Russell Shear, James Downs

The Service Ducks Podcast

Find out what's quacking with the The Service Ducks Podcast - the UKs funniest ServiceNow Podcast! "Talk to the Duck" and join our co-hosts, James Downs and Russell Shear (aka ServiceNerd) every other week for a hilarious spin on all things ServiceNow. We promise to keep you entertained with all the ups and downs of the ServiceNow world - and who knows, you might even learn something useful! So come on over and join the fun - the ducks are waiting!"

Author

Russell Shear, James Downs

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Technology

Podcast website

service-ducks.com

Latest episode

Nov 19, 2025

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Episodes

S01 E14: Generative AI has landed! 31.05.2023

Welcome to a special episode of our podcast! In this unique installment, we invite you to join us for a captivating watch-along experience as we explore the mesmerizing world of Generative AI demonstrated at Knowledge 23. During this episode, we will be providing live commentary and analysis as we watch the awe-inspiring Generative AI demonstrations showcased at Knowledge 23. You'll get a front-ro...

S01 E13: Live in Vegas...ish! 19.05.2023

In this special episode of the Service Ducks Podcast, we'll be going live at ServiceNow Knoweldge 23 event in Vegas 🎉 ! Where the phrase "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" goes out the window! We'll be chatting to James Bough (ServiceNow Technical Consultant from NTT Data) and Francis Cavaciuti (Lead Technical Consultant from Flyform). These guys have seen it all, from the neon lights of the...

S01 E12: The Ducks go LIVE! 10.05.2023

Hello, and a very warm welcome to the Service Ducks podcast, where we take a waddle into the world of ServiceNow. Today, James and I are absolutely chuffed to be trying our hand at live streaming as we record our very first live episode. During this live stream, we'll be organizing our diaries (of course) and having a jolly good chinwag about some exciting updates to the ServiceNow Now Learning ....

S01 E11: Do we need Deltas? 26.04.2023

Welcome to our latest episode, where James and I will be discussing the recent news from ServiceNow regarding the drop in mainline Delta exams to once a year. Because let's face it, who doesn't love a break from the joy of exams that seem to come around all too frequently? But are these more than just exams? We'll be delving into our initial reactions to this news and sharing our thoughts on what...

S01 E10: HELP! I need somebody 12.04.2023

Welcome to the Service Ducks podcast! In this episode, James and I will be tackling a topic that can make even the most confident of us break out in a cold sweat - asking for help effectively. But don't worry, we've got you covered with some practical tips on how to approach others and ask the right questions, all while keeping a smile on your face. We'll be sharing advice on the best ways to phra...

S01 E09: The One without James 28.03.2023

In this episode of our podcast, we have a special co-host filling in for our regular host who is currently MIA. Our guest (Harry Campbell) shares his journey into the world of ServiceNow, one of the hottest cloud computing platforms in the market right now. In our exploration of Harry's journey, we gain insights into what drives him from his humble beginnings as a janitor to becoming an exceptiona...

S01 E08: Meetup Mysteries 15.03.2023

In this edition of the Service Ducks Podcast, we delve into the realm of ServiceNow Meetups, exploring their significance to the ServiceNow community. Our conversation is characterized by our distinctive wit, resulting in a lively and enjoyable discussion. We discover that falling over in the snow will always be amusing and if its only 2 people its called a "date"!   Drawing from our own experienc...

S01 E07: Navigating the World of Magic and Staying in the "Know" with ServiceNow Releases 01.03.2023

With the release of ServiceNow Utah we welcome you to "Staying up to date with ServiceNow Releases" the podcast that will make you laugh and hopefully give you an insight of what we can do to stay up to date with ServiceNow releases. There's some hints n tips if you're planning a trip to the magical kingdom of Disney too...not sure how that made the cut! As you may know, keeping up with ServiceNow...

S01 E06: Team Pull up or Team Export n Import 01.02.2023

Join James and me as we dive into the world of Update Sets in ServiceNow! We explore best practices, organization tips, and debate the pros and cons of loading via source vs exporting XML. From the art of merging to the benefits of batching, no topic is left untouched. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this podcast is packed with insights on optimising your ServiceNow experience....

S01 E05: CSDM Why Bother? 18.01.2023

ServiceNow CSDM - I've heard of it but what is it?  How should I approach it?  Most most of all, why bother in the first place? In this episode Russ and I talk about the Common Service Data Model (CSDM) which helps identify the right places to put service related data within the CMDB. For more info: CSDM 4.0 Conceptual Model What is the CSDM? CSDM Basics Feel free to drop us a mail below and make...

S01 E04: To Flow or Not to Flow 04.01.2023

We attempt to put the age old debate to bed and discuss when to use ServiceNow Flow over "legacy" workflow and delve into if its a good replacement for scheduled jobs and business rules etc. We talk about architectural decisions, statements straight form the horses mouth (ServiceNow mouth) and there's even a survey of like minded techies to discuss! Flow Designer vs Workflow ServiceNow Flow Design...

S01 E03: Bought to you by the letter "Y" 21.12.2022

Seasons Greetings!  Join Russ and I for the Service Ducks Christmas Special. Join in the fun as we try to name a ServiceNow "thing" beginning with each letter of the Alphabet (A- Z game). Let us know how you on...I am sure you do much better than us!  After thought.: There's loads of "U"'s!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! what happened??? Email: talktotheduck@service-ducks.com #serviceducks #talktotheduck

S01 E02: Hyper What? 14.12.2022

#RiseUp Community Forum : Nike Vaporflys : Introduction to App Engine Studio Join us for a chat about Hyperautomation on ServiceNow.  We discuss: what it is, what it means for ServiceNow and whether low code is the future? Email: talktotheduck@service-ducks.com #serviceducks #talktotheduck

S01 E01: The Holey Pigeon 20.11.2022

In this episode we take a quick dive into our ServiceNow Journey to date. From Service Desk Analysts to Master Architects, from Process to Technical Consultants and some holey pigeons along the way. Email: talktotheduck@service-ducks.com #serviceducks #talktotheduck

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