Best Three Patch Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Automate IT – Gratitude, Growth, and the People Who Shape Your Career, E20 15:49

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In this reflective episode of Automate IT, Jeremy Maldonado shares how gratitude has shaped his 11-year journey in IT, from his early days in customer service to building technical expertise and community. He explores the importance of mentorship, asking for help, and showing appreciation in both work and home life. As the year winds down, Jeremy i…

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Automox Insiders – Patch or Perish: The Making of OTTOBOX, E20 24:13

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Dive into the creative world behind OTTOBOX: Patch or Perish, Automox’s first-ever video game. In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis chats with Senior Brand Manager Jonah Phillips about transforming patch management into an interactive gaming experience. From retro music production to villain design inspired by real IT challenges, …

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The three forces reshaping the HR tech landscape from walled gardens to AI interfaces and what practitioners need to know. 52:18

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson interview guest George LaRocque, WorkTech’s Founder and Chief Analyst, to discuss the state of the HR tech market and where it's heading. The conversation explores how investment activity, market data, and adoption trends come together to paint a realistic picture of …

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Autonomous IT, Live! True Stories From the Hacker Underworld, E05 36:16

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In this episode of the Autonomous IT, host Landon Miles dives deep into the world of vulnerabilities, exploits, and the psychology behind cyberattacks. From the story of Log4j and its massive global impact to the difference between hackers and attackers, this episode explores how and why breaches happen—and what can be done to stop them. Joining La…

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Hands-On IT – Virtualization, IT Support, and... Home Labs? How Automox Techies Use Automox, E07 26:13

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In this episode of the Hands-On IT podcast, Landon Miles interviews Anthony Maxwell, who is a software engineer at Automox. They discuss Anthony's journey from IT operations to software engineering, and his home lab setup. He discusses his favorite projects, the skills he's learned, and how he applies them in his professional life. Anthony also pro…

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CISO IT – Dmitri Alperovitch’s Vision for Cyber Defense, E07 22:31

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In this episode, host Jason Kikta talks with Dmitri Alperovitch – CrowdStrike co-founder and chairman of the Automox board – about how speed and precision define modern cyber defense. Alperovitch explores how the OODA loop (Observe–Orient–Decide–Act), a concept rooted in military strategy, can help IT and security teams detect, respond, and adapt t…

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HR, We Have a Problem - Why traditional hiring methods fail entry-level positions and how the "One Layer Deep" approach transforms recruiting speed and candidate quality. 43:49

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper and guest Libby DeLucien, Founder of WootRecruit, discuss common hiring mistakes, the role of AI in recruiting, and why companies need to rethink their approach to attract quality candidates. The conversation covers how personal development directly impacts leadership effectiveness and why treat…

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Product Talk – Secure by Default: Inside Automox’s Approach to Product Security, E21 32:47

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In this episode of Product Talk, host Peter Pflaster sits down with Automox Staff Security Engineer Henry Smith to discuss what it really means to be secure by default. Together, they explore how Automox builds security into the foundation of its products, from engineering practices to company culture. You’ll learn how Automox’s “no security tax” p…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Why compliance is HR tech's hottest topic in 2025 and how AI automation is freeing HR teams to do more strategic work. 49:23

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson discuss why compliance has become the surprising number one topic in HR technology, exploring how AI is changing verification processes and I-9 management. They cover major market moves including Qualtrics' $6.7 billion acquisition of Press Ganey and break down Dayfor…

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Executive IT – Expert CFO Advice on Bridging IT and Business Strategy, E01 24:43

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CFOs Ziad Fanous (Automox) and David Mehok (formerly CFO of Q2) join host Evan Kiely to break down how IT transformation drives real business value—not just cost savings. They share candid lessons from decades in finance leadership on: Aligning IT investments with company-wide goals Avoiding the pitfalls of tool consolidation and vendor lock-in Tra…

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – October 2025 [Game Engine Gremlins, Windows Hello Attacks, and Exchange Exploits], E24 18:49

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Happy Patch Tuesday! In this October episode, security specialists Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee break down some of the month’s most critical vulnerabilities — and why this batch of CVEs might just be the spookiest yet. The duo dives deep into: A Unity Engine remote code execution flaw that impacts games, VR apps, and even training tools The Windows …

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Automate It – Social Engineering & the Human Risk Factor, E19 14:43

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Jeremy Maldonado breaks down cybersecurity fundamentals from a real-world IT operations perspective. From phishing and social engineering to patching best practices and zero trust, Jeremy shares practical insights to help you protect your organization — starting with your own behavior. He covers: Why the human factor is still your biggest vulnerabi…

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HR, We Have a Problem - From security patches to distributed ledgers - why HR tech vendors without Web3 strategies will become competitive liabilities. 55:42

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper and guest Dennis Hill, Founder of Sagacity, LLC, and Chairman/President/CEO at IHRIM, explore Web3, blockchain, and distributed ledger technologies that promise to solve the security problems that have plagued HR systems for 60 years. The conversation covers data ownership rights, the shift towa…

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Hands-On IT – CVE 101: Demystifying the Three-Letter Acronym, E22 8:48

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CISO IT – Back to Basics: Three Essentials for Secure IT Operations, E20 8:14

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In this episode, Automox CISO Jason Kikta strips away the noise and focuses on the three core pillars of secure IT operations: asset inventory, patch management, and identity and access management (IAM). Jason shares firsthand stories from U.S. Cyber Command and explains why getting the basics right isn’t optional — it’s essential. Whether you’re b…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - How the “bring-your-own-AI” gap and $100,000 H1-B visa changes are forcing small businesses to fundamentally rethink talent and technology strategies. 1:06:30

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson discuss the reality of AI adoption in HR, exploring the "Bring Your Own AI" phenomenon where 81% of HR professionals are using AI tools but only 14% have company-paid access. They also examine how recent policy changes, including H1-B visa cost increases to $100,000, …

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CISO IT – Automation and Security Perfection, E03 17:12

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In this episode of the Automox CISO IT Podcast, host Jason Kikta, CISO at Automox, explores how CISOs can advocate for automation maturity across IT and security teams. Jason breaks down why automation is critical for: Reducing human error and noise in detection Accelerating response speed during mass exploitation events Freeing up security teams t…

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Product Talk – Building Toward Autonomous Endpoint Management with JoLynn Dixon, E20 15:49

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In this episode of Product Talk, host Peter Pflaster sits down with JoLynn Dixon, Senior Director of Product Management at Automox, to discuss the future of autonomous endpoint management (AEM) and how Automox is shaping the path forward. JoLynn shares her background in product leadership, the vision behind AEM, and why prioritizing customer feedba…

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HR, We Have a Problem - Why leadership and culture are inseparable forces that drive sustainable business results and how adaptive organizations build psychological safety to thrive through change. 52:00

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper along with Susan Richards and guests Tee Thorsen, LAITHOS Co-Founder and Managing Partner, and Mary Ellen Clagett, LAITHOS Leadership Catalyst and Co-Founder and Managing Partner, explore how leadership directly shapes organizational culture and why both elements are critical for driving sustain…

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Automox Insiders – Emilia Keeney, IT Technician, E02 9:14

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis chats with IT Help Desk Technician Emilia Keeney about her path into IT, her experience joining Automox, and why automation is the unsung hero of IT. Emilia shares her journey through an accelerated IT program, what it’s like working on a small but mighty IT team, and why even the simplest supp…

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Executive IT – Why Proactivity Pays in IT & Security with Maxio’s COO Alan Taylor, E06 14:14

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In this episode of Executive IT, host Evan Kiely sits down with Alan Taylor, COO of Maxio, to explore how IT and security shape business reliability, compliance, and growth. Alan shares his perspective as a seasoned operator in private-equity backed SaaS companies, covering: Why IT and security are non-negotiable investments for scaling businesses …

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The rise of HR-finance convergence and why platforms are acquiring payment processors to create integrated business ecosystems that reshape the technology landscape. 1:02:00

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson discuss Anaplan's purchase of AI-powered supply chain company Syrup Technologies and Gusto's acquisition of 401K provider Guideline, alongside significant product launches including Salary.com's multilayered AI compensation suite. They analyze OrgView data revealing t…

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Automox Insiders – Switching Classrooms: Katie Bleichman on Redefining Her Career Path, E19 11:30

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis sits down with Katie Bleichman, Director of CX Operations and Enablement at Automox. Katie shares her inspiring journey from two decades in elementary education to leading customer experience in the SaaS and cybersecurity world. Discover how skills from the classroom translate into IT, what it …

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CISO IT – Great Security Begins with Great IT, E11 13:44

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In this episode, Jason Kikta discusses the critical relationship between IT and security, emphasizing that great security begins with a solid IT foundation. He explores the importance of establishing a baseline for normalcy, the role of user safety in preventing security breaches, and the need to understand insider threats. Jason concludes with dis…

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HR, We Have a Problem - The death of traditional performance management and why AI-driven skills inference is the key to future-proofing your workforce in volatile business environments. 43:55

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In this special episode* of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper and guest Jamie Aitken, Vice President of HR Transformation at Betterworks, discuss the current state of AI deployment in HR and its intersection with strategic performance management. While many employees use ChatGPT individually, organizations show limited AI integration within their …

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – September 2025: [Hyper-V on the Hot Seat, Phone Link Priv-Esc, and NTFS RCE], E23 18:19

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Stay ahead of September 2025 Patch Tuesday. Automox experts Ryan Braunstein, Henry Smith, and Seth Hoyt break down three high-impact items you need to act on now: Hyper-V privilege escalation, XAML/Phone Link elevation paths, and an NTFS remote code execution. You’ll get: Clear patch priorities and timing. Likely attack paths and real-world detecti…

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Hands-On IT – Building Blocks of IT: From Problems to Solutions pt. 2, E21 29:58

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In the second half of this crossover between Hands On IT and Automate IT, hosts Landon Miles and Jeremy Maldonado shift from defining IT problems to actually building, testing, and refining solutions. They dig into choosing the right tools without getting lost in endless options, the value of learning from APIs and documentation, and why “don’t rei…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - How billion-dollar talent acquisition deals and private equity consolidation expose the AI ROI reality gap. 54:02

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson discuss Thoma Bravo's $12.3 billion acquisition of Dayforce and Workday's back-to-back purchases of AI companies Paradox and Flowise. They also examine contrasting research on AI adoption, with Goldman Sachs predicting minimal workforce disruption while MIT reports th…

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Automate IT – Building Blocks of IT: From Problems to Solutions pt. 1, E18 28:56

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In this special crossover between Hands On IT and Automate IT, hosts Landon Miles and Jeremy Maldonado dive into the building blocks of IT solutions. They share practical ways to approach automation without the overwhelm—starting from defining real-world problems and breaking them into manageable steps. Along the way, they explore Linux as a proble…

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HR, We Have a Problem - Why CFOs are now making HR technology decisions and how this collaboration drives productivity, reduces costs, and prevents costly implementation mistakes. 43:13

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper along with Stacey Harris welcome guest RD Whitney, Chief Operating Officer for The CFO Leadership Council, to explore the growing convergence between finance and HR functions. This conversation highlights how CFOs are increasingly involved in HR technology purchasing, particularly in mid-market …

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Autonomous IT, Live! – 3 Ways to Make Your Path to Director of IT Less Scary 42:28

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It’s not just a show, it's a lifeline for how to unscary a seemingly daunting career journey – no matter where you're at in your IT or security hustle. From super-talented IT cartoonist and influencer marketing service agency co-owner, Forrest Brazeal, and gifted Automox VP of Customer Experience, Charles Coaxum, to the sagely verbose CISO and VP o…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Why the Workday AI bias ruling is a wake-up call for every organization using AI in hiring and what it means for compliance strategy. 1:01:40

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson discuss significant merger and acquisition activity, including SAP's acquisition of Smart Recruiters and the legal implications of Workday's HiredScore integration amid ongoing bias litigation. The conversation also explores key executive moves, industry recognition, …

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Automate IT – Building Resilient IT Teams and Solutions, E12 13:10

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In this episode of the Automate IT podcast, Jeremy Maldonado discusses the importance of resilience and adaptability in the IT field as we enter 2025. He emphasizes the need for personal and team resilience, effective communication, and the ability to learn from setbacks. The conversation covers practical steps for achieving IT resilience, includin…

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CISO IT — Hacker Summer Camp 2025: A Recap of Black Hat & DEF CON, E19 6:17

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Join Automox CISO and SVP of Product Jason Kikta for a recap of Black Hat and DEF CON 2025. In this episode, Jason shares his take on the conversation around AI in cybersecurity shifting from hype to practical tools for defenders. Hear why integrating AI into your CI/CD pipeline, alert triage, and vulnerability management could be a game changer, p…

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HR, We Have a Problem - How to avoid the HR vendor selection trap and why taking control of the process can save millions in failed implementations. 52:47

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper and guest Brett Ungashick, Founder and CEO of Outsail, discuss one of the most challenging aspects of HR leadership: selecting and buying the right software solutions. They explore common pitfalls that derail software purchases and strategies for running a thorough, stakeholder-friendly evaluati…

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – August 2025: [Crafted Files, Spoofed Certs, and Good Ol' SQL Injection], E22 8:06

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Join Automox cybersecurity experts Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee for August 2025’s Patch [FIX] Tuesday, covering a Hyper-V privilege escalation, an Azure Virtual Machines spoofing flaw, and four serious SQL Server vulnerabilities. Learn how attackers could chain virtualization and cloud exploits, why crafted VHDX files and spoofed certificates are da…

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Hands-On IT – The State of IT Careers and the Role of AI with Forrest Brazeal, E11 14:44

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In this episode of Hands-On IT, host Landon Miles sits down with special guest Forrest Brazeal to explore the current state of IT careers and the evolving role of AI in the tech landscape. As a renowned cloud architect and co-founder of Freeman and Forrest, Forrest shares his insights on upskilling for today’s competitive job market, the real impac…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - AI breakdowns; vendor announcements related to absence and leave management, benefits, and compensation; layoffs rising; and the importance of trusted data sources. 54:44

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson discuss topics ranging from AI system failures and labor market shifts to an increased vendor focus absence and leave management, compensation, and benefits. They also discuss sources HR leaders should be considering for decision-making data and a satirical essay that…

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Automox Insiders – Curiosity, Adaptability, and Career Growth with Ryan Jeziorski, E13 11:39

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, Maddie Regis speaks with Ryan Jeziorski, a Solutions Engineer at Automox, about the importance of IT adaptability and resilience. Ryan shares his diverse career background, his current role at Automox, and insights on how organizations can maintain uninterrupted services while adapting to changes in technology. …

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Automox Insiders – By Your Command: The Cybersecurity Directive with Tom Bowyer, E10 18:07

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Maddie Regis speaks with Tom Bowyer, Director of Security at Automox, about the intersection of IT and cybersecurity. Tom shares his career journey, the importance of collaboration between IT and security teams, and insights into SOC compliance reports. He emphasizes the need for transparency, experimentation, and proactive problem-solving in enhan…

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HR, We Have a Problem - The unsurprising truth about AI bias in hiring vs human discrimination 41:02

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper and Jeff Pole, Co-Founder & CEO of Warden AIi, discuss the reality of AI bias in talent acquisition and hiring processes. This conversation covers the shared responsibility between vendors and organizations when implementing AI tools, practical guidance for evaluating AI systems, and the importa…

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Hands-On IT – A Prompt Engineering Deep Dive with Henry Smith, E20 34:04

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In this episode of Hands-On IT, host Landon Miles is joined by Automox Security Engineer Henry Smith for a deep dive into prompt engineering and how it’s transforming the way IT and security teams work with AI. From crafting high-quality prompts to auditing and hardening code using large language models like Claude and ChatGPT, Landon and Henry sha…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - How companies demanding 50+ hour weeks to fund automation are amplifying workforce anxiety while 80% of workers already fear job displacement. 46:53

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson break down the latest HR tech news, covering major acquisitions in the skills data space and global expansion moves. The episode examines how companies like Workday are positioning themselves for government contracts and international growth, particularly in India, wh…

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Product Talk – Alerting, Scheduling, and Smart Decisions, E19 11:17

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Discover how Automox is transforming IT reporting. In this episode, Steph Rizzuto talks with product lead Emily Pace and engineer Ben Glass about new reporting features that give you real-time visibility, alerting, and automation. Learn how IT teams are cutting reporting time from 30 hours to 1, setting up custom alerts, and making smarter decision…

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Heroes of IT – Sleeping Easier: Milton Webster’s Story of Risk Reduction with Automox, E18 13:50

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In this episode of Heroes of IT, Ashley sit down with Milton Webster to explore how his team transformed their IT operations using Automox. From reducing endpoint risk scores in record time to implementing automated Windows 11 upgrades with Worklets, Milton shares real-world wins and challenges from the frontlines of IT. Learn how a culture of proa…

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Autonomous IT, Live! Inside the Breach — Identity Hijack Response Exercise, E04 38:52

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In this special live episode of Autonomous IT, Live! we walk through a high-stakes incident response drill that mimics a disturbingly realistic threat scenario: an attacker gains access to your internal tools — not by breaking in, but by logging in. Here's the setup: a user unknowingly reuses compromised credentials with the company’s SSO provider.…

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HR, We Have a Problem - How AI transforms talent acquisition by eliminating bias and automating tasks while avoiding the “black box” trap that alienates candidates. 42:15

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Teri Zipper and guest Stephanie Manzelli, Chief People Officer at Employ Inc., explore the benefits and challenges of AI implementation in talent acquisition. They discuss how AI can reduce bias and automate repetitive tasks, while also addressing the "black box" problem where candidates feel lost in automa…

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CISO IT – The Automation Imperative, E10 10:59

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In this episode of Automox's CISO IT Podcast, host Jason Kikta returns from Black Hat and DEF CON in Las Vegas to discuss one of the most talked-about IT events of the summer, and what it truly reveals about automation in IT. Contrary to popular fearmongering, Jason argues that the incident isn’t a cautionary tale against automation but a clear cal…

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Toning down the AI hype, Oracle’s big win, good news for the global payroll market, and how the tax code is related to tech layoffs. 54:24

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson conduct a wide-ranging conversation covering announcements in the global payroll space, a gigantic contract for Oracle, and a new AI-driven platform for restructuring work. They also touch on what’s behind tech layoffs and a general consensus among practitioners to to…

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Automox Insiders – Customer Experience by Design: A Conversation with Kat Breeggemann, E18 22:29

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis sits down with Kat Breeggemann, Digital Customer Experience Manager at Automox, to explore her unique journey from journalism and communications into the world of customer success. Kat shares how a leap-of-faith internship opened the door to a career in CX, the pivotal moment she advocated for …