Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs)

Synology made some big moves that hit MSPs right in the wallet, so I break down what changed, why trust is taking a hit, and what I’m doing about it in my own stack. I also walk through managed switch best practices and share my real‑world take on the Fluke LinkIQ Duo versus the NetAlly tools I actually carry in my bag.

Shadow AI and Copilot can leak your clients’ salaries and sensitive data long before an attacker hits the network, and in this conversation I dig in with Check Point’s David Meister on how MSPs can actually secure AI agents, browsers, and end users without swapping out their whole stack.

I sit down with consultant and “kick-ass marketer” Megan Killion to unpack why so many MSPs chase leads, revenue, and endpoints while staying miserable and barely profitable. We dig into building a business you’d actually buy, diagnosing where growth is really stuck, and using real client conversations and AI to drive intentional, sustainable marketing.

AI is no longer something MSPs should be planning for someday. It's happening right now. Rob Rae joined me at Pax8 Beyond 2026 to discuss how partners are turning AI from a talking point into a business opportunity and what comes next for the channel. From MCP servers and AI agents to partner growth and industry transformation, this conversation offers a practical look at where MSPs can find value in a rapidly changing market.

I’m joined by longtime friend of the show Tim Golden as we unpack how he built Golden Iris, a platform that captures your ideas, organizes them, and turns them into on-brand content without adding another dozen tools to your stack. We talk about AI, workflows, approvals, and what it really takes for MSPs and agencies to get their marketing out of their heads and into the world.

Andrew Hartman, founder of Time Boss, shares how he built a framework to help MSP leaders escape burnout and regain five hours per week while reducing stress by treating time like cash instead of credit. His system delivers a 40% productivity jump by creating peace instead of chaos, even for solo techs drowning in client fires.

Live from the ACES Conference in Minneapolis, I sit down with longtime friend and Apple MSP veteran Brian Best to dig into what makes this business‑focused Apple event so different from the typical tech show. We talk real‑world lessons from twelve years of ACES, scaling a Mac‑centric MSP, and how Windows and Apple shops can actually win together instead of avoiding each other’s worlds.