Episodes

Predictions and challenges in the technology and cybersecurity space for 2026, with a focus on Microsoft ecosystem changes, licensing, security, and the impact of AI and Copilot. I had a chance to catch up with Shay Cohen of ...

In 2026, AI will increasingly integrate into business processes, emphasizing strong data quality and security as prerequisites for success. AI agents, distinct from chatbots, will operate with machine identities to automate t...

Looking ahead to 2026 trends and challenges in the MSP (Managed Service Provider) space, focusing on AI, automation, security, risk management, and social engineering. In a conversation with Josh Hohbein of Centrex IT, we dis...

Predictions for the Managed Service Provider (MSP) cybersecurity landscape in 2026, with a focus on risk management, the continued importance of basic cyber hygiene, open-source adoption, and the strategic use of risk registe...

I sat down with Chris Loehr to discuss the varying approaches businesses are taking toward cybersecurity spending as they plan for 2026, highlighting the influence of private equity and the unpredictability in budget increase...

From what keeps us up at night, to just meeting the minimums and nothing more to be compliant. Dorota Ulkowska of Accurate Networks and I discuss the recurring challenge of clients, tiny businesses, resisting recommended cybe...

Sitting down with Bobby Glen James of Boteka about the importance of simplicity in IT security for MSPs. Bobby shares lessons from decades in the industry, advocating for Lean IT practices, streamlined technology stacks, and ...

By the end, it is hard to believe that in 2025, less than 30% of all Web Domains have properly configured SPF, DMARC, and DKIM records. Yep, less than 30% of the top 10 million domains. I sit down with Al Iverson of Valimail ...

Once upon a time, I was an MSP. Looking at everything that MSPs have to keep track of, both internally and client-facing, can be overwhelming. I sat down with Dor Eisner of Guardz.com to talk about the biggest challenge facin...

With IT Nation Connect Global only a week away, we wanted to share some of the workshops and the value frameworks play in helping shift the conversations about cybersecurity from speed and feeds to Risk. Josh Hohbein of Centr...

First ever monlogue with CJ... I recap some of the things I found to be of interest over the past few weeks with Pax8 EMEA and ChannelCon EMEA... Tell some stories and then looking forward to MSP Global. This one is short and...

Incident Response Planning and tabletop exercises have been discussed on the show several times. However, how do you get culture adoption and buy-in from all staff? I sit down with Amanda Lachapelle of Auvik to talk about IR ...

A Discussion around the global proliferation of cybersecurity and technology events, noting regional differences, the heavy concentration of events in October, and the increasing overlap in topics and audiences. Chris and Hen...

Pax8 Beyond EMEA 2025 is less than a week away, and I wanted to take a minute to talk about the cyber sessions. What Matt Lee, of Pax8, is doing (today's guest), specifically his AI and CTF session. We might drift a bit in ou...

Using a framework to assess a client is a great way to baseline security and compliance. We explore the challenges, hurdles, and best outcomes when you look at who is responsible for different pieces. Some safeguards can only...

At Channelcon25, I was able to capture a few of our members in some in-person interviews on different topics. Dustin Bolander of Beltex Insurance had some really interesting insights that I wanted to share before we get to cy...

Identity is who we are, and it is constantly being subjected to many different threats. I sat down with Kristen Costagliola CTO at Syncro, to talk about the challenges and some of the solutions to help MSPs and their clients ...

In the current threat landscape, one can easily become overwhelmed. I sat down with Noam Morginstin, founder of Exigence, to talk about realistic ways MSPs can begin building their Incident Response Plan and how to tackle suc...

If you are an MSP, there is probably at least one tool in both the physical space and the digital space that you were just awestruck when you finally got your hands on it. I sit down with Charles Love of ShowTech Solutions to...

How do you get your clients to take cybersecurity seriously? I sat down with Ann Westerheim of Ekaru to discuss strategies for helping MSP clients improve their cybersecurity posture.

Getting to compliance... Do you end up with more to do because you have the GTIA Cybersecurity Trustmark Assured? I sit down with Chase Griffin with ShowTech Solutions to talk about their experience and what has transpired si...

When a client is hit with ransomware, it can be paralyzing. After the tabletop exercises carried out at #ChannelCon25, Jason Comstock of Clarity Technology Solutions explored ransomware and the path to recovery. Stay tuned to...

With more than 100 attendees for a full day of networking and learning. The TD preday and another 30+ next door for MSP-Ignite peer group facilitated discussions, it was a learning and growing experience for all. I sat down w...

Charles Love of ShowTech Solutions and I sit down to discuss Channelcon25. Why you should attend and a preview of some of the sessions. From MSP-Ignite and their peer group style conversations to Tech Degenerates and many oth...