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IT in the D is your insider look at the tech scene in Detroit. Started in 2007 as a meetup group in Metro Detroit for IT professionals, the IT in the D podcast was born in 2013 as an extension of those conversations. Host Bob Waltenspiel and co-host and producer Randy Walker are IT industry veterans, but IT in the D is intentionally more conversational and less instructional. Each weekly show has ... more

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This week, Matt Spivey returns (solo this time). He’s now CIO of Lakeview Veterinary Group and executive director of CIOs Against Cancer, Michigan chapter. He shares what it’s like to bring order to a business that grows by acquiring dozens of indepe... more

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This week, the CTO of Oakland County, Michigan, Jonathon Baugh, joins us to talk about what it’s like working in tech for local government. First, he explains the difference between his role—CTO—and the role of his boss, the CIO. Then, he tells us ab... more

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This week’s guest is Shalece Daniels, the founder of Edge to Ease. She developed a Nervous System Reset Kit for managing stress and improving your mood. It can help with shares strategies for managing pressure, stress, burnout, decision-making, and n... more

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In this episode, we sit down with Maria Haight, Global Information Security Officer at Joyson Safety Systems, to talk about security, governance, and AI. Maria shares her path in tech, and discusses the difficult shift from hands-on technologist to s... more

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Matt Spivey
CIO of Lakeview Veterinary Group and executive director of CIOs Against Cancer, Michigan chapter
Lakeview Veterinary Group
Episode: Matt Spivey on Integrating Acquisitions, AI in Vet Clinics, and CIOs Against Cancer – IT in the D 568
Jonathon Baugh
Chief technology officer of Oakland County
Oakland County
Episode: Jonathon Baugh of Oakland County on County Government IT – IT in the D 567
Shalece Daniels
Detroit entrepreneur and founder of Edge to Ease
Edge to Ease
Episode: Shalece Daniels of Edge to Ease on 90-Second Destressing – IT in the D 566
Maria Haight
Global Information Security Officer at Joyson Safety Systems
Joyson Safety Systems
Episode: Maria Haight of Joyson Safety Systems on Surviving the Vendor Barrage – IT in the D 565
Alec Bantel
Founder of Attico/Actiqo, a startup focused on family activity coordination
Attico/Actiqo
Episode: Alec Bantel on His App for Coordinating Family Activities – IT in the D 564
J Chris Newberg
Comedian and writer with TV credits
Independent/Various TV projects
Episode: J Chris Newberg’s Upcoming Comedy Show – IT in the D 563
Matt Busch
Artist, illustrator, Star Wars and Stranger Things contributor, filmmaker, professor, entrepreneur
Independent artist / Star Wars licensee
Episode: Matt Busch, Visual Storyteller – IT in the D 562
Jackie Lutz
Content director of the Auto Care Association of Michigan; host of Auto Care ON AIR and Carpool Conversations
Auto Care Association of Michigan
Episode: Jackie Lutz of Auto Care Association on Right to Repair – IT in the D 561
Eddie Eadeh
Owner, E&E Tech a small business IT provider
E&E Tech
Episode: Eddie Eadeh of E&E Tech on Small Business IT – IT in the D 560

Hosts

Bob Waltenspiel
IT industry veteran and technology sales professional.
Randy Walker
IT industry veteran, co-host and producer.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Hell ya, Bob and Dave!

    Great show! Great doods! 🖤

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    5
    Alove1313
    United States8 years ago
  • Nerd Not from Detroit

    Great Podcast and will be a listener forever but I will fast forward through the intro, it’s too long.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CisforCisco
    United States8 years ago
  • Mattyg

    5 out of 5 listeners found this review helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hdMattG
    United States9 years ago
  • ~ Thought you Sucked, until I gave you a chance <3

    ~ I wrote this podcast off before I ever listened to them; I was put off by the long theme song, until I listened to it w/ an open mind & pure heart. Now I love the show from nose to toes. They have vary listenable voices & the life experience to back up what they discuss. I actually feel smarter after I listen. It's knowledgeable & funny ~ quite the tight rope to walk.

    I'll never miss a new episode & I'm listening to old ones when I have the free time - I'm even planning on going to a meet up... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Francis J Fox
    United States9 years ago
  • Great guys, great show

    Bob, Dave and Nuri are doing great work building the Detroit IT scene. Definitely check it out

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMZane
    United States10 years ago

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Reviews describe the content as informative and varied, with useful perspectives on Detroit businesses, IT and local events.
Listeners value the hosts' humor, natural chemistry and ability to make technology conversations entertaining.

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Matt Spivey on Integrating Acquisitions, AI in Vet Clinics, and CIOs Against Cancer – IT in the D 568
Q: Where is AI being used in veterinary clinics?
Spivey says the group uses AI to assess marketing calls and improve client acquisition, and uses transcription tools to capture clinical notes in the appropriate fields. AI can also prompt staff about preventive care such as flea and tick treatments or rabies vaccinations. He notes that clients may need to be informed or give consent to recording, depending on state law.
Matt Spivey on Integrating Acquisitions, AI in Vet Clinics, and CIOs Against Cancer – IT in the D 568
Q: What did you walk into when you became CIO at the veterinary group?
Spivey says the company grew by acquiring independent veterinary clinics, many with outdated technology and no standardization. He began with a vulnerability assessment, then established baseline cybersecurity and infrastructure requirements while allowing clinics to retain their practice-management systems.
Jonathon Baugh of Oakland County on County Government IT – IT in the D 567
Q: What has surprised you yet?
Baugh says he has been surprised by government's reluctance to rock the boat. He attributes that caution to the risk that changing systems could interrupt required services.
Jonathon Baugh of Oakland County on County Government IT – IT in the D 567
Q: What's the biggest use case?
Baugh says AI can help government staff review and understand lengthy federal and state documents more quickly, while also supporting service delivery without increasing revenue.
Shalece Daniels of Edge to Ease on 90-Second Destressing – IT in the D 566
Q: Is it just to calm reset? Like when you say making better decisions, is it just that now that I'm focused, now that I'm in tune, like, what is the...
Daniels says many people make better decisions when their minds are clear and focused, because calming the nervous system can reduce mental fog and help them concentrate.

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What is IT in the D about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations connect Detroit-area technology professionals with the people building, managing and using technology across business, government and local communities. IT veterans Bob Waltenspiel and Randy Walker lead a relaxed, candid discussion with guests that range from CIOs, founders and cybersecurity leaders to artists, comedians and event organizers. Topics often include practical IT operations, AI adoption, cybersecurity, manufacturing, startups and the regional tech economy, alongside conversations about entertainment, careers and everyday life. The emphasis is on business realities and personal experience rather than formal instruction: guests share how they make decisions, handle challenges and bring ideas to market, while ... more

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Recent guests on IT in the D include:

1. Matt Spivey
2. Jonathon Baugh
3. Shalece Daniels
4. Maria Haight
5. Alec Bantel
6. J Chris Newberg
7. Matt Busch
8. Jackie Lutz

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