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Peaking Podcast
by Wyatt Carr & Bryan Mikolaitis
We built this podcast to meet amazing people, and showcase their stories of grit, courage, and ingenuity! On Peaking, Wyatt Carr and Bryan Mikolaitis sit down with business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and friends from Denver, Portland, and beyond to dive into their journeys—how they built their companies, navigated challenges, and balanced peak performance in both work and life. Expect insightful conversations, practical takeaways, and a little bit of randomness sprinkled in along the way! Peaking is guaranteed!
Episodes
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#47 - Peaking with Kyle Jennings! Writing in the age of AI slop
Summary In this episode of Peaking, host Wyatt Carr interviews Denver entrepreneur Kyle Jennings, a copywriter who transitioned directly into freelancing after college. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of writing in the age of AI, the importance of networking, and the value of…
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#46 - Peaking with Dr. Josh Simmons! Building Success Out of Nothing
In this episode, Wyatt Carr interviews Dr. Josh Simmons, author of 'Ex Nihilo', discussing his unconventional career journey, the importance of finding passion, and the allure of achievement. They explore the significance of commitment, mentorship, and hobbies in personal growth, as well as the...
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#45 - Peaking with Christian Elston! From the CIA to Cybersecurity.. and Fitness?
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Christian Elston, a former CIA officer turned cybersecurity expert and fitness coach. Christian shares his unique journey from a young age, his experiences in the CIA, and the lessons learned about confidence, mindset, and the...
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#43 - Peaking with Avi Latner! Revolutionizing 3D Creation with AI: The Sloyd Journey
In this episode of The Peaking Podcast, host Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Avi Latner, co-founder of Sloyd, a startup focused on revolutionizing 3D creation using AI. Avi shares his journey from Israel to the U.S., his early career in product management, and the challenges he faced while building...
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#44 - Peaking with Timothy Daniel! From Indonesia to Silicon Valley!
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Timothy Daniel, the CEO of RIMBA, an AI automation software company focused on operational analytics and compliance data management for energy companies. Timothy shares his unique journey from Indonesia to Silicon Valley, his...
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#42 - Peaking with Parth Modi! Navigating the AI Venture Landscape!
In this episode of the Peaking podcast, hosts Wyatt Carr and Parth Modi discuss the intersection of AI, startups, and venture capital. Parth shares insights into Array Ventures' unique approach to investing in technical founders, emphasizing the importance of speed, technical expertise, and the...
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#41 - Peaking with Joseph Deville! Mastering Go-To-Market Strategies with Clay
In this conversation, Joseph Deville, a go-to-market expert, shares insights on building effective go-to-market strategies, transitioning from IT to sales, and the importance of email marketing in lead generation. He discusses the tools and technologies that facilitate successful email campaigns,...
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#40 - Peaking with Alex Doonanco! Revolutionizing Medicare with AI: Carecycle's Journey
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Alex Doonanco, CEO and co-founder of careCycle, an AI-driven operating system for Medicare agencies. Alex discusses the evolution of voice AI technology, its misconceptions, and how careCycle is transforming the Medicare…
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#39 - Peaking with Noel Wilson! Automating Software Development with Intelligenic!
In this conversation, Wyatt Carr peaks Noel Wilson, founder of Intelligenic, discussing his journey from a tech enthusiast in Silicon Valley to an entrepreneur addressing the challenges in software development through AI. They explore the evolution of technology, the importance of customer...
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#38 - Peaking with Dmitry Karpov! Revolutionizing Medical Documentation with AI
In this conversation, Dimitri Karpov shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early ventures in Russia to his current role as co-founder of Work Done, a healthcare technology company. He discusses the challenges and motivations behind building innovative solutions in the healthcare...
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#37 - Peaking with Sneha Kumari! Revolutionizing Construction with AI
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Sneha Kumari, co-founder of Merlin AI, shares her journey from being an engineer in supply chain and construction to launching an AI-powered enterprise software tailored for the construction industry. She discusses the challenges faced in traditional...
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Leadville 100 MTB: Getting that first buckle!
Quick break from our regular programming to talk through the PEAK I just had of conquering Leadville MTB!If you're considering it, TLDR: Plan your nutrition, expect the worst, and practice climbing!Enjoy! Fueled by Mammothbar.com, use code PEAKING
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#36 - Peaking with Helly Shah! Revolutionizing Mortgages with AI!
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, host Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Helly Shaw, co-founder and CTO of Approval AI, a startup revolutionizing the mortgage industry through AI-powered automation. Helly shares her journey from working at Google and Goldman Sachs to founding Approval AI, driven…
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#35 - Peaking with Ben York! From Finance to Founding
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Ben York, CEO of Genetica OC, shares his entrepreneurial journey from finance to venture capital and ultimately to founding his own startup. He discusses the importance of understanding market dynamics, the role of founders in investment decisions, and the...
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#34 - Peaking with Andy Bozzo! The Tech That's Changing Firefighting Forever!
From the fireline to the founder’s seat!Andy Bozzo spent his career making split-second decisions that saved lives. Now, he’s bringing that same urgency and precision to technology with Tablet Command — a platform revolutionizing incident command for firefighters.In this episode, we cover:🔥 The...
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#33 - Peaking with Cinnamon Sipper! Building the OpenAI for the Physical world!
In this conversation, Wyatt interviews Cinnamon Sipper, the founder of Godela, an innovative AI company focused on developing a physics engine capable of reasoning through the physical world. Cinnamon shares her journey from studying mechanical engineering to building products for major tech...
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#32 - Peaking with Anguel Hristozov! From Cloud IDE to DevOps: The Clidey Journey
In this conversation, Anguel Hristozov, co-founder and CTO of Clidey, discusses the evolution of his startup from a cloud IDE to a DevOps platform focused on improving documentation for engineering teams. He shares insights on the challenges of onboarding developers, the impact of corporate...
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#31 - Peaking with Joe Pascual, Co-Founder of dotstudiopro!
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Joe Pasquale, co-founder of Dot Studio Pro and founder of Chill Free TV. Joe shares his journey from post-production to becoming a key player in the streaming technology space. He discusses the evolution of content creation and...
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#30 - Peaking with Mehul Bhatt! AI interviewing?? Is it coming?
Summary In this conversation, Wyatt Carr speaks with Mehul Bhatt, founder of FloCareer, about the transformative role of AI in the interview process. They discuss how AI is enhancing efficiency in hiring without replacing human interviewers, the concept of interviewing as a service, and the...
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#29 - Peaking with Fernando Young! Building Beluga Labs: Insights from a Startup Journey
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Fernando Young, CEO and co-founder of Beluga Labs, an operating system for the creator economy. Fernando shares his entrepreneurial journey, from meeting his co-founder at Harvard to navigating the challenges of building a…
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#28 - Peaking with David Lassman! Revolutionizing Medical Training with Mixed Reality
In this conversation, David discusses his journey from venture capital to founding GigXR, a company focused on mixed reality solutions for medical training. He shares insights on the challenges and opportunities in the healthcare technology space, the evolution of medical training through...
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#27 - Peaking with Colin Williams: From Law to Tech Entrepreneur
In this conversation, Colin Williams shares his journey from a traditional law career to becoming an entrepreneur and founder of New Era ADR. He discusses the challenges and lessons learned from his experiences in litigation, the transition to tech, and the importance of mental health in the...
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#26 - Peaking with Justin DiRaddo! Building a Next-Gen Recruiting Platform!
Summary In this conversation, Wyatt Carr interviews Justin DiRaddo, founder of SeekLab, discussing his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building a recruitment platform, and the impact of AI on the staffing industry. Justin shares insights on navigating advice, the importance of revenue...
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#25 - Peaking with Nikki Kaushik! Building a family business into an empire!
Summary In this episode, Wyatt Carr interviews Nikki Kaushik, co-founder and CPO of Quantic, who shares her inspiring journey from India to the US and her experiences in the tech and restaurant industries. The conversation delves into the challenges of building a cloud-based point of sale system...
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#24 - Peaking with Julia Enthoven! Story of Kapwing; meme generator to a video editing suite
On the latest episode of Peaking, Wyatt sat down with Julia, CEO of Kapwing, to dive into the wild ride of transforming an idea into a fast-growing startup. Julia left a stable PM role at Google to chase a vision: make video editing accessible and fast for everyone — creators, teams, marketers…
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#23 - Peaking with Cihan Atkin! Revolutionizing Movie Access with Venue+
In this episode, Cihan Atkin, founder of Cinex and the innovative Venue+ platform, discusses his entrepreneurial journey as a first-generation immigrant and the vision behind Venue+. The platform aims to redefine how audiences experience movies and live events from home, focusing on inclusivity…
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#22 - Peaking with Mark Abrams and Jake Leskovar! Innovating Affiliate Marketing with AI
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis hosts Mark Abrams and Jake Leskovar, who share their entrepreneurial journeys, the innovative technology behind Tree3 and XP Flow, and insights into affiliate marketing. They discuss the challenges of building a startup, the importance of...
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#21 - Peaking with Bob Witkow! Building MedTech with a mission!
Summary In this conversation, Bob Witkow shares his journey as a founder in the medical technology space, particularly focusing on his company Emet Surgical. He discusses his transition from a successful sales manager to a startup founder, the challenges and pivots faced in developing their...
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#20 - Peaking with Nora Sheils! Building a Wedding Planning Empire!
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Nora Shiels, founder of Bridal Bliss and co-founder of Rock Paper Coin. Nora shares her journey from growing up in a family of Iraqi immigrants to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the wedding industry. She discusses the...
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#19 - Peaking with John Kanarowski: From DealDeal.com to Implicit!
In this conversation, John Kanarowski shares his extensive experience in the tech industry, particularly in sales and customer support. He discusses his journey from co-founding Deal Deal during the early internet era to leading Implicit, a company focused on AI-driven customer support solutions....
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#18 - Peaking with John Bodrozic, a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Home Zada!
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews John Bodrozic, a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Home Zada. John shares his journey from a mechanical engineer in the construction industry to a successful software entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges and decisions he...
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# 17 - Peaking with Terry James! Connecting Through Pets: The Offleashed Journey
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Terry James, CEO of Offleashed, a social app designed to connect pet lovers. Terry shares his journey from finance to the pet industry, emphasizing the importance of pets in building community and connection. He discusses the...
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#16 - Peaking with Mazarine Treyz, Unlocking Government Contracts!
In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, host Bryan Mikolaitis speaks with Mazarine Treyz, an accomplished author, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Mazarine shares her extensive background in the nonprofit sector and her transition to helping small business owners secure government contracts. The...
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#15 - Peaking with Kathy Long! Community, values, and innovation in entrepreneurship!
Summary In this engaging conversation, Kathy Long, founder and CEO of Adept Exec, shares her non-linear career journey, emphasizing the importance of community, values, and innovation in entrepreneurship. She discusses her mission to create a neuro-affirming workplace and the development of the...
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#14 - Peaking with Philip Van Drunen! Business opportunity is everywhere!
SummaryIn this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Wyatt Carr sits down with Philip Van Drunen — a self-described accidental entrepreneur and the founder of multiple ventures, including a company that builds interactive exhibits for children’s museums and Captional, a real-time captioning and...
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#13 - Peaking with Viral Shah, Co-Founder and CPO of Databutton
In this conversation, Viral Shah, the Chief Product Officer and co-founder of Data Button, shares his journey from mechanical engineering to the tech industry, highlighting his experiences at Microsoft and the lessons learned in product development. He discusses the inception of Data Button, a...
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#12 - Peaking with Barbara Tallent, CEO and co-founder of Atsign. Cybersecurity, cryptography, and digital privacy innovation.
Summary In this conversation, Barbara Tallent, co-founder and CEO of AtSign, discusses her journey in the tech industry, the mission of AtSign to enhance internet security and privacy, and the innovative approaches they are taking to address current cybersecurity challenges. She shares insights…
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Ironman Texas Race Recap
Summary Wyatt Carr shares his experience during Ironman Texas, detailing the excitement leading up to the race, the unfortunate bike crash that resulted in a broken clavicle, and the support he received from fellow racers and spectators. He reflects on the importance of community and resilience…
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#11 - Peaking with Chris Sopher, CEO and co-founder of Letterhead. The evolution of media, and the importance of community engagement
In this episode, Chris Sopher, CEO and co-founder of Letterhead, shares his journey in the media industry, discussing his early influences, the evolution of media, and the importance of community engagement. He emphasizes the need for new media professionals to understand the business context of...
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#10 - Peaking with Rick Beaton! How AI will affect leadership, the future of organizational change, and the intersection of higher education and business!
To support the pod, get your energy bar fix at https://www.mammothbar.com/discount/PEAKING Summary In this conversation, Rick Beaton discusses his extensive background in organizational culture, AI adoption, and leadership strategy. He emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural…
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#9 - Peaking with Tom Irby! Competing with Michael Dell, disrupt-able industries, and a little bit of luck!
Summary In this conversation, Tom Irby, co-founder and CEO of Skribe AI, shares his extensive entrepreneurial journey, highlighting his experiences in the PC industry, telecom, and the legal tech space. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from traditional court…
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#8 - Peaking with Quoc Nguyen! Changing E-Commerce Forever, Moving to the US Market, and Being Aussie in America!
Summary In this engaging conversation, I peaked with Quoc Nguyen, co-founder of Preezie, who shares his journey from Australia to the US, discussing the evolution of his AI shopping assistant startup. He highlights the challenges of navigating different markets, the importance of funding, and the...
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#7 - Peaking with Fred Stacey! Industry evolution, starting at the bottom, and leading from the front!
In this conversation, Wyatt peaks with Fred Stacey, CEO of Cloud Tech Gurus. Fred shares insights from his extensive career in the call center and technology industries. He discusses his distaste for Vegas, the evolution of customer experience, and the impact of AI on the future of contact…
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#6 - Peaking with Kevin Price! Building from 0, staying power, small but mighty!
In this conversation, Wyatt peaks with Kevin Price, founder and CEO of AccuCode. Kevin shares his journey from starting a barcode technology company in a Colorado basement to leading a successful tech company. He discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of customer trust, and...
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#5 - Peaking with Jon Merripen! Mixing Martial Arts and Business!
Summary In this conversation, Bryan peaks with Jon Merripen, the CTO of Leisure Link, about his journey in martial arts and entrepreneurship. Jon shares insights into his daily life balancing teaching martial arts and running a startup, his passion for technology, and the vision behind Leisure...
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#4 - Peaking with Collin Caffrey: Finding your niche and flying with it!
Summary In this conversation, Wyatt Carr interviews Collin, the founder of FlyRoute, about his journey from private aviation to using drones in sports. They discuss the evolution of drone technology, the challenges of building a business in this niche market, and the importance of pivoting based…
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#3 - Peaking with Nicole Magelssen! Entrepreneurship by necessity!!
In this episode, Wyatt peaks with Nicole Magelssen, founder of Alpine VA, discussing her journey from being a virtual assistant to running a successful agency. Nicole, who runs the largest Denver VA company, shares her experiences, challenges, and insights on entrepreneurship, hiring, and the...
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#2 - Peaking with William Loopesko! Protecting the Earth through Entrepreneurship!!
On this episode, Wyatt peaks with William Loopesko, CTO and Co-Founder of Aclymate. William is a 2x Founder and knows the ups and downs of starting and running a business. He shares his lessons learned, funny quips, and what you and your company can do to impact the global effort to reduce…
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#1 - Peaking with Brian Wiles! Podcasting Entrepreneurship!
Wyatt peaks with Brian Wiles, a podcast host and entrepreneur, about his shift from corporate life to entrepreneurship and his podcasting journey. They discuss common podcasting pitfalls, success metrics, emphasizing self-promotion, content creation, and cross-platform strategies. Brian shares...
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#1 - Peaking with Brian Wiles
**Audio episode with pauses taken out** Wyatt peaks with Brian Wiles, a podcast host and entrepreneur, about his shift from corporate life to entrepreneurship and his podcasting journey. They discuss common podcasting pitfalls, success metrics, emphasizing self-promotion, content creation, and...
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We built this podcast to meet amazing people, and showcase their stories of grit, courage, and ingenuity! On Peaking, Wyatt Carr and Bryan Mikolaitis sit down with business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and friends from Denver, Portland, and beyond to dive into their journeys—how they built their companies, navigated challenges, and balanced peak performance in both work and life. Expect insightful conversations, practical takeaways, and a little bit of randomness sprinkled in along the way! Peaking is guaranteed!
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We built this podcast to meet amazing people, and showcase their stories of grit, courage, and ingenuity! On Peaking, Wyatt Carr and Bryan Mikolaitis sit down with business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and friends from Denver, Portland, and beyond to dive into their journeys—how they built...
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