IT Business Podcast Episodes

ASCII Edge Connects Microsoft & MSPs (EP 925)
Nov. 4, 2025

ASCII Edge Connects Microsoft & MSPs (EP 925)

Discover how Microsoft’s evolving programs and new security bundles are shaking up the MSP landscape, as Jason Jones from Microsoft shares actionable tips and candid stories from the ASCII Edge event.​

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Community at the Core: Ken Patterson (EP 924)
Nov. 4, 2025

Community at the Core: Ken Patterson (EP 924)

Dive into a candid conversation with industry leader Ken Patterson as he discusses Todyl’s approach to cybersecurity, the impact of AI on MSPs, and the enduring legacy of ASCII founder Alan Weinberger.​

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Unlocking ASCII Spark Success - Erez Zevulunov (EP 923)
Nov. 3, 2025

Unlocking ASCII Spark Success - Erez Zevulunov (EP 923)

Erez Zevulunov shares lessons from over two decades in technology, focusing on the power of peer groups like ASCII Spark to drive MSP business growth, strategic product selection, and embracing cybersecurity and AI innovation.​

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MSP Success with ASCII Peer Groups: David Stinner (EP 922)
Nov. 3, 2025

MSP Success with ASCII Peer Groups: David Stinner (EP 922)

David Stinner discusses the evolution and impact of ASCII Spark peer groups, sharing valuable business and technical insights for MSPs at every stage. Discover how collaborative learning and networking can drive major growth for IT business owners.​

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Dawn Sizer’s Tips for MSP Growth (EP 921)
Nov. 3, 2025

Dawn Sizer’s Tips for MSP Growth (EP 921)

Dawn Sizer, co-founder and CEO of 3rd Element Consulting, shares insights on building a service-first MSP and integrating AI innovations into workflows. The discussion explores MSP flexibility, community connections at ASCII, and strategies for client success.

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How MSPs Can Stay Relevant with AI (EP 920)
Nov. 2, 2025

How MSPs Can Stay Relevant with AI (EP 920)

Discover how ASCII Group is guiding managed service providers to stay ahead of industry change, with new AI strategies, community-driven education, and exclusive member programs.

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Brotherhood & Business: Josh Liberman (EP 919)
Nov. 2, 2025

Brotherhood & Business: Josh Liberman (EP 919)

ASCII veteran Josh Liberman reveals practical MSP growth tips, real-world risk management advice, and the importance of professional family in tech. Gain insights on transitioning to flat-rate models, navigating client challenges, and fostering trust in the IT industry.

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The ASCII Effect: Joe Balsarotti (EP 918)
Nov. 2, 2025

The ASCII Effect: Joe Balsarotti (EP 918)

Joe Balsarotti, Software To Go president and ASCII board member, shares timeless lessons from 45 years in IT and reveals how peer networks shape the MSP world today.

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Live at ASCII Edge: Powered By Rythmz (EP 917)
Nov. 2, 2025

Live at ASCII Edge: Powered By Rythmz (EP 917)

Join Uncle Marv live at ASCII Edge for an engaging look at MSP camaraderie, the lasting impact of Alan Weinberger, and vendor innovations like Rythmz’s Internet-in-a-Box. Dive into human-centric IT, vendor strategies, and actionable lessons for channel leaders

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NSITSP Spotlight: Ryan Redmond of Optrua (EP 916)
Oct. 26, 2025

NSITSP Spotlight: Ryan Redmond of Optrua (EP 916)

Ryan Redmond spills the secrets to making CRM work for MSPs and how Optrua’s “smarter systems” drive better sales. We dig into Microsoft Dynamics, co-pilot AI tools, and the challenges of industry regulation in IT.​

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Don’t VPN for Me, Argentina (EP 915)
Oct. 22, 2025

Don’t VPN for Me, Argentina (EP 915)

Ever had a client stuck halfway across the world with no VPN access? Hear how I battled Argentina’s internet with Ubiquiti and managed to save the day – MSP-style.

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MSP Journey: Kyle Kenyon, The Pro Tech Guy (EP 914)
Oct. 15, 2025

MSP Journey: Kyle Kenyon, The Pro Tech Guy (EP 914)

Today it’s all about growth, grit, and getting secure. Kyle Kenyon joins the show to share how he scaled his IT business, refined his client base, and adopted a zero-trust mindset — all while juggling life, family, and tech.

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Man in the Van vs. MSP: 10 Years Later (EP 913)
Oct. 15, 2025

Man in the Van vs. MSP: 10 Years Later (EP 913)

Uncle Marv reconnects with Chad Kempt of Fast Computers to celebrate 10 years since the iconic “Man in the Van vs. MSP” debate. They dig into how solo techs have matured, the shift toward systemized small-scale MSPs, and the realities of scaling, support, and exit strategies.

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Meet the Aggressively Friendly Tara Rummer (EP 912)
Oct. 12, 2025

Meet the Aggressively Friendly Tara Rummer (EP 912)

Tara Rummer brings authentic, unfiltered insight on what it’s like to steer automation in the MSP world—all while championing neurodiversity and smashing industry norms on the way.

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NSITSP Spotlight: Diana Giles, Skyline IT (EP 911)
Oct. 9, 2025

NSITSP Spotlight: Diana Giles, Skyline IT (EP 911)

Diana Giles shares her journey from side projects to founding Skyline IT Management and discusses why raising professionalism in IT is crucial for the future.​

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Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)
Oct. 8, 2025

Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)

In this week’s IT Business Podcast Livestream, Uncle Marv reveals Synology’s sudden drive compatibility reversal and discusses the big news from DattoCon—Kaseya’s acquisition of Inky for advanced AI-powered email security. Tune in for candid takes on MSP stack consolidation, hands-on Wi-Fi access p…

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Ambulance Chasing Goes Cyber (EP 909)
Oct. 5, 2025

Ambulance Chasing Goes Cyber (EP 909)

Bradley Gross returns to break down how ambulance-chasing law firms are targeting MSPs after data breaches—and what you must do to protect your business.

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Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908)
Oct. 1, 2025

Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908)

In this episode, Tom Wyant and I deep-dive into using Ubiquiti for MSPs, sharing real-world stories, the ups and downs, and why my view on Ubiquiti evolved after hands-on fieldwork.

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MSP Spotlight: Tech Brews LLC (EP 907)
Sept. 30, 2025

MSP Spotlight: Tech Brews LLC (EP 907)

Meet Kevin Dutkiewicz, owner of Tech Brews LLC, who shares his journey from gaming-driven networking to founding an MSP dedicated to serving businesses of all sizes, with stories of stacks, systems, and philosophy for making IT accessible.

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The Future of AI in IT Services (EP 906)
Sept. 30, 2025

The Future of AI in IT Services (EP 906)

Jermaine Clark from Sherweb returns to dig deeper into MSP AI readiness, sharing actionable steps and practical solutions for IT business owners facing real-world automation and service delivery challenges. Don’t miss insights on how to truly transform your MSP in the AI era.

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AI Readiness for MSPs: Jermaine Clark (EP 905)
Sept. 25, 2025

AI Readiness for MSPs: Jermaine Clark (EP 905)

Jermaine Clark shares insights on the urgency of AI adoption in the MSP space, lessons from the Microsoft Advisory Council, and practical tips for balancing security with productivity. Plus, we dive into Sherweb’s offerings and Jermaine’s unique path from saving sea turtles to saving your business.

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Kimmel & Free Speech in Tech (EP 904)
Sept. 24, 2025

Kimmel & Free Speech in Tech (EP 904)

Uncle Marv gets real about being an IT pro in today’s climate, mixing insights from Jimmy Kimmel’s media comeback with hard-hitting lessons from inside the MSP world. This episode’s guest: the courage to speak up—even when it’s tough.

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MSPX 2.0: The Future of MSP Contracts (EP 903)
Sept. 23, 2025

MSPX 2.0: The Future of MSP Contracts (EP 903)

Matt Yesbeck returns to break down the freshly launched MSPX 2.0—what’s new, how it’s making MSP buying and selling contracts easier, and why trust, transparency, and streamlined transitions matter more than ever in the modern IT business game.

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Building Better MSPs with Bret Erickson (EP 902)
Sept. 22, 2025

Building Better MSPs with Bret Erickson (EP 902)

This episode of the IT Business Podcast features Bret Erickson, President of Passkey Technology, sharing his journey from musician to MSP owner. Bret discusses his company’s history, his business philosophy, and his role as a founding committee member of the National Society of IT Service Providers…

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