The PowerShell Podcast

PowerShell Changed My Life... with Adam Bacon.

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, Andrew catches up with returning guest Adam Bacon. Adam shares an update on his career and shares how PowerShell has played a huge role in helping him accomplish his dream. 

Guest Bio and links: 
Adam Bacon has over 24 years of IT experience, 13 of which with PowerShell. He can be found writing on one of his blogs, adding code to one of his 80+ projects on GitHub, speaking about PowerShell, and more.  

https://adam-bacon.netlify.app/

PowerShell Wednesdays: https://discord.gg/pdq

The PowerShell Podcast: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast

The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HgDCzoNcir4

 

Exploring PnP PowerShell Updates with MVP Gautam Sheth

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we’re joined by Gautam Sheth, Microsoft MVP and M365 developer extraordinaire, to explore the latest improvements to the PnP PowerShell module and how to get started with it. Gautam shares his unique perspective on automating SharePoint, working with Microsoft 365, and leveraging Microsoft Graph through PowerShell. We discuss practical use cases, best practices, and the significance of PnP PowerShell for modern IT and development workflows. From SharePoint tips to automation strategies, this episode is packed with insights for PowerShell enthusiasts and M365 developers alike. Whether you're just starting or looking for advanced techniques, Gautam provides actionable advice and plenty of inspiration!

Guest Bio and links: 

Developer at Staffbase and Microsoft 365 Dev MVP. Maintainer of PnP .NET libraries and PnP PowerShell, with a focus on M365 development and emerging Copilot technologies. Passionate about all things development, from frontend and backend to infrastructure and DevOps.

https://github.com/pnp/powershell

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Grr0FlC8SQA&ab_channel=ZeeMusicCompany

https://bsky.app/profile/gautamdsheth.bsky.social

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautamdsheth/

PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/

The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cuq1UL5h-aw

 

Evgenij Smirnov Talks Certs, Security, and PowerShell Adventures

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Microsoft MVP Evgenij Smirnov to explore his incredible journey from working as a forklift driver to becoming a PowerShell and security expert. We dive into his insights on certificates, security best practices, and the importance of identity in modern IT. Evgenij also shares his experiences with cross-platform PowerShell, highlights from his recent talks, and the value of community events like PowerShell Saturday. Along the way, we discuss his unique career path, his passion for the PowerShell community, and tips for those looking to grow in IT.

Guest Bio and links: 

Evgenij has been working with computers since the age of 5 and delivering IT solutions for over 25 years. His Active Directory and Exchange background naturally led to PowerShell, of which he's been an avid user and proponent since its first release.

Evgenij is an active community leader at home in Berlin, a leading contributor to the German self-help forums, and an experienced user group and conference speaker. He is a Cloud and Datacenter Management MVP since 2020. He is the author of "Building Modern Active Directory", released by Apress in 2024.

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://sqlsaturday.com/2025-03-08-sqlsaturday1102/

Call for Speakers Link - https://sessionize.com/sql-saturday-atlanta-2025-ai-and-bi

https://docs.tamemycerts.com/

https://github.com/Sleepw4lker/TameMyCerts

https://it-pro-berlin.de/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/evgenijsmirnov/

https://x.com/cj_berlin

https://bsky.app/profile/cj-berlin.bsky.social

https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/979-8-8688-0941-5

https://sessionize.com/evgenij-smirnov/

PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/

The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G2U1-AxTldA

 

 

Holiday Special with Gilbert Sanchez: PSScriptAnalyzer, AST, and PowerShell Gifts

In this special holiday episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we are joined by the incredibly talented Gilbert Sanchez. We dive into the world of PSScriptAnalyzer and use it as a gateway to explore and understand the Abstract Syntax Tree (AST) in PowerShell. Gilbert walks us through a live demo and highlights some powerful ways to leverage the AST to analyze and improve our PowerShell code. As a special holiday treat, Gilbert comes bearing gifts—several awesome PowerShell modules that listeners can start using today.

Guest bio and links:
Staff Software Development Engineer at Tesla, specifically working on PowerShell. Formerly known as "Señor Systems Engineer" at Meta. A loud advocate for DEI, DevEx, DevOps, and TDD.

Podcast Highlights - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4IUH1vI6U8

ScriptAnalyzer blog - https://gilbertsanchez.com/posts/sharing-custom-psscriptanalyzer-rules/
https://links.gilbertsanchez.com

https://gist.github.com/HeyItsGilbert/c832cdab8eeee2ae385df12ce5e68dda

PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/

PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TX2r6ewSwjg

 

 

Miriam Wiesner on Identity Hygiene, Security Tools, and Finding Balance

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Miriam Wiesner, a Senior Security Research Program Manager at Microsoft, to dive into the fascinating world of security and identity hygiene. Miriam shares her expertise on the GraphAPI and the critical importance of maintaining proper identity hygiene in today's digital landscape.

We explore the day-to-day life of a security researcher and discuss how tools like script block logging can provide invaluable insights. Miriam also highlights the power of Kusto for analyzing data and solving complex challenges in the security space.

In addition to technical insights, Miriam opens up about the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, offering a candid look at the human side of working in a demanding and impactful field.

Guest Bio and links:

Miriam C. Wiesner is a Sr. Security Research Program Manager at Microsoft with over 15 years of experience in IT and IT Security. She has held various positions, including Administrator/System Engineer, Software Developer, Premier Field Engineer, Program Manager, and Security Consultant and Pentester.

She is also a renowned creator of open-source tools based in PowerShell, including EventList and JEAnalyzer. She was invited multiple times to present her research behind her tools at many international conferences like Black Hat (USA, Europe & Asia), PSConf EU, MITRE ATT&CK workshop, and more.

Miriam is the author of the book "PowerShell Automation and Scripting for CyberSecurity: Hacking and Defense for Red and Blue Teamers." Outside of work, Miriam is a dedicated wife and mother, residing with her family near Nuremberg, Germany.

Previous episode with Miriam - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Csw8YYGyCg&pp=ygUObWlyaWFtIHdpZXNuZXI%3D

Practical PowerShell Empowerment For Protectors - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgqbR-7O7TI&pp=ygUObWlyaWFtIHdpZXNuZXI%3D

Echoes of Intrusion: Demystifying commonly used MS Graph API Attacks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDK5xYx1rKg&t=677s&pp=ygUObWlyaWFtIHdpZXNuZXI%3D

PowerShell ❤️ the Blue Team - https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/powershell-the-blue-team/

https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftsentinelblog/the-power-of-data-collection-rules-detect-disabling-windows-defender-real-time-p/4236540

PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/

Listen to the PowerShell Podcast: https://powershellpodcast.podbean.com/

 

 

PowerShell Evolution with Sean Wheeler: What's new in PS 7.5, AIShell, & More!

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back Sean Wheeler, Lead Documentarian at Microsoft for PowerShell, to catch up on the latest developments in the PowerShell ecosystem. Sean dives into the updates with PSResourceGet, the powerful enhancements in PowerShell 7.5, and the groundbreaking potential of the AI Shell project, designed to transform command-line experiences with artificial intelligence. We also get a recap of Sean’s experience at SpiceWorld, highlighting community insights and key takeaways from the event. Packed with expert tips and exciting news, this episode is a must-listen for PowerShell enthusiasts and IT pros alike!

Guest Bio and links: 
Sean Wheeler is the lead documentarian for PowerShell at Microsoft. For over 25 years at Microsoft, he's delivered many workshops on scripting, debugging, and advanced troubleshooting. Using scripting, he's created tools to help customers collect and analyze data used to troubleshoot and optimize their environments.

State of Sysadmin 2025 - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/33F373L

https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/utility-modules/aishell/aishell-overview

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/gallery/powershellget/psresourceget-release-notes?view=powershellget-3.x

https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/gallery/powershellget/supported-repositories?view=powershellget-3.x

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/whats-new/what-s-new-in-powershell-75?view=powershell-7.4

https://mikefrobbins.github.io/psdocs-how-to/

https://github.com/PowerShell/Community-Blog

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PSStyle

Sean's blog and links to socials - https://sdwheeler.github.io/seanonit/

PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/

Listen to the PowerShell Podcast: https://powershellpodcast.podbean.com/

 

Turning the tables. An interview with Andrew Pla

In this episode, we turn the tables and interview Andrew Pla. We explore Andrew's back story, find out how he got started in IT, and discover where his love of PowerShell comes from. We also discuss his journey from community member to advocate to PowerShell MVP. Get to know Andrew Pla!

Guest Bio and links: Andrew Pla is the host of the PowerShell Podcast, Microsoft Powershell MVP, and Community Manager at PDQ. Andrew has an extensive IT background and expertise in PowerShell. He loves interacting with the community, mentoring, and spreading the good word about PowerShell.

Website: https://andrewpla.tech

Socials: @AndrewPlaTech

Blog from Fred about our mentorship: https://allthingspowershell.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-roi-of-teaching-others.html?q=andrew+pla

First PowerShell Summit blog post: https://andrewpla.tech/personal/powershell%20summit/2018/04/22/PowerShell-Summit-=-Expectations-Exceeded/

https://allthingspowershell.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-roi-of-teaching-others.html?q=andrew+pla

https://andrewpla.tech/personal/powershell%20summit/2018/04/22/PowerShell-Summit-=-Expectations-Exceeded/

PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/

Listen to the PowerShell Podcast: https://powershellpodcast.podbean.com/

 

Jordan Returns: A Fun Dive into Life, PowerShell, and Beyond

In this special episode, we catch up with our former cohost, Jordan, and hear about his journey since leaving the PowerShell Podcast. Jordan shares an exciting life update, offers invaluable advice on how PowerShell has shaped his career and participates in our fun "This or That" segment.
We reminisce about our favorite podcast moments, discuss a fantastic new PowerShell module for analyzing DKIM records, and explore how Jordan’s perspective on PowerShell and automation has evolved. This episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a dose of nostalgia for long-time listeners.

Guest Bio and links: 
Jordan was a host on the PowerShell Podcast and is a PowerShell lover. You can find him writing code and attending PowerShell Summit 2025

2025 State of System Administration - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/33F373L

PowerShell Script Roast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e58aMWyjf-Y

Invoke-SpfDkimDmarc - https://github.com/T13nn3s/Invoke-SpfDkimDmarc

https://x.com/DevOpsJordan

http://linkedin.com/in/hammondjordan

https://bsky.app/profile/andrewpla.tech

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewplatech/