CIAOPS - Need to Know podcasts
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Episode 357 - Less is more
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another podcast episode where I aim to bring you up to date with the latest in the Microsoft Cloud as well as share my knowledge and insigh...
Episode 356 - PhilMe is back
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am joined once again by Phil Meyer to review the most important and relevant announcements from Microsoft Ignite. Plenty around AI but also a few ot...
Episode 355 - Learning reboot
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Need to Know Podcast, we explore the evolving landscape of learning in the Microsoft Cloud ecosystem, with a spotlight on the S...
Episode 354 - Phil Meyer
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 354 of the CIAOPS "Need to Know" podcast, host Robert Crane sits down with Philip Meyer, a seasoned Microsoft veteran, to explore the seism...
Episode 353 - AI services analysis
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about a recent series of blog posts I wrote about some analysis I did on various AI services available today as well as my thou...
Episode 352 - Agents to the Rescue
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CIAOPS "Need to Know" podcast, we dive into the latest updates across Microsoft 365, GitHub Copilot, and SMB-focused strategies...
Episode 351 - Learning is a superpower
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 351 of the CIAOPS “Need to Know” podcast, we explore how small MSPs can scale through shared knowledge. From peer collaboration and co-...
Episode 350 - Power Up
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 350 of the CIAOPS “Need to Know” podcast, along with the latest news from the Microsoft Cloud, we explore how Microsoft Power Pages is ...
Episode 349 - MCP is for me
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the future of AI integration, Microsoft Cloud updates, and security innovations tailored for the SMB market. In this episode, we dive into th...
Episode 348 - Email my agent
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 348 of the CIAOPS Need to Know podcast — your regular dose of insights, updates, and practical guidance on Microsoft technologi...
Episode 347 - Right to Left
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I take a look at some of the latest announcements from Microsoft Build as well as recent changes to the Microsoft 365 home page. As ex...
Episode 346 - It's better when you add on
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I have a chat about the E5 security add on for Microsoft 365 Business premium and what additions it provides for security. Microsoft B...
Episode 345 - It's all about the data
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me for the latest news an updates from the Microsoft Cloud just on eve of Microsoft Build. Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 is upon u and I provide s...
Episode 344 - SharePoint Agents
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me to hear about the latest news and update from the Microsoft cloud as well as a deep dive into SharePoint agents. Plenty of AI news is again co...
Episode 343 - AI will eat the world
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrate the 50 year anniversary of Microsoft. Like them or not you have to admire what they have been able to achieve and opportunities they have pr...
Episode 342 - Logs
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me for this episode with all the latest news and update from Microsoft as well as my take on the importance of logging as a security basic that m...
Episode 341 - Why add Azure?
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I provide the benefits that become available once you add and Azure subscription to your Microsoft environment. From pay as you go opt...
Episode 340 - Exposure Management
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I take a look at something many overlook when it comes to security in their Microsoft 365 environment - Exposure score. In essence it is like a target...
Episode 339 - Copilot Chat
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I try and explain Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat and where it fits into the Microsoft 365 environment, which is challenging without visual...
Episode 338 - Ensure to Insure
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A change of format for this episode. I recorded an interview with Andrew Bremner and Tim Stephinson around insurance for MSPs which I think provides a...
Episode 337 - Tools of the workday
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 2025. Thanks so much for listening. A couple of 'summary' or 'annual' blog posts that are worth taking a look at. I also do some annual pos...