Dean DeBiase - Reboot Media Networks

Unlike regular reboots, Hardcore-Reboots are reserved for organizations on the bleeding edge of irrelevance, obscurity and decline. These turnarounds are NOT for faint hearted leaders—they take everything and everyone you’ve got—with a hyper-focus on resetting your People/Platform/Passion in order to go from survival to revival! On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show, Lumen Technologies CEO Kate Johnson, breaks down how she is leading one of the boldest reinventions in modern infrastructure. Check out the tough cultural reboot she prioritized on day one, the shift from old-teleco to platform, and how they are rebuilding themselves to power the AI economy…for the long haul. Watch/Listen/Subscribe wherever you enjoy podcasts or here: Reboot >> zurl.co/bxLYv YouTube>> zurl.co/G1owm Spotify>> zurl.co/TyyCt Apple>> zurl.co/enjxJ

You can't Vibe Code your way out of the AI Shift-Show! On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles, EPAM Systems CEO Balazs Fejes, explains how he transformed a small Eastern European engineering shop into a global $5.5B public company. We unpack leadership lessons from scaling through crises and disciplines to build at global scale to navigating inflection points and why companies that successfully industrialize AI—not just experiment with it—will define the next decade of enterprise transformation. Listen/Watch/Subscribe to learn how to "get your mojo back" wherever you get podcasts or here: YouTube >> zurl.co/CNe5w Spotify >> zurl.co/iq5A3 Apple >> zurl.co/Oy5y3 Reboot >> zurl.co/orjMj

Do performance gaps leave you wondering—why does my AI suck? While today’s language models excel at generating on-demand tasks—in its adolescent hype-cycle phase it can fall short when the work requires scientific accuracy, computational rigor, or exactitude when making decisions with deep business, government or societal impacts. That performance gap is where enterprise value—and competitive advantages—will be created. When will AI generate scientifically grounded, decision-ready insights? Google/Alphabet Inc. wants it to be sooner [rather than...] with SandboxAQ—their billion dollar spinout. On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show, COO Andrew McLaughlin shows us what's next and exposes what it takes to build systems that operate beyond today’s amateur-hour AI models...ones that attack BIG issues, like molecular modeling, post-quantum cybersecurity, advanced medical diagnostics, or resilient navigation technologies—where precision, verification, and real-world reliability are mere tablestakes. Watch/Listen/Subscribe wherever you get podcasts or here: YouTube >> zurl.co/Qsu4g Spotify >> zurl.co/UzpGM Apple >> zurl.co/ApYvU Reboot >> zurl.co/JQ2ps

What is The U.S. Department of War stockpiling and need now more than ever? Gary C. Evans of U.S. Antimony unpacks it all on this explosive episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show. From bullets, bombs and missiles to data centers and your cell phone—the world order and global economy runs on antimony. Hear Gary’s personal flash-point story on how China tried to steal it from him and why the U.S. is racing to rebuild domestic sourcing of this critical-mineral to drive commerce and protect national security. Listen/Watch/Subscribe wherever you get podcasts or here: YouTube >> zurl.co/6mth6 Spotify >> zurl.co/x0BMj Apple >> zurl.co/tTC6R Reboot >> zurl.co/TIoP0

The best reboots don’t start with a flashy roadmap, which is why I quickly focus in on three areas: People/Platform/Passion. They often present themselves as insurmountable problems, with hidden opportunities buried in a big fat mess. Like Entrepreneurs, to be a real Rebooter, you must believe in your ability to attack the problems head on, which requires honesty, reflection, bluntness, and courage to make consequential decisions—fast. ALOHA CEO Brad Charron, unpacks it all on this eye-opening episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show—from how to kill failing ideas and toxic cultures to rebuilding all of your products and rebooting into a winning brand. Listen/Watch/Subscribe wherever you get podcasts or here: Website >> zurl.co/nLhy7 Spotify >> zurl.co/p68eX Apple >> zurl.co/SbfDI YouTube >> zurl.co/aLXjX

The global economy doesn’t run on boardrooms — it runs on shift workers. The nurses closing out overnight shifts. The restaurant teams powering through dinner rush. The warehouse crews unloading trucks before sunrise. They keep the real world moving — yet for decades, the systems built to support them were designed around office life. When schedules are unclear and communication breaks down, operations suffer. But when workers get clarity, consistency, and tools built for how they actually work, something shifts — pride returns, teams perform better, and businesses grow stronger. On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles, Silvija Martincevic, CEO of Deputy and a leader who has helped scale multiple billion-dollar businesses, shares her perspective on building high-growth companies that serve both scale and purpose — and why empowering frontline workers is one of the biggest opportunities in modern leadership. Youtube >> zurl.co/EWH7b Spotify >> zurl.co/UZXXJ Apple >> zurl.co/Y6ckZ Website >> zurl.co/POYUB

The CEO’s Job In The Age Of AI And Economic Warfare, Ram Charan - Author And Advisor AI and digital transformation are no longer operating in a vacuum. They are unfolding inside a world shaped by geopolitical pressure, economic coercion, and state-driven competition. CEOs are being forced to make technology, supply chain, and capital allocation decisions that carry consequences far beyond quarterly results. In this environment, leadership failure is rarely about a lack of information. It is about misreading the system in which the business actually operates. On this episode of the Reboot Chronicles Podcast, we have Ram Charan, a longtime advisor to CEOs and boards and the author of the newly released China’s 90% Model. Ram explains how China’s economic strategy is reshaping global markets, why most companies misunderstand the nature of that competition, and what it means for AI adoption, productivity, and leadership fit in the decade ahead. From defining who truly drives outcomes inside organizations to why CEOs must personally own transformation, he connects boardroom decisions to the broader forces determining which companies and countries will lead next. Youtube >> zurl.co/cAD0O Spotify >> zurl.co/IsiqR Apple >> zurl.co/ilKY1 Website >> zurl.co/JAlWs

Rebuilding Business With AI’s “Weirdness”, Allie K. Miller - Open Machine Angel Investor The AI conversation has a weird habit of starting in the wrong place. It starts with tools, charts, and lists of new model releases. But in boardrooms and break rooms, the real story revolves around people trying to figure out what still makes them valuable when the pace of change is no longer measured in years, but in weeks. The future is arriving in compressed cycles, and for many, the unease isn’t about technology. It’s about security and whether they can keep up long enough to benefit from what’s coming next. That’s why this episode of The Reboot Chronicles lands with such urgency. Dean DeBiase is joined by Allie K. Miller, one of the most influential voices in artificial intelligence today. Allie is an advisor, investor, educator, and former AI leader at both IBM and Amazon Web Services. With millions following her work and enterprises relying on her guidance, Allie sits at the intersection of capability and everyday reality, translating AI’s fast-moving “what’s possible” into practical, human-centered transformation. Youtube >> zurl.co/7e3eS Spotify >> zurl.co/WuEpL Apple >> zurl.co/tnKXo Website >> zurl.co/2S2Dw

Reshaping Industrial Distribution: Brian Walker Reimagining Grainger’s Digital Future Industrial distribution rarely makes headlines, yet it quietly powers nearly every corner of the modern economy. When factories run, hospitals operate, and infrastructure stands strong, it’s because an intricate and largely invisible supply network is performing as intended. . Today, that network is under pressure from rising customer expectations, global volatility, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence. Even industries built on stability are being forced to rethink how they operate; the question is, can they adapt fast enough? On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles, we sit down with Brian Walker, Chief Product Officer of WW Grainger. Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, Grainger is a Fortune 500 company generating $18 billion in annual revenue, employing roughly 26,000 people, and delivering more than 30 million products daily to customers across nearly every U.S. ZIP code’ now imagine the global reach. . Brian is leading one of the largest B2B digital transformations in the world, rebooting how industrial, commercial, and government buyers connect and transact at scale; as pressure to modernize accelerates with diminishing margins. Let’s explore how this 20year veteran is leveraging technology to prove that reinvention is not only possible, but profitable Spotify >> zurl.co/R3OeE Youtube >> zurl.co/oBdCc Website >> zurl.co/6YyAj Apple >> zurl.co/tUpK4

For years, modern medicine has promised certainty—more data, sharper diagnostics, faster answers. Yet some spiritual moments defy logic and explanation. Instances where coma patients awaken after weeks of silence, or individuals once immobilized by Lewy Body disease rise and walk with strength. These are modern-day miracles, often grounded in faith and prayer, reminding us that healing can transcend science. To help navigate the collision of faith, miracles, and medicine, Dr. Marc Siegel, Clinical Professor at NYU Langone Health and Senior Medical Analyst for FOX News, joins the Reboot Chronicles Show. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or here: YouTube>> zurl.co/0LLMc Apple>> zurl.co/r2cLA Spotify>> zurl.co/NnUJQ Website>> zurl.co/yHT8t

A2Z Cust2Mate CEO @GadiGraus joined @DeanDeBiase on The Reboot Chronicles to talk about putting real AI intelligence on the cart and rebuilding the journey around the shopper. 🎧 rebootchronicles.com/rebooting-groc… #Cust2Mate $AZ

You don't want to miss this, With the constant conversation of how AI and the age of data centers will change daily life, it's important to understand how our consumer behavior will change. Supermarkets and grocery stores are a staple of our daily lives with stores can go decades without modifying their layout. It is the exact type of industry that needs a reboot to bring it into 21st century consumer demands. Imagine an intelligent cart that not only guides you to your favorite aisles and most-purchased items but also surfaces personalized offers so you never miss out on your favorite pleasures. Imagine a shopping experience that anticipates your needs, transforms routine errands into discovery, and makes the store feel like it was designed just for you. On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show, we’re joined by Gadi Graus, the CEO of Cust2Mate - A2Z (NASDAQ: AZ), who has made all of that a reality— Listen wherever you get your podcasts or here: YouTube>> zurl.co/UxDtw Apple>> zurl.co/CRhSa Spotify>> zurl.co/QIFpZ Website>> zurl.co/IVcoR

From powering nations to fueling the explosive growth of AI, the energy sector is at the center of innovation, geopolitics, and technological transformation. As data centers expand and tech giants demand ever more power, the question of how we generate, manage, and reinvent energy has never been more critical. That’s why, in this episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show, we’re diving deep into the worldwide energy landscape—examining both global dynamics and the challenges here at home. From Tank Commander to Energy Secretary, Dan R. Brouillette joins us to discuss his key insights on the energy landscape. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or here: YouTube>> zurl.co/tdv9x Apple>> zurl.co/gILas Spotify>> zurl.co/uALAo Website>> zurl.co/4AlM8

With the rapid advancement of technology and globalization of markets, it can be a challenge protecting the billions of assets being trade across the world. One of the giants of insuring these trades, Allianz Trade in North America, holds assets under management of more than $900 Billion. Listen in as their COO Artur Wisniewski joins the Reboot Chronicles to discuss how AI and automation are transforming financial ecosystems. Listen wherever SPOTIFY >> zurl.co/Metq3 YOUTUBE>> zurl.co/LSwNG WEBSITE>> zurl.co/Gnowo APPLE >> zurl.co/SJ0Sv

Whether you are optimistic due to large investments or in a state of panic due to big tech layoffs, AI is a massive point of discussion when it comes to the economy. Navigating the potential impacts on our national and global economy can be challenging. Peter Morici, former Chief Economist of the U.S International Trade Center and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business, joins the Reboot Chronicles to lend his expertise on the economic landscape. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the links below: YOUTUBE>> zurl.co/8yiCj SPOTIFY>> zurl.co/QapzW APPLE>> zurl.co/Id8IM REBOOT>>zurl.co/doG5T

With the rise of Generative AI, synthetic media has created a massive issue. Deepfakes are generated so well that they can be hard to distinguish from human-made content. Luckily, we have an expert who advises governments on the societal issues caused by synthetic media. Listen to Henry Ajder, an AI & Deepfake Cartographer and founder of Latent Space Advisory wherever you get podcasts or here: Apple >> zurl.co/ZTezH Spotify >> zurl.co/COJP3 YouTube >> zurl.co/uy8A8 Reboot >> zurl.co/yZo7T

While many professional services business facing hashtag#AI Irrelevance Obscurity and Decline, one CEO is Disrupting the Disruptive Disruptors with a $1B investment from private equity. Listen James A. Peko Grant Thornton (US) wherever you get podcasts or here: YouTube >> zurl.co/caOrO Spotify >> zurl.co/10ks7 Apple Podcasts >> zurl.co/P7pa5 Website >> zurl.co/KqwXd

While many entrepreneurs often wonder how their startup can survive and eventually become a "unicorn", one serial investor has figured out the keys to rebooting organizations. Listen to Brad Feld of Foundry and Techstars wherever you get podcasts or here: YouTube >> zurl.co/MM8fC Spotify >> zurl.co/hX8oo Apple Podcasts >> zurl.co/coxbB Website >> zurl.co/SE9v1

Want to know how to go from top Olympic Athlete to serial CEO and Reboot the Healthcare sector? Check out @sarkell on this episode of #TheRebootChronicles, wherever you get your podcast or here: Apple >> zurl.co/2plas Spotify >> zurl.co/eUHjK YouTube >> zurl.co/oisJN Reboot >> zurl.co/7OBxp

How do did a teen pop star reboot his music and himself? Ultimately leading to owning their own label and beer company, on this episode of The Reboot Chronicles we have Taylor Hanson on to unpack what leaders can learn from musicians about the next-generation of business. YouTube zurl.co/MLOzz Apple zurl.co/Jrb6d Spotify zurl.co/ZONTF Website zurl.co/je3DQ