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  • The Power of Why: Communicating with Clarity When It Matters Most

    The Power of Why: Communicating with Clarity When It Matters Most
    Mar 2 2026
    In this episode of Stare Down the Bull, Susan Hunt sits down with chief communication and marketing leader Rick Mack to explore how companies communicate under pressure. From 100 acquisitions at Nuance to navigating a global malware crisis and shaping conversations on Capitol Hill, Rick shares what separates confident leaders from reactive ones. The conversation dives into authenticity, the power of the “why,” AI’s impact on marketing leadership, and Rick’s personal mantra for staying steady when everything is on the line. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website Connect with Rick: LinkedIn Website
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    28 min
  • From Lab to Life: Justin Chiu on AI’s Real-World Impact

    From Lab to Life: Justin Chiu on AI’s Real-World Impact
    Feb 23 2026
    AI isn’t magic — it’s math, scale, and intention. On this episode of Stare Down the Bull, Susan Hunt sits down with AI engineer Justin Chiu to explore what artificial intelligence really is, where it’s headed, and what should genuinely concern us. From enterprise AI and reinforcement learning to AI-powered scams, misinformation, and defense applications, Justin breaks down complex concepts into plain English — and challenges the hype around “conscious machines.” This is a grounded, honest conversation about AI’s real-world impact — both promising and dangerous. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website
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    32 min
  • Beyond the Pitch: Tony Janusky on AI, Leadership, and the New Era of Sales

    Beyond the Pitch: Tony Janusky on AI, Leadership, and the New Era of Sales
    Feb 16 2026
    In this episode of Stare Down the Bull, Susan Hunt sits down with enterprise sales veteran Tony Janusky to explore how sales has evolved—from the early days of speech recognition and IVR to today’s AI-powered selling environments. Tony shares lessons from nearly two decades at Nuance, why long-term relationships remain a competitive advantage, and how sales leaders can embrace AI without losing the human connection that closes complex deals. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website Connect with Tony LinkedIn
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    36 min
  • When Data Isn’t Enough: Leadership, Risk, and Resilience with Tim Delisle

    When Data Isn’t Enough: Leadership, Risk, and Resilience with Tim Delisle
    Feb 9 2026
    In this episode of Stare Down the Bull, host Susan Hunt sits down with Tim Delisle, founder of 514 and former Head of Development at Nike. Tim shares his journey from being rejected from an engineering program to leading massive teams at one of the world’s most iconic brands. The conversation explores resilience, leadership under pressure, the realities of acquisition, building effective teams inside complex organizations, and what it truly means to stare down the bull as a founder and executive. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website Connect with Tim: LinkedIn Website
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    43 min
  • Before & After 9/11: A Life Lived Inside a Moment the World Remembers with Trish Straine

    Before & After 9/11: A Life Lived Inside a Moment the World Remembers with Trish Straine
    Feb 2 2026
    In this deeply moving episode of Stare Down the Bull, host Susan Hunt sits down with longtime friend Trish Straine as the country approaches the 25th anniversary of September 11. Trish shares her experience of losing her husband, Jimmy in the World Trade Center attacks just days after giving birth to their second child. Together, Susan and Trish reflect on grief, resilience, motherhood, faith, community support, and the long arc of healing. Trish also discusses co-founding Stephy’s Place, a free community-based grief support center, and how loss shaped her strength, perspective, and purpose. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website Connect with Trish: Website
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    31 min
  • Inside Venture Capital With Eric Collins: Power, Access, and Who Really Gets Funded

    Inside Venture Capital With Eric Collins: Power, Access, and Who Really Gets Funded
    Jan 26 2026
    What does it really take to scale businesses, shift venture capital norms, and create opportunities for underrepresented founders? In this episode, Susan Hunt sits down with venture capitalist, former Obama Administration advisor, and ImpactX co-founder Eric Collins for a wide-ranging conversation on capital access, inclusive investing, AI-driven growth, and what happens behind the scenes in venture capital. From living in Washington D.C.’s historic Watergate to advising the Small Business Administration, building venture-backed companies across the U.S. and UK, and presenting awards at Buckingham Palace, Eric shares rare insights on power, proximity, and how doing good and doing well can coexist. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website Connect with Eric LinkedIn
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    46 min
  • Leadership First in an AI-Driven World: Jack Meek on Culture, Change & the Future of Websites

    Leadership First in an AI-Driven World: Jack Meek on Culture, Change & the Future of Websites
    Jan 19 2026
    In this episode of Stare Down the Bull, I’m joined by Jack Meek, former GoDaddy executive and founder & CEO of AI-centric CX. We explore what leadership-first culture really looks like, how great leaders build change readiness from the bottom up, and why traditional websites are rapidly losing relevance in an AI-driven world. Jack shares practical insights on preparing organizations for AI adoption, managing digital reputation beyond SEO, and anticipating change instead of reacting to it. This is a must-listen conversation for leaders navigating transformation, AI, and the future of business. Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website Connect with Jack LinkedIn
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    36 min
  • Cybersecurity, AI and Power and DC: What Keeps Leaders Up at Night

    Cybersecurity, AI and Power and DC: What Keeps Leaders Up at Night
    Jan 12 2026
    In this episode of Stare Down the Bull, host Susan Hunt sits down with Norma Krayem, a nationally recognized leader at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and public policy. Drawing on her experience as a presidential appointee, senior federal executive, and trusted advisor to Fortune 100 CEOs and global leaders, Norma breaks down how cybersecurity and AI are actually viewed in Washington, and why the gap between technology and policy creates real national security risk. From nation-state cyber threats to AI moving faster than regulation, this conversation reveals what leaders are worried about behind closed doors, how real policy progress still gets made in DC, and what it truly takes to stare down the bull in a high-stakes, hyper-partisan environment. Connect with Norma: LinkedIn Van Scoyoc and Associates Connect with Susan: LinkedIn Website
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    38 min