This week on Get Into IT Live, we're sitting down with Jim to dig into the stories and themes he's been tracking on The IT Blitz, from tariff-driven PC pricing chaos to the skills debate reshaping IT careers. We'll discuss:

- Why leaning too hard on AI tools could be holding IT professionals back

- What "friction maxxing" is and why it's showing up in IT skill development conversations

- The Rampacolypse: what tariff-driven pricing is doing to the PC market

- Why companies that replaced workers with automation keep hiring those workers back

- His take on Microsoft, vibe coding, and the real state of entry-level IT in 2026

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're sitting down with Jeremy Karr, Career Advisor at VetJobs. VetJobs and its sister organization Military Spouse Jobs have placed over 121,000 veterans, military spouses, and caregivers into careers, all at no cost. Jeremy spent 20 years in the U.S. Army before transitioning into civilian recruiting, and now he helps veterans and military families navigate the job search every day.

Join us for an honest conversation about:

- Translating military experience into a resume that gets noticed

- The biggest mistakes veterans and military spouses make in the job search

- What employers want to see when you don't have years of experience

- How the first-ever college partnership between MyComputerCareer and VetJobs is connecting veterans with IT careers

Plus, get details on the free MyComputerCareer Virtual IT Career Fair on Wednesday, September 16th, 2-6 PM EST.

Whether you're a veteran, a military spouse, or anyone making a career change, this one's for you.

Juan "Leo" Espinoza spent nearly 14 years in the U.S. Army as a Systems Maintainer and Integrator, with assignments that included intelligence operations in Germany and a deployment to Iraq. After leaving the military in 2020, life took some unexpected turns. Five years later, Leo made the decision to get back into IT, enrolled in the Cyber Warrior Program at MyComputerCareer, and stacked up a serious set of CompTIA certifications along the way.

This week on Get Into IT Live, Leo joins us to talk about:

- Coming back to IT after years away from the field

- Why he chose a formal training program over recertifying on his own

- The TikTok ad that started it all

- Why he sees his current role as a bridge, not a destination

- Advice for veterans considering a move into IT

Watch the live show here: https://youtube.com/live/pqSAyMTElmc

This week on Get Into IT Live, we sit down with Alcino Donadel, editor at University Business magazine, to break down three of his recent articles shaping the conversation around education and cybersecurity.

We're covering:

- What the Canvas cyberattack means for students and cybersecurity pros

- Why faster degrees are gaining ground and what critics have to say

- How career outcomes and ROI are reshaping the college search

Watch the live here: https://youtube.com/live/-irHCTqU0O4

Whether you're studying for certs, weighing your education options, or already working in IT, this one's worth your lunch break.

Carlos is a U.S. Army veteran who spent years as a Document Specialist and Visual Information Specialist before making the jump into tech. He came through MyComputerCareer's ITSA, CSS, and CSE programs and holds certifications including CompTIA A+, Security+, Linux Essentials, and Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.

Join us live as we talk about: 

*Leaving college to pursue a faster path into IT 

*What it was like training overseas in Hungary 

*How one opportunity led to a promotion 

*His advice for veterans and career changers considering IT

Watch the live show here: https://youtube.com/live/U-lmO2wHBtA

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're sitting down with Dr. James Stanger, Chief Technology Evangelist at CompTIA, to separate the panic from the numbers. We’ll discuss:

-Why the panic over AI wiping out entry-level IT jobs doesn't line up with the hiring 

  data

-What does tech employment growth look like compared to the rest of the U.S. 

  workforce

-Whether or not IT is still a viable career path

-What "AI skills" really means in a job posting

-Where James thinks the entry-level IT market stands two years from now

Watch the live show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydxGVJB4GZE&t=1859s

Journalist and author Mike Elgan has been covering technology for decades. His recent Computerworld piece "People Are Getting Sick of AI, Literally" identifies a wave of brand-new conditions, from job fear to digital burnout to people forming emotional bonds with software, that a lot of people are feeling but couldn't quite name until now.

This week on Get Into IT Live, Mike joins us to make sense of it all.

- What is "AI FOMO" and who is deliberately manufacturing it?

- Why are coders, copyeditors, and other professionals losing sleep over their careers?

- What is "Automated Ghosting Syndrome" and why should job seekers care?

- Is there a version of this story that ends well?

Skeptical about AI? Love AI? Either way this is a great one to join.

Join us this Friday as James breaks down the path from military service to MyCC to AWS, and what it took to get there. We'll cover:

- What led a 20-year Air Force vet with an advanced degree to choose 

  MyComputerCareer

- How earning his CCNA and CySA+ changed the way employers looked at him

- Education, experience, or certifications: which one moves the needle most

- What veterans with technical backgrounds tend to underestimate about the civilian 

   IT job market

- What to know before enrolling in the CSS or CSE programs

Watch the live video here: https://youtube.com/live/Nf9SqdaEhrE

Brandon McCray spent 20 years in the U.S. Navy running compliance and inspection programs across a massive healthcare enterprise. Now he is pursuing a career in cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance, where his audit and inspection background directly translates.

Brandon recently completed the Cyber Warrior Program at MyComputerCareer, earning his CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and CySA+ certifications. He joins us to talk about the transition, the training, and what it looks like to build a new career in cybersecurity GRC after two decades of federal service.

Whether you are a veteran considering IT, a career changer weighing your options, or just getting started in cybersecurity, this one is for you.

Watch the live here: https://youtube.com/live/S-IJQmgP0yA

This Friday, we sit down with Edward Toliver the day before he walks across the stage with 1,577 fellow graduates. We're talking about his military career, what led him to MyComputerCareer, and why veterans are a natural fit for IT and cybersecurity training. We'll discuss:

-What 20 years of Army service really prepares you for in IT

-What the Cyber Warrior Program is like when your cohort is full of veterans

-Earning A+, Network+, Security+, and CySA+ while still on active duty

-What he'd tell any veteran on the fence about making this move

-How amazing it feels to graduate!

Live show here: https://youtube.com/live/V5Edtoi_jXA

AI-powered job scams have gotten frighteningly good, and new grads and job seekers are in the crosshairs right now. This week, we're sitting down with Russ Munisteri, CISSP and cybersecurity expert at MyComputerCareer, to break down exactly how these scams work, what makes them so convincing, and how to protect yourself before it's too late. We’ll discuss:

*How scammers use AI to build fake recruiter profiles 

*Why chat-only interviews are a serious red flag 

*The data harvesting threat hiding inside "legitimate" job applications 

*How deepfakes are being used to fool candidates on video calls 

*What to do if you think you've already been targeted

Link to the video: https://youtube.com/live/j9D8ymnFyqs

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're sitting down with Sydney King, a former healthcare worker who went from caring for patients to building a career in IT support and Identity and Access Management. Sydney went through MyComputerCareer's ITSA program, continued on to the Cyber Security Engineer program, then earned his Associate degree...all while working!

He's now a technical support specialist putting his training to work every day.

We'll cover:

- What made him walk away from healthcare and bet on IT

- What the full program journey looks like from ITSA through an Associate degree 

- What a typical day looks like in IT

- Why he recommends a similar path for others

- Advice for anyone sitting on the fence about making a career change

Watch the live show here: https://youtube.com/live/Nt0ZzMM7TPM

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're going inside one of the most recognized certifications in IT. Russ Munisteri is a CISSP, Program Chair and Lead Instructor at MyComputerCareer, and a cybersecurity evangelist and trainer with over 25 years in the field.

We're breaking down what Security+ covers, where people get tripped up, what it takes to pass, and why employers keep asking for the cert. We’ll also dive into:

- What the Security+ exam tests

- The topics that trip people up most

- How to prepare for performance-based questions

- Why employers keep asking for the credential

- What it means for your career

https://youtube.com/live/nZvgieeJBmk

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're sitting down with Daniel Fetter, a 20-year Target employee who walked away from retail management in his late 40s, earned his CompTIA A+ and Security+ certifications through MyComputerCareer, and landed his first IT job. He's now doing big things as a deployment technician.

Join us for an honest conversation about:

-Making a major career change later in life

-What the training process looks like from the inside

-Getting through the program and into the job market

-What day-to-day IT work looks like 

If you've ever talked yourself out of making a change, this one's for you.

Watch the live show here: https://youtube.com/live/E4EcP3-_xz0

This week, we're sitting down with Victoria Moore, senior account executive at Largemouth Communications and president of the North Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society of America. Victoria helps brands of all sizes tell their stories in meaningful ways. This week, she's bringing that same expertise to your job search.

In this episode, we're covering:

-How to build a LinkedIn profile that works 

-What to post when you feel like you have nothing to say

-Other platforms worth your time (and ones that aren't)

-How to network when you don't know where to start

-Whether a portfolio site or personal blog is worth the effort

Your online presence is working for you or against you right now.

Watch the live show here: https://youtube.com/live/48BXONhbKpI

📅 Friday

🕛 Noon Eastern 

📍 LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Robbie Storch, Lead Instructor for the Cyber Warrior Program at MyComputerCareer and a Cisco Certified Systems Instructor with decades of real-world networking experience, is back to give you the full picture on one of IT's most important foundational certifications. He’ll discuss:

-What Network+ covers and where it fits in your IT journey

-Subnetting, math, and the stuff that trips people up

-How to prepare for the exam and what to expect when you sit for it

-What the certification opens up for you in the job market

Whether you're already in a program, thinking about enrolling, or just trying to figure out if IT is the right path, this one is for you. We’ll see you Friday!

Over 4,300 graduates. Nearly 7,000 certifications earned. Career Services supporting students in amazing ways. The Cyber Warrior Program crushing it for veterans. And a whole lot more.

Amy's going to walk us through the highlights, talk about what's driving the momentum, and share what's coming in 2026. Plus we'll get into the skills conversation that's getting louder every day and why alternative pathways to IT careers matter more than ever.

This one's going to be fun. Join us live and throw your questions in the chat!

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🎓 Programs & certifications: https://www.mycomputercareer.edu/prog...

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Jake covers consumer and workstation processors for one of the most trusted names in hardware journalism, and he's here to walk us through two major announcements: Intel's Arrow Lake Refresh and Microsoft's confirmation that its next-gen Xbox console, Project Helix, will play PC games.

We're digging into:

- What Intel's Arrow Lake Refresh means for gamers and PC builders right now

- The pricing moves Intel is making and what's driving them

- Project Helix, the next-gen Xbox that wants to play your PC games too

- What all of this means if you work in IT or are just getting started

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're sitting down with Karen Santiano Francis, MS, CMCS, a career transition specialist and military family advocate who has spent years advising veterans, transitioning service members, and job seekers navigating today's tough hiring market. She's reviewed hundreds of resumes and coached countless candidates through the process, and she's bringing that experience directly to our audience.

We're covering the questions you are asking right now:

-Why resumes aren't getting responses and what to do about it

-Where job searches stall and how to get them moving again

-How AI is changing the hiring process and what that means for candidates

-Practical networking advice for people who find the whole thing uncomfortable

-Tips for veterans translating military experience into civilian opportunity

Watch the live conversation here: https://youtube.com/live/t3dpNB4iB60

He found MyComputerCareer, pushed through challenges, and landed his first IT role working remotely. He's also juggling a second job while building toward something bigger, including a vision to start his own IT services business and fill a gap he sees firsthand in his community.

Join us for a real, unfiltered conversation about what those first steps look like, what to expect in the program, and what it takes to keep moving forward once you've started.

Join the live conversation every 📅 Friday at 12:00 PM EST 

📍Live on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Watch our conversation here: https://youtube.com/live/cLJOIQH3Ez0

Drop your questions in the comments. We will read them live!

This week on Get Into IT: Podcast we're sitting down with Robbie Storch, Lead Instructor in the Cyber Warrior Program at MyComputerCareer. Robbie has spent years helping students go from complete beginners to certified IT professionals, and he's here to break it all down.

We're talking about:

- What each of the four core certifications actually covers

- Where students typically struggle and how to push through

- Why these certs matter to employers

- What it really takes to cross the finish line

Whether you're just starting to explore IT or you're already in training, this one is for you.

Join the live conversation every 📅 Friday at 12:00 PM EST 

📍Live on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Watch our conversation here: https://youtube.com/live/5txZ_IaY93I

Drop your questions in the comments. We will read them live!

This week on Get Into IT Live, we're talking with Jon Marcus, senior higher education reporter at the Hechinger Report. Jon has covered this beat for decades, with his articles appearing in The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Boston Globe, and NPR. He co-hosts the NPR podcast "College Uncovered," and his reporting has won national awards for digging into the real stories behind college costs, access, and value.

We're breaking down two of Jon’s recent investigations: why tuition is climbing again after quietly falling for years, and why more than half of college students can't get into courses they need to graduate on time. If you're weighing your education options, helping someone through the decision, or just want to understand what's happening in higher ed, this one’s for you.

Watch the live show here: https://youtube.com/live/O4VZ-lzMN8k

On Saturday, January 31st, William Phillips walked across the virtual stage with over 2,100 other graduates during our Graduation Celebration on YouTube. You can watch them here, organized by last name:

A - D: https://youtu.be/7GEcfqVZx8w?si=iJZEdKG2aTPojo0-

E - J: https://youtu.be/iZ7tNfud-Jg?si=GtPrOqA1SNT03ZHm

K - Q: https://youtu.be/pCEdf_L4FC8?si=fq3vHZ6_tOpksdMY

R - Z: https://youtu.be/-dQuwuyZiKc?si=UaRLqGyK23HtMqKg

William is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who tried just about everything after leaving the military before finding his place in IT. From logistics to food service to construction, he spent years searching for the right career fit. Then he discovered the Cyber Warrior Program.

In just a few months, William went from having some IT experience to earning seven certifications, including A+, Network+, Security+, and CySA+. He crushed every exam, earned the World Class IT Professional Award, and is now navigating the job search.

We'll talk about:

• How his military experience as a radio operator sparked his interest in technology
• What it's like to go through an intensive, full-time training program
• His study strategies
• The reality of job searching as a soon-to-be graduate
• Advice for veterans considering a transition to IT

Tune in for an honest conversation about career transitions, the job search journey, and what it takes to succeed in IT training!

This isn’t just another tech podcast. These episodes come from our live conversations, with real questions, real stories, and real talk from people actually working in the field.

Each week, we break down what it really takes to get into IT. Certifications versus degrees. Career pivots. Cybersecurity, cloud, AI, help desk, networking, and the messy middle no one posts about on LinkedIn.

We’re joined by industry professionals, hiring managers, instructors, veterans, career changers, and folks who started with zero tech background and figured it out anyway.

If you’re new to IT, thinking about switching careers, leveling up your skills, or just trying to stay ahead in a fast-moving industry–this show is for you.

So whether you’re watching live or listening later, pull up a chair. Let’s Get Into It.

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