The Official Spiceworks Podcast

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Welcome to the official Spiceworks Podcast — where The Spiceworks Community talk shop, drop knowledge, and occasionally unplug things just to see what happens. From server meltdowns to cloud dreams (and nightmares), we tackle the tech topics that keep your ticket queue full and your caffeine intake dangerously high. Join us for nerdy deep dives, sysadmin therapy sessions, and laughs that only the IT crowd will truly appreciate. It’s tech talk for humans… mostly. Subscribe now — because your users aren’t the only ones who need support.

  1. 1d ago

    The Road to SpiceWorld: The IT Halloween Special 🎃👻 (Feat. ThreatLocker)

    Things are taking a delightfully eerie turn on the Road to SpiceWorld… 🎃🚐 In this special Halloween edition, @chelsea-af and I are dimming the server room lights for a full-fledged Spooktacular, proudly sponsored by ThreatLocker! We’re diving into ghost stories, digging into the Spiceworks archives, and diagnosing the scariest tickets in tech. On Deck This Episode: VIP Guest @PassRusher: Dropping in to celebrate—channeling Dr. Frankenstein (or is it Dr. Fronk-en-steen?) to help us dissect IT nightmares. Mystery Machine Check-In: Kieran Human pulls up in full costume straight out of the Mystery Machine! 🐕🔍 The IT Monster Mash: We play a game mapping the most horrifying real-life user tickets to classic Universal Monsters (Dracula, The Mummy, The Wolf Man—who submitted that critical Friday 4:59 PM ticket?). Spiceworks Horror Reheated: We crack open the vault to screen a classic, long-lost horror short from Ctrl Alt Tech that hasn’t seen daylight in years! 📼⚠️ Global Ghost Stories: @rekha-spiceworks joins us live from India to share authentic local traditions and a spine-chilling ghost story that’ll make you double-check your dark hallways tonight. Follow & subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Audible so you never miss an episode. Check out our sponsor ThreatLocker: [threatlocker.com] Join the discussion in the Spiceworks Community: [community.spiceworks.com] Enjoying the show? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

  2. 3d ago

    Cybersecurity Awareness Month Livestream!

    Brought to you by @spiceworks As we gear up for SpiceWorld, Chelsea AF and I are pulling over on the Road to SpiceWorld for a quick, high-value pit stop in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Join our friends and us at Vasion for a dynamic, podcast-style conversation packed with valuable insights for IT pros.What We’re Covering:Cybersecurity Awareness with Vasion: Chelsea and I sit down with Vasion to discuss the real-world security challenges that are often overlooked or even accepted by IT departments today.Unpacking Cyberpsychology: Tatiana Merry (Director of Risk & Governance at Ziff Davis) breaks down the psychological factors behind human risk and asks whether trust is becoming part of the attack surface.AI & Modern Risk: Derek Brink (VP & Research Fellow, Aberdeen Strategy & Research) reveals the Top 3 Priorities for IT when tackling cybersecurity in the rapidly evolving age of AI.Subscribe for more amazing career stories, community spotlights, and all things Spicy: https://community.spiceworks.com💬 Join the Discussion!What’s your experience in the Spiceworks Community? Drop a comment below! 👇🔥 Subscribe & Stay Ahead! 🔥Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more tech insights, career tips, and IT news!📌 References & Resources:→ Join our Spiceworks Community to get free access to IT Community, news,insights, research and tools - https://community.spiceworks.com/→ Since 2006, Spiceworks has been the IT Industry marketplace, where tech buyers and sellers come together to push the world forward with technology - https://www.spiceworks.com/Connect with us:Website: https://community.spiceworks.comTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/SpiceworksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spiceworksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiceworks/

  3. 6d ago

    The Road to SpiceWorld Episode 4: Lenovo Insights, ComputerDave & The Best SpiceWorld Moments Ever

    We are officially in the fast lane with only two episodes left until SpiceWorld 2026! 🏎️💨 In this episode, we’re tackling what it really means to lead, learn, and connect across the modern IT landscape. From enterprise hardware sneak peeks to grassroots community banter, here is what’s on deck: – Intro & The Final Countdown: What to expect as we round the corner toward SpiceWorld 2026. Lenovo Exclusive Preview: @chelsea-af and I sit down with the Lenovo team to uncover an insider look at the tech, strategy, and enterprise solutions they’re rolling out at the conference this year. Guest Spotlight: ComputerDave: Longtime SpiceBuddy @computerdave drops in to unpack modern sysadmin life, the power of peer-driven IT communities, and what he’s watching closely on the show floor. SpiceWorld Reheated: We’re unlocking the archives to revisit the funniest, most chaotic, and most memorable clips from past events. Connect & Join the Conversation: Heading to SpiceWorld this year? Let us know what sessions you're most excited for by hitting the Q&A / Poll feature right below the episode player! Don't forget to tap Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating to help other IT pros find the show.

  4. Oct 23

    Nightmare on Tech Street 🎃 | Spiceworks Reheated (Classic 2014 Episode)

    We’re digging into the Spiceworks archives for a classic Halloween throw-back from 2014: Nightmare on Tech Street! 🎃👻 In this classic episode:🎬 An exclusive Spiceworks Horror Short🧟 An IT Ambush Halloween edition live at the House of Torment👻 A Virtual Costume Party😱 Real IT Pros sharing their scariest tech horror stories Grab your popcorn (and backup tapes) and step back in time with us! #Spiceworks #SpiceworksReheated #ITHorrorStories #HalloweenSpecial #ITLife

  5. Oct 19

    The Road To SpiceWorld: Episode 3 | ConnectSecure Preview, Community History & Leaderboards!

    Get ready for Episode 3 of The Road To SpiceWorld! 🌶️ We’re counting down to the premier IT conference in Austin, Texas, with a action-packed episode highlighting everything you need to know before the big event. 📍 On the Agenda for Episode 3:• Connecting with ConnectSecure: The ConnectSecure team stops by live to give an exclusive sneak peek at what cybersecurity solutions and features they’re bringing to SpiceWorld this year.• SpiceWorld History Class: IT community legend @steventalley7801 joins us to share classic stories, favorite memories, and insider tips from years at SpiceWorld.• SpiceWorld Reheated: We’re unlocking the Spiceworks vault to revisit iconic, fan-favorite video moments from past conferences!• Trivia Leaderboard Update: Who’s currently leading the pack? We check in on Chelsea’s Spiceworks Trivia Leaderboard to highlight our top IT pros. 🔔 Subscribe to Spiceworks for more SpiceWorld updates, IT tech tips, and community highlights!💬 Drop a comment below with your favorite SpiceWorld memory or let us know who you're rooting for on the trivia leaderboard! #SpiceWorld #Spiceworks #ITPros #ConnectSecure #TechConference #AustinTech #ITCommunity #SpiceWorld #Spiceworks #ITPros #ConnectSecure #TechConference

  6. Oct 13

    The Road to SpiceWorld 20026 Episode 2 - London Calling!

    Brought to you by @spiceworks The Road to SpiceWorld cruised through London to meet up with some UK Friends! Broadcasting directly from the IGN UK Studios in London with a loaded lineup:10 Years of Spicehead Love: We’re sitting down with @Huw3481 to look back on his 10-year SpiceWorld wedding anniversary—commemorating the incredible moment he and Gab met in the Spiceworks community and got married at SpiceWorld!Product Insider & What’s Next: We’re bringing on the Spiceworks Product Rockstar @Lois-Spiceworks to talk all things Spiceworks Cloud Helpdesk, and she is willing to share exclusive sneak peeks into what’s next for the rest of the Spiceworks tool suite.ThreatLocker Chat: We’ll be catching up with ThreatLocker to what’s ahead on their Road to SpiceWorld.Subscribe for more amazing career stories, community spotlights, and all things Spicy: https://community.spiceworks.com💬 Join the Discussion!What’s your experience in the Spiceworks Community? Drop a comment below! 👇🔥 Subscribe & Stay Ahead! 🔥Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more tech insights, career tips, and IT news!📌 References & Resources:→ Join our Spiceworks Community to get free access to IT Community, news,insights, research and tools - https://community.spiceworks.com/→ Since 2006, Spiceworks has been the IT Industry marketplace, where tech buyers and sellers come together to push the world forward with technology - https://www.spiceworks.com/Connect with us:Website: https://community.spiceworks.comTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/SpiceworksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spiceworksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiceworks/

  7. Oct 12

    The Road To SpiceWorld 2026 Season Premiere! Special Guest KevTech & Coin Reveal!

    Brought to you by @spiceworks The wait is over—The Road To SpiceWorld is officially back for a brand-new season, and we’re kicking things off with a massive premiere!Join Chelsea AF and Jeff Grettler in the studio as we sit down with special guest KevTech( @kevtechitsupport  on YouTube)!We’ll be diving into all things tech career growth, community, and what to expect from him at SpiceWorld.What else is in store?SpiceBuddies Challenge Coin Reveal: Slava is joining us live in the studio for the official reveal of this year’s SpiceBuddies Challenge Coin!Keynote Reveal: We will officially unveil our 2nd Keynote Speaker for SpiceWorld!Don’t miss out—tune in, chat with us live, and get hyped for SpiceWorld!Subscribe for more amazing career stories, community spotlights, and all things Spicy: https://community.spiceworks.com💬 Join the Discussion!What’s your experience in the Spiceworks Community? Drop a comment below! 👇🔥 Subscribe & Stay Ahead! 🔥Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more tech insights, career tips, and IT news!📌 References & Resources:→ Join our Spiceworks Community to get free access to IT Community, news,insights, research and tools - https://community.spiceworks.com/→ Since 2006, Spiceworks has been the IT Industry marketplace, where tech buyers and sellers come together to push the world forward with technology - https://www.spiceworks.com/Connect with us:Website: https://community.spiceworks.comTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/SpiceworksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spiceworksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiceworks/#SpiceWorld2026 #Spiceworks #ITCommunity #SysAdmin #TechCommunity #CommemorativeCoin #ITSwag #spiceworld

  8. Aug 2

    Spiceworks Sysadmin Day 2026 Livestream Party!

    Celebrate SysAdmin Day LIVE from the new Spiceworks Studios! The Ultimate IT Party & Livestream The servers can wait. Your data backups are safe. It’s time to step away from the command line for 1 hour and celebrate the most important person in the server room: YOU. Join us for a chaotic, hilarious, and completely live celebration of all things IT. Jeff and Chelsea are taking over the brand-new Spiceworks Studios, and they’re bringing a truckload of entertainment, special guests, and epic giveaways straight to your screen. We’ve packed the schedule with exactly the kind of distraction you deserve. Here’s a sneak peek at what Jeff and the crew have lined up: Pixels & Patches: A countdown of classic video games from @PassRusher that definitely made you a better Troubleshooter. (Yes, you can totally write off gaming as professional development).The Enchanting SysAdmin Orientation Video: Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a new recruit, this magical training tape is mandatory, hilarious viewing.SysAdmin Karaoke: Follow the Bouncing Ball to hits remixed specifically for IT infrastructure woes. 99 Problems never sounded so good.Lego Love - Peter returns with his always fun Lego builds.Special Guests, Games, & Prizes: We’re bringing in some familiar faces from the Community, playing live games, and handing out awesome swag and prizes throughout the stream.The Grand Finale: The Road to SpiceWorld! We are wrapping up the party with the OFFICIAL kickoff on the Road to SpiceWorld. Get the first exclusive details on what’s coming to IT’s favorite event of the year!

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Welcome to the official Spiceworks Podcast — where The Spiceworks Community talk shop, drop knowledge, and occasionally unplug things just to see what happens. From server meltdowns to cloud dreams (and nightmares), we tackle the tech topics that keep your ticket queue full and your caffeine intake dangerously high. Join us for nerdy deep dives, sysadmin therapy sessions, and laughs that only the IT crowd will truly appreciate. It’s tech talk for humans… mostly. Subscribe now — because your users aren’t the only ones who need support.

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