
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.
Latest episodes

Aug 30, 2024 • 57min
Episode 139 | Transforming Metrics into Organizational Momentum with Alexander Ladd
For this episode, I spoke with Alexander Ladd (@MSAnalytics), Senior Partner and CEO at MindStream Analytics LLC, on the transformative power of data and metrics in driving organizational success. The discussion highlights how technology innovation, effective data integration, and strategic management can enhance decision-making and propel business growth.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/collabtalk-podcast-episode-139-with-alexander-ladd/

Aug 27, 2024 • 22min
MVPbuzzChat Episode 278 with Parvez Ghumra
Episode 278 of the #MVPbuzzChat interview series. Conversation between Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Christian Buckley (@buckleyplanet), and Business Applications MVP, Parvez Ghumra (@parvezghumra), a Power Platform, Dynamics 365 CE, and Azure Developer and Technical Consultant with XRM Solutions UK.
You can also find this episode on the CollabTalk blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/mvpbuzzchat-278-with-parvez-ghumra/

Aug 23, 2024 • 45min
Episode 138 | Transforming Services Companies into Product-Led Companies with Adam Judelson
For this episode, I spoke with Adam Judelson (@Ajuggles), Founder & CEO of First Principles Catalyst, on the process of transforming services-based companies into product-led organizations, discussing the strategic planning, product development, and management challenges involved in such a transition.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/collabtalk-podcast-episode-138-with-adam-judelson/

Aug 20, 2024 • 27min
MVPbuzzChat Episode 277 with J Peter Bruzzese
Episode 277 of the #MVPbuzzChat interview series. Conversation between Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Christian Buckley (@buckleyplanet), and M365 MVP, J. Peter Bruzzese (/IN/j-peter-bruzzese-98b6474/), the Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer of ClipTraining, based in Orlando, Florida.
You can also find this episode on the CollabTalk blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/mvpbuzzchat-277-with-j-peter-bruzzese/

Aug 16, 2024 • 47min
Episode 137 | The Evolution of Online Learning with Jeff Lenning
For this episode, I spoke with Jeff Lenning (@Exceluniversity), President of Excel University, on the rapid evolution of online learning over the past decade, highlighting the pivotal role of technological advancements like AI and the significant impact of the pandemic in accelerating the adoption of online platforms
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/collabtalk-podcast-episode-137-with-jeff-lenning/

Aug 12, 2024 • 22min
MVPbuzzChat Episode 276 with Hailey Phillips
Episode 276 of the #MVPbuzzChat interview series. Conversation between Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Christian Buckley (@buckleyplanet), and Security MVP, Hailey Phillips (@AllwaysHyPe), a System Engineer at The Pokémon Company International, based in Seattle, Washington.
You can also find this episode on the CollabTalk blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/mvpbuzzchat-276-with-hailey-phillips/

Aug 9, 2024 • 47min
Episode 136 | The Future of Work with Personal and Team Automation with Laura Rogers
For this episode, I spoke with Laura Rogers (@WonderLaura), CEO at IW Mentor, on how how automation is transforming personal productivity and team collaboration using tools like the Microsoft Power Platform, and highlighting the cultural impacts and management strategies necessary for successful automation integration.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/collabtalk-podcast-episode-136-with-laura-rogers/

Aug 5, 2024 • 23min
MVPbuzzChat Episode 275 with Enea Licaj
Episode 275 of the #MVPbuzzChat interview series. Conversation between Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Christian Buckley (@buckleyplanet), and Business Applications MVP, Enea Liçaj (@EneaIlias), a Business Consultant with novaCapta GmBh, based in Cologne, Germany.
You can also find this episode on the CollabTalk blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/mvpbuzzchat-275-with-enea-licaj/

Jul 29, 2024 • 26min
MVPbuzzChat Episode 274 with Nick Cavalancia
Episode 273 of the #MVPbuzzChat interview series. Conversation between Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Christian Buckley (@buckleyplanet), and Alumni MVP, Nick Cavalancia (@nickcavalancia), the Founder & CEO at Conversational Geek, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
You can also find this episode on the CollabTalk blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/07/mvpbuzzchat-274-with-nick-cavalancia/

Jul 26, 2024 • 55min
Episode 135 | How the History of AI Impacts the Future of AI with Doug Ware
For this episode, I spoke with Doug Ware (/IN/douglastware/), CEO at Elumenotion, on the evolution of artificial intelligence and the importance of understanding past successes and failures to navigate its future, particularly in its applications in software development and systemic integration.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/07/collabtalk-podcast-episode-135-with-doug-ware/