Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People

Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People

Author: Guy Kawasaki Language: English Episodes: 100
What does it take to lead a life that stands out? That’s the central thread running through Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People. Hosted by the seasoned Silicon Valley veteran and author Guy Kawasaki, this podcast sits at the intersection of society, business, culture, and education. Each conversation is less a formal interview and more a deep dive into the minds of individuals who have genuinely changed their fields. You’ll hear from primatologist Jane Goodall, Salesforce founder Marc Benioff, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, Olympic champion Kristi Yamaguchi, and influence expert Robert Cialdini, among many others. Kawasaki’s approach is the key. He draws on his own decades as a venture capitalist and advisor, but he leaves the jargon at the door. His questions stem from a genuine curiosity and a passion for how things work, leading to discussions that are both insightful and surprisingly accessible. The goal isn’t just to recount successes, but to unpack the habits, setbacks, and pivotal moments that define a remarkable journey. Tuning into this podcast feels like gaining access to a series of private, candid mentorships. You’re not just learning about technology or business strategies; you’re absorbing lessons on resilience, creativity, and the human elements that drive lasting impact. Each episode offers a new perspective, challenging you to consider how you might apply a spark of that remarkable thinking to your own path.
Episodes
Why Innovation Demands a Mindshift with Brian Solis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:51
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 stop reacting and start shaping what’s next. They explore the differenc…
Brad Meltzer on The Viper, Witness Protection, and Starting Over [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:46
Brad Meltzer joins Guy Kawasaki to discuss his latest thriller, The Viper, and the real-world research behind it—from America’s most secretive funeral home to the hidden realities of witness protection. They dive into th…
How Apple Survived and Thrived: The First Fifty Years with David Pogue [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:05
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 the world’s most influential tech company. From near-misses aboard Ocea…
How Privacy’s Defender Cindy Cohn Changed the Future of Encryption [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:27
Cindy Cohn joins Remarkable People to break down encryption, Section 230, metadata, and the real meaning of the First and Fourth Amendments in the digital age. As longtime leader of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, sh…
Fixing a Broken Money System with Tarun Ramadorai [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:33
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’t just confusing, but often rigged against ordinary people.Tarun is a fina…
How AI Can Bring Humanity Back to Healthcare with Lloyd Minor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:49
What if healthcare stopped reacting to illness and started anticipating it?In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki sits down with Dr. Lloyd Minor, Dean of the Stanford University School of Medicine, to explore…