Best Computer Repair Business Podcasts (2025)

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'This was written for the future:' Sean Sherman's new book shows diversity in Indigenous cooking 10:56

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You likely know chef Sean Sherman's name. His restaurant Owamni is a staple in the Minneapolis restaurant scene. His commitment to spreading Indigenous foods and knowledge of Indigenous cooking has officially leveled up — not only is Sherman's restaurant expanding to a larger location at the Guthrie Theater, he’s out with a new cookbook highlightin…

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Minneapolis police criticized after handling three high-profile cases 11:10

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The Minneapolis Police Department is facing criticism for how it handled three cases involving people of color who made multiple reports of violence to police. The city auditor is looking into the response in the cases of Davis Moturi and Allison Lussier in 2024. Last month, auditor Robert Timmerman publicly criticized MPD for missing meetings and …

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Three foundations put their heads — and $20 million — together to address affordable housing 8:25

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This week, three Minnesota foundations launched "Our Home State," a five-year, $20 million initiative to expand access to affordable housing and address housing instability in the state. It’s a collaboration between The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, the F.R. Bigelow Foundation and the Mardag Foundation. St. Paul-based company Ecolab has pledge…

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Minnesota Now: Nov. 18, 2025 57:23

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Federal agents clashed with protesters in an industrial area of St. Paul Tuesday morning. We had the latest on that developing story. One of the state's largest health insurers is shutting down. We found out what that means for 300,000 people in Minnesota and Wisconsin. The Minneapolis Police Department is facing criticism for its handling of three…

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Federal law enforcement operation draws protests in St. Paul 5:21

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A federal law enforcement operation at a St. Paul manufacturer prompted a large response by observers and protesters on Tuesday morning. Federal agents wearing clothing marked “FBI,” “DEA” and “HSI” — Homeland Security Investigations, part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement — were seen at Bro-Tex Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of clo…

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UCare ending operations, moving all remaining health insurance enrollees to Medica 5:55

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One of Minnesota’s largest health insurers is shutting down at the start of next year. Minnesota-based UCare announced the move in a statement issued Monday. According to officials with the nonprofit, its health insurance plans for more than 300,000 members across Minnesota and western Wisconsin will be transferred to Medica, another large nonprofi…

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Adam Slutskin Talks MSP Success at IT Nation (EP 940) 21:32

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Presented by Thread — the AI-powered service desk transforming MSP support, automation, and productivity for today’s IT leaders. https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/thread/ Join Uncle Marv at IT Nation as he sits down with Adam Slutskin—co-founder, President, and CRO of CyberFOX—for a candid conversation about what it takes to succeed as an MSP, both…

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The Power of GTIA Membership with Dan & MJ (EP 939) 28:47

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Presented by Thread — the AI-powered service desk transforming MSP support, automation, and productivity for today’s IT leaders. https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/thread/ Join Uncle Marv as he sits down with GTIA’s Dan Wensley and MJ Shoer for a candid discussion about elevating the IT industry. The guests share their experience transitioning from …

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Minnesota Now: Nov. 17, 2025 55:21

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A once rarely-used process by the federal government has now been used to detain more than 200 immigrants at Fort Snelling Immigration Court in Minnesota. That's according to an immigrant advocacy group tracking the cases. We'll learn about the change. We'll learn more about eligibility changes to SNAP that took place in the background of the gover…

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Advocates say Minnesota's immigration proceedings are becoming less transparent 11:26

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The Advocates for Human Rights, which is based in Minneapolis, said that its legal observers at Fort Snelling Immigration Court daily are seeing a shift in procedure. Michele Garnett McKenzie, the organization’s executive director, said its legal observers have less access to courtrooms, documents and communication with judges. One of the changes T…

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How SNAP eligibility has changed for 38,000 Minnesotans this month 9:51

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The federal government shutdown caused weeks of turmoil for recipients of the food assistance benefits known as SNAP. In the background, major changes to the program took effect under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Congress passed this summer. About 9,000 immigrants in Minnesota are no longer eligible for SNAP, according to the state. And adminis…

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As Vikings get ready for Green Bay, high school football championship takes over U.S. Bank Stadium 9:08

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For a few seconds, it looked like the Minnesota Vikings had made a comeback to beat the Chicago Bears yesterday. But right after their last-minute touchdown, the Bears scored a field goal. Chicago won the game 19 to 17. The Vikings now go on to face their division rivals, the Green Bay Packers. While the Vikings will be away at Lambeau Field, high …

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Target directs store employees to smile, interact more with customers 10:04

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Minnesota-based retail giant Target is encouraging its store employees to smile and interact with customers more. Target shared with MPR News that the employee training program is called “10-4.” At 10 feet within a customer, Target is guiding store employees to smile and make eye contact with customers. And at 4 feet, employees should consider a co…

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CompTIA to GTIA: Industry Insights with Carolyn April (EP 938) 32:09

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Presented by Thread — the AI-powered service desk transforming MSP support, automation, and productivity for today’s IT leaders. https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/thread/ Dive deep into the channel’s evolution with industry veteran Carolyn April of GTIA. Uncle Marv and Carolyn discuss the organization’s new nonprofit focus, major reports like the S…

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Revenue Rescues with Megan Killion (EP 937) 30:27

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Presented by Thread — the AI-powered service desk transforming MSP support, automation, and productivity for today’s IT leaders. https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/thread/ Uncle Marv welcomes revenue consultant Megan Killion, previously an agency owner, who shares behind-the-scenes lessons on MSP sales, client targeting, and the realities of lead ge…

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Ditching Best Practices with Keith Ellis (EP 936) 43:09

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Keith Ellis joins the show to challenge MSPs everywhere: Are you stuck in survival mode, repeating average practices, or ready for exponential growth? Through personal stories, battle-tested business wisdom, and examples from Microsoft, LinkedIn, and industry disruptors, this episode reveals how commitment, habits and bold thinking transform both m…

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AI as a Service: Synthreo’s MSP Playbook (EP 935) 22:48

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Uncle Marv sits down with Callan Sapien of Synthreo to unpack how Synthreo evolved from early ML automation to an MSP-ready AI platform launched in the summer after an acquisition. They discuss the realities of the AI agent and copilot market, the need to focus on observable client problems, and the tension between high-margin opportunities and the…

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Minnesota Now: Nov. 13, 2025 54:32

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Ten years ago this weekend, Jamar Clark was shot and killed by Minneapolis police. His death was a turning point for the Black Lives Matter movement throughout Minnesota. We reflect on changes in policing in the city and on Clark's life with his sister. We get updated on the conflict between a Minneapolis landowner and the city about an encampment …

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Minnesota chef Amy Thielen shares tips for getting the most out of fall cooking season 8:47

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For many Minnesotans, fall means it's time to get the comforting warm flavors of nutmeg, apple, cardamom and maple to fill the air in the kitchen. Minnesota-based chef and cookbook author Amy Thielen joined MPR News host Nina Moini to share what recipes she’s thinking about this fall season.By Minnesota Public Radio

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How battery storage is playing a role in Minnesota's clean energy transition 7:49

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Earlier this month, Minnesota-based Xcel Energy announced it wants to double the amount of lithium battery storage it already planned to install next to its Sherco coal-fired power plant in central Minnesota. The batteries would allow Xcel to store energy produced at its wind, solar, nuclear and natural gas plants across the Upper Midwest. MPR News…

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Judge denies motion to dismiss Minneapolis suit against encampment property owner 4:03

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On Thursday morning, a judge denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the city of Minneapolis against a landlord who allowed dozens of people to camp on a parking lot he owns. The city sued Hamoudi Sabri in September to force him to close the encampment. A few days later, the city cleared the encampment after a shooting there killed one pers…

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‘We don’t get to forget’: Jamar Clark’s sister reflects on 10 years since his death 11:17

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This weekend marks 10 years since the police killing of Jamar Clark. Clark was 24 years old and unarmed when Minneapolis police shot and killed him. The officers said Clark reached for one of their guns during a confrontation outside a party. Some witnesses disputed that Clark reached for the officer’s weapon. No officers were charged with a crime.…

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Conference Recap: ASCII, IT Nation & Swag (EP 934) 1:02:23

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In this live IT Nation recap episode, Uncle Marv threads travel anecdotes, conference takeaways, and practical MSP automation into a cohesive narrative. He shares a whirlwind tour that included Lakeland, Philly, and Orlando, culminating in conference reflections and a candid look at the event’s content breadth. The episode doubles as a field report…

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The Pax8 Agent Store Revolution with Eric Torres (933) 18:41

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Join Uncle Marv and Eric Torres, VP of Channel and Community Engagement at Pax8, as they break down the latest in AI-powered MSP automation, cloud marketplaces, and the launch of Pax8’s pioneering agent store. Hear how the company is changing the way MSPs deliver value with customizable solutions and managed intelligence. Takeaways: Pax8’s agent s…

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Minnesota Now: Nov. 12, 2025 56:48

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The U.S. House of Representatives returns to Washington Wednesday to vote on a bill that would end the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history. We talk to one of Minnesota's representatives, Democrat Betty McCollum, about how she plans to vote. A new poll led by former Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges shows that female mayors face more ha…

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Out to Lunch: Activist T Williams shares lessons from an ‘oversized’ table 13:25

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We have all been witnesses to moments in history. But there are people in every community who go a step further by working to shape what happens next. Minnesota Now’s series, Out to Lunch, is a chance to get to know some of those influential neighbors. MPR News host Nina Moini recently met up with longtime activist T Williams at Soul Bowl, a restau…

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The Midwest is known as a 'Lost Region.' Scholars want to put it on the map. 8:46

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Minnesotans love talking about Minnesota and don’t miss a chance to put the state and the Midwest as a region on a pedestal. But if you ask people outside the Midwest, they may not even be able to point to Minnesota on a map. A new conference is dedicated to making sure the Midwest is not forgotten. The goal of the “Lost Region Recovery Project Con…

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Minnesotans could get a second chance to see the northern lights Wednesday night 4:29

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Minnesota is abuzz with chatter about the northern lights display Tuesday night. Wednesday could bring another round! MPR chief meteorologist Paul Huttner joins Minnesota Now with details on the aurora and a warmer-than-usual weather forecast.By Minnesota Public Radio

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Former Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges shares 'startling' data on harassment faced by women mayors 11:11

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A new poll from the national group Mayor's Innovation Project shows that female mayors face higher rates of harassment and violence than their male counterparts. Former Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges helped to develop and facilitate the survey. She joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about its findings.…