Best Luc Simons Podcasts (2025)

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How to Get Unstuck in Life — Lessons on Love from Sharon Salzberg, Meditation Pioneer 1:02:02

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What if the greatest gift you could offer this season isn’t something you buy—but rather the way you choose to meet yourself and others—with kindness? As we pause new releases over the holidays, the Finding Mastery team is taking time to rest, reflect, and be with our loved ones — because we believe relationships are part of the practice of mastery…

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This Is Why You’re Tired, Stressed, and Not Healing | Biohacker, Dave Asprey 1:01:40

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What would change if you stopped trying to push through fatigue — and instead learned what your biology is trying to tell you? On today’s episode of Finding Mastery, we sit down with entrepreneur, author, and biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey — founder of Bulletproof, Upgrade Labs, and widely regarded as the father of the modern biohacking movement. T…

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The Great Global Wealth Transfer — Thomas Piketty on Inequality 27:10

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Did you know that governments in Europe are able to spend 40 times more per child on education than governments in Sub-Saharan Africa? In this episode, world renowned economist Thomas Piketty breaks down the World Inequality Report 2026 and explains why today’s inequality is no longer a slow-moving crisis but an emergency. He shows how the global f…

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What Microsoft’s Culture Shift Can Teach You in 2026 | Kathleen Hogan 1:07:20

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What if the future of work isn’t about technology at all — but about unlocking more humanity in each other? On today’s episode, we sit down with Kathleen Hogan, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Microsoft, and one of the key architects behind the company’s cultural reinvention. Kathleen helped lead Microsoft’s shift from a “know-it-all” …

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The First Openly Gay NBA Player On the Power of Courage, Leadership, and Empathy | John Amaechi 1:21:51

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What does it really mean to live with courage and conviction? On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. John Amaechi — organizational psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and the first openly gay NBA player. Along his journey, John always set out to be himself in a world that repeatedly told him he was too big, too soft-spoken, too smart…

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Health Apartheid | Private Profit vs Public Health — How South Africa Is Fighting Back 31:33

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What happens when healthcare becomes a financial asset? In this episode, Anna Marriott and Dr. Aquina Thulare break down the dangers of health privatization and financialization. They explain how private equity and hedge funds are transforming hospitals into profit machines, putting patient care and public health at risk. Dr. Aquina Thulare describ…

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How To Live the Good Life - Lessons From The Longest Study On Happiness | Dr. Robert Waldinger 1:06:30

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What if the most powerful thing you can do for your health isn’t diet or exercise — but investing in the people you love? Today’s episode is from the Finding Mastery Vault — a timeless conversation with Dr. Robert Waldinger, psychiatrist, Harvard professor, Zen master, and Director of the world’s longest-running scientific study on happiness. In th…

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Olympic Gold Medalist: Other People Were Killing My Confidence (And How I Got It Back) - Caroline Marks 58:48

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What if the key to becoming a champion isn’t about chasing wins—but knowing when to pause, prioritize the inner work, and trust that the rest will follow? On today’s episode, filmed in front of a live audience at California Surf Club, we sit down with Caroline Marks — the 2023 World Surf League Women’s Champion and 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist. By 23…

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From Typhoon Haiyan to COP30: Marinel Ubaldo on Climate Justice and What COP30 Must Deliver 30:22

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When Super Typhoon Haiyan tore through the Philippines, 16-year-old Marinel Ubaldo watched her world wash away and learned a truth million on the frontlines already know: climate change is not a distant threat, but a lived injustice. Since then she’s become a fearless voice for accountability, loss and damage, and community-powered resilience. In t…

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Beyond Lieutenant Dan: Gary Sinise on Love, Loss & Legacy 1:11:57

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What if real success is measured not by what you achieve, but by how deeply you give? On today’s episode, we sit down with Gary Sinise—Emmy Award–winning actor and director best known for his roles in Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, and CSI: New York, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation—to explore his lifelong arc from self to service. Gary takes us…

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Bonus Episode: Aaron Lazar & Dr. Michael Gervais on the Mastery of Self and the Journey to Reverse ALS | Impossible Dreams Podcast 58:43

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Welcome to a special Monday episode on the Finding Mastery channel. Every once in a while, we come across a story or a person that moves us in a profound way — and this is one of those moments. Recently, I was invited by Aaron Lazar to join him on his new podcast, Impossible Dreams. Aaron is an incredible human — a Broadway and television actor, si…

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How a $120 Billion Company Thinks Like a Startup | Matt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services 51:07

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What if your biggest competitive advantage isn’t how technologically advanced you are — but how psychologically agile your teams are? On today’s episode, we sit down with Matt Garman — CEO of Amazon Web Services — to dig into the leadership frameworks behind one of the world’s most innovative companies. We cover his “one-way vs. two-way doors” deci…

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A Hopeful Tipping Point: The Legal Win That Could Stop New Fossil Fuels 30:50

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When an oil site was approved near her home, Sarah Finch didn’t just protest, she took her fight to the UK Supreme Court. And won. In this powerful episode, Sarah joins Nafkote Dabi and Max Lawson to share the story behind her five-year legal battle that changed everything: a ruling that now forces every new fossil fuel project in Britain to confro…

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95% of Creative People Struggle With THIS | Wieden+Kennedy's Neal Arthur 58:52

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What if the real challenge of creativity isn’t coming up with ideas… but creating the conditions where people believe in them enough to fight for them? Today, we sit down with Neal Arthur, Global CEO of Wieden+Kennedy, the iconic creative agency behind culture-shaping work from Nike’s “Just Do It” to Coca-Cola and McDonald’s. Neal leads one of the …

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Body Language Expert: The #1 Habit That Makes You Unforgettable | Vanessa Van Edwards 1:34:26

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What if the key to deeper connection isn’t in what you say — but in how your body speaks, listens, and moves? On today’s episode, we sit down with Vanessa Van Edwards — behavioral researcher, bestselling author, and founder of Science of People. A self-described “recovering awkward person,” Vanessa turned social anxiety into a science-backed toolki…

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Do We Need Billionaires? Can Private Money Serve the Public Good? 25:27

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Can finance be part of the solution to inequality? Following philosopher Dr. Ingrid Robeyns’ call to ask “How much wealth is too much?”, we meet someone trying to change the system from within. João Paulo Pacífico says he is ‘hacking’ the system using the tools of finance to fight inequality and support social movements like Brazil’s Landless Worke…

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Savannah Bananas: Inside The Banana Ball Phenomenon | Jesse Cole 1:17:35

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What if instead of chasing a seat at the table, you built an entirely new game — and the world fell in love with it? On today’s episode, we sit down with Jesse Cole, founder and owner of the Savannah Bananas and creator of Banana Ball. Jesse has built one of the most extraordinary, fast-growing sports movements by breaking every rule in the book. I…

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The War on Women: Gaza, Genocide, and the Fight for Peace 32:11

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Around the world, peace talks too often exclude the very people holding communities together. In this powerful episode, Max and Grazielle sit down with Dr. Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini, and Dr. Sarah Ihmoud, to unpack what happens when women lead peace and the human cost for the war in Gaza. From Northern Ireland’s Women’s Coalition to Palestinian women…

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NHL Hall Of Famer | From Underdog to Hockey Legend - Luc Robitaille, LA Kings President 1:08:19

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How Much Wealth Is Too Much? Ingrid Robeyns on the Case for Limitarianism 30:59

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From Panic Attacks to Prime-Time: Howie Mandel’s Survival Story 56:49

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What if the very thing you’ve been hiding from the world is actually the doorway to real connection? On today’s episode, we sit down with legendary comedian, TV host, actor, and producer Howie Mandel - best known for Deal or No Deal, America’s Got Talent, and decades of stand-up. But the real story isn’t what Howie does. It’s how he thinks. In this…

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The Truth About Hair Thinning | Nutrafol’s Giorgos Tsetis 42:40

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What if your deepest insecurity could become the catalyst for building something extraordinary? On today’s episode, we sit down with Giorgos Tsetis - engineer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Nutrafol. As a young model, Giorgos faced the fear of hair thinning head-on and made a radical choice: to engineer a healthier, science-backed path. That choi…

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A Force for Good: Trade Unions Fighting for Dignity and Democracy. 29:52

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Why Most Athletes Break - And How We Didn’t | Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes 1:24:12

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What does it take to win an Olympic medal—while navigating the mental and emotional rollercoaster of the Games? On today’s episode, Dr. Gervais sits down with Olympic silver medalists Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes, their legendary coach Marcio Sicoli, and moderator David Belasco to go behind the curtain of Team Canada’s incredible 20…

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Stop Letting Your Emotions Hijack Your Success | Travis Bradberry 1:06:38

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What if your success as a leader, parent, or partner depends less on IQ — and more on emotional intelligence? On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Travis Bradberry — best-selling author and one of the world’s leading voices on emotional intelligence (EQ). With over 5 million books sold, including his latest The New Emotional Intelligence, Dr. B…

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Workers vs. the Billionaire Coup – Conversation with Luc Triangle 29:55

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You’ll Fail at Love…Until You Realize This | Simon Sinek 1:22:18

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What if our deepest human needs, for connection and belonging, hold the real answers for navigating a world racing ahead with technology? On today’s episode, we sit down with Simon Sinek, globally renowned thinker, bestselling author, and long-time friend of the show. Back for a second conversation with us, Simon brings his trademark clarity and st…

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Depression Is the Past, Anxiety Is the Future – How to Live in the Present | Tim Ferriss 1:30:23

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What if reframing one simple word, and one simple practice, could reshape how you experience your life? On today’s episode, we sit down with Tim Ferriss, bestselling author of The 4-Hour Workweek, host of The Tim Ferriss Show, angel investor, and relentless experimenter in human potential. Known for his curiosity and cultural impact, Tim opens up a…

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From Chernobyl to World Champion | Oksana Masters 1:06:12

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What if I told you that one of the most dominant athletes of our time began her life in unimaginable hardship - and then rewrote her story, chapter by chapter? This week, we revisit one of the most powerful conversations in the Finding Mastery vault with Oksana Masters; multi-sport Paralympic gold medalist and one of the most decorated Paralympic a…

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How To Make Money… 3 Proven Actions to Build Wealth | Brian Werdesheim 1:00:35

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How do you know when you have “enough” money—and what does that mean for how you live? In this episode of Finding Mastery, we sit down with Brian Werdesheim, expert financial advisor and founding member of the Summa Group at Stifel Financial Corporation, to explore the deeply personal and emotional relationship we have with money. Brian goes beyond…

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The 5 Types of Wealth That Will Change Your Life | Sahil Bloom 57:14

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What if the real risk isn’t failure—it’s spending your whole life chasing a version of success that was never yours to begin with? That question sparked a radical transformation in Sahil Bloom’s life. A NYT best-selling author, entrepreneur, and investor, Sahil once had a sobering realization: he might only see his parents 15 more times in his life…

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The Narcissist Expert: How To Spot Them, Survive Them & Why They're Everywhere - Dr. Ramani 1:12:38

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What if some of the traits that drive high performance – are also at the very core of narcissism? This week on Finding Mastery, we welcome clinical psychologist and narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula to explore one of the most complex psychological dynamics of our time. Narcissism isn’t always loud or obvious. Dr. Ramani breaks down how narciss…

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Millions Watched Me Dance — No One Saw My Trauma I Derek Hough 1:21:42

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What if one of the greatest choreographers and dancers of our time found mastery not in movement… but in stillness? This week on Finding Mastery, we’re joined by Derek Hough—four-time Emmy Award winner, six-time Dancing with the Stars champion, and one of the most respected dancers and choreographers in the world. This conversation isn’t just about…

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Why Most Relationships Fail (And How to Break the Cycle) — Yung Pueblo 1:23:37

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What are the three things you need to know to love better? This week, we’re joined by Yung Pueblo — a meditator, poet, bestselling author, and one of the most impactful modern-day wisdom teachers whose work is grounded in lived experience. Diego shares his deeply personal journey: from hitting rock bottom in his early twenties to rebuilding his lif…

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What AI Can't Replace: The Ancient Skills That Will Save Us | Soren Gordhamer 1:15:51

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The question is not if AI will advance. It will. The real question is whether humans will advance with it? This week on The Finding Mastery Podcast, we sit down with Soren Gordhamer — founder of Wisdom 2.0, a global movement exploring the intersection of mindfulness, purpose, and technology. Soren’s latest book, The Essential: Discovering What Real…

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Ask Me Anything: Finding Purpose, Raising Resilient Kids & Navigating Workplace Politics | Vol. 27 1:02:02

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How do you stay true to your values when others are playing political games? What if your purpose feels too small compared to others? And how do we raise kids who can handle life's inevitable hard blows? We're back for Part 2 of our special Finding Mastery Ask Me Anything with Dr. Michael Gervais and our good friend—author, documentarian, podcaster…

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Money, Power, and Inequality: Season 7 Wrap-Up 19:39

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How Not to Die | How Alex Honnold Trains His Mind to Stay Calm 3,000 Feet Above Ground 1:39:23

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How do you stay calm and focused when you’re 3,000 feet off the ground — with no ropes, no safety lines, and no room for error? Legendary climber and free soloist Alex Honnold returns to The Finding Mastery Podcast for a raw, insightful conversation about mindset, being great with fear, and what it means to live at the edge of human performance. Al…

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The Mindset Shifts That Built a Billion Dollar Brand — TheRealReal's Julie Wainwright on Reinvention & Leadership 1:15:39

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What does it take to rebuild your life after public failure — and bet on yourself again? This week, we sit down with Julie Wainwright — a trailblazing entrepreneur who went from the CEO of Pets.com during the dot-com crash to building The RealReal into a billion-dollar luxury resale powerhouse… all in her 50s. Julie was one of only 23 women to ever…

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From Jordan to Kobe: The Keys to a Championship Mindset with Mindfulness Coach George Mumford 1:11:17

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What can we learn from the same person who helped unlock greatness in Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Phil Jackson? The answer is: a lot. Meet George Mumford — the mindfulness coach behind some of the most legendary names in sport. Known as “The Mindfulness Performance Whisperer,” George has worked with elite NBA players, Olympic athletes, world-c…

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How to Lead Through Crisis—Building Trust, Courage, and Culture at Alaska Airlines | Ben Minicucci 1:01:24

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What does it take to be a great leader in moments of calm and crisis? And how do you maintain strength in a heartfelt way? Ben Minicucci is the CEO of Alaska Airlines — where he leads with a values-first approach rooted in trust, accountability, and care. With a background in engineering, military service, and operations, Ben is redefining what it …

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Cognitive Psychologist: Break Free from a Victim Mindset | Scott Barry Kaufman 57:16

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What if the greatest obstacle to reaching your potential isn't external barriers, but a mindset in which you see yourself as a victim? Today, I’m stoked to welcome back my good friend and one of my favorite thinkers, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman. This is Scott’s third time on the podcast, and he always delivers. Scott is a humanistic psychologist, bests…

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The Taylor Swift Playbook — Bold Moves, Loyal Fans, and Lasting Impact | Kevin Evers 50:45

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What if one of the most powerful business minds of our time wasn’t a CEO or a founder—and instead, a singer-songwriter who’s been redefining her brand strategy since age 13? Today, we’re diving into the business brilliance of Taylor Swift — and to help us do it, I’m joined by Kevin Evers, Senior Editor at Harvard Business Review and author of There…

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From Competition to Concentration: How monopoly power shapes inequality. 27:17

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Future-Proof Your Body: Become Durable, Mobile, and Pain-Free with Dr. Kelly Starrett 1:39:37

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What if one of the keys to sustaining high performance wasn’t just about going harder, but learning how to recover smarter—and move better—every single day? This week, we’re pulling one from the Finding Mastery Vaults. It’s a conversation I had with Dr. Kelly Starrett—performance coach to some of the world's top athletes, Olympians, elite military …

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Ask Me Anything: Dr. Michael Gervais on Self-Worth, Resilience, and Finding Light in the Cracks 53:12

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What does it take to thrive in today’s high-pressure, constantly shifting world? We’re back with a special Finding Mastery Ask Me Anything with Dr. Michael Gervais! In this AMA, we're thrilled to welcome our good friend, Yogi Roth, for a powerful conversation on navigating life's most challenging moments. Drawing from our extensive experience with …

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The Power of Quiet Leadership—Action, Impact, and the Climate Crisis with Tenzin Seldon 1:09:31

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How do you lead with conviction—without losing your center? Tenzin Seldon is a global climate advocate, human rights leader, and one of the first Tibetan-Americans to rise through the ranks of elite institutions like Stanford and Oxford. But her story isn’t about prestige—it’s about purpose. Born to Tibetan refugee parents, Tenzin’s life has been s…

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Seattle Seahawks General Manager on Talent, Teamwork, and Tough Conversations | John Schneider 1:04:44

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What does it take to build one of the most respected teams in the NFL — and lead it with heart, grit, and humility? This episode is a special one. Recorded right in the heart of Seahawks territory in Seattle, I got to sit down with my friend, John Schneider, General Manager of the Seattle Seahawks. John has spent over a decade helping to build one …

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Can You Reverse Aging? The Surprising Role of Skin in Longevity | Dr. Carolina Reis Oliveira 1:04:40

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What if our skin—our most visible organ—is actually one of the best gateways to longevity and vibrant health? This week’s guest is Dr. Carolina Reis Oliveira—a brilliant scientist, a bio-chemist with a focus in stem cells and tissue engineer who’s redefining what it means to age well. As co-founder and CEO of OneSkin, Carolina’s using cutting-edge …

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Lift As You Rise: Purpose-Driven Approach to Leadership with Ellyn Shook 52:30

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What does it take to create a workplace where people thrive—where leadership is human-centered, purpose-driven, built for the future, and knows how to get results? Today, as part of our Modern Leadership series I’m excited to sit down with Ellyn Shook, the former Chief Leadership & Human Resources Officer at Accenture, to explore the evolving lands…