Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us on this special episode of The Tech Bar! Join your hosts, Super Cousin Danny and Powerhouse Ray, as we welcome Luis Giraldo of Scalepad! This episode is packed with a variety of entertaining segments, from an introduction to Colombian liquor 'aguardiente' to the 'Lightning Round' where Luis shares his love for pancakes, followed by a philosophical reflection on life's priorities inspired by a choice of superpowers. Don't miss the fun 'Bars or Bots' game where participants guess whether lyrics are real or AI-generated. Luis also shares his rich background in music, delving into his career origins and touring with Shakira.

Connect with our guest:

Luis Giraldo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luisgiraldo/

ScalePad: https://www.scalepad.com/

04:55 - Cinco de Mayo Special Introduction

06:34 - Host Introductions: Powerhouse Ray and Super Cousin Danny

07:10 - Comparing Podcast Hosts: The Basement Yard vs The Tech Bar

09:55 - Exploring Colombian Liquor

14:01 - Luis Giraldo's Introduction and Background

17:00 - Mixing Tequila with Unusual Ingredients

19:19 - Cinco de Mayo Toast and Discussions

24:21 - Commercial Break: Hold Music Remix App

27:21 - Game Introduction and Word of the Day

29:22 - Introduction to the Lightning Round

29:33 - Luis Discusses His Favorite Movie The Firm

30:28 - Pancake Discussion: Swedish vs Regular

32:17 - Superhero Powers Discussion

35:23 - Philosophical Reflections on Life and Legacy

40:03 - Dinner with Someone Across Time

45:12 - Favorite Taco Proteins Debate

48:25 - Importance of Travel in Broadening Perspectives

51:16 - Diversity of Latin American Communities in Vancouver

52:44 - Humorous Discussion on the Word Shat

53:25 - Luis Pronounces Shat in a Humorous Manner

53:59 - Jokes Involving Shakira

55:07 - Luis's Preference for Mountains Over Beaches

57:02 - Job Roles and Hypothetical Situations

58:11 - Deep Dive into Finance and Tax Codes

01:00:00 - Luis Giraldo's Music Career Origins

01:03:01 - Luis's Experience with a Rock Band

01:06:14 - Technical Aspects of Musical Equipment

01:08:20 - Microphones, Audio Interfaces, and Audio Quality

01:10:35 - Personal Preferences in Audio Equipment

01:15:11 - Custom Leather Folios Discussion

01:15:25 - Introduction to Bars or Bots Game

01:16:05 - Explaining Bars or Bots Rules

01:17:00 - First Round of Bars or Bots

01:18:04 - Second Lyric Challenge in Bars or Bots

01:19:27 - Continuation of Bars or Bots Game

01:23:28 - Outcome of Bars or Bots Game

01:25:18 - Discussion on Spotify Music and Appreciation

01:26:55 - Upcoming Events Announcement

01:27:39 - Luis Discusses Recent Activities and Future Plans

01:29:38 - Community Impact and Sharing Wisdom in the MSP Space

01:32:06 - Origin and Mission of MSP Confidential Podcast

01:34:39 - Historical Context of the MSP Community

01:36:15 - Closing Remarks and Future Event Teasers

Join us for another epic Ladies Night takeover at The Tech Bar!

This time, our hosts Alexandria Boyd, Logan Luedike and Nikky Sides are joined by special guest Desraie Thomas from Aportio Technologies.

Get ready for hilarious games of Bars or Bots and Wonder Women, epic discussions about Desraie's adventures, and of course, some delicious drinks.

Don't miss out on the fun – mark your calendars for April 18th at 6:30 pm ET!

Connect with our guest:

Desraie Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desraie/

Aportio Technologies: https://www.aportio.com/

Join us this Thursday March 21st for a lucky St. Paddy’s Special on The Tech Bar, featuring David Sohn and Matthew Pincus of Helpt!

Tune in as we take a trip down memory lane, share some pics, and go head-to-head in a fun game of Florida not Florida (St Paddy’s Edition).

Connect with our guests:

David Sohn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsohn3/

Matthew Pincus: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpincus/

Helpt: https://gethelpt.com/

Join us for a special late Valentine's edition of The Tech Bar, featuring our Tech Bar Valentine, Cynthia Schreiner of CyberQP!

Tune in on Thursday, February 22nd at 6:30 pm ET for engaging conversations, refreshing drinks, and a special treat – we'll be sharing adorable pet Valentine cards and playing a love-themed edition of Bars or Bots.

Don't miss out on the fun and laughter!

Connect with our guest:

- Cynthia Schreiner of CyberQP: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-schreiner/

- CyberQP: https://cyberqp.com/

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Our special hosts of the night, Alexandria Boyd and Nikky Sides, are joined by Megan Killion and Logan Luedike for a night of hilarious anecdotes, and some epic games you won't want to miss. This lively episode celebrates women in tech, weaving in empowering personal stories, industry insights, and the importance of ethical marketing and community building. Megan shares her inspiring journey from a homeless single mother to leading a successful agency, while Logan discusses her new role and teases our newest show dedicated to honoring women's impact in the tech channel.

From Star Wars to Skyrim!

Join us Thursday, December 14th at 6:30 pm ET as we open The Tech Bar for our featured guest of the week, Megan Killion of MKC Agency.

We’ll be reminiscing on funny job stories, nerding out on movies and video games plus competing in the special games of the night.

Don't miss out!

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In this lively episode of The Tech Bar, hosts Danny and Alex kick off with a pre-IT Nation Connect and IT Nation Gives party, featuring guests John Harden, Andrea Barrow, and Matt Topper. They discuss the upcoming 5K fun run, the importance of leadership in tech, and the IT Nation Gives initiative with K9s for Warriors, which pairs veterans with shelter dogs. The episode is filled with camaraderie, light-hearted banter, and a shared commitment to community and philanthropy, all while enjoying a variety of beverages, from bourbon to mango wheat beer.

A spicy episode of The Tech Bar filled with laughs, great drinks, and even chicken wings with Trevor Thomas, the VP of Sales for ZenContract. Plus, we’re joined by special guest host Alex Boyd of OITVOIP! The gang unpacks trade show experiences, the challenges of setting up booths, and even some explosive stories about dogs and glow sticks. The crew share their love for Star Wars and even quiz each other on lightsaber trivia. Trevor talks about his past as a sponsored breakdancer and his time at Burning Man.

Events take a fiery turn when Trevor challenges Ray and Alex to taste "Spontaneous Combustion," a hot sauce with a Scoville rating of 500,000!!

And last but not least, we get new installments of fan favorites "Bars or Bots" and "Florida or Not Florida.”

Connect with our guest:

Trevor Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-thomas-yyc/

ZenContract: https://www.zencontract.com/

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