IT Business Podcast Episodes

Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)
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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 point reviews, and real-world frustrations with vendor portals, plus listener shoutouts to Diana Giles, Kyle Kenyon, and Troy Casper.
Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)
IT Business Podcast
Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910)
Ambulance Chasing Goes Cyber (EP 909)
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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.
Ambulance Chasing Goes Cyber (EP 909)
IT Business Podcast
Ambulance Chasing Goes Cyber (EP 909)
Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908)
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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.
Guest: Tom Wyant
Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908)
IT Business Podcast
Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908)
MSP Spotlight: Tech Brews LLC (EP 907)
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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.
MSP Spotlight: Tech Brews LLC (EP 907)
IT Business Podcast
MSP Spotlight: Tech Brews LLC (EP 907)
The Future of AI in IT Services (EP 906)
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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.
The Future of AI in IT Services (EP 906)
IT Business Podcast
The Future of AI in IT Services (EP 906)
AI Readiness for MSPs: Jermaine Clark (EP 905)
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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.
AI Readiness for MSPs: Jermaine Clark (EP 905)
IT Business Podcast
AI Readiness for MSPs: Jermaine Clark (EP 905)
Kimmel & Free Speech in Tech (EP 904)
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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.
Kimmel & Free Speech in Tech (EP 904)
IT Business Podcast
Kimmel & Free Speech in Tech (EP 904)
MSPX 2.0: The Future of MSP Contracts (EP 903)
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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.
Guest: Matt Yesbeck
MSPX 2.0: The Future of MSP Contracts (EP 903)
IT Business Podcast
MSPX 2.0: The Future of MSP Contracts (EP 903)
Building Better MSPs with Bret Erickson (EP 902)
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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 (NSITSP), offering insights into building a sustainable MSP and navigating industry change.
Building Better MSPs with Bret Erickson (EP 902)
IT Business Podcast
Building Better MSPs with Bret Erickson (EP 902)
Your Customer Is Your Paycheck: Why It Matters (EP 901)
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Sept. 17, 2025

Your Customer Is Your Paycheck: Why It Matters (EP 901)

From broken appliances to botched phone ports, I explore why customer service so often falls flat—and how IT providers can stand out by making the service experience truly easy and memorable for every client.
Your Customer Is Your Paycheck: Why It Matters (EP 901)
IT Business Podcast
Your Customer Is Your Paycheck: Why It Matters (EP 901)
MSP Spotlight: Ron & Sydney of C Solutions IT (EP 900)
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Sept. 10, 2025

MSP Spotlight: Ron & Sydney of C Solutions IT (EP 900)

This week, we tackle tricky vendor transitions, tech hiccups, and big industry moves, while Ron and Sydney reveal the habits that helped their MSP earn ‘Best of the Best’ honors in Orlando.
MSP Spotlight: Ron & Sydney of C Solutions IT (EP 900)
IT Business Podcast
MSP Spotlight: Ron & Sydney of C Solutions IT (EP 900)
ScaleCon 2025 Preview with Taher Hamid (EP 899)
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Sept. 8, 2025

ScaleCon 2025 Preview with Taher Hamid (EP 899)

ScaleCon 2025 is where theory becomes practice! Tahir Hamid shares surprising results from last year’s event—including one MSP boosting revenue by $500k in six months, and another closing $2,000 in monthly recurring revenue from direct mail alone.
Guest: Taher Hamid
ScaleCon 2025 Preview with Taher Hamid (EP 899)
IT Business Podcast
ScaleCon 2025 Preview with Taher Hamid (EP 899)
Podnutz Pro Replay “Time to Make the Donuts” (EP 898)
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Sept. 3, 2025

Podnutz Pro Replay “Time to Make the Donuts” (EP 898)

This episode is a replay from Podnutz Pro (the predecessor to the IT Business Podcast. Originally aired in January 2019, this show features the always entertaining Matt Rainey. We dive into the wild realities of IT support and life’s unexpected disasters, from flooded homes and $15,000 bathtub incidents to hands-on tech tips, donut debates, and remote troubleshooting.
Guest: Matt Rainey
Podnutz Pro Replay “Time to Make the Donuts” (EP 898)
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Podnutz Pro Replay “Time to Make the Donuts” (EP 898)
Starting an MSP in 2025 (EP 897)
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Aug. 28, 2025

Starting an MSP in 2025 (EP 897)

Matt Mulcahy joins me in the studio to share what it’s like to start an MSP in 2025. From being an engineer and sales leader at ProSource to launching MSP Cyber in Miami, Matt walks us through his philosophy for building scalable systems, adding value beyond the help desk, and why the Miami IT market is wide open for smart MSPs.
Starting an MSP in 2025 (EP 897)
IT Business Podcast
Starting an MSP in 2025 (EP 897)
Thriving as a Solo MSP (EP 896)
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Aug. 26, 2025

Thriving as a Solo MSP (EP 896)

In this episode, I open up about how I’ve managed to run a solo MSP business profitably, stand firm on pricing, and emphasize value over being the cheapest. I share personal stories, from clients who have stuck with me since the ’90s to the lessons I learned from attorney friends about billing with confidence.
Thriving as a Solo MSP (EP 896)
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Thriving as a Solo MSP (EP 896)
Did SonicOS 7.3 Stop Akira? (EP 895)
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Aug. 20, 2025

Did SonicOS 7.3 Stop Akira? (EP 895)

I break down the SonicWall/Akira drama, answer Reddit questions, and share lessons learned about VPN, best practices, and real-world IT. Then I dive into Ubiquiti gateways, a slick SSD-Cloner, how Cable Finder helped me land two clients, and wrap up with a wild Cocoa Beach “Florida Man” adventure.
Did SonicOS 7.3 Stop Akira? (EP 895)
IT Business Podcast
Did SonicOS 7.3 Stop Akira? (EP 895)
Cut Costs & Hire Faster (EP 894)
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Aug. 14, 2025

Cut Costs & Hire Faster (EP 894)

Uncle Marv brings Chris Keith back for a powerful look inside the latest at Hirexe—a global staffing marketplace for MSPs offering rapid, AI-powered hiring and dramatic savings. Learn how tech leaders are finding better-fit candidates in South Africa in just days.
Guest: Chris Keith
Cut Costs & Hire Faster (EP 894)
IT Business Podcast
Cut Costs & Hire Faster (EP 894)
AI or Die: The Future of IT and Jobs (EP 893)
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Aug. 13, 2025

AI or Die: The Future of IT and Jobs (EP 893)

In this episode, we discuss the powerful impact AI is having on IT jobs, productivity, and the future workplace, featuring insights from AI expert Chris Champion.
AI or Die: The Future of IT and Jobs (EP 893)
IT Business Podcast
AI or Die: The Future of IT and Jobs (EP 893)
Speed Up Compliancewith ComplianceAide (EP 892)
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Aug. 13, 2025

Speed Up Compliancewith ComplianceAide (EP 892)

Mark Heather returns to share how ComplianceAide has evolved, now supporting over 350 frameworks and advanced integrations. Discover how MSPs can onboard in minutes, automate compliance reports, and turn audit challenges into new service revenue with AI.
Guest: Mark Heather
Speed Up Compliancewith ComplianceAide (EP 892)
IT Business Podcast
Speed Up Compliancewith ComplianceAide (EP 892)
AI-Powered Continuous Authentication (EP 891)
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Aug. 12, 2025

AI-Powered Continuous Authentication (EP 891)

Ever wish your computer could lock itself the second you look away? Smart Eye Technology makes that happen with facial, iris, voice, and fingerprint recognition — all in real time. I chat with founder Dexter Caffey about how MSPs can use this Chrome extension or desktop solution to prevent remote attacks and protect client data.
AI-Powered Continuous Authentication (EP 891)
IT Business Podcast
AI-Powered Continuous Authentication (EP 891)
Auvik vs Domotz: Final Roundup (EP 890)
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Aug. 11, 2025

Auvik vs Domotz: Final Roundup (EP 890)

After months of interviews, testing, and listener feedback, I finally wrap up my Auvik vs. Domotz series. his episode closes the chapter on the comparison — a project that started in April with MSP guest interviews and continued with direct vendor responses.
Auvik vs Domotz: Final Roundup (EP 890)
IT Business Podcast
Auvik vs Domotz: Final Roundup (EP 890)
Mizo: Revolutionizing MSP Workflows (EP 889)
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Aug. 8, 2025

Mizo: Revolutionizing MSP Workflows (EP 889)

I sit down with Nathanaelle “Nat” Dechenere, co-founder of Mizo, an innovative company dedicated to automating managed service provider (MSP) operations through AI-powered agent technology.
Mizo: Revolutionizing MSP Workflows (EP 889)
IT Business Podcast
Mizo: Revolutionizing MSP Workflows (EP 889)
MSP Owners Group: Culture Over Consolidation (EP 888)
Aug. 6, 2025

MSP Owners Group: Culture Over Consolidation (EP 888)

In this candid episode, Paco LeBron and I dig deep on selling his majority stake in ProdigyTeks, stepping up as CEO at MSP Owners Group, and why culture beats dollars when it comes to building lasting IT businesses.
Guest: Paco Lebron
MSP Owners Group: Culture Over Consolidation (EP 888)
IT Business Podcast
MSP Owners Group: Culture Over Consolidation (EP 888)
MSPs vs Ransomware: Lessons from Check Point (EP 887)
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Aug. 6, 2025

MSPs vs Ransomware: Lessons from Check Point (EP 887)

Could ransomware extortion become the new normal? Join me and David Meister as we explore how attackers’ tactics are shifting, why cyber insurance can’t save you, and what Check Point Software is doing to keep managed service providers one step ahead.
MSPs vs Ransomware: Lessons from Check Point (EP 887)
IT Business Podcast
MSPs vs Ransomware: Lessons from Check Point (EP 887)
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