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The SDG Podcast
The fun is in the learning! Join SDG podcasters as they delve into tech, life and personal passions. From scrum masters and cloud platforms to beer brewing and superhero movies, they cover it all. Our hosts are joined by various guests as they lead conversations on compelling topics that are guaranteed to provoke thought, challenge ideas, and maybe even make you chuckle a few times.
Episodes
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Calendar Tetris: Juggling Multiple Customers
Paul Wiedel joins the podcast team to discuss the reality of managing multiple clients simultaneously, ranging from handling two or three accounts to juggling double-digit workloads, and how success depends heavily on planning, scheduling discipline, and constant context switching across...
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AI, Trust & The Human Factor
AI can be incredibly useful—and occasionally incredibly confident while being completely wrong. In this episode, Eric and Dean join Peter and Kyle to unpack the fear, hype, and reality surrounding AI. from job replacement and energy consumption to hallucinations, bias, and the challenge of…
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The Unwritten Rules of Consulting
Consulting comes with plenty of unwritten rules: own your mistakes, communicate thoughtfully, document your work, and maybe don’t come in hot on day one. In this episode, we unpack the habits that help consultants build trust, navigate client environments, and become the kind of partner people...
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Who Owns The Code, Part 2
This episode is Part 2 of Who Owns The Code. The team explores how “vibe coding” with AI is reshaping who can build software inside organizations, and what happens when prototypes start drifting toward production without traditional engineering guardrails. The group unpacks ideas like “golden...
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Onboarding: The Good, The Bad, The Awkward
In this episode, the team dives into the reality of onboarding—when starting a new role can mean anything from a perfectly prepared desk and ready-to-go laptop to sitting in a lobby wondering where to even begin. They share stories from both ends of the spectrum: seamless welcomes that make you...
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Accessibility Isn't an Afterthought
Camille Westfall joins Allison, Peter, and Kyle to dive into the world of accessibility—from web design to physical spaces. Discover why shifting accessibility left in your process saves time and money, how universal design benefits everyone, and what new legal standards mean for your business....
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Passkeys: The Future Isn't Password Protected
Passwords have had a good run—but their days may finally be numbered. This episode dives into the rise of passkeys, why they're more secure than traditional passwords, and why adopting them isn't always as simple as clicking "Enable."
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Vibe Coding: AI Meets Low-Code
This episode explores the intersection of AI-driven "vibe coding" and traditional low code tools, discussing how platforms like Microsoft Power Apps and Copilot are making app development more accessible, the challenges of governance and reliability, and the evolving role of citizen developers in...
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More Than a Conference: Open Source North
The episode covers the behind-the-scenes of the Open Source North Conference, featuring Jeff, Avery, Jona, and Kyle discussing event growth, logistics, volunteer coordination, intern experiences, sponsor highlights, and the importance of community in the Twin Cities tech scene.
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The Internet's Identity Crisis
In this episode, the team dives into the Dead Internet Theory, AI-generated content, bot armies, and the increasingly blurry line between authentic and artificial online experiences. Along the way, they share stories of fake reviews, questionable influencers, and the ongoing quest to find actual...
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The Dungeon Master's New Tool Kit
Dungeons & Dragons meets modern technology as Steve, Kyle, Allison, and Peter explore how digital tools, AI, and streaming have transformed gameplay, making character creation, campaign management, and remote play easier—while still valuing the magic of in-person sessions, physical dice, and...
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Care, Don't Carry
A Practical Conversation on Mental Health
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Data Centers Don't Have to Suck
The episode explores the controversies and misconceptions around data centers, focusing on their environmental impact, especially water and power usage, and community concerns like noise and job creation. James Kirwin and Eric Schneider join Kyle to discuss practical solutions for making data...
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Who Owns the Code?
As AI-powered "vibe coding" puts app development into the hands of non-engineers, organizations face a new challenge: balancing innovation with governance. The team explores the opportunities and risks of citizen development, from shadow IT and security concerns to the guardrails, processes, and...
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Beyond the Box Score
John Brindel joins Chad and Peter to dive into the world of sports statistics. They explore how baseball metrics have evolved from batting averages to advanced analytics like WAR and exit velocity and discuss the impact of Moneyball, the rise of sports gambling, and how data-driven decisions are...
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Enshittification: The Discussion
The team discusses Cory Doctorow's "Enshittification," exploring how companies like Amazon and Google shift from customer-focused to profit-driven, leading to worse experiences. They share personal anecdotes about shrinking products and dynamic pricing, debate the challenges of breaking up...
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Post Covid Habits: Keep or Toss?
This episode explores how COVID has reshaped everyday life, from digital menus and hybrid work to evolving social habits and tipping culture. The group discusses which pandemic-driven changes are worth keeping, shares personal anecdotes about adapting to new norms, and debates the impact on...
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AI Brain Fry: Navigating Fatigue
The team candidly discusses the realities of "AI brain fry"—the exhaustion from rapid AI-driven workflows, tool overload, and the loss of mentoring satisfaction. They share personal experiences with Copilot, Claude, and Figma, debate the challenges of reviewing AI-generated code, and reflect on…
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The Everyday Impact of AI
In this episode, the team explores how AI is transforming their daily work—from streamlining project management and design to accelerating code reviews and troubleshooting. They share practical examples, discuss customization and responsible use, and highlight both the benefits and challenges of...
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The AI Copyright Conundrum
AI and copyright law are at a crossroads: the team explores how recent rulings mean works created solely by AI can't be copyrighted, sparking debate about the role of human creativity versus machine-generated content. The conversation highlights unresolved legal risks, ethical dilemmas, and the...
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Linear Programming Unpacked
Linear programming may sound complex, but it’s all about solving real-world problems. The team shares how LP powers everything from ad spend optimization to supply chain decisions, clears up common misconceptions, and talks about the real challenges—messy data, tricky constraints, and turning...
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Soft Skills: Beyond the Code
Consultants from the Learning Lab community share insights on the importance of soft skills, authentic communication, and building trust when joining new teams. They discuss practical strategies for navigating challenging client environments, managing personal and professional boundaries, and the...
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Empathy by Design
Allison Lorenzo joins the team to explore how storytelling and empathy shape great products. From personas and journey maps to lessons learned the hard way, the group explores how empathy shapes better outcomes, where AI fits in, and why human connection—and shared stories—still do the real heavy...
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Nailed It! (eventually)
The team shares stories from their favorite projects—highlighting tough technical challenges, real-world impact, and the relationships that made the work meaningful. A quick look at what turns good projects into great ones (plus a nod to breakfast sandwiches).
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Breaking Through Plateaus
Peter, Kyle and Eric explore the frustration of learning plateaus—from learning the guitar, to running and programming—and how persistence, new strategies, and small wins spark breakthroughs. With humor and practical insight, they remind us to enjoy the journey, not just the finish line.
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Just Talkin' Tech
The podcast crew swap stories and hot takes on modern gadgets—from wireless frustrations and pricey laptops to AI, batteries, and self-driving cars. With humor and real-world examples, they explore privacy, retail tech, social media, and how technology keeps reshaping everyday life.
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Networking: Good & Bad
Networking is how careers really happen. Steve, Molly, Peter, and Kyle share real stories about hidden job markets, referrals, reputation, and why building relationships before you need them matters. A practical, honest look at networking beyond the awkward small talk.
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Winning Routines
A lively roundtable digs into how routines shape work and life—from morning habits to Agile standups. Through personal stories and debate, the team explores checklists, AI’s role in standards, and why staying disciplined is key to productivity and project success.
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2026: Predictions & Possibilities
The team jumps into 2026 with bold predictions and honest takes on AI agents, automation, and the tech trends shaping the year ahead. From healthcare and creativity to robot taxis and simpler tech, it’s a fast-paced look at what’s exciting, what’s questionable, and what’s coming next
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2025 Year in Review
Join Kyle, Chad, Peter, and Eric as they revisit their 2025 tech predictions, score their accuracy, and dive into the impact of AI on developer productivity, social media, and daily life. Hear firsthand experiences with AI tools, debates on self-driving cars, and insights into the evolving tech...
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2025 AWS re:Invent Recap
Jason Lehmer joins Peter, Chad and Kyle as they recap their experiences at AWS Reinvent 2025. From navigating a packed conference and exploring the AI-driven Kiro IDE, to enjoying sumo wrestling and a Beck concert, the team dives into the latest trends in cloud technology, practical takeaways for...
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Will the AI Boom Bust?
Join Kyle, Peter, Chad, and Ben as they break down the AI boom—hype, hope, and hard realities. From AGI dreams and $600B data center buildouts to energy demands, bubble-burst scenarios, and why 95% of corporate AI projects fail, the crew digs into what’s real and what’s noise.
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Lead by Letting Go
Steve Bunda and Dean Duffing join Kyle and Peter to explore the challenges of stepping back, empowering others, and leading with humility. Hear real stories and practical strategies for handing off responsibility, supporting growth, and navigating leadership’s ups and downs.
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Tech Myths - Busted
Join Chad, Peter, Eric, and Kyle as they tackle tech myths—from smart devices eavesdropping to battery charging habits and the real risks of public Wi-Fi. This episode blends humor, practical advice, and a reality check on what’s fact and what’s fiction in today’s tech landscape.
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Fast Zombies Are the Worst!
Join Kyle, Peter, Allison and Nick for a Halloween chat that turns into a debate on whether AI is making us quicker—or just “fast zombies.” The crew swaps zombie stories and digs into how AI might erode skills, spread misinformation, and dull our reasoning.
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Movie Tech We Wish Was Real
Ever wanted a lightsaber, replicator, or flying car? Join Kyle, Eric, Peter, and Paul as they try to decide which futuristic inventions should be real and which are better left to the Jedi.
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Cutting Corners (Safely)
Power tools, and the fine line between DIY and disaster — in this episode, Kyle, Peter, Eric and Bennett share jaw-dropping injury stories, debate safety regulations, and dish out practical tips to keep your fingers intact. From saws with high-tech brakes to the hidden costs of renovation, we…
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Particle Physics & Data Science
Join Kyle, Dan, Eric, and guest Ben Messerly for a deep dive into the world of particle physics and big data. Ben shares stories from his time at CERN and Fermilab, revealing how massive detectors work and what it takes to make sense of billions of particle collisions. The team also explores the...
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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 stories about the struggle to stay connected and focused. Along the way, they offer practical tips...
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Old ways vs. new
In this episode, Kyle, Eric, Peter, and Chad explore the perks and pitfalls of modern convenience culture—from gig apps and food delivery to self-driving cars and digital payments. With humor and candid stories, they dig into trust, oversight, and the hidden costs of making life “easier.”
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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 examples of invisible governance, early planning, and balancing user needs with organizational goals.
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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 premier Midwest tech event. They reflect on OSN’s community-first focus, lessons learned, and how...
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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 Edition trade-offs, and practical tips for planning and executing a smooth transition. Packed…
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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 they’ve built bridges—ranging from structured meetings to after-work happy hours. They explore how silos...
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Oops! Did I delete that?
You messed up, now what? Kyle, Peter, Chad, and Bennett share their biggest IT blunders—from vanishing inboxes to misfired emails—and the lessons that came with them. Tune in for honesty, recovery tips, and a few laughs along the way.
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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 everyday life and how sometimes the best solutions are the simplest ones
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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 and content platforms alike. They explore the risks of misinformation, the future of online...
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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 modernize, the pitfalls to avoid, and why success is about more than just technology.
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Is SaaS Dying?
Is SaaS going to die? Or be replaced by agentic AI? Inspired by Satya Nadella’s (Microsoft) speculation on the topic, Kyle and Peter are joined by Molly Doyle and Nick Bruecken to dive into this intriguing topic. Providing a recap from a panel discussion at MNTech in May, they explore the…
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When it just has to work
Eric Schneider joins the podcasters as they dive into the importance of technology that just works. They cover the challenges of coding and debugging applications, the role of AI as an assistant in that process and the significance of the user experience in determining the success of tech products.
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The fun is in the learning! Join SDG podcasters as they delve into tech, life and personal passions. From scrum masters and cloud platforms to beer brewing and superhero movies, they cover it all. Our hosts are joined by various guests as they lead conversations on compelling topics that are guaranteed to provoke thought, challenge ideas, and maybe even make you chuckle a few times.
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