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Network Automation Nerds

Eric Chou

Booking Overview

This is a technical interview show focused on network automation, programmability, NetDevOps, and infrastructure engineering, featuring practitioners, tool creators, community founders, and industry leaders. PR agencies could credibly pitch network automation engineers, infrastructure technology executives, developer-tool creators, and experts in AI-driven networking; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need demonstrated technical expertise and industry credibility.

Metrics

Episodes: 80

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 18.9k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

operations@packetpushers.net

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Host

Eric Chou - Network engineering and automation expert and author of Mastering Python Networking.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Hands-on experience in network engineering, automation, programmability, NetDevOps, infrastructure technology, or related tools; leadership of a relevant technical community or company is also a strong fit.
Required Achievements:  

Recent Guest Discussions

Sid Mathur - Low-earth-orbit Satellite Networks, In-motion Geolocation, Internet Traffic Routing, And Network Performance.

Chris Grundemann - The Origins And Growth Of Network Automation Forum, Autocon, And Barriers To Network Automation Adoption.

Scott Robohn - The Origins And Growth Of Network Automation Forum, Autocon, And Barriers To Network Automation Adoption.

William Collins - Network Automation Forum, Practitioner Communities, Autocon, And Adoption Of Network Automation.

Alexis Bertholf - Making Network Engineering More Approachable, Technical Communication, Career Development, And Short-form Content.

Recent Topics

Technology, Network Automation, Network Engineering, Netdevops, Network Programmability

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Network Automation Nerds
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NAN133: Beyond the Hype: The Realities of AI Infrastructure

October 14, 2026

Eric Chou speaks with Leo Fleskes on the pressing infrastructure challenges surrounding AI resource consumption, including data centers’ massive water and power demands. Together they discuss local community pushback, regulatory constraints, and the economic viability of AI providers. AdSpot Sponsor: Meter Most IT teams are managing networks stitched together from years of acquisitions and vendor... Read more »

NAN132: The AI-Augmented Engineer

September 30, 2026

Garrett Masters talks with Eric Chou about the concept of the AI-Augmented Engineer. Together they discuss how IT professionals can use Python and NetMiko to automate tasks and even connect AI directly to lab environments. Garrett also shares practical advice on prompt engineering, the importance of context management, and how engineers can safely adopt AI... Read more »

NAN131: Routing Through Space: The Reality of Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Networks

September 16, 2026

Eric is joined by Sid Mathur, founder of Fastah Inc., to unpack the real-world implications of Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) internet. Sid has built a career obsessing over data networks, system performance, and the operational challenges facing ISPs and satellite operators. Together they dive into the complexities of in-motion geolocation and explore the traffic routing implications... Read more »

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Frequently asked questions

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Network Automation Nerds
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How do I get in touch with Network Automation Nerds?

Network Automation Nerds is hosted by Eric Chou. Its publicly listed email is operations@packetpushers.net. 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 Network Automation Nerds?

The publicly listed email for Network Automation Nerds: operations@packetpushers.net.

How many listeners does Network Automation Nerds have?

Podseeker estimates Network Automation Nerds reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Network Automation Nerds?

Network Automation Nerds typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Hands-on experience in network engineering, automation, programmability, NetDevOps, infrastructure technology, or related tools; leadership of a relevant technical community or company is also a strong fit. Recent guests include Sid Mathur, Chris Grundemann, and Scott Robohn.

How hard is it to get booked on Network Automation Nerds?

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

What topics does Network Automation Nerds cover?

Recent episodes cover Technology, Network Automation, Network Engineering, Netdevops, and Network Programmability. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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