Podcasts
Jeff served as host of the podcast Status Go, produced by InterVision Systems. Over 240 episodes, he explored leadership in the tech space with a wide-ranging set of guests from across industries and disciplines. Status Go was recently named the third-ranked Enterprise IT podcast by Million Podcasts. Jeff’s engaging style and thoughtful questions made the show a trusted resource for professionals navigating the ever-evolving world of technology and leadership.
In addition to hosting Status Go, Jeff has been a featured guest on dozens of other podcasts, sharing insights on leadership, storytelling, personal growth, and the lessons learned from both his career and his travels. His approachable style and depth of experience make him a sought-after voice for conversations that matter.
Click below to listen to his most recent appearances.
| Podcast | Date | Episode Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outside Insights | 1.30.26 | Uncharted Moments - Lessons for Closing the Gap | In this conversation, Jeff Ton reflects on leadership without a clear map—drawing lessons from Lewis and Clark, the power of listening, and the uncharted moments that shape how we lead, learn, and love. It’s a reminder that progress doesn’t always come from moving faster, but from paying closer attention. |
| Unlocking Momentum | 01.07.26 | This CIO Brings Leaders to a Nature Expedition to Rethink Leadership | Jeff Ton shares how CIOs can grow beyond technical problem-solving to become leaders who enable, inspire, and align their teams. Using lessons from IT, leadership development, and nature-based expeditions inspired by the Lewis and Clark Trail, he reflects on how values, communication, and perspective shape meaningful leadership. |
| Lightning Leadership | 04.09.24 | Lessons from Lewis and Clark | Whether you're a seasoned executive, an aspiring leader, or simply someone intrigued by tales of exploration and leadership, this podcast offers invaluable insights to ignite your own journey of growth and impact. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and empowered as we uncover timeless lessons from the legendary expedition of Lewis and Clark, charting a course towards leadership excellence in today's ever-evolving landscape. |
| Hot Mess Hotline | 09.05.21 | How to Overcome Mistakes at Work | In this episode of The Hot Mess Hotline, Jeff Ton — former CIO and founder of the Indiana CIO Network — shares a powerful story about leadership, accountability, and resilience. He recounts a gut-wrenching moment when he had to face his 150-person team after a major communication mistake, and the lessons he learned about integrity and owning up. Jeff offers practical wisdom for leaders navigating high-pressure situations, showing how to respond with courage, humility, and clarity. It’s an episode filled with insights on turning “oh shit” moments into growth and leadership strength. |
| The Forward Thinking Podcast | Developing Leadership Resiliency — Lessons from Lewis & Clark | In this episode of The Forward Thinking Podcast, FCCS VP Stephanie Barton talks with Jeff Ton—author, speaker, and co-creator of The Lewis and Clark Virtual Experience. Together, they explore how timeless lessons from Lewis and Clark can guide modern leaders through uncertainty and change. Jeff shares insights on resilience, collaboration, and navigating disagreements with purpose and humility. Listeners will discover how looking back at history’s great explorers can illuminate the path forward for today’s teams. | |
| ParentingUp | But Dad Remembers Everything: A Conversation of FTD | In this episode of Parenting Up Caregiving Adventures with Comedian J Smiles, Jeff Ton shares his deeply personal journey as an unexpected caregiver for his father, a respected doctor and bishop, living with Frontotemporal Dementia. With honesty and heart, Jeff recounts the challenges of finding the right diagnosis and adapting to his father’s changing reality—while honoring his dignity and spirit. His story reveals the emotional depth of caregiving, the importance of self-care and advocacy, and the courage it takes to say “no” with love. It’s a moving conversation about resilience, family, and the strength of the human spirit. | |
| Courageous Love w Amber Fields | 09.30.21 | The Flames Shall Not Consume You | Jeff Ton is here to share the story of his mother Mary Ellen Ton. 42 years after the fire that changed his family's life forever, Jeff has published a second edition of his mother's book The Flames Shall Not Consume You. |
It’s not often I get to speak to someone who is equally passionate about Lewis and Clark as I am. I was thrilled to be a guest on The Good Life podcast to talk about the leadership lessons that can be gleaned from the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Host, Sean Murray, and I dig into the expedition in Part I of this two-part interview. Having authored a microbook titled Everything I Learned About Leadership…I Learned from Lewis and Clark and numerous blog posts, I enjoyed the conversation with Sean.
In Part I, we talk about vision, team building, accountability, and diversity as we trace the footsteps of Lewis and Clark on the first part of their epic journey. If you missed it, here is the link!
In Part II, we discuss developing resilience in yourself and your team, overcoming obstacles, and how to make a decision when your team disagrees! Check out this installment of Lewis and Clark!
Simply Solving Cyber is the brand new podcast by Aaron Pritz and Teddy Guzek. This show features an interactive discussion between expert hosts and guests focused on solving cybersecurity and privacy challenges in innovative and creative ways. Their goal is for their audience to learn and discover real, tangible, usable ideas that don’t require a huge budget to accomplish. Shows like “How It’s Made” have become popular because they explain complicated or largely unknown things in easy terms. This show brings the human element to cybersecurity and privacy.
In this episode, we talk about how my team and I solved PCI compliance issues using people and process before technology. While ultimately technology did play a part, we were about to resolve many of the issues by working with the people and driving new processes.
It was great to be back on A Geek Leader and talk to host John Rouda. John is a great host who makes his guests feel comfortable. Perhaps it is because I AM a geek leader! In this episode, we discuss my new book, Amplify Your Job Search, and why it is so important in today’s economy. We highlight the importance of networking, not only to your job search but to your career overall. We also discuss the role of technology in culture during COVID and why that is important to the job seeker. Listen in to this lively conversation!
Status Go – Episode 86
2020 has been a year of chaos…to say the least. A global pandemic, rising racial tensions, economic devastation, and more. Leaders have been challenged unlike never before. Steve Johns is leading his organization through this quagmire. Steve is the CEO of OneCause, a fundraising platform for non-profits.
Steve takes us on the journey of 2020, the problems they were facing, the decisions he and his leadership team made, and the resulting future they have built. The organization is stronger, more united, and positioned to grow. Listen to one of the greatest leadership stories of 2020 (and maybe of our times)!
Status Go is the weekly podcast from InterVision. We provide actionable insights from technology leaders to technology leaders who want to break out of the status quo and lead their businesses into the new future. Listen to more of our episodes here: https://www.intervision.com/statusgo-podcasts/
Status Go – Episode 84
In this episode of Status Go, we continue our series Race in Tech. In this series, our focus is on amplifying the voices of our black colleagues, learning how to create inclusive environments, and taking action against systemic racism in tech. My guest on this episode is Dr. Natoshia Anderson, a self-described recovering mechanical engineer who now focuses her time on education in STEM. She is the host of STEMming in Stilletos (GREAT name for a podcast!).
We discuss a lot of topics, but we focus on the intersection of being black, being female, and being a mother. Dr. Anderson shares deeply about the heaviness in her heart and soul in light of, yet another incident of violence against a black man by police. She talks candidly about sending her son out into the world with fear…every day.
Give it a listen and while you are at it, check out STEMming in Stilletos!
Status Go is the weekly podcast from InterVision. We provide actionable insights from technology leaders to technology leaders who want to break out of the status quo and lead their businesses into the new future. Listen to more of our episodes here: https://www.intervision.com/statusgo-podcasts/
Status Go – Episode 82
Cynthia Billops is the director of programs for the organization /dev/color. /dev/color is an organization whose mission is to provide black software engineers the support they need to grow into industry leaders. Cynthia is passionate about that mission. Her passion comes through loud and clear as we talk about the organization.
I came away with two powerful insights into the heart of being a black engineer in tech. I am not going to tell you what those two takeaways are, I want you to listen to the episode and tell me your takeaways!.
Status Go is the weekly podcast from InterVision. We provide actionable insights from technology leaders to technology leaders who want to break out of the status quo and lead their businesses into the new future. Listen to more of our episodes here: https://www.intervision.com/statusgo-podcasts/
