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Virtually Speaking Podcast

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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.

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Security has changed. It is no longer enough to focus on the perimeter and hope attackers never get inside. Modern threats are designed to move laterally through the environment using common protocols and predictable patterns. That is why security to... more

Load balancing has been around for decades, but the way applications are built and delivered today has changed the problem entirely. It is no longer just about speeds and feeds. It is about operational scale, automation, and the ability to support mo... more

In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast, Pete Flecha and John Nicholson continue the Advanced Services series with a deep dive into Network Observability. Joined by Broadcom’s Alec Pinkham, the conversation explores how traditional, reactiv... more

In this episode of the Virtually Speaking Advanced Services Series, we take a closer look at Automic Automation and how it helps organizations automate the business processes that run across their private cloud environments.

John Nicholson and I are... more

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Chris McCain
Subject matter expert on VMware security technologies
VMware
Episode: VMware vDefend: Advanced Network and Identity Security for VCF
Nathan McMahon
Avi Load Balancer Expert and Product Manager at Broadcom
Broadcom / VMware
Episode: VMware Avi Load Balancer - Automation-First Load Balancing for VCF and Kubernetes
Jad El-Zein
Friend and returning guest on the podcast.
Episode: VMware Avi Load Balancer - Automation-First Load Balancing for VCF and Kubernetes
Alec Pincam
Network Observability Group member at Broadcom
Broadcom
Episode: Network Observability by Broadcom: End-to-end visibility for modern, distributed applications
Dave Kellermanns
An expert in automation and Agile Operations at Broadcom
Broadcom
Episode: Automic Automation: Application-Aware Automation for the Private Cloud
Belu De Arbelaiz
Expert discussing Advanced Cyber Compliance
VMware
Episode: Advanced Cyber Compliance (ACC): Automating Compliance, Security, and Cyber Resilience for VCF
Adam Hawley
Product Management representative for VMware
VMware
Episode: Advanced Cyber Compliance (ACC): Automating Compliance, Security, and Cyber Resilience for VCF
Vincent Riccio
Friend of the hosts and an expert in SaltStack automation.
VMware
Episode: Continuous Compliance in Private Cloud: VMware Salt
Dale Hassinger
Winner of the hackathon at VMware Explore 2025
Episode: Hackathon Champions: AI-Powered Innovation at VMware Explore 2025

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Too many interruptions by host

    Some tell that John guy to shut up. Constantly talking and interrupting people. So annoying and inappropriate

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AraAvvali
    Canadaa year ago
  • Entertaining and Informative

    I stumbled across this podcast about a month and a half ago. Since then I have listened to almost every episode and repeated a few. I am preparing for VCP certification and some of the episode have been a tremendous help with that endeavor.

    #LUNsSuck

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vince Wood
    United States7 years ago
  • Elevated discourse

    I enjoy this podcast. It has the usual cast of characters/guests doing the rounds on these enterprise tech podcasts from NetApp Communities (now Tech ONTAP), Geek Whisperers, Speaking in Tech, et al. The hosts and guests get to build their careers and I get to learn from them because they love to talk and share. More importantly, Virtually Speaking has clean language, and a more elevated discourse, which only adds credence to the discussion and content. Keep up the good work, Pete.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arthur Kiriakis
    United States10 years ago

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The content is seen as valuable for those preparing for VMware certifications and understanding industry shifts.
Feedback indicates an appreciation for the professionalism of the discussions, although there are occasional critiques regarding conversation flow.
Listeners appreciate the blend of technical insight and personal anecdotes shared by the hosts and guests.

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Automic Automation: Application-Aware Automation for the Private Cloud
Q: What exactly is atomic automation in the context of a VCF environment?
Atomic Automation provides capabilities to connect business processes with infrastructure automation to achieve desired business outcomes, filling the gap between existing technologies.
VMware Data Services Manager: DBaaS Solution for Private Cloud
Q: How do you see DSM's role or how has DSM evolved to fit that role and be this data layer?
It has evolved into a critical piece of the VCF platform, moving beyond just being a database tool to integrating into the broader platform experience.
VMware Data Services Manager: DBaaS Solution for Private Cloud
Q: What is your role inside of Broadcom?
I drive the strategy on how we bring more value to our customer around data.
Hackathon Champions: AI-Powered Innovation at VMware Explore 2025
Q: What role does AI play in your project?
AI, particularly tools like ChatGPT and Claude, were used to assist in coding, testing prompts, and even creating a graphical dashboard for the project.
Hackathon Champions: AI-Powered Innovation at VMware Explore 2025
Q: What is the hackathon and how does it work?
The hackathon takes place on Monday nights where participants collaborate on projects in real time. Individuals can work together both before and during the event.

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What is Virtually Speaking Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This technical podcast focuses on the latest advancements in VMware technologies, particularly surrounding private and hybrid cloud solutions. Hosted by experienced professionals, it features discussions with industry experts and key figures from VMware, now under the Broadcom umbrella, exploring topics like AI integration, cloud infrastructure, certification tracks, and application modernization. The episodes often include firsthand insights from IT professionals and leadership within the VMware ecosystem, making it a valuable resource for those interested in enterprise technology and cloud computing innovations.

Notably, the podcast embraces a community-driven approach, regularly highlighting guest contributions and personal anecdotes, t... more

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2. Nathan McMahon
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