Podcasts about mainframe

Joe Beda and Craig McLuckie co-created Kubernetes, the infrastructure standard that became the default for cloud native computing. Now running Stacklok, they're watching enterprises hit the same identity, permissions, and security problems with AI agents that took the container ecosystem years to resolve, and they're building tools to compress that timeline. In this episode of Founded & Funded, Madrona's Tim Porter sits down with Joe and Craig to talk through what AI adoption actually requires: why MCP is the Docker moment for AI-native applications, how the LLM gateway is becoming a strategic chokepoint for cost, safety, and model flexibility, and why enterprises that don't get the architecture right early will face a familiar trap: vertical integration that looks like productivity and acts like lock-in. They cover: Why the developer workflow is the template for knowledge worker AI adoption, and where the analogy breaks down The mainframe vs. open platform question that will define the AI infrastructure era Why the knowledge worker transition is harder than it looks — and what has to be built differently before developer-grade AI tooling can scale to the rest of your organization The governance gap between human accountability and AI behavior, and what enterprises actually need to build to close it Where to start: MCP controls first, LLM gateway second, and why deploying a platform without staying to close the loop consistently fails Transcript: https://www.madrona.com/the-best-infrastructure-moment-since-cloud Chapters: (0:00) – Introduction (1:04) – Why the Kubernetes Creators Are the Right People to Read This AI Moment (2:18) – Joe's Lesson from Cloud Native: Ignore Conventional Wisdom, Except When You Shouldn't (4:16) – Craig on Enterprises and the Chaos of a New Infrastructure Era (5:32) – Why Joe Rejoined Craig at Stacklok: The Engineer's Case for Getting Your Hands Dirty (7:05) – Developers as Agent Orchestrators: How the Knowledge Worker Transition Will Follow (10:10) – MCP Explained: Craig Sees Docker in 2013 When He Looks at the MCP Spec 1 (7:53) – The Mainframe vs. Open Platform Question That Will Define the AI Era (20:24) – LLM Lock-In Is the Wrong Worry: The Real Risk Is Left of the Model (25:19) – Where Enterprises Actually Start: Developer Posture First, Knowledge Workers Second (29:10) – MCP First, LLM Gateway Second: The Concrete Technical Starting Point (31:19) – How Stacklok Builds Software Now: Agents, Smaller Teams, the Unrecognizable Developer Profile (38:07) – The Recruiter Who Started Building Agents: What AI Tools Do to Role Boundaries

In this special episode of Mainframe Voices, we explore the signals and trends the mainframe community should be watching closely right now, from AI and modernisation to talent and skills. Our guests share what stands out to them most, and how these shifts may shape the future of the platform and the people working in it.We are delighted to have our guests:Geoffrey Decker – IBM Z Champion 2022–2026 | Instructor, Northern Illinois University Jakub Balhar – Engineer at Broadcom Inc. | Zowe TSC Chair | IBM Champion 2025, 2026 Brahadambal Srinivasan – Technical Architect at IBM | Open Source & Linux on Z Erin Joel Moore – IBM Z Student Ambassador The Mainframe Connect podcast includes the I Am a Mainframer series, Mainframe Voices, and other content exploring relevant topics with mainframe professionals, sponsored by the Open Mainframe Project, a Linux Foundation initiative.#MainframeVoices #MainframeConnect #OpenMainframeProject #LinuxFoundation #Mainframe #AI #Modernization #OpenSource

In this episode, we speak with Christian Friberg from PPI and Ralf Schopohl from SIZ to explore the evolution of EBICS, the implementation of verification of payee in the European savings banking sector, and the critical role the Mainframe plays in ensuring secure, resilient and compliant transaction processing. We discuss how PPI and SIZ began their collaboration, the origins of EBICS as a German standard now adopted across Western Europe, and how core server-side programs running on IBM Z support the security and integrity of modern banking services.Stay ConnectedBe part of the conversation! Join the ISV Ecosystem User Group to explore the latest blogs, events, videos, and more from IBM Z partners and innovators.And don't forget to subscribe to z/Action!Each month, we spotlight some of the world's most innovative companies and how they're driving success with IBM Z.

In der 98. Folge sprechen Heidi Schmidt (PKS) und Tobias Leicher (IBM) mit Roland Bubik von BNC Strategy Consultants über den Mainframe aus Perspektive der Management- und Strategieberatung.Im Mittelpunkt steht die Frage, wie Unternehmen eine tragfähige Mainframe-Strategie entwickeln können.Roland Bubik beschreibt dabei ein Vorgehen in drei Schritten: Zunächst muss klar definiert werden, welches Problem eigentlich gelöst werden soll, oder wie er es formuliert: „Röntgenblick statt Gesprächsdiagnose“.Danach braucht es ein realistisches Zielbild, das von allen beteiligten Fachbereichen verstanden wird und zu den konkreten Maßnahmen passt. Erst darauf aufbauend entsteht eine Mainframe-Strategie mit Roadmap (von Modernisierung über Plattformwechsel bis hin zu Modularisierung oder gezieltem Rückbau).Alle Infos zu unserem Podcast findet ihr hier: https://www.pks.de/pks-live/podcast-pks

In this episode of the Mainframe Connect podcast's I Am a Mainframer series, J.J. Lovett, Lead for Education and Customer Engagement at Broadcom Mainframe Division, shares his journey from CA Technologies customer advocacy to leading Mainframe Open Education, Vitality programs, and practitioner engagement at events like SHARE and IDUG.J.J. tackles the mainframe skills gap head-on, explaining why it's both a navigation challenge (knowing where to find talent) and a time gap (2-4 years to master sysprog/admin roles). He highlights shifting demographics—millennials and Gen Z now dominate BMC surveys—and how Broadcom addresses this through student user groups, mentorship, and open source integration with projects like Zowe and COBOL."The mainframe isn't a job, it's a career" – J.J. advises college grads: start with z/OS Explore, embrace risks, and recognise mainframe's extensibility through APIs. He shares his vision for proactive succession planning and a future where mainframe experience makes technologists more versatile across IT.Celebrating Military Appreciation Month – J.J. represents military veterans bringing discipline and leadership to mainframe education and customer success during May's Military Appreciation Month.#mainframe #IamaMainframer #OpenSource #Broadcom #MainframeSkills #MilitaryAppreciationMonth #podcast #openmainframeproject #LinuxFoundation #StevenDickens #MainframeConnect #Careers #Zowe

In Episode 97 von „Mainframe – What the Heck?“ diskutieren Heidi Schmidt (PKS Software GmbH) und Tobias Leicher (IBM Deutschland GmbH) mit Marc Beyerle (IBM Deutschland GmbH) über moderne Workloads auf dem Mainframe, Linux on Z und Performance Engineering im Java-Umfeld. Im Mittelpunkt stehen moderne Workloads auf IBM Z, Performance-Optimierung und die Frage, warum der Mainframe technologisch oft unterschätzt wird. Marc erklärt anhand praktischer Beispiele, wie Java-Anwendungen, Datenbanken oder Fraud-Detection-Lösungen effizient auf der Plattform betrieben werden können – und warum gute Architektur und saubere Entwicklung dabei entscheidend sind.Die Folge gibt spannende Einblicke in Linux on Z, hardwarebeschleunigte Funktionen wie Krypto und Komprimierung sowie die Rolle von Performance Engineering in modernen Enterprise-Umgebungen.

In der 96. Folge sprechen Heidi Schmidt (PKS) und Tobias Leicher (IBM) mit Oliver Ottow von IBM Research in Rüschlikon über eine besondere Perspektive auf Technologieentwicklung: Corporate Research.Es geht diesmal nicht nur um den Mainframe selbst, sondern um die Frage, wie Forschung Zukunft gestaltet – von KI und Cloud über Security bis hin zu Quantum-safe Technologien. Außerdem zeigt die Folge, warum Diversity in der Forschung so entscheidend ist: Unterschiedliche Generationen, Nationalitäten und fachliche Prägungen bringen neue Blickwinkel ein und treiben Innovation im Austausch voran.Eine Folge über Forschung, Weiterentwicklung und die Kunst, bewährte Technologien nicht einfach abzulösen, sondern zukunftsfähig zu machen.Alle Infos zu unserem Podcast findet ihr hier: https://www.pks.de/pks-live/podcast-pks

In this episode, we sit down with Gil Peleg, Co-founder and CEO of Geniez, which is enabling developers to connect their AI agents and applications directly to real-time mainframe data—without requiring deep mainframe expertise. This conversation explores how simplifying access to mainframe data is helping organizations retain talent, attract new developers, and keep critical workloads on the platform. Stay ConnectedBe part of the conversation! Join the ISV Ecosystem User Group to explore the latest blogs, events, videos, and more from IBM Z partners and innovators.And don't forget to subscribe to z/Action!Each month, we spotlight some of the world's most innovative companies and how they're driving success with IBM Z.

Vandaag aan tafel:Barend BaarssenTonny BastiaansKarel van der WoudeRishi DoergaTimeline:00:00 – Intro00:30 – Introductie van Rishi Durga en de overname door IBM02:09 – Wat is Kafka?07:40 – De technische werking13:04 – De toegevoegde waarde van Confluent15:03 – Mainframe offloading en latency20:03 – Data filteren en combineren22:05 – Confluent en AI24:25 – Security en RBACShownotes:In deze aflevering schuift Rishi Doerga aan, Solution Engineer bij Confluent, om de recente overname door IBM en de essentie van data streaming te bespreken. De kern van het gesprek draait om Apache Kafka en hoe Confluent deze open-source technologie transformeert naar een robuust, enterprise-ready platform. Centraal staat het concept van 'events', waarbij data niet als statische eindstaat in een database wordt gezien, maar als een continue stroom van gebeurtenissen.Het platform biedt een oplossing voor de beperkingen van traditionele systemen, zoals mainframes, door data direct te 'offloaden' naar een schaalbare integratielaag. Met meer dan 300 connectoren stelt Confluent bedrijven in staat om binnen enkele minuten diverse databronnen te ontsluiten en te koppelen. Door gebruik te maken van stream-processing via Flink kan deze data bovendien direct gefilterd, geaggregeerd en geanalyseerd worden met een latency van milliseconden.Tot slot wordt de cruciale rol van data streaming binnen moderne AI-architecturen besproken, specifiek voor het aansturen van autonome agents. Door Kafka als asynchrone communicatielaag te gebruiken, blijven AI-ketens robuust en schaalbaar, zelfs als individuele onderdelen vertragen. Confluent voegt hier een essentiële governance-laag aan toe met Role Based Access Control en automatische encryptie, waardoor ontwikkelaars zich volledig kunnen richten op innovatie in plaats van complexe security-vraagstukkenLinks:Confluent: https://www.confluent.ioLinkedIn Rishi Doerga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishi-doerga-393901/Overname in het nieuws: https://www.dutchitchannel.nl/news/727461/ibm-voltooit-miljardenovername-van-confluentOp- en aanmerkingen kunnen gestuurd worden naar: ofjestoptdestekkererin@nl.ibm.com

Send us Fan MailToday we're joined by Kareem Yusuf, SVP at IBM, where he leads Ecosystem and Strategic Partnerships. His career journey spans IoT, sustainability, and product growth — and it's more diverse than you might expect. In this episode, we dig into the critical thinking behind building successful partnerships, navigating complex tech ecosystems, and what it really takes to prioritize when everything feels urgent.00:00 Introduction01:15 Meet Kareem Yusuf03:44 Best Job Ever08:03 Career Path13:31 The Ecosystem18:20 The Partner "X" Factor21:05 Prioritization23:18 The Ecosystem Dilemma26:17 IBM Differentiation30:13 Modernizing the Mainframe34:50 Exciting Products37:18 Prioritization Revisited38:46 Leadership39:23 Lightning RoundLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareemyusufWebsite: https://www.ibm.com/partnerplusWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple?  Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next.  The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun. 

Send us Fan MailToday we're joined by Kareem Yusuf, SVP at IBM, where he leads Ecosystem and Strategic Partnerships. His career journey spans IoT, sustainability, and product growth — and it's more diverse than you might expect. In this episode, we dig into the critical thinking behind building successful partnerships, navigating complex tech ecosystems, and what it really takes to prioritize when everything feels urgent.00:00 Introduction01:15 Meet Kareem Yusuf03:44 Best Job Ever08:03 Career Path13:31 The Ecosystem18:20 The Partner "X" Factor21:05 Prioritization23:18 The Ecosystem Dilemma26:17 IBM Differentiation30:13 Modernizing the Mainframe34:50 Exciting Products37:18 Prioritization Revisited38:46 Leadership39:23 Lightning RoundLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareemyusufWebsite: https://www.ibm.com/partnerplusWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple?  Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next.  The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun. 

In Episode 95 von „Mainframe – What the Heck?“ diskutieren Heidi Schmidt (PKS) und Tobias Leicher (IBM) das berühmte „No Silver Bullet“-Kapitel aus Frederick P. Brooks' Klassiker „Der Mythos des Mann-Monats“.Im Mittelpunkt steht die Frage, warum IT-Transformation und Softwareentwicklung grundsätzlich komplex bleiben – und warum es keine einfache „Wunderlösung“ gibt. Die beiden beleuchten den Unterschied zwischen notwendiger und vermeidbarer Komplexität, typische Denkfehler in Modernisierungsprojekten sowie die Grenzen von mehr Tools oder mehr Ressourcen.Die Episode zeigt, wie fundierte Entscheidungen in komplexen IT-Landschaften gelingen können – und warum nachhaltige Transformation immer ein schrittweiser Prozess ist.

In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) talked about the importance of conjuring a safe space for women in tech.Full Transcript here: https://openmainframeproject.org/mainframe-coven/mainframe-coven-conjuring-a-safe-space/

In this special episode of Mainframe Voices, we explore how open source is helping people discover, enter, and grow their careers on the mainframe. Our guests share how contributing to open source projects on IBM Z has given them hands‑on experience, visibility, and a community that supports their professional journeys.Featuring: •Steven Dickens – CEO and Principal Analyst, Top 3 Global Technology Industry Analyst, Advisor to Tech Vendor Executives •Sarah Julia Kriesch - Senior Lead, Mainframe Architect & Open Source Evangelist - zCloud @Kyndryl•John Lovett - Head of Education & Customer Engagement for the Mainframe Software Division @Broadcom Inc.•Junior Tamekem Tadiffo - IBM Z Student Ambassador•Marcus Davage - Lead Product Developer@BMC Software•Hunter Johnson - Product Marketing Engineer@Beyond Code(Broadcom)You will hear how open source has: - Lowered the barrier to getting practical mainframe experience - Helped contributors build portfolios they can share with employers - Created mentorship and networking opportunities across the global ecosystem.The Mainframe Connect podcast includes the I Am a Mainframer series, Mainframe Voices, and other content exploring relevant topics with mainframe professionals, sponsored by the Open Mainframe Project, a Linux Foundation initiative.#MainframeVoices #MainframeConnect #OpenMainframeProject #LinuxFoundation #Mainframe #OpenSource #IBMZ

Even the most advanced systems can be undone by a single human misstep. In this episode of the z/Action Podcast, we explore how social engineering exploits human behavior and how awareness, culture, and continuous education can help protect mission-critical environments like IBM Z. Joining us is Niall Ashley, an IBM Champion and security professional passionate about raising awareness of the human side of cybersecurity. Together, we discuss real-world examples, the psychology behind social engineering, and practical ways enterprises can strengthen their “human firewall” to complement the technical resilience of the mainframe. 

Wie organisieren Unternehmen heute den Betrieb geschäftskritischer Mainframe-Systeme – und welche Rolle spielen dabei Managed Services, Outsourcing und neue Betriebsmodelle?In Episode 94 sprechen Heidi Schmidt und Tobias Leicher mit Gerald Mehring über aktuelle Entwicklungen im Mainframe-Umfeld.Gerald Mehring bringt über 30 Jahre Erfahrung aus IT-Outsourcing und Mainframe-Betrieb mit und gibt Einblicke, wie sich der Markt verändert – und welche Strategien Unternehmen verfolgen können, um ihre Systeme stabil zu betreiben und gleichzeitig Raum für Innovation zu schaffen.Im Gespräch geht es unter anderem um:▪ Managed Services für Mainframe-Systeme ▪ Outsourcing-Strategien und Betriebsmodelle ▪ Fachkräfte und Wissenstransfer im Mainframe-Umfeld ▪ Nearshore- und Offshore-Modelle im regulierten Umfeld ▪ Die Rolle des Mainframes in hybriden IT-Architekturen ▪ Warum Mainframe-Kompetenz weiterhin strategisch relevant istDie Diskussion zeigt: Der Mainframe bleibt ein zentraler Bestandteil vieler Unternehmensarchitekturen – entscheidend ist, wie Betrieb, Modernisierung und Ressourcen strategisch organisiert werden.Jetzt Episode 94 anhören

The mainframe is not going anywhere. It is evolving. I just wrapped up a powerful conversation with Matt Whitbourne, VP of Product Management & Design for the BMC Software AMI portfolio.We spoke about something many enterprises are quietly navigating right now:How do you modernize the mainframe without breaking what already works?Here's what stood out to me from our discussion:* Modernization is no longer optional. It is expected.* Cyber resilience is now a board-level conversation.* Data accessibility on the mainframe is becoming critical for AI and enterprise-wide analytics.* Automation is helping teams move faster without compromising stability.Matt also shared how AMI Cloud is evolving, especially around resilience, operational efficiency, and AI-driven capabilities.What I appreciated most was this balance: Enterprises want innovation.But they also want reliability.The mainframe still runs some of the most critical systems in the world. The challenge is not replacing it. The challenge is transforming it. If you work in enterprise IT, data, or platform engineering, this conversation is worth your time.

In this episode of the z/Action Podcast, our community manager Natalie Carrillo speaks with Mark Schettenhelm, Principal Product Manager, about his decades long journey with the mainframe and why IBM Z continues to evolve at the center of enterprise computing.  From solving mission critical problems to leveraging AI for deeper code understanding and log analysis, Mark shares how innovation, persistence and a problem solving mindset are shaping the future of the platform. The conversation highlights how AI is lowering barriers to entry, enabling stronger application insight, and opening new opportunities for the next generation of IBM Z professionals.  Stay ConnectedBe part of the conversation! Join the ISV Ecosystem User Group to explore the latest blogs, events, videos, and more from IBM Z partners and innovators.And don't forget to subscribe to z/Action!Each month, we spotlight some of the world's most innovative companies and how they're driving success with IBM Z.

Visit Mixture of Experts podcast page to get more AI content → https://www.ibm.com/think/podcasts/mixture-of-experts Where does AI actually fit into the mainframe modernization journey? In this week's episode of Mixture of Experts, host Tim Hwang is joined by experts Skyla Loomis, Maryam Ashoori and Kaoutar El Maghraoui. We dive into conversation around AI-powered mainframe modernization and AI builders. Next, 84% of the world has never used AI? A reality check on AI adoption and what needs to change. Finally, OpenClaw exposes some AI agent security gaps. We discuss "agent ops"—the framework for transparency, evaluation, optimization and policy enforcement that makes AI agents production-ready. All that and more on today's Mixture of Experts. 00:00 – Introduction 1:06 – Mainframe modernization 14:18 – AI adoption reality check 29:40 – Security-by-design agentic AI The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity. Learn how to operate AI agents responsibly at scale in the latest Tech Summit → https://ibm.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1749693&tp_key=83a9212ff7&sti=podcast

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We're excited to kick off the 2026 Season 2 of the New to Z: Road to SME podcast with IBM Champions  Steven Perva and Emma Skovgård, exploring how community, curiosity, and modern tooling are shaping the next generation of mainframers.In this episode, we talk about their unconventional paths into the mainframe world and their work building vibrant communities like the Systems Z Enthusiast Discord and Dinoframe. They share lessons on learning curves, modern tools like Python on Z, and the communication skills that help new and experienced mainframers thrive. A quick, inspiring look at two leaders shaping the future of the platform.

 In this episode of the z/Action podcast, we sit down with Vytautas Murauskas, a former IBMer who now brings his expertise to Rocket Software as part of the OMEGAMON support team. Vytautas shares his unique career journey, from his early days in the IBM Z world to his current role supporting one of the industry's most trusted performance and monitoring tools. Along the way, he reflects on career-defining moments, lessons learned, and the evolution of OMEGAMON in addressing modern mainframe challenges. Whether you're curious about building a career in Mainframe or looking for insights into OMEGAMON's impact, this conversation offers the perfect blend of personal storytelling and technical depth.Stay ConnectedBe part of the conversation! Join the ISV Ecosystem User Group to explore the latest blogs, events, videos, and more from IBM Z partners and innovators.And don't forget to subscribe to z/Action!Each month, we spotlight some of the world's most innovative companies and how they're driving success with IBM Z. 

Isabella Green is an out-of-body experiencer and author who claims to have traveled to the "Mainframe" of our reality. In this episode, she describes a terrifying encounter with the entity known in Gnosticism as the Demiurge (Yaldabaoth)—a massive dragon-like being she witnessed wrapped around the Earth, "holding it like prey."We discuss the "Prison Planet" theory, the "Loosh" energy harvest that feeds on human anxiety, and the controversial "White Light" trap at the moment of death. Isabella also breaks down the "Cyborg Agenda" designed to keep souls trapped in the simulation forever and reveals the specific "Departure Protocol" she teaches to escape the reincarnation cycle.

In this episode of z/Action, we sit down with Donna Hudi, IBM Champion, Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Business Development at Phoenix Software International, to explore how behind-the-scenes leadership can be one of the most powerful forms of advocacy. From being welcomed into the mainframe community with no prior Z experience, to mentoring the next generation of talent and supporting first-time presenters, Donna has become a force for inclusive growth and authentic leadership. Whether you're new to IBM Z or guiding others along their journey, this conversation will leave you motivated to engage, contribute, and lead in your own way.Stay ConnectedBe part of the conversation! Join the ISV Ecosystem User Group to explore the latest blogs, events, videos, and more from IBM Z partners and innovators.And don't forget to subscribe to z/Action!Each month, we spotlight some of the world's most innovative companies and how they're driving success with IBM Z.

The GIJOE Holiday Special was produced by Joe Slepski and Ted Jacobson Written by Joe Slepski Musical Segments produced by Ted Jacobson All GIJOE characters are owned by Hasbro and celebrity voices were impersonated. Except Santa Claus. He's very real. This is a loving tribute to our favorite afterschool cartoon, filtered through the legendary Star Wars Holiday Special and an absolute joy to put together due to the incredible talents of our cast. Derrick LeMont (Alpine) is a super talented actor and delight to work with, based out of Los Angeles. You've seen him on Black Lightning and the TV series Them! Check out his IMDB page and follow him! Rammel Chan (Quick Kick) is one of my great creative friends, who took time from his busy stage and screen career (Chicago Med, Somebody Somewhere, I Used to Go Here) to lend us his brilliance. Watch his IMDB page for some exciting new ventures! Joe Goltz (Bazooka) is a longtime creative partner of mine, friend and more importantly, an amazing Trombone player in the Youngblood Brass Band. If you don't know them, educate yourself and thank me later. Paul Galliano (Firefly) Paul is an actor that always delivers, a major GIJOE friend and more importantly a great friend of mine. One of the nicest, most talented people you'll ever know, give him a follow and a Yo Joe! Mark Silgalis (Major Bludd) has been a friend of mine since High School! He played Bludd in our Cold Slither episode and absolutely showed up with his performance here! Bulldogs for life! Phil Morris (Mr. T) Phil Morris is a Hollywood staple. You've seen him on Knight Rider, Star Trek, Mission: Impossible, Doom Patrol, he was Smallville's Martian Manhunter, and he is Seinfeld's Jackie Chiles! What a gentleman and friend, follow Phil and give him some GIJOE fan love. Doug Erholtz (Jackie Love) previously our Columbo, brought DIC's very own Jackie Love to life. Doug has voiced dozens of Anime and Video Game characters, from Street Fighter's Vega, Final Fantasy's Squall to the main Care Bear himself, Grumpy Bear. Find him at fan conventions and say hello from Joe on Joe! Mike Irrizzary (General Hawk) of the What's on Joe Mind Podcast once again returned as General Hawk and he's so good, we need to lobby Hasbro to cast him officially. Mike is a great friend and podcaster and you need to listen to What's on Joe Mind every week! Plug the show! Josh Eggebeen (Tiger Force Outback) Josh runs the After Action Report books and you won't find a more comprehensive look at the comic books of GIJOE than the AAR Books. Check them out! Colton Adams (Tollbooth) is a young actor making a big splash on stage and screen, as his growing IMDB page can attest to. He's such a bright light and I am insanely proud to see him following his dreams. John Pearson (Shipwreck) doesn't realize I'm going to be writing Shipwreck stories where he and Polly get into wacky adventures and Shipwreck learns life lessons. This talent is now in the fold! Josh D. King (Dee-Jay) is a multi-hyphenate talent. Not only is he a musical force, with songs on Spotify and Apple music, but has a new clothing brand, Incklined and a wonderfully successful children's book, I'm a Brilliant Little Black Boy. I was so happy he could join us, as I've been friends with his incredible father for many years now. Talent doesn't fall far from the tree! Our Satin and Weird Al musical segments were written and produced by Ted Jacobson! Wonderful writing brought to life by the vocal stylings of Chiquita Bakana as Satin, and the trio of Rocky Sams, Dimitry Karev & Micko D performing the Weird Al Polka Tribute. Ted has put together complete music videos to go with them on his BarkingFridge YouTube channel. Follow him and subscribe! Matt Plassman (Mainframe) is still tracking Santa, from writers rooms across Hollywood. An incredibly talented writer and continues to bring Mainframe to delightfully nerdy life. Monkees for life. Kevin Brennan (Wild Bill) Everything is bigger in Texas, but nothing bigger than the heart on Writer, Actor and Producer Kevin Brennan. Look for his hilarious movie, It's a Disaster on streamers everywhere. Chrisi Talyn Saje and Jeremy Saje (Cobra Newscasters) Chrisi is the force behind an amazing radio drama podcast, Madison On The Air. With Jeremy as producer, Madison travels through real life vintage radio dramas, bringing modern ridiculousness to vintage episodes. Give that show a listen and follow, they're wonderful friends. Lizzie Czerner (Mary Lou Retton) is just talent through and through. You've heard her before on our My Special Missions episode and she played Satin in our Cold Slither Behind the Rock. This time she brought the effervescent and iconic Mary Lou Retton to pre-recorded life. Brilliant! Rebekah Walendzak Slepski (Cover Girl) Toilet'eel herself brought our favorite Wolverine driver to life. Rebekah is as talented as she is lovely, sharp witted and the kindest sketch comedy instructor/union organizer/actress/writer/director you'll ever meet. None of this would happen without her, so blame her. And as always, I thank you listeners for your years of support, as we head into our 10th year of doing Joe on Joe! I appreciate you more than you'll ever know. And now you Joe, and Joeing is half the battle. Subscribe to the Joe on Joe Podcast! www.joeonjoe.com Apple Podcasts PodBean YouTube Help Support the Show thru Patreon! @JoeonJoepod on  Twitter Facebook Instagram Email Me Here!

In this special December episode of Mainframe Voices, leaders and contributors from across the Open Mainframe Project community share what they are most thankful for this year. From new career opportunities and open source collaboration to supportive teams and personal milestones, our guests reflect on the moments that made 2025 memorable in the mainframe world.Featuring: •Steven Dickens – CEO and Principal Analyst, Top 3 Global Technology Industry Analyst, Advisor to Tech Vendor Executives •Billie Jean Simmons – Software Developer for zDevOps, IBM Wazi, and Cloud IDE; Zowe Explorer Squad Lead •Len Santalucia – CTO Mainframe, AI, Cloud, Analytics, Mobile, Security; IBM Champion and Chairperson of the Linux Foundation Open Mainframe Project •Elliot Jalley – Senior Principal Product Manager, Open Mainframe Project Ambassador •Germanas Šamrickis – Senior Software Engineer at Rocket SoftwareThe Mainframe Connect podcast includes the I Am a Mainframer series, Mainframe Voices, and other conversations with mainframe professionals, sponsored by the Open Mainframe Project, a Linux Foundation initiative.#MainframeVoices #MainframeConnect #OpenMainframeProject #LinuxFoundation #Mainframe #Gratitude #Community

In this episode, you will learn how organizations are modernizing right on their mainframes, using a shared repository of decision logic to make smarter, faster, and more transparent decisions. By combining business rules with AI and machine learning, the mainframe is helping businesses unlock their full potential in today's fast-paced digital world.Watch the episode here: https://ibm.biz/Bdb3p6Stay ConnectedBe part of the conversation! Join the ISV Ecosystem User Group to explore the latest blogs, events, videos, and more from IBM Z partners and innovators.And don't forget to subscribe to z/Action!Each month, we spotlight some of the world's most innovative companies and how they're driving success with IBM Z.

In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) chat with Lezlie Browder, A Technologist Devoted to Lifelong Learning. She shares her decades-long career as a mainframe mentor, instructor, and technologist. She reflects on inclusive tech culture, teaching across generations, volunteering, and offering grounded advice for women balancing caregiving, career growth, and lifelong learning.Links and Resources Mentioned in the Episode:- Open Mainframe Project Mentorship Program: https://openmainframeproject.org/projects/mentorship/- IBM TechXchange Community: https://community.ibm.com/community/user/my-community- Black Girls Code: https://www.wearebgc.org/- Blind Service Chicago: https://www.blindservicechicago.org/- Source: Isha Jain, “Care responsibilities impact career choices for 40% of women in tech,” Data Centre & Network News, Tech Talent Charter survey, retrieved from dcnnmagazine.com: https://dcnnmagazine.com/news/care-responsibilities-impact-career-choices-for-40-of-women-in-tech/

Send us a textDive into the powerful world of mainframes! Chief Product Officer of IBM Z and LinuxONE, Tina Tarquinio, reveals the truth behind those eight nines of uptime and explores how mainframes are evolving with AI, hybrid cloud, and future-proofing strategies for mission-critical business decisions. Discover the cutting-edge innovations transforming enterprise computing—from on-chip AIU and Spyre AI accelerators enabling real-time inferencing at transaction speed, to how LinuxONE is redefining hybrid cloud architecture.  Tina discusses DevOps integration, AI-powered code assistants revolutionizing mainframe development, compelling AI use cases, and shares her bold predictions for the mainframe's next 100 years.  Plus, career advice from a tech leader and what she does for fun!00:46 Tina Tarquinio03:18 The Most Mainframe Surprise09:12 What IS the Mainframe Really?  8 Nines!14:40 On Chip AIU, Spyre Inferencing18:11 Mainframes with Hybrid Cloud19:11 The Linux One Pitch19:59 Exciting Mainframe Innovations22:09 DevOps23:36 Code Assistants26:03 AI Use Case27:49 Future Proofing Decisions37:17 Regulations38:45 Bold Prediction38:58 Mainframe 10040:48 Career Advice42:24 For FunLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tina-tarquinioWebsite: https://www.ibm.com/products/z#MakingDataSimple #IBMz #Mainframe #LinuxONE #AIInferencing #SpyreAccelerator #HybridCloud #EnterpriseAI #DevOps #AICodeAssistant #EightNines #TinaTarquinio #MainframeModernization #AIUChip #FutureProofing #TechLeadership #WatsonxCodeAssistant #CloudComputing #TelumIIWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Send us a textDive into the powerful world of mainframes! Chief Product Officer of IBM Z and LinuxONE, Tina Tarquinio, reveals the truth behind those eight nines of uptime and explores how mainframes are evolving with AI, hybrid cloud, and future-proofing strategies for mission-critical business decisions. Discover the cutting-edge innovations transforming enterprise computing—from on-chip AIU and Spyre AI accelerators enabling real-time inferencing at transaction speed, to how LinuxONE is redefining hybrid cloud architecture.  Tina discusses DevOps integration, AI-powered code assistants revolutionizing mainframe development, compelling AI use cases, and shares her bold predictions for the mainframe's next 100 years.  Plus, career advice from a tech leader and what she does for fun!00:46 Tina Tarquinio03:18 The Most Mainframe Surprise09:12 What IS the Mainframe Really?  8 Nines!14:40 On Chip AIU, Spyre Inferencing18:11 Mainframes with Hybrid Cloud19:11 The Linux One Pitch19:59 Exciting Mainframe Innovations22:09 DevOps23:36 Code Assistants26:03 AI Use Case27:49 Future Proofing Decisions37:17 Regulations38:45 Bold Prediction38:58 Mainframe 10040:48 Career Advice42:24 For FunLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tina-tarquinioWebsite: https://www.ibm.com/products/z#MakingDataSimple #IBMz #Mainframe #LinuxONE #AIInferencing #SpyreAccelerator #HybridCloud #EnterpriseAI #DevOps #AICodeAssistant #EightNines #TinaTarquinio #MainframeModernization #AIUChip #FutureProofing #TechLeadership #WatsonxCodeAssistant #CloudComputing #TelumIIWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

✅ Silicon Valley entrepreneurship takes on a whole new meaning in this conversation with Lin Wu, whose extraordinary journey from a broom shop to a Fortune 500 technology executive embodies the true immigrant entrepreneur story, the evolution of Silicon Valley history, and the modern pressures of AI and the future of work. In this episode, we explore the insights, lessons, and pivotal moments that shaped one of the earliest engineers in Silicon Valley—and what his story means for anyone navigating today's rapidly shifting tech landscape.If you're researching how Silicon Valley really works, how careers in tech evolve, or whether innovation still lives in the Valley, this episode brings clarity. Listeners searching for how to break into tech, how AI is changing software jobs, or how immigrants succeed in entrepreneurship will hear real-world stories from someone who lived through the transistor revolution, the birth of mainframes, and the rise of venture-backed startups. Lin Wu provides candid insight into how the industry has changed—and what remains timeless.For founders, engineers, and professionals evaluating where to build their career, Lin breaks down the competitive realities of today's tech ecosystem, from tech career advice to the impact of rise of AI in tech, chip war and semiconductor industry dynamics, and the truth about cost of living in Silicon Valley. His decades of experience at IBM, Fujitsu partnerships, and startup building reveal how today's challenges mirror—and differ from—the early days of modern computing.This video helps answer key questions people frequently search:Is Silicon Valley still worth moving to?How will AI reshape software careers?Can immigrants still achieve the American Dream?How should students choose majors for the future economy?Where is the AI race between the U.S. and China actually heading?Lin Wu's wisdom offers not just answers—but perspective. You'll walk away with actionable insights on innovation, mindset, adaptability, and how to thrive as technology undergoes the biggest transition since the birth of the PC.⭐ Timestamps (15:36 total)00:00 – Introduction to Lin Wu01:00 – Immigrant beginnings and early struggles02:00 – Paying for school and first jobs in America03:00 – Entering the Ivy League and meeting IBM04:00 – Mainframe computing and the birth of Silicon Valley05:00 – Venture capital and the first startup experience06:00 – The Japanese partnership and technology transfer07:00 – Growing a company into the Fortune 50008:00 – Then vs. Now: Evolution of Silicon Valley09:00 – AI, chips, Nvidia, and the U.S.–China tech race10:00 – Remote work, Austin & Miami migrations11:00 – The American Dream then and now12:00 – How the iPhone changed tech forever13:00 – Who is winning the LLM race?14:00 – Career advice for the next generation15:00 – How to find Lin Wu's book⭐ Hashtags#SiliconValley #Entrepreneurship #LinWu #ImmigrantSuccess #AIRevolution #TechCareers #StartupLife #AmericanDream #SiliconValleyHistory #FutureOfWork #AIandTech #SemiconductorIndustry #Nvidia #TSMC #VentureCapitalTo check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphdDisclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.  Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphdSubscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show!Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) chat with Sudharsana Srinivasan, a champion for mentorship and mainframe advocacy. She opens up about her journey from studying computer science in India to leading firmware development at IBM, sharing the lessons she's learned along the way. Sudharsana talks about her passion for helping the next generation, the value of connecting what you learn to real-world opportunities, and how mentorship can create a ripple effect of growth and empowerment.Links and Resources Mentioned in the Episode:Open Mainframe Project Mentorship Program: https://openmainframeproject.org/projects/mentorship/Open Mainframe Project COBOL Programming Course: https://openmainframeproject.org/projects/cobol-programming-course/ibm.biz/mentor-today: http://ibm.biz/mentor-todayibm.biz/newtoibmz: http://ibm.biz/newtoibmz

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The United Terran Guard infiltrates the exclusive Club Void under the guise of a traveling band, using music and glamour in search of Sandman. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

The United Terran Guard launches a high-stakes mission to Echo 7 in Antarctica to rescue Dr. Piers and prevent an all out war with the machines.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

The UTG infiltrate the main laboratory, caught in the crossfire between mercenaries and highly advanced automatons using non-lethal yet coordinated combat tactics. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

Sent to a sealed research facility in Russia, the UTG uncovers cryptic transmissions, stolen technology, and evidence that Dr. Piers' work has spiraled far beyond control.   bit.ly/4mFi3cy   Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

In the Arctic wilderness, Torin and Ragnulf brave a blizzard to hunt down escaping drones and secure the missing prototype. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

In the Arctic wilderness, Torin and Ragnulf brave a blizzard to hunt down escaping drones and secure the missing prototype. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) chat with Meredith Stowell, Vice President of IBM Z & LinuxONE Ecosystem, a visionary leader helping more people find their way into tech. Meredith shares how her career shaped her leadership philosophy, her advocacy for non-traditional pathways that create a sustainable workforce, and her vision for building diverse, inclusive global ecosystems.For a transcript of this episode, visit https://openmainframeproject.org/mainframe-coven/mainframe-coven-meredith-stowell/Links and Resources Mentioned in the Episode:- ibm.biz/ztalent

In a brutal firefight with automated turrets, the team combines shapeshifting trickery, swordsmanship, lightning strikes, and precision gunfire to retaliate against the facility's defenses. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

A talented lady with an awesome voice. AZSH makes a return visit to The Antidote to share about her cover of an epic mainstream song. We also hear covers recorded by Five Iron Frenzy, Mainframe, Big Daddy Weave, Anberlin, WANUS and more. A full hour of cover songs!

At S.O.A.R. headquarters, Director Locke briefs the newly assembled superteam on their first mission: investigate White Spire, a covert drone telemetry facility in the Netherlands that has gone dark under mysterious circumstances. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

Torin Storm—rock star, lightning-wielder, and S.O.A.R recruiter—assembles a diverse team, bringing in Ragnulf, Xero the amnesiac cyber-warrior, and Derek “Lazarus” the sword-wielding librarian. Together, this unlikely alliance begins its mission to defend Earth from supernatural threats and restore balance to a world scarred by dark forces. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

You Don't Have to Fire Up the Mainframe; Who's This Other Celebrity With a Color in Their Name?

Six months after a catastrophic breach between Terra Prime and the Shadow Dimension, the newly formed global defense agency S.O.A.R. begins assembling the United Terran Guard—a coalition of veteran heroes and fresh champions from around the world. bit.ly/4mFi3cy Credit: Mainframe Logo by Tony Stephens Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anuch/alert

In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) chat with Former SHARE President Pam Taylor, a historian turned mainframer who ended up making history herself. Pam shares her journey into enterprise tech, her advocacy for standards and user-focused solutions, and how she blends technical expertise with creative storytelling.Mainframe Coven is a 10-part mini-series honoring the past, present, and future women of IT. It's about real stories from the essential yet unseen minds behind the machines.The podcast is sponsored by the Open Mainframe Project, a Linux Foundation project that aims to build community and adoption of Open Source on the mainframe by eliminating barriers to Open Source adoption on the mainframe, demonstrating the value of the mainframe.For a transcript of this episode, visit https://openmainframeproject.org/mainframe-coven/mainframe-coven-pam-taylor/Links and Resources Mentioned in the Episode:- SHARE's Women of Influence in Mainframe: https://blog.share.org/Article/shares-women-of-influence-in-mainframe- Pam Taylor's Website: https://pamela-taylor.com/

In this exciting episode of Mainframe Voices, we look forward to the Open Mainframe Project's presence at three major 2025 events: SHARE, TechXchange, and GS UK. Featuring insights from leaders on the 2025 program committees, this episode explores what attendees can expect from these conferences and why they're pivotal for the mainframe community.Our guests share their enthusiasm for the innovative sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities planned, highlighting how these events will showcase the latest advancements in mainframe technology and foster collaboration within the open-source ecosystem.Guests:• Donna Hudi – Chief Marketing Officer @Phoenix Software International• Fernando Rijo Cedeno – R&D Engineer Software 4 (Staff) @Broadcom Inc.• Elizabeth K. Joseph – Linux Systems Engineer, Open Source Program Office for IBM Z and LinuxONE• Maemalynn Nokdhes Meanor – Director of Marketing Communications & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Ambassador @The Linux FoundationThe Mainframe Connect podcast, including the I am a Mainframer and Riveting Mainframe Voices series, under the Open Mainframe Project, an initiative dedicated to building community and adoption of open source on the mainframe.Join us to discover what's in store for the mainframe community at these must-attend 2025 events!#Mainframe #OpenMainframeProject #LinuxFoundation #MainframeConnect #MainframeVoices #SHARE2025 #TechXchange2025 #GSUK2025 #MainframeInnovation

It's Seeking Sunday! Ben here, today Hesse and I help Jacques audition for Big Brother which we think he will get despite not meeting about half of the eligibility requirements. Then we get to your calls and discuss how to hit on trans women, how to convince your BPD friend to undergo a procedure which freezes their flight or fight response, and what to do post small town cancellation.