Having the opportunity to preview builds is one of the cornerstones of the Windows Insider Program. We have discussed many aspects of how a build makes its way externally to Insiders, beginning with new code being written, continuing to the build “snap” (aka: compiling the build), to media availability, to flighting, and of course the feedback process that continues the cycle of development. Joining us this episode is Roger Johnson, Windows Software Engineer to talk about build validation...

Fellow Windows Insider Program team member Brandon Leblanc is our guest this month as we cover a variety of topics including Surface devices, features in recent WIP builds, the seventh anniversary of the Windows Insider Program, and even TikTok videos! Tune in for the variety, stay for the fun!

Throughout time there have been many dynamic duos which left their mark on the future.  In the modern era, few, if any, combinations have been more impactful than the blending of hardware and software.  Dani Tene joins us this month to discuss mixing  hardware, software, your career, and more! 

Everything we thought we knew about work—where we do it, when we do it, how we do it—has been turned on its head. Where is it all going, and is there a map to get us there? WorkLab is a new podcast from Microsoft that taps into data and research to guide you on the road ahead. Leaders and scientists share the company’s findings, and we’ll hear stories about how people and organizations are being transformed at this radical moment. Follow the show at microsoft.com/worklab.

Are you a fan of voice typing? How about the touch keyboard? If you’re interested in Windows 11 and the evolving landscape of device input methods, you won’t want to miss this conversation as we deep-dive into these topics and more with Program Manager Hadley Griffin and Senior Designer Julia Carlson. Join in!

With the variety and importance of conversations surrounding Windows 11, what does this new version of Windows mean for the Windows Insider program?  How are we delivering this release to Insiders?  Amanda Langowski and Brandon LeBlanc join Jason Howard to discuss these topics and more!

The Windows 11 journey is officially underway! There are lots of changes to explore, but it’s important to understand the backstory of those changes and the process and efforts that drove them. Sheetal Agarwal from User Research and Hanna McLaughlin from Design join us this month to cover these topics and more!

If you’ve heard the adage of “you are what you eat,” you likely realize the literal truth of the statement.  The same is true in the computing world as your PC becomes what you deploy to it!  Understanding the basics of deployment (and recovery paths of needed!) are vital in staying up-to-date and secure.  Aaron Lower from the Windows Fundamentals team joins us this month to talk deployment, recovery, and more!

Trust is so much more than a buzzword, it’s the foundation upon which long-lasting relationships are built.  What happens when you combine a passion for building customer relationships with a desire to create lasting impact?  Joining us this month is Doug Winnie, Windows Insider MVP and customer advocate, as we discuss change management, being authentic, and building trust with customers!

What happens when an important change in one product overflows and influences another? You guessed it, the ice cube tray effect! Tune in as Briana Roberts and Nathalia Scrimshaw join us to talk about how feedback from Xbox gaming enthusiasts helped create a cohesive cross-platform experience in Windows.  You won’t be disappointed!

Learning alongside customers is more than a passing fancy, it’s a way of doing business.  This collaboration drives exciting innovations and remarkable outcomes that may not otherwise be achieved.  Join us this month as we chat with Ryan Hill, Software Engineer in the Azure CXP organization as we discuss the importance of connecting with customers to learn together.

The world continues to change, and the News and Interest feature is here to keep you informed and on task.  Tune in as Alex Campbell joins us to discuss this Windows Insider feature and much more!

2020 has come and gone, and 2021 marks the beginning of a new chapter with stories yet to be written. In this episode, we reminisce as we look back across the past year, the changes it brought, and take a look forward to 2021 and what the team expects next. Jason talks with the Windows Insider team, including program lead Amanda Langowski, Brandon LeBlanc, Vivek Elangovan, and Eddie Leonard. 

In this episode, we broach a new topic that hasn’t previously been discussed in-depth:  what is Windows Currency?  Project Manager Laura Finch from the Windows Fundamentals team joins us to provide an end-to-end overview of the importance of staying current with Windows preview builds.

In this month’s episode of the Windows Insider Podcast, Steve Syfuhs joins us from the Hybrid Identity group within Microsoft’s Cloud & AI org as we take a behind-the-scenes look at the login and authentication processes within Windows.

In this episode, we’re joined by Jenelle Trimmell from the Windows Servicing & Delivery team to discuss the “Flight Like We Service” concept and explore how Windows Insiders contribute to the process of global Windows OS updates.

In this episode, guests Eric Papamarcos, Charles Taylor, and William Devereaux join us to discuss the history of changes and modern-day evolution of two iconic Windows features: Start Menu and Taskbar.

In the second half of this month's two-part episode, we’re joined by Chris Guzak, a Principle Software Developer in Windows, to reflect on the history of Windows 95, including the Start Menu, Taskbar, as well as the early days of software usability testing.

In the first of a two-part episode this month, we’re joined by Raymond Chen, a Principle Software Engineer in Windows, to reflect on the history of Windows 95 as well the early days of application compatibility and testing.

In this month’s episode we’re joined by Shweta Jha, a Senior Program Manager for Tamper Protection, to take a look at how the suite of Windows Security features are protecting Windows Insiders, enterprise customers, and all Windows users by defending your devices’ security.

It’s time for a deeper look at feedback! First, we’re joined by Eddie Leonard to take a look at how our team looks at your feedback across platforms. Then, we’re joined by Nikki Rubino and Devin Sinha from the Feedback Hub team to learn more about the app and where it’s headed next.

In this month’s episode of the podcast, we’re looking at how the Windows Insider Program is continuing to evolve with the new leader of our program, Amanda Langowski. Then we’re joined by Brandon LeBlanc to take a look at how our team is adjusting to working from home.

In this month’s minisode of the Windows Insider Podcast, we’re revisiting the Windows Hassles program, how it works, and what they’re currently working on with its leader, Amy Kruzick.

This month, we’re digging into troubleshooting, from how Microsoft is doing it on a large scale with Microsoft News to how you can do it as a Windows Insider. First, we’re joined by Ben Rudolph, the director of Microsoft News to look at how Microsoft is driving solutions through technology in the field of journalism. Then we’re joined by Christopher Caulfield and Emma Saboureau to take a look at the tools available for you to troubleshoot your own devices and how Insiders can get started.