Microsoft Community Insights Podcast
Episodes
Episode 53 GitHub Copilot for Azure with Muhammad Samiullah
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Deployment is where motivation goes to die: the app works locally, the deadline is close, and suddenly you’re buried in portals, docs, and mysteriou...
Episode 52 - GraphRAG and Microsoft Agent Framework with Christian Glessner
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Small knowledge graph, implement a GraphRAG workflow, and connect it to an AI agent powered by the Microsoft Agent Framework and Microsoft Foundry. Yo...
Episode 51: Empowering Women in Tech with Samantha St-Louis
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tech does not just need more women, it needs more women who feel free to show up as themselves. We sit down with Samantha St Louis, VP of AI App Innov...
Episode 50 - Adopting AI Product Development with Kate Catlin
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing the right AI model shouldn’t feel like roulette. We sit down with Kate Catlin, the product manager from GitHub. Kate shares how model stren...
Episode 49 - Dataverse MCP with Copilot Studio with Nathan Rose
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Build an agent that understands intent, finds the right data, and takes action across your CRM—without wiring a maze of connectors. We sit down with...
Episode 48 - GitHub Copilot Agent with Johan Smarius
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We walk through a plan-first workflow that asks Copilot to survey the codebase, propose a step-by-step solution, and only then switch to agent mode to...
Episode 47 - Inside the Co‑op Translator Journey with Minseok Song
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your documentation never drifted out of sync across 54 languages? We sit down with MinSock, Microsoft AI MVP and open-source maintainer, to un...
Episode 46 - Building Trustworthy AI with Liji Thomas
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dig into how to make that magic reliable, sharing a practical blueprint for building trustworthy AI on Microsoft Foundry with guest Microsoft AI...
Episode 45 - LLM on K8s with Seif Bassem
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We start by weighing the trade-offs: managed AI gives you speed, safety, and a deep model catalog, but steady high-volume workloads, strict compliance...
Episode 44 - Moonshot Solution using AI with Peter Ward
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with Peter Ward to decode how real moonshot solutions are built at the intersection of clean data, practical AI, and unapologetically huma...
Episode 43 - Real Time Analytics in Fabric with Thrushna Matharasi
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore how real-time analytics in Microsoft Fabric turns raw events into decisions within seconds while keeping the strength of batch for complete...
Episode 42 - Blazor with Jimmy Engström
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We break down Blazor’s render modes in plain language. Server side rendering for instant first paint, streaming SSR for progressive content, interac...
Episode 41 - AI at Work: What Every Developer Needs to Know with Brian Swiger
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian shares his fascinating journey from certification skeptic to exam developer, explaining how Microsoft's approach to testing has evolved fro...
Episode 40 - Zero Trust: Beyond Traditional Security Measures with Santhosh Anandakrishnan
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Santosh Kumar, Azure MVP in Networking and Cloud Security, explains why Zero Trust isn't just a product but a critical security strategy for the ...
Episode 39 Security Copilot - Sentence Syntax with Mona Ghadiri
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Syntax in security might sound technical and dry, but as Mona Ghadiri reveals, it's actually the secret sauce that determines whether your AI sec...
Episode 38 - Insight to Impact: The Power of Azure OpenAI with Amit Mukherjee and Bhuvi Vatsey
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The rapidly evolving field of generative AI can be intimidating, especially for those looking to implement enterprise-ready solutions. That's pre...
Episode 37 - Power naps, self care and mental health with Daniel Paulus
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel takes us through the unsustainable habits that led to his collapse: working late shifts to avoid interruptions, surviving on takeaway meals and...
Episode 36 - Empowering People Through AI and Community with Heather Cook
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to build true belonging in a digital age? Heather Cook, a 25-year Microsoft veteran and community champion, takes us on a remarkable...
Episode 35 - Functional Programming with C# with Simon Painter
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the world of functional programming with Simon Painter, a .NET developer with 20 years of experience who literally wrote the book on funct...
Episode 34 - AI Innovation with Azure from Concept to Creation with Harshavardhan Bajoria
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harshavardhan shares his journey as an Associate Product Manager working with Azure AI solutions, from development challenges to community engagement....
Episode 33 - .NET Open Source Library: Lessons Learned with Jochen Kirstätter
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we speak with software developer Jokey about his extensive experience with .NET, the challenges of integrating legacy systems, and th...
Episode 32 - Women of Microsoft: The stories of Innovation by Miri Rodriguez
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to be a storyteller at one of the world's largest technology companies? In this captivating conversation with Miri Rodriguez, S...
Episode 31 - Container Security with Josh Duffney
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Josh walks us through the powerful combination of open-source CNCF projects that address different aspects of container supply chain security. Learn h...
Episode 30 - Observability in DevSecOps with Neel Shah
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Security has become the cornerstone of modern technology infrastructure, and understanding how to implement effective observability within DevSecOps p...
Episode 29 - Can't AI do the Dishes Already with Kellyn Gorman
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are we on the verge of having AI do our chores? Join us as we explore this intriguing question with Kellen Gorman, a seasoned AI technologist who has ...
Episode 28 - Cost Optimization in the Wild with Erlend Rushfeldt
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Microsoft Community Insights podcast, host Nicholas speaks with Erlend Rushfeldt, a consultant manager at Innofactor, about t...
Episode 27 - Azure AI Foundry Shaping the future of innovation with Bhuvi Vatsey
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Azure AI Foundry is reshaping the way developers approach AI solutions, providing an intuitive platform with numerous models and features tailored to ...
Episode 26 - Broaden Your Skillset to help your career with Ian Schreier
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to unlocking your IT career lies in embracing failure and exploring diverse domains? Join us as we uncover this intriguing possibility...
Episode 25 - Exploring Microsoft Fabric with Javier Villegas
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the future of data analytics with insights from Javier Villegas, a Microsoft MVP, as he unpacks the game-changing features of Microsoft Fabric....
Episode 24 - Navigating Tech with Harjit Dhaliwal
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our conversation, Haji emphasizes the power of community engagement within the tech industry. As a former MVP and current leader for Windows MVPs, ...
Episode 23 - Explore Azure Administration with Sucheta Gawade
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Microsoft MVP Susheeta Kaldi unveils her secrets to mastering Azure administration in the fast-paced world of healthcare. Promising insight...
Episode 22 - Five years of Microsoft Sentinel The Good, The Bad and the Ugly with Truls Dahlsveen
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Microsoft Sentinel has long been one of Microsoft security flagships. It launched in 2019 as one of the first pure cloud security monitoring solutions...
Episode 21 - Microsoft Copilot with Femke Cornelissen
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we interview Femke Cornelissen about Microsoft Copilot Femke Cornelissen is Technical Evangelist at Wortell. She is also the co-founde...
Episode 20- Azure OpenAI Assistants via Logic Apps with Konstantinos Passadis
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of AI and automation with our special guest, Konstantinos Pasad, a solutions architect hailing from...
Episode 19 - Architecture for High Availability and Low Latency with Florian Lenz
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the secrets to building an ultra-responsive e-commerce platform with our special guest, Florian Linz, a freelance solution architect with a weal...
Episode 18 - Threat Detection using Microsoft Sentinel with Uros Babic
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets of cutting-edge threat detection with insights from Ruros Barbic, a security architect and Microsoft MVP, as we navigate the powerf...
Episode 17 - Innovate Azure with Pulumi with Alec Harrison
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover why Pulumi could be your new go-to tool for infrastructure as code in our latest episode with Alec Harrison, a Microsoft MVP in AI and Azure....
Episode 16 - Journey to Power Platform with Keith Atherton
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to mastering Microsoft Power Platform with Keith Atherton, a Power Platform Solution Architect at ANS Group and a Microsoft MVP. Ke...
Episode 15 - Jumpstart Azure AI using Python with Marlene Mhangami
10 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to be captivated by Marlene's remarkable journey from Zimbabwe to Microsoft, as she shares her passion for artificial intelligence and ...
Episode 14 - Transform Your Tech Career with Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors Rachel Irabor and John Aziz
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how you can fast-track your career in tech while still in college? Join us as we promise an inspiring conversation with Rachel Abor and ...
Episode 13 - Azure AI Insights by Veronika Kolesnikova
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the key takeaways from this episode is the concept of responsible AI. Veronica explains that as AI becomes increasingly integrated into various...
Episode 12 - Navigating Data Platform with Michael Tobin
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if your raw data could transform into powerful insights that drive your business forward? Join us for an engaging discussion with Azure consultan...
Episode 11 - Evolving AI Security with Sarah Young
25 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stay ahead of the curve with our latest episode, where Sarah Young also unveils a treasure trove of resources for those eager to deepen their grasp on...
Episode 10 - Embrace Azure Terraform with Mark Tinderholt
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Azure Terraform with the brilliant Mark Tinderholt from Microsoft. Whether you’re a seasoned...
Episode 9 - Unlocking AI Insights using LangChain and Azure AI Search with Rishab Kumar
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the cutting-edge intersection of language and technology as Rishabh Kumar, Twilio aficionado and Microsoft MVP, joins us to shed light on the ...
Episode 8 - Cloud Journey from University to Principal Architect/Microsoft Tech Lead with Martin O'Neill
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We uncover the transformative journey of Marty O'Neill, principal architect and Microsoft Tech Lead at Kainos. From his university days to the he...
Episode 7 - Success Cloud Adoption Framework with Morten Knudsen
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by Morten Knudson, a Microsoft MVP. Morten shares his experience on the Cloud Adoption Framework. Listen in for a thorough exploration o...
Episode 6 - Responsible AI with Laurent Bugnion
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the delicate balance between technology and ethics as we sit down with Laurent Bunion, Microsoft's cloud advocate, to unravel the comple...
Episode 5 - Exploring GitHub Copilot with Damian Brady
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discussing the potential of AI in coding with insights from Damian Brady at GitHub, as we navigate into GitHub Copilot. Ever wondered what it'...
Episode 4 - Azure Cosmos DB with Jay Gordon
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the full potential of Azure Cosmos DB as I sit down with Jay Gordon, Microsoft's CosmosDB Senior program manager, who shares his in-depth ...
Episode 3 - Azure Migration Insights with Kevin Evans
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a journey to the cloud as we unpack the subtleties of Azure migration with Microsoft's own Cloud Solution Architect, Kevin Evans. Disco...
Episode 2 - Navigating AKS with Richard Hooper
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the power of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) as we're joined by Richard Hooper, the Azure MVP behind the insightful 'Azure Contain...
Episode 1 - Mastering Azure Cost Management with Gregor Suttie
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to your Azure cloud costs with Azure MVP Gregor Suttie. Discover how strategic use of Azure Advisor, consistent reviews, and the ...