Loading...

PODCAST

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, & Reinvention | Stories From Founders|Veterans|Execs

Raw, unfiltered conversations with Special Forces operators, billion-dollar founders, fighter pilots turned coaches, and career changers who burned it all down to build something real. Hosted by Jeff Cluff. Long-form interviews built around military service, entrepreneurship, startup failure, leadership under pressure, trauma, resilience, AI, and hard-won wisdom you won"t hear anywhere else. No scripts. No polish. Just real people, real stories. Built for founders, veterans, and anyone hungry for

business careers

All Episodes

01:23:43

A Lifetime Of Lessons In Resilience with Tech...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/12/19

From a $1.25 subway arrest in New York City to graduating from the Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania, Himani Naresh’s story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and navigating life across cultures.Himani Naresh: Tech & Nonprofit Executive | M&A | StrategyBorn in India, raised in the UK and New Jersey, and now rooted in Seattle, Himani brings humor, vulnerability, and hard‑earned wisdom to this conversation. She shares what it was like being the only woman on

en

01:03:31

From Nashville to LA and Back Again: Elijah Donnelly...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/12/12

In this powerful episode of the Four Fs Podcast, filmmaker and storyteller Elijah Donnelly shares an extraordinary journey shaped by resilience, reinvention, and the courage to start over when life doesn’t go as planned.Raised between Nashville, Tennessee and rural Alabama, Elijah opens up about childhood neglect, finding belonging through the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving a two‑year mission in Argentina, and discovering filmmaking through an unexpected spark — a broken MP3

en

01:01:09

Insights for Everyday Finances: Money Mindset &...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/12/03

Join Linda Grizely, CFP® and financial educator, as she shares practical strategies to transform your relationship with money. From her journey into personal finance to her signature “Me Money” method and permission‑based budgeting, Linda explains how to reduce guilt, level the playing field in relationships, and make confident financial choices.We cover everything from charitable giving and donor‑advised funds to understanding financial advisor types, the value of the CFP® certification, and why

en

01:55:16

An Authentic Conversation With Truist Bank Senior VP...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/11/20

Senior VP at Truist Bank Michelle Foley (Truist Cloud Center of Excellence) joins the Four Fs Podcast for an Authentic Conversation about career pivots (pre‑med → IT → 18 years at Microsoft), frontline support and incident response (DART), practical cybersecurity habits, and the humble power of showing up.What you’ll hear (quick bullets)Real Microsoft support stories: Windows 2000 surge support, mass‑reimage prevention, and product supportability winsBoots‑on‑the‑ground incident response: Nunavut

en

01:58:51

Surex.com Co-Founder Matt Alston: The 200 Shot...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/11/13

What does it really take to build lasting success?Entrepreneur Matt Alston joins host Jeff Cluff on The Four Fs Podcast to talk about discipline, mindset, and why freedom always costs consistency.Before founding and selling a multi-million-dollar company, Surex.com Matt learned the power of repetition—shooting 200 basketballs a day before school—and carried that same focus into business and life. In this conversation, he shares what he’s learned about grit, leadership, and building motivation

en

01:26:20

Former Army Ranger and Current Service Now Executive...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/11/05

What do broken surfboards, cattle ranches, and spreadsheets have in common? For David Porter, a senior executive at ServiceNow and former U.S. Army Ranger, they each taught him something essential about resilience, decision-making, and the pursuit of purpose.In this episode of The Four F’s Podcast, host Jeff Cluff sits down with David to trace an unconventional path — from surfing the North Shore of Oahu to leading elite teams in combat and now steering global operations in tech.David shares candid

en

01:19:29

Episode 10: Gina Tesla - Social Impact &...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of the Four Fs podcast, host Jeff Cluff interviews Gina Tesla, a tech executive and global citizen, who shares her journey from upstate New York to a successful career in corporate social responsibility. Gina discusses her experiences growing up in diverse environments, her educational path, and her impactful time in the Peace Corps. She emphasizes the importance of soft skills, mentorship, and learning from failure, while also highlighting her work on initiatives addressing air

en

01:16:07

Episode 9: Kevin Schreck - 3X Startup Founder and CEO...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/10/21

In this episode of the Four Fs podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of Kevin Schreck, co-founder and CEO of Elevate Consulting and Elevate Innovations. From solving math problems on napkins as a child to leading successful startups, Kevin shares insights into his path of curiosity and innovation. Join us as we explore his experiences in technology, leadership, and the art of balancing personal and professional growth. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that offers a peek behind the

en

00:49:17

Episode 8: Stacey B. Lee, JD - Professor of Business...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/10/14

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Stacey Lee from Johns Hopkins University to explore the transformative power of negotiation. Stacey shares her journey from law to academia, revealing how empathy and preparation can turn tough conversations into opportunities for building stronger relationships. Whether you're navigating complex negotiations in healthcare or seeking to enhance your communication skills, Stacey's insights offer a fresh perspective on the art of negotiation. Tune in

en

01:31:18

Episode 7: Dr. Gordon Bodnar - The Economy, Tariffs...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/10/07

Dr. Gordon Bodnar is Professor of International Finance at the Johns Hopkins University. The conversation explores the evolving landscape of education, particularly the impact of AI on teaching methods and student attitudes. It discusses the challenges of remote learning, the importance of hard work in education, and the implications of AI in the corporate world. The dialogue also touches on economic concepts such as tariffs, the US debt situation, and the imperfections in financial markets. In this

en

01:09:55

Episode 6: Rich Kaplan: Leadership and Y2K

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/09/23

In this conversation, Rich Kaplan shares his experiences and insights from his time at Microsoft, particularly during the Y2K crisis. He discusses the importance of leadership, effective communication, and the need for clarity in meetings. Kaplan emphasizes the significance of personal priorities and how they influence decision-making in a corporate environment. He reflects on the lessons learned from influential leaders like Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer, and the impact of good leadership on

en

01:43:22

Episode 5: Andreae Pohlman

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/09/03

From Casio diary to cyber defense: How technology curiosity shaped Andreae Pohlman's military-Microsoft arc. In this conversation, Andreae Pohlman (Dr. Dre) shares her journey from a tech-savvy child in Texas to a successful cybersecurity expert. She discusses the importance of networking, the impact of her military service on her career, and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field. Andreae emphasizes the need for self-advocacy, building confidence, and the significance of

en

01:15:18

Episode 4: Mike Owen

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/08/05

In this episode, Jeff is joined by Mike Owen—a former Microsoft engineer whose 18+ year tech career started in a unionized grocery store and ended with an unexpectedly powerful final act. Mike shares how he rebounded from a rare “zero rewards” performance review, how a blood transfusion changed his life (and his commitment to donating), and why he became a vocal advocate for salary transparency, mental health, and reverse mentorship at one of the world’s biggest tech companies. From surviving

en

01:32:46

Episode 3: Chris Walker

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/07/23

Worms, Y2K, and Wine Cellars. How Chris Walker helped Solve for some of the most prolific Internet Worms in history is much more than BASIC.From Dartmouth’s BASIC revolution to Microsoft’s Y2K firefight, Chris Walker helped shape the digital world in ways most users never see. In this candid conversation, he opens up about navigating billion-dollar bugs, surviving worm outbreaks, and why being escorted out of Bill Gates’ backyard wasn’t even the weirdest part of his job. Packed with wit, wisdom, and

en

01:41:48

Episode 2: Jan Nelson

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/07/23

An artist’s evolution: How theater and the arts shaped Jan Nelson’s career in technologyJan Nelson’s journey spans software revolutions, spiritual resilience, and cosmic creativity. In this episode, Jan reflects on the tension between artistic calling and tech industry demands, recounts surreal Microsoft moments, and explores how his artwork became part of the Lunar Codex. From geometries inspired by Bucky Fuller to navigating a career “interrupted” by innovation, Jan shares stories that stretch

en

01:06:08

Episode 1: Maureen O'Hara's Journey Through...

Four Fs Podcast: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, &... ·

2025/06/20

Step into the world of early tech pioneers with a former Microsoft leader who turned project failures into career-defining wisdom, helped launch a vaccine finder during the pandemic over a long weekend, and still managed to teach at the University level! From debugging with punch cards to shutting down airspace for Bill Gates’ wedding, this episode captures the grit, humor, and heart of a remarkable life in and around technology.

en

56 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

SoldiOnline

Mondadori Digital

Automotive News Daily Drive

Automotive News

Bloomberg Talks

Bloomberg