Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations

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 his approach to business, how a case of industrial espionage inspired his cybersecurity mission, and why CMMC and frameworks like the CIS Controls are essential to protecting American ingenuity. You’ll hear lessons from his time presenting at NASA, insights into the evolution of AI-fueled cyber threats, and how MSPs can raise the bar for security maturity while staying human in a world of automation. This episode blends STEM roots, cybersecurity expertise, and personal discipline into one inspiring conversation about what it means to build, protect, and lead with purpose. 🔥 Top 3 Highlights Walt Disney WorldCybersecurity Maturity Model CertificationAI-fueled attacks #ITNation #ITN25 #MSPInfluencer #JoeyPinzPodcast #ForzaDash #MSPCommunity #Cybersecurity #CMMC #Compliance #AI #MSP #MSSP #CyberResilience #RiskManagement #Leadership #Discipline #Innovation #DataDriven #DefenseIndustrialBase #Frameworks #CISControls #TechLeadership #STEM #DigitalTransformation #AmericanIngenuity --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe Support the show

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 his son chess to building solutions that let MSPs “sell without quoting.” Stephen shares his journey from Quosal’s early ConnectWise days to creating Adaptive Catalog, a platform reshaping how IT resellers and MSPs buy and sell. He opens up about his personal health wake-up call, reversing diabetes through determination, and how discipline, empathy, and fit guide every part of his life. ✨ Top 3 Highlights: 1️⃣ How chess and climbing teach pattern recognition and problem-solving. 2️⃣ Why great partnerships depend on shared values and “fit.” 3️⃣ The future of MSP automation and ethical AI in business. #JoeyPinzPodcast #MSPInfluencer #MSPCommunity #AdaptiveCatalog #AI #MSP #ConnectWise #Entrepreneurship #ProblemSolving #Leadership #TechInnovation #HealthJourney #Podcast #ForzaDash #ITNation #ITN25 Episode Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yushifan/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/adaptive-catalog/ https://www.adaptivecatalog.com/ Tags: Stephen Yu, Adaptive Catalog, MSP, ConnectWise, AI, entrepreneurship, leadership, tech innovation, problem solving, podcast, Joey Pinz Conversations, health, diabetes recovery, ITNation Support the show

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 stay focused under pressure. Recorded live at #ITNationConnect 2025, this conversation dives into risk, resilience, and why true strength comes from control—not chaos. ⭐ Top 3 Highlights 🏷️ Hashtags #ITNation #ITN25 #MSPInfluencer #JoeyPinzPodcast #ForzaDash #MSPCommunity #Cybersecurity #MSP #BlueMirror #Discipline #BullRiding #Resilience -------------- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDiscipline #JPC #JoeyPinnzConversations #PodMatch Want to be a guest on Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations? Send Joey Pinz a message on PodMatch, he Support the show

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, and boost project margins. Kate also shares her insights on branding, marketing, and community building in the MSP space, explaining why consistency (and even a purple cow mascot 🐮) fuels recall and trust. From deterministic AI in project management to inbound marketing and the fine line between sales and storytelling, this episode delivers fresh strategies for growth-minded MSPs. Schlarf closes with a powerful message: “Your projects don’t have to be chaos—clarity and control are possible with the right tools, team, and discipline.” 🎬 Top 3 Highlights Hashtags: #MSPInfluencer #JoeyPinzPodcast #ForzaDash #ITNation #ITN25 #MSPCommunity #ProjectManagement #Moovila #AIinMSPs #TechMarketing #Automation #Leadership #Discipline --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! Support the show

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 surprising results of their latest MSP Report, and why most AI projects fail—hint: it’s not the tech. He opens up about the Datto → Kaseya acquisition, lessons in leadership, and why discipline, presence, and family still define success more than revenue or market share. 🔹 Top 3 Highlights: 🔗 HASHTAGS #ITNation #ITN25 #MSPInfluencer #JoeyPinzPodcast #ForzaDash #MSPCommunity #OpenText #Cybersecurity #AI #ChannelGrowth --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDiscipline #JPC #JoeyPinnzConversations #PodMatch Support the show

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 SentinelOne, Jay breaks down the realities of AI-driven threats, tool overload, and what MSPs must do to stay ahead. He reveals why education beats fear, how consolidating vendors can restore sanity, and why the next wave of IT success will come from those who pair critical thinking with automation. 🔥 Beyond tech, Jay opens up about losing 100 lbs, climbing 15 mountain peaks, and rediscovering purpose through health and family. His story proves growth happens when you measure, adjust, and keep climbing—on the trail or in business. 🌟 Top 3 Highlights 🔥 Hashtags for Promotion #JoeyPinz #MSPInfluencer #ForzaDash #Cybersecurity #MSP #AI #SentinelOne #Leadership #GrowthMindset #Innovation #TechLeadership #PersonalGrowth #HealthTransformation #Automation #Resilience #PodcastInterview #AIinSecurity #ITNation #MSPCommunity #JoeyPinzPodcast --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindful Support the show

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” trauma, how experiences get stored in the nervous system, and why self-compassion is a biological necessity, not a luxury. She opens up about her own story of adoption, identity, and transformation—showing that what breaks us can also become the soil for growth. You’ll learn how to calm your body’s alarm system, regulate your vagus nerve, and approach personal change with both structure and softness. Erica and Joey discuss how modern society confuses discipline with punishment, and how true strength comes from balance, not burnout. 💡 Whether you’re healing, leading, or simply growing—this conversation will shift how you think about trauma, motivation, and the science of being human. 🔹 Top 3 Highlights big Tlittle t 🔖 Hashtags #JoeyPinzPodcast #TraumaHealing #SelfCompassion #Neuroscience #PersonalGrowth #MindBodyConnection #EmotionalIntelligence #HealingJourney #SomaticTherapy #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare #NervousSystemRegulation --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to Support the show

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 the same creative DNA: structure, intuition, and flow. Robin opens up about 🎼 overproduction in the digital age, 🎯 how AI is transforming creativity and channel strategy, and 💬 why trust and community are the heartbeat of successful MSPs. They dive deep into what keeps MSPs awake at night — cybersecurity, talent, and growth — and how benchmarking and peer groups can be a game-changer. Robin also reflects on ✨ success, motivation, and the power of human connection in a world full of noise. 🎾 Plus: tennis in Wimbledon, family life, and how slowing down can lead to breakthrough insights. 🔹 Top 3 Highlights 🧭 SEO + Metadata Meta Description: A powerful conversation with Omdia’s Robin Ody on creativity, AI, and the MSP channel. From music production to market data, he shares insights on growth, purpose, and the art of staying human in a digital world. Tags: MSP, Channel Partners, AI, Music Production, Creativity, Omdia, Benchmarking, Data Insights, Peer Groups, Cybersecurity, Growth, Leadership, Joey Pinz Podcast Slug: music-creativity-ai-and-the-msp-channel Focus Keyphrase: creativity and data in the MSP channel #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzPodcast #MSPInfluencer #ForzaDash #ChannelPartners #MSPCommunity #Omdia #MSPInsights #Creativity #AIandData #MusicToBusiness #Benchmarking #Cybersecurity #MSPGrowth #PeerGroups #Leadership #Motivation #Purpose #Innovation #HumanConnection #WorkLifeBalance #TennisCulture #PodcastInterview --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: Support the show

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 innovation. Rackie reflects on learning piano 🎵 to unwind between board meetings, balancing leadership with fatherhood, and instilling clarity amid growth from $7 million to nearly $200 million ARR. He explains how KeyFactor protects billions of digital identities and why future-proofing enterprise cryptography matters for every industry. 🔥 Top 3 Highlights: 1️⃣ How quantum computing & AI will transform enterprise security 🔐 2️⃣ The power of focus and patience in leadership and parenting 🧠 3️⃣ Why discipline is about strategic restraint—not rigidity ⚖️ 🎯 A must-listen for tech leaders, founders, and parents seeking balance between innovation and integrity. 🏷️ Hashtags #JoeyPinz #Podcast #Leadership #Cybersecurity #QuantumComputing #AI #KeyFactor #BusinessGrowth #Mindset #Parenting #Innovation #Resilience #Entrepreneurship #TechLeadership #DigitalIdentity #JoeyPinzPodcast --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialo Support the show

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 technology, they’re shaping it. From exploring what’s real vs. artificial online to understanding how information shapes perception, he reveals how to keep learning relevant in the age of ChatGPT and digital disruption. 💪 Beyond the classroom, he opens up about his own transformation—losing 130 pounds, redefining success with SMART goals, and his 3D Rule: Do it. Dump it. Delegate it. His story reminds us that structure and focus aren’t just for machines—they’re keys to human growth too. 🔥 Top 3 Highlights: 1️⃣ Teaching AI & cybersecurity to Gen Z innovators. 2️⃣ The 3D Rule for clarity and productivity. 3️⃣ How structure and mindset drive lasting change. #CyberBay2025 #AI #Cybersecurity #STEM #Education #Technology #JoeyPinzPodcast #TampaBay #GrowthMindset #Innovation 🏷️ Meta Data Meta Description: Live from Cyber Bay 2025 in Tampa Bay, a STEM educator shares how AI and cybersecurity are reshaping classrooms—and how his personal 3D Rule and 130-lb transformation prove that structure fuels both tech and life success. Tags: AI, cybersecurity, STEM education, Cyber Bay 2025, Tampa Bay, technology, innovation, podcast, Joey Pinz, growth mindset, SMART goals, 3D rule, personal transformation, teaching, youth empowerment Slug: cyberbay-2025-ai-cybersecurity-future-education Focus Keyphrase: AI and cybersecurity education at Cyber Bay 2025 🔖 Hashtags (SEO & Engagement Optimized) Primary: #CyberBay2025 #TampaBay #AI #Cybersecurity #STEM #Education #Innovation #Technology #JoeyPinzPodcast Secondary: #GrowthMindset #SMARTGoals #3DRule #FutureOfWork #DigitalLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #EdTech #TeachersOfTech #STEMEducation #PersonalTransformation #FocusAndStructure Optional Event/Location Boosters: #FloridaTech #PascoCounty #CyberEvent #TechConference #AIInEducation #STEMLeadership #WomenInSTEM #NextGenLeaders --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhSupport the show

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 in 2025. Deral breaks down AI’s double-edge—amplifying attackers while supercharging defenders—and why small businesses should lean on managed services and a 24/7 SOC instead of drowning in tools 🧰➡️🛰️. He previews his Cyber Bay talk on IoT end-of-life risks and pushes leaders to treat connected devices as business enablement—not a boogeyman. We also dig into sustainable work habits after burning out on 16-hour days, health turnarounds, and making weekends sacred for family and antique-hunting 👨‍👩‍👧🛍️. If you care about AI, IoT, and practical security (without the hype), this conversation delivers field-tested wisdom and a few great stories. Top 3 Highlights Hashtags #Cybersecurity #AI #IoT #Rapid7 #CyberBay2025 #TampaBay #MSP #PenTesting #DataSecurity #WorkLifeBalance #VisualHistory #SOC --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking Support the show

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. 👩‍🏫 A former Purdue professor and founder of a 7-university consortium, she’s helping 325+ educators earn graduate credentials — reaching 40,000+ high school students nationwide. But with shrinking federal grants, she’s now calling on corporations to step up and sponsor teachers who are shaping tomorrow’s defenders. 💬 Top 3 Highlights: 1️⃣ How AI and quantum are transforming cybersecurity education. 2️⃣ Why every teacher deserves access to modern cyber tools. 3️⃣ The inspiring fight to keep her national program alive through private support. 💪 This episode blends innovation, impact, and heart — proving that real change begins with one determined educator. 🎯 “If I don’t take care of myself, how can I do something good for anybody else?” — Melissa Dark 🔖 Hashtags #CyberSecurityEducation #AIinLearning #CyberBay2025 #WomenInSTEM #EdTech #CyberAwareness #JoeyPinzPodcast #STEMEducation #FutureOfLearning #CyberTeachers #Cybersecurity #EducationInnovation #TechForGood --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeShari Support the show

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, humility, and trust fuel progress in both tech and life. She reflects on her TEDx Sugar Creek journey, turning raw burnout into a message that now inspires thousands. We dive into: 1️⃣ How her military mindset evolved into collaborative cybersecurity leadership 2️⃣ Why AI and quantum bring both opportunity and risk 3️⃣ The life lessons behind her motto — “Choose your hard.” Nia reminds us that real success starts with stillness, service, and consistent action — whether hiking mountain peaks or leading global security teams. 🔥 Insightful. Grounded. Human. 🎧 Recorded live in Tampa at Cyber Bay 2025. 🏷️ Hashtags #JoeyPinzPodcast #CyberBay2025 #Cybersecurity #AI #QuantumComputing #Leadership #WomenInTech #MilitaryToTech #Resilience #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Technology #Inspiration --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzC Support the show

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 surgery and months of recovery, he emerged with a scar that tells a bigger story—one of strength, perspective, and living “built for more.” In this conversation, Joey Pinz explores how Mike turned adversity into a mission to help others reclaim their health and mindset. From overcoming physical limitations to teaching trainers how to build meaningful careers, Mike’s story proves that success isn’t just measured by fitness goals—it’s measured by impact. ✨ Highlights: Mike reminds us: your body doesn’t lie—listen to it, fuel it, and use every challenge as a springboard for growth. #BuiltForMore #CancerSurvivor #Resilience #ComebackStory #FitnessMotivation #HealthJourney #MindsetMatters #OvercomingAdversity #PodcastInterview #JoeyPinzPodcast #WellnessJourney #SurvivorStrong #InspirationDaily #PersonalTraining #FamilyFirst --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney Support the show

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 fitness became her lifeline, why “discipline beats motivation every time,” and how she helps women over 40 reclaim their identity, confidence, and strength. 🔥 Top 3 Highlights: This episode will leave you inspired, challenged, and reminded that as long as you’re breathing, there’s hope. 🔖 Hashtags #SobrietyJourney #RecoveryIsPossible #WomenOver40 #FitnessMotivation #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowth #TransformationStory #AddictionRecovery #MidlifeReinvention #StrongNotPerfect #HealthAndWellness #HopeAndHealing #SelfImprovement #Empowerment #JoeyPinzPodcast --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDisc Support the show

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 diverse tools can help release trauma and reconnect us with our higher selves. 🌟 Through her personal story of immigration, abuse, and resilience, she reveals how pain can become purpose—and why integrating mind, body, and spirit is essential for true recovery. We explore the three stages of healing—awareness, willingness, and readiness—and why closure, forgiveness, and self-love are key. 💡 Whether you’ve faced trauma yourself or want to better support others, this conversation opens the door to understanding how vibrations, intuition, and spiritual practices work alongside clinical science. 🔑 Highlights This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking balance, self-discovery, and lasting transformation. 📌 Hashtags #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #SpiritualGrowth #SelfLove #MindBodySpirit #HealingJourney #EnergyWork #EMDR #HolisticHealing #Awareness #Podcast #JoeyPinzPodcast --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeade Support the show

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-changing world. 💬 Nadir shares powerful insights on leading through constant change, transforming operations, and aligning vendor partnerships with purpose. He compares today’s AI moment to the early days of the internet — a turning point that will reshape how MSPs deliver value, scale efficiently, and support clients with fewer manual tasks and greater intelligence. 🔥 Top 3 Highlights: 1️⃣ How AI will eliminate manual work and expand MSP capacity exponentially. 2️⃣ The cultural shift driving Kaseya’s next wave of innovation and partner focus. 3️⃣ Why events like DattoCon are essential for staying aligned with customer success. 🔑 A must-listen for MSPs ready to innovate, automate, and grow smarter. 🏷️ Hashtags #MSP #AI #Automation #TechGrowth #Kaseya #DattoCon #Innovation #Leadership #MSPInfluencer #JoeyPinzPodcast #FutureOfIT --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #Joe Support the show

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 connect to leadership. We dive into Pegasus’s approach to managed services, including co-managed IT, cloud strategy, and client partnerships. Terry also discusses the challenges MSPs face—cybersecurity, talent retention, and growth—and how discipline, peer groups, and culture fuel long-term success. ✨ Highlights: 📲 Hashtags #MSP #joeypinzpodcast #PegasusTechnology #Discipline #Cybersecurity #Cloud #MSPInfluencer --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDiscipline #JPC #JoeyPinnzConversations #PodMatch Want to be a guest on Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations? Send J Support the show

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 is reshaping business operations. Mitch also opens up about his personal weight-loss journey, showing how discipline is the key to both professional success and personal well-being. Highlights: #MSP #MSPs #AI #Cybersecurity #Discipline #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #TechPartnerships #TDsynnexInspire #Lenovo #ManagedServices #ChannelPartners #JoeyPinzPodcast --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDiscipline #JPC #JoeyPinnzConversations #PodMatch Want to be a guest on Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations? Send Joey Pinz a message on PodMatch, here: Support the show

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 Memorial Day Projects, forging partnerships with IT vendors for veteran training, and using mission-driven business to drive social change. Rob also reflects on his own discipline journey, from competitive bodybuilding to building trust and emotional loyalty in business. Highlights: #RobPurcell #22VetsFoundation #VeteranSupport #SuicidePrevention #Cybersecurity #Discipline #MissionDriven #MSP #TDSynnex #VeteransDayProject #MemorialDayProject --- Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration. Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration. 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinzhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More: https://www.joeypinz.comhttps://linktr.ee/joeypinz@TheJoeyPinzhttps://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ 🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor 💡 Support the Podcast: • Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz • One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations. Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates! #Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking #KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange #ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity #JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDiscipline #JPC #JoeyPinnzConversations #PodMatch Want to be a guest on Joey Pinz Discipli Support the show