
The CollabTalk Podcast
A technology-focused podcast exploring the business value and practical application of the latest advances in collaboration, productivity, artificial intelligence, and social network science.
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Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 11min
Episode 162 | Building a Comprehensive Governance Framework for Microsoft 365
For this episode, I outline my nine-part strategy for ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant collaboration within Microsoft 365 environments (and any other IT or business system). Listeners will gain practical insights into building scalable governance frameworks that balance business productivity with security, operational control, and evolving industry standards.
You can find more information at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/02/ollabtalk-podcast-episode-162-on-building-a-m365-governance-framework/

Feb 7, 2025 • 55min
Episode 161 | The Business Value of SharePoint Premium with Chris McNulty
For this episode, I spoke with Chris McNulty (@cmcnulty2000), Chief Marketing Officer at Synozur Alliance, on the business value of SharePoint Premium, highlighting its advanced content management, automation, and security features.
You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/02/ollabtalk-podcast-episode-161-with-chris-mcnulty/

Feb 7, 2025 • 54min
Episode 160 | The Power of Stakeholder Engagement & Scalable Feedback
For this episode, I'm exploring why most companies fail at feedback by lacking clear processes, failing to act on input, and overcomplicating collection methods, while also highlighting best practices for building scalable, repeatable mechanisms that create lasting impact.
You can find more information at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-160-on-stakeholder-engagement-and-scalable-feedback/

Jan 24, 2025 • 47min
Episode 159 | Humor Builds Trust, Engagement, & Healthy Company Culture with David Pileggi Jr
For this episode, I spoke with David Pileggi Jr. (@DavidPileggi), an occasional actor, content creator, and Sr. SharePoint Engineer at Staples, on how humor in the workplace can help you to build trust, drive engagement, and create a healthy company culture.
You can find more information about my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-159-with-david-pileggi-jr/

Jan 16, 2025 • 51min
Episode 158 | How AI is Transforming the Recruitment Landscape with Jodie Zerega
For this episode, I spoke with Jodie Zerega (@jodie_zerega), Founder and Managing Director of Zerega Consulting, on how AI is transforming recruitment with innovative tools that streamline hiring, enhance candidate experiences, and reshape the future of talent acquisition.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-158-with-jodie-zerega/

Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 5min
Episode 157 | How Copilot is Changing Personal Productivity with Kirsty McGrath
For this episode, I spoke with Kirsty McGrath (@KirstyMcGrath13), Managing Director at OnPoint Solutions, on how Microsoft Copilot is transforming personal and team productivity by automating repetitive tasks, enhancing creativity, and streamlining workflows in tools like Word, Excel, and Teams.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/ollabtalk-podcast-episode-157-with-kirsty-mcgrath/

Jan 3, 2025 • 57min
Episode 156 | Identifying and Protecting Innovation with Michael Meehan
For this episode, I spoke with Michael Meehan (/in/meehanmichaelj/), General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer of Howso, on how intellectual property (IP) serves as a cornerstone for innovation and competitive strategy in the modern business landscape, and its critical role in fostering sustainable business growth.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2025/01/collabtalk-podcast-episode-156-with-michael-meehan/

Dec 20, 2024 • 33min
Episode 155 | Power Platform Takeaways from Ignite with Norm Young
For this episode, I spoke with Norm Young (@stormin_30), a Microsoft MVP, and Power Platform Solutions Architect at AvePoint, on key announcements from the recent Microsoft Ignite Conference in Chicago, including Copilot and the Power Platform.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/12/collabtalk-podcast-episode-155-with-norm-young/

Nov 30, 2024 • 45min
Episode 153 | In-Person Insights from Microsoft Ignite 2024 with Galen Keene and Shari Oswald
For this episode, I spoke with Galen Keene, CEO of Lion Tech Consulting, and Shari Oswald, MVP, MCT, and CEO of PowerUp! Learning, on their in-person takeaways from the Microsoft Ignite 2024 conference last month in Chicago.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/12/collabtalk-podcast-episode-153-with-galen-keene-and-shari-oswald/

Nov 28, 2024 • 60min
Episode 152 | Takeaways from the Ignite 2024 Book of News with Sean McDonough and Geoff Varosky
For this episode, we focused on insights and announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2024, exploring the evolving role of AI in business productivity, new tools in Microsoft 365, and updates in Azure services.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/11/collabtalk-podcast-episode-152-with-sean-mcdonough-and-geoff-varosky/
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