Episodes

Hear raw rock music stories from the legends in the industry. ROCK LEGENDS. REAL STORIES. | THE BEST OF TEN THOUSAND MILES Some of my favorite conversations on Ten Thousand Miles have been with the incredibly talented musicians who have joined me over the years. For this special episode, I've pulled together some of my favorite moments from six unforgettable interviews! Featuring: Dino Jelusick – Powerhouse vocalist and musician Joel Hoekstra – Guitarist for Whitesnake, Trans-Siberian Orchestra,...

Is working from home ruining your career advancement? Many professionals focus so heavily on daily output that they neglect long-term strategy. People... Interaction... Mentoring...Protect your professional growth by balancing immediate performance with proactive career planning. If you want to avoid hitting a ceiling, you need to start thinking about your next move before your current role ends. GET TO THE OFFICE! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:25 What Working From Home Costs Your Career 05:50 The Me...

Is working from home ruining your career advancement? Many professionals focus so heavily on daily output that they neglect long-term strategy. People... Interaction... Mentoring...Protect your professional growth by balancing immediate performance with proactive career planning. If you want to avoid hitting a ceiling, you need to start thinking about your next move before your current role ends. GET TO THE OFFICE! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:25 What Working From Home Costs Your Career 05:50 The Me...

Most people only show interest when you have already achieved success, not when you are struggling or in need. This conversation breaks down the reality of entrepreneurship and why a lack of genuine drive is the number one reason people quit their goals. If you are chasing a dream, you need to understand how to sustain your mindset when the money isn't there yet. We explore the brutal honesty required for long-term business success and how to keep going when the world is against you. It is easy ...

AI job displacement isn't the real threat to your career. The person sitting at the next desk might be. Many professionals spend their time worrying about automation replacing their roles. While the technology is advancing, the true risk to your stability often comes from human peers who are adapting faster and working smarter. Improving your career advice strategy means focusing on what you bring to the table that software cannot replicate. When you shift your focus from the machine to your own...

How do legends like Jeff Beck shape your sound? Andy Timmons breaks down the reality of finding perfect guitar tone. Getting the right sound is not just about pedals or amps. Andy Timmons shares how his time touring with Olivia Newton-John and studying the playing style of Jeff Beck fundamentally changed his approach to the instrument. This conversation is a masterclass in musical expression. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you will learn how to stop chasing gear and start focusing on the e...

Can neuroperformance technology reach peak human performance? We look at the data behind shifting your brain states. Dr. David Bach discusses how specific neuroperformance technology can shift your brain states to optimize output. This conversation breaks down the experiment that started it all and how these methods apply to your daily routine. If you are looking for new productivity tools to refine your decision-making, this session provides a clear roadmap. We examine proven results suggesting...

Learn to master your emotions to change the trajectory of your life. The subconscious mind drives 95% of your daily actions. Most people operate on autopilot, unaware that their internal programming dictates their external results. In this conversation, we break down why your subconscious mind is the actual engine behind your habits and how you can begin to audit that programming to shape your reality more intentionally. Understanding these mechanisms is the first step toward true personal growt...

You might be on the one-yard line and not even know it. Why quit now when you are closer than you think? We often measure our progress by external milestones, but real growth is usually invisible until it hits the tipping point. If you feel like your effort isn't paying off, you might just be dealing with the gap between action and results. This is where most people abandon their goals, failing to see that their persistence is actually compounding beneath the surface. Only 32% of our community i...

Luck, success, leadership, career growth, resilience, relationships, preparation, and opportunity. Vic Pepe explains why “lucky” people may not actually have more luck. They build a bigger landing pad for it. In this episode, I pull a lesson from my first book, The Lucky 13: The Definitive Set of Core Competencies for Great Leadership, and dig into something I've thought about for most of my career: What if you could actually increase your chances of getting lucky? I used to call myself “the luc...

Vic and JD share personal stories from their own careers, including moments when success suddenly turned into uncertainty. They explore why we attach so much of our identity to our jobs, why losing a role can feel like losing our value, and how to separate a temporary setback from the bigger story of who we are. They also dig into the realities of today’s job market, from AI-driven resume screening and recruiter ghosting to the power of relationships, referrals, and having people willing to make...

Everyone faces embarrassing moments when starting out, but these experiences often shape our future trajectory. This discussion focuses on reframing failure and finding the value in those awkward early career lessons. If you feel stuck comparing your beginning to someone else's middle, this perspective on professional growth will help you reset your expectations. We explore why adopting a progress over perfection attitude is essential for long-term success. By looking at how minor setbacks serve...

Technology leadership requires more than just code. Learn how to balance serious decision-making with genuine joy. Sit down with Jason Tanaka, a fellow technologist and leader, as we break down the realities of managing technical teams. This conversation moves beyond standard management theory to focus on the human side of engineering management, exploring how we maintain authenticity while navigating high-stakes projects. We discuss the specific challenges of career growth in the current landsc...

David Karandish, founder and CEO of Capacity, returns to Ten Thousand Miles to unpack how his company rocketed from $5M to over $100M in annual recurring revenue in just three and a half years. David breaks down the three (soon to be four) big bets that built Capacity: automating customer support with AI, raising capital outside the traditional VC path, and running a "compound startup" playbook — a strategy borrowed from Rippling's Parker Conrad — to build, partner, and acquire (19 acquisitions ...

CEO Interview - What does it really take to grow a company from $6 million to more than $100 million in revenue? Leadership... In this episode of Ten Thousand Miles, Vic Pepe sits down with Josh Gould - CEO of The Big Word, investor, and entrepreneur who has spent decades building and scaling businesses through recessions, wars, AI disruption, and private equity ownership. Josh shares the unfiltered realities of entrepreneurship: why failure is the norm, how resilience beats brilliance, and why ...

See how a former Gladiators star handles public criticism. Learn how she pivots from being mocked to turning that attention into profit.In this candid Gladiators interview, we sit down to discuss the reality of life after the show. Many public figures face ridicule online, but this conversation explores a different approach: embracing the attention rather than fighting it. If you have ever wondered how to shift your mindset when people are laughing at you, this discussion offers a practical pers...

Josh Holyfield discusses the realities of building a legacy and the discipline required to sustain it. Get a raw look at his personal story and the specific mindset shifts needed for long-term growth. This session explores the journey behind the Josh Holyfield brand, moving past standard interview surface-level questions. We examine the foundational experiences that prepared him for his current trajectory and analyze the practical steps he takes to maintain daily consistency. This is for listene...

This episode features a candid conversation between the host and Alexa Palermo. If you are a fan of the show or interested in the journey behind this specific podcast, this episode provides direct insight into the themes being explored. Throughout the interview, Alexa Palermo shares her experiences while the host guides the dialogue to ensure a comprehensive overview. Whether you are catching up on previous episodes or just finding the 10000 Miles podcast for the first time, this session highlig...

Learn entrepreneur mentorship strategies from Dave Gutman. Discover practical business advice and founder lessons for your next venture. This episode sits down with Dave Gutman, a seasoned founder, speaker, and startup investor. We discuss his approach to building businesses and the core principles that guide his professional journey. Whether you are scaling a company or just starting out, his insights on entrepreneurship tips provide a clear roadmap for navigating common industry challenges. Th...

What does it take to close a $2.9 million loan with a doctor you've never met — in a state you're not even licensed in yet — all because of a letterboard and a LinkedIn post? Denise Panza has done it. Repeatedly. Denise is a 30-year mortgage veteran, licensed in 20 states, and one of the most authentic personal brand builders in the financial services industry. In this return appearance on Ten Thousand Miles, Denise and host Vic Pepe pull back the curtain on how she went from Facebook mom to Lin...

We're back with another episode of Ten Thousand Miles, and today I'm incredibly lucky to sit down with Anna Stallmann, founder of Ascent Strategic Communications. Whether you're a CEO trying to build influence, a founder considering a rebrand, or a professional wondering if you should start a podcast — this episode is for you. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Anna Stallmann 05:00 From the U.S. Senate to the Department of Defense 16:00 Launching Ascent Strategic Communications 19:00 The...

What does it actually look like when a CIO walks into a 20-year-old technology organization and turns it AI-first in under 12 months — without shutting anything down? In Part 3 of the Sage Tech series on Ten Thousand Miles, Vic Pepe sits down with Corey Kirspel, a transformational CIO in the healthcare technology space. This is not theory. This is a boots-on-the-ground account of one of the most compelling enterprise modernization stories in the AI era. Corey walked into a private equity portfol...

Join us as we sit down with Bruce Henderson, CTO of Sage-Tech.ai, to get an in-depth look at their platform and the #technology driving it. This conversation provides valuable insights into the technical operations and #leadership involved in their enterprise #aistrategy. Stay updated with the latest AI news and gain a deeper understanding of how AI is explained in practical applications. Bruce built his career maintaining, upgrading, and retiring the massive legacy systems that sit at the heart...

In this insightful podcast discussion, we dive deep into artificial intelligence technologies, exploring how ai works and its significant impact. Vic and Depak offer a comprehensive AI explanation for beginners, highlighting the future of AI. This episode provides valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of technology. What happens when enterprises try to modernize decades of legacy code — and fail? In Part 1 of this conversation, Vic Pepe sits down with Deepak Sharma, a veteran transform...