The Thunder Stock Show

Join us as we dive into the incredible journey of Paul Palmer, a former paratrooper turned parkour athlete and business innovator. Discover how Paul overcame physical challenges, including a crushed foot and back surgery, to master parkour and inspire others. Learn about his unique experiences, from serving in the historic Berlin Brigade to creating a platform that connects athletes with brands. T...

In this episode of the Thunderstock Show, host Ross Stockdale welcomes Glenn Rudin, the "Message Master," to explore the art of creative thinking and effective communication. Glenn shares insights from his extensive experience in sales, marketing, and business strategy, offering listeners valuable tips on crafting the right message for the right audience. Discover how creativity extends beyond tra...

Join Ross Stockdale and Carla Higham on the Thunderstock Show as they delve into the transformative power of the EOS life. Discover Carla's journey from Southeast Asia to the West Coast, her pioneering role in influencer marketing, and her insights on emotional intelligence and organizational clarity. This episode is a treasure trove of stories about personal growth, the importance of authenticity...

In this episode of The Thunder Stock Show , host Ross Stockdale climbs into the cockpit with Randall Taussig — private pilot, EOS Expert Implementer, and founder of BlueCore Leadership — to explore what it takes to gain altitude in business and life. Randall shares lessons from 2,500 hours in the sky and 13 years guiding over 100 entrepreneurial teams through the Entrepreneurial Operating System®...

What happens when a former investment banker burns the boats and builds his own path? In this episode, Ross welcomes Patrick O’Connell — 2x founder, CPA, and financial due diligence expert — for a powerhouse conversation on entrepreneurship, M&A, and the personal transformation that comes from going all in . Patrick shares how growing up in a family of seven, mowing lawns at age 8, and grindin...

In this heartfelt and high-impact episode, Ross sits down with Justin Boling — husband, father of five, serial entrepreneur, and seasoned EOS Implementer — to talk about what really matters in business and life. Justin shares his journey from being a self-professed workaholic, chasing corporate success at the cost of family and faith, to rediscovering balance and building a billion-dollar exit whi...

How do you scale a business and your impact—without burning out? In this energizing episode of The Thunderstock Show , I sit down with Julie Markee , a US-patented inventor, lifelong entrepreneur, and Certified EOS Implementer who’s as comfortable managing executive teams as she is her backyard chicken coop. We cover the arc of Julie’s career—from building wastewater systems at Frito-Lay to runnin...

Scaling a business doesn’t require swagger—it requires discipline. In this episode of The Thunderstock Show , I sit down with Frank Gustafson , Marine Corps veteran, 35-year sales leader, and founder of Strategic Training Partners, a Sandler Training firm helping founders get out of the weeds and build scalable sales systems. Frank shares how the discipline forged in the Marines became his unfair...

Every business owner wants clarity, but few are willing to slow down long enough to find it. In this episode of The Thunderstock Show , I sit down with Charlie Rhea — EOS Implementer, certified executive coach, and faith-driven NetWeaver — to explore how growth comes not in grand gestures, but in quiet, intentional inches. Charlie shares what it really looks like to lead with the Coach Approach —...

You know what to do. But doing it consistently —especially when it’s boring, uncomfortable, or emotionally risky—is where most leaders fall short. In this episode of The Thunderstock Show , I sit down with Rich McLaughlin , longtime leadership coach and EOS Implementer, for a conversation that blends emotional wisdom, entrepreneurial battle scars, and real-world insights into human energy and comp...

What happens when you stop judging and start getting curious about your business, your team, and even your life? In this heartfelt and deeply reflective episode, I sit down with Byron Attridge , serial entrepreneur and EOS Implementer, to explore how we grow as leaders by leaning into the uncomfortable work of communication, clarity, and cohesion . Byron opens up about: The burnout and success of...

What separates the good from the great? According to Mark O'Donnell, it's the ability to train for uncomfortable things for an uncommon amount of time . In this powerhouse episode, I sit down with Mark O'Donnell , CEO and Visionary of EOS Worldwide , serial entrepreneur, and Expert EOS Implementer. With over 100 companies under his belt, Mark has coached founders, scaled and sold businesses, and i...

About the guest, in his own words: I was born in the Netherlands, raised in Italy, and educated in the United States, but I've lived in Arkansas longer than anywhere else. I arrived in the US on a basketball scholarship, and met my wife Kelly in college. We have four kids together. I studied engineering in Italy before coming to the US. Here, I studied philosophy and religion and worked in the edu...

About the guest, in his own words: Bryan is a partner at onPurpose Growth and helps entrepreneurs grow their revenue. He's been in sales his whole 24-plus year career, and for the past 8+ years he and onPurpose Growth have a track record of helping businesses systematically grow their sales. He and his partner Jeff have a track record of helping consultants hit $1M in revenue or small businesses t...

About the guest, in her own words: Jackie Kibler believes in the power of entrepreneurs. As a first-generation American coming from a family of successful entrepreneurs, Jackie prides herself on empowering business leaders to overcome their toughest challenges and reach their goals. Jackie serves as an accountability partner and trusted advisor to clients by creating alignment and fast-tracking pr...

About the Guest, in his own words: Steve Morris began his career designing multi-million-dollar racing yachts and leading high-performing teams to win the world’s toughest yacht races. After managing a small business and overseeing million-dollar budgets as a certified PMP for the US Navy, Steve founded his own business to help entrepreneurial leaders build better lives by transforming their busin...

Will helps entrepreneurs and their leadership teams simplify, clarify, and achieve their vision. The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) helps companies get better at three things – VISION, TRACTION, and HEALTHY. At the end of the journey with Will, organizations using EOS find that everyone is 100% on the same page regarding where the company is going and exactly how it will get there. Company...

About the Guest, in his own words: Eli is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and their leadership teams run their businesses smoother. After spending most of his career on the leadership teams of companies, working hard to find the right solutions or systems needed, Eli knows what it’s like to wear a lot of hats and understands the joys – and the challenges – of running a successful business....

About the Guest, in his own words: As an Implementer, I’ve earned a reputation for being: Operations-minded: My clients benefit hugely from my background in operations, including project management, lean, and process design. Team-focused: I champion the entire Leadership Team, because I believe that the best way to get owners what they want from their businesses is to elevate their leaders, not ju...

About the guest, in his own words: As an entrepreneur, experienced marketer, and the Founder & CEO of &Marketing ( and-marketing.com ), Rajat “Raj” Kapur strives to provide growing businesses with unparalleled marketing strategy and execution services. He is known for bringing the best of “big company” marketing strategies to smaller companies, without the excess baggage. His team of profe...

About the guest, in his own words: With a track record of initiating and successfully exiting multiple small businesses and franchises, I bring a wealth of experience and insights to the entrepreneurial landscape. Through prosperous exits and valuable failures, I've honed my ability to navigate challenges and drive sustainable growth. Dedicated to driving organizational transformation through the...

About the guest, in his own words: I'm a Certified EOS implementer and I help businesses like yours achieve their vision and goals. Working with me means you'll get a proven system that aligns your team, clarifies your direction, and simplifies your operations. You'll also get a trusted partner who will guide you through every step of the process and hold you accountable for your results. I know i...

About the guest, in his own words: I was the middle of 9 children, raised in the military until I was 10, and experienced significant poverty when my father retired. I have been working since I was 11, have held over 30 different job roles and titles over my career. Began my career in construction, was injured, did vocational rehab for 14 months and yielded a specialist diploma in Accounting. Leve...

About the guest, in her own words: I’m Mel, a Certified EOS® Implementer and Business Coach dedicated to transforming the way entrepreneurs and business leaders lead. My journey began with a passion to make a real impact on leadership through personal and professional development. Over time, I recognized a need to help entrepreneurs and business leaders address the deeper, foundational challenges...

I was raised by my grandparents who ran a successful truck repair business. I always wanted to run my own business, but there was an unspoken rule in my family – “Go to college.” So I did—I earned a mechanical engineering degree in 1991. After graduation, I moved from New Jersey to Ireland for a year, then settled in Seattle, where I spent the next 20 years. I started my career in medical products...