American capitalism is almost always under scrutiny—whether it’s debates over how to define it or questions about whether it truly serves the average worker. That scrutiny has only intensified in an era where a handful of tech giants dominate entire markets and artificial intelligence sparks both opportunity and anxiety. Confidence in capitalism has wavered, but our next guest on The Reboot Chronicles, Seth Levine, brings a fresh and reassuring perspective. As a longtime venture capitalist and co-founder of Foundry, a Boulder-based firm managing nearly $4 billion in assets, Seth has spent decades backing entrepreneurs and building companies across the globe. He’s also the co-author of The New Builders, a book that champions overlooked entrepreneurs and argues for a more inclusive, resilient form of capitalism. With his deep experience in venture capital and his passion for reimagining the system to better serve workers and communities, Seth joins us to remind listeners that capitalism can—and must—evolve to meet the challenges of our time. 

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. 

On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles, Dr. Marc Siegel joins us to explore the profound intersection of medicine and miracles.  A clinical professor at NYU, Fox News Senior medical analyst, and the medical director of SiriusXM’s Doctor Radio’ for nearly two decades, Dr Siegel has been a trusted guide through the most pressing public health challenges of our time.  A best-selling author, with his sixth book out entitled, The Miracles Among Us: How God’s Grace Plays a Role in Healing, Dr. Siegel takes us beyond the boundaries of medical protocol to explore how faith can heal in ways medicine cannot.  Follow along as we reflect on Marc’s remarkable career and personal reboots shaped by science, epidemics, faith, and miraculous recoveries.

Supermarkets and grocery stores are a staple of our daily lives. They are a business that most visit weekly and are so used to that they can navigate the aisles blindfolded. This familiarity is due in part to the fact that grocery 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 A2Z Cust2mate, who has made all of that a reality—and is shaking up grocery retail with cutting-edge technology. With more than 30 years of experience and a knack for scaling innovation across borders, Gadi brings a unique perspective to the table. He’ll walk us through how AI is transforming stores and reimagining shopper experiences—while also sharing leadership lessons from his remarkable journey, moving from the risk-averse world of law to embracing risk as opportunity in tech.

Building on our recent global markets episodes, we now turn to one of the most urgent and fascinating conversations of our time: energy. 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.

To unpack the urgency of all this is Dan Brouillette, a true heavyweight in American energy policy and international energy diplomacy. Dan’s remarkable career spans from commanding tanks in the U.S. Army to serving as the U.S. Secretary of Energy. Along the way, he’s influenced nuclear strategy, national security, Fortune 100 leadership, and high-stakes negotiations that stabilized oil markets between the United States, Russia, and Saudi Arabia. He’s the ideal voice to help us unpack how America can expand its energy future, meet the demands of the AI revolution, and reflect on the personal reboots that have shaped his extraordinary journey.

Behind the scenes of the world’s biggest companies lies a powerful, often invisible engine: high-stakes B2B transactions that move billions across borders. These deals are the lifeblood of global commerce—and when they go wrong, the ripple effects can be seismic. That’s why insuring and protecting them isn’t just smart—it’s essential.

On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show, we sit down with someone who doesn’t just understand this world—he’s reshaping it. Meet Artur Wisniewski, COO Allianz Trade Americas, part of the global powerhouse Allianz Group. With over $900 billion in assets under management and 156,000 employees across 70 countries, Allianz is one of the largest insurers and asset managers on the planet.

Artur has spent the last two decades modernizing financial infrastructures across continents. From rebooting legacy systems to pioneering automation, AI, and data intelligence, he’s been at the forefront of helping businesses navigate risk, scale smartly, and future-proof their operations.

Listen in as Artur pulls back the curtain on; How trade credit insurance quietly powers our global economy, how AI and automation are transforming financial ecosystems, and what it takes to lead billion-dollar investments that reboot industries. It’s a strategic blueprint in resilience, reinvention, and the art of safeguarding the world’s most critical transactions. Join us as Artur guides us through the future of financial protection—and why it matters to all of us—now more than ever.

The global economy is constantly evolving with forces like Automation, Robotics and artificial intelligence redefining the global workforce and how businesses drive growth and innovation at scale.   As the Magnificent Seven Tech giants lay off tens of thousands of people leveraging AI to drive out repetitive, mundane tasks, the labor force is challenged to broaden their skillset and redefine their value to stay relevant.  Getting an understanding of what is happening in the economy on both a global and a national level has never been more important. In this episode of The Reboot Chronicles Show, we’re joined by economist and commentator Peter Morici to help make sense of the forces driving today’s economic landscape.

Peter is one of America’s most unfiltered and respected economic voices. He has served as Chief Economist at the U.S. International Trade Commission, authored 18 books, and is a familiar guest on CNN, Fox Business, CNBC, and Newsmax. He brings perspective with a historical lens towards economic cycles that infuse logic and experience to help navigate uncertain times.  This is precisely why we wanted Peter on the program. To unpack what’s really happening beneath the headlines. To gain insights on how to advance during this consequential AI moment and take advantage of the tremendous opportunity to Reboot to stay relevant. 

Artificial Intelligence and the potential productivity benefits continue to be an area of focus across industries, yet AI’s influence now extends into our culture. From deepfakes and cloned voices to AI-generated art and virtual influencers, a new wave of synthetic content is transforming media and testing our ability to trust what we see and hear.

In this episode of The Reboot Chronicles,  Henry Ajder,founder of Latent Space Advisory and program lead of Generative AI and Business at the University of Cambridge joins us to discuss this shift. Henry has spent the better part of a decade decoding how synthetic media will alter trust and creativity. He is with us today to help understand what a synthetic age of media really means for business, leaders, governments, and everyday people. 

Launching a startup is daunting—especially when you're navigating the journey without guidance or mentorship. Even well-funded ventures struggle, and those that beat the odds are so rare they're dubbed "Unicorns." Our next guest on the Reboot Chronicles Show has helped countless start-ups become successful and redefined what we here at the Reboot Chronicles believe to be key components in rebooting organizations. 

Brad Feld is a legendary figure in the startup world whose influence runs deep and wide. As co-founder of both the Foundry Group and Techstars, Brad has helped shape the very ecosystem that fuels innovation today. He was an early investor in breakout successes like Zynga and Fitbit, spotting potential long before they became household names. Beyond investing, he's also a prolific author whose books have become essential reading for founders navigating the rocky-road highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

Through his success and headline investments, Brad has built a legacy through his philosophy of giving first, radical honesty about mental health, and a pursuit of personal and professional rebooting. Join us for a deep dive into Brad Feld’s remarkable journey, as we uncover the stories, insights, and hard-won lessons that can help you—and continue to shape the future of business.

Most businesses are rapidly deploying AI to be more competitive, but some are struggling to adapt, or worse, think Microsoft Co-Pilot is enough adaptation. Sectors like consulting, accounting, and law firms, are in big trouble and many are facing an Opportunity Crisis. Our next guest is reaching that point in their evolution, but instead of being disrupted, they are choosing to reboot themselves as the disruptors who can create and lead the next generation of business.

Jim Peko is CEO of Grant Thornton, part of Grant Thornton International, an $8 billion group with 76,000 employees in hundreds of offices worldwide. Jim is making no small plans for their reboot; they have brought in a top private equity partner to think bigger and accelerate Jim's plans. Listen in as we unpack this ambitious reboot and how, through a billion-dollar investment from New Mountain Capital, they plan to supercharge the AI-enabled services sector—and how you can be an AI disruptor.

From Olympic runways to boardroom breakthroughs, Simon Arkel knows how to raise the bar—and clear it. On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles, we’re joined by this two-time Olympian and five-time NCAA All-American whose journey is a masterclass in reinvention. 

 Simon’s pole vaulting career was built on grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit—qualities that now define his impact in the healthcare industry. Simon has served as CEO across multiple ventures, most notably steering DeepLens, a pioneering platform for clinical trial patient-matching, through its successful acquisition by Paradigm Health.  Today, he’s at the helm of Ryght Inc., where he’s harnessing generative AI to revolutionize Biopharma site selection—making it faster, smarter, and more cost-effective. 

 Simon’s journey is one of ongoing evolution from early promise to Olympic excellence, and now a visionary leader reshaping healthcare through technology.  Join us as we unpack the many reboots that shaped his path—and explore what’s next on his horizon.