Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People
Episodes
Why Listening Unlocks Deeper Human Connection with Haru Yamada
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if you’ve been listening wrong your entire life? Haru Yamada, social linguist and author of Kiku: The Japanese Art of Good Listening, reveals w...
Earth Day with Jane Goodall: A Life, A Legacy, A Call to Act
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This Earth Day, we revisit a remarkable conversation with Jane Goodall—both a timely call to action and a reflection on a life that reshaped how we ...
Why Innovation Demands a Mindshift with Brian Solis
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to see the future before it arrives?Guy Kawasaki sits down with Brian Solis, author of Mindshift, to unpack how leaders can s...
The Grandmothers Who Defied a Dictatorship to Find Their Grandchildren with Haley Cohen Gilliland
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a group of grandmothers challenges a brutal dictatorship—and wins? In this episode, Haley Cohen Gilliland, journalist and director...
Brad Meltzer on The Viper, Witness Protection, and Starting Over
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Meltzer joins Guy Kawasaki to discuss his latest thriller, The Viper, and the real-world research behind it—from America’s most secretive fun...
How Does Disruption Actually Happen Inside Organizations with Scott Anthony
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Disruption expert Scott Anthony explains why innovation alone isn’t enough—and why the real work of disruption is making things simpler, cheaper, ...
Jennifer Welch: Outspoken, Unapologetic, and Unafraid in Divided America
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Welch joins Remarkable People with her signature candor, sharp humor, and unapologetic edge. As co-host of I’ve Had It and author of the ne...
Dolly Chugh: Why “Good People” Struggle with Bias and What to Do About It
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We first released this episode with Dolly Chugh more than a year ago, but it feels even more relevant today.Dolly is a social psychologist at NYU who ...
How Apple Survived and Thrived: The First Fifty Years with David Pogue
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What really happened inside Apple’s first fifty years? David Pogue joins Guy Kawasaki to unpack the myths, the meltdowns, and the moments that built...
How Privacy’s Defender Cindy Cohn Changed the Future of Encryption
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cindy Cohn joins Remarkable People to break down encryption, Section 230, metadata, and the real meaning of the First and Fourth Amendments in the dig...
Fixing a Broken Money System with Tarun Ramadorai
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why does personal finance feel so stressful—even when we’re wealthier than ever? Tarun Ramadorai joins Guy Kawasaki to explain why the system isn’...
How AI Can Bring Humanity Back to Healthcare with Lloyd Minor
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if healthcare stopped reacting to illness and started anticipating it?In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki sits down with Dr. Lloyd...
When Structure Meets Opportunity for Detroit’s Youth with Renee Fluker
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What do golf, grit, and gratitude have to do with college success? Renee Fluker answers that question with 25 years of proof. As the founder of Detroi...
How You Actually Figure Out Who You Are with Suzy Welch
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real challenge in your career isn’t working harder—but figuring out who you actually are?Guy Kawasaki sits down with Suzy Welch—NYU ...
Building What Lasts: Brad Feld on Trust, Mentorship, and Long-Term Thinking
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really mean to give without keeping score? Brad Feld has built a career by answering that question differently than almost anyone in vent...
Tiny Habits, Big Change (Re-Release)
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if lasting change didn’t require motivation or willpower?In this re-released episode of the Remarkable People Podcast, Guy Kawasaki revisits hi...
Why Purpose Without Self-Compassion Leads to Burnout with Jane Chen
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it cost to care deeply—and what happens when the work that defines you nearly breaks you?In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasak...
How Smartphones Changed Childhood: Jonathan Haidt on The Anxious Generation
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when childhood is rewired by smartphones and social media? Jonathan Haidt joins Guy to break down how a single decade transformed attenti...
When the Plan Falls Apart: Finding Yourself in Change with Maya Shankar
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Maya Shankar joins Guy Kawasaki to unpack the psychology of change—why it rattles us, how it reshapes identity, and what helps people emerge stronge...
Why Anointment Decides Who Really Rises, with Toby Stuart
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if success depends less on merit and more on the quiet transfer of status? In this episode, Guy Kawasaki interviews Toby Stuart, UC Berkeley Haas...
What It Takes to Fix a Broken Healthcare System with Erin Nance
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Erin Nance is an orthopedic surgeon who has seen firsthand how often patients—especially women—are misdiagnosed, dismissed, or overlooked. In this...
Who Were the Women of Ravensbrück? Lynne Olson on Courage in Captivity
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes ordinary people do extraordinary things? In this episode of Remarkable People, bestselling author and historian Lynne Olson joins Guy Kawas...
How Behavioral Economics Shapes Our World with Richard Thaler and Alex Imas
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes humans so predictably irrational? Nobel Laureate Richard Thaler and Alex Imas join Guy Kawasaki to reveal the quirks that shape our decisio...
How to Think Clearly in an Age of Misinformation with Mike Caulfield
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know what to believe online?In this re-run episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki talks with Mike Caulfield, research scientist at the ...
How to Lead People First in Uncertain Times with Dara Treseder
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does leadership look like when the world keeps shifting beneath you? Dara Treseder—Chief Marketing Officer of Autodesk—joins Guy to share how...
The Woman Who Taught the FBI to Listen
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ann Wolbert Burgess is no ordinary nurse or researcher—she helped shape the FBI’s profiling program and redefined forensic nursing. In this episod...
Why Interdependence Matters: Baratunde Thurston on Democracy and Responsible Tech
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to stay grounded when the world feels increasingly disconnected and tech-driven? That’s the question at the center of this convers...
When Women Get Sick—and What Rebecca Bloom Wants Us to Do About It
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Behind every delayed diagnosis and dismissed symptom is a woman who deserved better.In this moving conversation, Guy Kawasaki talks with Rebecca Bloom...
Brené Brown on What It Takes to Lead with Courage
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to real leadership isn’t standing tall—but standing firm?In this episode, Brené Brown and Guy Kawasaki unpack the lessons behind ...
How Civil Resistance Can Save Democracy with Erica Chenoweth
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When democracies falter, it’s easy to lose hope. Harvard’s Erica Chenoweth reveals how organized, nonviolent resistance has repeatedly restored fr...
Why David Chang Is ‘Steve Jobs with a Knife’
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a world-class chef learns that success doesn’t taste like he imagined?David Chang—the culinary force behind Momofuku and author ...
Why Prevention Is the Best Medicine with Dr. Tom Frieden
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Tom Frieden has spent his career on the front lines of public health, leading the fight against smoking, tuberculosis, influenza, and more as NYC ...
How Core Values Create Clarity and Direction with Robert Glazer
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before you can lead others, you have to know what leads you.In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki talks with Robert Glazer — bestsellin...
Where Leaders Go Wrong: Don Kieffer on Finding Better Ways to Work
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to organizational success isn’t another management fad but a return to the basics of how work actually gets done? Don Kieffer, se...
What Jane Goodall’s Life Teaches About Courage, Curiosity, and Care
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jane Goodall transformed how we see the natural world and our place in it. In this tribute episode, Guy Kawasaki revisits their past conversations fil...
From CIA Secrets to Bestsellers: Barry Eisler on Writing What’s Real
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a former CIA operative turns bestselling novelist? Barry Eisler has the answer. In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki e...
Why Reinvention Defines Success with Ilana Golan
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to truly reinvent yourself? Ilana Golan knows. From breaking barriers in her career to building new paths where none existed, Ilana’...
Where Brands Go Wrong: Laura Ries on Positioning
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to build a brand that dominates the mind—and outlasts the competition? Positioning strategist Laura Ries has the answer.As the pre...
Cliff Obrecht on Canva, AI, and the Future of Creativity
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a bonus episode for you on Remarkable People! This feedswap with Rapid Response features Canva co-founder and COO Cliff Obr...
From Hollywood to High Tech: Barry Diller’s Remarkable Path
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when one man reshapes movies, television, e-commerce, and tech—then tells you exactly how he did it, flaws and all? That’s Barry Dill...
Why "Evergreen Companies" Beat Venture Capital at Its Own Game with Dave Whorton
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the path to building a lasting company isn't about explosive growth and quick exits? Dave Whorton, former venture capitalist, challenges Silic...
How to Be a Purposeful Warrior to Preserve Democracy with Jocelyn Benson
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the Secretary of State becomes a target for standing up to the most powerful person in America? Meet Jocelyn Benson, Michigan's fear...
How to Put Faith and Science Together with Francis Collins
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you combine groundbreaking genetic research with deep spiritual wisdom? Meet Francis Collins - the physician-geneticist who led the ...
How America's Government Teacher Proves Doers Beat Critics
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a high school government teacher becomes America's most trusted voice on democracy? Sharon McMahon transformed from classroom educat...
How to Write for Busy Readers: Why Less Is More with Todd Rogers
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to effective communication isn't adding more—but cutting ruthlessly? Harvard behavioral scientist Todd Rogers joins Guy to reveal...
How to Transform from Cynic to Hopeful Skeptic with Stanford's Jamil Zaki
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can cynicism actually be killing us? Stanford psychology professor Dr. Jamil Zaki reveals the shocking truth about how our negative assumptions about ...
How to Break Free from Revenge Addiction with James Kimmel Jr.
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What drives us to seek revenge, and why does it feel so satisfying yet leave us worse off? Guy Kawasaki sits down with James Kimmel Jr., a lawyer turn...
Why Validation Beats Agreement: Caroline Fleck's Revolutionary Approach to Human Connection
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to better relationships isn't fixing problems but simply making people feel understood? Clinical psychologist Caroline Fleck reveal...
How to Build Emotionally Intelligent Teams: Vanessa Druskat's 9-Norm Framework
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to high-performing teams isn't hiring the smartest people, but creating the right environment? Vanessa Druskat, organizational psyc...
Who Defends Your Digital Rights? Meet EFF's Cindy Cohn
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Four years out of law school, and she's taking on the entire U.S. Department of Justice? Meet Cindy Cohn, the attorney who turned a Haight-Ashbury par...
Why Your Emotions Don't Have to Control You with Ethan Kross
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the ancient practice of drilling holes in skulls was actually an early attempt at emotion regulation? In this fascinating episode, Guy Kawasak...
What We Value: How Your Brain Really Chooses with Emily Falk
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why you choose an orange over an apple, or why your grandmother's feedback hits differently than a stranger's opinion? Meet Emily Falk, pi...
Acquired's Success Secret: Ben Gilbert's Quality Approach
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when two friends decide to learn about successful acquisitions and accidentally create one of the world's most popular business podcasts?...
Jennifer Weiss-Wolf: Breaking Barriers from Menstruation to Menopause
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can menstruation and menopause policies reshape democracy? Find out in this electrifying conversation with Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, the powerhouse behind ...
Greg Walton: The Extraordinary Power of Ordinary Psychological Shifts
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how small psychological shifts can create massive life changes? Stanford psychology professor Greg Walton reveals the science behind "wi...
Jeff Wetzler: The ASK Approach to Better Questions
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could your questions be holding you back? Drawing from decades of experience as an educational innovator and organizational leader, Jeff Wetzler, auth...
Deepak Chopra: Becoming Your Own Guru in the Digital Age
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can AI and spirituality coexist? Deepak Chopra, world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation, challenges our perceptions...
Ed Zitron: Silicon Valley's Empty Promises and Billion-Dollar Blunders
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the tech industry rotting from the inside out? Ed Zitron thinks so. As a PR expert, media critic, and outspoken tech industry commentator, Zitron p...
Rita McGrath: Inflection Points and the Future of Strategic Advantage
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there such a thing as a sustainable competitive advantage anymore? Step into the strategic mind of Rita McGrath, one of the foremost thinkers in in...
Debbie Millman: Creating Brands That Stand the Test of Time
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can design shape not just how things look, but how we see the world? Debbie Millman, host of the legendary "Design Matters" podcast and chair of the M...
Rachel Rutter: Championing the Rights of Unaccompanied Immigrant Children
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can we truly understand what drives desperate families to risk everything at the border? Rachel Rutter, Executive Director of Project Libertad and CNN...
Building Ultimate Trust: Volleyball Coach John Cook's Championship Formula
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can a volleyball coach's mindset transform your leadership approach? In this captivating episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki talks with legenda...
Dancing Through Barriers: Yamilée Toussaint's STEM Revolution
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can dance transform how girls engage with STEM? Yamilée Toussaint, founder of STEM From Dance and 2024 CNN Hero, is breaking barriers by fusing creat...
Maha Abouelenein: The Power of Self-Reliance
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can a secretary to a billionaire become his business partner and go on to lead communications for Google and Netflix in the Middle East? Maha Abouelen...
Philip Klinkner's Warning: Democracy Doesn't Defend Itself
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Is American democracy more fragile than we realize?" This question anchors Guy Kawasaki's riveting conversation with Philip Klinkner, professor of go...
Duncan Wardle: Disney's Creative Genius
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to innovation isn't having a dedicated innovation department, but rather unleashing the creative potential in every employee? In my...
Yoni Appelbaum: How America Got Stuck
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the halls of Harvard to the pages of The Atlantic, Yoni Appelbaum's story defies conventional career paths. As Deputy Executive Editor and author...
Steve Gordon: Inside the California DMV's Transformation
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guy Kawasaki sits down with Steve Gordon, Director of the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Gordon, a former Cisco Systems executive, sha...
Kurt Gray: Understanding Outrage to Heal America
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the fascinating world of moral psychology with Kurt Gray, professor of psychology and neuroscience at UNC Chapel Hill, who explores the psyc...
Sandra Matz: The Personal Data Privacy Crisis
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What can your Google searches reveal about your personality? In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki explores the fascinating world of psyc...
Alison Wood Brooks: Cracking the Conversation Code
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Guy Kawasaki for a fascinating conversation with Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School professor and author of Talk. As the creator of the ...
Mike Maples Jr.: Inflection Points and Startup Success
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up for a mind-bending journey into the heart of startup innovation! On this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki goes deep with Silicon V...
Dr. Fauci: The Man Behind America's Pandemic Response
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the physician-scientist who helped steer America through its greatest public health challenges, joins Guy Kawasaki for an illuminat...
Chika Oriuwa: Poetry, Purpose, and Breaking White Coat Barriers
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into a world where poetry meets medicine and authenticity breaks barriers. Guy Kawasaki shares an unforgettable conversation with Dr. Chika Oriuw...
Keith Ferrazzi: Why Great Leaders Never Lead Alone
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Guy Kawasaki for an enlightening conversation with Keith Ferrazzi, pioneering thought leader and bestselling author. In this episode of Remarkabl...
Terry Sejnowski: ChatGPT and the Future of AI
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki engages in a fascinating dialogue with Terry Sejnowski, the Francis Crick Chair at the Salk Institu...
Poppy MacDonald: USAFacts' Mission to Empower Informed Citizens
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive deep with host Guy Kawasaki and Poppy MacDonald, the pioneering force behind USAFacts and former Politico executive. As misinformation challenges...
Meredith Whittaker: Revolutionizing Tech Privacy and Power
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join Guy Kawasaki for an illuminating conversation with Meredith Whittaker, President of Signal and former Googl...
Bill Gates on possibility, AI, and humanity
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week for a feed swap! How many lives will be saved with the help of AI over the next decade?Reid Hoffman and Aria Finger sat down with Bi...
Bill Burke: Crafting Optimism in a Complex World
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki for an important conversation with Bill Burke, founder of the Optimism Institute and host...
Nancy Duarte: The Storyteller's Guide to Remarkable Presentations
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join Guy for an illuminating interview with Nancy Duarte, the pioneering force behind presentation excellence an...
Shalinee Sharma: Revolutionizing Math Education for Every Student
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join Guy Kawasaki in a fascinating conversation with Shalinee Sharma, CEO and co-founder of Zearn and author of ...
Tania Israel: The Science of Political Unity
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join Guy Kawasaki for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tania Israel, a professor at UCSB and author of Faci...
Monique Ruff-Bell: How TED Transforms Ideas into Movements
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join Guy Kawasaki for an inspiring conversation with Monique Ruff-Bell, Chief Program and Strategy Officer at TE...
Reid Hoffman: Entrepreneurship, AI, and the Battle for Democracy
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki for an illuminating conversation with Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and partner at...
Michael Morris: Tribal Ties in Modern Times
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this illuminating episode of Remarkable People, host Guy Kawasaki dives into the intriguing realm of tribal psychology with Michael Morris, a disti...
Shannon Watts: Mobilizing Moms to Demand Action
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki sits down with Shannon Watts, the unstoppable force behind Moms Demand Action. From a Face...
Seth Godin: Transforming Ideas into Impactful Strategies
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki for an illuminating conversation with Seth Godin, marketing visionary and bestselling aut...
Dan Heath: Ideas That Stick and Stories That Resonate
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, Guy Kawasaki interviews Dan Heath, acclaimed author, thought leader, and host of the "What It's Like To Be" podcast. Hea...
Walter Greenleaf: Virtual Reality and AI in Healthcare
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of Remarkable People, host Guy Kawasaki engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Walter Greenleaf, a renowned neur...
Marshall Goldsmith: Empowering Remarkable Lives Through AI
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in a captivating conversation with executive coaching legend Marshall Golds...
Bob Sutton: Mastering Organizational Friction for Better Leadership
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Bob Sutton, a renowned organizatio...
Andy Powers: Master Luthier at Taylor Guitars
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Andy Powers, renowned luthier and guitar...
Jerry Colonna: From Venture Capitalist to Conscious Leader
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he speaks with Jerry Colonna, an accomplished executive coach, author, and the founder...
Gaelin Rosenwaks: A Lifelong Fascination with Ocean Giants
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in a insightful conversation with Gaelin Rosenwaks, a renowned marine scien...
AJ Jacobs: The Constitution Comes Alive
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in a hilarious and interesting conversation with AJ Jacobs, bestselling aut...
Matt Abrahams: Think Faster, Talk Smarter
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in a dynamic conversation with communication expert Matt Abrahams. Diving into his latest book "...
David Yeager : The Science of Motivating Young People
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join host Guy Kawasaki as he engages in an insightful conversation with David Yeager, a renowned professor of ps...
Congressman Eric Swalwell: Fighting for Democracy in Turbulent Times
03 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Remarkable People, join me for an illuminating conversation with Congressman Eric Swalwell. We explore the current state of America...
Tara VanDerveer: Redefining Excellence in Women's Basketball
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Guy Kawasaki in this episode of Remarkable People as he sits down with legendary basketball coach Tara VanDerveer. Recently retired from Sta...