Nutanix Community Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast! and today we’re diving into a topic that’s top-of-mind for almost every IT team right now: navigating cloud migrations, licensing shifts, and avoiding multi-cloud lock-in. Joining us is industry veteran Jeff Adams. With years of experience spanning storage giants like EMC, VMware, and AWS, Jeff breaks down what’s really changing for Azure VMware Solution (AVS) customers right now. We cover everything from intelligent workload placement to keeping your migration strategy simple, flexible, and cost-effective. Grab your coffee, hit subscribe, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to the Nutanix Community Podcast—the show where we talk with the people building the technologies that keep modern IT running. Managing databases at scale has never been more challenging. From provisioning and patching to disaster recovery, hybrid cloud, Kubernetes, and now AI, database teams are being asked to do more with less. In this episode, Dwayne sits down with Nutanix veteran Jeremy Launier to explore Nutanix Database Service (NDB)—how it automates the operational heavy lifting, empowers developers with self-service, and helps organizations standardize, secure, and scale their database environments. Whether you're a database administrator, platform engineer, infrastructure architect, or just curious about where enterprise databases are headed, there's something here for you.

What happens when legacy VDI meets Kubernetes, AI, and a browser-first world? In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, Dwayne is joined by Jaymes Davis and Raymond Dusseault from Kasm to break down a major shift happening in end-user computing. From the show floor at .NEXT to real-world enterprise challenges, the conversation explores why traditional VDI architectures are reaching their limits—and what’s replacing them. We cover the rise of containerized workspaces, the convergence of IT and OT environments, and how modern security threats especially in the browser are forcing a rethink of how applications and data are delivered. If you're navigating AI adoption, scaling Kubernetes, or rethinking workspace security, this episode gives you a clear view of what’s next and what to do about it.

In this episode, we sit down with Amin from the Nutanix Flow product team to explore the evolution of modern networking and security inside the Nutanix platform. We break down what’s new in AOS 7.5, including Flow disaggregation, Follow-Me security policies, and FlowCNI for Kubernetes. We also cover the launch of the new NCP-NS certification and what it means for operators looking to validate real-world networking expertise. If you're modernizing infrastructure across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, this conversation is for you.

How do you secure modern Nutanix environments without adding operational complexity? In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, host Dwayne sits down with Jeff Engel from Check Point to explore real-world cloud security for Nutanix, including CloudGuard integration, Zero Trust architecture, microsegmentation, and AI security. Jeff breaks down how Check Point CloudGuard works natively with Nutanix, how service insertion enables deep traffic inspection, and how dynamic security policies driven by Prism Central categories eliminate manual firewall changes and painful change control. You’ll learn: • How CloudGuard for Nutanix secures east-west and north-south traffic • What Zero Trust actually means in production environments • How microsegmentation improves security without breaking workflows • How to secure AI traffic and modern workloads • Why consistent policy, automation, and price-performance matter at scale Whether you’re designing Nutanix network security, evaluating CloudGuard, or looking to secure AI-driven workloads, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately.

Enterprise AI doesn’t have to be complex — learn how Nutanix Enterprise AI 2.5 helps organizations deploy secure, scalable AI without the hype. AI is moving fast — and for many enterprises, it’s becoming overwhelming. In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, host Dwayne sits down with Mike Bermond, Technical Marketing Evangelist at Nutanix, to cut through the noise and talk about what practical enterprise AI really looks like today. They break down the latest Nutanix Enterprise AI 2.5 release and explore how organizations can deploy large language models securely, simplify identity and access management, improve GPU efficiency, and use AI Labs to test real-world use cases — without getting lost in hype or complexity. More importantly, this conversation tackles AI fatigue head-on, offering grounded advice on where to start, how to prioritize quick wins, and why keeping AI simple is often the smartest strategy. If you’re responsible for AI, infrastructure, or platform strategy — or just trying to make sense of what’s next — this episode is for you.

In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we sit down with longtime Nutanix Technology Champion and NCX-certified expert Todd Burris to talk about what it really means to build smarter. Todd shares his journey from healthcare IT to mastering Nutanix design at scale — including how he tackled the intense NCX certification process, the power of teamwork and mentorship, and how he’s using APIs and automation to simplify complex operations across global environments. We also dive into workload availability, validated designs, and the beauty of data-driven decision-making (with a few laughs along the way). Whether you’re an aspiring NCX, a seasoned admin, or just curious how real-world practitioners are innovating with Nutanix, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration. 👉 Tune in, take notes, and get ready to build smarter — with Nutanix.

In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we head to Sweden to talk with Jonas Hogman, Infrastructure Architect and Nutanix Technology Champion, about his deep-dive three-part blog series on deploying Nutanix Enterprise AI. Jonas shares insights from his latest Nutanix User Group event in Stockholm, why automation is hot in the Nordics, and how data sovereignty is shaping AI strategies across Europe. We also explore what it takes to start small with AI projects, lessons learned from mixing Rancher and Nutanix, and his advice for anyone considering joining the NTC program. If you’re curious about the future of automation, AI, and community innovation — this one’s for you!

Disaster recovery isn’t just an insurance policy anymore—it’s a business necessity. In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, host Dwayne Lessner sits down with Nutanix Technology Champion and eGroup Field CTO, Mike Dent. Together, they unpack how organizations are rethinking DR in 2025, from hybrid cloud strategies and workload mobility to the pitfalls of poor planning. Mike shares lessons learned from working with customers of all sizes, explains why automation is reshaping resilience, and even drops a simple health tip for IT pros who spend long hours behind the keyboard. Whether you’re in enterprise IT or just curious about how businesses stay running when the unexpected happens.

Welcome back to the Nutanix community podcast. Get ready for a conversation that's equal parts tech and heart! This week, Dwayne chats with Eric Wright about the human side of technology, from storytelling to community building.