Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People 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 fearless Secretary of State who has faced down violent mobs, presidential threats, and assassination lists—all while protecting democracy and voting rights. From her undercover work investigating the KKK as a young … Read more
What happens when you combine groundbreaking genetic research with deep spiritual wisdom? Meet Francis Collins – the physician-geneticist who led the Human Genome Project, directed the NIH under five presidents, and helped develop the cure for cystic fibrosis. In this fascinating conversation, Francis reveals how he searches for three missing letters among 3 billion, why … Read more
What happens when a high school government teacher becomes America’s most trusted voice on democracy? Sharon McMahon transformed from classroom educator to social media sensation by explaining politics with facts, civility, and clarity. Known as “America’s Government Teacher,” she reveals how she accidentally became a democratic educator during the pandemic and shares insights from her … Read more
What if the secret to effective communication isn’t adding more—but cutting ruthlessly? Harvard behavioral scientist Todd Rogers joins Guy to reveal the counterintuitive science behind writing that actually gets read. From his groundbreaking research on voter engagement to reducing student absenteeism, Todd has cracked the code on what makes busy people stop scrolling and start … Read more
Can cynicism actually be killing us? Stanford psychology professor Dr. Jamil Zaki reveals the shocking truth about how our negative assumptions about humanity are destroying our health, relationships, and success. In this eye-opening conversation, Jamil explains the crucial difference between cynicism and skepticism, showing how “hopeful skepticism” can transform your life. From his groundbreaking research … Read more
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 turned behavioral science researcher who presents a radical reinterpretation of revenge in our society. Kimmel argues that much of what we call justice-seeking is actually a dopamine-driven … Read more
What if the secret to better relationships isn’t fixing problems but simply making people feel understood? Clinical psychologist Caroline Fleck reveals why validation—not agreement—transforms how we connect with others. In her groundbreaking book Validation, Caroline shares the science behind why feeling seen matters more than being right. Discover the eight-step validation ladder, learn why accepting … Read more
What if the secret to high-performing teams isn’t hiring the smartest people, but creating the right environment? Vanessa Druskat, organizational psychologist and associate professor at the University of New Hampshire, reveals how emotionally intelligent teams outperform their competition through trust, collaboration, and psychological safety. Vanessa’s research identifies nine specific norms that separate top-performing teams from … Read more
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 party connection into one of the most pivotal legal victories in internet history. As Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation—the world’s leading digital rights organization—Cindy commands a team of … Read more
What if the ancient practice of drilling holes in skulls was actually an early attempt at emotion regulation? In this fascinating episode, Guy Kawasaki sits down with psychologist and neuroscientist Ethan Kross to explore how we can master our inner voice and harness our emotions as powerful tools. Ethan directs the Emotion and Self-Control Laboratory … Read more