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The BMK Vision Podcast #88 - Revenue Is Vanity: Why MSPs Must Fire Unprofitable Clients | BMK Vision RoundtableMost MSP owners will tell you they want to improve profitability. But when the solution involves cutting recurring revenue, the conversation gets uncomfortable fast. This roundtable tackles the hard truth: not all revenue is healthy revenue, and the clients you're afraid to lose may be the ones destroying your margins. Josh Peterson, Gary Boyle, and Ryan Alter dig into a real client scenario where 15% of agreements were operating below sustainable margins — and explore why MSP owners tolerate it, what it costs them, and how to break the cycle. 🎙 What We Cover in This Episode • W...

2026-03-0948 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #86 – Stop Hiring People — Start Designing Roles | BMK Vision RoundtableMost MSP owners don't plan their hires — they react to them. A great person shows up, excitement takes over, and suddenly you're building a role around a person instead of filling a seat you've already designed. In this BMK Vision Roundtable, Josh Peterson and Gary Boyle break down why that pattern keeps repeating and what it's actually costing you. Gary Boyle is a Partner for Strategy & Business Development at Bering McKinley, and in this conversation, we explore the hidden cost of reactive hiring, the clarity gap behind most role failures, and why designing the seat before finding th...

2026-03-0231 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #85 — Why MSP Partnerships Fail (And How to Save Them) | BMK Vision RoundtableIn this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson sits down with Gary Boyle, Partner for Strategy & Business Development at Bering McKinley. They dig into why MSP partnerships break down, how undefined roles create a slow-burning disaster, and what owners can do right now to get ahead of it — drawing from real client situations happening right now. This conversation explores how the most common partnership problems — misaligned expectations, weak operating agreements, and murky equity structures — quietly erode MSP businesses for years before anyone faces them head-on. Practical and honest takeaways for any MSP owner in a partne...

2026-02-231h 00

The BMK Vision Podcast #83 – Getting Lost on the Way to Relevance | From the Trenches (Ray Stasieczko)In this From the Trenches episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson sits down with Ray Stasieczko for an unfiltered conversation about the copier-dealer-to-MSP transition—and why so many businesses lose their way chasing relevance instead of building real value. Ray shares hard-earned lessons from decades in the print and IT services space, challenging vendor-driven MSP models that promise easy growth but often lead to low margins, outsourced complexity, and stalled businesses. Together, Josh and Ray explore why most copier dealers only convert a small percentage of clients into managed IT customers, why outsourcing the...

2026-02-1151 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #82 – Ownership Doesn’t Equal Seat Fit | BMK Vision RoundtableAt around $5M in revenue, many MSPs run into a leadership problem that has nothing to do with effort or intelligence—and everything to do with role fit. In this episode, the BMK Vision Podcast team breaks down a real client scenario where an owner is sitting in the sales seat but doesn’t truly want sales leadership. Josh Peterson is joined by Gary Boyle and Ryan Alter to explore why ownership does not automatically mean seat fit, why delegating tasks is not the same as owning outcomes, and how avoiding hard role decisions quietly taxes...

2026-02-0950 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #80 – What Do You Want? Defining Direction Beyond Revenue | BMK Vision RoundtableMost MSPs don’t get stuck because they lack skill, tools, or effort. They get stuck because they’ve never clearly answered one foundational question: What do you actually want? In this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson (CEO, Bering McKinley) and Gary Boyle (Partner, Bering McKinley) continue the conversation about why MSPs stall—and go deeper into the question that unlocks real strategy, alignment, and momentum. They discuss why revenue and valuation alone are often insufficient goals, why many owners are uncomfortable naming a number, a...

2026-01-2651 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #79 – Why MSPs Get Stuck at $2M | BMK Vision RoundtableMost MSPs don’t get stuck because they lack technical skill. They get stuck because the business reaches a point where brute force stops working — and the owner hasn’t made the shift from operator to CEO. In this weekly BMK Vision Roundtable, Josh Peterson (CEO, Bering McKinley) is joined by Gary Boyle (Partner, Bering McKinley) and Ryan Alter (Former MSP Owner) to break down why so many MSPs plateau around the $2M mark and what actually needs to change to move beyond it. This episode goes deeper than sales tactics or tools. The conversation focuse...

2026-01-1948 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #76 - BMK Quick Take - Why Every MSP Needs a Dispatcher Even If You Think You Don’tMost MSPs delay hiring a dispatcher because they believe it will slow response times or distance clients from technical help. In reality, the lack of dispatch is one of the biggest reasons MSPs struggle with inconsistent service, forgotten tickets, poor utilization, and burned-out technicians. In this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson breaks down why dispatch is not administrative overhead—it’s the control system that protects client experience and operational health. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience working with thousands of MSPs, Josh explains why technicians should not be responsible for prior...

2026-01-0808 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #74 – Don’t Be That Guy: Your Business Is Awesome (Gary Boyle & Ryan Alter)Your MSP business is doing more right than you think—but the industry rarely pauses to say it. In this episode, Josh Peterson is joined by Gary Boyle and Ryan Alter for a “Don’t Be That Guy” conversation that flips the script: why the MSP business model is awesome, why it’s often more resilient (and sellable) than other SMB categories, and what owners must do to protect margin as the market tightens. They unpack how high retention can quietly create a comfort plateau, why price increases get delayed (even when everyone knows they should happ...

2026-01-0656 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #73 – Don’t Be That Guy: You Suck at Hiring (Fletcher Wimbush – Discovered)In this Don’t Be That Guy webinar episode of The BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson sits down with Fletcher Wimbush of Discovered for a direct, no-nonsense conversation MSP owners need to hear: you suck at hiring—and it’s costing you more than you think. Fletcher breaks down why most MSP hiring processes fail before the first interview even happens, how relying on “gut feel” leads to expensive mistakes, and why assessment-first hiring is the fastest way to reduce turnover and improve team performance. The discussion covers screener questions, integrity and attitude assessments, reference checks that...

2026-01-051h 08

The BMK Vision Podcast #71 – BMK Quick Takes: The Order of Selling Every MSP Must KnowIn this BMK Quick Takes episode, Josh Peterson teaches the most important—and most misunderstood—sales principle in the MSP industry: the correct order of selling. Josh explains why selling yourself first, your company second, and your services last leads to stronger trust and better outcomes. He also breaks down the four essential components of a First-Time Appointment: budget, timeframe, next steps, and referral confidence. What We Cover • Why emotional trust drives nearly every buying decision • How to structure curiosity-driven discovery • The true order of selling for MSPs • Establishing budget using...

2026-01-0312 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #70 – From the Trenches: Surviving Your First 90 Days as an MSP Owner (Chris Hart – Hart CTO Inc)Leaving a stable role to launch your own MSP is exciting—and brutally hard. In this episode, Josh Peterson talks with Chris Hart, founder of Hart CTO Inc and longtime IT executive, about what his first 90+ days back in the MSP saddle have really looked like: slow leads, pricing pressure, doubts about size, and the surprising lifelines that are keeping the business moving. Guest Introduction Chris Hart is the founder of Hart CTO Inc, a Florida-based fractional CTO and consulting firm serving law firms and professional services organizations. With more than two decades lead...

2026-01-0240 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #69 – From the Trenches: Owner-Led Sales, Dispatch Discipline & Sustainable MSP Growth (Chad Kempt – Fast Computers)Growing an MSP from “computer guy” to a multi-technician, acquisition-ready business isn’t about hacks or hype—it’s about talking to more people, building real systems, and avoiding the wrong hires at the wrong time. In this episode, Josh Peterson is joined by Chad Kempt, founder and president of Fast Computers, an Ontario-based MSP that’s been serving clients since 1998 and recently merged with another provider to expand its footprint. Chad and Josh unpack why most sub-$1M MSPs don’t need a salesperson—they need the owner to step up—and how dispatch and service managem...

2026-01-0147 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #68 – From the Trenches: EOS, Sales Pods & Automation-Ready MSPs (Charles Swihart – Preactive IT Solutions)What happens when a long-time MSP owner finally admits he can’t keep being the only salesperson—and decides to build a truly accountable, automation-ready organization? In this episode, Josh Peterson talks with Charles Swihart, Founder & CEO of Preactive IT Solutions, about implementing EOS, scaling sales beyond the owner, and preparing for the next wave of AI and automation in the MSP world. Charles has been leading Preactive IT Solutions, a Houston-based MSP specializing in construction and engineering firms, since 2003. Under his leadership, the company has grown through disciplined financials, strong account management, and a relen...

2025-12-3141 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #67 – From the Trenches: Cash Moats, Vision Maps & the Next-Gen MSP (Bryan Currier – Advantage Technologies)What does it really look like to build a mountain of cash between your MSP and the next crisis? In this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson sits down with Bryan Currier, Founder & CEO of Advantage Technologies, to unpack the systems, disciplines, and mindset that took his dental-focused MSP from a near cash disaster during the Great Recession to a multi-state, Hassle Free IT platform serving 800+ healthcare clients. Bryan explains how he uses dedicated reserve buckets (annual expenses, taxes, bonuses, and true emergencies), weekly sweeps into Treasuries, and strict account separation to protect ag...

2025-12-3052 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #65 – BMK Quick Takes: Goals Aren’t Dreams — They’re MathIn this BMK Quick Takes episode, Josh Peterson explains why most MSP goals fail before they ever begin. Goals are not dreams, affirmations, or intentions—they are math. Josh walks through how purpose statements create clarity, how SMART objectives actually work in real businesses, and how revenue targets must be reverse-engineered into proposals, meetings, prospecting activity, and daily behavior. This episode is a direct challenge to MSP owners who avoid committing to outcomes out of fear, uncertainty, or self-protection. If you’ve ever said “I just want to get a few clients...

2025-12-2817 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #63 – From the Trenches: Why Your Hiring Fails & How to Fix It (Fletcher Wimbush – Discovered)Most small-business and MSP owners know hiring is mission-critical, yet still rely on gut feelings, rushed interviews, and contingency recruiters whose incentives don’t align with quality. In this episode, Josh Peterson talks with Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered, about how to replace guesswork with a proven, science-based hiring process that consistently produces A-players. Guest Introduction Fletcher Wimbush is the CEO and founder of Discovered, an AI-enabled performance hiring and applicant tracking system designed to help growing companies build better teams with less risk. Drawing on decades of experience, thousands of interviews, and val...

2025-12-261h 03

The BMK Vision Podcast #62 – From the Trenches: Automation, AI & the Next MSP Leap (James Sanford – Teamspring Technologies)James Sanford, President and founder of Teamspring Technologies in North Georgia, joins Josh Peterson to talk about what the next evolution of MSP work really looks like when automation and AI are at the center. From his beginnings as a software engineer to building a family-run MSP serving Atlanta-area SMBs and nonprofits, James explains how recurring revenue, advisory work, and automation are reshaping his business. [Guest Introduction] James Sanford leads Teamspring Technologies, an MSP based in Sugar Hill, Georgia that has been supporting local businesses since 1999 with managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and VoIP s...

2025-12-2546 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #54 – From the Trenches: Faith, Stewardship & Blue Ocean Vision (Jason Robinson – IntegriTech)Faith, stewardship, and bold decision-making define this powerful conversation between Josh Peterson and Jason Robinson, Co-Founder of IntegriTech in Northwest Arkansas. Jason shares how he left a successful enterprise IT career at Tyson, stepped into small-business ownership with purpose, and built an MSP rooted in service, intentional growth, and values-driven leadership. This episode explores how calling, partnership structure, and real business discipline transformed Jason’s journey—from early mistakes to Blue Ocean Strategy thinking and a clearer vision for the future of IntegriTech. Guest Introduction Jason Robinson, Co-Founder of IntegriTech, brings nearly...

2025-12-1759 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #52 – From the Trenches: Firefighting, MSP Longevity & the Changing Client Mindset (Todd Holloway – Custech)In this episode, Josh Peterson sits down with Todd Holloway, founder of Custech and one of the earliest ConnectWise adopters in the industry. Todd shares how a firefighting career unexpectedly led him into IT, how he built a 30-year MSP through relationships, and why client expectations are shifting fast in 2025. Guest Introduction Todd Holloway is the founder of Custech, an Atlanta-based boutique MSP known for deep client relationships and long-term operational maturity. We explore his early days in IT, the evolution of pricing models, the rise of low-cost national competitors, SDR hiring, and t...

2025-12-151h 03

The BMK Vision Podcast #51 – Don’t Be That Guy: Net Profit Is a Lie, Gross Profit Is King (Ryan Alter)Most MSP owners obsess over net profit and ignore the number that actually determines the health of the business: gross profit. In this Don’t Be That Guy session, Josh Peterson and former MSP owner Ryan Alter unpack why net profit can be completely distorted by G&A decisions, tax strategy, and owner perks—and why disciplined leaders run the company on gross profit, not what’s left at the bottom. Ryan and Josh walk through the BMK model for 42% overall gross profit, 55% service department gross profit, and a tight service salaries–to–service revenue ratio that...

2025-12-1458 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #50 – From the Trenches: Data Portability, PE Money & MSP Basics That Still Matter (Karl Palachuk – Small Biz Thoughts)For this From the Trenches conversation, Josh Peterson sits down with Karl W. Palachuk — author, speaker, MSP consultant, and founder of Small Biz Thoughts. Together, they unpack how the MSP industry has changed over the past two decades, why foundational blocking-and-tackling still matters, and how private equity and PSA vendors may shape the next wave of disruption. Guest Introduction Karl W. Palachuk is the owner of Small Biz Thoughts and founder of the Small Biz Thoughts Technology Community, a global platform helping IT consultants and MSPs master the business side of their business. In...

2025-12-1334 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #47 – From the Trenches: From Navy Mustang to GovCon Cyber CEO (Erica Dobbs – Dobbs Defense Solutions)From E-1 seaman to Navy Commander to GovCon cyber CEO. In this episode, Josh Peterson talks with Erica Dobbs, founder and CEO of Dobbs Defense Solutions, about what it really looks like to leave a long military career, enter entrepreneurship, and build a cleared cybersecurity and IT company serving high-stakes federal missions. Erica is a retired U.S. Navy Commander (O-5) and the founder and CEO of Dobbs Defense Solutions (D2S), a service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned firm specializing in cyber, enterprise IT, and analytics for federal, state, local, and commercial clients. She joins Josh t...

2025-12-1042 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #45 – From the Trenches: Enterprise Roots, AI Strategy & MSP Fundamentals (Corey Kirkendoll – 5K Technical Services)In this episode of From the Trenches, Josh Peterson sits down with Corey Kirkendoll, a seasoned enterprise technologist (IBM, Cisco, Dell, EMC), MSP CEO, CISSP, CCIE, and one of the most well-rounded strategy thinkers in the channel. Corey brings a rare combination of deep technical expertise and strong business acumen—powered by his MBA and decades of real-world leadership. Josh and Corey explore the current era MSPs are navigating: AI adoption, cybersecurity maturity, service standardization, business outcomes, automation, operational fundamentals, and the mindset shifts required to stay competitive. Corey discusses why automation only works when fun...

2025-12-0852 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #44 – From the Trenches: Know Better, Do Better & Trusting Yourself in an AI World (Cass Cooper – Know Better, Do Better Consulting)In this episode of From the Trenches, Josh Peterson sits down with Cass Cooper, an organizational development expert, speaker, and founder of Know Better, Do Better Consulting. Cass sits at the intersection of leadership development, technology, culture, AI, and human behavior—bringing a unique perspective on how people learn, communicate, trust themselves, and navigate an increasingly complex world. Together, Josh and Cass explore themes of self-trust, identity, burnout, societal expectations, and the cultural pressures many women face around appearance, decision-making, and belonging. They discuss how AI is reshaping communication, why validation from machines is becoming a “...

2025-12-0725 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #41 – From the Trenches: Lawsuits, Lessons & a Copier-Dealer Exit (David Prince – Databranch)In this episode of From the Trenches, MSP expert Josh Peterson interviews David Prince — longtime MSP owner, former CEO of Databranch, and one of the few MSP leaders to navigate both a major lawsuit and a highly successful copier-dealer MSP exit. David shares hard-earned lessons about MSP lawsuits, arbitration clauses, risk management, distressed-business acquisitions, and how he built Databranch into a profitable, acquisition-ready managed services provider. David opens up about the moment he was unexpectedly served with a lawsuit after acquiring a struggling IT business, the financial and emotional shock that followed, and how the exp...

2025-12-0450 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #38 – From the Trenches: Early MSP Days & Growth Mindset (Tim Taylor)In this episode of the From the Trenches series, Josh Peterson sits down with Tim Taylor — a 40-year IT veteran, early MSP pioneer, author, and founder of Tim Taylor Consulting. Tim shares what the industry looked like before the term “MSP” even existed, including mainframe programming, Novell networks, pagers, handwritten timesheets, and selling hardware before managed services became the standard. Through decades of experience, Tim explains why hourly work used to be highly profitable, how he transitioned into managed services, what broke profitability for so many MSPs, and why mindset, pricing confiden...

2025-12-0150 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #37 – From the Trenches Building a $3–$5M MSP, CSM Strategy and EOS Execution (Michael Milhouse)In this episode of the From the Trenches series, Josh Peterson sits down with Michael Milhouse, President and Co-Founder of Bridgepoint Technologies, for a candid look at what it really takes to build, stabilize, and scale a $3–$5M MSP. Michael shares his journey from old-school COBOL programming in the 1980s to leading a 32-person organization with multiple service lines—including managed services, custom application development, and a SaaS offering. He breaks down how Bridgepoint transitioned from break/fix to 90% managed services, why the Customer Success Manager (CSM) role became central to client retention and revenue growt...

2025-12-0158 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #36 – From the Trenches: Policy, Maternal Health & Brand Safety (Erica L. Shoemate, MPA)In this episode of The BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson sits down with Erica L. Shoemate, MPA — a policy strategist, maternal health advocate, and former Head of Site Policy (Americas) for safety and cybercrime at Twitter (pre-X). Erica’s career spans federal work, intelligence, public service, and tech, and she brings a unique lens to how policy impacts people, workplaces, and communities. Erica shares the unlikely beginnings of her interest in policy, sparked by civics classes and a deep curiosity for complex systems. She and Josh discuss how policy shapes both large-scale government decisions and every...

2025-11-2844 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #36 - From The Trenches - Cyber Compliance & vCISO Opportunity (Dan Collins)Independent assessor Dan Collins breaks down how SMBs should think about compliance (PCI, SOC, HIPAA), where MSPs fit, and why the vCISO lane is the biggest growth play. You’ll leave with a clear map of assessor vs. MSP roles, policy realities, insurance pressure, and sales metrics that drive enterprise value. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog In this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson sits down with Dan Collins of 360 Advanced, an independent security assessor serving the mid-market. Collins explains how asse...

2025-11-1251 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #34 - Don’t Be That Guy - The Utilization Lies We Tell Ourselves (Ryan Alter)Josh Peterson and Ryan Alters dive deep into one of MSPs’ longest-standing challenges — billable utilization — and the misconceptions that keep teams from mastering it. This episode breaks down how to calculate it correctly, why it matters more than ever in 2025, and how dispatchers, not just techs, drive the results. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Josh Peterson and Ryan Alter tackle one of the biggest myths in MSP operations — billable utilization. After 20 years in consulting, Josh reveals why the same time-entry problems still plague MSPs, how...

2025-11-0657 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #33 - From The Trenches - Cyber Risk, Claims & Coverage (Bill Haber) Josh sits down with Bill Haber to demystify cyber risk for small and midsize businesses—what it really is, why insurers care, and how MSPs can guide clients without the fear-mongering. You’ll learn a practical path: assess, remediate, insure—minus the jargon and overpriced “gold/silver/bronze” bundles. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog In this From the Trenches conversation, Josh Peterson interviews Bill Haber of TEKRISQ about the real-world intersection of cybersecurity and insurance for SMBs—and how MSPs can lead with v...

2025-11-0554 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #32 - From The Trenches - Backups, Ransomware & Service that Answer (William Oppenheimer)🎙️ Backups, Ransomware & Service that Answers – Ep. 0 A 30-year backup veteran, William Oppenheimer, joins Josh to unpack what really matters in modern backup strategy—beyond buzzwords. MSPs get a practical perspective on configuration, testing, ransomware readiness, and why responsive support beats “big-box” scale. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog For MSPs, backup isn’t glamorous—but it’s mission-critical. In this conversation, Josh Peterson sits down with William Oppenheimer (envloch.com) to trace the evolution from 1990s tape rotations to today’s encrypted, cloud-hybrid...

2025-11-0436 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #31 - From the Trenches - The CIO Mindset - MSPs, Luck & Learning (Bob Coppedge)When former CIO Bob Coppedge, CEO of Simplex IT, joins Josh Peterson, the conversation turns into a masterclass on business maturity, luck, and the evolution of managed services. From aviation museums to model-year MSP strategies, Bob shares 45 years of perspective on what separates the techs who adapt from the ones who stall. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog In this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson chats with Bob Coppedge, CEO of Simplex IT, about his journey from CIO to MSP leader an...

2025-10-3055 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #29 - From The Trenches - Mastering MSP Sales Systems - (Mitz Giannakos)Josh Peterson sits down with Mitz Giannakos, Co-Founder of Next Step Technology Solutions, to unpack what makes an MSP sales machine truly scalable. From early prospecting challenges to the art of sales leadership, Mitz shares how to transform sales chaos into a repeatable, data-driven system that drives real growth. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog In this episode of the BMK Vision Podcast, Josh Peterson and Mitz Giannakos dive deep into the mindset, methods, and mechanics of MSP sales success. With over a decade in...

2025-10-231h 15

I-80 Club Will Matt Rhule End Up At Penn State? With Shehan Jeyarajah of CBS Sports! | I-80 Football ShowShehan Jeyarajah of CBSsports.com joins Josh Peterson on this week's I-80 Football Show to discuss the big news from the college football world; James Franklin is out at Penn State. Is Matt Rhule up next? They explore the move from the Penn State and Nebraska perspectives: Why was now the right time to move on from Franklin? Is Matt Rhule the #1 candidate for the job? What will this coaching search teach us about Nebraska? Plus, they discuss the 2025 college football season, including the contenders most jumping out, Texas Tech and Indiana's big seasons, and if it's...

2025-10-1653 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #26 - Don't be That Guy - Know Your Numbers or Die - MSP KPIs (Ryan Alter)Learn the 13 MSP numbers that actually move profit. Host Josh Peterson breaks down revenue buckets, service gross profit, and the levers your service manager can pull today. Perfect for MSP owners and leaders who want clearer decisions, stronger margins, and a repeatable finance rhythm. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Josh Peterson (Bering McKinley) is joined briefly by former MSP owner Ryan Alter to challenge the myth that you need “hundreds of KPIs.” You’ll learn the few numbers that matter—and how to...

2025-10-101h 00

I-80 Club The Good And The Bad Of Nebraska's 3-1 Start | Saturday Morning Coffee ShowJosh Peterson and Matt McMaster are together on a Saturday morning to dive into Nebraska's first month of the year and figure out if their preseason priors were right or wrong. In doing so, they take a look at two of Josh's columns from August and unpack his four reasons to believe and not believe in the program. Which points have proved most correct and which ones are still TBD?Plus, they preview the slate in the Saturday Flight!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month...

2025-09-271h 08

The BMK Vision Podcast #23 – From the Trenches - MSP Sales Leadership (Rafi Cohn)In this candid “From the Trenches” chat, Josh Peterson and guest Rafi Cohn unpack what MSP sales really looks like day-to-day—no pitch decks, just shop talk. You’ll hear why most MSPs don’t have a true salesperson, how that shapes pipeline strategy, and practical ways to prospect without burning cash. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Guest Highlight: Rafi Cohn, head of sales & marketing at IntelliComp, joins Josh for a frank conversation about building an MSP sales motion when you’re a team of one. From...

2025-09-2350 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #22 – From the Trenches - People-First MSP Ops (Stephanie Carbone)MSP leaders will love this candid, from-the-trenches chat on building a people-first help desk and project team. Guest Stephanie Carbone shares how empathy, SOPs, and training turn chaos into white-glove service—and why that wins clients and reviews. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Stephanie Carbone, IT Operations Manager at Complete Business Systems of Colorado (CBS), joins Josh Peterson to unpack how a copier-dealer-turned-MSP built a service culture around “people serving people.” From hiring techs with empathy to giving teams the tools and confidence to deliver...

2025-09-1856 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #20 – From the Trenches - From Navy Comms to MSSP - Leap into Entrepreneurship (Will Robinson)New founder story with real talk for aspiring MSP/MSSP owners. Josh Peterson sits down with Will Robinson to unpack the leap from government IT to launching a cybersecurity-forward services firm—covering sales, pricing, tool choices, and hiring. If you’re building from zero or resetting your go-to-market, this is your blueprint. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Will Robinson (Thirdeye View Corp) joins Josh Peterson to explore what it actually takes to start—and sustain—an MSSP that small businesses trust. From sharpening CEO-as-seller...

2025-09-1753 min

Havenwood Academy Podcast Kristi Peterson, Clinical Director at Havenwood AcademyIn this episode, Josh Gardner sits down with Kristi Peterson, Clinical Director at Havenwood Academy, to talk about her journey into residential treatment, why she came back after a brief break, and what makes Havenwood’s clinical model so unique. Kristi shares insights on trauma-informed care, attachment-focused treatment, and the importance of relational approaches in working with adolescents.They also discuss Havenwood’s impressive 82% program completion rate, the role of advanced therapeutic modalities like EMDR, neurofeedback, and DBT, and how Kristi and her team foster resilience in some of the most acute cases. This conversation is a...

2025-08-2628 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #14 – Don’t Be That Guy - MSP Sales Role-Play - Practice Wins (Ryan Alter)If you’re not practicing, you’re guessing—and losing deals. In this “Don’t Be That Guy” session, Josh Peterson and former MSP owner Ryan Alter unpack practical, repeatable ways to role-play sales moments so your team reacts faster, handles objections with confidence, and books more meetings. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Episode Description Ryan Alter (former MSP owner - co-host) and Josh Peterson break down how to build a sales practice culture that actually sticks—without awkwardness or wasted time. You’ll hear real scenarios...

2025-08-2151 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #11 – Don’t Be That Guy - MSP Sales Management - Effort vs Results (Ryan Alter)Learn how to stop “re-hiring your first salesperson” and finally build a repeatable sales engine for your MSP. Josh Peterson (Bering McKinley) and former MSP owner Ryan break down the activities-first management approach that scales beyond founder-led selling. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog If you’ve been burned by a failed sales hire, this episode gives you the operating system to try again—proper tracking in your PSA/CRM, true time entry for sales, and a phased progression from prospecting → first meetings → proposals → closed deals. Josh...

2025-08-1958 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #10 – From the Trenches - MSP Exit & EOS Lessons (Jeff Wynn)A candid founder-to-founder conversation on building an MSP you actually want to work for—and how to exit it on your terms. Josh Peterson talks with Jeff (co-founder, New River Computing) about strategy, EOS, ideal clients, and navigating the emotions and mechanics of a sale. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Jeff — co-founder of New River Computing — joins Josh to unpack the real-world journey from “walking-around money” side gigs to a values-driven MSP and, ultimately, a successful exit. You’ll hear how peer teams, EOS, and financi...

2025-08-1859 min

I-80 Club Epilogue: Is The Groin Kick Era Over? | Groin Kick ChroniclesJosh Peterson and Jack Mitchell look back on the Groin Kick Era of Husker football, discuss the games that continue to stick with them, and ask the most important question: Is this era over?Watch this episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for the entire list of games, highlights, lowlights, and more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Make Believe Studios. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian A...

2025-08-1439 min

I-80 Club Which Loss Of The Groin Kick Era Is The Worst: 5-1 | Groin Kick ChroniclesJosh Peterson counts down the five worst losses of the Groin Kick Era and then brings on Jack Mitchell to dive a little bit deeper. Did the game at the top of the list surprise them?Watch this episode on YouTube!Want access to the epilogue right now? Subscribe to the I-80 Club on Patreon and listen to the end of the Groin Kick Chronicles! patreon.com/i80clubWant more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more....

2025-08-0747 min

I-80 Club The Slow Motion Car Crash Against Iowa And Matt Rhule's Horrifying Start: 10-6 | Groin Kick ChroniclesJosh Peterson unpacks the start of the top ten down to number six, including his own personal biggest surprise on the entire list. Then, Jack Mitchell joins the pod to discuss the brutal losses and memories of these five games.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want access to the final five games right now? Subscribe to the I-80 Club on Patreon and listen to games 5-1 immediately! patreon.com/i80clubWant more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much...

2025-07-3140 min

I-80 Club Mike Riley's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad 2015 Season. Plus, Iowa And Wisconsin Heartbreak: 20-11 | Groin Kick ChroniclesDISCLAIMER: There was an audio issue that shows up in the back half of the podcast where there's a bit of a drop in sound quality. We apologize.We've reached the top 20 inside the Groin Kick Era of Husker football and things are getting absolutely terrible. Josh runs down games ranked 20-11, including a run of losses from Mike Riley's first season, some brutal losses inside the Big Ten West, and more. Then, Jack joins to dive in a bit deeper and discuss how miserable things have been. And there are still ten games left!...

2025-07-241h 01

The BMK Vision Podcast #6 – Don’t Be That Guy - MSP Project Management Playbook (Louis Bagdonas) & (Ryan Alter)Learn the repeatable habits that make MSP projects profitable—without burning out your team. Josh Peterson is joined by Ryan and Lewis from Mula to unpack timelines, templates, change orders, and how to keep margin intact from quote to close. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Louis — project management lead at Mula (MSP project platform) — joins Josh Peterson and Ryan to demystify project delivery for MSPs. You’ll hear why “set a real end date” is more than a mantra, how to balance fixed-fee vs. T&M, and the...

2025-07-2451 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #5 – Don’t Be That Guy - ConnectWise Setup Mistakes & Fixes (Ryan Alter)If your ConnectWise feels complex but your data still stinks, this one’s for you. Josh Peterson and guest Ryan Alter break down the most common setup mistakes that quietly wreck reporting, billing accuracy, and profitability—and exactly how to fix them fast. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog Featuring Ryan Alter, CEO of SilverStream AV (https://www.silverstreamav.com). This episode turns “you’re ConnectWising wrong” into a practical checklist for cleaner data and higher margins. Josh and Ryan walk through BMK-tested standards that...

2025-07-2444 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #4 – Don’t Be That Guy - MSP Time Tracking - Stop Telling Techs (Ryan Alter)Time-entry isn’t a tech problem—it’s a leadership and systems problem. In this episode, Josh Peterson and guest Ryan Alter unpack a practical playbook for fixing time entry, tightening dispatch, and turning cleaner data into higher margins. If you run an MSP, you’ll learn exactly what to implement this week to improve utilization, AGP, and client experience. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog This conversation reframes “enter your time” from nagging to management, outlining how cadence, clear standards, and dispatch ownership drive real change...

2025-07-2452 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #3 – Don’t Be That Guy - MSP Dispatch That Actually Works (Ryan Alter)Time-entry isn’t a tech problem—it’s a leadership and systems problem. In this episode, Josh Peterson and guest Ryan Alter unpack a practical playbook for fixing time entry, tightening dispatch, and turning cleaner data into higher margins. If you run an MSP, you’ll learn exactly what to implement this week to improve utilization, AGP, and client experience. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog This conversation reframes “enter your time” from nagging to management, outlining how cadence, clear standards, and dispatch ownership drive real change...

2025-07-2459 min

The BMK Vision Podcast #2 – Don’t Be That Guy - You Suck at Managed Services - Fix It! (Ryan Alter)Most MSPs aren’t failing the tech—they’re leaking profit on the math. In this candid convo, Josh Peterson and guest Ryan (former MSP owner in Missoula, MT) break down the two numbers that decide whether your agreements win or wipe out: AGP and EHR. If you lead a service team or price agreements, this one will sharpen your margins fast. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog In this “Don’t Be That Guy” session, Josh Peterson sits down with Ryan, a former MSP owner who...

2025-07-2455 min

I-80 Club The Frost and Riley Eras Come To A Close, Four More Blowouts, And The First Of Eight OT Losses: 30-21 | Groin Kick ChroniclesKicking off the podcast as he does every week, Josh Peterson goes through games ranked 30-21 before welcoming Jack Mitchell in to go a bit deeper on each loss. Jack is blown away one of his top ten games is only ranked 24th, the Scott Frost and Mike Riley eras come to a close, the final blowouts appear, and the first of eight OT losses finally shows up. Pain, thy name is Husker football.Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.

2025-07-171h 02

The BMK Vision Podcast #1 – Don’t Be That Guy - Managed Services Sucks - Here’s Why (Ryan Alter)In this kickoff episode of the Bering McKinley Vision Podcast, host Josh Peterson, CEO of https://beringmckinley.com, sits down with Ryan Alter, a former MSP owner who successfully exited after running a contrarian, hourly-based model. Together, they unpack why the business of managed services often underperforms—and what MSP owners can do to fix it. ✅ Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and share your biggest takeaway below. For more MSP resources and expert consulting, visit https://beringmckinley.com/bering-mckinley-podcast-blog https://beringmckinley.com With two decades of consulting experience across 5,000 MSPs, Josh shares hard-won insights into...

2025-07-1656 min

I-80 Club What Can We Learn From Matt Rhule's Third Seasons At Temple And Baylor? | I-80 Football ShowJosh Peterson unveils the all new I-80 Football Show, a brand new podcast from the I-80 Club coming this season. Consider this the soft launch of what's to come, with regular episodes appearing each Thursday of the season starting on August 21st.On today's episode, Josh continues his look at Matt Rhule, year three at Nebraska, and what to expect, but with a twist; he looks back at the third seasons for Matt Rhule's squads at Temple and Baylor. First, John DiCarlo of OwlScoop.com joins the podcast (5:00) to discuss Rhule's early years at Temple...

2025-07-141h 16

I-80 Club Iowa's Bloodbath Win And Oklahoma Is Victorious: 40-31 | Groin Kick ChroniclesJosh goes through games 40-31 before he dives in a bit deeper with Jack. Ohio State, Oklahoma, and Iowa all show up multiple times; what is it about those games that caused them to end up in this spot? Plus, what do they remember about each of the ten all these years later?Watch the second half of the episode on the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were...

2025-07-1049 min

I-80 Club Iowa's Era Of Dominance Begins And Ohio State Rolls: 50-T40 | Groin Kick ChroniclesOn this episode of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Josh goes through the ten games that are in this batch before welcoming Jack onto the pod to dive deeper. They discuss the two Iowa games to show up on the list, Ohio State's blowout wins, and potential comebacks that are thwarted.Watch the second half of the episode on the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the...

2025-07-0348 min

I-80 Club Mike'l Severe and Josh Peterson's 2019 Interview With Jack Mitchell | Jack Mitchell Podcast (Preview)This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!We're going back into the VAULT! In this episode, Mike'l Severe and Josh Peterson join Jack Mitchell for an early podcast in the first season run of the Jack Mitchell Podcast. It's a wide-ranging conversation, featuring stories from Mike'l's career, what led him to Omaha, and his first run at 1620 the Zone.Music: Ian Aeillo...

2025-06-2932 min

I-80 Club The Mike Riley/Shawn Eichorst Era Comes To A Close: 60-51 | Groin Kick ChroniclesJosh Peterson runs down the losses from 60-51 before he welcomes Jack Mitchell to the podcast to dive into the games. It features the memorable end to the Mike Riley/Shawn Eichorst era, Minnesota beating Nebraska in a myriad of ways, and Jonathan Taylor bookending his career against Nebraska with a couple 200+ yard rushing days.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory...

2025-06-2649 min

Steak Dinner Podcast Order No.6: Financial First Aid: How to Stop the Bleed After SeparationBreakups suck — but going broke after one sucks more.In this episode of the Steak Dinner Podcast, Josh and Kieran tackle financial first aid for separated dads: how to stop emotional spending, understand your debts, create a simple budget, and avoid the most common mistakes blokes make in the chaos of separation.We cover:What to do immediately when you move outJoint accounts, credit cards, and the “fun dad” trapHow to survive rent + mortgage pressureCSA vs private child support: what it covers, and what it doesn’...

2025-06-2136 min

I-80 Club Ranking The "Most Palatable" Losses Of The Last Decade: 70-61 | Groin Kick ChroniclesJosh Peterson gives a list of the "most palatable" losses of the last decade before discussing each of the bottom ten with Jack Mitchell. Why were there so many Illinois and Ohio State games in this episode? How big of a surprise was it seeing that game at number 69? Or 66? They dive into it all with a tease to the next batch of games.Watch the second part of the episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so...

2025-06-1942 min

I-80 Club Welcome to the Groin Kick Chronicles: A Mathematical Ranking of Nebraska's 70 Losses In The Groin Kick EraWelcome to the Groin Kick Chronicles, a mathematical ranking of Nebraska’s last 70 losses, from the 2014 Holiday Bowl against USC all the way to the 2024 loss in Iowa City vs. the Hawkeyes!Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell introduce their project and discuss why they decided to undertake such an idea, what the purpose of this is, and how they went about ranking the last 70 losses for Husker football.Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for breakdowns of all seven categories, highlights, and more.Watch the second part of...

2025-06-1927 min

I-80 Club Josh Peterson and Mike Schaefer Join The First Ever Jack Mitchell Podcast!It's the first ever episode of the Jack Mitchell Podcast! As a special bonus episode, here's Jack's conversation with Josh + friend of the I-80 Club Mike Schaefer that was recorded in 2019. Jack welcomes them to the pod to talk about their somewhat unlikely friendship that had developed, discuss being a fan and a media member, talk about how their public personas differ from their private ones, and play a round of Truth or Card!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t fo...

2025-06-141h 31

Chasing Three Hours 100. 2025 Boston Marathon Recap (Feat. Tim Peterson)On the final regular episode of Chasing Three Hours, Josh’s dad Tim Peterson joined the pod to discuss the 2025 Boston Marathon, including:* Did Josh believe he’d be at the 2025 Boston Marathon when he first put out a goal of chasing three hours? (4:31)* Josh’s training going sideways so early on in his training block (8:42)* How much of the mental side of training is tied to good results? (15:34)* Getting to the starting corral and what Josh was saying to himself as the race got closer (29:49)* The early miles of the...

2025-04-261h 22

I-80 Club Free Agency Is Here! | National Fun LeagueJosh Peterson and Mike Schaefer are back for the first NFL pod since the Super Bowl to discuss all sorts of topics, including:Would Schaef be ok with Aaron Rodgers in Minnesota? SPOILER ALERT: No.Sam Darnold going to Seattle, which means it's full steam ahead for the JJ McCarthy era in Minnesota.What non-QB moves have been made that will be most impactful to the 2025 season?Who has gotten better, who has gotten worse?Have the Cowboys done anything to make Josh happy?Plus, why are Josh and Schaef "drug dealers of sadness?" All that and...

2025-03-1254 min

I-80 Club Eagles Roll Past Chiefs To Win Second Super Bowl Since 2017 | National Fun LeagueNot even 12 hours after the end of the 2024 NFL season, Josh Peterson and Mike Schaefer are back to look back on what happened in New Orleans between the Eagles and Chiefs. Did the Eagles dominance come out of nowhere? How were they able to run away and hide like they did? Should KC have run the ball more? They unpack it all from Super Bowl LIX.Later in the pod, they discuss players they expect to retire and the future of Aaron Rodgers.Josh finishes with some thoughts on his excitement level for the NFL...

2025-02-1046 min

I-80 Club The Chiefs Are Inevitable! The Eagles Blow Out The Commanders! | National Fun LeagueThe Super Bowl is set and Josh Peterson and Mike Schaefer recap what happened to get to this point. The Bills/Chiefs game was excellent once again and the Chiefs were able to make the plays when it mattered the most. Are they more inevitable now than the Patriots were throughout their run? How do the Bills recover from this?They also discuss Philadelphia's dominating win over Washington and why the game was so often out of reach for the Commanders.They finish the pod with Josh's thoughts on the new Cowboys coach. Is there...

2025-01-2745 min

I-80 Club The NFC And AFC Championship Games Are Set! | National Fun LeagueJosh Peterson and Mike Schaefer recap the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs!How was Washington able to perform like they did against Detroit?Can a rookie QB really go into Philadelphia and pick up another win?Bills/Ravens was everything we wanted and now sets up another matchup vs. the Chiefs.Patrick Mahomes and the belief he'll get it done no matter what.And more!For more content like this, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: http://www.patreon.com/i80club. Support Mike Schaefer by subscribing to Husker247: https://247sp...

2025-01-2044 min

I-80 Club The Lions Roll The Vikings... Is All Confidence Lost? | National Fun LeagueJosh Peterson and Mike Schaefer do their best to recap an odd week 18 and discuss why it felt like a preseason week of football yet still changed the way playoff teams are viewed.Then, they dive into what people came to the pod for: The Lions dominating win over the Vikings. How is Schaef feeling about Sam Darnold? What does it mean for round one? Can this group still go on a run?They finish the pod by taking a look at round one of the playoffs and finding teams not named the Lions or...

2025-01-0647 min

Chasing Three Hours 83. Luke PetersonOn this episode, Luke Peterson joined Josh to discuss:* Why he started running after so many years of avoiding it (6:02)* Running gear being a great entry point into the sport (8:52)* A switch flipping with his running (19:12)* Running a half marathon with his dad, and former guest of the pod, Tim Peterson (24:32)* Where he hopes his running journey goes next (38:33)* Advice to new runners (49:24)* What he’s currently chasing (50:52)And a whole lot more!Thanks to Fleet Feet Omaha for being the ti...

2024-12-2752 min

I-80 Club Dirk Chatelain On What's Holding Nebraska Football Back, The Ceiling, And More | I-80 Plus OneOld friend Dirk Chatelain joins Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson to discuss Husker football following another disappointing season:What is holding the program back?Do people care too much or is that a convenient excuse?Is there a way out?And so much more.Plus, Scott Frost to UCF, Bill Belichick to UNC, and Husker hoops!Watch this episode on YouTube!To hear more content like this, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to su...

2024-12-131h 06

I-80 Club What Happens Now? | Wednesday Night IN DA CLUBJack Mitchell and Josh Peterson get back together for the first time since their Saturday recap pod to discuss the latest news on Husker football, including:What's next on the defensive side of the ball now that Tony White is gone. Who is the next DC?Isn't it wild how people aren't as happy with something we expected in August?What's going on with the offensive staff?Is Heinrich Haarberg's future at Nebraska and if so, what position? Should we be worried about Dylan Raiola leaving?And so much more. Watch this episode on YouTube!

2024-12-061h 11

I-80 Club Nebraska Blows Ten Point Lead vs. Iowa; Finishes Regular Season 6-6 | Saturday Morning Coffee ShowHours after another heartbreaking loss, Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson turn on the mics to break it all down. They discuss the performance by the defense and how they allowed Nebraska to stay in the game until the very end. They discuss the poor play of the offense and all the missed chances. Plus... the special teams. Oh, the special teams.Did this change the vibes going into the offseason? All that and more.Watch this episode on YouTube!To hear more content like this, and get it ad free, become a Patron...

2024-11-301h 02

I-80 Club Can Nebraska Beat Another Rival For The Second Week In A Row? | Black Friday Pregame Spectacular (Preview)Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell are back for one final (regular season) game day preview of a Nebraska game and it's ahead of the Iowa game. Six days after beating Wisconsin, how do they feel about this matchup? Can the offense do well vs. the Iowa defense? Can they slow down the Iowa run game? And what would a win to move to 7-5 mean vs. falling to 6-6?Plus, Josh has some intel on what's next for Nebraska at OC, potential bowl matchups, and more!To hear this entire episode, get podcasts ad free...

2024-11-2905 min

I-80 Club Nebraska Is Going Bowling After Beating Wisconsin 44-25! | I-80 After DarkJosh Peterson and Jack Mitchell get together after a long-awaited result on the gridiron... Nebraska winning a game to get them bowl eligible. They break it down from many angles, including:How has the offense been able to improve this much in such a short amount of time?Why is it so different?What's going on with the defense?The students stormed the field for the second time this season... how's that landing?All that and more!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this, and get it ad free, become a...

2024-11-241h 39

I-80 Club Is Nebraska/Wisconsin The Biggest Game Of Matt Rhule's Coaching Career? | Saturday Morning Coffee Show (Preview)Fresh off Nebrasketball's big win over Creighton, Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson return to the podcast to pick up the pieces from the win and discuss how much fun they had watching the game. They then turn their attention to Nebraska football ahead of the massive game vs. Wisconsin: Is this the biggest game of Rhule's coaching career? They discuss how different things are right now, what it means for offseason vibes, and if this is something the program can recover from.Plus, the Saturday Flight and more ahead of another Saturday of CFB!

2024-11-2304 min

I-80 Club Who Is The Second Best Team In The NFC? | National Fun League Week 10Josh Peterson and Mike Schaefer reconvene after (most of) Week 10 in the NFL to discuss a wide variety of topics around the league, including:Another horrific Cowboys loss and why this year has gone to hell.The Vikings win over the Jaguars and why Schaef still thinks they're the second-best team in the NFC.Who are the other contenders for that spot?Chiefs/Bills in Week 11.Do we buy into the Chiefs?And more!Watch this episode on YouTube!For more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today...

2024-11-1147 min

I-80 Club Each Loss Is More Dispiriting Than The Last | I-80 After DarkJosh Peterson and Jack Mitchell reconvene after another brutal Nebraska loss to discuss the state of the program, where things are going, and what discussions need to be had. They discuss topics including:Nebraska fell to UCLA 27-20 but it really wasn't that close. What surprised them the most in the ninth game of the season?Is progress being made?What the hell has happened to Dylan Raiola?Did Matt Rhule try to build Nebraska the wrong way?What do we think happens with the staff moving forward?Is 2024 salvageable? And so, so much more....

2024-11-031h 37

I-80 Club Is Today the Day Nebraska Goes Bowling? | Saturday Morning Coffee Show (Preview)Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson reconvene hours before Nebraska's ninth game of the season to dive into all the possibilities. Is this finally the day they get it done? What would it look like for Nebraska to get a victory? And what would have to happen for the Huskers to leave with another L?They also discuss the offensive woes in October, why they're so high on the defense in this matchup, and preview the day overall with the Saturday Flight!This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod...

2024-11-0205 min

I-80 Club Nebraska Falls To Ohio State... What's Next? | I-80 After DarkNebraska had their toughest loss of the season vs. Ohio State but not all seemed lost as Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell broke the game down. They comb through the moments where Nebraska played well and the moments they wish Nebraska could have back on the long ride to the four-point loss, including:The defense showing themselves to have an elite ceiling once again.The kicking game finding something to build off of.The run game having some success but still missing something.Dylan Raiola, missing throws, and if the offense trusts him.They discuss Satterfield's play...

2024-10-271h 36

I-80 Club Indiana Beat Nebraska 56-7 and No One Saw It Coming | I-80 After DarkJosh Peterson and Jack Mitchell were stunned by Nebraska's 49-point loss to Indiana and work their way through all the takeaways from the performance and what it means for things to come. What's happened to the defense? Is this who they are now? And how was Indiana so easily able to expose them? They dive into the issues on offense and if there are any fixes to come over the final five games. Could they lose out? What would it mean if they do?Which coaches are on the hot seat?Josh also asks if this will...

2024-10-201h 34

I-80 Club Indiana Is 6-0! How? Kyle Robbins On Coach Cigs and the Matchup vs. Nebraska | I-80 Club Plus OneKyle Robbins joins Josh Peterson to discuss the 6-0 Indiana Hoosiers ahead of the massive game vs. Nebraska on Saturday. Kyle talks about the hiring of Curt Cignetti, how the roster has gotten to this point already, and Kurtis Rourke being surrounded by so much talent on offense. They also dive into the Indiana defense and if cracks showed vs. Northwestern.Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/c/i80club. And don’t for...

2024-10-1747 min

I-80 Club Andy "Dirt" Johnson On the Massive Oregon/Ohio State Game + How the Ducks Win | Plus OneAndy "Dirt" Johnson from 1080 the Fan in Portland, Oregon sits down with Josh Peterson to preview the huge game on the west coast from multiple angles. Where do the Ducks have the advantage? What questions still need to be answered? Plus, could this be the best atmosphere ever at Autzen Stadium?They also discuss Dan Lanning vs. Ryan Day, the QBs, and so much more. Not yet a paid subscriber to the I-80 Club? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month...

2024-10-1142 min

I-80 Club Max Olson of ESPN.com On Why Nebraska Is Set Up For Success + the 2024 CFB Season | Plus OneMax Olson of ESPN.com joined Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell in the latest Plus One episode! They start by discussing his career and what's led him back to ESPN.com. After that, they discuss Nebraska's 4-1 start and why coaches Max has spoken with think Nebraska is set up for success moving forward. Plus, the odd situation at UNLV, Coach Cigs at Indiana, takeaways from Bama's win over Georgia, and so much more!Watch this episode on YouTube!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast...

2024-10-0349 min

I-80 Club Ryan Nanni On Who Killed College Football and the Current State of the Sport | I-80 Club Plus OneRyan Nanni of Who Killed College Football and the Shutdown Fullcast joins Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell to dive into his new project with Steven Godfrey: Who Killed College Football? They discuss what led to putting together this podcast series, how small changes led to massive overhaul in the sport, and if discussions like this are healthy.Watch this episode on YouTube!Subscribe to WKCFB: https://wkcfb.substack.com/ Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a...

2024-10-0142 min

I-80 Club Are the Vikings the Best Team in the NFC? Plus, Why Josh Thinks the Cowboys Are Boring | National Fun LeagueAfter a win over his most-hated rival, Mike Schaefer's Vikings are 4-0 and playing like one of the best teams in the league. He joins Josh Peterson to dive into another great performance by Sam Darnold and discuss how so many people were wrong about his team. Plus, how they stack up against the rest of the NFC, including the surprising Washington Commanders.Josh finds the 2024 Cowboys boring. Why? And is there a fix for things moving forward?Schaef finishes the pod with a rant about sports betting and the so-called experts.Support...

2024-09-3048 min

I-80 Club Dissecting The Good And Bad From Nebraska's 28-10 Win Over Purdue | I-80 Club After DarkNebraska beat Purdue 28-10 and moved to 4-1 on the season. Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson unpack the game and find reasons for frustration and reasons for optimism. Did the Cornhuskers find something with the run game in the second half? What about Nebraska's Blackshirts after two straight bad performances? Plus, they rip into another poor special teams play and try to figure out what it all means for the next two games.Watch the episode on YouTube and subscribe to our channel!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and...

2024-09-291h 32

I-80 Club WTF Is Happening With Nebraska's Special Teams (And Offense?) | I-80 At The HalfJosh Peterson and Ravi Lulla discuss the 0-0 first half between Nebraska and Purdue. What's up with the running game? Why are special teams so bad? And what does it mean for things moving forward?Don't forget to join us tonight for I-80 Club After Dark! Subscribe to our YouTube channel while you're there!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the...

2024-09-2820 min

I-80 Club Nebraska Falls to Illinois... What Happens Now? | Saturday Morning Coffee ShowAfter a 31-24 OT loss to Illinois, Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell got together to discuss it all, bit by bit.Who is most to blame?How concerning was that defensive performance?Was the third and three playcall a good one?Special teams... yikes!Plus, what it means for the next three games, if you'd sign on the dotted line if offered 2-1, and so much more.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today...

2024-09-211h 29

I-80 Club The Cowboys Suck! The Vikings... Don't?! | National Fun LeagueJosh Peterson welcomes Mike Schaefer of Husker247 to recap week 2 in the NFL! The Vikings beat the 49ers and Schaef is riding high. Are they a good team? What's their place in the NFC? Speaking of the NFC, it seems incredibly wide open and the guys discuss who has surprised them to this point in the year. Plus, Josh recaps another brutal loss for the Cowboys before they finish with some thoughts on another wild Chiefs win over the Bengals.Watch this week's episode on YouTube and subscribe to our page!Did you enjoy the e...

2024-09-1644 min

I-80 Club Brett Kane of Altitude Sports on Nebraska/Colorado + Year Two of Deion | I-80 Club Plus OneBrett Kane of Altitude Sports 92.5 joins Josh Peterson to dive into the big matchup in Lincoln between Nebraska and Colorado. They discuss the Buffs stars, year two under Deion, and where he sees things going with the program.Watch on YouTube!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80...

2024-09-0537 min

I-80 Club NEBRASKA IS 1-0 AND WE'RE GIDDY! | I-80 Club After DarkThe vibes are good as Nebraska moves to 1-0 for the first time since 2019. Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell recap Nebraska's win over UTEP and try not to smile for 90 straight minutes. Dylan Raiola. Isaiah Neyor. Jahmal Banks. Carter Nelson. Big Ass Ty. On and on they go. Plus, plenty on the upcoming Colorado game, why this is finally time for things to change, and so much more!Did you enjoy the episode? To hear more content like this and support an independent podcast, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80...

2024-09-011h 33

Chasing Three Hours 23. Tim Peterson (Part 2)Welcome to Chasing Three Hours, a podcast about what runners are chasing, why they keep pushing themselves, and what keeps them curious! On this episode of the podcast, live from the Good Life Halfsy expo, Tim Peterson returned to the podcast to talk about:Goals with running as the calendar flipped to 2019 (7:50)Did he feel like he missed out on running as much as some did in 2020? (12:38)Running as a St. Jude Hero for close to a decade (28:35)Health issues at the end of 2020 keeping him off the trail (38:14)Why turning 58 is so important to him (45:07)His favorite...

2023-11-1054 min

I-80 Club National Fun League: Week 3Josh Peterson and Mike Schaefer start their new NFL pod: National Fun League! And they do so following two of the dumbest losses their teams have had (this season). They discuss those, dive into other takeaways from week 3, plus get a rant from Schaef about celebrity. Finally, they finish with reasons why they hate their favorite team more.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80...

2023-09-2550 min

Chasing Three Hours 14. Tim Peterson (Part 1)Welcome to Chasing Three Hours, a podcast about what runners are chasing, why they keep pushing themselves, and what keeps them curious! On this episode of the podcast, Tim Peterson joined Josh to discuss:Josh’s early memories of his dad running (6:32)Running a charity 5k in 2012 and it sending him down the path of running (13:13)Why run his first half marathon in southern Missouri? (20:24)When does the marathon enter the picture? (26:24)Going all in on being a marathoner (43:19)Running the New York Marathon (1:02:04)Getting diagnosed with cancer in 2016 (1:04:26)Still getting four marathons in during 2016 (1:19:51)The process for get...

2023-09-081h 52

Chasing Three Hours TrailerJosh Peterson introduces Chasing Three Hours.The first episode of the podcast drops on Friday, June 9th!Music: Ian AeilloCover art: Marissa Barton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Get full access to Chasing Three Hours at joshtweeterson.substack.com/subscribe

2023-06-0501 min

I-80 Club I-80 Club ExplainerJack Mitchell and Josh Peterson unveil their the I-80 Club with a preview of what's to come!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2022-07-1420 min