The Future of NIL, Athlete Ownership & College Sports with Nick Lord (NOCAP Sports)

The Future of NIL, Athlete Ownership & College Sports with Nick Lord (NOCAP Sports)

College sports are undergoing one of the biggest transformations in their history—and athletes are finally becoming owners of their value. In this episode of The Pete Sacco Podcast, part of The Future Table series, Pete sits down with Nick Lord, Founder and CEO of NOCAP Sports, to explore how NIL is reshaping college athletics, athlete empowerment, and the future of sports business. They discuss the early days of NIL, the challenges universities face with donor fatigue, and why sustainable revenue models are becoming essential. The conversation also explores how athletes are evolving into media brands and startups, how alumni-owned businesses can create win-win ecosystems, and why authentic connections between athletes, fans, and brands matter more than ever. Nick shares his perspective as a founder who launched NOCAP on the day NIL legislation took effect and grew it into an athlete-centric platform connecting athletes, universities, and brands through influence, revenue solutions, and talent infrastructure. This episode is a forward-looking conversation about ownership, investment in athletes, and how technology is reshaping the future of college sports. 👤 Guest Nick Lord Founder & CEO, NOCAP Sports LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-lord [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-lord] LIVING IN BLISS A guide to mastering mindset, leadership, and self-awareness so you can navigate change, align with your purpose, and create lasting success. Purchase: https://go.petesacco.com/home-page-26 [https://go.petesacco.com/home-page-26] THE BRIDGE What if the anxiety around AI isn’t about technology—but about how we relate to it? The Bridge explores the relationship between human consciousness and AI, revealing how leaders can evolve fast enough to guide the systems we’re building. Purchase: https://go.petesacco.com/bridge-home [https://go.petesacco.com/bridge-home] Connect with Pete LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/petertsacco [https://linktr.ee/petertsacco] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco [https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial [https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco [https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco] Website: https://www.petesacco.com [https://www.petesacco.com]

Mastering Embodiment with Hannah Schwoerer (Journey to Well)

Healing isn’t about fixing one part of yourself — it’s about coming home to your whole self. In this episode of Bliss Mode, Pete sits down with Hannah Schwoerer (@_journeytowell), holistic coach and founder of Well, to explore embodiment, nervous system regulation, and spiritual alignment through Human Design and somatic practices. They discuss mindset vs. somatic healing, why the body holds powerful decision-making intelligence, and how nervous system regulation creates clarity and intuitive confidence. The conversation also touches on emotional and sacral authority, honoring personal rhythms, and the role of community in growth. Hannah’s work is rooted in resilience, embodied healing, and the belief that we are more powerful than we realize. She guides others back to alignment through Human Design and holistic coaching. This episode is an invitation to slow down, regulate your system, and reconnect with your intuition. If you’re ready to move beyond ego and into alignment, you’re in the right place. 👤 GUEST Hannah Schwoerer Book a call: https://calendly.com/wellwithhannah/intro-to-human-design-chart-reading?month=2026-01 [https://calendly.com/wellwithhannah/intro-to-human-design-chart-reading?month=2026-01] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-schwoerer-298ba8248/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-schwoerer-298ba8248/] LIVING IN BLISS Living in Bliss is a practical guide to mastering mindset, leadership, and self-awareness so you can navigate rapid change, align with your purpose, and create lasting success in life and work. THE BRIDGE What if everything you fear about AI is actually revealing how you need to evolve? THE BRIDGE explores why anxiety around artificial intelligence isn’t about technology — it’s about the incompatibility between human consciousness and the systems we’ve built our identities around. Are you ready to become THE BRIDGE? Purchase: https://www.petesacco.com/pages/about [https://www.petesacco.com/pages/about]... Connect with Pete LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/petertsacco [https://linktr.ee/petertsacco] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco [https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial [https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php]?... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco [https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco] Website: https://www.petesacco.com/ [https://www.petesacco.com/] 🎙️ Bliss Mode A segment of The Pete Sacco Podcast where seekers, teachers, and thought leaders explore presence, self-mastery, and the alignment of body, mind, and spirit — sharing practices and perspectives that support awakening, well-being, and living in true inner harmony.

The Future of AI, Crypto & Institutional Investing with Eric Ervin (Blockforce Capital)

Finance is undergoing one of the biggest transformations in its history, with AI, crypto, and digital assets reshaping how capital moves, risk is managed, and access is granted. In this episode of The Pete Sacco Podcast, part of The Future Table series, Pete sits down with Eric Ervin, CEO of Blockforce Capital, to explore the convergence of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and institutional investing. They discuss Eric’s transition from traditional finance to crypto, managing volatility in digital markets, and why multi-strategy investing is key to long-term confidence. The conversation also examines AI-driven investment strategies, market psychology, tail risks, and the future of stablecoins, CBDCs, and institutional adoption—offering a forward-looking view of the next generation of financial infrastructure. 👤 GUEST Eric Ervin Founder, Blockforce Capital 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-ervin/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-ervin/] LIVING IN BLISS Living in Bliss is a practical guide to mastering mindset, leadership, and self-awareness so you can navigate rapid change, align with your purpose, and create lasting success in both life and work. PURCHASE HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Bliss-Achieve-Balanced-Existence/dp/1636803725/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1JJ16ARZTXN08&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zgMFy6J7hb3mu17zfB9y1w.pSjO_iIdOgd3t8LHnaRWg81jDnpzYpNbDvCZw5Ys_yI&dib_tag=se&keywords=living+in+bliss+pete+sacco&qid=1767887330&sprefix=living+in+bliss+pete+sacco%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 [https://www.amazon.com/Living-Bliss-Achieve-Balanced-Existence/dp/1636803725/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1JJ16ARZTXN08&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zgMFy6J7hb3mu17zfB9y1w.pSjO_iIdOgd3t8LHnaRWg81jDnpzYpNbDvCZw5Ys_yI&dib_tag=se&keywords=living+in+bliss+pete+sacco&qid=1767887330&sprefix=living+in+bliss+pete+sacco%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1] Connect with Pete LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/petertsacco [https://linktr.ee/petertsacco] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial [https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573911350074 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573911350074] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco?_t=zs-8w1wuoiiqoi&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco?_t=zs-8w1wuoiiqoi&_r=1] Website: https://www.petesacco.com/ [https://www.petesacco.com/] 🎙️ SERIES The Future Table A segment of The Pete Sacco Podcast where visionary thinkers, founders, and leaders explore bold ideas, decentralization, and the systems shaping the future of finance, technology, and human flourishing.

The Future of Bitcoin, DeFi & Decentralized Finance with Brett Munster (Blockforce Capital)

Crypto markets are volatile, rapidly evolving, and still widely misunderstood—and conviction has never mattered more. This episode of The Pete Sacco Podcast is part of The Future Table, a recurring segment focused on bold ideas, future-ready leadership, and the systems shaping what’s next. Pete Sacco sits down with Brett Munster, Portfolio Manager at Blockforce Capital, to unpack how experience, discipline, and data-driven thinking shape successful crypto investment strategies. The conversation explores how crypto markets differ from traditional finance, why inefficiency creates opportunity, and how on-chain analytics are changing the way investors understand market behavior. Pete and Brett also dive into Bitcoin’s role as a hedge against fiat debasement, the evolution of DeFi, and how decentralization is influencing the future of finance and technology. Brett brings a unique perspective as a three-time entrepreneur, former venture capitalist, and longtime crypto enthusiast who began studying cryptoassets in 2013. Before joining Blockforce Capital, he spent nearly eight years at Sway Ventures, investing in more than 70 early-stage technology companies and deploying hundreds of millions of dollars in capital. He is a graduate of UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and holds an MBA from USC, with a focus on entrepreneurship and technology commercialization. This isn’t just a conversation about crypto markets—it’s a forward-looking discussion on conviction, decentralization, and how emerging technologies are reshaping finance, leadership, and the future of global systems. 👤 GUEST Brett Munster Portfolio Manager at Blockforce Capital 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quirk-258b8b40/https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettmunster/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettmunster/] Twitter: @bmunst LIVING IN BLISS Living in Bliss is a practical guide to mastering mindset, leadership, and self-awareness so you can navigate rapid change, align with your purpose, and create lasting success in both life and work. PURCHASE HERE: https://www.petesacco.com/pages/about-pete/author [https://www.petesacco.com/pages/about-pete/author] Connect with Pete LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/petertsacco [https://linktr.ee/petertsacco] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial [https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573911350074 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573911350074] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco?_t=zs-8w1wuoiiqoi&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco?_t=zs-8w1wuoiiqoi&_r=1] Website: https://www.petesacco.com/ [https://www.petesacco.com/] 🎙️ SERIES The Future Table A segment of The Pete Sacco Podcast where visionary thinkers, founders, and leaders explore bold ideas, decentralization, and the systems shaping the future of finance, technology, and human flourishing.

AI Is Breaking Data Centers with David Quirk (DLB Associates)

AI is pushing data centers beyond what they were ever designed to handle—and the industry is being forced to adapt fast. In this episode of The Pete Sacco Podcast, part of The Data Center Edge series, Pete sits down with David Quirk, CEO and Owner of DLB Associates Consulting Engineers, to examine how AI workloads are transforming data center design, cooling, and power strategy. They discuss high-density racks, direct-to-chip liquid cooling, refrigerant-based solutions, and why nuclear energy is re-emerging as a serious option for powering next-generation facilities. The conversation also explores the shift from AI modeling to large-scale inferencing—and what that means for infrastructure, services, and software innovation. With more than 25 years in the mission-critical industry, David is a licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer in 48 states, a Certified Energy Manager, a LEED Accredited Professional, and former chair of ASHRAE’s Mission Critical Facilities committee. Having authored hundreds of papers and delivered over 100 presentations, he brings practical insight into where the industry is heading. This isn’t just a technical discussion—it’s a leadership conversation about building resilient infrastructure for the AI era and making decisions today for tomorrow. 👤 Guest David Quirk CEO & Owner, DLB Associates Consulting Engineers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quirk-258b8b40/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quirk-258b8b40/] Living in Bliss Living in Bliss is a practical guide to mastering mindset, leadership, and self-awareness so you can navigate rapid change, align with purpose, and create lasting success in life and work. The Bridge What if your fear about AI is actually an invitation to evolve? The Bridge explores why AI anxiety isn’t about technology—it’s about the tension between human consciousness and the systems we’ve built around identity and success. Pete Sacco builds AI’s physical infrastructure while pursuing deep consciousness work through meditation and somatic practices. In this essay, he explores: • Why AI triggers existential anxiety • The principles linking technological and human intelligence • How your nervous system shapes your AI relationship • Why optimization drains but alignment empowers • Seven pillars of conscious leadership in the AI era This isn’t about using AI better. It’s about evolving fast enough to guide what we’re building. Are you ready to become The Bridge? Purchase Pete's books here: https://www.petesacco.com/pages/about-pete/author [https://www.petesacco.com/pages/about-pete/author] Connect with Pete LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/petertsacco [https://linktr.ee/petertsacco] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertsacco/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial [https://www.instagram.com/petesaccoofficial] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco [https://www.tiktok.com/@petesacco] Website: https://www.petesacco.com/ [https://www.petesacco.com/] 🎙️ The Data Center Edge A segment of The Pete Sacco Podcast exploring AI, data centers, energy, and critical infrastructure.