Podcast cover for Episode 425 featuring Joy Apple discussing Microsoft 365 governance and collaboration at the MVP Summit
Episode 425 was recorded at the MVP Summit, Joy Apple shares insights on Microsoft 365 governance, SharePoint, Teams, and how AI tools like Copilot highlight the importance of strong data practices.
Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TRyzTw
Professional man in a suit working on a laptop representing enterprise productivity alongside Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast Episode 424 about Microsoft 365 E7.
Microsoft 365 E7 introduces a new enterprise bundle combining E5, Copilot, Entra Suite, and Agent 365.
Episode 424 breaks down what this means for IT leaders and AI-driven productivity inside Microsoft 365.
Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TRjSn6
Episode 423 artwork showing Eric Woodruff, Chris Brumm, and host Ben Stegink with the text Non-Human Identities in Microsoft Entra, recorded live at Workplace Ninjas 2026
Non-human identities in Microsoft Entra are often the most exposed and the least managed. Episode 423 gets into service principals, managed identities, and AI agent risks with Eric Woodruff and Chris Brumm.
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MS Cloud IT Pro Podcast Episode 422 cover image titled “Back to the Terminal: The Rise of AI CLI Interfaces,” showing a software developer coding at a desktop computer with a modern tech circuit design background.
Episode 422 looks at the rise of AI CLI tools. Scott and Ben discuss Claude Code, GitHub Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI, and how command-line AI is improving productivity and working with local files and MCP servers.
Listen: http://dlvr.it/TR9jfx
Black-and-white headshot of Frank Lesniak beside purple graphic reading “Episode 421: Microsoft 365 Mergers and Divestitures” from the MS Cloud IT Pro Podcast.
How do you manage mergers and divestitures inside Microsoft 365?
Episode 421 breaks down due diligence, tenant configuration, licensing alignment, security assessments, and migration cutover with Frank Lesniak.
A detailed look at real-world M365 M&A strategy.
A quick note for listeners: Episode 421 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast has been postponed and will be released next week. Thanks for your patience and continued support.
Podcast Episode 420 cover showing Ben and Scott discussing 3D printers and new tech gadgets in a casual podcast setting.
Episode 420 brings a lighter conversation as Ben tries to sell Scott on buying a 3D printer. The episode also covers new tech and gadgets they picked up over the holidays and why IT pros love to tinker.
Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TQdVM8
Podcast Episode 419 cover featuring a discussion on Microsoft Security Copilot, AI agents, and the new Security Store.
Episode 419 explores Microsoft’s evolving security strategy with John Joyner. Topics include Security Copilot, AI agents, the new Security Store, SCUs, and Defender XDR consolidation announced at Ignite.
Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TQMSCY
Episode 418 is a candid conversation with Cat Schneider about life before AI, real-world SharePoint challenges, Power Platform solutions, and memorable conference moments. Practical, honest, and community-focused.
Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TQ5tbJ
Two gold conference badge backs from Workplace Ninjas US 2025 in Dallas, Texas, displayed side by side. One badge reads “Ben Stegink – Intelligink” with a Microsoft MVP logo, QR code, and Microsoft-related icons. The other reads “Jay Leask – Microsoft Innovation Hub, Washington DC” with a Microsoft logo, QR code, Microsoft app icons, and a small Winnie the Pooh illustration.
Episode 417 is a Workplace Ninjas US Dallas recap. Ben and Jay talk about sessions, the hackathon, Clippy Bucks, and the role community and inclusion play in making conferences meaningful.
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Episode 416 podcast graphic featuring Ben and Henrik Wojcik discussing Microsoft Sentinel, security, and Ignite updates.
Episode 416 brings Henrik Wojcik to the podcast from Microsoft Ignite. We explore Microsoft Sentinel updates, EU regulations like NIS2 and DORA, Security Copilot insights, and data lake integration. Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TPdBny
Podcast episode graphic for Episode 415 titled “Diving Into Ignite 2025 for IT Pros and AI Agent Management,” featuring a blue and purple digital background with flowing ribbon-like waves. The design highlights themes of Microsoft Ignite 2025, AI agents, and IT security.
Episode 415 explores the major themes from Microsoft Ignite 2025. AI agents and security dominated the event, with updates to Security Copilot and the introduction of Microsoft Agent 365 to help IT pros govern agent sprawl. Listen here:
Episode 414 explores the AWS and Azure outages that disrupted services in October 2025. We discuss the root causes, how each provider resolved the issues, and the lessons IT pros can take forward for resilience and planning.
Man thinking in front of a digital network of folder icons, representing Azure Files’ new file share-centric management model.
Azure Files just got a major upgrade.
Episode 413 breaks down Microsoft’s new file share–centric management model—streamlining automation, billing, and scalability for storage admins.
Listen now: http://dlvr.it/TNrF8f
Podcast Episode 411 cover highlighting Microsoft Purview Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI and organizational security.
In Episode 411, we dive into Microsoft Purview’s Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI. Discover how DSPM helps monitor AI usage, identify risks, and safeguard organizational data in a cloud-first world. Listen today!
Podcast Episode 410 cover featuring Joy Apple and Jay Leask discussing Microsoft 365 change management at the North American Cloud and Collaboration Summit.
pisode 410 dives into change management for Microsoft 365. Joy Apple and Jay Leask discuss why IT pros need new governance models, cross-team collaboration, and adoption strategies in a cloud-first environment. Recorded live at the North American Summit. Listen today!
Podcast cover art for Episode 408 discussing how Model Context Protocol connects tools and apps to AI systems.
In Part 2 of our Model Context Protocol series, we break down how AI connects to tools & apps, the integration challenges, and the big opportunities ahead. Learn how MCP could transform workflows across industries. Listen now!
Podcast Episode 407 graphic discussing the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and its impact on AI extensibility in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
Episode 407 explores the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a new way to extend LLMs with real-time access to APIs, services, and live data in Microsoft 365 and Azure. For IT pros, it’s a big shift toward smarter, context-aware AI.
Listen here: http://dlvr.it/TMD1lm
Podcast cover art for Episode 406 about Microsoft Copilot Researcher and Analyst Agents, and Sentinel’s migration to the Defender portal
Copilot Researcher helps prep meetings.
Copilot Analyst writes Python from your data.
Microsoft Sentinel is moving into Defender.
We’re talking real use cases, not just hype.
#Copilot #Microsoft365 #Sentinel #Defender #ITPodcast #Python
Text graphic for podcast Episode 405 listing Microsoft tools like Loop, Copilot Pages, and OneNote Notebooks, with a blue abstract background and podcast logo.
Loop. Pages. Workspaces. Copilot Notebooks… inside OneNote Notebooks?
In Episode 405, we try to untangle Microsoft’s wild notebook spaghetti. Listen today!
#M365 #MicrosoftLoop #Copilot #OneNote #ITPro #Podcast
Podcast cover art for Episode 404: Microsoft 365 Copilot landing page update
Microsoft just replaced portal.office.com with a new Copilot landing page. In Ep. 404, we break down what this means for IT pros, user training, and M365 adoption.
#Microsoft365 #Copilot #Podcast #ITPro
Podcast cover for Episode 403 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast. Includes headshots of hosts Ben Stegink and Scott Hoag over a colorful 3D tech background, with the title “Catching up on all the news from Microsoft Build 2025.”
Welcome to Episode 403 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast where Ben and Scott catch up on some of their favorite announcements and news from Microsoft Build 2025. #BUILD2025, #Copilot, #CopilotStudio, #MicrosoftBuild, #Podcast
Black and white photo of Andrew Connell smiling, with the MS Cloud IT Pro Podcast logo in the top-left corner and the episode title "Declarative Agents with Andrew Connell – Episode 402" overlaid in a purple banner.
Ep 402 is live!
Andrew Connell joins us to dig into Copilot agent internals, billing, and semantic indexing in Microsoft 365.
#Copilot #Microsoft365 #Podcast
Explore Zero Trust in Microsoft 365
In Ep 401, we’re diving into #ZeroTrust in #Microsoft365. From identity management to data protection — get the full breakdown. #CloudSecurity #Podcast
🎙️ New Episode! Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast #398
Ben chats with Harm Veenstra at the MVP Summit about his journey & deep dive into PowerShell & Intune!
🔹 Favorite PowerShell scripts
🔹 Intune remediation tips
🔹 IT automation insights
#PowerShell #Intune #CloudIT
In this episode, Scott and Ben dive into the world of local LLMs—large language models that run entirely on your device. We’re going to explore why more IT pros and developers are experimenting with them, and much more. #Podcast
You can listen to the episode through your favorite podcast app or by visiting our site here msclouditpropodcast.com/episode396
Ransomware Icon - Episode 396 - Lessons from a real-life ransomware attack
Ben walks Scott through a #ransomware attack on an on-premises #VMware environment. They also talk through some lessons and considerations that could have helped mitigate such an attack. #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #ITSecurity #TechPodcast #CloudSecurity #Podcast
Explore #AzureVirtualDesktop (AVD) in Episode 395 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast. Learn how to deploy, configure, and optimize AVD for secure, scalable #VirtualDesktopInfrastructure (VDI) in the cloud. Tune in for expert insights on #remotedesktop solutions! #podcast