Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Shortest Path Bridging (SPB) remains an intriguing and reliable fabric technology, offering a unique approach to Ethernet that differs from more widely deployed fabrics such as EVPN/VXLAN. Jeff Wilson joins Ethan and Drew to share his experience designing and managing SPB-based fabrics. Together they discuss how SPB simplifies multicast, essential hardware design considerations for scaling, and the trade-offs involved when selecting SPB over other network fabrics.
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Links:
Jeff Wilson on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/jeffreyswilson254
Jeff Wilson’s Website - jeffreyswilson.net
Jeff Wilson’s isis-lsdb-parser repo - github.com/jeffreyswilson/isis-lsdb-parser
Show 44 – The Case for Shortest Path Bridging - packetpushers.net/podcasts/heavy-networking/hn044-case-shortest-path-bridging-802-1aq-spb
Show 136: Avaya – Considerations for Turning your Network into an Ethernet Fabric – Sponsored - packetpushers.net/podcasts/heavy-networking/hn136-avaya-considerations-for-turning-your-network-into-an-ethernet-fabric-sponsored
Show 210 – SPB Implementation Fundamentals - packetpushers.net/podcasts/heavy-networking/hn210-spb-implementation-fundamentals
Did you like the photos in Jeff’s background? You can get them here! Fine Art Storefront at rebeccacwilson.com
Heavy Networking is the flagship show of the Packet Pushers network. Visit our website to find more great networking and technology podcasts, along with tutorial videos, the Human Infrastructure newsletter, and loads more resources for building your IT career. packetpushers.net
Shortest Path Bridging (SPB) remains an intriguing and reliable fabric technology, offering a unique approach to Ethernet that differs from more widely deployed fabrics such as EVPN/VXLAN. Jeff Wilson joins Ethan and Drew to share his experience designing and managing SPB-based fabrics. Together they discuss how SPB simplifies multicast, essential hardware design considerations for scaling, and the trade-offs involved when selecting SPB over other network fabrics.
AdSpot Sponsor: Meter
Most IT teams are managing networks stitched together from years of acquisitions and vendor contracts and nobody's accountable when something breaks. Meter delivers the complete network: hardware, software, and services delivered as a predictable subscription. Upgrade credits, a fully managed install and deployment, and 24/7 support make the transition easy. Companies like Lyft, Mr. Beast, and Bridgewater have already made the switch. Go to meter.com/heavynetworking to book a demo.
Links:
Jeff Wilson on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/jeffreyswilson254
Jeff Wilson’s Website - jeffreyswilson.net
Jeff Wilson’s isis-lsdb-parser repo - github.com/jeffreyswilson/isis-lsdb-parser
Show 44 – The Case for Shortest Path Bridging - packetpushers.net/podcasts/heavy-networking/hn044-case-shortest-path-bridging-802-1aq-spb
Show 136: Avaya – Considerations for Turning your Network into an Ethernet Fabric – Sponsored - packetpushers.net/podcasts/heavy-networking/hn136-avaya-considerations-for-turning-your-network-into-an-ethernet-fabric-sponsored
Show 210 – SPB Implementation Fundamentals - packetpushers.net/podcasts/heavy-networking/hn210-spb-implementation-fundamentals
Did you like the photos in Jeff’s background? You can get them here! Fine Art Storefront at rebeccacwilson.com
Heavy Networking is the flagship show of the Packet Pushers network. Visit our website to find more great networking and technology podcasts, along with tutorial videos, the Human Infrastructure newsletter, and loads more resources for building your IT career. packetpushers.net
