecommunications and networks
Episode: Hedge 299: 6G
Doug Dawson
Industry veteran; author of Pots and Pans blog; consultant
CCG Consulting; Pots and Pans blog
Episode: Hedge 298: The 6G Hype Begins
Nash King
First-time podcast guest and technology professional
Episode: Best of the Hedge 9: Ethics in IT

Hosts

Russ White
Host and frequent voice on networking theory, practice, and industry trends.
Eyvonne Sharp
Co-host; focuses on technology culture, engineering, and industry insights.
Tom Swyche
Co-host/Guest Host known for engineering-focused discussions.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Great podcast, thank you!

    Great information and interviews!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    linux 66
    United States3 years ago
  • most informative podcast for neteng

    Hosted by Russ white! what more could you ask for 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mskhan7
    Singapore5 years ago

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High technical depth may be dense for newcomers, but valuable for practitioners.
Short, sharp dives into network tech with practical insight.
Guest variety helps connect academia and industry.

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Hedge 306: RPKI Transport
Q: How does the proposed ERIC protocol address these issues, and what makes it different from existing transports?
ERIC uses a content-addressable hash-based approach with Merkle trees and relays, so validators fetch only what has changed and can rely on multiple relays for redundancy. It avoids full-history replication and reduces bandwidth and CPU load by targeting latest state with provable integrity via hashes.
Hedge 306: RPKI Transport
Q: What are the core limitations of the current RPKI transport approaches, and why do they matter for operators?
R-Sync transfers a large number of tiny files and suffers from scalability and file-system overhead; RRDP adds full-history replication which can be unnecessary and heavy in practice. Both lead to higher latency, higher bandwidth use, and potential outages during propagation delays, which in turn can impact network security and BGP stability.
Hedge 307: bgproutes.io
Q: What are the future plans and funding model for the project?
It is currently funded by university research and sponsors like APNIC Foundation and OVH; the aim is to keep data public and varied dashboards growing, with potential moves to non-profit or commercial structures depending on funding, while maintaining data openness.
Hedge 307: bgproutes.io
Q: How is bgproutes.io different from existing data sources like RIS, RouteViews, and PeeringDB?
RIS and RouteViews provide data, while PeeringDB provides metadata; bgproutes.io pulls raw BGP and BMP data from multiple sources and offers a unified API and dashboards, enabling cross-correlation and more accurate inferences about AS relationships and routing behavior.
Hedge 268: Will AI take our jobs?
Q: How should entry-level positions adapt in the presence of AI?
Entry-level roles will need to evolve, emphasizing skills in using AI tools, rather than simply performing manual tasks.

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This show concentrates on networking, security, and infrastructure through rigorous, technically-mocused conversations. Episodes frequently explore routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS), data-center design, network operating systems, and the evolving relationship between academia and industry. A notable thread is how education, hands-on labs, and real-world deployments shape careers—from university programs and capstone projects to hyperscale and enterprise deployments—often paired with pragmatic takes on hype versus reality in telecom and wireless.

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