Best D365 Podcasts (2026)

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Out of the Box Only: ERP Lessons from Programme Director Mark Edwards 51:11

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Why do so many ERP and Dynamics 365 programmes go wrong, even when the technology is sound? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with experienced D365 Programme Director Mark Edwards to unpack what really makes or breaks complex transformation. Mark traces his journey from manufacturing engineering and productio…

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Lessons from the Front Line of D365 with Chris Lalley 44:47

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What does it actually take to land a complex ERP or Dynamics 365 transformation without becoming another horror story? In this episode of The Catch Up, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with seasoned programme leader Chris Lalley to unpack the realities of delivering large‑scale finance and D365 projects in the real world. They explore how careers e…

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Diverse Minds Episode 11 - Jade and Jason Simon, Simcore Solutions 31:41

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Presenter(s): Bobby Small Guests: Jade Simon & Jason Simon I loved this story from day one. Jade Simon, a smart and driven tech nerd that happens to be a female and happens to be a person of color, pursuing her passion, a career in Dynamics 365. Her support system is anchored by her number one fan and husband, Jason. He left a career in automotive …

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BS Bunch Ep 5: Alex Meyer, Fastpath Microsoft MVP - AI and Agile methodology 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

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Is AI coming for your PM job? Big bad AI is still just a cuddly teddy bear in our opinion. It is gonna give the love it gets. Join the BS Bunch as we chop it up with Dynamics 365 security and licensing expert, Alex Meyer of Fastpath/Delinea. He is a longtime community leader but let's see if he has the skill to get past some of the best BS... east …

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From Contractor to CEO: Steve Snowden’s Journey Building a Dynamics 365 Consultancy 51:03

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Is the traditional model of ERP implementation truly broken? Host Phillip Blackmore sits down with Steve Snowden, Founder and CEO of Snowden Consulting, for a fascinating look at the evolution of the tech space. Steve recounts his journey from an early role at a pharmaceutical plant during an SAP implementation to becoming a highly sought-after Mic…

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45 Million Reasons to Get Your ERP Strategy Right with Lionel Wilson 47:57

3M ago47:57

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Have you ever wondered why so many large-scale digital transformation projects go wrong? In this episode, host Philip Blackmore is joined by Lionel Wilson, an experienced digital transformation program lead, to unpack the hidden challenges of ERP and CRM implementations. Drawing from a career that spans from early IT systems to managing 35 internat…

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BS Bunch Ep 4: Sam Bush, Ambushed- Trusting AI 1:08:43

4M ago1:08:43

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How much does today's guest "Trust" AI? Welp, Sam Bush of Ambushed Digital, has gone public with her personal relationship with VEGA, her GPT BFF! From convos to research, Vega is a constant companion and resource. I would say this constitutes a high level of trust! Don't miss out on this fun and riveting episode of the BS Bunch. Most important, do…

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The Independent Journey: Shahzad Butt on Building a People-First ERP Consultancy 53:23

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to transition from a full-time role to building a successful independent consultancy? In this insightful episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Philip Blackmore sits down with Shahzad Butt, founder and director of ERP Advisors, to trace his career path. They discuss the critical transformation from an enterprise …

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Diverse Minds GUEST Shirley Grimes 24:11

4M ago24:11

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I had a lovely chat with Microsoft Business end-user, Shirley Grimes of Gulf Coast Panama Jack in Florida. She is making waves (Intentional beachy pun) in the community as a thought leader and speaker. We discuss how she got started, why she like speaking at events, the benefit of engaging in community, and her excitement to share her experience wi…

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Tony Riches on Critical Factors for ERP Success 39:34

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What does it really take to lead a successful ERP program? In this episode of The Catch Up, host Philip Blackmore sits down with seasoned Program Director and published author Tony Riches to uncover the realities of large-scale digital transformation. Drawing on decades of experience, Tony shares surprising war stories, practical advice, and lesson…

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Diverse Minds GUEST Madeline Merced 1:04:33

5M ago1:04:33

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Like many women in tech, Madeline Merced has not taken a linear path. Through global travel, family, and adult learning, she tapped into an inherent love of tech to carve out journey that landed her smack in the middle of the Microsoft Dynamics Community in a unique role that showcased her creativity and tech savvy sides. I enjoyed our chat about a…

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BS Bunch Ep 3: Justin Carter, The DAX DUDE- AI Integration 1:12:06

5M ago1:12:06

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The BS Bunch let loose and cut it up chat with Justin Carter, Dynamics Legend, MVP, and the Dax Dude! What did we discuss, AI and Copilot of course and how companies should start to prepare. TLDW/L: Organizations should be starting to experiment and let some of the passionate folks loose to figure out AI in the business silo. Put guardrails and let…

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Get Scrum Certified for Free: How Microsoft Partners Can Use Co-Op Funds 12:41

6M ago12:41

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#162. Unlocking hidden Microsoft partner benefits? Now that’s my kind of secret! In this episode, I spill the beans on how Dynamics 365 and Power Platform partners can get their teams Scrum trained and certified — on Microsoft’s dime, without touching your training budget, thanks to Microsoft Incentive co-op funds. I walk you through what co-op fun…

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Diverse Minds Ep8: Charlotte McCormick, Group Business Unit President, Enterprise Technology Argano 36:47

6M ago36:47

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Introduced to Dynamics during a unique college opportunity at Georgia Tech, Charlotte McCormick has never looked back. Her quiet but confident work ethic and intelligent demeanor has created a powerful guide for many folks in the industry, especially females looking to advance their tech careers. She is one-of-a-kind, and it was a pleasure to spend…

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How to Succeed in the Microsoft Dynamics Ecosystem with James Downes 33:26

6M ago33:26

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What does it take to thrive in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with James Downes, Partner at EY, to explore a 25-year journey through tech consulting, solution architecture, and leadership in the Microsoft space. From starting out with Great Plains in the late '90s to leadi…

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The Inevitable Underestimation of Power Platform Projects 7:33

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Whether you’re an internal developer working for a Microsoft customer or a consultant working for a Microsoft partner: every Power Platform or Dynamics 365 project you have ever worked on has been underestimated. Because no one wins overestimated projects... Mentioned in this episode: Join Estimating Business Apps - Pro plan for $50 My Estimating B…

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The Inevitable Underestimation of Power Platform Projects 7:07

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#161. Whether you’re an internal developer working for a Microsoft customer or a consultant working for a Microsoft partner: every Power Platform or Dynamics 365 project you have ever worked on has been underestimated. Because no one wins overestimated projects...By Neil Benson

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Everything You Need to Know About Organizational Change Management 3:11:05

7M ago3:11:05

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The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews: The Organizational Change Management Episode OCM for ERP Implementations: https://www.youtube.com/live/KEqg3Ok2CAA?feature=share Top Change Management Strategies: https://yout…

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Diverse Minds Episode 7: Michelle Peters, Director, Digital Analysis and Strategy at Ovintiv 34:05

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Michelle is a passionate community advocate, a very talented business analyst, a seasoned executive level ERP and Digital strategist, and a full-time mom and cookie dealer! 🙂How does she accomplish so much, stay connected at work, home, and in the community? Listen in to her story of balance and drive that has propelled her career and home life and…

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From Invoice Clerk to Program Director: Kerry Hughes Wright on Climbing the D365 Career Ladder 43:01

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What does it take to lead a global Microsoft Dynamics 365 project across dozens of countries and legacy systems? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore is joined by Kerry Hughes Wright, a seasoned delivery leader with decades of experience in ERP transformations. Together, they unpack the complexities of global rollouts, th…

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How Adam Seaton Built a 50-Person Consultancy from a One-Man Band 42:54

8M ago42:54

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What does it take to grow a consultancy from scratch, sell it to a global firm, and then choose to start all over again? In this episode of The Catch Up Podcast, host Phillip Blackmore sits down with Adam Seaton to explore his remarkable journey from Microsoft Dynamics contractor to founder of Seaton Partners and now co-creator of Team Joe. Adam sh…

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Episode 2: Kate Coffey-Bacon - AI and Marketing/Brand Voice 1:04:36

8M ago1:04:36

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As AI and adoption is starting to accelerate and the BS Bunch is on top of it, chopping it up over AI and how we are adopting AI, technology trends, and advancements. In this episode, we chat with Kat Coffey-Bacon, newly promoted Senior Vice President of sales at UST Pay! She brings her 20 years plus of experience in marketing and light-hearted sty…

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Streamlining Microsoft Support with Dynamics 365 and Copilot 31:00

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In this conversation, Steve Kerr from the Microsoft Showcase team discusses the evolution of customer support at Microsoft, focusing on the transition to Dynamics and the integration of AI tools like Copilot. He highlights the challenges and successes of unifying support systems, improving knowledge management, and enhancing customer interactions t…

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Diverse Minds Episode 6: Trisha Alverson, Software Solutions Architect at Ellipse Solutions 49:09

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In this episode, I get to chat with one of my past workmates and one of the smartest developers I know. It was always a pleasure getting to work alongside Trisha Alverson when I was working a project at Ellipse Solutions. Her story is quite legendary! She was drumming to her own beat as a teen, as one of a few females in her high school band. She p…

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AI & F&O: The Future of Business Operations 28:36

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In this episode, we connect with Beau Schwieso and delve into the transformative impact of AI on Microsoft's Finance & Operations solution. We discuss how AI enhances operational efficiency, automates tasks with pre-built agents, and offers custom solutions for unique business needs. The conversation also covers the revolution in accounting process…

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Diverse Minds Episode 4: Meron Gebremedhin 41:52

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Meron Gebremedhin was born and raised in Ethiopia, East Africa and migrated to the United States in 2017. Professionally, she is a trained software engineer but has been wearing different hats for more than 14 years including international business owner. After migrating to America, she studied hard to earn her stripes back in the IT industry, acqu…

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Diverse Minds: Episode 5, Stephanie Lavinskas, Imposter Syndrome 53:09

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I had a great time chatting with Stephanie, a Change Enthusiast and expert, about her career and recent leap of faith from the corporate world to her own consulting practice. Stephanie is another great example of a woman that forged a path in the tech industry, as a leader in change management. We spent a lot of time exploring "Imposter Syndrome." …

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Project Sophia The Future of Business Intelligence 22:30

10M ago22:30

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In this episode, Julie Strauss, Vice President of Project Sophia at Microsoft, introduces us to Project Sophia, a groundbreaking AI-powered business research canvas. Julie explains how Sophia allows users to engage with their data in a conversational manner, generating visualizations and suggesting next steps. The discussion delves into the various…

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Preparing for the First Sprint: Design Thinking and Discovery with Hamish Sheild 40:39

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#160. Hamish Sheild is a Microsoft MVP and Power Platform consultant specialising in applying Design Thinking practices to our apps and projects to make them more human-centred. Hamish and I discuss the different activities and artifacts we've experimented with before starting the delivery phase of our Power Platform and Dynamics 365 projects. Join…

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Episode 1: AI Adoption and Usage with Drew Lencsak 45:23

10M ago45:23

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After a few episodes and some warm-ups, I am excited for the Gen Alpha version of The Community Dig! I am welcoming Beau Schwieso and Brianna Sierrra as co-hosts in a reinvention of the podcast. Our first guest is a world renowned, newly minted MVP in Microsoft Dynamics, Drew Lencsak, ERP Delivery Director at Argano 4 Microsoft. We chat about AI Us…

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DUG Diverse Minds: Episode 3 - Heléne Smuts, Owner Credo Growth 45:57

10M ago45:57

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In this episode we dive the importance of taking an ACTIVE role and ownership of your life. Finding motivation, mentorship, and the importance of FAILING in order to GROW! Heléne is the founder of global growth partners, Credo Growth, and a published author, her first book, Ditch Mediocrity, helping to empower leaders develop stronger teams. She is…

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Data Strategy for Dynamics 365 + AI 21:10

10M ago21:10

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In this episode, hosts Kayla Rohde and Bill Whalen are joined by Trey Johnson, Data Analytics Solution Specialist, and Daryl Moll, Data Engineering Director at Velosio, to delve into the intricacies of preparing data for AI adoption. The discussion covers best practices for ensuring data quality, security, and effective planning, while sharing succ…

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AI Powered Engineering: Insights from Sinha Prasoon 18:54

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In this conversation, Prasoon Sinha discusses the integration of Microsoft AI technologies in traffic engineering, emphasizing the importance of communication and the social impact of their projects. He highlights how AI and digital tools enhance project delivery, improve safety, and ultimately contribute to better quality of life for communities. …

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Episode 11: Quintin Hunkin, Microsoft Technical Sales 49:18

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We had a chance to chat from NRF to RFP to Mike Tyson's Punch Out! Quintin breaks down some new innovation in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Commerce and AI agents. It was a fun convo with some surprises, revelations, and laughs! The Community Dig Podcast - Dynamics User Group https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-community-dig/…

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Here's when to use a waterfall approach with Power Platform 11:54

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#159. Should you use a traditional, waterfall approach to build Power Platform apps? In this episode, I break down six situations when you might be tempted to use a waterfall method and share my thoughts on whether that's really the best approach. Highlights 00:11 Everyone should try waterfall at least once. 02:18 When to adopt a waterfall approach…

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Episode 10: Will McLendon 32:41

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I had the pleasure of chatting with Will not once but twice... darn tech issues! We had a blast each time! I ask Will about how to get started in Power Platform, Community, AI and his responses do not disappoint. Check out my hair reveal at the end! The Community Dig Podcast - Dynamics User Group https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-community-dig/…

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Women In Tech series: Episode 2: Kelly Mazur & Savanna Dill 24:30

11M ago24:30

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Kelly Mazur & Savannah Dill, two successful people in our community, shared a few thoughts on how far they have come, the importance of varied mentorship, and despite the stagnating rate of women in tech (23% +/-) I get a feeling of encouragement from these two, that despite more work to be done, success can be found. The Community Dig Podcast - Dy…

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Women In Tech Series: Episode 1: Marie Wiese, Marketing Copilot and Women Talk Tech Podcast 34:58

11M ago34:58

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I am excited to talk to Marie Wiese, a powerful and passionate advocate, to help kick-off my series uplifting the voices of women and diversity in Tech and in business. From her humble beginnings to her being on the front lines of the conversation, Marie has always understood the power of raising and maintaining awareness to this subject! We chat a…

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Episode 9: Savannah Dill, BA and Microsoft MVP 42:53

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In this episode, we get to know Savannah Dill, Microsoft MVP and Power Bi addict. We talked all about her start in IT, why she likes the Power Platform, tips on getting started, and her favorite PBI project! Also, find out which house we were assigned at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! I enjoyed my convo and any time spent conversing wi…

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Episode 8: The Gentleman Analyst, Beau Schwieso 41:55

12M ago41:55

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Beau Schwieso is one of my favorite humans and getting to spend an hour chopping up Dynamics and other such stuff was a blast! I am an old salt, and he is a consummate Beau-fessional, and together we share all his Beau-Tips and my ramblings for smoother implementations. We are slinging adages and dropping enough metaphors to last all of 2025... the…

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Streamlining Operations with D365 & AI 21:31

12M ago21:31

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As we shift into 2025, we're going to be diving deep into the world of AI and its impact on the Business Applications space. On today's episode, we'll be joined by Robbie Morrison, the visionary CEO of Velosio. Robbie is a renowned technology leader and expert system architect, celebrated for his innovative solutions that drive efficiency and growt…

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What is Scrum and why should Power Platform teams care? 6:00

1y ago6:00

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#158. It's 2025, and I still meet Power Platform and Dynamics 365 professionals that don't know what Scrum is or have an incomplete understanding of what Scrum is. Especially in job interviews! In this short episode, you'll learn: What Scrum really is Why it's a framework and not a methodology A simple hack for remembering the 18 components of Scru…

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Episode 7: Jessica B. Jolly 36:18

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Sometimes in life you meet a person with whom you resonate so well, it seems like perhaps you both are a horcrux from a larger being, cut from the same cloth so to speak. I have been lucky to have met a few this year and Jessica tops the list! She is a firebrand with a powerhouse personality and when you step together with her, get ready for a thri…

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Episode 6: Holiday Hijinks 10:46

1y ago10:46

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Happy Holidays! In this episode, I put a few community pals through a wicked holiday movie quiz that tested their love and hate of classic holiday shows and movies! Wondering who among the community loves ELF and who it is that secretly or now not so secretly despises Ol' Charlie Brown, tune in and find out! The Community Dig Podcast - Dynamics Use…