But beneath the surface, he realized he was operating in survival mode, disconnected from himself and the people he loved most.

In this week’s Remarkable People conversation, Jon shares how that realization led him to rethink ambition, agency, and what it actually means to thrive. We talk about mindfulness, burnout, resilience, and the ideas behind his new book, A Guide to Thriving.

The biggest lesson: thriving begins when you stop reacting automatically and start making intentional choices.

Tune into Jon’s episode here.

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Guy

In this episode, Raquel reflects on her journey as a Black transgender woman, sharing lessons on identity, belonging, allyship, and the courage to live authentically. She discusses the power of community, the importance of being seen, and why creating a more inclusive world benefits everyone.

Whether you’re celebrating Pride or navigating your own path of growth and self-discovery, this conversation offers wisdom, empathy, and hope.

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Guy

In my conversation with Neri Karra Sillaman, we talked about how her experience as a refugee shaped the way she thinks about resilience, growth, and leadership.

Her new book Pioneers challenges the obsession with scaling fast and argues that lasting businesses are built through adaptability, community, and purpose.

From Chobani to WhatsApp to Duolingo, many iconic companies were founded by people who learned how to survive uncertainty long before they started a business.

The key lesson: businesses endure when leaders focus less on chasing growth and more on building something strong enough to last.

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Guy

Drawing on decades of neuroscience research and insights from her book What We Value, Emily explains how our brains make choices, why social connection often matters more than financial rewards, and how stories can change minds in ways that facts alone cannot.

Along the way, she shares practical strategies for making better decisions, strengthening relationships, and bringing our daily actions into closer alignment with what matters most.

It’s a timely conversation—and perfect timing, too, as the paperback edition of Emily’s book, What We Value, is available now!

📚🧠✨Learn more here: What We Value (Paperback)

Give this episode a listen and let me know what resonates most.

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Guy

Judd Kessler says it’s not luck—it’s understanding the hidden rules behind how things are allocated.

From landing opportunities to scoring impossible tickets, he breaks down how “hidden markets” really work in his new book Lucky By Design.

This episode will change how you compete—and how you win.

🎧 Listen now and start playing smarter!

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Guy

Poppy shares how USAFacts works to make government data accessible, understandable, and free from political spin. She and Guy explore the challenges of misinformation, declining trust in media, the role of data in a healthy democracy, and why facts still matter—even in an era when people often disagree on what’s true.

If you’ve ever wondered where to find information you can trust, how to cut through the noise, or whether facts can still bring people together, the need for this conversation has only grown since it first aired.

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Guy

In our conversation, she shows how much of what drives growth never gets counted, from caregiving to emotional labor to the strategic ways women navigate systems that weren’t designed for them.

Using ideas from her new book Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy, she explains how women aren’t waiting for change—they’re building it themselves.

The takeaway isn’t abstract—it’s practical: when a system won’t work for you, don’t just fight it—outgrow it.

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Guy

In this conversation, Guy Kawasaki sits down with digital literacy expert Mike Caulfield, co-author of Verified, to discuss practical strategies for navigating an increasingly complex information landscape. Mike shares his SIFT framework for assessing sources, verifying claims, and avoiding the traps that lead even smart people to believe false or misleading information.

From social media feeds and search results to AI chatbots and viral headlines, this episode offers a timely guide for anyone trying to separate fact from fiction. Whether you’re a parent, educator, leader, or lifelong learner, Mike’s insights can help you think more clearly, make better decisions, and get duped less in a world overflowing with information.

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Guy

In this episode, Julia shares her approach to creative renewal—from morning pages and artist dates to overcoming perfectionism and quieting the inner critic she calls “Nigel.” She explains why listening is at the heart of creativity, how small daily practices can unlock momentum, and why creative recovery begins with letting go of the need to get everything right.

Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, writer, or simply feeling stuck, this conversation is a timely reminder that creativity isn’t something you find—it’s something you nurture.

Mahalo,

Guy

Silicon Valley taught founders how to move fast, scale quickly, and dominate markets.

But Eric Ries believes it forgot to teach something equally important: how to protect what makes a company worth building in the first place.

In our latest Remarkable People conversation, Eric explains why great organizations slowly lose their integrity, how short-term incentives corrode trust, and why his new book Incorruptible argues for a different model of capitalism—one rooted in long-term human flourishing instead of extraction.

The biggest lesson: building something valuable is only half the job; protecting its mission is the other half.

Tune into the episode here!

Mahalo,

Guy

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Get your free copy of Everybody Has Something to Hide: Why and How to Use Signal to Preserve Your Privacy, Security, and Well-Being on the homepage of GuyKawasaki.com.

Joining Guy Kawasaki, David unpacks the hidden stories behind Apple’s first 50 years, drawing from interviews with more than 150 insiders for his definitive history of the company.

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From Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak to Elon Musk and Tim Cook, the conversation explores Silicon Valley mythology, Apple’s culture, the future of AI, Tesla self-driving, OceanGate, and what it was really like inside the reality distortion field.

Funny, candid, and packed with unforgettable stories, this episode is a fascinating look back at the people and decisions that helped shape modern technology!

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Guy

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In this episode, Woz shares the real story behind Apple’s earliest days: building the Apple I and Apple II, partnering with Steve Jobs, navigating risk with almost no money, and creating technology designed not just for engineers—but for everyday people.

More than a story about computers, this is a conversation about invention, friendship, craftsmanship, and the mindset that helped shape Silicon Valley.

If you use an iPhone, Mac, or any Apple product today, this episode is a fascinating look back at where it all began—and a perfect way to celebrate 50 years of Apple.

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Guy