Best TRIUM Podcasts (2026)

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EP40 - AI – How did we get here and where are we going? 1:21:20

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AI is becoming ubiquitous in our lives. It shapes how we work, play, interact, create, and even manage our health—and this is only the beginning. To understand where we are and where we might go, we first need to understand how we got here. By tracing the evolving nature of machine intelligence, we can appreciate how today’s AI differs from its pas…

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Leading with Transparency and Trust: Jarek Kutylowski, CEO of DeepL 50:51

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In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Jarek Kutylowski, founder and CEO of DeepL. DeepL is a pioneering AI company serving hundreds of thousands of businesses around the world. Born in Poland and raised between Poland and Germany, Jarek experienced firsthand the challenges and beauty of bridging languages and cultures. Trained as a comp…

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Scaling Purpose and Mission: Vishal Ghotge, CEO of Kiva.org 53:25

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In this episode, Darren speaks with Vishal Ghotge, CEO of Kiva.org. Over the past 20 years, Kiva's platform has crowdfunded over $2.4 billion in interest free microloans to over 5 million entrepreneurs around the world, with a 96% repayment rate. In this episode we hear about Vishal's origins growing up in Mumbai, then coming to the US for his grad…

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A CEO Masterclass: Jeff Cohen, CEO of Fruit of the Loom 51:12

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In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Jeff Cohen, CEO of Fruit of the Loom. Jeff's career has been extraordinary. He spent over 20 years in senior roles at American Express, GE, and Home Depot, which he calls a masterclass in brand process and culture. Later, he ran multiple mid-cap businesses, including Larson-Juhl, a Berkshire Hathawa…

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E39 - There is Definitely an ‘I’ in Team: Understanding Team Dynamics in Complex Organisations 1:01:49

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At the heart of every organization lies a web of relationships: individual performance is shaped by not only a person’s inherent characteristics, but also by their interactions with others within teams, and their teams’ interactions with other teams across the system. Within such a complex structure, how can we know how much of ‘deviant behavior’ c…

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The Power of Engagement: Al Ko, CEO of Auctane 56:51

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In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Albert Ko, CEO of Auctane. Al began his career at Intuit, where he was shaped by formative mentors and experiences that continue to influence how he leads today. Later, as CEO of Early Warning, he helped scale Zelle into one of the leading peer to peer payment platforms in the world, transforming ho…

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From Nightclub Promoter to Philanthropic Visionary: Scott Harrison, CEO of charity: water 58:53

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In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Scott Harrison, founder and CEO of charity: water. Raised in a deeply religious household, Scott left home at 18 to spend a decade as a successful nightclub promoter in Manhattan, only to wake up one day and realize his life was empty. That reckoning launched him on a journey from the excesses of M…

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Greatness is a Responsibility: Dennis Woodside, CEO of Freshworks 56:21

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In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Dennis Woodside, CEO of Freshworks. Dennis has had an extraordinary career journey, including beginning as a corporate lawyer, a consultant at McKinsey, a senior executive at Google, COO of Dropbox, and president of Impossible Foods. Today he leads Freshworks, an AI enabled software company focused …

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E38 - Europe’s Politics Are Changing: The Rise of the Challenger Parties 1:02:21

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How can we understand the decline of establishment political parties and the rise of new, successful challengers in Europe? Why are these new challengers predominantly right wing nationalist parties? How does their rise compare to the MAGA movement in the US? How is this new political landscape creating even greater challenges to attempts to solve …

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Building a Masterpiece: Charles Spinosa and Chris Davis, authors of Leadership as Masterpiece Creation 1:04:23

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What does it take to turn your business into a masterpiece? In this episode of One of One, Darren speaks with Charles Spinosa and Christopher Davis, a co-author and contributor, respectively, to the incredible book, Leadership as Masterpiece Creation. The book invites leaders to think about themselves and the companies they are building as masterpi…

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A Contrarian Mindset: Neil Kumar, Co-Founder & CEO of BridgeBio 43:58

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In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Neil Kumar, co-founder and CEO of BridgeBio, a leading biotech company focused on treating rare genetic conditions that largely affect children. Neil is a deeply contrarian thinker and leader. It shows up in his decision to start a company ten years ago focused on a market that most others ignore…

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Embracing Discomfort: Hanno Renner, Co-Founder & CEO of Personio 46:41

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In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Hanno Renner, co-founder and CEO of the Munich, Germany-based company Personio. Personio is a people software platform focused on small and mid-sized companies, and is widely regarded as one of the most successful technology companies founded in Europe over the past decade. This conversation expl…

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E37 - What comes next? Putting current attacks on the global market into a historic context 1:14:12

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The policies in the first 100 days of the Trump administration have resulted in an extraordinary time of uncertainty and change in the way the global economy works and how it will function in the future. The shock at the speed and scope of the undermining of the current system regulating global trade is real. When we feel disorientated by our curre…

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Strategic Power: A Conversation with Hamilton Helmer, author of 7 Powers, and Chenyi Shi 59:32

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In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Hamilton Helmer—renowned author of 7 Powers—and his brilliant colleague Chenyi Shi for a deep dive into the architecture of enduring business success. 7 Powers is widely regarded as one of the most insightful and practical frameworks on strategy, offering a clear lens through which leaders can un…

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Building a Breakthrough Company: Howie Liu, CEO of Airtable 52:40

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In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with Howie Liu, Founder and CEO of Airtable, to explore his journey of building and scaling a company with a bold mission: democratizing software creation. Over the past 12 years, Howie has navigated multiple phases of growth, each requiring an evolution in his leadership. We discuss the critical role…

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Leading with High Care and High Standards: Silvija Martincevic, CEO of Deputy 47:25

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What does it take to step into the shoes of a founder and lead a company in its next chapter of growth? In this episode of One of One, join host Darren Gold as he sits down with Silvija Martincevic, CEO of Deputy, a leading global workforce management company. You'll follow Silvija's journey from her early years growing up in Croatia to her senior …

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E36 - A Unified Theory of Finance: The Corporate Life Cycle 1:08:47

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We are all born, become toddlers, teenagers, adults, mid-aged, late middle aged, and eventually die. Do company’s follow this same pattern? If so, can we use that pattern to better predict what they will do and compare that to what they should do at different stages of their life cycles? My guest for this episode is Aswath Damodaran. Aswath is a Pr…

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Leading with Impact: Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, CEO of Xero 48:18

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In this episode of One of One, Darren sits down with the extraordinary Sukhinder Singh Cassidy to explore her remarkable career journey. From founding two companies to serving as CEO of StubHub, and now leading Xero, Sukhinder offers a wealth of insights into what it takes to excel in both “founder mode” and “CEO mode.” Together, they dive into the…

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Unapologetically Honest in Mission and Leadership: Max Levchin, Founder & CEO of Affirm 50:42

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Ever wondered what it takes to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of fintech? In this episode of "One of One," you’ll hear from industry luminary Max Levchin, the co-founder and CEO of Affirm. Join host Darren Gold as he delves deep into Levchin's journey, uncovering the essential roles of a CEO, like setting a three-year strategy, hiring top talen…

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The Transformative Impact of a Single Decision: Chris Cocks, CEO of Hasbro 46:57

1y ago46:57

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In this episode of One of One, host Darren Gold sits down with Chris Cocks, the CEO of Hasbro, to explore the significant challenges and strategic decisions that defined his initial year in leadership. After stepping into the role in February 2022, Cocks faced immediate and formidable obstacles, including a high-stakes proxy battle with an activist…

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The Art of Followership: Laela Sturdy, Managing Partner & CEO of CapitalG 41:38

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In this episode of "One of One," Darren chats with Laela Sturdy, Managing Partner at CapitalG. Laela talks about her unique leadership style that combines seriousness with just the right amount of playfulness to keep her team energized and on point. She reflects on the pivotal role of community, the value of enduring friendships, and the importance…

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E35 - A Perfect Storm – Tragedy in the Middle East 1:31:04

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My guest for this episode of Fawaz Gerges of the London School of Economics where he is the Emirates Professorship in Contemporary Middle East Studies. Fawaz earned his doctorate at Oxford and has taught there, as well as at Harvard and Columbia. He has been a research scholar at Princeton and is the author of 10 books on the Middle East and his ar…

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The Co-founder Journey: Jiajun Zhu and Dave Ferguson of Nuro 43:51

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In this episode of "One of One," you'll hear an incredible conversation with Jiajun Zhu (JZ) and Dave Ferguson, the co-founders of Nuro, a pioneering autonomous vehicle company. They discuss the intricate dynamics of their unique leadership roles as they share candid insights into the way they can operate as co-CEOs, with JZ focusing on technology …

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The Mountain as Metaphor for Life and Leadership: Scott Cutler, CEO of StockX 45:46

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Join us in this engaging episode of "One of One" as we sit down with Scott Cutler, an influential leader with an impressive career at the New York Stock Exchange, StubHub, eBay, and StockX. Scott shares his journey from an advisory role to CEO, unfolding his leadership philosophy centered on personal development, exemplary leadership, and achieving…

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The Sacred Nature of Work: Bill Anderson, CEO of Bayer 41:36

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Radically rethink how work gets done at scale as Darren sits down with Bill Anderson, the visionary CEO of Bayer, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biotech companies. They discuss the sacred nature of work, the role of faith in leadership, and the secret ingredient to extraordinary leadership teams. They also touch on sports as Bayer ce…

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The Importance of Self-Mastery: Perkins Miller, CEO of Fandom 49:51

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In this compelling episode of One of One, join host Darren Gold as he sits down with Perkins Miller, the dynamic CEO of Fandom. You'll delve into Perkins's illustrious career journey, featuring notable roles at NBC Universal, WWE, and StubHub, and his impactful experiences working on multiple Olympics worldwide. As you listen, you'll uncover valuab…

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Leading at Scale with Balance and Joy: Carol Tome, CEO of UPS 50:11

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In our inaugural episode of "One of One," Darren engages in a profound conversation with Carol Tome, CEO of UPS. You will traverse Carol's accomplished career, beginning with her early life in Jackson, Wyoming, and spanning her various roles at Home Depot over the course of her near-quarter-century tenure, ultimately serving as their CFO. You’ll ga…

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Welcome to the One of One Podcast! 1:42

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A front row seat to in-depth conversations with some of the world’s most interesting CEOs. Darren Gold, CEO of The Trium Group, dives deep into the unique practices and philosophies of a wide range of leaders – from founders of iconic early-stage companies to the CEOs of Fortune 50 organizations.By Darren Gold

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E34 - What comes next? The slow death of the neo-liberal world view 55:13

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Across the world, the rise of various forms of authoritarianism and ethno-nationalism seems to be on an ever upward trend. This creates huge uncertainties across multiple dimensions – personal, cultural, political, and not least of which in challenges business leaders face as they attempt to navigate across this uncertainty. All of this turmoil is,…

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E33 - The Learning Leader 1:02:04

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Once in a while you come across a person who embodies, in their thoughts and deeds, a kind of archetype or ideal form of a role – the great artist, the wise philosopher, the genius physicist. Hervé Coyco, for me, is the archetype of the best of business leaders. In our conversation he shares some of the wisdom, humility and practices which have mad…

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E32 - Re-Inventing Your Business Model 1:04:47

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My guest for this episode is Laurence Lehmann-Ortega. Laurence is one of the world’s leading experts on how existing firms can create innovative new business models. In this episode we discuss the newest edition of her book, Re(Inventing) your Business Model: The Odyssey 3.14 Approach, co-authored with Helene Musikas and Jean March Schoettl. The bo…

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E31 - Becoming You 1:03:04

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I am delighted to be joined by Suzy Welch for this episode. Suzy has had an amazing career! After graduating from Harvard, she became a crime beat reporter for the Miami Herald but after a short time was re-assigned to the business section – a change which would set the stage for the rest of her career. She then left journalism and went back to Har…

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EP30 - Reading China in the Original 1:13:47

2y ago1:13:47

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Occasionally you read a book that changes the way you think about a topic or a place. The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and Capitalism by Keyu Jin is just such a book and it was great to have her join me on TRIUM Connects. We discuss the consequences (both intended an unintended) of the one child policy, the combination of strong political c…

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E29 - China in Latin America 1:02:37

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I am guessing that most of you have heard about Chinese firms and government’s large involvement and investment in Africa. For example, as part of a strategy to secure the resources needed to play a leading role in the economy of the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, China has purchased mining rights, mined, and built refineries for…

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E28 - The 2023 Banking Crisis: Can we Trust the Regulators? 1:08:18

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In 2008, at the height of the global financial crisis, 25 US banks failed. Their combined asset value was equal to $526 billion (adjusted for inflation). In the first 5 months of 2023, three banks have failed with a total asset value of $532 billion. Let that sink in – we are in uncharted territory. What is happening and why? Why do we see a kind o…

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E27 - Upwards Influence – The Art and Science of Being Heard 1:03:30

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Upwards Influence – The Art and Science of Being Heard Over the last several decades, more and more leadership research has highlighted the need for leaders to create an environment where disparate and diverse opinions and approaches are elicited and incorporated into decision making. If leaders can manage that, they can more easily avoid premature…