IT Sucks Podcast

Burgess Technology Services

IT Sucks, but it doesn't have to! The tech experts from Burgess Technology Services share their wisdom on technology issues, especially related to business technology.

  1. 11/12/2025

    Maggie Cano & Anthony Terrano on 40 Years of BTS

    Tamara sat down with BTS Account Managers Maggie Cano & Anthony Terrano to talk about the 40 Year milestone of Burgess Technology Services providing IT Support to Maine businesses. As former techs and network enginners for BTS, they bring their unique perspective to the topic.  Want to hear more? Listen to the recent podcast episode with owners Mike Dorr & Matt Rice.  Or check out our former individual episodes with Maggie and Anthony.    For more info on the company itself, visit www.BTSMaine.com or email info@BTSMaine.com

    26 min

  2. 09/04/2025

    BTS: Celebrating 40 Years as Maine IT Leader

    Tamara interviews owners Mike Dorr and Matt Rice about Burgess Technology Services reaching the 40 year milestone. They discuss changes in business technology over those decades as well as how the business has evolved to meet client's ever-changing needs.  Larges changes include cloud computing, hardware and now, Artificial Intelligence. See referenced links to Blog and Podcast topics below.    BTS Blogs and Services: 40 Years of Evolving in IT Support and Expertise - Burgess Technology Services Burgess Technology Blog Archives - Burgess Technology Services IT Security Suite - Burgess Technology Services Security Awareness Training | IT Support Services BTS Maine   IT Sucks Podcast: 35th Anniversary Episode! IT Sucks Podcast: How the Pandemic Changed How Business is Done Find episodes on business technology services, issues and tools and more, as well as interviews with referenced staff members Maggie Cano and Anthony Terrano, at www.itsuckspodcast.com For more information, visit www.BTSMaine.com or call 207-443-9554.

    36 min

  3. 10/18/2022

    Staff Spotlight: Micah Simmler

    Tamara chats with Network Engineer Micah Simmler about his time with Burgess, tech-related hobbies, and what he'd like to see for the future of technology. Micah celebrates 10 Years with Team BTS in November of this year. Find additional episodes at IT Sucks Podcast.com. Learn more about Burgess Technology Services at BTSMaine.com.

    19 min

  4. 12/30/2021

    Tech Tools for Non-Profits

    Mike and Matt share insights with regard to tools and discounts available to non-profits, (Microsoft, HP, Lenovo, Dell, Tech Soup, Quickbooks and others) and a few of our favorite non-profits share their tech wish lists and how our listeners can help!  For more information, visit: www.btsmaine.com www.bathymca.org www.bathfoodbank.org www.bbbsbathbrunswick.org www.midcoastyouth.org

    11 min

  5. 11/30/2021

    Hunting Technology

    Matt and Tamara talk about Hunting Technology. Technology changes: https://community.legendarywhitetails.com/blog/3-technological-advances-that-changed-hunting-forever/ SpyPoint Cell Adapter: https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/spypoint-cell-link-universal-cellular-adapter Outdoor Hub – Deer Hunting Tech: https://www.outdoorhub.com/deer-hunting-technology/ Quiver App: https://www.quiverapp.co/ GhostStop: https://www.ghoststop.com/rem-pod-with-temp/ ANT scope: https://www.atncorp.com/smart-hd-weapon-sight Hunt Stamp App: https://huntstand.com/ Trail Cams: https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/best-trail-cameras Hunting GPS: https://outdoorwilds.com/best-hunting-gps-under-200/ Deer on the trail cam. (referenced by Matt)  For more information on Burgess Technology Services and Maine Business IT Support, visit www.btsmaine.com or email podcast@btsmaine.com

    18 min

  6. 10/28/2021

    Dr. Frank Appunn on Cybersecurity

    Dr. Frank Appunn, Professor of Information Technology Management speaks to BTS about the evolution of Cybersecurity, relevant degree programs at Thomas College in Waterville, and the vast career opportunities in the field.  For more information on topics referenced:  www.thomas.edu www.btsmaine.com Security Awareness Training: https://www.burgesstechnologyservices.com/business-it-support-services/security-awareness-training FireEye Breach: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-fireeye-cyber-idUSKBN28I31E Huawei: https://www.forbes.com/sites/georgecalhoun/2021/09/27/the-huawei-hostage-crisis-is-not-over-it-has-escalated/?sh=537cd2af3e9f

    39 min

  7. 10/19/2021

    IT Security Suite by BTS

    To mark Cyber Security Awarness Month, Mike and Matt explain the tools of Burgess Technology Services IT Security Suite, how they work in practical terms, and how they benefit our clients' network security.  This includes not only standard network security, but specific protections and monitoring reports required in highly regulated industries, such as financial, medical and municipal.  For more information on how these tools can help your secure your business, email podcast@btsmaine.com or visit https://www.burgesstechnologyservices.com/business-it-support-services/bts-it-security-suite/ For previous episodes, visit www.itsuckspodcast.com

    30 min

  8. 09/30/2021

    Staff Spotlight: Ben Weston

    Tamara chats with BTS engineer Ben Weston, who shares about a day in the life of a tech, experiences from his 25 years in IT, how remote support tools have changed the industry, and what some geeks do in their downtime.  Ben and his Tech Desk co-pilot Gir.

    31 min
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IT Sucks, but it doesn't have to! The tech experts from Burgess Technology Services share their wisdom on technology issues, especially related to business technology.

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  • Creator
    Burgess Technology Services
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Burgess Technology Services 2019
  • Show Website
    IT Sucks Podcast