Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast
Out of Band is a podcast focused on Microsoft Security and cybersecurity topics. Each episode features experts from Microsoft and other organisations discussing trends, threat intelligence, data protection, and best practices. The show also explores the role of AI and machine learning in security. It aims to provide practical advice for both experienced professionals and those new to cybersecurity.
Episodes
Episode 16: Special Guest - Ray Reyes
🎙️Out of Band is back with a special interview episode featuring Ray Reyes, Principal Security Lead at Engage Squared, ex‑Microsoft Security Lead, and #1 author of Mastering Microsoft Purview Deployment in the Era of AI. With over two decades of experience in cybersecurity, Ray has been at the forefront of shaping how organisations adopt and operationalise Microsoft Security technologies across Pu
Episode 15: MDASH & Project Silica
🎙️Out of Band is back with a big episode covering some of the most interesting developments in the Microsoft security world. We dig into the future of storage with Project Silica, unpack the MDASH announcement, talk through the Global Security Community update and events, and run through what is new in Microsoft Intune and Defender XDR. We also look ahead at what is coming next across the ecosyste
Episode 14: Big News!
🎙️Out of Band is back with a big episode. We say farewell to Shehan, welcome Mat to the crew, catch up on what’s been happening, and unpack some of the latest Microsoft news, including the new Microsoft 365 E7 SKU and what’s actually included.In this episode:✨ Farewelling Shehan and looking back on the journey✨ Welcoming Mat as he joins the podcast✨ What’s been happening lately across work, life,
Episode 13: 2026 Begins
🎙️We’re back for another episode of Out of Band - kicking off the year with fresh energy, a few life updates, and a whole lot of Microsoft Security goodness.In this episode, we dive into:✨ Holiday catch‑ups - how the crew survived the Christmas break✨ What’s New across the stack - Intune, Defender, Purview, Entra✨ New Microsoft Security certifications - what’s worth your time✨ A call for guests -
Episode 12: Agents, Agents Everywhere
🎙️This is our last episode for this year and in this, we talk about some exciting stuff including,🚀Zero Trust Assessment Tool: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/security/zero-trust/assessment/overview🚀Security & AI Announcements at Ignite 2025: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftthreatprotectionblog/ignite-2025-whats-new-in-microsoft-defender/4469996🚀Andrew's experience on M
Episode 11: Microsoft Secure 2025
🎙️In this special duo episode, Anthony and Andrew reunite to unpack the biggest announcements from Microsoft Secure 2025. From the latest innovations across the Microsoft Security platform to the evolving role of AI in our professional and personal lives, it’s a conversation that blends deep technical insight with the kind of candid banter our listeners have come to expect.Whether you’re navigatin
Episode 10: Security Chin Wag with Mat Clark
In this special episode, we’re joined by returning guest speaker Mat Clark, stepping in for one of our regular hosts. Together, we dive into the latest in Microsoft security, what Mat has been working on, and what else is happening in our lives. Whether you’re an IT pro, security leader, or just curious about the evolving cyber landscape, this conversation blends expert insight with the relaxed, c
Episode 09: Inside the Threat Landscape
🎙️In this episode, we dive into the latest advances across the Microsoft Security suite, share the excitement (and nerves!) as two of our hosts await their MVP renewals, and unpack the shifting cyber threat landscape that’s shaping IT defenses around the world.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵Follow us on our Socials:🔗
Episode 08: Into the world of Copilot
🎙️In this episode, we discuss about Microsoft Copilot and Agents in general and some of the special scenarios where Copilot can directly help you to get things done. We also go through the What's new on Entra, Intune, Defender, and the Security related takeaways from the recent events.#MicrosoftIntune #Microsoft #Security #Entra #MicrosoftEntra #MicrosoftDefender-------------------------------
Episode 07: S.E.C.U.R.E with Mat Clark
🎙️In this episode, the gang is in the same place for the first time in Adelaide, and with a special guest, Mat Clark. It was a very interesting session filled with laughs and, more importantly, the thoughts shared about Cyber Citizen responsibilities and awareness.Mat is a Cloud and Security Architect from Avanade, and we were discussing his book S.E.C.U.R.E and the security tool "SecureAlias".✨Ge
Episode 6: Stories from Redmond - Post MVP Summit 2025
Kicking off our sixth episode, where we touch on the recent travels of our two Microsoft Security MVP's on their adventures to Redmond for the Microsoft Summit of 2025!----------------------------Meet and connect with our hosts:Andrew 'Abe' O'Young: https://linktr.ee/andrewoyoungAnthony 'Anto' Porter: https://linktr.ee/antoporterShehan Perera: https://linktr.ee/shehanjp
Episode 5: Before Redmond - MVP Origins
🎙️ Before Redmond: MVP Origins - In this special episode, we dive into the inspiring journeys of two of our Microsoft MVPs. Hear firsthand how they earned this prestigious title, the challenges they overcame, and the lessons they learned along the way. It's a candid and motivating discussion about community contributions, growth, and the passion that drives them. Whether you're aiming to be an MVP
Episode 04: Chronicles of a Rogue Device
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is always a double-edged sword, and if you allow it in your organization, you have to do it right. By keeping that theme across the whole discussion, we discuss Conditional Access Policies and how you can protect BYO Devices with them by providing that first line of defense and during other activities. We also dive deep into Conditional Access Policies in general on ho
Episode 03: Entra Goodness with Merill Fernando
Kicking off our third episode, where we discuss all things Security and Compliance across Microsoft Services in securing Identities, Devices, Apps and Data.
This episode we were lucky to have none other than Merill Fernando, Principal Product Manager for Entra, join us on the cast!
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Meet and connect with our hosts:
Andrew 'Abe' O'Young:
https://linktr.ee/andre
Episode 02: Intune It
Kicking off our second episode, where we discuss all things Security and Compliance across Microsoft Services in securing Identities, Devices, Apps and Data.----------------------------Meet and connect with our hosts:Andrew 'Abe' O'Young: https://linktr.ee/andrewoyoungAnthony 'Anto' Porter: https://linktr.ee/antoporterShehan Perera: https://linktr.ee/shehanjp
Episode 01: Boots on Ground
Kicking off our first episode, where we discuss all things Security and Compliance across Microsoft Services in securing Identities, Devices, Apps and Data.---------------------------- Meet and connect with our hosts:Andrew 'Abe' O'Young: https://linktr.ee/andrewoyoungAnthony 'Anto' Porter: https://linktr.ee/antoporterShehan Perera: https://linktr.ee/shehanjp
Episode 00: Welcome to the Band
Kicking off our pilot episode, introducing Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast where we discuss all things Security and Compliance across Microsoft Services in securing Identities, Devices, Apps and Data.---------------------------- Meet and connect with our hosts:Andrew 'Abe' O'Young: https://linktr.ee/andrewoyoungAnthony 'Anto' Porter: https://linktr.ee/antoporterShehan Perera: https://li
