Virtually Speaking Podcast

Welcome to the seventh episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VCF 9 series! In this installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson unpack VMware Cloud Foundation 9 with William Lam, Distinguished Platform Engineer at Broadcom.   Key Highlights: Complete re-architecture of the software stack Core Platform Innovations:   - Compute: Support for VMs up to 1000 vCPUs and 16TB memory   - Memory Tiering: Transparent NVMe memory expansion   - vSAN Global Deduplication (30-40% storage efficiency)   - First-class Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) constructs in vCenter   Unified Management Capabilities:   - Global control plane with VCF Operations   - Simplified single sign-on across identity providers   - Unified patch and upgrade management   - Non-disruptive certificate management   - Centralized fleet-level operations   Automation and Multi-tenancy:   - Native multi-tenancy across compute, storage, and networking   - Self-service resource allocation   - Support for Kubernetes namespaces   - Declarative API and automation support   Deployment Flexibility:   - New VCF Installer supporting Greenfield and Brownfield deployments   - Ability to import and convert existing infrastructure   Join us as we dive deep into the technical innovations of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 in this comprehensive podcast episode.

Welcome to the sixth episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VCF 9 series! In this installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson explore "Momentum Shift: Private AI in the Enterprise" with Chris Wolf, Global Head of AI and Advanced Services.   Key Highlights: VMware's explosive momentum in Private AI services Key AI use cases for enterprises:   - GPU as a Service with intelligent resource provisioning   - Back-office contact center efficiency (10-35% productivity gains)   - Enterprise document search (50-60% productivity improvements)   - AI-assisted software development and test case automation   VCF 9 AI-specific innovations:   - Full support for VLLM open-source inference engine   - OpenAI compatible API gateway   - Token rate limiting to prevent resource overload   - Data indexing and retrieval service   - AI agent builder   - vGPU reservations and intelligent GPU load balancing   - Automated AI workload deployment (setup in under an hour)   Strategic Partnerships:   - Expanded collaboration with Microsoft Azure   - Hybrid AI approach (build in cloud, deploy at edge)   - Significant cost savings (3-5x cheaper than public cloud alternatives)   Join us as we dive into the transformative Private AI capabilities of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 in this exciting podcast series.  

Welcome to the fifth episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VCF 9 series! In this installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson explore "VCF Automation and Fleet Management" with Chandra Prathuri, Senior Director of Product Management.   Key Highlights: Fleet management capabilities inspired by hyperscaler operations Seamless integration with existing vSphere, vSAN, and NSX deployments Automated lifecycle management for software upgrades Simplified identity, password, and certificate management Multi-tenant infrastructure with Kubernetes-native interfaces Self-service capabilities for developers and business units Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) constructs built into the platform Efficient capacity and workload optimization Simplified application deployment using Kubernetes and Terraform Operational visibility and cost management for cloud resources   Join us as we unpack the transformative automation and fleet management features of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 in this ongoing podcast series.  

Welcome to the fourth episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VCF 9 series! In this installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson explore "Building a Cyber Resilient Private Cloud" with Rakesh Radhakrishnan, Senior Director of Product Management for Cloud Storage & Data.   Key Highlights: vSAN's evolution as the #1 storage platform for VMware workloads Secondary storage strategies for backup, DR, and cyber recovery Introduction of automated "clean room" recovery for malware attacks VM-centric snapshot and data protection approaches Advanced cyber resilience workflows integrated into VCF Leveraging QLC flash storage for cost-effective secondary storage Native object and file interfaces for modern application needs One-click disaster recovery testing and runbook automation Comprehensive private cloud protection beyond traditional storage solutions   Join us as we dive into the cutting-edge cyber resilience capabilities of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 in this exciting podcast series.  

Welcome to the third episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VCF 9 series! In this installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson dive deep into the core infrastructure innovations of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 with Core Infrastructure Product Lead Vijay Ramachandran.   Key Highlights: Advanced memory tiering technology reducing infrastructure costs by 35-40% Confidential Compute with end-to-end data encryption vSAN ESA global deduplication across entire clusters Native snapshot management and replication capabilities Per-VM snapshot retention and disaster recovery options Introduction of Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) in vCenter New NSX networking data path with 3x throughput improvements Enhanced CPU support for next-generation processors Simplified networking isolation and provisioning   Join us as we unpack the groundbreaking technical advancements in VCF 9's core infrastructure in this ongoing podcast series.  

Welcome to the second episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VMware Cloud Foundation 9 series! In this installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson continue their deep dive into VMware Cloud Foundation 9 with Director of VCF Product Marketing Rick Walsworth.   Key Highlights: Simplified deployment as a single, unified platform Enhanced user experience for cloud infrastructure admins and developers Three key business outcomes: modernizing infrastructure, operating like a cloud, and ensuring security Improved configuration drift detection and proactive management Advanced security services, including network detection and response Self-service capabilities for developers Insights into workload repatriation and private cloud advantages Potential for handling sensitive AI and intellectual property workloads   Join us as we continue to explore the transformative features and capabilities of VCF 9 in this ongoing podcast series.

Welcome to the first episode of the Virtually Speaking Podcast's VMware Cloud Foundation 9 series! In this inaugural installment, hosts Pete Flecha and John Nicholson sit down with Paul Turner, Broadcom’s  leader of VCF product management, to kick off an in-depth exploration of VMware Cloud Foundation 9. This series will dive deep into the platform's latest innovations, capabilities, and transformative potential for private cloud computing.    Key Highlights: The rise of private cloud and its cost-efficiency compared to public cloud services Sovereign cloud capabilities and regulatory compliance Innovations in GPU as a service Native support for VMs and Kubernetes in a single platform Advances in storage (vSAN) with enhanced performance and resilience Networking improvements with native VPC setup in vCenter VMware's partnerships with hyperscalers and 500+ cloud service providers Join us as we unpack the exciting developments in VCF 9 across multiple episodes.

VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 is now Generally Available! For the next several days we will be releasing several episodes in our series titled Exploring VMware Cloud Foundation 9. This series takes you behind the scenes with the product experts, engineers, and visionaries driving the VCF 9 transformation. Whether you’re an infrastructure architect, IT leader, or just cloud-curious, these conversations offer real-world insights into how VMware Cloud Foundation 9 is modernizing private cloud infrastructure to support AI, automation, security, and much more. Enjoy!

In this episode of Virtually Speaking, we’re gearing up for Mobile World Congress 2025 with Paul Turner, VP of Products, and Anupama, Telco Lead for Product Marketing at Broadcom. We dive into Broadcom’s bold vision for the Telco Data Center, focusing on how simplification, unification, and automation are transforming network operations. With the theme “Your Telco Data Center. Simplified. Unified. Automated.”, Broadcom is set to showcase innovations that help Telcos accelerate service delivery, reduce costs, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. Tune in to get a sneak peek at what’s coming at MWC 2025!

David Linthicum, a cloud strategist and author, dives into the often-misunderstood world of private clouds. He debunks the notion that they are inflexible and expensive, highlighting their improved scalability, cost efficiency, and enhanced security. David discusses the shift towards private clouds due to rising public cloud costs and regulatory demands, while exploring how businesses can effectively transition and integrate AI. He also outlines the true benefits of private clouds, emphasizing control over data and operational efficiency.