

Kubernetes Podcast from Google
Abdel Sghiouar, Kaslin Fields
A biweekly podcast focused on what's happening in the Kubernetes community hosted by Abdel Sghiouar and Kaslin Fields. We cover Kubernetes, cloud-native applications, and other developments in the ecosystem. Abdel and Kaslin on Twitter at @KubernetesPod or by email at kubernetespodcast@google.com.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 55min
KubeCon EU 2024
Dive into KubeCon EU 2024 with attendees Olivia, Tabitha, Sreeram, Lachlan, James, Ian, Gabriele, Benjamin, Benazir, and guest host Mofi. Topics include scaling Postgres in Kubernetes, facilitating great meetings, SIG security updates, and the evolution of machine learning workloads. Explore the latest trends and insights from the largest KubeCon event yet!

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Mar 19, 2024 • 55min
Creating Envoy, with Matt Klein
Join Matt Klein, creator of Envoy, as he discusses the origins and evolution of the popular open-source proxy. Learn about the challenges of transitioning to microservices, Envoy's unique features, and its success in the cloud space. Explore the complexities of creating a standardized interface for service meshes and the revolutionizing observability at BitDrift.

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Mar 6, 2024 • 48min
Falco Graduation, with Mike Coleman
Explore the significance of Falco in runtime security, its CNCF graduation, and its practical implementation in Google Cloud services. Learn about the challenges in aligning podcast episodes and preparing for the CKS exam. Discover how Falco monitors events to detect unauthorized actions and manages alerts effectively in Kubernetes environments.

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Feb 20, 2024 • 1h 13min
API Machinery, Chaos and Dishwashers, with Lucas Käldström
Lucas Käldström discusses Kubernetes API machinery, Chaos, Entropy, and even Dishwashers in an insightful chat. The podcast also covers Weaveworks shutdown, KubeAdmiral release, and Strimzi joining CNCF Incubator. The intersection of Control Theory and Kubernetes, managing JSON Objects, API Version complexities, and reflections on technology analogies are also explored.

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Feb 9, 2024 • 44min
Kubernetes stale reads, with Madhav Jivrajani
We talk with Madhav Jivrajani, an engineer at VMware and a tech lead in SIG Contributor Experience, about a recent post on social media regarding a stale reads issue in Kubernetes and what the community is doing about it. We also discuss the role of contributor experience and GitHub administration, the importance of academic research in Kubernetes, and reflections on Eric Brewer and the CAP Theorem.

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Jan 23, 2024 • 55min
Cilium and eBPF, with Bill Mulligan
Bill Mulligan, Community Pollinator at Isovalent, discusses eBPF, Silium, and network functions in Kubernetes. They cover news on legacy Linux package repositories, Kubernetes availability, VMware's Tanzu application catalog, and pricing changes for Kubernetes support. They also explore the power of eBPF in the Linux kernel and the evolution of the Cilium project, including its networking, security, and observability capabilities. Isovalent's annual report, enterprise distribution, and the Cilium Certified Associate (CCA) certification are also discussed. The future of networking and the significance of Cilium and eBPF in simplifying networking tasks are explored.

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Jan 9, 2024 • 36min
NAIS, with Johnny Horvi and Frode Sundby
Johnny Horvi and Frode Sundby from NAVs platform team discuss NAIS, a Kubernetes-based platform. They talk about the benefits of a team-centric platform, the ease of deploying and operating apps, and the availability of tooling and insights. They also explore the services provided by NAV and collaboration among Norwegian public institutions. The future focus of NAIS is on cost and improving the developer experience.

Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 14min
Kubernetes v1.29, with Priyanka Saggu
Priyanka Saggu, Kubernetes v1.29 release lead, discusses the new features and enhancements of the release. The interview also covers address encryption in Kubernetes APIs, the trend of treating vendor-specific functionalities as plugins, and reflections on the past year of the podcast.

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Dec 5, 2023 • 55min
KubeCon NA 2023
At KubeCon NA 2023, Kaslin interviewed attendees, discussed the new CPU vulnerability Reptar, and the release of Spring Boot 3.2. Other topics include AI, security, and environmental sustainability in the tech industry, accessibility, WebAssembly, and imposter syndrome. The episode reflects on the overwhelming but exciting experience at KubeCon NA 2023, SIG Boba's success, and proposals for a newbie booth. The hosts discuss their favorite moments, the importance of accessibility, and call for spreading the word about the podcast.

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Nov 29, 2023 • 51min
Kubernetes Pen Testing, with Jesper Larsson
Jesper Larsson, a Freelance PenTester, discusses the importance of security in Kubernetes and infrastructure as code. They cover topics such as access permissions, web application vulnerabilities, pen testing experiences, and common mistakes to avoid. Jesper also shares his background in hacking and penetration testing, emphasizing the significance of networking at meetups. The podcast explores vulnerabilities in third-party software companies and the limitations of using example code. They also discuss an AI tool for analyzing overprivileged accounts in Google Cloud.


