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12 Geniuses Podcast

Don MacPherson
Artificial Intelligence
Resilience
Purpose
Elections
Misinformation
Personal Development
Democracy
Trust
IBM
Climate Change
Wellness
Family
World Economic Forum AI Global Council
Cybersecurity
Empathy
Curiosity
Political Polarization
American Democracy
Leadership
Life Transitions

The difference between average and greatness might be one or two well executed things. 12 Geniuses explores the highly successful people in business, athletics, and music so we can all learn how to perform at our highest level.

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Living and working in groups is both a blessing and a curse. Too often, groups are in the news for all the wrong reasons: conformity, polarization, prejudice, conflict, and general mass stupidity. The secret is understanding how to work with the invi... more

To have liberated lives, people often need to overcome past narratives, survivor's remorse, fear, the inability to forgive, and a host of other barriers. These barriers can be “hidden prisons,” according to Shaka Senghor - the author of “How to Be Fr... more

Getting people to voluntarily share their best information and act in the best interest of their team are two of the biggest challenges leaders face. In an insecure economy, it can be more difficult to get people on a team to demonstrate prosocial be... more

Tien Tzuo has been at the epicenter of Silicon Valley innovation for three and a half decades. In 1990, Tien was hired by Oracle. Eight years later, he joined Salesforce as employee #11. In 2007, he co-founded Zuora, a company he has been running sin... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Edgerton
Founder of Cogensus, which uses AI to support the elderly and their families
Cogensus
Episode: Matthew Edgerton | AI & Aging
Doug Lennick
CEO of Think2Perform and mentor to Don McPherson
Think2Perform
Episode: Doug Lennick | Values Unite Humanity
Dr. Bertalan Meskó
Medical futurist and author
The Medical Futurist
Episode: Dr. Bertalan Meskó | Creating the Future You Want
Karen Meeker
US Army Colonel and Command Chaplain of US Africa Command
US Army
Episode: Chap. Karen Meeker | Purpose, Leadership, Resilience & Faith
Dr. Jim Loehr
Co-founder of the Human Performance Institute and author of 19 books, known for optimizing the performance of elite athletes.
Human Performance Institute
Episode: Dr. Jim Loehr | Empathy & Compassion: Saviors of Humanity
Kenneth Ekman
United States Air Force Major General with extensive experience in military leadership, including combat pilot and strategy development roles.
U.S. Africa Command
Episode: Maj. Gen. Kenneth Ekman | Leading Through High Pressure
Jason Lauritsen
Friend of Don and host for this episode
Episode: Don MacPherson | Becoming Resilient
Erika Ayers Badan
CEO of Food52 and former CEO of Barstool Sports
Food52
Episode: Erika Ayers Badan | Careers, Culture, & Becoming CEO
Benji Backer
Founder and executive chairman of the American Conservation Coalition
American Conservation Coalition
Episode: Benji Backer | Building Consensus on Climate Change

Host

Don McPherson
Host of 12 Geniuses, engaging conversations with various high achievers across industries, focused on extracting actionable insights for personal and professional growth.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Brilliant podcasts

    Intelligent and current topics in all episodes, engaging topics and super-well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radio Jeffro
    United States3 months ago
  • That ep with Emily is gold!

    Hi there Don, love what you mentioned in the episode with Emily, that it’s not just about trust but about security (and that you can’t have trust without security).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mav Dallarte
    Philippinesa year ago
  • Uniquely Brilliant!

    So glad to have discovered the 12 Geniuses Podcast - Don consistently has engaging conversations that make a difference! Every time I tune in, I walk away feeling a little smarter. Such excellent work happening here… it’s honestly a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArlieLP
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome learning-oriented conversations

    Don has wonderful guests, thoughtful and kind human beings, and he is a master interviewer and contributor to the conversations. I highly recommend 12 Geniuses!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EduardoLearner
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 star podcast!

    This podcast delves into the secrets of success in business, athletics, and music, offering invaluable lessons for reaching our peak performance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JGHG31
    Philippines2 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging and high-quality content featuring diverse guests from various fields.
Feedback frequently highlights the host's skill in guiding conversations that inspire and educate, making it a must-listen for individuals looking to improve their lives.
The discussions are described as thought-provoking and rich in actionable insights that can be immediately applied in personal or professional settings.

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#203
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Apple Podcasts
#248
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Steven Olikara | Electing Younger Leaders
Q: What do you think the term limits should be?
Proposals suggest 12 years total for House and Senate members, ensuring they make meaningful changes within a generation.
Steven Olikara | Electing Younger Leaders
Q: What are the top issues that younger voters and younger people with political aspirations are finding common ground?
Key issues include economic opportunity, gun reform, criminal justice reform, government reform, and anti-corruption efforts, reflecting a focus on making government work better.
Steven Olikara | Electing Younger Leaders
Q: How do you feel it strengthens the country by having younger representation at the local, state and federal levels?
It is hugely important because younger leaders have a bias towards the future and issues they will inherit, bringing fresh approaches to politics and using technology to enhance transparency.
Don MacPherson | Becoming Resilient
Q: What are the most important things that you have learned about resilience that you can share with us?
Building resilience is important, and there are models and components to being resilient such as self-awareness and connection.
Don MacPherson | Becoming Resilient
Q: What was going on with you at that point?
I transitioned out of corporate America and suffered from significant discomfort leading to health challenges.

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The podcast focuses on the strategies and insights of highly successful individuals across various fields, including business, athletics, and music. The conversations aim to uncover the key elements that differentiate greatness from mediocrity, emphasizing practical tips and actionable advice that listeners can apply to their own lives. With a rotating lineup of influential guests, the content not only inspires but also educates, fostering personal and professional growth for its audience. Noteworthy is the host's skill in drawing out profound insights from guests, making complex topics accessible and relatable to a broad range of listeners.

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1. Matthew Edgerton
2. Doug Lennick
3. Dr. Bertalan Meskó
4. Karen Meeker
5. Dr. Jim Loehr
6. Kenneth Ekman
7. Jason Lauritsen
8. Erika Ayers Badan

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