The Mainframe Connect podcast includes the I am a Mainframer series, Riveting Mainframe Voices series, and other content exploring relevant topics with mainframe professionals. The I am a Mainframer series explores the careers of those in the mainframe ecosystem. Hosted by Steven Dickens. 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 o ...
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Your host, Andy, and guests break down the technology in your favorite movies/tv shows. They will discuss everything, from plotlines to plot holes, while keeping an eye on how technology is represented. Find out if your favorite movie/tv show got technology right… or wrong… or ridiculously wrong.
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Tune in for lively, insightful discussion of topics important to the mainframe community, from DevOps to security and staffing. 2020 & 2024 winner of the DevOps Dozen Award for Best DevOps-Related Podcast Series.
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The infamous RPG Mainframe returns with new episodes about every aspect of our glorious hobby, all with the deep thinking you expect from Runehammer! Let’s dive in...
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Join Rob Anderson in this brand-new podcast as he meets with some of the IT industry’s leading influencers to chat all things mainframe: where they’ve been; where they’re going, and how they’re continuing to drive the world’s most important industries with the assistance of modernization specialists. This podcast is brought to you by Advanced’s Cloud & IT Services. oneadvanced.com/mainframe
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Mainframe Coven: The Historian Mainframer that Made History: Interview with Pam Taylor
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36:00In 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-fo…
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Looking Ahead: Open Mainframe’s Impact at SHARE, TechXchange, and GS UK 2025
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24:45In 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.O…
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Have you ever wanted a time machine? Or how about a teleporter? How many lightsabers would you have? In this episode, we list our top 5 favorite technologies featured in movies and television shows.بقلم SolarWinds LLC
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Mainframe Modernization with AIOps: Insights from the Field
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54:03GigaOm Field CTO Darrel Kent, BMC Technology Solutions Director Jeremy Hamilton, and BMC Principal Solution Marketing Manager for AIOps Nick Mears discuss the evolution of mainframe operations towards modernization, focusing on the integration of AIOps and generative AI as well as the drivers behind this shift, including business needs and technica…
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Mainframe Coven: When Computers Wore Skirts
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46:08In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) look back at a time when women were central to computing and examine how and why that changed, even though the work didn’t. Together they reflect on software engineering, cultural bias, instituti…
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In this episode of Mainframe Coven, Jessielaine Punongbayan (Product Manager, Dynatrace) and Richelle Anne Craw (Software Engineer, Beta Systems Software) dive into the origins of the term "Kilogirl", explore its historical context, and discuss the importance of women’s visibility in tech.Together, they reflect on the legacy of women in computing, …
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Mainframe Voices: TAC Leadership Driving Open Source Innovation
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17:01In this episode of Mainframe Voices, we dive into the critical role of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) within the Open Mainframe Project. Featuring insights from esteemed TAC leaders, this episode explores how their leadership fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth in the open-source mainframe ecosystem.Our distinguished guests share …
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Closing the Mainframe Expertise Gap with GenAI and AI Agents
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36:18Intellyx Director and Principal Analyst Jason English, BMC Senior Manager of Product Management Liat Sokolov, and BMC Distinguished Engineer Anthony DiStauro explore the challenges organizations face in managing scattered institutional knowledge and how generative AI, specialized language models, and AI agents can bridge knowledge gaps, improve ope…
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Willy Wonka, but with video games. It's too bad there was no unsettling scene like the tunnel ride in this movie.بقلم SolarWinds LLC
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In this episode of the Mainframe Connect podcast's I Am a Mainframer series, host Steven Dickens welcomes Natalie Carrillo from IBM to share her fascinating journey into the mainframe ecosystem. From choosing marketing over systems engineering to becoming a key player in nurturing IBM Z's global Independent Software Vendor (ISV) community, Natalie …
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Travolta vs. Jackman, Wolverine vs. Barbarino, who will win? Swordfish is a ridiculous movie, but hey, it's fun to watch. I think that describes most Joel Silver-produced movies. We delve deep into the elite, cyberworld of Swordfish and ask, what is the obsession with claymores in this movie?بقلم SolarWinds LLC
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I am a Mainframer: Richelle Anne Craw
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21:49In this episode of the Mainframe Connect podcast's I am a Mainframer series, Richelle from Beta Systems shares her inspiring journey from the Philippines to Austria in the mainframe industry. Starting as a COBOL programmer trainee, Richelle transitioned through roles in systems programming and open-source development, becoming a key contributor to …
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Automating Mainframe Operations: Smarter, Simpler, Stronger
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19:36BMC Senior Solution Engineer Steven Dzikowski, Senior Principal Solution Engineer Gilles Robert, and Principal Product Manager Paul Spicer discuss the critical role of automation in modern mainframe operations, addressing workforce challenges, the integration of automation with IT practices, and the future of automation with AI and machine learning…
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Good morning. In less than an hour, aircraft from here will join others from around the world. And you will be launching the largest aerial battle in the history of mankind. "Mankind." That word should have new meaning for all of us today. We can't be consumed by our petty differences anymore. We will be united in our common interests. Perhaps it's…
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Mainframe Voices - New Mainframe from New Mainframers: IBM z17 First Impressions
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26:20In this special episode of Mainframe Voices, we explore the excitement surrounding IBM's April 8th announcement of the z17 mainframe through the perspectives of those newer to the mainframe ecosystem. For many of these professionals, this was their first-ever IBM mainframe launch experience.Our guests share what excited them most about the new IBM …
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What does IT stand for? No, the specific letters I and T. The IT Crowd is more than just a workplace comedy, it has entered the comedy lexicon all across the globe. Chrystal and I talk about the imprint it has left on us as we discuss our favorite moments from one of our favorite shows.بقلم SolarWinds LLC
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Mainframe Voices: Celebrating Women's History Month with IBM Champions
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24:15In celebration of Women's History Month, this special Mainframe Voices episode features first-time IBM Champions of 2025 sharing the influential women and advice that shaped their careers. Learn about the mentors, role models, and wisdom that helped these professionals succeed in the mainframe ecosystem.Discover powerful insights as these leaders r…
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Have you ever wanted to play Call of Duty, but for real? Yeah, me neither. They should make a sequel to this movie with Animal Crossing.بقلم SolarWinds LLC
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Banking on the Future: Tackling FinServ Challenges with a Modern Mainframe
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40:22Intellyx Principal Analyst and CTO Eric Newcomer leads a discussion with BMC Area Director Duncan Ash, BMC Sales Director Ted Bakon, and BMC Vice President of Solution Marketing Management Priya Doty, exploring the current trends, challenges, and transformations within the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) industries. Key topics inc…
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The Game-Changing Benefits of AIOps for Modern Mainframe Operations
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38:01BMC Director of Product Management Alan Warhurst and Field Chief Technology Officer Jeremy Hamilton discuss the current state of AIOps, its evolution, and its impact on mainframe operations. They explore the challenges faced by operations teams and the transformative role of AIOps in managing data complexity, optimizing resource usage, and preparin…
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The Future is Hybrid: 2025 Predictions for GenAI and Mainframe Transformation
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40:45Led by Intellyx Director and Principal Analyst Jason English, BMC DevOps Evangelist Tony Anter, Principal Product Manager Liat Sokolov, and R &D Solutions Architect Anthony DiStauro discuss the evolving role of artificial intelligence in mainframe computing, focusing on how AI can enhance operations, improve performance management, and increase the…
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In this episode of the Mainframe Connect podcast's I Am A Mainframer series, Gerald Mitchell, Chief Testing Tools Architect and Senior Technical Staff Member at IBM, shares his journey in the mainframe industry. From his early days as an intern at IBM in 1997 to his current role revolutionising testing tools, Gerald offers unique insights into main…
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Your Mainframe in an Era of Efficiency: What To Do When the Government Says "Modernize!"
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27:54HyperFRAME Research CEO and Principal Analyst Steven Dickens, BMC DevOps Evangelist Tony Anter, and BMC Lead Product Manager Mark Schettenhelm discuss the efficiency of government IT, particularly focusing on the mainframe. The conversation debunks common myths surrounding mainframe technology, highlights the importance choosing the right system fo…
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In this episode of the Mainframe Connect podcast's I am a Mainframer series, Steven Perva, Expert Mainframe Innovation Engineer at Ensono, shares his unique journey in the mainframe industry. From his early days fixing point-of-sale systems with his father to winning IBM's Master of the Mainframe contest in college, Steven's path led him to IBM Pou…
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Is there anyone cooler than Chris Knight? Except for Val Kilmer himself? I don't think so. A movie so good I wore out the tape.بقلم SolarWinds LLC
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Goodbye Tape, Hello Cloud - The Future of Mainframe Data Storage
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45:47BMC AMI Cloud Sales Specialist Colleen Gordon and Senior Product Manager Tomer Zelberzvig discuss the history of secondary storage of mainframe data, the current state of tape and VTL, how object storage is the future of mainframe data storage, and how the new Cloud Data Sets feature in BMC AMI Cloud Data is changing the way data storage is handled…
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In this episode of the I am a Mainframer podcast, Steve Steuart, mainframe modernization lead at Accenture, shares his fascinating journey in the mainframe industry. Starting as a computer operator in Panama during the 1980s, Steve has built a career focused on migration projects and modernization strategies. He reflects on the enduring role of mai…
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Episode 74: Cracking the Code of Improv
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51:42Hang around for some mailbag questions and our discussion on improv with special guest Josh Holober-Ward of Sidequest Theater.بقلم rpg-mainframe
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In this episode of I Am a Mainframer, we sit down with Gary Thornhill, CEO and founder of PopUp Mainframe, to explore his intriguing journey through the IT industry. From an unexpected start at IBM to navigating challenges in banking, Gary shares how his expertise in mainframe technology, MQSeries, and DevOps shaped his career. Hear how these exper…
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Episode 73: The Dr. Manhattan Syndrome
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40:27Join me in this deep think of knowing too much, through the eyes of Dr. Manhatten.بقلم rpg-mainframe
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Episode 72: Facing Big Changes ft. Elder Goblin Games
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43:36Jorbin and I discuss the changes we've faced and how the hobby gets through it all.بقلم rpg-mainframe
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Episode 71: What's Next? ft. Elder Goblin Games
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45:15The RPG Mainframe returns! Listen in as Jorbin and I chat about what's next.بقلم rpg-mainframe
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Next-Gen Mainframers Discuss Their Experiences on the Platform
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28:21BMC Technology Solutions Director and DevOps Evangelist Anthony Anter leads a roundtable discussion with BMC Associate Solution Engineer Rachel Clevenger and Senior Associate Software Consultants Nick Guillemette and Dakota Locklear about their careers, what drew them to the platform, and how mainframe organizations can attract new talent.Links:Blo…
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I am a Mainframer Fernando Rijo Cedeno
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28:33In this episode of the "I Am a Mainframer" podcast, guest host Donna Hudi chats with Fernando Rijo Cedeno, a research and development engineer at Broadcom. Fernando reflects on his roots in the Dominican Republic and how his Hispanic heritage has influenced his work in the mainframe community. As a Zowe CLI squad leader, he led efforts to make Zowe…
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The Role of Generative AI in Mainframe Transformation
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41:58Intellyx Director and Principal Analyst Jason English joins BMC Vice President of R&D David Jeffries, Vice President of Solution Marketing Management Priya Doty, Senior Product Development Architect Anthony DiStauro, and Principal Product Manager Liat Sokolov for a roundtable discussion about the role of artificial intelligence in mainframe transfo…
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AI, Intelligent Automation & A Future-Proof Interface for Mainframe Ops
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40:32BMC Director of Product Management Alan Warhurst, Senior Solution Engineer Steven Dzikowski, and Principal Solution Marketing Manager Nick Mears explore how cutting-edge technologies like AI, machine learning (ML), and intelligent automation are revolutionizing mainframe operations, all within the context of a future-proof interface designed specif…
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In this episode of the I Am a Mainframer podcast, Sam Golob delves into the history of the CBT Tape, a vital collection of user-created software for mainframe systems programming. Golob shares how the CBT Tape began in the 1970s, evolving from a physical tape to an online repository. He also discusses his role in maintaining this key resource, whic…
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Ransomware and Immutable Backups on the Mainframe
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20:55BMC AMI Cloud Sales Specialist Colleen Gordon and Worldwide Director of Cybersecurity Sales Ken Chism talk about the threat of ransomware on the mainframe, how organizations can work to prevent attacks, how to recover in the event of an attack, and the importance of immutable backups to those recovery efforts.Links:White Paper: Mainframe Under Atta…
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In this episode of the I Am a Mainframer podcast, host Steven Dickens sits down with Riya Sahu, a passionate mainframe developer at Kyndryl, to explore her inspiring journey in the world of mainframe technology. Riya describes her career move from India to Hungary, the challenges of overcoming a language barrier, and how she embraced new opportunit…
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A movie so good, Stephen King sued to have his name taken off it.بقلم SolarWinds
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Leeloo Dallas multipass! Time to revisit this bonkers thrill ride. Where is our Ruby Rhod spin-off?بقلم SolarWinds
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The technology in this movie would destroy society. I can't wait til it's real.بقلم SolarWinds
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In this episode of the I Am a Mainframer podcast, host Steven Dickens interviews Darren Surch, CEO of Interskill Learning, the largest mainframe training provider in the world. Surch discusses his background in mainframe training and the evolution of Interskill over the past 30 years. He highlights the impact of the IBM digital badge program on tra…
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The Impact of AI and Generative AI on Mainframe Operational Resilience
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34:25Industry experts discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI can help organizations solve mainframe operational challenges like the loss of tribal knowledge, faster onboarding of new talent, managing cost and capacity, and more. Intellyx Director and Principal Analyst Jason English leads a panel including BMC Area Vice President of P…
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What happens when you take a time machine into a time machine? Weird and confusing stuff.بقلم SolarWinds
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BMC AMI Ops Monitoring: The Total Economic Impact™
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22:00BMC Director of Product Management Alan Warhurst, Technology Solutions Director Jeremy Hamilton, and Principal Solution Marketing Manager Nick Mears discuss the importance of modern tooling in mainframe operations and the results of a recent Forrester® Total Economic Impact™ study of BMC AMI Ops Monitoring.Links:The Total Economic Impact™ Of BMC AM…
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Two Generations of COBOL: My Grandma and Me
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18:40Two generations of COBOL developers, Pat Rinehart and her grandson, BMC Developer Devin Berchtold, discuss the differences, as well as the similarities, in their experiences working on the mainframe.Links:Blog Post: Two Generations of COBOL, My Grandma and Me, by Devin Berchtold - https://www.bmc.com/blogs/two-generations-of-cobol-my-grandma-and-me…
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The newsroom has changed so much since 1976 but also has largely remained the same. We watch the eerily prescient Network.بقلم SolarWinds
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In this episode of the "I Am a Mainframer" podcast, host Steven Dickens interviews Dusty Rivers, a revered mainframe expert with 47 years of industry experience. Dusty recounts his remarkable journey from a COBOL programmer to his current role as Senior Director of US zSystems at Mainline Information Systems. He delves into his extensive work with …
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Microsoft Windows 95 Video Guide (1995)
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37:00Could this media BE any more obscure? Let Jennifer Aniston and Matthew Perry take you on a contractually obligated tour of Windows 95.بقلم SolarWinds
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