The SDG Podcast

Latest Episodes
Communication Breakdown
In this episode, the team unpacks the everyday challenges of workplace communication in a world of nonstop pings and overflowing inboxes. From missed messages to mental fatigue, they share relatable s
Old ways vs. new
In this episode, Kyle, Eric, Peter, and Chad explore the perks and pitfalls of modern convenience culturefrom gig apps and food delivery to self-driving cars and digital payments. With humor and cand
Guardrails, guidelines & governance
This episode explores how the right guardrails in tech systems can prevent problems before they start. From software development to user experience, Kyle, Peter, Allison and Tom share real-world examp
10 years of Open Source North
This episode takes a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of the Open Source North (OSN) conference. Founder Jeff Urban and veteran participants share how OSN grew from a niche Java meetup into a pre
Sunsetting SharePoint 2019
This episode unpacks the end-of-life for SharePoint 2016 and 2019, covering what it means for on-premises environments. Kyle, Ben, Corey, and Peter discuss migration strategies, cloud vs. Subscription
Breaking down silos
In this episode, the team dives into the challenges of organizational silos in IT, sharing real-world stories about cross-team dependencies, leadership-driven barriers, and the creative ways theyve b
Oops! Did I delete that?
You messed up, now what? Kyle, Peter, Chad, and Bennett share their biggest IT blundersfrom vanishing inboxes to misfired emailsand the lessons that came with them. Tune in for honesty, recovery tip
When technology doesn't help
Technology can certainly offer convenience, but it can also introduce new problems. Eric Schneider and Greg Stier join Kyle and Chad on the podcast to discuss the pitfalls of modern technology in ever
AI Content Slop
The explosion of AI-generated content online-aka AI slop-is having a ripple effect across the internet. Jared and Akila join the podcast to discuss the impact this phenomenon might have on creators
Legacy systems & digital transformation
Dan Schwie joins the podcast to dive into the real-world challenges of digital transformation, exploring why legacy systems often hold organizations back. This episode unpacks what it really takes to