
Data Center Revolution
The purpose of the Data Center Revolution Podcast is to create a meaningful connection with a sophisticated audience that is starved to learn more about the people leading innovation in our industry.
We invite you to join the DCR podcast, a long form conversation hosted by Kirk Offel, with some of the data center industry’s luminaries.
Every industry has "All Stars" and the data center industry is no different. Our goal with the Data Center Revolution podcast is to deep dive with these celebrities to uncover what inspires them to transform the data center industry.
Latest episodes

Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 25min
Ep 91 Pt 2: Fail Fast, Learn Quickly with Mike Sarraille
Join Kirk and Mike Sarraille, CEO of Talent War Group, for part two of their discussion. They reflect on self-improvement, mental endurance, and the collective growth in navigating the complexities of the modern world. Delving into the implications of AI integration and technology in healthcare, they stress the need for a harmonious relationship between humanity and technology for future generations. Emphasizing the value of learning from failure, resilience, and effective leadership in fostering engagement and retention within organizations.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 27min
Ep 91: Iron Shapes Iron with Mike Sarraille
Join Kirk and Mike Sarraille, CEO of Talent War Group, in this episode where they delve into military experiences, leadership lessons, and the impact of technology on society. They discuss the transformation from military service to civilian life, emphasizing values and character over financial success. On the edge of a new industrial revolution, what are our blind spots and what will change in entirely new ways?
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Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 29min
Ep 90: Innovation vs Execution with Osvaldo Morales
Kirk continues the conversation with Osvaldo Morales, Chief Officer, Infrastructure at Denvr Dataworks, on coming up with innovative solutions in the data center industry while maintaining stability in business.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 27min
Ep 89: Continuous Pioneering with Osvaldo Morales
With a background in mechanical and electrical engineering sparked by childhood tinkering, Osvaldo Morales, Chief Officer, Infrastructure at Denvr Dataworks, has transformed the idea of data centers. He and Kirk recount Oz's beginnings and discuss the environment needed for real innovation to take shape.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 59min
Ep 88: It's a Power Crisis with Peter Gross
Kirk continues the conversation with Peter Gross, Managing Partner at PMG Associates, on the advancement of electrical technology. Is the future in hydrogen, nuclear, or other more-sustainable sources?
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Mar 20, 2024 • 1h 13min
Ep 87: Power to Grow with Peter Gross
Kirk talks with Peter Gross, Managing Partner at PMG Associates, about how important power is for data centers, especially with all the energy needed for AI. They observe how the electrical grid is getting old and discuss the need to switch to more sustainable energy sources. Peter emphasizes the need for building eco-friendly data centers that don't produce carbon emissions, because of environmental impact concerns.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ep 86: Eliminating Ego with Karli Waldon
Kirk continues the conversation with Karli Waldon, Chief of Staff at Overwatch. How has Karli's introduction to the data center industry changed? How does a "tech" lens on the industry change its shape? Communication and representation at all levels within organizations are crucial for attracting diverse candidates. Empowering individuals, actively advocating for change, and encouraging collaboration can drive collective growth and optimization processes in the industry.

Mar 6, 2024 • 51min
Ep 85: Never Wanting To Settle with Karli Waldon
In this episode, Karli Waldon, Chief of Staff at Overwatch, joins Kirk to delve into their experiences in the industry, focusing on the evolution from veteran recruitment to leadership coaching. They discuss the evolving nature of the data center industry, adapting to changes, and providing value to their teams. Diversity and fresh perspectives in leadership roles are crucial for innovation and success, especially in supporting veterans and addressing talent gaps.

Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 2min
Ep 84: Building Data Centers for a Greener Future with Christian Belady
In part 2 of Kirk's conversation with Christian Belady, Senior Advisor at DigitalBridge, they discuss the imperative of making data centers ecologically transparent and minimizing their ecological impact through innovative measures. Belady emphasizes the importance of thinking beyond conventional boundaries, inspiring others to think bigger, and fostering collaboration within the industry to address emerging challenges.

Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 43min
Ep 83: Leading the Efficiency Revolution with Christian Belady
Join Kirk and Christian Belady as they discuss the development of the PUE metric for data center efficiency, the collaborative efforts in establishing industry standards, and the importance of innovation, overcoming challenges, and ethical considerations in the data center industry.
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