Episodes

  • How The Spice Works: Tech, Laughs & Community Magic! #podcast
    May 16 2025

    Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how the magic happens at Spiceworks! In this episode, we dive into the creative process with the new Editorial Director Rich Brown and Head Brand Ambassador Jeff Grettler, chatting about the community spirit, and the tech humor that keep the Spiceworks engine running. Whether you’re an IT pro, a longtime SpiceHead, or just curious about the people behind the scenes, this is a fun and insightful look at the team and the culture.Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:15 How the show got started04:30 Favorite community moments09:20 Tech talk & trivia13:45 Bloopers and behind-the-scenes17:00 What’s next for SpiceworksSubscribe for more IT insights, community spotlights, and all things Spice: 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/→ Get to know Jeff Grettler, The Head Brand Ambassador at Spiceworks with over 25 years in the IT Industry - https://community.spiceworks.com/t/q-a-with-jeff-grettler-the-muscle-behind-spiceworks-it-literally/227202→ Get to know The Spiceworks Editorial Director, Rich Brown - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-brown-7b3a543/→ 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/#Spiceworks #TechCommunity #ITHumor #HowTheSpiceWorks #BehindTheScenes #podcast

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    46 mins
  • Retro Tech Rewind: Inside a Museum of Vintage IT & Gaming
    May 8 2025

    Step into a time machine with us as we explore a personal collection dedicated to to some vintage technology from Spiceworks Community Manager Josh Jones!

    From clunky old computers and forgotten operating systems to legendary (and modded) gaming consoles that defined generations, this episode is a nostalgic trip through the evolution of IT and (and video games).

    We’ll chat about rare finds, geek out over classic hardware, and uncover the stories behind the tech that shaped our digital world. Whether you’re a retro gaming fan or a tech history buff, this one’s for you!💬 Join the Discussion!What’s your take on Retro Tech? Have any rare tech items? 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:→ The Museum Of IT post in the Spiceworks Community - https://community.spiceworks.com/t/whats-your-favorite-old-tech/1180567→ Get to know Josh Jones in the Spiceworks Community - https://community.spiceworks.com/u/josh-j-spiceworks/summary→ Join our Spiceworks Community to get free access to IT Community, news,insights, research and tools - https://community.spiceworks.com/→ Test you Tech Knowledge by taking the Spiceworks Daily Challenge - https://community.spiceworks.com/c/daily-challenge/420→ Get to know Jeff Grettler, The Global Director of IT Operations at Spiceworks with over 25 years in the IT Industry - https://community.spiceworks.com/t/q-a-with-jeff-grettler-the-muscle-behind-spiceworks-it-literally/227202→ 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/#spiceworks #spiceworkscommunity #vintage #retrogaming #retro #technology #vintagetech

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    36 mins
  • IT Industry Trends 2025: What’s Next for Tech, AI & IT Jobs? 🚀
    May 8 2025
    AI Hype or Game-Changer? How are IT budgets, cybersecurity spending, and tech careers evolving in 2025? In this Spiceworks Spotlight, Jeff Grettler and Peter Tsai breaks down key insights from the State of IT 2025 Report, revealing industry trends, IT job growth, and where companies are investing their budgets.📊 What You’ll Learn in This Video:→ AI Adoption – Worth It or Overhyped? 68% of IT pros say AI is a top investment, but skepticism remains.→ Cybersecurity Spending on the Rise! IT budgets are increasing 9% YoY, with security as the #1 priority.→ IT Job Market in 2025: Demand for cybersecurity, cloud, and AI skills is soaring, but there’s a skills gap!→ Tech Trends & Future Predictions: AI, automation, and emerging technologies reshaping IT careers & spending.🎯 Key Takeaways for IT Professionals & Tech Leaders:→ The IT job market is booming, but upskilling is crucial to stay ahead.→ Cybersecurity remains the most in-demand skill, with a 27x gap between leadership expectations and IT staff concerns.→ Companies are 7x more likely to increase IT staff than reduce hiring in 2025.→ AI is integrating into IT workflows—but is it really ready for all use cases?🔔 Don’t Miss This!→ IT budget trends: Where is the money going?→ Why IT staff & leadership have conflicting views on tech investments.→ Predictions for AI, cloud, and cybersecurity growth into 2026 & beyond!💬 Join the Discussion!What’s your take on AI, IT budgets, and cybersecurity in 2025? 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:→ Spiceworks State of IT Report 2025 – https://www.spiceworks.com/research/i...→ AI Adoption in IT – https://community.spiceworks.com/t/is...→ Cybersecurity Spending Trends – https://www.spiceworks.com/research/i...→ Join our Spiceworks Community to get free access to IT Community, news,insights, research and tools - https://community.spiceworks.com/→ Get to know Jeff Grettler, The Global Director of IT Operations at Spiceworks with over 25 years in the IT Industry - https://community.spiceworks.com/t/q-...→ 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/#ITTrends2025 #ITJobs2025 #FutureOfWork #StateOfIT #Cybersecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #ITCareers #TechJobs #AIHype #ITSpending #CloudComputing #ITSecurity #TechPredictions #AIandAutomation #ITLeadership #EmergingTech #Spiceworks #SpiceworksCommunity #podcast #podcasts
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    42 mins