Crazy People Podcast
Russ and Maurice look at the what it takes to start your own company and make it in business. As the title indicates, they aren’t looking for those ironclad guys their straight and arrow careers, but rather for those madmen, that zigged, then zagged and zigged again, all while doing a 360 turn with their eyes closed. In short: crazy people. So, if you are looking for the ’my boat, my house, my riches’ type guests, this podcast might not be for you. For everyone else who is grounded in the real world, it will be a hilarious, entertaining, informative and hopefully inspiring mix of stories of people of all walks of life within the greater business world.
Episodes
Episode 56 is here, and Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann are joined by someone who knows how to make sense of today’s noisy career jungle. Meet Timothy T., the driving force behind properpilots.org, where careers aren’t just managed, they’re flown with purpose.
This episode is equal parts wisdom and wit. Timothy reveals why success isn’t about throwing everything at the wall and hoping something sticks. It’s about sending the righ...
Human Decency in the Age of AI: Recruiting, Relationships & Real Talk with Matt Mann
Buckle up, Crazy People Podcast fans—Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann are back, and this time they’ve brought along a familiar face with a wealth of wisdom (and a few zigzags on the career path). Episode 55 welcomes Matt Mann, the global recruiter who’s not only helped companies hire in over 60 countries but also placed Russ and consulted Maur...
On Episode 54 of the Crazy People Podcast, things get savory, smart, and just a little unhinged in the best possible way. This week, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann sit down with Matt Wampler, co-founder and CEO of ClearCOGS, who went from slicing bread in the back of a Jimmy John’s to slicing up restaurant data for predictive insights—without ever losing his sense of humor, hustle, or humanity.
Matt is a former Jimmy John’s fran...
Welcome back to another unforgettable episode of the Crazy People Podcast. In Episode #53, hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann dive headfirst into a conversation that will leave you rethinking how we define talent, inclusion, and what it truly means to hire the right person. Their guest this time is Ron Fish—head of Talent Acquisition at software company Ivanti and a full-time advocate for accessibility and disability inclusion...
Episode 52 – The Crazy People Crew Show Is Back!
After a five-episode hiatus, your favorite dynamic duo is back behind the mics—and this time, it’s just Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann, unsupervised and unfiltered in Episode 52 of the Crazy People Podcast. Yes, it’s time for another Crew Show, and trust us: it's like therapy, but with more sarcasm, sci-fi, and tech tangents.
In this refreshingly real conversation, Russ and Mauric...
In this electrifying new episode of the Crazy People Podcast, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann bring on a guest who’s not just ahead of the curve—he’s building it. Jay Talaviya joins us to share his story, and what a ride it’s been: from small-town India to chemical engineering, from climbing the corporate ladder at giants like Deloitte and Cox to founding a telehealth company that just might redefine how the world accesses care.
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Buckle up, folks—it’s the big 5-0! 🥳 Episode 50 of the Crazy People Podcast is here, and we're celebrating this milestone with nothing less than a mic-drop masterclass in real talk, resilience, and rock & roll. Your favorite dynamic duo—Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann—welcomes the ever-insightful, LinkedIn Top Voice and international sales whisperer, Niraj Kapur, to the virtual hot seat.
The Digital Defender: Internet Freedom's Unlikely Hero
Buckle up, listeners! Episode 49 of the Crazy People Podcast introduces you to the internet's behind-the-scenes superhero—Christian Dawson—whose business card might as well read "Professional Internet Savior" (if he could fit all his jobs on it).
Watch Crazy People Podcast episode #49 here: https://youtu.be/sDzKuTlzmw4
Hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann dive headfirs...
From NFTs to Bourbon Barrels: Chris Wiedmar’s Wild Whiskey Ride
The Crazy People Podcast is back, and we’re kicking off Season 3 in style! Hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann welcome back Chris Wiedmar, the very first guest from our debut episode, to see what two years of wild entrepreneurial adventures have done to him. Spoiler alert: He's gone deeper into the whiskey world, and the stories he brings are smoother than an aged ...
In Episode 47, the grand finale of Season 2, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann reflect on the whirlwind journey that defined this year’s 'Crazy People Podcast.' This celebratory episode is more than just a recap; it’s a thoughtful exploration of the themes, ideas, and personal stories that have shaped the season.
The conversation begins with a look back at how artificial intelligence dominated the early part of the year. Russ and M...
Welcome to episode 46 of the Crazy People Podcast, where hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann dive deep with the extraordinary artist and activist Christella Philippe. Christella joins Russ and Maurice for a conversation that’s as inspiring as it is unforgettable, sharing the story behind her latest single, her journey from Haiti to America, and the profound influence her father’s musical legacy and ministry have had on her life...
Episode 45: "Surviving, Scaling, and Saving: Real Talk with the Crazy People Crew!"
Welcome to another unforgettable episode of Crazy People Podcast, where hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann bring you all the insider advice you didn’t know you needed—straight from their crew show! In every fifth episode, the guys strip back the layers, discussing real, in-the-trenches strategies with their team for managing and growing a busin...
Ready for a whirlwind of humor, wisdom, and jaw-dropping stories? In episode 44 of the ‘Crazy People Podcast’, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann sit down with the dynamic Ella Parlor—best-selling author of ‘High Tolerance’, podcast host of ‘Eavesdrop with Ella’, and founder of EP Consulting.
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Welcome back to *Crazy People Podcast* for episode 43! This week, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann are joined by John Garret, founder of John Garret LLC and a true People-Centric Leadership Expert. But hold on, it's not your typical leadership chat! In this episode, John takes us through his wild journey from accountant to stand-up comedian, mixing corporate life with comedy.
Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/oR9oVkTzC...
Welcome back to the Crazy People Podcast, where the unconventional meets the inspiring! In Episode 42, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann sit down with Vince Cain, the mastermind behind Right Mind Growth Consulting, for a conversation that's equal parts hilarious and thought-provoking.
Watch the episode here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Clr0qAVdS0E
Vince takes us on a rollercoaster through his eclectic journey from microbrewery owne...
The Ethical Tightrope: Walking the Line Between Innovation and Integrity with Laura Miller – EP #041 of the Crazy People Podcast
Welcome back to the Crazy People Podcast, where things are about to get *seriously* ethical—but not without the wild twists and turns you’ve come to love from the hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann! If you thought Episode 41 was a deep dive into the ethics of AI, buckle up because we’re taking you ...
Welcome back to the *Crazy People Podcast*, where we celebrate the audacity of ambition and the thrill of reinvention! Episode 40 is not just another milestone—it's the return of the much-anticipated *Crew Show*, where hosts Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann peel back the curtain and let you in on their journeys' exciting twists and turns.
In this episode, Russ and Maurice dive deep into their latest ventures, both on and off the...
The Future is Now: Dr. Christopher Rice on Strategic Foresight and Innovation - Crazy People Podcast #039!
Get ready for an exhilarating ride into the future with Episode 39 of the 'Crazy People Podcast'! In this episode, your charismatic hosts, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann, are joined by the brilliant Dr. Christopher Rice, a consulting futurist and TEDx speaker from Refuturing. Known for his deep insights into the future of...
Welcome back to another electrifying episode of the 'Crazy People Podcast'! In Episode 38, your favorite hosts, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann, sit down with the incredible J.K. McKnight, a true visionary and multi-talented entrepreneur whose heart beats for music and community.
J.K. McKnight is not your average entrepreneur. At the tender age of 21, he founded the Forecastle Festival, transforming it from a local dream into a c...
Slam Dunk Success: Mac ‘Magic’ Wilkinson’s Playbook for Life and Business
Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up for the latest installment of the 'Crazy People Podcast'! Episode 37 is here, and this one’s a slam dunk! Your favorite dynamic duo, Russ Broomell and Maurice Hofmann, are joined by none other than the legendary Mac 'Magic' Wilkinson. Mac is the towering 6'9" former pro basketball star turned entrepreneurial wizard whose infect...
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