A Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the world

A Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the world

The ultimate podcast for aspiring leaders in the creative or technology fields. John Rouda discusses leadership topics, interviews some of the greatest minds today and teaches you practical leadership tips, techniques, tricks and hacks to improve motivation, negotiation, and other much needed skills for leaders today.

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May 1, 2026 39 mins

About Sabrina 

Sabrina Parsons, CEO of Palo Alto Software, would bring a striking perspective to your show. Sabrina has spent years not only innovating (with her team at LivePlan, supporting over a million entrepreneurs globally) but fiercely advocating for women in tech and in leadership. She’s shaped powerful initiatives in Oregon to broaden access to capital and opportunity, and she’s dedicated to democratiz...

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About Jim

Jim Vines grew up in Alabama, but for the past 25 years he has called New York City his home. His lifelong passion for magic was sparked at the age of 12, when a classmate vanished Jim’s milk money.

Jim co-stars in New York City’s #1 family-friendly magic show, the Broadway Magic Hour, now in its second year of performances. Time Out NY rated the show one of the “Best Magic Shows in NYC,” as well as one of ...

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April 3, 2026 40 mins

About Preston

Preston Zeller sits at an unusual intersection: faith-tech founder, growth executive, documentary filmmaker, and abstract artist. As founder of Psalmlog, he’s building an AI-powered biblical guidance app that helps believers access relevant Scripture for any life situation—addressing the universal Christian challenge of knowing God’s Word has answers but not knowing...

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March 20, 2026 37 mins

About Ben

Ben Fox is a career coach who helps senior software engineers break free from toxic jobs and build careers that feel meaningful, energizing, and aligned. Clients describe him as calm, grounding, and easy to open up to, yet also direct, honest, and unwavering in holding them accountable to the life they say they want.

A third-generation New Yorker, Ben blends emotional intelligence with no-nonsense clarity. He cre...

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March 13, 2026 19 mins

About Joe

After working with some of the best coaches and mentors in the business, doing 1,000’s of Coaching Sessions, Group Trainings, and Mastermind Groups, Joe has mastered the ability to help his clients skyrocket their success.

The results speak for themselves. Over the last 10 years, Joe has helped his clients to scale their companies and collectively acquire more than 5 Billion dollars worth of real estate holdings ...

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February 20, 2026 43 mins

About Adrian

Adrian Martinca is a visionary tech entrepreneur, philanthropist, and advocate for children’s futures, dedicated to bridging the digital divide and empowering the next generation through innovative technology. Originally from Slovakia, Adrian has amassed over 100,000 hours in the tech industry, channeling his expertise into transformative initiatives that prioritize education and opportunity. As the foun...

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February 13, 2026 32 mins

About John

John Rood is founder at Proceptual, a AI governance consulting and training company. John is a certified ISO 42001 Lead Auditor. He also teaches AI governance and safety at Michigan State University and the University of Chicago.


Today We Talked About

  • John’s background
  • AI Governance
  • Policy
  • Being Agile
  • Prompt injection
  • PII data
  • Incident Reporting Mechanism
  • Response
  • Training
  • Who and How?
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January 30, 2026 27 mins

About Michael

Dr. Michael Housman is a seasoned technologist and data scientist specializing in the integration of artificial intelligence and human psychology. Over the course of his career, he has held a variety of C-suite roles and led technology divisions at various early-stage companies, hiring and managing teams that have grown to include hundreds of engineers and data scientists. His hands-on approach to leadership ...

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January 16, 2026 39 mins

About Crispin

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    January 9, 2026 32 mins

    About Dawn

    Dawn Andrews is the Founder and CEO of Free Range Thinking, a boutique Business Strategy Consultancy that enables entrepreneurs to lead their businesses with unwavering confidence, intelligence, and passion.

    She’s an executive leadership coach, growth strategist, and acclaimed trainer and speaker. Her work includes collaborations with Maria Shriver, Shriver Media, and leading Women’s History Month programming fo...

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    January 2, 2026 36 mins

    About Barbara

    Barbara Wittmann is an author, entrepreneur, and leadership advisor known for helping leaders navigate the intersection of technology, culture, and human potential. With over 25 years of experience in IT strategy and digital innovation—including senior roles at SAP and the creation of multiple successful consultancies—Barbara brings a unique blend of technical expertise and ...

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    December 26, 2025 34 mins

    About Rafsan

    Rafsan Bhuiyan is a trailblazing U.S. Army veteran turned enterprise AI strategist, whose journey from battlefield discipline to cutting-edge innovation has redefined revenue operations for global businesses. As the Founder and CEO of OrionQ, he leads the charge in developing agentic AI platforms tailored for telecom and automotive dealerships—unlocking billions in untapped revenue through seamle...

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    December 19, 2025 32 mins

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