PowerPlatform Podcast

PowerPlatform Podcast is all about the folk behind the tech. Hosted by Mark Christie, Iain Connolly, and pals, we're here to have a blether with the people who make the Microsoft community what it is. It's not just about the tools they use—it's about their stories, their journeys, and getting to know the faces behind the technology. So grab a cuppa, settle in, and join us for a chat!

Taking Control of your Career (and your Funeral) with Alison Mulligan.

Where don't we go in this episode?  Alison is the go-to person for career advice in the Microsoft business applications community. Early in my community journey, I was told - 'If you speak to one person at Scottish Summit 2020, speak to Alison Mulligan'. Just do it! This episode is not to be missed.

10-16
01:05:19

From Hamburg to Aberdeen with Björn Zahnow

Björn Zahnow is part of the organisation team that ran the legendary Color Cloud conference in Hamburg earlier this year. This October, he will be joining us at Scottish Summit 2024. Find out all about Björn's passion for Dynamics 365 pro-code and low-code in this episode of The Power Platform Podcast.

10-16
31:11

Cybersecurity, Death Metal and Wrestling with Ru Campbell

We went a little 'off-piste' on this episode but please bear with us as Ru Campbell shares valuable insights into his work as a cybersecurity expert and his involvement in Scottish Summit 2024.

10-15
41:48

Quiz and Make-Up with Tricia Sinclair

In this episode, we catch up with pub quiz host Tricia Sinclair. We discuss the plethora of initiatives she is involved in to support the growth of the Microsoft business applications community. 

10-15
33:36

Achieving Work-Life-Lego Balance with Craig White

Get ready for an inspiring episode of the Power Platform Podcast!   We're sitting down with Ecosystem Engineer Craig White, a master of balancing it all—family, hobbies, a thriving blog, and leading countless community initiatives.   Want to know his secrets to stay on top while still enjoying life? You won't want to miss this conversation!   Plus, don't forget to grab your tickets for Scottish Summit 2024—available now!  https://www.scottishsummit.com/tickets.

09-16
37:07

Carl Cookson Busts Pub Quiz Myth

It's an episode packed full of revelations this time around! Carl 'Cooky' Cookson has some news which will leave Ana shocked! Also, stay tuned for news of another exclusive Scottish Summit charity initiative that will have the community lip-syncing for their lives.

09-11
48:02

Say 'Aloha!' to Bülent Altinsoy and Angeliki Patsiavou

In this episode, we caught up with Bülent Altinsoy about how he started his community journey and his upcoming session with Angeliki Patsiavou at Scottish Summit 2024. Tickets for Scottish Summit 2024 are available here - https://www.scottishsummit.com/tickets/.

09-09
44:53

What gets Franco Musso's Toes Tapping?

Join us for an electrifying conversation with Power Page Phenom Franco Musso as he speaks about his current projects, his role in Scottish Summit 2024 and what tunes get him pumped for his upcoming trip to Aberdeen in October.

08-28
32:26

Training the Next Wave of Power Platform Professionals with Julie Yack

In this episode, we are privileged to be joined by 16-time MVP Julie Yack! We discuss her work in the Microsoft community, her big takeaways from Scottish Summit, and how she deals with the copious amounts of furry friends she finds in her back yard. Julie is running a workshop at Scottish Summit 2024 on 17th October in Aberdeen.  Tickets are available at https://www.scottishsummit.com/tickets/

08-13
25:28

Areti Iles and Andrew Bibby Talk to Us from Slovenia

Rex de Koning and Mark Christie managed to catch up with these two community gems, Andrew Bibby and Areti Iles in person at Dynamics Minds in Slovenia. Join us as they talk about their roles in Scottish Summit 2024.  

08-07
55:12

Taking Scottish Summit on Tour with Matt Beard and Zoe Wilson

In this episode, Paddy and Rex catch up with Matt and Zoe to discuss their involvement in Scottish Summit including taking the event on tour to Manchester in 2023.  

07-31
28:26

From Psychology, to Customer Insights - Journeys with Kelly Simpson

With Scottish Summit 2024 approaching we spoke to community star and marketing mastermind Kelly Simpson about how she started her career and Microsoft community activity.

07-17
30:26

Nailing it, with Sara Fennah

In this episode we chat with MCT and MVP Sarah Fennah about her involvment in Scottish Summit past, present and future. And of course, the legendary pub quiz. Scottish Summit is on 18th and 19th of October 2024 Get your tickets at https://www.scottishsummit.com/tickets/  

06-26
24:15

From chickens and rugby to Aberdeen

This episode we are talking to @garyraife about rugby, chickens and his first time at #ScottishSummit. Scottish Summit 2024 is happening on 18th and 19th October at Aberdeen P&J Live.  https://www.scottishsummit.com/

05-21
27:39

Power BI Laughs and Banter with Triparna

In this episode we speak to Triparna Ray about her extensive work in the Microsoft community including her journey towards becoming a public speaker and her highlights from Scottish Summit past. Scottish Summit 2024 is happening on 18th and 19th October at Aberdeen P&J Live.   https://www.scottishsummit.com/

05-14
25:00

Power Platform Podcast - Black Speakers Support Group

Tricia, Will, Musonda & Alexio join Iain & Mark to talk about their upcoming podcast, the Black Speakers Support Group and Black History Month To find out more please see the following links YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1S5FpAE-ZejkySPuaVcCYAouTube Twitter- https://twitter.com/thebssg?s=11 BHN - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-54522248 & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbojly-4z0Y    

10-01
01:00:18

Wrestling With The Community

Mark and Iain talk to the first family of Power Platform Pro-Wrestling. Nick Doelman, Matt Beard and Paddy Byrne join the podcast to talk about their passion for wrestling.  This is the longest podcast yet so enjoy

12-15
01:34:53

Hitting the High Notes with Samuel Smith

Mark and Iain welcome Samuel Smith onto the podcast.  Find out if we got the Tenor to sign the Wave 2 Release notes and listen to Sams journey into the world of consultancy.   Find Sam Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-smith-a75561125/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Samsingersmith

07-11
01:02:37

Talking Baws.... With Thomas Sandsor

Mark & Iain have a chat with Thomas about Football, Futsal and Beech Soccer. Why did he choose to play for Norway and not the USA? Find Thomas here or Google Him https://crmkeeper.com https://twitter.com/crmkeeper

05-27
59:32

Planting the seed.

Mark and NEW Biz Apps MVP Iain chat with Elaiza Benitez & Alison Mulligan about their plant based diets and how they manage this at events. Twitter https://twitter.com/benitezhere https://twitter.com/AMulligan365    

05-12
01:27:07

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