Best Sprawling Media Podcasts (2026)

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#91: When AI Becomes the Cybercriminal (And Not Just the Criminal's Tool) 25:59

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AI is no longer just a hacker's tool—it is the hacker. In this episode, M.K. Palmore, CEO of Apogee Global and former Marine, FBI cyber leader, and Google Cloud executive, explains how agentic AI is changing cyber defense, and how leaders must respond now.By Vivid Technology Group

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Mon Jan 5th, '26 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:39

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Good morning! I hope you're having a fantastic start to your day. This is your weather for Monday, January 5th, 2026, for Houston, Texas. Let's see what the sky has in store for you today.- Morning temperature at 54 degrees, grab a cozy sweater or jacket- Daytime warms up to a pleasant 75 degrees- Overcast skies lingering all day- Evening temperatu…

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Sun Jan 4th, '26 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:34

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Good morning, Houston! Welcome to your weather for Sunday, January 4th, 2026. It's a beautiful day to be in H-town, and I've got all the weather details you'll need to make the most of it.- Morning temperature starts at a cool 55 degrees- Warm daytime high of 69 degrees with scattered clouds- Only 34 percent cloudiness, so sunglasses might still be…

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Sat Jan 3rd, '26 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:34

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Good morning, Houston! This is your weather for Saturday, January 3rd, 2026. I hope you're ready for a beautiful day in the Bayou City. Let's dive right into it.- Morning temperature around 58 degrees- Daytime high of 76 degrees with 33% humidity- Wind from the north-northwest at 5 mph, gusts up to 12 mph- Evening temperature dropping to 71 degrees…

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AI for MSPs: Transforming Business Processes and Driving Measurable Outcomes 21:54

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Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are encouraged to shift their focus from traditional infrastructure management to becoming Managed Intelligence Providers (MIPs), emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into their service offerings. Chance Weaver, VP of AI Adoption at PAX 8, highlights the necessity for MSPs to engage in deeper …

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Fri Jan 2nd, '26 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:29

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Hey there and a very good morning to you! This is your weather for Friday, January 2nd, 2026, right here in sunny Houston.- Morning temperature around 52 degrees- Daytime high warming up nicely to 81 degrees- Partly cloudy skies with scattered clouds- Southwest wind at 6 mph, gusts up to 15 mph- Evening remains warm at about 77 degrees- No rain or …

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Thu Jan 1st, '26 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:48

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Happy New Year! Here is your weather for Thursday, January 1st, 2026, in Houston.- Morning temperature begins at a cool 50 degrees- Daytime high of 74 degrees with scattered clouds- Comfortable humidity level at 50%- South-southwest wind at 5 mph, gusts up to 13 mph- Evening temperature around 68 degrees; a pleasant night for outdoor activities- Ni…

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Wed Dec 31st, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 2:08

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Hey there! Happy New Year's Eve! This is your weather for Wednesday, December 31st, 2025, straight from the vibrant city of Houston!- Morning temperature starts out at a cool 44 degrees- Daytime high around 63 degrees with 26% cloudiness- Gentle south-southwest breeze at 2 mph, gusts up to 4 mph- Evening temperatures drop to a pleasant 60 degrees w…

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AI for MSPs: Enhancing Service Desk Automation with Human-in-the-Loop Strategies 20:22

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The conversation centers on the evolving role of automation in Managed Service Providers (MSPs), particularly the implementation of human-in-the-loop AI systems. Mathieu Tougas, CEO of Mizo Technologies, emphasizes that while automation can significantly enhance efficiency—reporting a 26% increase in technician capacity and a 30% reduction in escal…

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Tue Dec 30th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:48

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Good morning! This is your weather for Tuesday, December 30th, 2025, in the charming city of Houston. As you get ready to conquer your day, let's dive into what the skies have in store for you.- Morning temperature around 40 degrees, with a gentle north breeze at 6 mph- Daytime high rises to 57 degrees, low humidity at 19 percent- Evening temperatu…

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Mon Dec 29th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:42

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Good morning! This is your weather for Monday, December 29th, 2025, for Houston, Texas.- Morning temperatures around 55 degrees with overcast skies, 99% cloudiness- North wind at 8 mph, gusts up to 16 mph- Afternoon temperatures rising to 62 degrees, overcast continues- Evening temperatures around 57 degrees, ideal for relaxing indoors- Nighttime t…

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Sun Dec 28th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:45

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Good morning and Happy Holidays! This is your weather for Sunday, December 28th, 2025, for Houston! I hope you're ready to embrace this lovely day in H-Town. - Morning starts at 71 degrees with light rain expected and mostly cloudy skies- North-northwest breeze at 7 mph, ideal for indoor activities or museum visits- Afternoon temperatures rise to 8…

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Sat Dec 27th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:51

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Good morning and a heartfelt welcome to your weather update for Saturday, December 27th, 2025, in bustling Houston. - Morning temperatures around 70 degrees with overcast clouds- Daytime high of 81 degrees; ideal for city exploration- Southerly breeze at 5 mph; carry a light jacket- Evening temperature drops to 75 degrees; perfect for a night out- …

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MSP Cybersecurity: Exploring Digital Identity and Misinformation in Tech Thrillers with Robbie Bach 19:58

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Robbie Bach, former president of Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices Division, discusses his transition from technology executive to author of political techno-thrillers, focusing on his latest book, The Blockchain Syndicate. The narrative explores themes of digital identity, misinformation, and the vulnerabilities of modern institutions, emphasi…

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Fri Dec 26th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:56

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Howdy there! Welcome to your weather update for Friday, December 26th, 2025, right here in Houston. - Morning temperature around 68 degrees - Daytime high of 82 degrees, great for outdoor activities - Light winds from the south at 3-6 mph - Partly cloudy skies with some sun and shade - Evening temperature easing to 76 degrees and settling around 70…

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Thu Dec 25th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:39

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Merry Christmas to you! Here is your weather for Thursday, December 25th, 2025, in Houston. - Morning temperature around 67 degrees, ideal for a cozy holiday breakfast - Daytime high of 81 degrees with clear skies, great for outdoor festive activities - Southeast wind with gentle gusts; Christmas decorations stay put - Comfortable humidity at 57 pe…

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Wed Dec 24th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:43

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Good morning, and a very Merry Christmas Eve to you! This is your weather for Wednesday, December 24th, 2025, for the lovely city of Houston. I hope you're in the holiday spirit today! - Morning temperature at a comfortable 67 degrees with clear skies- Afternoon high of 80 degrees, perfect for a stroll or picnic- Gentle southeast breeze at 4 mph- E…

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The AI Watchdog: Tackling Complexity in Media Streaming 4:11

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Episode 3 explores the growing complexity and costs of integrating AI into media streaming systems. With companies using multiple monitoring tools, operational drag and high outage costs are common. New Relic's Intelligent Observability unifies data across all layers—from mobile devices to AI models—enabling teams to trace issues and optimize costs…

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MSP Compliance Strategies for Government Contracts and AI Integration with Laith Pahlawan 23:03

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Laith Palhawan, CEO and founder of OrangeCrew, has successfully transitioned his managed IT services company into the public sector by becoming GSA certified, allowing him to provide IT services to government agencies. This shift has required a deep understanding of compliance and security requirements that differ significantly from those in the pr…

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MSP Automation Strategies: How to Scale Without Relying on Human Labor in 2026 15:30

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The episode reviews the outcomes of predictions made for 2025, highlighting the evolving role of automation and AI in Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Key findings indicate that while generative AI has improved data accessibility, it has not fully resolved existing reporting issues related to data quality and governance. Additionally, the anticipa…

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Tue Dec 23rd, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:43

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Happy holidays from bustling Houston! Here's your weather for Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025.- Early morning temperature around 20°C (68°F), with broken clouds- Daytime high of 25°C (77°F), featuring a gentle southeast wind- Evening temperature cools to 23°C (73°F), perfect for holiday shopping and enjoying light displays- Night temperatures around 2…

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Mon Dec 22nd, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:36

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Good morning, Houston! This is your weather for Monday, December 22nd, 2025. I hope you're ready for a fantastic start to your week.- Morning temperature around 66 degrees with a gentle southern breeze- Light rain expected, approximately three-tenths of an inch throughout the day- Afternoon temperatures rise to a warm 80 degrees, partly cloudy- Eve…

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AI for MSPs: Automating Customer Service and Enhancing Nonprofit IT Solutions 18:52

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Matthew Nikravesh, CEO and co-founder of Solarus Technologies, discussed the evolution of managed services in response to the increasing demand for cloud solutions, particularly Azure, during the pandemic. Solaris Technologies, founded in 2012, focuses on providing managed services primarily to nonprofits and small to mid-sized businesses. The comp…

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Sun Dec 21st, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 2:00

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Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas if you celebrate! Here's your weather for Sunday, December 21st, 2025 in Houston.- Morning temperature cozy at 59 degrees; light jacket suggested- Daytime high reaches 76 degrees under overcast skies- Wind from the southwest at 4 mph, with occasional gusts- Evening temperature mild at 74 degrees, ideal for a strol…

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MSP Profitability Trends: Understanding Revenue Growth and Labor Costs in 2025 44:28

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The episode features a discussion on the current state of profitability and revenue growth within the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry, highlighting that 2024 marks the fifth consecutive year of strong profitability. Despite this positive trend, revenue growth has cooled compared to the rapid increases seen from 2021 to 2023, with organic re…

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Sat Dec 20th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:50

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Hey there and good morning! This is your weather for Saturday, December 20th, 2025, in Houston. Hope you're ready for a great day in the city known for its space exploration and delicious Tex-Mex cuisine!- Morning temperature is a cool 59 degrees, perfect for a morning jog or stroll- Daytime high of 80 degrees with a mostly sunny sky, excellent for…

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MSP Cybersecurity: Navigating AI Accountability and Job Market Shifts in 2025 17:38

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Conflicting jobs data indicates a complex economic landscape for IT service providers, as the unemployment rate in the tech sector has risen to 4% with a loss of 134,000 jobs between October and November 2025. Despite a drop in the overall unemployment rate to 4.2% and a projected growth of managed services contributing $608 billion to the B2B tech…

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AI for MSPs: Navigating Control and Accountability in Automated Services 16:26

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Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider, is pursuing a $1 billion market position by the end of 2029, following significant revenue growth and 27 acquisitions since its inception. The company is focusing on enhancing its service offerings, particularly in managed artificial intelligence services, through a $100 million investment in its ne…

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Fri Dec 19th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:51

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Good morning and hello there! This is your weather for Friday, December 19th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Houston. I hope you're ready to start your day with a clear and bright sky above. - Morning temperatures around 49 degrees, perfect for a warm coffee and light jacket - Daytime high of 65 degrees, ideal for outdoor activities with bright sunsh…

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Thu Dec 18th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:51

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Good morning, Houston! Here's your weather for Thursday, December 18th, 2025.- Morning temperatures start around 60 degrees, with a light jacket recommended- Daytime high reaches a pleasant 79 degrees- Expect light rain throughout the day, about one tenth of an inch- Partly cloudy skies with 49% cloud cover, offering glimpses of the Texas sky- Even…

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MSP Cybersecurity: Ransomware Shifts to Hypervisors, AI Risks, and Regulatory Challenges 17:34

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Ransomware payments have decreased by 33%, dropping from approximately $1.1 billion in 2023 to $734 million in 2024, according to a report from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. Despite this decline in payments, the number of ransomware attacks has remained relatively stable, with 1,476 incidents reported last year, a slight decrease of onl…

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Uncovering Hidden Risks: Lessons from a Major Cloud Outage 4:23

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This special extended episode explores the critical lessons from a recent Cloudflare outage, focusing on latent risk, cascading failures, and system complexity. Gwen and Buddy discuss how hidden vulnerabilities can trigger widespread outages, the dangers of tool fragmentation, and the importance of unified observability (MELT). The episode highligh…

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AI for MSPs: Navigating Governance, Quality Control, and New Procurement Guidelines 13:51

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Analyst firm Forrester has projected that AI-native cloud solutions could generate $20 billion in revenue by 2026, significantly reshaping enterprise IT operations. However, the transition to these solutions raises concerns about governance gaps that could lead to outages. Organizations are increasingly redesigning their systems across various sect…

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Wed Dec 17th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:37

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Good morning! Welcome to your weather for Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, here in Houston. - Morning temperature around 55 degrees- Daytime high of 66 degrees with light rain expected- Around one-tenth of an inch of precipitation likely- Southeast wind at 3 mph, gusts up to 9 mph- Completely overcast throughout the day- Evening temperature around 6…

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Tue Dec 16th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:38

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Good morning to you in the heart of Texas! This is your weather for Tuesday, December 16th, 2025, right here in Houston.- Morning temperatures around 49 degrees, light jacket recommended- Overcast skies with consistent cloud coverage- Daytime high of 65 degrees- Afternoon and evening temperatures steady around 62 degrees- Gentle southeast wind at 3…

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AI for MSPs: Navigating Hiring Challenges and IT Spending Trends in 2025 14:22

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Global IT spending is projected to reach its highest level in 30 years, driven primarily by investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services. According to a report from the International Data Corporation, spending on hardware, software, and IT services is expected to rise by 14%, marking the fastest growth rate since 1996. However, th…

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Mon Dec 15th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:39

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Good morning! This is your weather for Monday, December 15th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Houston.- Morning temperature at a brisk 39 degrees; ideal for a cozy sweater- Daytime temperature climbs to 54 degrees with partly sunny skies- Evening temperature around 53 degrees; consider a light jacket- Light winds from the northeast; mostly clear skies…

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MSP Cybersecurity: Transforming Security from Cost Center to Business Growth Driver 21:59

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Scott Alldridge, CEO of IP Services and author of the Visible Ops series, emphasizes the necessity of viewing cybersecurity as a growth driver rather than a cost center. He argues that the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, which now target small businesses, necessitates a shift in perspective. Aldridge highlights that organizations must r…

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Sun Dec 14th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:52

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Good morning! Here's your weather for Sunday, December 14th, 2025, in vibrant Houston. - Morning temperature around 60 degrees; partly cloudy with light rain- Daytime high reaching 64 degrees, light rain expected around seven tenths of an inch- Afternoon gentle north-northeast breeze at 7 mph with gusts up to 12 mph- Evening temperature dipping to …

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MSP Cybersecurity Risks: OpenAI's Warning on AI Models and Zero-Day Exploits 17:22

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OpenAI has released GPT 5.2, a new model that reportedly outperforms industry professionals across 44 occupations in benchmark tests, completing tasks over 11 times faster and at less than 1% of the cost of expert professionals. This development follows a declaration of urgency from CEO Sam Altman, who highlighted the need to enhance ChatGPT's capa…

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Sat Dec 13th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 2:01

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Good morning, and a very happy Saturday to you from Houston! This is your weather for Saturday, December 13th, 2025, and I hope you're ready for what the day has in store. Now, let's dive into the weather!- Morning temperature at 67 degrees with light rain- Skies are mostly cloudy with 91% cloudiness- Daytime high of 73 degrees, 75% humidity, and l…

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Fri Dec 12th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:50

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Hello there! Here's your Friday, December 12th, 2025 weather update for the vibrant city of Houston.- Morning temperature at a cool 53 degrees- Daytime high of 77 degrees with light rain, about two-tenths of an inch expected- Clear skies perfect for outdoor activities, but keep an umbrella handy- Evening temperatures around 72 degrees, night settli…

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AI for MSPs: Navigating Adoption Challenges and Governance in 2025 15:15

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Microsoft's analysis of 37.5 million de-identified conversations from its CoPilot feature indicates that AI assistants are becoming increasingly integrated into daily life, with users frequently seeking health-related advice and engaging in programming discussions during weekdays. However, despite this growing reliance on AI, CoPilot only commands …

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AI for MSPs: Overcoming Trust Issues and Embracing Personalized Solutions 13:25

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AI adoption among business leaders is facing significant skepticism, as a recent survey by Workato and Harvard Business Review revealed that only 6% of over 600 tech leaders expressed full confidence in AI agents managing essential processes. Despite this lack of trust, 86% of respondents indicated plans to invest more in AI technology over the nex…

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Thu Dec 11th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:47

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Good morning, Houston! Wishing you a happy Thursday on this December 11th, 2025. - Morning temperatures around 53 degrees with clear skies- Low humidity at 38%, keep moisturizer handy- Afternoon high of 68 degrees, perfect for outdoor lunch- Evening remains clear with temperatures around 64 degrees- Nighttime cools down to 60 degrees, gentle northe…

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AI for MSPs: Addressing Adoption Challenges and Cybersecurity Risks in 2025 15:37

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AI adoption is facing significant challenges, as evidenced by Microsoft's CoPilot Plus initiative, which accounted for less than 10% of systems shipped in Q3 2024. Despite initial enthusiasm, privacy concerns surrounding features like the recall function have hindered consumer interest, leading Microsoft to pivot towards making all Windows 11 compu…

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Wed Dec 10th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:36

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Good morning, Houston! This is your weather for Wednesday, December 10th, 2025. Enjoy the clear skies and sunshine today! - Morning temperature around 55 degrees, perfect for a light sweater - Daytime high reaching a comfortable 72 degrees, ideal for outdoor activities - Northeast gentle wind, no major disruptions - Evening temperature settling to …

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#90: The Discord Breach – Could it Happen to You? 24:17

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Complyance CEO Richa Kaul discusses how third parties can expose sensitive data (passports, IDs) and provides actionable steps to prevent loss and protect revenue.By Extra Something Media

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Tue Dec 9th, '25 - Daily Weather for Houston 1:33

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Good morning! It's Tuesday, December 9th, 2025, in charming Houston.- Morning starts cool at 48 degrees; consider a light jacket- Clear skies with daytime high at 66 degrees, ideal for a lunch stroll- Evening remains pleasant at 61 degrees with gentle southern winds up to 2 mph- Night cools to 57 degrees, perfect for stargazing under clear skies- T…