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Five Years of Discipline Conversations

August 2026 marks five years since we sat down and began recording the Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations podcast.

Our first episode officially dropped on September 1, 2021, but the real beginning was one month earlier. During August 2021, we recorded more than 20 conversations and prepared to release them all that September.

Looking back, that sounds a little crazy. Maybe it was. But I have always believed that if you are going to do something, you should commit to it.

Five years later, that commitment has grown into more than 900 episodes and conversations with entrepreneurs, athletes, authors, veterans, technology leaders, creatives, and people who have overcome challenges most of us could never imagine.

The statistics make this milestone even more meaningful:

• Roughly 75% of podcasts are no longer actively producing new episodes.
• Many podcasts begin losing momentum before reaching their seventh episode.
• Of podcasts included in one recent industry study, only 20% reached 500 episodes.
• Listen Notes currently ranks Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations in the top 2.5% of podcasts worldwide. Listen Notes
• Our show has now produced more than 900 episodes—nearly twice the 500-episode milestone reached by only a minority of established shows.

You may have seen claims that 91% of podcasts never make it beyond 10 episodes or that 93% fail to last one year. Those figures are frequently repeated, but I could not find a reliable current study supporting them. The more defensible statistics above still tell the story: starting a podcast is easy; continuing one for five years is not.

But this was never about chasing an episode count.

It was—and still is—about one question:

Our 900th Episode Drops This Month Non-Profits

August brings another major milestone: the 900th episode of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations.

We recently asked you what you wanted to hear for this special episode. Based on your suggestions, we are creating something different—a collection of memorable clips and powerful moments from recent conversations.

After nearly five years of asking questions, listening to stories, and learning from remarkable people, this episode will be a chance to pause and revisit some of the lessons that stayed with us.

Thank you to everyone who responded to the survey and helped shape the episode. I know you will enjoy it—and I cannot wait to share it with you.

New Episodes Arriving in the First Half of August 2026

Conversations From Pax8 Beyond 2026

The first half of August is packed with conversations recorded live at Pax8 Beyond 2026—one of the premier gatherings for technology leaders, cybersecurity experts, MSPs, and innovators shaping the future of our industry.

Across these episodes, one theme kept surfacing: technology may be changing faster than ever, but people, trust, leadership, and discipline remain at the center of meaningful progress. We discussed artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, global teams, burnout, business growth, and the opportunities ahead for MSPs.

Dropping August 5

#889 Brent Whitfield: 🚀 From Garage Startup to Eight-Figure Exit: Lessons for MSP Leaders

Brent shares the entrepreneurial journey from building a company in his garage to achieving an eight-figure exit. It is a conversation about growth, leadership, risk, and the lessons MSP owners should understand before their businesses reach the next level.

#890 Robert J. Scott: ⚖️ Why AI Can’t Replace Human Expertise in High-Stakes Decisions

AI can analyze enormous amounts of information, but it cannot replace judgment, experience, and accountability. Robert explains why human expertise remains essential when legal, ethical, and business consequences are on the line.

#891 Dave Meister: 🚀 From Tech Apprentice to Global Cybersecurity Leader

Dave’s career began as a technology apprentice and grew into global cybersecurity leadership. His story demonstrates how curiosity, continuous learning, and a willingness to embrace new challenges can create opportunities we never expected.

#892 Kim Simmonds: 🚀 How Growth, Mindset & AI Are Reshaping Business Success

Business growth requires more than better technology—it requires the right mindset and the ability to adapt. Kim shares how leaders can embrace AI and innovation while continuing to invest in their people and culture.

#893 Daniel Danielli: 🚀 How AI Is Changing Cybersecurity Faster Than Most Businesses Realize

Artificial intelligence is transforming both sides of cybersecurity, creating more capable defenders and increasingly sophisticated threats. Daniel explains why businesses and MSPs must understand these changes now, rather than waiting until the risks become impossible to ignore.

#894 Ryan Sigouin: Why Your Best Growth Opportunity Is Already in Front of You

Many businesses are so focused on finding the next customer that they overlook the opportunities already inside their existing relationships. Ryan discusses how MSPs can grow by listening more closely, recognizing unmet needs, and delivering greater value to the clients they already serve.

#895 Ola Witukiewicz: 🧘 From Burnout to Balance in a Hyperconnected World

Being constantly connected does not mean we are living or working at our best. Ola shares an honest perspective on burnout, balance, and learning to create healthier boundaries in a world that rarely seems to slow down.

#896 Gagan Singh: The AI Revolution: Opportunity, Risk, and the Future of Humanity

AI presents extraordinary possibilities, but it also raises serious questions about responsibility, security, employment, and humanity’s future. Gagan explores both sides of the revolution and why thoughtful leadership will be essential as these systems become more powerful.

#897 Daniel De La Garza: Why AI Governance Is Becoming Every MSP’s Next Big Opportunity

As businesses adopt AI, they will need help establishing policies, managing risk, and protecting sensitive information. Daniel explains why AI governance could become one of the most important new service opportunities for forward-thinking MSPs.

Dropping August 12

#898 Jason Myers: 🤖 AI Is Powerful… But Not as Smart as You Think

AI can produce impressive results, but it still has significant limitations that businesses cannot afford to overlook. Jason separates the excitement from the reality and explains why human oversight remains critical.

#899 Joe Levy: ⚖️ Balancing Technology, Growth & Leadership

Strong leadership requires knowing when to move quickly and when to slow down and listen. Joe discusses the balance between innovation, sustainable growth, and the responsibility leaders have to the people around them.

#900 Joey Pinz: Episode 900 Celebration

Five years after we began recording, we arrive at our 900th episode. Based on your survey responses, this special celebration brings together memorable clips, meaningful lessons, and powerful moments from recent conversations—and I know you will enjoy it.

#901 Luisa Balaniuc: 🚀 Building Teams Without Borders

Today’s best talent may be located anywhere in the world. Luisa discusses how leaders can build strong global teams through clear communication, shared values, trust, and a culture that extends beyond geography.

#902 Ryan Walsh: 🚀 Building the Future Through Trust, Innovation & AI

Technology moves quickly, but lasting partnerships are still built on trust. Ryan shares how MSPs can embrace innovation and AI while protecting the relationships that have always driven the channel forward.

#903 Brian O’Shaughnessy: 🚀 From Startup Panic to Lasting Success

The early stages of building a company can feel like a constant cycle of pressure, uncertainty, and urgent decisions. Brian reflects on navigating startup panic and developing the discipline, resilience, and perspective required to build something that lasts.

#904 Jessica C. Davis: 🐸 Frogs, Fitness & Finding Joy

Not every important conversation has to begin with business or technology. Jessica brings humor and humanity to a discussion about fitness, personal interests, and intentionally making room for joy.

#905 Rob Bruce: 🌍 From Africa to MSP Success

Rob’s journey from Africa to success in the MSP community is one of adaptation, perseverance, and opportunity. He shares how his experiences shaped his leadership and his view of what it takes to succeed in a constantly changing industry.

Looking Ahead

These conversations from Pax8 Beyond reminded me why events like this matter. Yes, we gather to discuss technology, cybersecurity, AI, and business growth—but the most valuable moments often come from sitting across from someone, listening to their journey, and discovering the lessons behind their success. August is also a celebration of five years and 900 episodes, but we are not slowing down. There are still more people to meet, more questions to ask, and many more lessons to learn.