Big Questions with Cal Fussman

Big Questions with Cal Fussman

Author: Curiosity Media Language: English Episodes: 100
For decades, Cal Fussman has built a remarkable career by asking the right things at the right time, drawing profound insights from icons like Muhammad Ali, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Serena Williams. That same genuine curiosity drives every episode of Big Questions with Cal Fussman. This isn't about quick soundbites or surface-level chatter. Instead, Cal creates a space where guests-from visionary CEOs and legendary coaches to groundbreaking artists-feel comfortable exploring the pivotal moments and hard-earned lessons that truly shaped their paths. You'll hear conversations that meander into unexpected places, often uncovering the personal philosophies and resilient mindsets behind public success. Produced by Curiosity Media, the podcast serves as a masterclass in listening and human connection, relevant for anyone interested in the intersections of business, creative careers, and lifelong education. Each discussion feels like a deep dive into a life fully examined, offering tangible wisdom for navigating your own big questions.
Episodes
President Trump & AI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:46
Donald Trump divides opinions like few others—some love him, others loathe him. But over the next four years, his most impactful decisions might not be about politics as usual. Instead, they could shape the future of art…
Kobe, Claude AI & The Nature Of Competition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:11
As we approach the fifth anniversary of Kobe Bryant's passing, Cal dives deep into a fascinating discussion with Claude AI about the relentless spirit of competition that defined the NBA great. But the conversation takes…
Muhammad Ali & AI: Lessons From A Hero's Birthday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:59
January 17th marks what would have been Muhammad Ali's 83rd birthday. To honor his legacy, Cal embarks on a unique journey—reconnecting with his childhood hero through ChatGPT. Along the way, he discovers a powerful trut…
Sandra Matz: Your Data And Your Future [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:53
Discover the astonishing ways your daily life reveals more about you than you could ever imagine. Columbia University professor Sandra Matz takes you on a journey through the hidden world of data collection, showing how…
Immortality & AI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:23
Quincy Jones, Toby Keith, David Sanborn and others passed on in the last year – but their music lives on. Which makes Cal wonder if we all have a shot at immortality in the age of AI. Listen up, and get more out of your…
Thomas Panek: Your Holiday Gift [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:18
The remarkable story of a boy who once dove into a swimming pool that didn't have any water in it because he couldn't admit that he was going blind and couldn't see that he was headed for concrete, and how that boy turne…
Sandro Corsaro: Bridging Humanity & Technology [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:13
Emmy nominated Producer, Author, Animator and Creative Executive for Disney, NBCUniversal and Wayfair has a fascinating conversation with Cal about the ever-evolving intersection of humanity, creativity and technology. S…
Matt Mahurin: An Artist In The Age of AI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:24
What happens when an artist at the peak of his craft—known for iconic Time Magazine covers, music videos for legends like U2 and Metallica, Sundance documentaries and photographs in the permanent collection of the Metrop…
YUKA: Transforms How You Shop For Food [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:22
Feeling stuffed after Thanksgiving? Meet YUKA, the revolutionary app with over 64 million users worldwide. Just scan a product's barcode, and YUKA instantly reveals whether it's BAD, POOR, GOOD or EXCELLENT for your heal…
Jared Zelman: Do Math With Einstein [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:53
Cal talks with the founder of Cicero – a company that uses artificial intelligence to allow you to have conversations with Aristotle, Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, Michael Jackson and many other influential figures…