Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People

With another election approaching, my conversation with Stacey Abrams feels especially timely. We talked about voting rights, democracy, persistence, and what it means to keep doing the work even when you don’t get the job or outcome you wanted.

Stacey shares why she believes our time is now, how curiosity helps us solve problems, and why her guiding principles are simple: be curious, solve problems, and do good.

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What if fighting climate change could actually make you happier? Elizabeth Dunn and Jiaying Zhao, psychology professors at the University of British Columbia, explore how joy, social connection, money, food, transportation, and everyday choices intersect with climate action. They challenge the idea that being environmentally responsible has to mean guilt, sacrifice, or giving up the things we enjoy, showing how positive emotions ca...

What happens when a generation decides it needs more control over its future? Sam Hiner, co-founder and executive director of the Young People’s Alliance, joins Guy Kawasaki to explore youth political power, social media, AI companions, affordability, opportunity, and what he calls the New American Dream. Hiner argues that technology should expand human agency rather than replace human relationships, and he explains why AI de...

What does effective activism actually look like, and why does so much of it begin with simply listening? Charlie Euchner, author of Rules of Activism, explores the power of grassroots organizing, one-on-one conversations, focused agendas, and turning public gatherings into sustained action. He shares lessons from figures including Martin Luther King Jr., Bayard Rustin, Ella Baker, and Fannie Lou Hamer, along with the story of Maria...

What does it really mean to become “robot-proof” in an age when AI can outperform us at so many traditional skills? Theoretical neuroscientist, AI pioneer, entrepreneur, and author Vivienne Ming argues that the answer isn't to compete with machines, but to use them to become more capable, creative, curious, and distinctly human. Drawing from her new book, Robot-Proof, Vivienne explains why curiosity, intellectual humili...

We’re revisiting our conversation with Jocelyn Benson, whose commitment to public service has made her one of the most recognizable election officials in America.

Since this episode first aired, Jocelyn has continued serving as Michigan’s Secretary of State and is now the Democratic candidate for governor. It’s the perfect time to revisit our discussion about leadership, democracy, resilience, and navigating diffic...

What does it really take to write a great story—and to create anything worth making? Bestselling author Harlan Coben joins Guy Kawasaki to talk about the messy reality of writing, from finding ideas everywhere to turning inspiration into actual pages. Coben shares why he believes in “incremental ambition,” why research can become an excuse not to write, and how knowing the ending gives him the freedom to discover ...

Jimmy Wales created Wikipedia, one of the most important knowledge resources in the world, and now he’s confronting a new challenge: what happens to trust in the age of AI? In this episode, Jimmy explores how Wikipedia is adapting to generative AI, why human judgment still matters, and how AI can both strengthen and undermine our relationship with information. He also shares the ideas behind his new book, The Seven Rules of T...

What happens when we stop gathering? Bruce Feiler, seven-time New York Times bestselling author, explores why humans need rituals, especially during the uncertain moments that shape our lives. In his new book, A Time to Gather, he looks at everything from weddings and funerals to forest bathing, organ donation, divorce parties, and the everyday “bites of passage” that bring us back to one another. Bruce argues that ritu...

What happens when language reaches beyond what we think we can say? David Whyte—poet, philosopher, and performer—joins Guy Kawasaki for a wide-ranging conversation about poetry, vulnerability, creativity, and the words that shape our lives. Whyte traces his unlikely journey from marine zoology in the Galápagos back to the poetry he began writing as a child, and explains why good poetry isn't something to understand so m...

Why do smart, well-intentioned people still struggle to connect across differences? This week, Guy Kawasaki sits down with renowned social psychologist Claude M. Steele to explore the hidden tension he calls "churn"—the quiet anxiety that shapes how we think, perform, and relate to one another. Drawing from decades of groundbreaking research and his new book, Churn: The Tension That Divides Us and How to Overcome It, Claude e...

We spend so much time thinking with our brains that we forget our bodies are part of the equation. In this episode, Guy sits down with award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and TED Radio Hour host Manoush Zomorodi to explore why small movement breaks can dramatically improve our creativity, focus, and long-term health. Drawing from the research behind her new book, Body Electric, Manoush explains why sitting for hours is co...

What if the biggest breakthrough in education isn't better curriculum, but a better way of understanding kids? In this episode, Ross Greene explains why struggling students aren't choosing to fail—they're facing obstacles adults often overlook. He shares why punishment rarely solves the real problem, how schools can create environments where every child has the opportunity to succeed, and what "meeting kids where they're at" ...

Why do some people instantly put us at ease while others leave us feeling unheard? Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Charles Duhigg joins Guy to explain the science behind meaningful conversations and why communication is a skill anyone can learn. Drawing from his bestselling book, Supercommunicators, Charles shares practical strategies for asking better questions, recognizing what people really need, and bui...

What if resilience isn't about grit at all? Dr. Suzan Song—psychiatrist, anthropologist, and author of Why We Suffer and How We Heal—has spent decades studying survivors of war, trafficking, displacement, and personal loss to understand why some people flourish despite unimaginable adversity. In this episode, she shares her framework for healing through narrative, ritual, and purpose—the "Three Friends of Winter."...

What if success isn’t the goal—and flourishing is? Daniel Coyle, bestselling author of The Talent Code, The Culture Code, and his newest book Flourish, joins Guy to explore why joyful, meaningful growth can only happen in community. Together they unpack the hidden power of connection, why great leaders create “beautiful messes,” and how asking better questions matters more than chasing answers. Daniel shares...

What happens when AI starts raising our kids? In this episode of Remarkable People, Dana Suskind joins Guy Kawasaki to explore the future of parenting, human connection, and childhood in the age of artificial intelligence. Dana shares lessons from her new book, Human Raised, explaining why conversation, friction, and imperfect human relationships are essential for healthy brain development. She breaks down where technology can help...

With the men’s FIFA World Cup capturing fans around the globe, we’re revisiting our conversation with Brandi Chastain—a pioneer whose impact on soccer extends far beyond one unforgettable penalty kick.

Best known for scoring the winning penalty in the 1999 Women’s World Cup Final, Brandi shares the experiences that shaped her career—from being cut from the national team and fighting her way back to beco...

Zeke Emanuel has spent decades studying medicine, healthcare policy, and human behavior. In this conversation, he challenges popular wellness trends and argues that living well depends less on hacks and supplements and more on relationships, exercise, sleep, mental sharpness, and avoiding unnecessary risks. Drawing from his new book, Eat Your Ice Cream, Zeke offers a practical framework for making better health decisions while also...