Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs)
The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. The podcast aims to provide actionable advice and tips that help IT businesses survive and grow in the competitive tech industry. The podcast features guest interviews with seasoned IT professionals, business owners, vendors and industry leaders who share their experiences, insights, and strategies for success. These discussions often cover topics such as: - Best Practices for Managed Services - Cybersecurity - Compliance - Business ownership - Cloud computing
Episodes
This one’s a game changer. A single court ruling just made it easier for customers and insurers to come after MSPs after a breach—and harder for you to get out of it. If you haven’t looked at your contracts and security stack lately, now’s the time.
=== Why Listen
- Breakdown of the Delaware Supreme Court decision and why it matters
- How one breach can turn into multi-client litigation
- Why cyber insurance carriers (like Travel...
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In this episode, I crack open NetAlly’s brand‑new LinkRunner AT1500 and walk through a live, real‑world test of this entry‑level copper network link and cable tester. We look at one‑tap cable tests, PoE validation up to 90W, switch...
If you’ve ever stared at your PSA at 10 p.m. wondering how you’re supposed to grow your MSP and still handle every ticket, this episode is for you. Juan Fernandez breaks down his new MSP as a Service model and shows how boutique and growing MSPs can instantly bolt on a white-labeled, US-based service delivery engine without giving up control of their clients.
Why listen
- Learn what “elastic service provider” really means and ...
We talk a lot about cybersecurity, tools, and MSP growth, but not nearly enough about what all that pressure does to the people running these businesses. If you run an MSP or work anywhere in the IT channel, this is one you don’t skip. From the floor at Zero Trust World, Larry Meador joins me to introduce MSP Well, a nonprofit built specifically to support the mental health and wellness of MSPs, vendors, and everyone in our ecosyst...
Live from Zero Trust World 2026, I’m joined by Future Range’s Danny McEntee to break down how an Irish MSP is rolling out a fully managed Zero Trust solution to more than 600 clients. If you’re an MSP or IT leader wondering how to productize cybersecurity, standardize a stack, and get real‑world value from ThreatLocker, this one’s for you.
Why listen
- Hear how Future Range designed its Future Range Protect managed security se...
I caught up with Liongard CMO Stephanie Weagle on the floor at Zero Trust World to talk about what’s really changing inside the Liongard platform and how it helps MSPs run tighter, more secure environments. We cover everything from asset inventory and cyber score dashboards to AI features and the grind of hitting 80 shows a year while still serving partners well.
Why listen
- Hear how Liongard evolved from automated documentat...
Live from Zero Trust World 2026, I sit down with Cobalt’s own Ian Dunstan to unpack how he transformed a small break‑fix shop into a security‑first MSP that clients happily pay more for. We talk zero trust, ThreatLocker, managed services, and why drawing a hard line on culture and client behavior might be the most powerful business decision you make this year.
Why listen
- Hear how Ian “ripped up” his IT business and rebuilt a...
Managing Microsoft 365 across a pile of mismatched tenants is brutal, and my guests from Inforcer MSP know that pain first‑hand. In this chat, we break down how they’re helping MSPs standardize Intune, Defender, Purview, and 365 policies at scale so you can boost cybersecurity, clean up your stack, and actually make money on Microsoft.
Why Listen
- Hear how an ex‑MSP engineer handled 365 across ~100 customers and what he’d do ...
If you’re an MSP owner or IT lead trying to keep up with security headlines, this episode is your shortcut. I translate Veeam CVEs, Microsoft zero‑days, ThreatLocker’s Zero Trust World news, Pax8 program changes, and new privacy and insurance requirements into concrete next steps you can act on this week.
Veeam Patches Multiple Critical RCE Vulnerabilities in Backup & Replication 13.0.1.2067
This episode is part nostalgia tour, part masterclass in running an IT business that actually fits your life. From TRS‑80s and BBS days to Zero Trust World and modern MSP tools, Carey and I connect the dots between old‑school troubleshooting and today’s cybersecurity and remote support reality.
Why Listen
- Hear Carey’s origin story, from fixing a clogged dishwasher to authoring The Healthy PC and landing a national radio gig....
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really changing inside Kaseya and how it impacts your MSP, this is the episode to queue up. From the floor at Zero Trust World, Greg Jones breaks down the new partner-first mindset, the updated account management model, and how MSPs should be leaning on vendors for more than just tools in 2026.
Why listen
- Hear how Kaseya’s leadership change is reshaping MSP success priorities and investments....
What happens when a security‑obsessed MSP owner gets a front‑row seat to ThreatLocker’s product roadmap at Zero Trust World? Brian Weiss joins Uncle Marv live in Orlando to reveal how he evaluates new cybersecurity tools, rolls them into his managed services stack, and why ThreatLocker’s new Access Control might change how you think about ZTNA and device compliance.
Why Listen
- Hear how ThreatLocker’s Partner Advisory Board a...
This episode gets into the messy, real‑world side of MSP life—long drives, skeptical owners, and government projects that move at glacier speed. Josh shares how he scopes, prices, and delivers big networking and cloud jobs while staying a one‑man shop with a tight, dependable toolset.
Why listen
- How to talk about managed services value when clients are still stuck on “call you when it breaks.”
- Real examples of using RMM, clo...
Thinking about going deeper into Zero Trust or adding MDR to your MSP stack? Zachary Kender shares how Net-Tech Consulting committed to ThreatLocker, built services around high-demand verticals, and navigated the reality of vendor promises versus delivery. Marv adds his own experience trialing security tools that missed the mark, giving you a grounded view of what actually works for IT providers.
Why Listen
- Discover how vert...
If you’ve ever had a client ask, “How can we pay you less?” this episode gives you a better answer than discounting your services. Marv and Matt walk through practical ways to audit IT spend, expose hidden subscriptions, and use BetterTracker to deliver measurable savings that justify premium managed services.
Why Listen
- Learn how one MSP uncovered seven Amazon Business Prime accounts and eliminated instant waste.
- Hear the ...
Step into the energy of Zero Trust World 2026 with Uncle Marv as he sets up on-site and previews three days of serious cybersecurity learning for MSPs and IT pros. From live demos to hands-on certification opportunities, this quick intro gives you a front-row feel for what makes this event so valuable to IT businesses.
Why Listen:
- Get a clear overview of what Zero Trust World delivers for MSPs and IT teams.
- Hear which ven...
CISA’s CIRCIA rulemaking could reshape how serious cyber incidents get reported across critical infrastructure—and MSPs are right in the middle of it. In this episode, Uncle Marv breaks down what’s in play, what’s unclear, and what you should be building now so you’re not scrambling when clients (or regulators) start asking questions.
- Understand the 72-hour incident reporting expectation and the 24-hour ransom payment reporti...
Most MSPs lock down firewalls, endpoints, and backups, but leave client websites wide open as an unmanaged liability. In this episode, Designer Ready’s team shows how to wrap websites into your MSP stack with ADA/WCAG compliance scanning, Cloudflare Enterprise, WAF protection, daily WordPress updates, and flat-fee web care that fits your MRR model.
Why Listen:
- Learn why websites are a hidden liability for MSPs
- Understand ADA...
Uncle Marv sits down with Steve “DoorToDoor Geek” McLaughlin of Podnutz to unpack the early days of computer repair podcasting, Podnutz Pro, and Android App Addicts. They talk Linux, Android, F-Droid, app discovery, and why understanding multiple operating systems still gives MSPs and IT pros a technical edge.
Why Listen:
- Hear the real story behind Podnutz, Podnutz Pro, and the early tech podcast network scene.
- Learn how Linux, ...
This episode is your front‑row seat to two major 2026 MSP events without leaving your desk. Marvin, Eric, and Nick give you the real talk on Right of Boom, MSP Expo, and how Cork’s Cyber Score and financial protection can sharpen your security stack and sales story.
- Learn how Right of Boom’s workshop-style sessions differ from typical MSP shows and who gets the most value.
- Understand why MSP Expo feels huge but sometimes light on...
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