IT in the D

Back to something approaching “normal” this week as we dive in with long time friend Steve from Blue Chip to talk talent acquisition in the area and what they’re looking for, as well as Vittoria from Hatch Detroit to walk through this year’s competition and timing… Blue Chip is at: http://www.bctalent.com/ Hatch Detroit is at: https://hatchdetroit.com/ IT in the D On...

Man did we have a good time with this one.  From author Frank Nemecek talking about Roswell Chronicles to one of the shows on our network Can We Talk? , and then finally wrapping up with August Gitschlag that we know from all over Hamtramck talking about the Magnum PI charity event coming up… just so much fun was had by all.  Highly recommend listening… Roswell Chronicles can be found...

We’re adult enough to admit when we don’t get something… and we still don’t get the whole eSports thing, but we’re apparently the only ones… because WOW is it a huge industry that’s getting bigger every day.  Competitions in arenas, channels worth millions, big paydays… it’s all there, and we’re too old to dive in so we’re just goin...

We’ve known Tom Lawrence for a long time now, whether from the Sunday Morning Linux Review, his PC repair business, various meetups around the area, Penguicon, and more… he’s a regular fixture at things going on and happening, and if you’re not familiar with him yet… you should be.  Check out as we chat with Tom in particular about how he’s built up a very succe...

This week we discovered a resource that we previously hadn’t heard of, which is unfortunate given that it’s been around for decades and is dedicated to helping people in career transition, including into the IT field.  Listen in as we chat with JVS Human Services … JVS Human Services is at: https://www.jvshumanservices.org/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meet...

So here’s a fun episode – we take a look at Global Detroit, that’s focused on helping connect companies in the area with talented immigrants who are looking to work and live in the United States.  Then, of course, we dive in with Jeremiah from Daily Detroit to talk about the latest going on in and around the city and with their podcast… Global Detroit is at: http://www.glob...

Let’s talk security.  Let’s talk training.  Let’s talk about certifications and nano-degrees at your own pace or with a class of peers going through the same thing you’re doing with a great company right here in Detroit.  Listen in… ShiftUp is at https://www.shiftup.tech/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/ITintheD/ On Li...

So let’s talk about an awesome new platform based on some unique technology to help connect startups in the area, as well as a little history and current state of how things look tech-wise and connectivity-wise around the region… Startup Michigan is at: https://www.startupmichigan.tech/ Century Link is at:  https://www.centurylink.com/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com O...

Well, here it is.  June 3rd marked the 6 year anniversary of our show, as well as being episode 300… and unfortunately the night we say farewell to Nuri as he heads off to other adventures outside the country.  We were also joined by Elyse Turner from Detroit Labs, as well as Terrance Guerin, aka “Rhyno” from the WWE and now local business man as he’s purchased a marina&#82...

You’ve heard us talk about United Shore in the past, well this time we get to deep-dive with their EVP and Chief Technology Office, Jason Bressler… United Shore is at: https://www.unitedshore.com/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/ITintheD/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/IT-in-D-91763 On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ITi...

We survived another round of Motor City Comic Con fun and excitement.  Listen in as we talk about the expanded venue, the folks we met, the drinks we drank, the talks we talked, and the fun we had.  We also talk security and everything else that’s new going on with Otava, a company with a new name but some familiar faces.  Check it out, and thanks for listening! Otava is at: https://www.otav...

Talking inebriated rabbits, Motor City Comic Con, and a few of our favorite past interviews, episode 297 is in the books as we’re getting ready to head off this weekend.  Listen in! Erick Gutierrez can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/MaxtheinebriatedRabbit/ Motor City Comic Con is at: https://www.motorcitycomiccon.com/ Our Free Podcast Day signup is at: http://www.podcastdetroit.com/fr...

Well, we survived another year of Penguicon, and we chat about that, as well as diving in with our guest from SecurityVitals.com to talk about not just consulting about security issues, but actually helping companies do something about them… Security Vitals is at: https://www.securityvitals.com/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/ITintheD/ On Li...

Quite the packed house as we had Penguicon, Space Dive, and Wordcamp Detroit all in the room talking about how busy your calendar is going to be over the next few weeks.  A convention full of awesomeness, the Tangent Gallery getting turned into the Mos Eisley Cantina, and WordPress tips and tricks?  Yes, please. Okay, maybe that’s just  our   calendars…but still, these are three phenom...

WOW was this a fun episode!  We’ve got a kickstarter brought to you by two IT guys who are trying to make old, boring games suck less… and we think they’re on to something… and we’re also joined by the good folks from Nuspire Networks talking about everything they’ve got going on these days (hint: it’s a lot).  So listen in… Face The Consequences is...

What a great blend for our show tonight!  From the usual events, news, and topics that caught our eye to the highly interesting Innovation Hub that Accenture has created in Detroit to a way cool charity event that you’ll want to be at this Friday night in Hamtramck, there’s a little something for everyone this time around… You can read more about Accenture’s Detroit Innovat...

From waaaaaaaaaay back in episode 5, the infamous H-Bomb makes a return to our studios, and we’re also joined by Right Brain Networks… Don’t forget to check out the IoT Tech Connect event – The deal we are offering ITinTHED listeners is a 36 percent discount on the $125 admissions ticket that also includes breakfast and lunch. So using the code grpdisc2019 when they order t...

IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/ITintheD/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/IT-in-D-91763 On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ITintheD On Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ITintheD Podcast Detroit is at: On the web: http://www.podcastdetroit.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PodcastDetroit On Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastD...

Tonight we were joined by the good folks from Accion Labs to chat about the work they’ve got going on in the tech scene, why they setup shop in Detroit, and more… Accion Labs is at https://www.accionlabs.com/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/ITintheD/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/IT-in-D-91763 On Facebook: http://www.face...

Sometimes it’s good to just catch up with friends, and this week was no exception.  We sat down with Tom Lawrence of Lawrence Systems to talk a little about his business, but more about how he’s built a wildly successful YouTube channel dealing with technology (and some hot sauce).  Next up was Neil Nosakowski of High Score eSports to chat about the science of eSports, what goes into i...

This week we sit down with Hillary Sawchuk of the great podcast “ A Drink With… “, as well as Craig Fahle , a name well known here in the area… A Drink With… is at: http://adrinkwith.com Craig Fahle can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/thecraigfahleshow/ IT in the D On the web: http://www. ITinTheD.com On Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/ITintheD/ On LinkedIn: https...

There are times when we’re in-studio with people when we genuinely feel just amazed that they’re sitting down and chatting with us, and this was one of those nights.  We got to talk to one of the founders of Tech Elevator , a new coding bootcamp that’s got a new approach and a solid take on things coming to the area, as well as returning guest Andre Arbelaez who… well, the...

Facebook, Google, even your doctor… they all collect data about you.  And then they repackage it and sell it off to the highest bidder for who knows what purpose… and we just kind of accept this all as okay.  But is it?  Your personal data is probably the most prized possession you have, and so why not do something about protecting it and where it goes?  Enter tonight’s guest&#82...

Yep, it’s already time for yet another con, and so let’s dive in with Mike to chat about Great Lakes Comic-Con coming up this weekend (pre-sales for tickets closes today, go get ’em!), and then a guy we couldn’t possibly be happier for or more proud of for what he’s done after truly nailing down his passion in the podcasting space – Jimmy McKnight stops by to ta...

Well here’s an episode full of all sorts of fun for you.  Let’s talk about an insanely new cool way to both hire and find new jobs with re:purpose , and then we’ll hit our booth at Astronomicon to learn about the differences between “costuming” and “cosplaying” with Disfusional Studios , as well as chatting with Mike and Ming from AMC’s Comic Book Me...