Cables2Clouds
Join Chris and Tim as they delve into the Cloud Networking world! The goal of this podcast is to help Network Engineers with their Cloud journey. Follow us on Twitter @Cables2Clouds | Co-Hosts Twitter Handles: Chris - @bgp_mane | Tim - @juangolbez
Episodes
98 episodes
The Grass Isn't Always Greener on the Entrepreneurial Side
Entrepreneurship is often glorified as the ultimate career goal, but what happens when running your own business loses its luster? Jason Gintert takes us behind the scenes of his journey from corporate life to co-founding WAN Dynamics, and then...
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Episode 61
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50:44
The Fine Line Between Brilliant and Bizarre Cyber Tactics (Fortnightly News Update)
Tim and Chris discuss major cybersecurity acquisitions and innovations, examining how these changes will impact enterprise security and cloud architecture.• Zscaler acquires Red Canary MDR (Managed Detection and Response) to fill gaps i...
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Episode 37
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25:26
A Conversation About Network Certifications with Jason Gooley
What does it take to write the books that build the backbone of the networking industry? In this energetic conversation with Jason Gooley, Technical Evangelist at Cisco and author of numerous certification guides, we dive into the fascinating w...
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Episode 60
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43:56
Hey Giant Profitable Company... Lay Off with The Layoffs (Fortnightly News Update)
Major tech companies are making significant moves with mergers, acquisitions, and layoffs as the industry continues to evolve rapidly and face new challenges in the market.• Rumors suggest Arista Networks is acquiring VeloCloud from Bro...
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Episode 36
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22:05
Beyond the Firewall: Careers in Cloud Security
When most people think about cybersecurity careers, they envision ethical hackers or security analysts huddled behind screens of scrolling code. But as our guest Brian Eidelman, VP of Cloud Engineering at Oracle, reveals, the reality is far mor...
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Episode 59
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47:29
Has AI Gone Phishing? - NC2C035
The relentless race for cloud dominance continues as AWS reports 16.9% growth year-over-year—a number that would thrill most companies but falls short of expectations for the cloud giant. Tim and Chris dig into what's behind these numbers and w...
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Episode 35
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26:05
From Corporate Life to Freelance Freedom
Scott Robohn's journey from corporate network engineer to successful independent consultant offers a roadmap for anyone considering the entrepreneurial path in tech. After 35 years in the networking industry, Scott found himself ready to build ...
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Episode 58
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49:27
We Nearly Became Invulnerable! (No More CVE) - NC2C034
The tech world gives and takes away as Google introduces CloudWAN while MITRE nearly loses CVE funding, showcasing both innovation and vulnerability in our digital infrastructure landscape. Politics increasingly intersects with technology as we...
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Episode 34
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24:10
How To Prepare for an Interview with a Tech Giant - Part 2
Preparing for a cloud network engineering interview at a tech giant? This episode delivers essential insights from someone who conducts these interviews. Kam Agahian, Senior Director of Cloud Engineering at Oracle, returns to continue our deep ...
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Episode 57
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38:06
Data Center Disruption as Tariff Wars Go Brrr - NC2C033
Geopolitics and cloud infrastructure collide in this eye-opening episode where we explore how escalating tariff wars are throwing data center construction plans into complete disarray. Tech giants planning massive cloud and AI expansions now fa...
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Episode 33
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22:34
Identity Crisis: What is Cloud Networking?
What exactly is cloud networking? This seemingly simple question quickly descends into a fascinating philosophical debate as we welcome back Nico Vibert, Senior Staff Technical Marketing Engineer at Isovalent/Cisco, to tackle this identity cris...
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Episode 56
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46:08
Wiz Goes Jerry Maguire Mode - NC2C032
When tech giants make moves, the entire industry feels the tremors. Google's staggering $32 billion acquisition of cloud security company Wiz signals just how valuable security platforms have become in today's digital landscape—especially those...
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Episode 32
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25:24
Cloud Networking at Unicorn Scale
The story of cloud networking rarely gets told from the perspective of those building it inside unicorn startups, but that's exactly what this episode delivers. Richard Olson, cloud networking expert at Canva, takes us behind the scenes of buil...
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Episode 55
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54:29
Interoperability Dreams: Europe's Bold Move Against Cloud Lock-in - NC2C031
Cloud security threats continue to evolve at an alarming pace, with state-sponsored actors developing increasingly sophisticated attack strategies. We dive into the emergence of China's Silk Typhoon group, which represents the concerning evolut...
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Episode 31
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18:35
What Can AI Agents Do For Network Automation?
Get ready for a deep dive into the future of network engineering as we explore the interplay between automation, AI, and engineering roles. In this episode of the Cables to Cloud podcast, we're joined by Du'An Lightfoot, a seasoned expert and d...
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Episode 54
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48:44
New Microsoft Quantum Chip... For Windows Updates! - NC2C030
In a world that continues to evolve at breakneck speed, staying ahead in cloud networking and technology is imperative. This episode jumps into a whirlwind of recent developments that could reshape the landscape of IT. We begin with CompTIA's u...
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Episode 30
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27:09
How to Perform Cloud Selection for AI Workloads
Sam Zamanian, a principal advisory director at Infotech Research Group with over 20 years of IT and architecture expertise, joins us to dissect the critical decisions surrounding AI infrastructure selection. This episode promises to equip you w...
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Episode 53
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39:03
Maybe If We Throw Money At It, It Will Make Money - NC2C029
This episode dives deep into the ramifications of the DOJ's move to halt the HPE-Juniper merger, questioning whether this action genuinely promotes competition or stifles innovation. We also explore staggering investments in AI from top tech co...
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Episode 29
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26:03
What's the Deal with AI Agents?
The conversation centers on the transformative role of AI agents in shaping the tech landscape. Through expert insights and practical examples, the episode explores AI agents' functionalities, their implications for the workforce, and the ethic...
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Episode 52
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38:08
The Stargate Project, Brought To You by the Underpants Gnomes?
What if Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could be the job creator of the century? Buckle up for a hilarious yet thought-provoking exploration of this bold idea as we dissect the potential economic impact of AGI development alongside Chris,...
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Episode 28
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32:47
How to Prepare For an Interview with a Tech Giant - Part 1
Unlock the secrets to acing interviews with tech giants by tuning into our latest episode of the Cables to Clouds podcast. Join us, Chris Miles and Tim McConnaughey, as we sit down with Kam Agahian, the Senior Director at Oracle Cloud, who brin...
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Episode 51
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45:07
Is Google Cloud On Pace to Overtake Azure in 2025?
Akamai’s journey to regain control of their cloud spending reveals the pitfalls of over-provisioning and the importance of optimized workloads. The episode navigates through significant updates like OpenAI’s transition to a Public Benefit Corpo...
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23:44
How Do We Solve the Cloud Visibility Problem?
Ready to unravel the complexities of cloud networking and observability? Join us for an enlightening discussion with Craig Johnson from Forward Networks, a pivotal figure in cloud network innovation. Craig's journey from an on-premises networki...
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Episode 50
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41:40
Forecasting 2025: Broadcom, Google, and Cybersecurity Threats, Oh My!
What if the future of tech was reshaped by strategic mergers, AI evolution, and cybersecurity threats? Dive into an engaging conversation where we unpack Broadcom's acquisition of VMware, revealing how customer loyalty defies the odds amid heig...
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Episode 26
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26:08
Exploring the Intersection of Cloud, DevOps, and AI in Modern Tech Careers
Ever wondered how cloud development intersects with network engineering at a tech powerhouse like Cisco? Join us as we chat with Erica Dietrick, a developer advocate at Cisco, who shares her unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of h...
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Episode 49
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48:42
