Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations

Send us Fan Mail 🎤 What does it really take to build a lasting career in comedy—without selling out, burning out, or losing yourself along the way? In this episode of Joey Pinz Disciple Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with stand-up comedian Danny Johnson for an honest, laugh-filled conversation about the craft of clean comedy , personal growth, and the routines that support long-term success....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Mark Hardy , a retired U.S. Navy Captain and longtime cybersecurity executive, for a powerful conversation on leadership, growth, and decision-making under pressure. Mark shares what it was like stepping into command on September 11th in Lower Manhattan , leading without resources, infrastructure, or...

Send us Fan Mail How do we protect ourselves in a digital world where attackers face almost no real consequences ? In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with cybersecurity founder and inventor Mike Siers for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges everything we assume about online security, identity, and trust. Mike’s journey begins in the Florida Nat...

Send us Fan Mail 🧠💻 What really happens when systems are attacked—and why most people never see it coming? In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with cybersecurity leader Linton Harris for a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s actually like inside a modern Security Operations Center (SOC). From his early days on AOL tech support to managing 24/7 security tea...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with therapist, author, and conscious living guide Katherine Jansen-Byrkit to explore what it truly means to move from surviving life to living awake . Katherine shares her personal journey—from childhood trauma and a suicide attempt at 16 to a lifetime devoted to healing, meditation, and helping others reclaim th...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you truly learn to listen to your body? In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Dr. Mary Sanders , a chiropractor turned medical intuitive, to explore how meditation, energy awareness, and intuition shape the way we heal, perform, and show up in the world. Dr. Mary shares how losing part of her hearing at a young age sharpened her...

Send us Fan Mail 🌱 What if the missing link in leadership isn’t strategy — but meaning? In this episode of Joey Pinz Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Yosi Amram , leadership coach, former two-time public company CEO, and author of Spiritually Intelligent Leadership . Yosi introduces the concept of Spiritual Intelligence (SI) — a third dimension of intelligence that goes beyond IQ and EQ t...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Dr. Toni Cooper , a psychologist with over four decades of experience helping people break through emotional, mental, and spiritual barriers that keep them stuck. Dr. Toni shares her origin story—from growing up with structure and accountability through Catholic education, to forming a deep personal relationship with Jesus at...

Send us Fan Mail What if the very thing you were told would “ruin” your health was actually the moment everything clicked? In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Allyson Hurley , a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and longtime probation officer, to unpack how mindset—not restriction—is the true driver of lasting health change. Allyson shares the now-famous “cheesecake...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply thoughtful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Siddharth “Sid” Karnati , a 16-year-old TEDx speaker, student author, and advocate for youth mental health. What unfolds is a remarkably mature discussion on sports as therapy , emotional resilience, and why performance without well-being is a dangerous trap—especially for teens and parents alike. Sid sh...

Send us Fan Mail What if bravery isn’t something you’re born with—but a skill you can train? In this powerful and deeply thoughtful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Jill Schulman , a former U.S. Marine Corps officer, positive psychology expert, and author of The Bravery Effect . Together, they explore what bravery really is, why fear never goes away, and how choosing action—especially when i...

Send us Fan Mail In this wide-ranging and deeply thoughtful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Jason Magee , former CEO of ConnectWise and current CEO of Cynet , to unpack what leadership really looks like when the stakes are high and the noise is constant. Jason shares his personal journey through a major health challenge, a high-profile CEO transition, and the mindset shift required when mov...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when elite performance ends—but the pain doesn’t? In this powerful episode of Joey Pinz Conversations , Joey sits down with former All-American linebacker and two-time national champion Brandon Day to unpack the hidden cost of high achievement—and the unexpected path to renewal. Brandon opens up about life after sports, identity loss, chronic pain, and burnout that sp...

Send us Fan Mail What would drive a 23-year-old to stage his own disappearance —and stay silent for 45 years? In this unforgettable conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Steven Kubacki, PhD , whose 1978 disappearance on the frozen ice of Lake Michigan became one of America’s most baffling mysteries. What the public never knew—until now—is that Steven’s disappearance was intentional, ideological,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Stan Lai , one of the most influential playwrights and directors of our time, to explore what creativity really is—and what it is not. Stan challenges the myth that creativity is mysterious or reserved for the gifted. Instead, he reveals how creativity is a traceable process of the mind , shaped by focus, patience, and the ability to remov...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Michaela Anderson , founder of LoyaltyOps™, to unpack why so many organizations stall—not because of strategy, tools, or talent—but because people aren’t aligned on how to think, behave, and decide together. Michaela breaks down the real difference between leaders and managers, why culture exists whet...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Joey Pinz Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Alexander Lange , a military veteran, TEDx speaker, and father whose life has been profoundly shaped by loss, resilience, and self-discovery. Alex shares the deeply personal story behind his TEDx talk “The Myth of a Pain-Free Life” , including the passing of his 18-month-old son, Liam. Rather than numbi...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a successful career no longer fits who you are? In this episode of Joey Pinz Conversations , Joey sits down with Casey Berman , a former attorney who walked away from the legal world to build a values-aligned life—and now helps others do the same without blowing everything up. Casey shares the hidden pressures inside the legal profession, from burnout and billabl...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when modern neuroscience , ancient plant medicine , and spiritual self-awareness collide? In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Dr. Leah Linder—naturopathic physician, reverend, and co-founder of Setas Seminary—to explore how psilocybin mushrooms are being used responsibly, ethically, and intentionally to support healing from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, a...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Dwain Daniels — a customer success leader, father of three, and creator of the Leave It Better movement — to explore what it means to show up with intention in every area of life. From leadership and family to faith, work ethic, and personal growth, Dwain shares how small, consistent actions can create lastin...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply moving episode of Joey Pinz Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Gina Cavalier , a multi-published author, artist, spiritual teacher, and founder of The Liberated Healer , for an honest conversation about creativity, pressure, identity, and healing from suicidal ideation. Gina shares her journey from working inside high-pressure Hollywood studios like Disney and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Hannah Bethman , founder of Hannah B. Wellness, for a deeply human conversation about gut health, hormones, burnout, and learning when to push—and when to pause. Hannah shares her powerful story of living with severe digestive issues from childhood through her teenage years, including chronic regurgit...

Send us Fan Mail Youth sports were meant to build character, confidence, and connection—so why do so many families now feel pressure, burnout, and rising tension in the stands? In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with longtime coach, Naval Academy graduate, sales leader, and author Darren Ault to explore what’s gone wrong… and what we can still save. Drawing from 33 years of coachin...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerhouse episode, Joey Pinz sits down with one of cybersecurity’s most influential builders—a serial market maker who has helped shape some of the industry’s most iconic companies. From Sourcefire and Fortinet to Cylance, Javelin, and now Sevco Security, Fitz brings unmatched perspective on what separates successful cyber companies from the rest—and what MSPs must do now...

Send us Fan Mail What if laughter wasn’t just a reaction—but a daily practice for better health, clarity, and connection ? In this uplifting episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations , Joey Pinz sits down with Cathy Nesbitt , internationally recognized as the Laughter Ambassador , to explore how intentional laughter can shift your body, mind, and energy—fast. Cathy breaks down laughter yoga ,...