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May 2026
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Most of us want to lead in a way that matters; to lift others up and build something people want to be part of. But too often, we’re socialized (explicitly or not) to lead a certain way: play it safe, stick to what’s proven, and avoid the questions that really need asking. This podcast is about the people and ideas changing that story. We call them fearless thinkers. Our guests are boundary-pushers, system challengers, and curious minds who look at today’s challenges and ask, “What if there is a better way?” If that’s the energy you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place.
¿Qué distingue a un líder que transforma equipos? En este episodio de Fearless Thinkers México, Bárbara Baptista y Antonella Moyano exploran cómo desarrollar liderazgo multiplicador, potenciar equipos de alto desempeño y crear culturas donde la inteligencia colectiva impulse mejores resultados.
The mandate is clear: move fast with AI. But fast toward what—and at what cost?Nicole Gams and Victor Steeb join host Rick Cheatham to tackle the leadership challenges showing up most consistently right now, from building judgment around what to automate vs. keep human, to defining the right risks, to aligning teams at the speed AI makes necessary. Part 1 of 2. Their whitepaper on the three human intelligences defining the next era of leadership is available now at bts.com.
En este episodio de Fearless Thinkers Mexico exploramos una idea provocadora: el verdadero imperativo no es adoptar IA… es desarrollar juicio en todos los niveles de la organización. Carlos Schulz conversa con Michel Meléndez, Principal Manager de Analytics Transformation en BBVA, sobre cómo las empresas pueden ir más allá del hype y traducir la IA en ejecución real.
In this episode, Peter Mulford sits down with Doug Shapiro to explore the structural forces quietly reshaping every attention driven business, the real threat facing Hollywood from AI, and how the potential of infinite content creation is destroying the economics of the industries that pays for them.
Why do some conversations feel effortless while others fall flat? Harvard professor and author Alison Wood Brooks joins Fearless Thinkers to unpack the psychology behind meaningful dialogue. Drawing from her research and her book TALK, Alison reveals what makes conversations thrive, from the importance of asking good questions to the power of levity, kindness, and truly listening out loud.
NYU Professor Anna Tavis joins Peter Mulford to explore how AI is reshaping the workplace and what it means for leaders today. Drawing on her book Humans at Work, Tavis explains why organizations must shift from optimizing for efficiency to optimizing for humanity, how AI is driving a redesign of work itself, and what courageous leadership looks like in a time of technological transformation.
In this episode of Undiscovered Country, host Peter Mulford sits down with Columbia Business School’s Michel Tuan Pham to explore the psychology behind what makes an experience feel truly special. Drawing on his latest research, Professor Pham reveals three powerful drivers of unforgettable moments—uniqueness, meaningfulness, and authenticity—and how even the smallest touches can have a lasting impact. Together, they unpack how brands and leaders can design emotionally resonant experiences, and why AI may enhance or erode our sense of what’s real.
In this episode of Undiscovered Country, host Peter Mulford talks with Ron Pierantozzi, scientist, inventor, and innovation leader with thirty-two U.S. patents and a career spanning Air Products and Chemicals, Wharton, and Babson. Ron shares how to build a discovery, incubation, and acceleration pipeline, avoid leadership traps that stall learning, and use AI to accelerate innovation without losing discipline. He also reflects on the value of options thinking and offers personal advice on helping the next generation navigate uncertainty with critical thinking. Listen now!
In this Fearless Thinkers episode, BTS CEO Jessica Skon unpacks the realities and possibilities of AI at work.She shares:The challenges global CEOs say will define the AI eraWhat it will truly take to lead in the futureHow organizations can harness AI to spark creativity, connection, and joy at workHer take? Simulation culture will be your organization's next superpower.
In this episode of Undiscovered Country, host Peter Mulford is joined by Mickey Connolly, founder of Conversant and co-author of The Communication Catalyst, to explore why better conversations—not better tools—are the key to better business results. Mickey shares practical frameworks for aligning teams, building trust, and creating lasting impact in the age of AI and hybrid work. Tune in to learn how thoughtful communication can reduce waste, drive commitment, and elevate leadership. Listen now!For transcript, click here.
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