Best Isao Podcasts (2026)

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#783 ITNation Connect 2025 - MJ Shoer: GTIA, ISAO, and Real ROI for MSPs: MJ Shoer at IT Nation 31:44

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Send us a text Recorded live at IT Nation, MJ Shoer (Chief Community Officer, GTIA) breaks down how the newly branded Global Technology Industry Association is delivering practical wins for MSPs. We cover the GTIA ISAO (built with ConnectWise) for actionable threat intelligence, the cybersecurity Trust Mark that validates your internal controls aga…

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Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail: Willpower vs. System Design 5:19

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Why do New Year’s resolutions fail so predictably—and what does that teach us about change at work? In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban explores why treating change as a test of willpower is a reliable setup for frustration, both personally and in organizations. Drawing on behavioral psychology and leadership examples, the episode connects fai…

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#793 Jim Hauck: ✈️ From Tech to Travel: Finding Purpose Beyond the Office 1:03:41

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Send us a text In this episode, Joey Pinz sits down with world traveler, podcast host, and former tech executive Jim Hauck — a man who walked away from the corporate grind at Salesforce and Palo Alto Networks to build a life fueled by adventure, purpose, and people. Jim shares how a layoff became the spark for JPHauck Adventures and Life in the Bag…

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Nick Saban’s “Dumbest” Call—and Why His Players Loved It 3:53

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Nick Saban calls it “the dumbest decision I ever made” — a fourth-and-one call from the 2001 SEC Championship Game that still sticks with him. In this episode, Mark Graban breaks down why even the greatest coaches make mistakes, what Saban learned from the moment, and how leaders can turn high-pressure missteps into opportunities for trust and grow…

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#797 Colin Corby: 📵 Reclaiming Your Mind in a Hyper-Connected World 1:02:24

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Send us a text Are we living — or simply scrolling through life? In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with digital wellbeing expert and endurance athlete Colin Corby to explore how our relationship with technology is quietly reshaping our health, focus, and sense of connection. Colin shares his extraordinary journey from tech-industry…

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#791 Pam Conboy: 🌿 Unlocking the Healing Power of Psilocybin 1:13:51

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Send us a text Pam Conboy joins Joey Pinz for a powerful conversation exploring the intersection of science, spirituality, and plant-based healing. As the co-founder of Setas Seminary, a federally recognized non-deity spiritual organization, Pam offers a grounded, evidence-informed look at how psilocybin can support emotional, cognitive, and spirit…

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#790 Heath Jones: 💪 Movement Is Medicine: Rethinking Health After 50 59:23

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Send us a text 💥 This episode dives deep into the truth about healthy ageing — and why movement, mindset, and daily habits matter far more than chasing weight loss. Joey Pinz sits down with former Army medic and founder of Active & Ageless, a fast-growing fitness brand transforming the over-50 landscape in Australia. He shares how three spinal surg…

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#792 Dr. Laurette Willis: 🧠 Faith, Neuroplasticity & Freedom: A New Way to Transform Your Life 1:25:15

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Send us a text In this deeply moving and energizing conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Dr. Laurette Willis — a cognitive behavioral therapist and founder of Weight Loss Without Willpower. 🌱✨ Together they explore how faith, neuroscience, and emotional healing can work together to create lasting transformation from the inside out. Dr. Laurette s…

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How a Mistake Turned Jingle Bells into a Christmas Song 4:19

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Jingle Bells is one of the most recognizable Christmas songs ever written… except it wasn’t written for Christmas at all. In this week’s Mistake of the Week, we unpack one of America’s most enduring cultural misconceptions: the belief that Jingle Bells has anything to do with Christmas. Originally titled One Horse Open Sleigh, the song debuted at a…

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#788 Kwame Numapau: 🌍 Africa’s Digital Awakening: From Code to Cosmos 54:31

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Send us a text Africa is not waiting for the future—it’s building it. In this inspiring conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Kwame Numapau, Ghana’s Director of Technology & Innovation, to explore how a continent rich in creativity and resilience is shaping its own digital destiny. Kwame shares how AI, cybersecurity, drones, and robotics are trans…

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#789 Jack Sorenson: ⚙️ From Burnout to Balance: Rebuilding Life One Bolt at a Time 1:01:18

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Send us a text From binge eating and alcoholism to dropping 80 pounds and building a thriving coaching business — this is the story of radical self-redesign. 💥 In this episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Jack Sorenson, a former engineer who rebuilt not just his drift car, but his life. After years of following someone else’s path, Jack hit a quiet br…

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From Medicare Fraud to Military Leadership: Learning Accountability After a Career-Defining Mistake (Dr. Josh McConkey) 42:16

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In Episode #332 of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks with Dr. Josh McConkey — emergency physician, Air Force Reserve Commander, combat-deployed medevac leader, and Pulitzer Prize–nominated author. Known as the “MacGyver Doc,” Josh has spent his career solving problems in high-pressure environments where you rarely get a second chance. Episode …

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How a Lab Error Led to an Unnecessary Surgery 4:21

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A 32-year-old woman in Switzerland underwent an unnecessary surgery after her lab sample was mixed up at Basel University Hospital. Doctors believed she had cervical cancer. She didn’t — but the procedure went ahead anyway, potentially affecting her ability to carry a pregnancy in the future. In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban unpacks how suc…

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#786 ITNation Connect 2025 - Cristina Carretero: From Spain to Cybersecurity: Cristina Carretero on Partner Marketing at Arctic Wolf 29:38

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Send us a text Cristina Carretero, Partner Marketing Manager at Arctic Wolf, joins Joey Pinz at IT Nation Connect 2025 to discuss the evolution of channel marketing, the power of AI in partner enablement, and her global journey from Spain to the cybersecurity stage. With over 20 years in marketing, Cristina shares how language, clarity, and collabo…

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#784 ITNation Connect 2025 - Carolyn April: The Power of Unbiased Research: Carolyn April on Channel Insights and GTIA’s Mission 29:27

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Send us a text In this insightful conversation, Carolyn April, Senior Researcher at GTIA and longtime CompTIA veteran, shares how her journalism roots shaped her passion for unbiased channel research. From designing surveys that reveal real market truth to helping MSPs adapt to AI disruption and cybersecurity complexity, Carolyn explains how data c…

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#785 ITNation Connect 2025 - Rick Murphy: Run It Like You’ll Sell It: Rick Murphy on M&A Discipline for MSPs 26:34

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Send us a text In this insightful IT Nation conversation, Rick Murphy, Managing Partner at Cogent Growth Partners, joins Joey Pinz to discuss the mindset and mechanics of successful MSP mergers and acquisitions. Rick opens up about his 60-pound weight loss journey and parallels it with running a business — both require discipline, consistency, and …

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#787 ITNation Connect 2025 - Caroline Goles: How to Win the Day: Caroline Goles’ 5 Daily Commitments to Growth 52:45

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Send us a text Caroline Goles—marketing strategist, tech advisor, and former Microsoft leader—joins Joey Pinz at IT Nation Connect to talk about balance, curiosity, and the intersection of AI and humanity. She shares how trail running through national parks, reducing screen time, and reading voraciously fuel her creativity and focus. Together, they…

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#782 ITNation Connect 2025 - Christina Klein: From DIY Remodels to Data Mastery: Christina Klein on Building with Purpose 52:42

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Send us a text Christina Klein, a visionary leader at Lansweeper, joins Joey Pinz at IT Nation Orlando to share her unique blend of creativity, discipline, and data-driven leadership. From learning carpentry as a child to leading tech innovation and women’s leadership programs, Christina discusses how she bridges design, technology, and purpose. Sh…

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Recovering from Workplace Bullying—and What Leaders Often Miss (Andy Regal) 57:28

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My guest for Episode #331 of My Favorite Mistake is Andy Regal, a longtime media executive whose career has included leadership roles at The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC, Consumer Reports, Court TV, and CBS College Sports. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, “Surviving Bully Culture: A Career Spent Navigating Workplace Bullying and a Guide…

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How a Landing Gear Error Was Caught Before Disaster 4:36

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In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban breaks down an incident involving an American Airlines A319 on final approach to Phoenix — captured on video with its landing gear still up. A cockpit alert sounded, the crew realized what was missing, and the pilots executed a safe go-around. Their explanation to air traffic control? A perfectly understated…

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#780 ITNation Connect 2025 - Kate Schlarf: AI, Marketing, Projects, and Managing MSP Growth with Moovila 36:32

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Send us a text In this engaging IT Nation 2025 conversation, Kate Schlarf, Senior Marketing Leader at Moovila, joins Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations to unpack how MSPs can turn project chaos into clarity and profit. She reveals how Moovila’s Project Hub—a library of MSP-built templates—helps partners improve forecasting, eliminate scope creep, a…

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#779 ITNation Connect 2025 - Blake Myers: Eight Seconds of Chaos: What Bull Riding Taught a Cybersecurity Pro 37:33

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Send us a text Blake Myers lives life on the edge—literally. A semi-pro bull rider, former powerlifter, and cybersecurity specialist at Blumira, Blake shares how discipline connects every aspect of his adrenaline-fueled journey. From surviving eight-second rides to helping MSPs defend clients from cyber threats, he reveals the mindset it takes to s…

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#778 ITNation Connect 2025 - Stephen Yu: ♟️ The Puzzle Mindset: From Chessboards to Boardrooms 49:22

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Send us a text What do chess, rock climbing, and business have in common? For tech visionary and problem-solver Stephen Yu, everything is a puzzle waiting to be understood. In this episode of Joey Pinz Conversations, we explore how the founder of Adaptive Catalog approaches life and leadership through curiosity and pattern recognition—from teaching…

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#777 ITNation Connect 2025 - Lawrence Cruciana: From Lasers to Leadership: Lawrence Cruciana’s Mission to Secure American Ingenuity 1:44:27

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Send us a text From lasers to leadership, this IT Nation Connect 2025 conversation with Lawrence Cruciana, founder of Corporate Information Technologies, reveals how discipline, curiosity, and science fuel cybersecurity innovation. A former Disney audio engineer and laser physicist, Lawrence shares how attention to detail and standardization shaped…

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#781 ITNation Connect 2025 - Mike DePalma: Building Stronger Channel Partnerships: Lessons from the OpenText Playbook 36:58

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Send us a text At IT Nation Connect 2025, Mike DePalma—VP of SMB Cybersecurity at OpenText—sits down with Joey Pinz to talk about rebuilding community in the MSP world, evolving vendor programs, and the tidal wave of AI reshaping security and operations. Mike shares how OpenText’s new EDR rollout is simplifying life for ConnectWise partners, the su…

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Why Curiosity Drives Better Leadership (Debra Clary) 40:47

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My guest for Episode #330 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Debra Clary, a leadership strategist, researcher, and executive coach with more than four decades of experience at organizations including Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s, and Humana. Episode page with video, transcript, and more She’s also a TEDx speaker, former off-Broadway perfo…

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#776 Erica Bonham: 🌿 Healing Isn’t in Your Head: Rewiring Through the Body 1:15:31

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Send us a text In this deeply moving episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Erica Bonham, a trauma recovery therapist, EMDR clinician, and author of Always Enough, Never Done. Together, they explore how healing doesn’t happen through willpower or “positive thinking”—it begins in the body. Erica reveals the difference between “big T” and “little t” traum…

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#775 Canalys Forum Chicago 2025 -Jay Ryerse: ⚙️ Climbing Higher: Cybersecurity, AI & Personal Growth 44:53

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Send us a text 🏔️ From summiting Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks to reshaping how MSPs think about cybersecurity, Jay Ryerse embodies what it means to evolve. In this powerful conversation, Jay and Joey Pinz explore how curiosity, structure, and mindset fuel both personal and professional transformation. 💻 As VP of Global Security Advocacy at Sentinel…

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From Toxic Culture to Empathic Leadership: Lessons in Empathy and Accountability (Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller) 41:58

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My guest for Episode #329 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, a TEDx speaker, empathy and leadership expert, and author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Melissa shares the story of her “fa…

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Why Unlearning Old Habits Is Harder Than Learning New Ones 4:06

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In this edition of Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells a story that didn’t appear in any safety report or headline — it happened on a pickleball court. Early in learning the sport, Mark found his old tennis instincts taking over, leading to a very incorrect serve and a moment of embarrassment. What followed was a small but meaningful lesson in f…

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#774 Canalys Forum Chicago 2025 -Jordan Rackie: 🌐 From Quantum Threats to Family Values: Building Trust That Scales 40:27

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Send us a text In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations, Jordan Rackie, CEO of KeyFactor, opens up about leading a 600-person cybersecurity company while staying grounded as a dad, musician 🎹 and coach. He shares how quantum computing is reshaping data security, what “agentic AI” really means, and why focus—not frenzy—drives real innov…

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#773 Canalys Forum Chicago 2025 -Robin Ody 🎹 From Beats to Business: How Creativity Shapes the Channel 47:35

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Send us a text 🎧 In this inspiring conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with a man who bridges two worlds — the rhythm of creativity and the logic of data. From teaching himself piano 🎹 to producing music in his 20s, Robin Ody now helps shape the global IT channel as a senior analyst at Omdia. They explore how music production and data analysis share …

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How 531 Living Patients Were Mistakenly Declared Dead 6:30

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In this week’s Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells the story of a Maine hospital system that accidentally mailed condolence letters to 531 very-much-alive patients. The cause? A computer glitch — and a few missing fail-safes. Mark explores what this bizarre mix-up reveals about system design, automation, and trust in healthcare. Beyond the absur…

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#769 Cyber Bay 2025 - Darnell Taylor: 💻 Shaping Tomorrow’s Minds: AI, Cybersecurity & the Classroom Revolution 14:34

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Send us a text Recorded live at Cyber Bay 2025 in Tampa Bay, this conversation dives into how educators are preparing students for a rapidly changing tech world. 💡 🎙️ Guest: A STEM educator at Angeline Academy of Innovation shares how his students are embracing AI, cybersecurity, and robotics—proving that the next generation isn’t afraid of technol…

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#771 Cyber Bay 2025 - Deral Heiland: Coins, Code & Cyber: From Visual History to IoT Security 🛡️📜 22:40

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Send us a text Meet Rapid7’s Deral Heiland—a self-described “visual historian” who balances high-tech research with hands-on artifacts from Roman coins to Civil War relics 🪙📷. We explore how tactile history sharpens perspective, why he resets daily in a 19th-century apothecary he built on his property ☕📖, and the real-world state of cybersecurity i…

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#772 Cyber Bay 2025 - Melissa Dark: 🧭 Teaching Cyber to Tomorrow: How Education Fuels Security 38:39

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Send us a text 🎒 From the Appalachian Trail to the frontlines of cybersecurity education, Melissa Dark’s journey is a masterclass in vision, persistence, and innovation. Recorded live at Cyber Bay 2025, Melissa shares how her outdoor adventures mirror her mission to empower teachers across America with real-world cybersecurity and AI training. 👩‍🏫 …

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#770 Cyber Bay 2025 - Nia Luckey: 🌄 From Battlefield to Boardroom: Building Calm in Chaos 27:36

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Send us a text Former Army veteran and cybersecurity strategist Nia Luckey joins Joey Pinz Conversations live at Cyber Bay 2025 to explore how calm, creativity, and courage intersect in today’s fast-moving digital world. From 13 years in the U.S. Army to leading major security operations for Cisco, JSOC, and AT&T, Nia reveals how adaptability, humi…

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#768 DattoCon 2025 - Nadir Merchant:🥊🤖 From the Ring to the Cloud: Fighting for AI Innovation 21:09

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Send us a text At DattoCon Miami 2025, Joey Pinz sits down with one of the industry’s sharpest minds to explore how AI, automation, and evolving customer needs are redefining the Managed Services landscape. From Kaseya’s 42-product ecosystem to the accelerating pace of AI adoption, this conversation dives deep into how MSPs can stay ahead in a fast…

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#767 Alisa Gracheva: 🌱 From Trauma to Transformation: Healing Beyond the Surface 1:30:25

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Send us a text How do we turn trauma into transformation? In this powerful episode, Joey Pinz sits down with a trauma specialist and licensed clinician who blends science and spirituality to guide people through healing journeys. From EMDR and somatic therapy to ayahuasca visions, sound healing, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, she shares how d…

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#765 Mike Laird: 💪 Built for More: Beating Cancer, Rebuilding Life, and Redefining Strength 55:59

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Send us a text What happens when a pro athlete turned fitness leader faces the fight of his life? Mike Laird’s journey is a raw, powerful story of survival, resilience, and purpose. After years of building fitness businesses and mentoring trainers, Mike’s life changed with a shocking diagnosis: a rare appendix cancer. Following a grueling 10-hour s…

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#766 Yvette Salva: 🥞 From Rock Bottom to Strength: A Story of Reinvention 58:48

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Send us a text What does it take to rebuild your life from rock bottom? In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with an unstoppable woman who went from addiction, bulimia, and homelessness… to 22 years sober, gym owner, keynote speaker, and author of Booze, Blow, and Pancakes. Her story is raw, real, and unforgettable. She reveals how fi…

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#763 TD SYNNEX Inspire 2025 - Mitch Macauley: Bridging Cultures, Building Partnerships 31:58

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Send us a text In this inspiring conversation, Mitch Macauley shares his journey from a multicultural upbringing in Europe and West Africa to building a career that spans aerospace engineering, product development, and global tech partnerships. He discusses the hurdles of cultural adaptation, the challenges and opportunities facing MSPs, and how AI…

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#762 TD SYNNEX Inspire 2025 - Terry McGill: From Mesquite to Managed Services 32:37

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Send us a text In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations, we sit down with Terry McGill, CRO and Partner at Pegasus Technology Solutions, to explore the intersection of barbecue passion, business leadership, and MSP strategy. Terry shares his journey from Toronto to Dallas, his love for mesquite smoking, and how food and relationships c…

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#764 TD SYNNEX Inspire 2025 - From Brisket to Brotherhood: Rob Purcell’s Mission to Support Veterans 38:27

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Send us a text Rob Purcell shares a conversation that moves from the art of smoking brisket to the urgent mission of saving veteran lives. As co-founder of the 22 Vets Foundation, Rob explains how his team is tackling the devastating statistic of 22 veteran suicides per day. He discusses creating educational programs like the Veterans Day and Memor…

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Looking Back: Katie Anderson & Isao Yoshino on Learning, Leadership, and Mistakes 39:35

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We’re going back to Episode 30 from January 2021, featuring Katie Anderson — author of Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn — and Isao Yoshino, the longtime Toyota leader whose career and lessons inspired her book. Episode page with video, transcript, and more It was such a privilege to talk with them then, and even more meaningful now, because I rec…

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#760 TD SYNNEX Inspire 2025 - Jessica McDowell: Dare to Go! Partner Growth, AI, and Cybersecurity 27:49

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Send us a text Jessica McDowell, Senior Vice President of North America Marketing & Digital Customer Success at TD Synnex, joins Joey Pinz to explore the future of channel partnerships. She shares her goals for the TD Synnex Inspire conference, including creating impact, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation. Jessica explains how TD Synne…

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#759 TD SYNNEX Inspire 2025 - Francisco Criado: Discipline, Distribution, and the Future of AI 28:46

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Send us a text Francisco Criado, Global Channel Chief at TD Synnex, joins Joey to share a conversation that ranges from the art of perfectly smoked beer can chicken to the evolving challenges of the tech channel. He reflects on his return to distribution after leading global channel initiatives in cybersecurity, offering insights into how MSPs can …

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#761 TD SYNNEX Inspire 2025 - Gary Palenbaum: From Brooklyn to Boardrooms: Partner Success & Growth 31:51

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Send us a text Gary Palenbaum, EVP of Revenue & Partner Success at TD SYNNEX, joins Joey Pinz to explore the evolving world of distribution, partner growth, and the discipline it takes to lead in today’s market. From reflections on wine and his Brooklyn roots to retooling sales teams for high-growth sectors, Gary shares lessons on leadership, balan…

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From the Wrong Business to the Right Voice: Finding Purpose Through Mistakes (Emily Aborn) 42:03

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My guest for Episode #328 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Emily Aborn, a small business copywriter, speaker, and host of the Small Business Casual podcast. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Emily helps entrepreneurs bring clarity, creativity, and authenticity to their marketing. Before finding her true calling, she owned a brick-a…

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#758 David Setzer: ✈️ From Aviation Dreams to Cybersecurity Realities 1:35:01

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Send us a text What connects aviation, law, and cybersecurity? In this powerful episode, Joey Pinz uncovers the journey of building resilience and innovation through unlikely intersections. David Setzer shares his early passion for flying, reflecting on family ties to aviation and the lessons of safety and precision. He then takes us through his fa…