Nutanix Community Podcast

Welcome back to the Nutanix Community Podcast—the show where we talk with the people building the technologies that keep modern IT running. Managing databases at scale has never been more challenging. From provisioning and patching to disaster recovery, hybrid cloud, Kubernetes, and now AI, database teams are being asked to do more with less. In this episode, Dwayne sits down with Nutanix veteran...

What happens when legacy VDI meets Kubernetes, AI, and a browser-first world? In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, Dwayne is joined by Jaymes Davis and Raymond Dusseault from Kasm to break down a major shift happening in end-user computing. From the show floor at .NEXT to real-world enterprise challenges, the conversation explores why traditional VDI architectures are reaching their l...

In this episode, we sit down with Amin from the Nutanix Flow product team to explore the evolution of modern networking and security inside the Nutanix platform. We break down what’s new in AOS 7.5, including Flow disaggregation, Follow-Me security policies, and FlowCNI for Kubernetes. We also cover the launch of the new NCP-NS certification and what it means for operators looking to validate real...

How do you secure modern Nutanix environments without adding operational complexity? In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, host Dwayne sits down with Jeff Engel from Check Point to explore real-world cloud security for Nutanix, including CloudGuard integration, Zero Trust architecture, microsegmentation, and AI security. Jeff breaks down how Check Point CloudGuard works natively with N...

Enterprise AI doesn’t have to be complex — learn how Nutanix Enterprise AI 2.5 helps organizations deploy secure, scalable AI without the hype. AI is moving fast — and for many enterprises, it’s becoming overwhelming. In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, host Dwayne sits down with Mike Bermond, Technical Marketing Evangelist at Nutanix, to cut through the noise and talk about what pra...

In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we sit down with longtime Nutanix Technology Champion and NCX-certified expert Todd Burris to talk about what it really means to build smarter. Todd shares his journey from healthcare IT to mastering Nutanix design at scale — including how he tackled the intense NCX certification process, the power of teamwork and mentorship, and how he’s using API...

In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we head to Sweden to talk with Jonas Hogman, Infrastructure Architect and Nutanix Technology Champion, about his deep-dive three-part blog series on deploying Nutanix Enterprise AI. Jonas shares insights from his latest Nutanix User Group event in Stockholm, why automation is hot in the Nordics, and how data sovereignty is shaping AI strategies acr...

Disaster recovery isn’t just an insurance policy anymore—it’s a business necessity. In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, host Dwayne Lessner sits down with Nutanix Technology Champion and eGroup Field CTO, Mike Dent. Together, they unpack how organizations are rethinking DR in 2025, from hybrid cloud strategies and workload mobility to the pitfalls of poor planning. Mike shares lesson...

Welcome back to the Nutanix community podcast. Get ready for a conversation that's equal parts tech and heart! This week, Dwayne chats with Eric Wright about the human side of technology, from storytelling to community building.

In this episode, we’re joined by Eric Walters, Technical Marketing Engineer at Nutanix, to break down the biggest networking updates in the 7.3 release. From multi-cluster virtual switches and smarter BGP capabilities to powerful new flow security features, Eric shares what these changes mean for resiliency, security, and day-to-day operations. Whether you’re a networking veteran or a cloud-first...

How do we put the theories and discussions from the five Nutanix Cloud Interlock episodes into practice? In the season finale, we invite Maksim Malygin back to the hot seat to focus on simplifying cloud adoption, scaling cloud operations and optimizing cloud efficiency. We also highlight real customer use cases to draw inspiration. Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index www.nutanix.com/enterprise-cloud-in...

Think storage is boring? Think again. In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we dive into Nutanix Unified Storage 5.2—a release packed with game-changing features like metro availability on AHV, blazing GPU-ready performance, and files running natively in Azure. Whether you’re a cloud pro, storage geek, or just curious about the future of hybrid infrastructure, Steve McElfatrick deliver...

Welcome back to the Nutanix Community Podcast — in this episode, we’re diving into the fast-moving world of service providers. With recent changes shaking up the partner landscape, many are facing tough choices and tight timelines. I’m joined by Sachin Chheda and Luke Foster from the Nutanix Service Provider team to talk about what’s happening, why time is critical, and how Nutanix is stepping in...

AI is accelerating cloud demand, but is your infrastructure ready? Ruben Arunasalam from Optimal explores how this UX-focused company is transforming user experiences through optimized cloud and AI integration. This compelling discussion highlights why companies must prioritize cloud optimization now to unlock AI's full potential, and how strategic investments create immediate efficiencies and fut...

Take the smart route forward by scaling your cloud operations with partners. In this episode, we demystify the complexity, costs and long lead time of cloud migration with Corrie Briscoe from AWS. We’ll dive into the Nutanix partnership with AWS and explain how a robust partner ecosystem supports APJ customers in their cloud journey. Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index www.nutanix.com/enterprise-cloud-...

As cloud operations scale, how do you gain visibility across all clouds? We uncover the top cloud security trends and challenges in Asia Pacific with Sanjay Yadave. We’ll also explore the role of cloud disaster recovery in minimizing risks and ways to cut its associated costs and complexities. Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index www.nutanix.com/enterprise-cloud-index Nutanix Cloud Interlock: Ask Us Any...

Is there a smarter path to cloud transformation than refactoring or rehosting? We explore a third option that calls for leveraging existing market solutions with Ankita Gupta from Standard Chartered Bank. Discover why Ankita advises against reinventing the wheel and instead uses proven solutions to accelerate cloud adoption and reduce transformation risks. Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index www.nutani...

Tech influencer Alexis Bertholf believes in making networking cool again, but can this be extended to the cloud? To kickstart the series, Alexis talks about her work to simplify networking, its impact on making the cloud more accessible, and how shifting infrastructure into the hybrid cloud is easier than you think. Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index www.nutanix.com/enterprise-cloud-index Nutanix Clou...

In this bonus episode of Nutanix CXO Pulse, Nutanix executives go off-script to answer audience questions about Enterprise AI - no prep, no filters. Watch as they randomly draw questions submitted from Season 1 and share candid insights, from AI strategy best practices to what’s next for cloud-native environments. Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index www.nutanix.com/enterprise-cloud-index Nutanix Cloud...

This episode of Nutanix CXO Pulse Season 2 shines the spotlight on one of the most pressing concerns over AI: Security and data management. Nutanix uncover how IT leaders can stay ahead of potential risks and build a foundation for safe, scalable AI adoption, including: -Why security, privacy and governance are essential for long-term GenAI success, and what’s missing from most strategies. -The ne...

In this premiere episode of Nutanix CXO Pulse Season 2, we strip away the noise surrounding AI and focus on what really matters: Turning promise into performance. Backed by insights from the seventh annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index report, our experts reveal how enterprises can unlock value from AI without falling for the hype, including: -The top promises of AI – productivity, automation, ef...

This episode of Nutanix CXO Pulse Season 2 explores how IT leaders can prepare for the next phase of cloud-native innovation. Grounded in key insights from the seventh annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index report, Nutanix experts uncover what’s driving the rise of containerized applications and what it means for the future of IT, including: -Why nearly 90% of organizations are now containerizing a...

Welcome to the Nutanix Community Podcast! I'm your host, Angelo Luciani, and today, we're flipping the script. That’s right—I'm turning the mic around and interviewing the one and only Dwayne Lessner, our Technical Marketing Engineer and longtime podcast voice. We're diving deep into NC2—Nutanix Cloud Clusters—to explore how it’s evolving, why it matters, and what customers are doing with it right...

In this episode, we sit down with storage veteran Mike McGee — a man who’s touched more data than most of us have clicked in a lifetime — to talk all things Nutanix Files. From the early days of 8MB hard drives to today's petabyte-scale deployments, Mike walks us through how Files has evolved into a hybrid-cloud-ready, VDI-friendly, ransomware-aware beast of a platform. We unpack: -The eternal IT...

Today we’re diving deep into the world of Disaster Recovery – Nutanix-style. Joining us today is fellow TME and DR Enthusiast, Mike Umphreys. We talk about everything from protection domains vs. protection policies, to multi-site replication, to how snapshots are evolving—and even where AI acceleration is headed thanks to Intel’s AMX. Whether you're DR-curious or just want to hear some hard-earned...