Best Pure Storage Podcasts (2025)

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Redefining Virtualization: The Pure Storage and Nutanix Full-Stack Modern Solution 52:23

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In an era where enterprises are undergoing a significant re-evaluation of virtualization strategies, our episode dives into the new strategic partnership between Pure Storage and Nutanix. Join industry experts Don Poorman and Erin Stevens as we unpack the latest trends in virtualization strategies and why the timing is perfect for a new approach, a…

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Big Storage Batteries Are Here. Can They Fix Our Electricity Market? – Dr Jen Purdie 20:05

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Earlier this year New Zealand's first and largest big storage battery began selling into the grid; there are signs that it is already softening prices. So, are we on the cusp of a low-emissions electricity transformation? Climate and energy modeller Dr Jen Purdie tells Ross Inglis that we are...to a point.…

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Tackling Myths Around AI Data and FlashBlade//EXA 39:21

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In this episode, we welcome Lead Principal Technologist Hari Kannan to cut through the noise and tackle some of the biggest myths surrounding AI data management and the revolutionary FlashBlade//EXA platform. With GPU shipments now outstripping CPUs, the foundation of modern AI is shifting, and legacy storage architectures are struggling to keep up…

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Celebrating 300 Episodes: The Tough-Love You Didn’t Know You Needed | Clutterbug Podcast # 300 1:06:04

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Today is a super special day – it's our 300th podcast episode, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate it with YOU! This milestone is all about you, your stories, and the amazing things you do while listening to this podcast. Spoiler alert: laundry seems to be the winner, and honestly, I get it – laundry is the WORST chore. But together, we’re…

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Sneaky sustainability - Orba Shoes 31:42

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Every year the fashion industry produces over 24 billion shoes made largely of synthetics, with little regard for the materials sourced, the wellbeing of the people involved or impact after disposal. Orba shoes are different. Designed in NZ, made from entirely natural materials every part of every shoe Orba makes for the next 100 years will be gone…

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FlashStack: A Decade of Converged Infrastructure Innovation 44:35

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This episode of the Pure Report features a conversation with Eugene McGrath, a nine-year veteran of Pure Storage and a Field Solution Architect. Our discussion delves into Gene’s diverse background, starting from his early days in IT racking and stacking servers at companies like Microsoft and Pixar, and how that hands-on experience shaped his care…

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The Real Cost of Storage: How Your Clutter Is Stealing Your Money and Space | Clutterbug Podcast # 299 52:32

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We’ve been fed a huge lie — that the stuff in our storage rooms or storage units is worth money. It’s not! The truth is, your “storage treasures” are probably costing you thousands of dollars and stealing valuable space in your home. I’m sharing my own story of how I turned a cluttered storage room into a home office, added $15,000 of value to my h…

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The Low-Waste House – Paul Webster-Young, Twin Solutions 21:53

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Auckland builder Paul Webster-Young is turning a new home for his sister into a case study for construction that sends less waste to landfill and costs less over time. The key, he tells Ross Inglis, is careful selection of materials and a new kind of collaboration with architects.

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Time Anxiety Explained with Chris Guillebeau | Clutterbug Podcast # 298 1:04:08

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Feeling overwhelmed, overbooked, or constantly racing the clock? You might be struggling with time anxiety — that never-ending feeling that there’s not enough time to do everything. In this episode of The Clutterbug Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Guillebeau, New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Nonconformity and Time Anxiety, to explore ho…

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Pure Fusion: Unified and Automated Data Management enabling the Enterprise Data Cloud 1:02:08

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Join Pure Storage Technical Evangelists Don Poorman and Mike Nelson as we dive into Pure Fusion and how Pure Storage is enabling users to focus less on managing storage and more on managing their data. We start by examining the complexities of managing storage and application workloads in today's rapidly evolving IT landscape. We expose the challen…

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Your next house doesn't have to be a climate criminal – Mike Hartley, Lloyd Hartley 24:18

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New Zealand's houses have come a long way since the '70s but there's plenty we can do to make them more sustainable. Auckland architect Mike Hartley is designing for less building waste and that, he tells Ross Inglis, starts by talking with the builder.

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It’s Tough Love Declutter Time - Grab a Trash Bag | Clutterbug Podcast # 297 45:10

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If you’re tired of clutter, chaos, and holiday stress, this tough-love decluttering pep talk is for you. I’m sharing how I finally stopped blaming myself for the mess and started getting mad at the real problem — the stuff stealing my space, time, and peace. In this episode, I talk about what it really takes to get ruthless with your home, set boun…

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Small, circular, resilient economics - Ken Webster, NextFest keynote speaker 32:37

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Ken Webster is one of the world’s leading thinkers in the circular economy. For eight years, he led innovation at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the world’s leading circular economy network. Visiting Professor, Cranfield University, UK; Fellow, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership. He is the author of The Circular Economy: A Wealth of…

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From File Frustration to Flash Freedom: How a Technologist Learned to Love File at Pure Storage 48:11

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In our latest episode, we sit down with Ken Hui, Field Solutions Architect, to discuss his journey at Pure Storage and the evolving landscape of data management. Ken shares his unique perspective on Pure Storage's culture, highlighting the emphasis on collaboration and innovation. The conversation delves into the critical role of unstructured data …

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The Unexpected Christmas Trend Everyone’s Talking About (And How to Get It!) | Clutterbug Podcast # 296 47:19

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Get ready to deck the halls, vintage-style! In this episode, I chat with Dayna Isom Johnson, Etsy’s official Trend Expert, to uncover the biggest holiday trend of the year — “Grandma’s Christmas.” From cozy plaid patterns and rich, nostalgic colors to handmade ornaments, gingerbread everything, and sentimental traditions, this year’s Christmas deco…

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The Platform Mindset: Driving Workflow Efficiency in the Data Center 53:44

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The Pure Report welcomes Shawn Rosemarin, VP R&D, Customer Engineering at Pure Storage, to explore the critical topic of workflow optimization in today's IT landscape. Shawn shares his unique perspective on how the industry is moving beyond a product-centric view to embrace a platform mindset, emphasizing the profound impact this shift has on peopl…

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Fat Cats Versus a Kinder, Gentler Kind of Business – Andrew Davies, B Lab 21:23

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A chubby feline is the star of an awareness campaign for the B Corp certification that says your business is getting real about sustainability. B Lab's Australia and NZ CEO Andrew Davies tells Ross Inglis about fat cats and how B Corps are making progress even in difficult times.

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Why You’re Still Drained — and How to Get Your Energy Back with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith | Clutterbug Podcast # 295 1:01:19

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If you’re exhausted, unmotivated, or mentally fried, this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, physician, researcher, and author of Sacred Rest, to talk about the 7 different types of rest — and why getting more sleep isn’t the real solution to burnout. Dr. Saundra explains how true rest goes beyond naps or vacations …

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H2 Launch Series: Cyber Resilience Innovations 40:01

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Welcome to episode 3 of our special launch series of the Pure Report podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into the critical topic of cyber resilience with Scott Taylor, Director of the Cyber Resilience Field Solutions Architects Team at Pure Storage. We discuss why traditional, siloed security approaches are failing in the face of escalating cybe…

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Databases!!! - Redefining Data Management for Infra & DBA Teams 42:05

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The Pure Report welcomes Anthony Nocentino, Sr. Principal Field Solution Architect, to delve into the future of databases and data management. This episode looks at the explosive growth of relational databases and the impact of SQL Server 2025, Oracle 23ai, and AI-driven demands. We explore how Pure Storage is not just keeping pace with database gr…

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The Wheel of Decluttering: A Fun Way to Finally Let Go with Abigail Roe | Clutterbug Podcast # 294 1:13:17

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Ever feel like your stuff is running your life instead of the other way around? Like no matter how much you declutter, your home still feels overwhelming — and every “maybe someday” pile just keeps growing? In this episode, I sit down with decluttering coach and creator of Downsize Upgrade, Abigail Roe, to talk about why letting go isn’t just about…

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H2 Launch Series: One Platform, All Workloads - The Power of Pure's Unified Data Plane 23:40

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Welcome to episode 2 of our special launch series of the Pure Report podcast! In this episode, Chadd Kenney joins again to help us dive into the critical foundation of the Enterprise Data Cloud: the Unified Data Plane. We start with a discussion on why a truly unified data plane is essential for organizations today, managing everything from archive…

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The Cyber Guys: How to Prepare, Respond, and Recover to Keep Your Business Running 48:51

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October is Cybersecurity awareness month. Get ready to explore the imperative of cyber resiliency in today's digital landscape, focusing on strategies for robust data infrastructures and shared responsibility to plan and recover from cyber attacks. Join Pure Storage cyber experts Scott Taylor and Jason Walker as they delve into the critical aspects…

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How to Become the Person You Want to Be with Mimi Bouchard | Clutterbug Podcast # 293 1:00:53

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In today’s episode, I’m talking with Mimi Bouchard about something so much bigger than just organizing your home — we’re talking about organizing your life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in negative self-talk, this conversation is for you. I’ll be honest, “manifestation” always sounded a little too magical to me, but what Mimi …

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H2 Launch Series: Unpacking the Intelligent Control Plane 27:04

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Welcome to a special launch series of the Pure Report podcast! Join us as we take a deep dive into Pure Storage's Intelligent Control Plane (ICP), a set of groundbreaking innovations redefining IT operations and enabling users to realize the Enterprise Data Cloud. We're thrilled to host Chadd Kenney, VP of Product Management, who helps us unpack ho…

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Changing Lanes - What's Driving Virtualization Today? 40:48

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Looking for help navigating the changing environment around your VMware investment? What considerations do you need to make relative to staying on VMware versus moving to another solution? We have answers and guidance - check out this episode for an insightful discussion with David Stevens, Field Solution Architect, as we delve into the evolving la…

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Think Like a Forest - Simon Millar, Pure Advantage 30:46

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Think Like a Forest is a beautiful short film about NZ’s ngahere or native forest and is now showing on TVNZ On Demand, PureAdvantage.org and soon Air NZ In Flight Entertainment. Produced by Pure Advantage as part of its Recloaking Papatuanuku programme, the film is fronted by Sam Gibson aka Sam the Trapman. Pure Advantage’s Simon Millar joined Vin…

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The Emotional Reason You’re Holding On to Too Much Stuff | Clutterbug Podcast # 292 34:25

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In this episode, we’re breaking down how your attachment style affects the way you hold on to clutter. Whether you’re secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized, these patterns don’t just show up in your relationships—they also show up in your home. Learn why it feels so hard to let go of stuff, how your emotions are tied to clutter, and simple ste…

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Portworx Revealed: Container Storage Solutions for Kubernetes and AI 34:24

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This episode of the Pure Report podcast welcomes back Jon Owings, a long-time Puritan and expert in Kubernetes and data management, to demystify the rapidly evolving world of containerization and AI. We dive deep into why over 96% of enterprises are adopting Kubernetes, exploring the latest trends like containers as VM alternatives and the advantag…

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Why Organization Beats Design Every Time with Carrie Locklyn | Clutterbug Podcast # 291 1:14:36

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In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Carrie Locklyn—a woman whose journey is as inspiring as it is entertaining. From her early days as a backup dancer for Mariah Carey (yes, you heard that right!) to touring the world with iconic stars, Carrie’s story is one of fearless reinvention. I was blown away as she shared how she m…

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Hope and frustration - Joanna Silver & Alec Tang 42:04

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The annual Climate Change and Business Conference is the biggest corporate meet-up on the climate agenda, attracting delegates from industry, politics and NGOs as well as overseas high-noters. This year’s event featured Lord Adair Turner, of UK Energy Transmissions Commission, Wang Xiaolong, the China ambassador to NZ and Cynthia Houniuhi, who led …

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15 Architectural Decisions Series: The Origin Story with Chadd Kenney 19:37

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We finish off our 15 Architectural Decisions series with a special guest - VP of Product Management and early Pure employee Chadd Kenney joins to discuss the origin story of Pure Storage's 15 Architectural Decisions. Chadd will take us back to the early Pure startup days, revealing the drivers behind documenting these crucial decisions. We'll explo…

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Is Your Home Speaking Your Love Language? | Clutterbug Podcast # 290 52:00

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Hey Clutterbugs! This episode is all about decoding the secret link between your love language and the clutter driving you nuts. Think of your home as a love letter to yourself—except sometimes it’s written in messy handwriting! We’re chatting about how your emotional needs (hello, Acts of Service lovers and Gift-Giving hoarders!) shape your clutte…

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Taming the Beast: Managing HPC & AI Data at Scale with Zero Move Tiering on FlashBlade 47:51

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Data management in high-performance computing (HPC) and AI environments presents unique challenges, especially with heavy file usage and evolving data lifecycles. This edition of the Pure Report podcast delves into these complexities, exploring how data transitions through development, simulation/training, inference/optimization, and long-term rete…

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15 Architectural Decisions Series: Proactive and Predictive Support (Pure1) and Non-Disruptive Everything (Evergreen) 47:43

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We made it to Episode 6 - the final in our 15 Architectural Decisions series and saved some of the best for last - Predictive and Proactive support (Pure1) combined with our Evergreen architecture and non-disruptive everything. In this episode, JD, Andrew and I dive into Pure Storage's foundational principles that ensure continuous operation and fu…

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Hoarding, Healing & Hope with Amanda Uhle | Clutterbug Podcast # 289 55:21

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In this heartfelt episode, I welcome author Amanda Uhle as she shares her gripping new memoir, "Destroy This House," and opens up about growing up with extraordinary (also complicated) parents. We explore the chaos of a hoarder mom, a scheming dad, and the emotional toll of a strange yet loving family dynamic as Amanda reflects on the unique challe…

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15 Architectural Decisions Series: Encryption, Metadata, and Install/Repair/Replace (DIY) 34:39

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Episode 5 of our series covers always-on encryption, the smart use of metadata, and our DIY install/repair/upgrade approach. Pure's approach to security is to have it built-in and non-optional, with end-to-end encryption—covering both user data and metadata—using device or software-based AES-256 alongside features like Rapid Data Locking, role-base…

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The Dark Side of Productivity | Clutterbug Podcast # 288 51:42

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Uncover the dark side of hustle culture with me. In this episode, I reveal how our obsession with productivity can trigger burnout and share real strategies to slow down, set boundaries, and reclaim your time. I also get real about my own struggles, holding myself accountable for making a change. Tune in for honest insights, laughter, and a fresh a…