Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs)
Episodes
A ThreatLocker Deep Dive with Brian Weiss (EP 779)
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv and Brian Weiss kick off their chat at Zero Trust World 2025, discussing the conference's unique focus on education and practical applicati...
AI Marketing for MSP Growth (EP 778)
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off March with marketing and money talk, welcoming back Dave Scott, who’s fresh off a fantastic year and ready to drop some serious...
MSP Growth: Degenerate Style (EP 777)
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the podcast live from Zero Trust World in Orlando, Florida, joined by JP Keesy and Martin Perkins of Tech Degenerates. They discu...
Cybersecurity: The Cost of Doing Business (EP 776)
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off a spontaneous chat with Wayne Selk at Zero Trust World 2025 in Orlando. Wayne is there to present on why cybersecurity is now sim...
Sports, Tech & Life with Scully (EP 775)
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks things off with Scully at Zero Trust World in Orlando, reminiscing about past radio shows and brainstorming show names. The Impact o...
Leveraging AI to Help MSP Clients (EP774)
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off a fascinating discussion with Zulfiya Forsythe of Omadli Group and Dmitry Rudman of SafePoint IT about how MSPs can leverage the ...
Dawn Sizer: Zero Trust & Iguanas (EP773)
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marv and Dawn dive deep into the challenges faced by MSPs, from vendor frustrations to the ever-present need for robust cybersecurity. They discuss th...
Zero Trust World 2025 - After the Show (EP 772)
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show with a big shout-out to Danny Jenkins and ThreatLocker for the Zero Trust World experience. Despite being stationed next...
Zero Trust World: Day 1 - Rubber Ducky Dangers (EP 771)
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv is live at Zero Trust World 2025, diving deep into cybersecurity with two key figures from ThreatLocker. First up is Kieran Human, a Specia...
Growing Your MSP with TDSynnex (EP 770)
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Uncle Marv interviews Meredith Payne, Senior Director of Business Development at TDSynnex. They discuss the evolution of TDSynnex and...
Conquer Project Chaos with Moovila (EP 769)
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv interviews Mike Psenka from Moovila about their AI project management platform and its benefits for MSPs. Mike addresses listener questions...
MSPAA & MSP Visibility with David Jooste: EP 768
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv interviews David Jooste from the MSPAA (MSP Association of America) about the organization's mission and activities. David emphasizes that ...
767 PowerShell for Microsoft 365 Migrations
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv shares his recent experience migrating mailboxes and data files to SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 for a referral client. The project, ...
766 Moovilla: AI Project Management for MSPs
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv interviews Mike Psenka, CEO of Moovila, winner of the 2024 SWAG Award, about revolutionizing project management for MSPs. Mike discusses Mo...
765 Chris Keith: Hire Smarter
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the podcast catching us up on his busy week at IT Expo in Fort Lauderdale, complete with a listener luncheon and MSP panel appear...
764 Navigating the Cyber Incident "Boom"
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv hosts cybersecurity expert Matthew Fisch and Attorney Christopher Regan to discuss the crucial ...
763 Solving MSP Hiring Woes with Chris Keith
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Chris Keith, founder of HireXE, to discuss the challenges of hiring in the IT and MSP space. Chris shares his entrepreneurial jour...
762 GhostGPT: AI Hacking Threat or Hype?
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Ryan Miller, Chief Information Security Officer at RootPoint, to discuss the latest trends in cybersecurity. They dive into the re...
761 Action-Packed Marketing Tips with Cat Orsini
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, host Marv welcomes Cat Orsini, a marketing strategist with a fresh take on business growth. Cat d...
760 Revolutionizing MSP Communications with bvoip
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv sits down with George Bardissi, founder of bvoip and MSP Initiative. George opens up a...
759 State of the IT Business Podcast 2025
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of the IT Business Podcast, host Marvin Bee takes listeners on a journey through his career and the evolution of his podcast. ...
758 Liongard's Roar: Michelle Accardi and Brook Lee
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Uncle Marv welcomes Michelle Accardi, CEO of Liongard, and Brooke Lee, the new VP of Community and Channel, to discuss Liongard's rec...
757 Kaseya Shakeup? Fred Voccola - From CEO to Vice Chair
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv brings us a special edition of the IT Business Podcast, diving into the recent shakeup at Kaseya. Fred Voccola, CEO for the past decade, is...
756 Merry New Year 2025!
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of 2025 for the IT Business Podcast! Uncle Marv starts the year with a bang, sharing the latest industry moves and shakeu...
755 Holiday Podcast & 2024 Podcast Awards
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/live/9O0yF-u9P3gUncle Marv's IT Business Podcast ends 2024 with a bang in this special holiday episode. ...
754 Frank DeLuca: From BBS to MSP Success
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv welcomes Frank DeLuca from The CTO Agency to discuss the challenges and opportunities in r...
753 DNSFilter: Threat Detection 7 Days Faster
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv sits down with Richie Wade, Manager of Sales Engineering at DNSFilter, to explore the cutting-edge world of DNS security. Richie shares ins...
752 Get Hard with Senteon's Zach Kromkowski
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Zach Kromkowski, co-founder and CEO of Senteon, and winner of the 2024 IT Nation Pitch It competition. Zach kicks things off by sh...
751 Core Principles of Zero Trust
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listeners will be engaged by Marv's storytelling as he recounts a recent incident involving a $300,000 ransomware attack faced by a client due to poor...
750 SuperOps vs Syncro: An Insider's Take
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv sits down with Paco Lebron, an MSP from the Chicago area and the mastermind behind MSP Unplugged. Paco shares his experience switching from...
749 Join Uncle Marv at the Florida Man Games!
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv delivers a mix of personal updates, industry news, and a surprising announcement. He kicks off by discussing his recent collaboration with ...
748 Rob Rae, A cappella and Auvik
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this action-packed episode, Uncle Marv sits down with Rob Rae, the self-proclaimed "godfather of the channel" from Pax8, to discuss the recent Conn...
747 Compliance Made Easy & AI in Action
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this action-packed episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv serves up two interviews straight from the bustling floor of IT Nation Connect in...
746 Building Community with Henry Timm
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv’s IT Business Podcast welcomes Henry Timm, the dynamic CEO of Phantom Technology Solutions, who shares his insights on navigating the eve...
745 Redefining vCIO and the AI Service Desk
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Uncle Marv sits down with Kip Fanta from GetInSync and Mark Alayev from Thread to discuss the latest developments in MSP services and...
744 Fanny Packs, M&A and Cork
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Adam Kerrigan, discussing his journey from MSP owner to M&A specialist and competitive powerlifter. Adam shares ...
743 AI Revolution in IT: Jay McBain and Bobby Jacobs Explain
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Jay McBain, a leading industry analyst from Canalys. Jay shares fascinating statistics about the managed service...
742 IT Nation Connect: Live with Amy Roman and Cole Knuth
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode live from IT Nation Connect in Orlando, sponsored by Thread and powered by Rhythms. He first interviews Amy Roman, fo...
741 MSP Growth, Profits, and Wellness
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Peter Kujawa from ConnectWise, discussing the latest trends in the MSP industry. Peter shares fascinating data o...
740 ScalePad's Vision to Transform MSPs
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Aaron Kennedy, discussing his journey from MSP owner to ScalePad executive. Aaron shares his experiences selling...
739 Uncle Marv's Conference Roundup
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with a heartfelt tribute to veterans, acknowledging their sacrifices and encouraging listeners to support veteran org...
738 DattoCon 2024: Uncle Marv's Vendor Hall Tour
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Uncle Marv roams the vendor hall at DattoCon 2024, bringing us candid conversations with key players in the MSP industry. He kicks th...
737 Kaseya 365: The Future of MSPs with Ranjan Singh
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by setting the scene at DattoCon, where the energy is high after two days of groundbreaking announcements. He introdu...
736 Kelvin Daniels Shares An MSP's Success Story
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Kelvin Daniels, a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Kelvin sh...
735 Nadir Merchant: Unveiling Kaseya 365 User
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode from the Fontainebleau resort in Miami, where he's attending DattoCon 2024.Nadir Merchant introduces Kaseya 365 User,...
734 Effective Marketing Strategies for MSPs
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by recapping his recent visit to DattoCon in Miami, where Kaseya made significant announcements about new user licenses ...
733 Back to the Future of IT
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the podcast with Robert Thompson, an ASCII member and Spark peer group leader from Canada. Thompson shares his journey from break...
732 ASCII Meets Apple (and a DeLorean)
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Joe Balsarotti, a long-time ASCII member and owner of Software to Go, a computer store with over 40 years of his...
731 Tony Hawk's Skateboard & Spark
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Lardo Interview: IT Nation event coming up in two weeks (November 6-8) at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, FloridaPitchIT competition highlights:...
730 ASCII Live Powered by RYTHMz
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Steve Copeland from RYTHMz, discussing their innovative "internet in a box" solution. Steve explains how their 5...
729 Eric Torres on the Importance of Community
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by introducing Eric Torres, who recently joined Pax8 in a new role focused on channel and community engagement. The conv...
728: 5 Marketing Commandments Every MSP Needs to Know
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv and Jennifer Bleam dive deep into the world of MSP marketing and sales, offering a fresh perspective on how to revolutionize your approach....
727 Why Every MSP Needs to Focus on Nurturing Leads
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Jennifer Bleam, founder of MSP Sales Revolution, to discuss sales and marketing strategies for MSPs. Jennifer shares her journey f...
726 Business Reinvention Summit Preview
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Dr. Carrie Johansson, a key speaker at the upcoming Business Reinvention Summit. The summit, organized...
725 Compliance Scorecard Team Interview
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show with updates on recent hurricanes affecting Florida and the Carolinas. He then introduces Tim Golden, Desiree Thomas, an...
724 Secure Help Desk Operations with Nametag
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introduction to Aaron Painter and Nametag: Uncle Marv introduces Aaron Painter, highlighting his role as CEO of Nametag, a platform dedicated to enhan...
723 Insights from Cynomi's Tim Coach
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by introducing Tim Coach and his new position at Cynomi. Tim explains the company's name, inspired by the manta ray from...
722 Preparing Your Business for Hurricane Milton
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off with the latest on Hurricane Milton, now a Category 4 storm with 155 mph winds, expected to make landfall near Sarasota around 10...
721 Hurricane Milton: Live Report with Rayanne Buchianico
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with a comprehensive update on Hurricane Milton's status as of Tuesday afternoon. The storm has been downgraded to a ...
720 Hurricane Milton & TEKnowledge Tech Community
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with a detailed breakdown of Hurricane Milton's projected path and potential impact on Florida. Using the Windy app, ...
719 Crafting Your MSP Brand Story with Decoded Strategies
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Annie Mosbacher and Kristin Spiotto, co-founders of Decoded Strategies, to discuss their unique approach to marketing for MSPs. Th...
718 What We Learned: TechCon and Helene
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by addressing the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, particularly in the Western Carolina and Eastern Tennessee are...
717 The Power of Saying No
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by apologizing for not addressing Hurricane Helene earlier in the week. He provides an update on the hurricane's impa...
716 QuestingHound's Tech Stack: Why TruGrid Stands Out
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show with exciting news about Eric Torres joining Pax8 as the vice president of channel and community engagement. He then int...
715 Conferences: Big vs. Small
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by thanking the organizers of TechCon Unplugged, praising the strong sense of community at the event. He announces ESET ...
714 From Video Games to MSP Success: Brian Weiss
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv begins by acknowledging the significance of September 11th and its impact on the nation. He then introduces Brian Weiss, diving into Brian'...
713 Cork's Leadership Shake-Up: Dan Candee and Carlson Choi
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv explores Cork's evolution with Dan Candee, the new CEO, and Carlson Choi, co-founder and Chief Product Technology Officer. They discuss Cor...
712 Onboarding & Offboarding Professionally
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv delves into the complexities of transitioning clients between MSPs, emphasizing the need for professionalism and clear communication. He re...
711 Cybersecurity Lawsuits on the Rise: What MSPs Need to Know
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by discussing a recent Canalys report highlighting the growth in cybersecurity services and the increasing trend of c...
710 Leadership Insights: Marnie Stockman
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marnie Stockman shares her recent experiences, including a leadership training program for military personnel from partner countries. The discussion t...
709 Your Helpdesk Copilot - Giant Rocketship
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dustin Puryear, a former MSP owner, explains how Giant Rocketship was born out of the need to solve SLA problems and reduce "dead time" on tickets. Un...
708 Navigating IT Challenges with Marnie Stockman
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We dive deep into the world of IT management with Marnie Stockman, an experienced IT professional. Marnie shares invaluable insights on overcoming cha...
707 AI in IT Contracts: What MSPs Need to Know
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Scott, a legal expert in the IT services industry, shares his insights on the use of AI in contract generation. While acknowledging AI's transform...
706 Inspired by Ted Lasso - Marnie Stockman
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marnie Stockman's journey from high school math teacher to CEO of Lifecycle Insights is a testament to her adaptability and problem-solving skills. Sh...
705 Internet in a Box: Rythmz's 5G Solution Explained
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Copeland introduces Rythmz as a carrier-agnostic solution that combines up to seven SIM cards to create a bonded aggregate network. This approac...
704 ThreatLocker and Zero Trust: A Conversation with CEO Danny Jenkins
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Danny Jenkins provides insights into ThreatLocker's zero-trust framework and how it helps businesses implement the principle of least privilege. He ex...
703 TechCon Unplugged: You In?
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv introduces TechCon Unplugged, an annual conference for IT business owners and managed service providers, scheduled for September 12-14 in H...
702 MSP Mindset - Insights from Damien Stevens
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv sits down with Damien Stevens, founder and CEO of Servosity, to discuss the challenges and...
701 Business Continuity and Resilience with ShadowHQ
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Scozzaro discusses the inception and evolution of ShadowHQ, a platform initially built to address cyber threats but now also used for other scena...
700 Attack Surface Management with ThreatMate
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Anup Ghosh and ThreatMate, a company focused on improving cybersecurity for IT networks. Anup shares i...
699 Star Trek Picard and Shanna
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv and Shanna Utgard kick off the episode with a lively exchange, reminiscing about Shanna's journey from nearly falling victim to a ransom at...
698 User Verification with MSP Process
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marvin and Chris kick off the discussion by exploring the core functionalities of the MSP Process platform. Chris explains how the platform helps MSPs...
697 Democratizing Threat Intelligence: Blackpoint Cyber's MacKenzie Brown
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode, Uncle Marv and MacKenzie Brown explore the critical role of threat intelligence in modern cybersecurity. MacKenzie explains ...
696 Rob Rae on the Future of MSPs: Community, Marketplaces, and Growth
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Rae, known as the "godfather of the channel," shares insights from his extensive experience in the MSP industry. He discusses the significance of ...
695 Uncompromized: The Future of Identity Protection for MSPs
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ted and Woody explain the functionality of Uncompromized, which provides identity theft protection, dark web monitoring, and internet...
694 MSP Growth Strategies with Dori Spade
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv sits down with Dori Spade, who has over 17 years of experience in the MSP industry, having worked with MSPs ranging from $8 million to over...
693 Owning a Data Center Transformed This MSP Business
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Corey Tapper, a new ASCII member and owner of Techevolution, to the IT Business Podcast. Corey shares his experience attending ASC...
692 Vendor Booth Interviews - ASCII Boston 2024
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv begins by interviewing Eric Pinto from SocSoter, who discusses their new reporting platform designed to help MSPs prepare for audits and co...
691 Brianna Rubino: Live from ASCII
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv hosts the IT Business Podcast live from ASCII Edge in Boston, featuring guest Brianna Rubino, Director of Events for the ASCII Group. Brian...
690 Cybersecurity Simplified - Ann Westerheim at ASCII Edge
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv interviews Ann Westerheim from Ekaru at the ASCII EDGE event in Boston. Ann discusses her book ...
689 Dawn Sizer on Community and Growth in ASCII
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv interviews Dawn Sizer at the ASCII event in Boston, marking their first in-person meeting. Dawn shares her experience speaking at the event...
688 Cavelo: Data Risk Management for MSPs
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Kris Shoemaker from Cavelo to discuss their data risk management platform. Cavelo positions itself under the attack surface manage...
687 From Quarterback to Convict: Damon West at ASCII Edge
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damon West, the keynote speaker at ASCII Edge in Boston, joins Uncle Marv to discuss his extraordinary life story. West begins by praising ASCII Edge ...
686 CrowdStrike: A Look Back
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by acknowledging the sponsor, SuperOps, and dives into the major news of the CrowdStrike incident. A faulty sensor co...
685 Boost MSP Efficiency with Strategy Overview
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Boost MSP Efficiency with Strategy OverviewWebsite: https://www.strategyoverview.com/In this episode, Uncle Marv sits down with Alex Markov to delve i...
684 SaaS Security with Overe: An Interview with Paul Barnes
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Revolutionizing SaaS Security with OvereWebsite: https://www.overe.io/In this episode, Uncle Marv welcomes Paul Barnes, co-founder and CEO of Overe, t...
683 Align Spending with Business Goals - Tim Coach
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv welcomes Tim Coach to discuss strategic spending in IT businesses. Tim emphasizes the importance of aligning spending with business goals a...
682 Solo Tech Success: TorqueNet LLC
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv interviews William Hibbard, owner of TorqueNet LLC. The two discuss Bill's journey from Ai...
681 Boosting VCIO Services with GetInSync
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stuart Holtby introduces Get In Sync as a comprehensive platform that helps businesses uncover their IT strategy. He uses the analogy of a treasure ma...
680 Unlock Hidden Revenue Opportunities with MyITspend
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncle Marv interviews Kevin Lancaster and Matt Solomon from Channel Program about their new product, MyITspend. The guests introduce the tool as a cli...