Techies, Trekkies & Star Trek Fandom (EP 950)

Techies, Trekkies & Star Trek Fandom (EP 950)

Author: Marvin Bee December 17, 2025 Duration: 1:07:19
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Uncle Marv brings together marketer and lifelong Trekkie Kristin Spiotto, MSP and convention regular Joe Balsarotti, and legendary Star Trek insider Lolita Fatjo for a fast‑moving, story‑packed conversation about Trek and tech. The group explores how Starfleet principles, clear “North Star” goals, and great character‑driven storytelling influence everything from MSP operations to modern marketing. They also share behind‑the‑scenes convention stories, the changing TV/film landscape, and where Star Trek is boldly going next. === SPONSORS: Livestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlocker Legacy Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/ Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmz Production Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongard Travel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoip Travel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugrid Digital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerready === SHOW MUSIC: Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock Logo Item URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UET Author Username: AlexanderRufire Item License Code: 7X9F52DNML

Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) by Marvin Bee is where managed service providers and IT professionals come for straight, practical guidance. This podcast dives into the real-world challenges of running and growing an IT services business - from pricing and packaging to sales, operations, and client management. Each episode features conversations with seasoned IT pros who share hard-earned lessons, proven strategies, and honest stories from the field. Whether youre just starting your MSP or looking to streamline and scale, youll find actionable tips you can apply right away. Listen episodes to stay ahead of industry trends, avoid common pitfalls, and sharpen both your technical and business skills. This podcast is your ongoing companion for building a stronger, smarter, and more profitable IT business in a fast-changing tech landscape.
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Live at ASCII Edge: Powered By Rythmz (EP 917) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:39
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, an…
NSITSP Spotlight: Ryan Redmond of Optrua (EP 916) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:36
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.​
Don’t VPN for Me, Argentina (EP 915) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:13
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.
MSP Journey: Kyle Kenyon, The Pro Tech Guy (EP 914) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:22
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 t…
Man in the Van vs. MSP: 10 Years Later (EP 913) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:32
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…
Meet the Aggressively Friendly Tara Rummer (EP 912) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:49
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.
NSITSP Spotlight: Diana Giles, Skyline IT (EP 911) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:42
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.​
Synology Reverses Drive Policy (EP 910) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:51
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 securit…
Ambulance Chasing Goes Cyber (EP 909) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:12
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.
Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:08
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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