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Fearless Thinkers

BTS
Artificial Intelligence
Human Sustainability
Coaching
Learning and Development
Trust and Power
Discovery Incubation Acceleration Model
Consumption Experiences
Leadership Development
Líderes Multiplicadores
Leadership
Liderazgo
Media
Udemy
Workplace Automation
Talent Management
AI Adoption
Simulation Culture
Uniqueness
Meaningfulness
Authenticity

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-pusher... more

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¿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 int... more

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 au... more

‍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 ... more

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 ... more

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Antonella Moyano
HRM Lead at Marsh, participant in BTS leadership program
Marsh
Episode: Fearless Thinkers Mexico: Líderes multiplicadores — ¿cómo crear capacidad en un mundo que exige más con menos y más rápido?
Nicole Gams
Leadership expert in AI-enabled environments
Episode: The hardest parts of leadership in the age of AI
Victor Steeb
Leadership practitioner focusing on AI-driven leadership
Episode: The hardest parts of leadership in the age of AI
Michel Meléndez
Mathematician; AI lead, BBVA
BBVA
Episode: Fearless Thinkers Mexico: AI - Del hype a la acción - los retos de ejecución
Doug Shapiro
Media analyst, former Time Warner executive, writer at The Mediator
The Mediator / Substack
Episode: The economics of attention in an AI world
Anna Tavis
Clinical professor and chair of the Human Capital Management Department at NYU
New York University
Episode: Undiscovered Country | Leading with humanity in the age of AI
Michel Pham
Cravis Professor of Business and Marketing, Columbia Business School
Columbia Business School
Episode: Undiscovered Country | From ordinary to unforgettable: the three keys to lasting impact
Ron Pierantozzi
Innovator, technologist, educator; managing partner at Cameron Associates
Cameron Associates
Episode: Undiscovered Country | AI, assumptions, and the art of discovery with Ron Pierantozzi
Christine Tao
Founder of Sounding Board
Sounding Board
Episode: The new era of coaching is here

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Rick Cheatham
Host of Fearless Thinkers; BTS-related guest host
Peter Mulford
Host of Fearless Thinkers and BTS podcast segment guide

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • BTS Associate

    there’s at least one gem in each episode for those from all walks of life and in all lines of work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BTS Associate
    United States4 years ago
  • A great podcast!!

    Loving this podcast! Every episode has a fresh take on business and leadership today — and unlike other business podcasts, Fearless Thinkers always leaves me with something I can take back and apply to my daily work. The length is also a huge plus, the episodes are short enough to fit into my commute or running errands, but still include plenty of insights that make listening in worthwhile. Can’t wait for more of these to be released. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mc_287
    United States4 years ago
  • Accessible Ideas on Leadership

    This is a great podcast for leaders on the go. The short episodes make learning easy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McGMarketingBos
    United States4 years ago

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This is a great podcast for leaders on the go. The short episodes make learning easy!
There's at least one gem in each episode for those from all walks of life and in all lines of work.
Loving this podcast! Every episode has a fresh take on business and leadership today — and unlike other business podcasts, Fearless Thinkers always leaves me with something I can take back to my daily work.

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Fearless Thinkers Mexico: Líderes multiplicadores — ¿cómo crear capacidad en un mundo que exige más con menos y más rápido?
Q: ¿Qué te cambió como participante en términos prácticos de tu liderazgo diario?
Adquirí la habilidad de dar un paso atrás para dejar que el equipo tome protagonismo, y aprendí a regular mis impulsos para no invadir espacios ni aplastar las ideas de otros; esto se tradujo en conversaciones más enriquecedoras y en una capacidad mayor para impulsar cambios reales en la organización.
Fearless Thinkers Mexico: Líderes multiplicadores — ¿cómo crear capacidad en un mundo que exige más con menos y más rápido?
Q: ¿Qué te cambió al hacer el programa y salir con una perspectiva diferente de liderazgo multiplicador?
Entré con la expectativa de aprender herramientas poderosas y salí viendo el liderazgo desde una perspectiva mucho más amplia, entendiendo la importancia de aterrizar ideas, abrir espacios de debate y de acompañar al equipo para que surja la mejor versión colectiva.
Undiscovered Country | Leading with humanity in the age of AI
Q: What compelled you to write about the art and practice of the hybrid workplace?
She anticipated that as AI and digital tools evolved, leadership would need to emphasize human-centric design, continuous learning, and a new architecture for managing people beyond traditional efficiency metrics.
Why AI experiments are key to workplace learning
Q: What practical steps would you advise someone who wants to start integrating AI in their organization but can't move fast yet?
Start small, spend five minutes a day exploring an AI tool without sensitive data, and gradually expand while establishing guidelines and showcasing quick wins to build momentum.
Why AI experiments are key to workplace learning
Q: Can you share how AI has been implemented at Udemy and what the early days looked like?
They adopted AI early after ChatGPT's release in 2022, built general organizational knowledge, then progressed to skill development and experimentation, including internal tools and experiment packs to apply learning in safe, practical ways.

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A concise, practical exploration of leadership, AI, and human-centered organizational design, featuring executives, researchers, and practitioners who push beyond traditional models. Episodes frequently center on multiplicative leadership, AI-enabled work, coaching at scale, and the tension between speed and discernment in modern organizations, with concrete tools and frameworks that listeners can apply in real-world settings. Noteworthy angles include how to foster psychological safety, leverage collective intelligence, and design experiences that feel authentic in the age of AI. The format often blends academic concepts with field-tested insights, making it valuable for leaders, HR, product, and tech professionals seeking actionable guida... more

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1. Antonella Moyano
2. Nicole Gams
3. Victor Steeb
4. Michel Meléndez
5. Doug Shapiro
6. Anna Tavis
7. Michel Pham
8. Ron Pierantozzi

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