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FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnis

Patrick J. McGinnis
Entrepreneurship
FOMO
Creativity
Leadership
Mental Health
Career Development
Generative AI
Artificial Intelligence
Social Media
Resilience
Venture Capital
Investment
Innovation
Climate Change
Mindset
Personal Growth
Self-Awareness
Decision Making
Caroline Adams Miller
Executive Coaching

FOMO Sapiens is the podcast for anyone who wants to make smarter decisions, take action, and thrive in an unpredictable world. Hosted by Patrick J. McGinnis—the guy who coined FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)—this show brings you insights from world-class entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders who’ve mastered the art of navigating uncertainty. Each episode is packed with real-world strategies, powerful s... more

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In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis sits down with Brandon Webb, former U.S. Navy SEAL, Course Manager of the elite SEAL Sniper Program, and New York Times bestselling author, to talk about his new book, Puddle Jumpers, and the uncomfor... more

In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis sits down with Max Marchione, co-founder and President of Superpower, a fast-growing preventative health platform making concierge-level medicine accessible for $199 a year. Max founded Superpower aft... more

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In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis sits down with Eric Ries, creator of the Lean Startup method and author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup, to discuss his bold and urgently needed new book, Incorruptible: Why Good Com... more

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In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis sits down with Laura L. Rubin, founder of AllSwell Creative and author of The Big Unlock: Liberate Your Creativity Through Mindful Journaling, published by Simon & Schuster. Laura spent over a decade ... more

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Brandon Webb
Former US Navy SEAL Sniper Instructor, entrepreneur and author
Brandon Webb; author of Puddle Jumpers
Episode: S14 E31 Former Navy SEAL Brandon Webb on Raising Resilient Kids in a World That's Protecting Them to Death
Max Marchione
Founder of Superpower
Superpower
Episode: S14 E32 Max Marchione: Building a New Health System From the Ground Up at 25
Eric Ries
Creator of The Lean Startup; author of Incorruptible
Incorruptible author; Lean Startup advocate
Episode: S14 E31 Eric Ries on Why Good Companies Go Bad, and How to Build One That Won't
Laura L. Rubin
Founder of Allswell Creative and mindful journaling advocate
Allswell Creative; Author of The Big Unlock
Episode: S14 E30 Laura L. Rubin: Journaling Is the Most Underrated Performance Tool You're Not Using
Claude Silver
World's first Chief Heart Officer at CHO, COO at VaynerX; author of Be Yourself at Work
VaynerX / CHO
Episode: Ep 29 S14 - VaynerX’s Claude Silver on Why Being Yourself at Work Is the Most Strategic Thing You Can Do
Charlie O'Donnell
Venture capitalist, founder of Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, author of Founder Unfriendly
Brooklyn Bridge Ventures / Union Square Ventures (former)
Episode: S14 E28 What VC Investors Won't Tell You About Getting Funded, with Charlie O’Donnell
Jon McNeill
Former Tesla and Lyft executive, author of The Algorithm
DVX Ventures; boards of General Motors and Lululemon
Episode: S14 E27 Jon McNeill: The Algorithm Behind Tesla's Hypergrowth
Rob Snyder
Serial B2B founder, Harvard Business School alum, fellow at Harvard's Innovation Labs
Harvard Innovation Labs; Early Stage Venture Funds (entrepreneur in residence/venture partner)
Episode: S14 E26 B2B Sales Guru Rob Snyder on The Real Physics Behind Sales
Liz Tran
Founder of Inner Genius; leadership coach to CEOs and founders; author of AQ
Inner Genius
Episode: S14 E25 Liz Tran on AQ: The New Intelligence for a World That Won't Stop Changing

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 301 ratings
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  • You don’t want to miss it 😉

    FOMO Sapiens has quickly become a favorite in my feed! I'm consistently impressed by the engaging conversations, insightful content, and actionable ideas. I truly learn something every time I listen!

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    United States3 years ago
  • Get over yourself

    Your weight loss episode was over the line. So tacky. You don’t know what you’re talking about. Go educate yourself.

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    United States3 years ago
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    Philippines3 years ago
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    This show is amazing! I am learning so much from the valuable tips and techniques in here!

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    Philippines4 years ago

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S14 E31 Eric Ries on Why Good Companies Go Bad, and How to Build One That Won't
Q: What question about company building and mission protection is nobody asking but should be?
How to shift from shareholder primacy to a governance framework that genuinely nurtures mission, integrity, and long-term value, including the idea of a director's Hippocratic oath to prevent harm.
S14 E31 Eric Ries on Why Good Companies Go Bad, and How to Build One That Won't
Q: Which belief from The Lean Startup did Incorruptible force you to change your mind about?
The confidence in lone-practice 'best practices'—the realization that many widely taught practices can be value-destructive, leading to a more nuanced view of governance and long-term integrity.
S14 E31 Eric Ries on Why Good Companies Go Bad, and How to Build One That Won't
Q: What is the most striking example you've seen of a company with good founders and values that still went bad, and why?
Panera's story after being taken over by private equity—brand changes, cost-cutting, and aggressive growth strategies that compromised core values—illustrates how governance and financial incentives can override mission.
S14 E31 Eric Ries on Why Good Companies Go Bad, and How to Build One That Won't
Q: What is your number one piece of advice for a young entrepreneur at the start of their journey?
Beware experts bearing best practices; question the phrase best practice and instead focus on building in a way that creates real value while resisting the pull of easy, yet value-destroying, norms.
S14 E30 Laura L. Rubin: Journaling Is the Most Underrated Performance Tool You're Not Using
Q: Tell me, tell me, tell me your pain points. Tell me what's going on and let's try to workshop it.
Laura discusses personal barriers like self-doubt, fear of uncertainty, and distraction, and explains how journaling helps manage FOMO by clarifying thoughts and prioritizing actions.

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Recent guests on FOMO Sapiens include:

1. Brandon Webb
2. Max Marchione
3. Eric Ries
4. Laura L. Rubin
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6. Charlie O'Donnell
7. Jon McNeill
8. Rob Snyder

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