Aug 19, 202654 minS1
I'm joined again by fellow MVP Ami DIamond. Copilot is shifting fast, and if you're still treating it like one tool, you're already behind. In this episode, Rob Quickenden and Ami Diamond break down the new reality: a...
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Under the Surface
Hosted by Rob Quickenden · technology · EN-GB
About this Podcast:
"Under the Surface" unpacks the intricate layers of modern and cool tech. It focusses on the blend of tech and human interaction in business and our personal lives. Each episode aims to explore the hidden details behind different yet interconnected digital and AI innovations—from chip to cloud and through to AI. Each episode is hosted by Rob Quickenden [Microsoft MVP and CTO at Cisilion] with special guests (product leads, vendors, friends, and MVPs) to boldly go beyond the tech, to explore the facts and discover what really powers our rapidly evolving and connected world.
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What is Under the Surface about?
"Under the Surface" unpacks the intricate layers of modern and cool tech. It focusses on the blend of tech and human interaction in business and our personal lives. Each episode aims to explore the hidden details behind different yet interconnected digital and AI innovations, from chip to cloud and through to AI.
Who hosts Under the Surface?
Under the Surface is hosted by Rob Quickenden. The show has published 12 episodes to date.
What has Under the Surface covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Copilot is Changing Fast - Agents, Skills, Models, Uses" (19 August 2026, 54 minutes), "Microsoft Build 2026 - From Copilot to Autopilot." (6 June 2026, 29 minutes), and "Unleashing the Power of Skills and Agents in AI" (17 May 2026, 58 minutes).
How often does Under the Surface publish?
Under the Surface publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 44 minutes across 12 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Under the Surface?
Booking probability for Under the Surface is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Under the Surface requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Under the Surface's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Under the Surface?
The strongest fits for Under the Surface are IT Services & Software Development. Under the Surface has a technology audience.
About the host
Rob Quickenden hosts Under the Surface, a technology podcast with 12 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Jun 6, 202629 minS1<p>In this Episode, I speak with Tammy Briggs, a Microsoft MVP for Power Apps and Copilot Studio. We explore the transformative shift from Copilot to Autopilot. </p><p>This episode dives into how organisations can...
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Unleashing the Power of Skills and Agents in AI
May 17, 202658 minS0<p>Imagine having AI that not only understands your data but can orchestrate complex tasks, create content, and even manage your organizational knowledge — all seamlessly integrated within your systems. </p><p>Episode...
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Microsoft 365 E7, Agent 365 and Work IQ
Mar 23, 202645 minS1<p>Episode 9 - Recorded: Episode 9 March 9th, 2026</p><p>In this insightful episode, I speak with Gareth Bleasdale from Microsoft about the transformative impact of AI, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and the future of...
- Jan 13, 202654 minS1
<p>Summary</p><p>In my first podcast of 2026, I talk to MVP Ami Diamond and discuss the evolving landscape of Microsoft Copilot and its impact on productivity and technology. </p><p>We explore the role of MVPs in the...
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Copilot Updates - Post Ignite 2025
Dec 9, 202550 minS0<p>Following Ignite 2025, Manesh Mistry and I discuss the rapid evolution of AI, focusing on advances with Microsoft's Copilot and its implications for businesses. In this podcast we explore some of the newest features...
Under the Surface
Microsoft Copilot: Looking at how far we have come
Oct 6, 202552 minS0<p>In this eposide I am joined by Manesh Minstry, a digitial artist and Microsoft 365 Copilot advisor,menror and prompting guru.</p><p><br></p><p>We talk about the incredible pace of change, innovation,new features and...
- Jul 29, 202545 minS1
<p>In this episode, Rob Quickenden (Microsoft MVP) and Microsoft's Caleb Johnson discuss the evolution of Surface devices, the impact of technology on productivity, and the integration of AI and 5G in modern computing...
Under the Surface
Windows in the Cloud - Is this the future of End User Compute
Jul 14, 202536 minS0<p>In this episode of "Under the Surface," I am joined by Microsofts' Christian Brinkoff from the Windows Cloud Engineering team. We explore the evolution of Windows from Microsoft original vision for a Windows device...
May 13, 202551 minS1<p>In this episode, Rob Quickenden engages with adoption and change consultants Mike Blair and James Webb to discuss the critical role of change management in maximising the benefits and potential of AI technologies...
Episode #2
History of Microsoft Surface
Apr 22, 202528 minS1<p>In this episode, we talk to Microsoft's Chauncey Larsen in Redmond. We discuss the origins of Surface, innovation of Surface and Windows and Chip to Cloud Security as we explore the finer details of Microsoft's...
Episode #1
Why Windows 365
Apr 16, 202527 minS1<p>My first Podcast in the Under The Surface, I am live from Microsoft MVP Summit in Redmond, Washington, talking to Microsoft's Megan Gremmell about Windows in the Cloud, Windows 365, AVD and the new Windows 365 Link...
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