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Cisco Champion Radio

Rickey Keith, Richard Cordan, Liam Keegan, Dan Wade, Marco Krauss, Maikel van der Roest, David Penaloza, Nathan Litz, Elliot Dierksen

Booking Overview

A weekly technology interview and panel show focused on enterprise networking, cybersecurity, automation, and infrastructure, typically featuring Cisco executives, product leaders, technical specialists, and Cisco Champion practitioners. Suitable pitches include enterprise security leaders, network architects, automation and AI infrastructure experts, and operators with credible implementation experience; booking difficulty is medium because guests need strong technical relevance and alignment with the Cisco ecosystem.

Metrics

Episodes: 283

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 429.0k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

ciscochampions-pmo@cisco.com

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Host

Rickey Keith - Vertical Systems Engineer at World Wide Technology and a Cisco Champion.

Richard Cordan - Cyber Range Master at TD SYNNEX and a Cisco Champion.

Liam Keegan - Vice President of Technology at RX3 Communications and a Cisco Champion.

Dan Wade - Practice Lead for Network and Infrastructure Automation and a Cisco Champion.

Marco Krauss - IT Senior Consultant specializing in network automation at Computacenter and a Cisco Champion.

Maikel van der Roest - Senior Network Specialist and a Cisco Champion.

David Penaloza - Associate Director at Novartis and a Cisco Champion.

Nathan Litz - Technical Solutions Architect at World Wide Technology and a Cisco Champion.

Elliot Dierksen - Distinguished Engineer at Greyson Technologies and a Cisco Champion.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Senior enterprise technology practitioners, cybersecurity leaders, network and infrastructure architects, product executives, and technical specialists with hands-on expertise in networking, automation, artificial intelligence, edge computing, or infrastructure security.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of enterprise networking, cybersecurity, or infrastructure programs, Product leadership for networking, automation, artificial intelligence, or edge platforms, Practical implementation experience in complex enterprise environments, Technical advocacy, architecture, research and development, or industry expertise

Recent Guest Discussions

Francois Caen - CCNP Security Certification Updates, Zero Trust, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity Skills Development, Cisco U, And Cisco Modeling Labs

Kyle Winters - CCNP Security Certification Updates, Zero Trust, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity Skills Development, Cisco U, And Cisco Modeling Labs

Jack Klecha - Network Infrastructure As A Security Target, Layered Security Architecture, Integrated Network Defense, And Infrastructure Resilience

David Ben Shabat - Stack Automation, Infrastructure Provisioning, Third-party Integrations, Governance, And Artificial Intelligence Solutions

Pablo Urcid - Stack Automation, Curated Artificial Intelligence Solutions, Infrastructure Management, Governance, And Workflows

Recent Topics

Technology, Enterprise Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Automation, Edge Computing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Cisco Champion Radio
:

S13|E10 Real-World Defense: Evolving Your Security Toolkit with Cisco

October 01, 2026

In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we discuss the latest updates to the CCNP security certification, highlighting the integration of modern topics like Zero Trust and AI to address the evolving cybersecurity landscape. We also explore how resources like Cisco U and practical tools such as Cisco Modeling Labs empower professionals to bridge the cybersecurity skills gap and maximize their security technology investments. Resources: LWC: https://learnwith.cisco.com/30-day-challenge.html?u...

Inside Cisco's Approach to Secure Networking

September 28, 2026

Speakers: Jack Klecha, VP, Information Security, Security & Trust Organization and Jon Woolwine, VP, Cisco IT Description: Join Cisco IT and security leaders John Woolwine and Jack Klecha for an in-depth conversation about why network infrastructure has become the biggest target in today's threat landscape, and how Cisco's IT and security teams partnered to implement a layered, integrated approach that fuses security directly into the network fabric — from campus and branch to data center a...

S13|E9 Simplifying the Future: Unpacking Stack Automation and AI Integration

September 15, 2026

In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of Cisco’s stack automation. As network complexity continues to grow, the need for simplified workflows and streamlined infrastructure management has never been more critical. We explore how Cisco is rising to the challenge by moving beyond individual component offerings to deliver complete, curated AI solutions. Key Highlights from This Episode: The Shift to Simplicity: Discover how Cisco’s stack automation...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Cisco Champion Radio
:

How do I get in touch with Cisco Champion Radio?

Cisco Champion Radio is hosted by Rickey Keith and Richard Cordan. Its publicly listed email is ciscochampions-pmo@cisco.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Cisco Champion Radio?

The publicly listed email for Cisco Champion Radio: ciscochampions-pmo@cisco.com.

How many listeners does Cisco Champion Radio have?

Podseeker estimates Cisco Champion Radio reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Cisco Champion Radio?

Cisco Champion Radio typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Senior enterprise technology practitioners, cybersecurity leaders, network and infrastructure architects, product executives, and technical specialists with hands-on expertise in networking, automation, artificial intelligence, edge computing, or infrastructure security. Common among recent guests: Leadership of enterprise networking, cybersecurity, or infrastructure programs; Product leadership for networking, automation, artificial intelligence, or edge platforms; Practical implementation experience in complex enterprise environments. Recent guests include Francois Caen, Kyle Winters, and Jack Klecha.

How hard is it to get booked on Cisco Champion Radio?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Cisco Champion Radio cover?

Recent episodes cover Technology, Enterprise Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Automation, and Edge Computing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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