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Thriving in Ambiguity

Welcome to Thriving in Ambiguity, the channel where we explore the evolving world of technology, innovation, and the strategies shaping the future of enterprise IT. Hosted by Steve Mancini, this channel dives into cutting-edge topics like cloud computing, AI, storage solutions, and HPE"s latest advancements in the data center. Whether you"re an IT professional, a technology enthusiast, or someone curious about how modern infrastructure transforms businesses, you"ll find valuable insights here. From

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21:01

#31 Near-Death Experiences PROVE Consciousness Exists...

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2025/11/04

How do people with ZERO brain activity have the most vivid experiences of their lives? After 2 years of research, I've discovered consciousness works like distributed computing - and it changes EVERYTHING about life, death, and AI. In this mind-blowing episode, discover: Why thousands of verified NDE cases break neuroscience How blind people can SEE during near-death experiences The shocking parallels between consciousness and cloud computing Real cases: Maria's tennis shoe, Pam Reynolds' brain

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16:01

#30 Children Remember Past Lives: 2,500 Cases of...

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2025/10/27

What if consciousness survives death? For over 50 years, researchers at the University of Virginia have documented 2,500+ cases of children who remember detailed past lives—complete with verifiable facts, birthmarks matching fatal wounds, and memories that defy explanation. In this episode of Thriving In Ambiguity, I break down the rigorous scientific research conducted by Dr. Jim Tucker and Dr. Ian Stevenson, including jaw-dropping cases like: Ryan, who remembered being 1930s Hollywood talent

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11:49

#29 OpenAI's Erotica Announcement: Welcome to...

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2025/10/15

🚨 OpenAI just dropped a bombshell: ChatGPT will create erotica for verified adults starting December 2025. But this isn't just about adult content — it's about AI addiction, emotional manipulation, and the future of human relationships. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I break down what Sam Altman's announcement REALLY means: ✅ Why this was inevitable (follow the money) ⚠️ Phase 1: AI trained to seduce you and learn your deepest desires 🔥 Phase 2: Personalized AI-generated content that

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#28 3I/ATLAS Q&A: Missing Mars Data, Government...

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2025/10/10

🚨 IT'S OCTOBER 9TH AND THE MARS RECONNAISSANCE ORBITER PHOTOS ARE STILL MISSING 🚨 NASA confirmed they captured high-resolution images of 3I/ATLAS on October 3rd during its closest approach to Mars—but we still haven't seen them. Government shutdown? Legitimate delay? Or something more? In this episode, we're answering YOUR questions about the mysterious comet (or is it?) that has the internet buzzing. From the scientific anomalies to Von Braun's alleged warnings, from AI existential risks to

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16:32

#27 Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS: Six Anomalies We...

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2025/10/03

In July 2025, astronomers discovered 3I/ATLAS—only the third interstellar object ever detected passing through our solar system. But this visitor isn't following the rules. It's moving at 130,000 mph—nearly twice as fast as any previous interstellar object. Its trajectory aligns almost perfectly with our planetary plane (1-in-500 odds). It's three to five orders of magnitude more massive than expected based on statistical models. And despite visibly outgassing as it approaches the Sun, it shows zero

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07:49

#26 Stop Playing Detective with Log Files: Modern...

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2025/09/29

What happens when your E-ZPass system goes down on a holiday weekend? Hundreds of thousands in unrecoverable revenue — and your IT team drowning in millions of log entries trying to find the needle in the haystack. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I break down what logs actually are, why traditional log management is broken, and how modern observability platforms like Dynatrace use AI to give you answers instead of just data. You'll learn: What IT logs are and why they matter (think of

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58:44

#25 My Daughter HATES AI - Here's Why She's Wrong...

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2025/09/18

🎭 Proffesional dancer Jordan thought AI was going to ruin her career - until her tech expert dad Steve showed her the truth. In this eye-opening father-daughter debate, we dive deep into AI's real impact on creative industries, careers, and daily life. What You'll Learn: ✅ How AI can actually HELP performers and artists ✅ The lazy vs. smart ways to use AI tools ✅ Why AI relationships are becoming a real problem ✅ Practical AI tips for students and professionals ✅ The dark side of AI-generated

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54:04

#24 Are We Living in a SIMULATION? Father-Daughter...

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2025/09/05

🎮 What if life is just a cosmic video game where we chose our characters before birth? In this mind-bending episode, Steve and his 22-year-old daughter Jordan explore simulation theory, reincarnation, and whether reality is what we think it is. 🔥 KEY TOPICS COVERED: Why believing in afterlife = believing in simulation theory The "Masters" from past-life regression hypnosis Life as character creation with allocated skill points Ready Player One and our VR future Quantum mechanics and reality

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15:19

#23 The APM Revolution: One More Thing... It Actually...

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2025/08/27

Tired of application monitoring that creates more problems than it solves? This episode breaks down why traditional APM approaches are fundamentally broken—and how one company completely reimagined what's possible. In this deep dive, I explore how Dynatrace revolutionized application performance monitoring through three core principles: radical simplicity (one agent, complete visibility), true intelligence (Davis AI that provides causation, not just correlation), and real truth (actual user

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14:50

#22 Inside NASTD 2025: Digital Wellbeing, AI...

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2025/08/22

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I share my firsthand experience at the 2025 NASTD Annual Conference in Nashville. From Scott Klososky’s powerful keynote on digital wellbeing in the AI era, to candid panels on citizen experience, women in IT, and upskilling the workforce—the event was packed with insight and energy. I dive into the highs (like authentic conversations with state IT teams and an unforgettable night at the Country Music Hall of Fame) and the lows (when a keynote fell flat and

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07:42

#21 AI’s Growing Pains: My Take on GPT-5

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2025/08/18

Sam Altman promised GPT-5 would be “more reliable, with a lower likelihood of hallucinating.” But after trying it myself — like asking it to turn a photo of my daughter playing softball into anime (and it gave her two gloves) — I’m left asking: is this really progress? In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I break down: Why GPT-5 feels like a necessary but rushed release The real benchmark gains in coding and math (yes, the numbers are legit) Why average users still aren’t impressed —

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20:28

#20 Dynatrace Gen 3: Letting AI Redefine What’s...

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2025/07/31

Dynatrace just changed the game. 🚀 I wasn’t even planning this episode—I’m in the middle of my series on the Dynatrace Platform—but last week, Dynatrace dropped a huge nugget: Gen 3 is here, and AI is at the forefront. I couldn’t wait to break down what this means for IT teams and share real-world examples of how AI is transforming what’s possible. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, we cover: Why Dynatrace Gen 3 is a major leap forward for AI-driven operations How Minnesota, TD Bank, and

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24:32

#19 No Capes Required: How Kroger’s Captain America...

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2025/07/19

What do you get when you combine 16 monitoring tools, constant war room calls, and app chaos? For Kroger, it was a nightmare—until they flipped the script with Dynatrace. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I walk you through Kroger’s real-world transformation, featuring insights from Jay Cotton, their lead performance engineer. You’ll hear how their “Captain America Team” ditched the noise, tamed complexity, and became IT superheroes using AI-powered observability. We explore: How support

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14:32

#18 Get Your Team Back on Track – How AI and...

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2025/07/03

Welcome to Thriving in Ambiguity, the podcast where we break down complex tech—ideally without losing our minds. In this first episode of our Dynatrace series, I’m diving into Infrastructure Observability, the foundation of proactive IT operations. And we’re starting with a real-world nightmare: TD Bank, a $1.4 trillion financial institution, found out about system issues the same way many of us do… from their customers. Ouch. But then they flipped the script—by embracing Dynatrace’s AI-powered

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19:34

#17 Observability 101: Why Your IT Tools Are Failing...

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2025/06/11

Welcome to Episode #17 of Thriving in Ambiguity — the podcast where we cut through the chaos of modern tech without losing our minds. This week, we’re talking observability — not the buzzword version, but the real deal. From my days in the war room to what I’ve learned working with state agencies, Fortune 100s, and SaaS-heavy stacks, I’m breaking down: Why traditional monitoring is broken What Dynatrace does differently (and why it matters) Real customer stories — from the State of Michigan to

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11:11

#16 The Secret Tech Behind Iron Man? Uncovering the...

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2025/06/03

Welcome back to Thriving in Ambiguity, the podcast where we break down the complexities of technology — ideally without losing our minds. In this episode, we dive into a story you definitely haven’t heard before: the secret link between Stark Industries, the rise of J.A.R.V.I.S., and the unexpected tech platform that made it all possible — Dynatrace. Is it fiction? Is it fact? Well… let’s just say it’s loosely based on a true story 😉 From chaos in the cloud to predictive AI intelligence,

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23:22

#15 Crazy IT Stories - Porn Loopholes, Laptop...

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2025/05/26

Welcome to Thriving in Ambiguity, the podcast where we unpack the complexities of technology—ideally without losing our minds. In our new series, Anonymous or Not: Crazy Stories in IT, veteran tech leader Steve Mancini shares jaw-dropping, hilarious, and sometimes uncomfortable real-world stories from over 20 years in IT. From bizarre security loopholes to inappropriate laptop discoveries and surveillance busts that could rival a crime show, nothing is off-limits. Whether you’re in tech or just love

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21:34

#14 2025 NASCIO Recap: What’s Working, What’s Not,...

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2025/05/05

Just returned from the NASCIO 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Philadelphia, and there’s a lot to unpack. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I delve into the key takeaways from the event, shedding light on the evolving landscape of state IT leadership. Key Highlights: Cybersecurity remains the top priority for state CIOs, marking its 12th consecutive year at the forefront. Despite its prominence, discussions at the conference revealed a surprising lack of dedicated sessions on the topic,

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14:36

#13 Tragedy at School - True Story: What We Got Wrong...

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2025/04/28

A tragedy no school ever expects — and the hard lessons we learned too late. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I share the real story behind a crisis at Howard High School that changed everything. As the IT Director at the time, I thought we were ready. We weren’t. And today, I’m revealing what we got wrong — and what you must get right before it’s too late. In this episode: Why the best technology isn’t enough without real-world training How social media misinformation made everything

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01:05:28

#12 Move Fast or Die Slow: How AI Is Coming for...

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2025/04/20

AI isn’t just disrupting industries—it’s coming for companies that move too slow. In this no-fluff episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with AI strategist and keynote speaker Chris Carr to pull back the curtain on what’s really happening behind the scenes with generative AI. Spoiler: it’s not a “someday” problem. It’s a right now problem. Here’s what we break down: How companies are quietly using AI to do 40 hours of work in under 5 minutes Why “pilot mode” is just a polite way of

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