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AcquiredThe Steve Ballmer InterviewWe sit down with Steve Ballmer, the legendary former Microsoft CEO and owner of the LA Clippers, for an epic conversation covering his 34 years at Microsoft. Steve listened to our Microsoft episodes and had some thoughts to share — and boy, did he deliver. Steve takes us point-by-point through the original IBM DOS deal that started everything, how he built Microsoft's enterprise business from scratch, and offers his candid reflections on missing mobile and search. We also cover the story behind “developers, developers, developers”, the complexities of his relationship with Bill Gates (including a year where they didn't speak), and why he...2025-06-022h 59
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep9 – Negotiating With DemonsThis week on Spiritually Challenged, the guys sit down with Thane and Ellen Ostroth—seasoned shamanic healers known for stepping in when all else fails. These two don’t just light sage and say a prayer—they journey to other planes, confront non-human entities, and send pesky interdimensional hitchhikers (yes, we mean Demons!) packing.Steve would really prefer not to know if he’s hosting any surprise guests. But David wants to know. And he’s about to find out that somebody, somewhere was holding quite a grudge against him!Thane & Ellen Ostroth – stonewisdom.net2025-04-1549 min
Business With The BoyzEpisode 51 - Steve KanneIn this episode, Steve Kanne joins the Boyz to discuss his journey from starting Prime Communications in 2001 with his partner Brian to splitting it into Prime Connected and Prime Secured in 2022, now employing 120 people. Prime Connected focuses on structured cabling, data centers, and healthcare equipment, while Prime Secured handles physical security and IT. Steve emphasized the importance of communication, trust, and vulnerability in building a strong culture. He highlighted the impact of EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization) and leadership training with Chris Liccardo. Future plans include expanding into high-growth markets like Dallas-Fort Worth and refining their business...2025-04-081h 09
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep7 – Is Life A Dream?What if the reality you think you’re living in is just an illusion?In movies like The Matrix and The Truman Show, the characters slowly realize their world isn’t what it seems. But what if the same were true for us?In this episode, Jay leads the gang in a deep dive into the illusion of reality. He explores the idea that Consciousness created this universe of form to experience itself. And in order to make those experiences rich, immersive, and meaningful, it wrapped them in a brilliantly convincing illusion.Jay brea...2025-03-2537 min
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep6 - Tragedy & TranscendenceMaria Pe was a successful attorney and mother of two when an unthinkable tragedy struck her life. In an effort to survive and somehow make sense of all the pain, Maria began to explore spirituality. Eventually, she learned how to take shamanic journeys into higher, non-physical realms where she was greeted by ascended masters and loved ones who explained to her the great purpose behind her life.In this powerful and uplifting episode, Maria shares with Jay, David and Steve her hard-won discoveries about perseverance, forgiveness and the underlying benevolence of the universe that never wavers, even...2025-03-1850 min
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep5 - The Big Bang Of ConsciousnessIn this episode, Jay, David and Steve disagree about why the universe exists? Steve says it’s all science, and everything stems from the Big Bang. Jay says that’s just part of the answer, and that there is a spiritual equivalent to the Big Bang. And David doesn’t like to think about these things because they make him cry.Why do you think we are all here? Join us for this mind-expanding conversation and see who you think makes the most sense.2025-03-1133 min
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep4 - Channeling Pleiadians & FaeriesIn this episode, Jay, David and Steve welcome their first guest, the incomparable Nora Herold. Nora has been a professional psychic/medium for 30 years. She works predominately with The Pleiadians, The Faeries, & Yeshua as a direct voice channel while incorporating her intuition, psychic abilities, and knowledge of astrology. She is also a Reiki Master, a writer, a political activist, a feminist, and a comedian.Among many things, Nora and her guides discuss how humanity is in the process of “leveling up” to a higher dimensional reality, how Faeries are dying to help us with all our c...2025-03-0457 min
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep3 - Does Steve's Life Have Meaning?Do our lives have a greater purpose? Are the challenges that we face completely random? Can Steve resist the urge to turn his microphone into a percussion instrument?These are some of the questions our gang dig into, and it turns out their opinions vary greatly. Steve argues that life is like Seinfeld—a series of events with no real meaning. David would like to believe in something great, but he wrestles with fears about his children’s well-being – leading to a discussion on the karmic roots of our anxieties. And Jay? He s...2025-02-2531 min
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep2 - Who Am I?In their second episode, Jay asks David and Steve, “What is the core question of spirituality?” And both of them get it wrong – at least according to Jay who asserts that the core question of spirituality is “Who am I?”Jay presents the concept that there is really only one “I am” which we all share. And he illustrates this idea by relating a formative spiritual experience he had in his twenties – an experience his co-hosts would like to dismiss as “the placebo effect.”During the episode, the hosts also celebrate their new listener – Steve’s mother. And David trie...2025-02-1842 min
Spiritually ChallengedS1 Ep1 - Spirit GuidesIn their first episode, Jay quizzes David and Steve about their relationship (or lack thereof) with spirit guides – non-physical beings who help steer us through our lives. Jay talks specifically about his own 20-year connection with a spiritually entity known as “Guidance” who he communicated with through a medium. And he relates how his conversations with Guidance helped him move out of his lifelong struggle with depression and anxiety. Steve asks if he can go by the name “Oprah” whenever he’s on the podcast. 2025-02-1151 min
Resilience Development in ActionE.186 From Grief to Resilience: Navigating Loss, Empathy, and Recovery with David RobertsSend us a textWhat happens when life shatters your heart and soul, and you're left to pick up the pieces? Join us for a poignant conversation with David Roberts, a retired addictions professional and adjunct psychology professor, who has transformed his personal tragedy into a powerful message of resilience. After losing his daughter Janine to cancer, David's journey through grief offers profound insights into the human condition, touching on themes of imperfection and acceptance. His candid reflections provide a window into how grief has reshaped both his personal and professional life, offering a relatable narrative to...2025-01-081h 01