Welcome to "Out of Band", your go-to podcast for all things Microsoft Security. Join us as we dive deep into the latest trends, insights, and innovations in the world of cybersecurity.
Episode features experts from Microsoft and beyond, sharing their knowledge on topics like threat intelligence, data protection, best practices, and the future of AI and machine learning in security.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in cybersecurity, "Out of Band" offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you stay ahead of the curve.
Tune in and stay secure!
🎙️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 Purview, Defender XDR, and beyond.In this episode, we sit down with Ray to explore his journey from Microsoft to Engage Squared, his insights on building security practices that actually deliver outcomes, and his perspective on the evolving landscape of data security, compliance, and AI governance.In this episode:✨ Ray’s career journey from Microsoft Security Lead to Principal Security Lead at Engage Squared✨ Why Purview is central to modern data security and compliance strategies✨ Defender XDR in practice: what organisations get right and wrong✨ Lessons from authoring the #1 Purview book and how it equips practitioners✨ Building sustainable security practices that go beyond feature deployment✨ The future of AI agents, governance, and what’s next in Microsoft SecurityWhether you are a SecOps professional, architecting cloud security, or simply want to hear from one of the most respected voices in Microsoft Security, this episode is packed with insights and practical takeaways.---🔵Follow us on our Socials:🔗LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/oobcasts---🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Mathew Clarkhttps://linktr.ee/mathewclark
18 May 2026
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 ecosystem.In this episode:✨ Project Silica and why it matters for long term, resilient storage✨ MDASH and how multi model agentic security is shifting the landscape✨ The Global Security Community announcement and upcoming events✨ What is new in Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender XDR, and Agent365✨ What we are watching next in Microsoft SecurityWhether you work in SecOps, manage devices in Intune, build cloud architecture, or just enjoy hearing practitioners break down what matters without the fluff, this episode has plenty to explore.---🔵Follow us on our Socials:🔗LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/oobcasts---🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Mathew Clarkhttps://linktr.ee/mathewclark
30 Mar 2026
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, and the community✨ The new Microsoft 365 E7 SKU and what it brings to the table✨ Other recent Microsoft announcements worth knowing about✨ Upcoming events and where you can catch us nextWhether you're into Microsoft Security, M365, cloud architecture, or just enjoy hearing practitioners talk through what matters without the fluff, there’s something here for you.🔵Follow us on our Socials:🔗LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/oobcasts🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Mathttps://linktr.ee/mathewclark🔗Shehan Pererahttps://linktr.ee/shehanjp
8 Feb 2026
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 - want to join us on the show?✨ Closing thoughts - and a hint at what’s coming nextIf you’re into Microsoft Security, cloud architecture, or just enjoy three practitioners talking shop with a bit of personality, you’ll feel right at home.
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3 Dec 2025
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 Microsoft Sentinel Workspace Manager----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵Follow us on our Socials:🔗LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/oobcasts----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Shehan Pererahttps://linktr.ee/shehanjp----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#microsoftintune #MicrosoftDefender #MicrosoftEntra #DefenderXDR #ZeroTrust #MVP #ThreatIntelligence #Podcast #ComputerSecurity #CyberThreats #MicrosoftSecurity #Windows #MicrosoftCopilot #CopilotAgents
6 Oct 2025
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 navigating Zero Trust strategies, curious about Security Copilot’s new capabilities, or just wondering how AI is reshaping the way we work and live, this episode offers a grounded yet forward-looking take.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Shehan Pererahttps://linktr.ee/shehanjp
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25 Aug 2025
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, candid style our listeners love.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:
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🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porter
https://linktr.ee/antoporter
🔗Shehan Perera
https://linktr.ee/shehanjp
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17 Jul 2025
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:🔗LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/oobcasts----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Shehan Pererahttps://linktr.ee/shehanjp----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#microsoftintune #MicrosoftDefender #MicrosoftEntra #DefenderXDR #ZeroTrust #MVP #ThreatIntelligence #Podcast #ComputerSecurity #CyberThreats #MicrosoftSecurity #Windows
16 Jun 2025
Episode 08: Into the world of Copilot
Andrew 'Abe' O'Young, Anthony 'Anto' Porter, and Shehan Perera explore Microsoft Copilot's capabilities and its practical applications, along with updates to Entra, Intune, and Defender, revealing its potential to streamline tasks.
15 May 2025
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".✨Get to know Mat:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathewclarkau/https://www.secureinseconds.com/https://alias.secureinseconds.com/🔖Chapters00:00 Intro00:55 Who is Mat?02:59 Challenges in Cyber through Mat's eye04:57 About the book S.E.C.U.R.E07:49 Reusing passwords, how bad is that?09:00 Secure in Seconds - S.E.C.U.R.E framework12:14 Why S.E.C.U.R.E Stands out?15:30 Security questions20:41 SecureAlias Email tool26:24 How Mat is keeping up with Knowledge sharing32:39 Why everyone should care about Cyber Security?38:44 About Win10 EOL40:20 What's next for Mat?42:47 Advice for anyone who is starting out in Cyber journey45:41 Closing----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵Follow us on our Socials:🔗LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/oobc...----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵Meet and connect with our hosts:🔗Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung🔗Anthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporter🔗Shehan Pererahttps://linktr.ee/shehanjp#Intune #DefenderXDR #podcast #computersecurity #MicrosoftSecurity #Microsoft #windows
14 Apr 2025
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!
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Shehan Perera:
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24 Mar 2025
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 or simply enjoy a good story, this episode has something for everyone!
10 Mar 2025
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 how to get started and map it with the scenarios and how to keep on improving them to keep up with Zero-Trust.
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24 Feb 2025
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/andrewoyoung
Anthony 'Anto' Porter:
https://linktr.ee/antoporter
Shehan Perera:
https://linktr.ee/shehanjp
10 Feb 2025
Episode 2: Intune It - Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast
Kicking off our second episode, where we discuss all things Security and Compliance across Microsoft Services in securing Identities, Devices, Apps and Data.
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Meet and connect with our hosts:Andrew 'Abe' O'Younghttps://linktr.ee/andrewoyoungAnthony 'Anto' Porterhttps://linktr.ee/antoporterShehan Pererahttps://linktr.ee/shehanjp
27 Jan 2025
Episode 1: Boots on Ground - Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast
Kicking off our first episode, where we discuss all things Security and Compliance across Microsoft Services in securing Identities, Devices, Apps and Data.
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Meet and connect with our hosts:
Andrew 'Abe' O'Young
https://linktr.ee/andrewoyoung
Anthony 'Anto' Porter
https://linktr.ee/antoporter
Shehan Perera
https://linktr.ee/shehanjp
12 Jan 2025
Episode 0: Welcome to the Band - Out of Band: A Microsoft Security Podcast
Microsoft security experts Andrew 'Abe' O'Young, Anthony 'Anto' Porter, and Shehan Perera explore the latest security and compliance strategies for Microsoft Services.
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