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The DNA of Things," hosted by Dr. Jeremy Koenig, is an auditory journey into the evolving world of health science, performance, and longevity. This podcast brings together the sharpest minds in the field, including elite health strategists, pioneering scientists, and wellness mavericks, to share cutting-edge practices and revolutionary insights. Each episode is meticulously curated to enrich your understanding of well-being and to extend your vitality, propelling you toward a future filled w ...
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We Are Human Leaders

Alexis Zahner & Sally Clarke

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Welcome to We Are Human Leaders - big conversations around human-centred leadership at work and beyond. This is a story about you, as a Human, and a Leader. It doesn’t matter your industry, your geography, the products you sell or the services that you offer. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a corporation, or a small business, it doesn’t matter your profit margins or your official job title. Our common denominator is the same, we are humans first and leaders second. This is a call to everyone ...
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In this episode of 'The DNA of Things,' Dr. Jeremy Koenig welcomes Taylor Johnson, a distinguished performance coach with a versatile background in coaching NFL athletes, esports champions, and business executives. Taylor's journey from a high school athlete and professional kickboxer to a leader in performance optimization is explored, emphasizing…
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Join us on this episode of 'The DNA of Things' as Dr. Erik Korem, founder and CEO of AIM7, recounts his inspiring journey from a bullied, overweight child to a pioneer in sports science. Dr. Korem's extensive experience with NFL teams, Olympians, and the Department of Defense culminates in AIM7, a groundbreaking personalized wellness solution for v…
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All humans go through transitions, and many of us experience challenges that cause us to question who we are and evolve into a more authentic version of ourselves. This is certainly true for every member of the LGBTQIA+ community, who face adversity not once, but as an ongoing experience, in a plethora of ways and situations. And yet, these same ex…
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In this episode of 'The DNA of Things,' we delve into the extensive career of Dan Pfaff, a legendary track and field coach renowned for guiding athletes to Olympic and World Championship success. Dan shares his holistic coaching approach that integrates biomechanics, psychology, and even DNA, providing a comprehensive look at human performance. Fro…
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In this episode, we explore immunogenomics with Dr. Melissa Smith, a leading expert in genomics and personalized medicine. Dr. Smith shares her journey from UC San Diego to Harvard and her eminent roles in academia and industry. She discusses the complexity of antibody genes and their significance in precision medicine, vaccines, and therapeutics. …
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Humility often gets a bad rap in leadership. Our guest today unpacks how humble leadership leads to incredible outcomes for teams and organizations, and in fact complements your confidence, decisiveness and ambition as a leader. Bestselling Author, Ultra Endurance Champion, Widely Published Professor Urs Koenig has identified a new leadership frame…
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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Koenig delves into the groundbreaking world of brainwave technology with Dr. Patrick Porter, the inventive mind behind BrainTap. Dr. Porter shares his transformative journey from being labeled learning disabled to becoming a neuroscience pioneer. The discussion highlights the science of BrainTap, a cutting-edge device th…
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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Koenig interviews Dr. Joe Veltmann, a pioneer in the field of genomics, who has been at the forefront of integrating genetics and environmental factors to optimize health through his innovative Genesis Matrix model. Dr. Veltmann shares insights from his extensive career, discussing the critical differences between geneti…
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It doesn’t matter who you are or what you do, you’re creative. We all are. And the capacity for innovative and creative ideas has never been more important in our work lives and beyond. Our first idea is often not our best. And yet many of us get stuck in the ‘good enough’ rut, rather than pursuing something magical. So what does it take to be trul…
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In this episode, host Dr. Jeremy Koenig sits down with Brandon Larson, the visionary CEO and founder of Fantastic Dads. Brandon shares his incredible journey from a small town in Louisiana to the cutting-edge world of space research and development at Boeing and Red Bull's elite athlete performance team. As they discuss his transition from engineer…
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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Koenig sits down with Kathleen Ferguson, the visionary CEO and Founder at Coach360, to discuss how her platform is revolutionizing the health and wellness industry. Kathleen shares her inspiring journey from overcoming personal health challenges to creating a transformative platform that empowers health and wellness coac…
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We tend to think of belonging as something that occurs in a group context, like belonging to a team, an organization, or a community. But what if belonging really starts as an inner journey? A journey of self leadership and radical curiosity towards deeply belonging to yourself, first and foremost. In this episode with Kim Dabbs we unpack what it m…
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Andrew Brandeis, the visionary founder of OK Capsule, to explore the intersection of supplements and traditional medicine. Dr. Brandeis shares his unique journey from a naturopathic doctor in San Francisco’s Mission District to an innovative health entrepreneur. Listen as Dr. Brandeis discusses the challenges a…
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In this episode, Dr. Koenig welcomes Edgar MacBean, a prominent figure in genomics, to discuss his journey and contributions to the field. Educated at Duke University and Rush University in health systems management, Edgar has had a significant impact on genomics through his work at companies like Pathway Genomics, Illumina, and Helix. Edgar shares…
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Who do you think of when I say the words rebel or insubordination? Perhaps someone who’s disagreeable, maybe even aggressive, someone who sits outside society or the popular norm? What if I told you that insubordination, when done well, isn’t just useful – but should be encouraged? In this episode we’re learning how to dissent and defy effectively …
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In this episode of "The DNA of Things," Dr. Jeremy Koenig interviews Mary Olson, a dedicated advocate and researcher specializing in the disproportionate impact of ionizing radiation on women and children. Olson shares her journey into radiation research, which began with a personal radiation exposure incident early in her career. This experience f…
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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Lisa Salberg, a pioneering advocate for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) patients and the founder of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association (HCMA). Lisa shares her deeply personal journey, beginning with her family's tragic history with HCM, a genetic heart condition that has affected multiple gener…
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How does healing your trauma help you to connect with your most authentic self? Learn how to moving through your trauma can help you live a fuller life, and be a more authentic, human-centered leader. No one is a stranger to trauma. We have a tendency to think of trauma as separate from our professional lives. And yet, unhealed trauma impacts our l…
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In this episode of "The DNA of Things," host Dr. Jeremy Koenig dives into the transformative potential of genomics with guest Dr. Patrick Short, CEO and co-founder of Sano Genetics. They explore the journey from genomic discovery to practical application, highlighting large-scale genetic research's economic and logistical challenges. Dr. Short shar…
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In this episode, Dr. Koenig discusses deeply with Joe Dee, CEO of Gene Worldwide, a company at the forefront of integrating health into major brands like Apple's core operations and strategies. This conversation delves into the transformative approach of Gene Worldwide in emphasizing health as a core societal value rather than a mere industrial sec…
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We’ve been sold the candy that flow is the ideal state of being. But how often is it even possible to find flow, is this a realistic goal? Chasing flow is like trying to hold water in our bare hands – it’s possible, for a short while, but elusive and ephemeral in nature, and if we bank on it occurring regularly we’ll wind up disappointed. Instead o…
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In this episode, Dr. Garret Yount and Dr. Jeremy Koenig embark on an enlightening journey into vibes and their profound influence on our daily lives. From the conscious to the superconscious, they delve into the intricacies of these energies, exploring how they shape our perceptions, behaviors, and experiences. Through engaging conversation and ins…
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In this episode, Dr. Koenig sits down with Dr. Carlos Bustamante, a leading figure in population genetics, as he shares insights into his remarkable journey from Venezuela to groundbreaking research in DNA sequencing and genomics. Dr. Bustamante dives into his initiative, Galatea Bio, aiming to revolutionize personalized medicine by integrating glo…
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What does it take to not only survive in business during volatile and uncertain times, which let’s face are almost constant conditions in our modern world, but actually thrive? In this conversation we’re unpacking the incredible research from Dr Rebecca Homkes, author of Survive, Reset and Thrive: Leading Breakthrough Growth Strategy in Volatile Ti…
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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Koenig engages in a captivating discussion with Guy Leitersdorf, the founder of Longevity AI, exploring the transformative intersection of technology and healthcare. Leitersdorf shares his personal journey, shifting his focus from AI in advertising tech to leveraging AI for healthspan extension, influenced by his father'…
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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Koenig sits down with Dr. Nathan Price to explore the transformative landscape of healthcare. Dr. Price, coauthor of "The Age of Scientific Wellness: Why the Future of Medicine Is Personalized, Predictive, Data-Rich, and in Your Hands," sheds light on the paradigm shift from sick care to proactive wellness management. Th…
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One of the most traumatic experiences we can have in the workplace is being made redundant. From one day to the next, your life drastically changes and you don’t have a say. Being made redundant raises all kinds of questions, as well as feelings like shock, anger and shame. Sometimes leaders handle redundancies well. More often, they don’t, making …
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How do you translate your ideas into meaningful, maximum impact? This week on the We Are Human Leaders podcast, we speak with the incredible Michael Sheldrick, cofounder of Global Citizen and author of the upcoming From Ideas to Impact: A Playbook for Influencing and Implementing Change in a Divided World. With 12 million members around the world, …
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In this episode, host Dr. Jeremy Koenig sits down with Dr. Brandon Colby to explore the transformative advancements in genetic research and personalized medicine since the completion of the Human Genome Project. Dr. Colby discusses the significant cost reduction in whole genome sequencing, making it more accessible to individuals and enabling compr…
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Leadership is one of the most hyped topics in business today. But are the historical archetypes of Leadership really the inspiration we should be drawing on? In this episode we’re unpacking the recent book of Martin Gutmann Ph.D., The Unseen Leader which is an exploration of leadership through the lens of historical scholarship, offering a less sen…
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There’s no denying that vulnerability has been a buzzword in leadership for some time now. But what exactly does vulnerability look like in the workplace, and how do we use it effectively in leadership? In today’s conversation we explore the concept of with vulnerability with Jacob Morgan author of Leading with Vulnerability. He details how leaders…
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Our societies are permeated with bias. Many people are subject to multiple biases without even being aware. At the same time, AI is everywhere in our everyday lives. So, what are the implications when bias is built into AI? The answer is potentially dangerous, with implications for our leadership, our workplaces and beyond. And yet, there is hope. …
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Is your organisation future fit? How can you navigate the uncharted waves of change and emerge stronger than before? In this conversation we had a conversation with highly acclaimed change management expert Friska Wirya. In her new book ‘The Future Fit Organisation’ she tackles the burning questions that keep forward-looking leaders awake at night,…
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In this conversation we unpack workplace Friction with Hayagreeva 'Huggy' Rao. Friction can be both good and bad in a workplace, knowing how to use it and how to eliminate it when it's doing harm is critical. The Friction Project is the latest book by Huggy Rao and Bob Sutton and is The definitive guide to eliminating the forces that make it harder…
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Life consists only of moments, nothing more than that. So if you make the moment matter, it all matters What does it mean to truly be mindful? In today’s conversation we explore the mind-body connection through decades of powerful, trailblazing research with Harvard University Professor and the ‘Mother of Mindfulness’ Ellen Langer. This conversatio…
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Every now and then, we have one of those special conversations that we can tell at the time will have a profound life-changing impact. They shift how we see that person, how we see ourselves and our perspective on the world at large. This is one of those pivotal conversations for us– today, we are speaking to Craig Foster. Former captain of the Aus…
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Welcome back to We Are Human Leaders, today we’re hosting a very lively and colorful conversation with Future of Wellbeing Leader Ryan Hopkins. Ryan comes at Well Being from a very unique perspective. Through his own lived experience with mental illness, Ryan supports organizations globally to shift how they work for the betterment of their employe…
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Today, we’re talking to someone who truly embodies human leadership, translating the theory of human leadership into everyday lived practice. With huge impact. Nina Pollard is an Australian-based Head of People and Culture who has been leading teams of HR practitioners for over 15 years. Learn through her experience about bringing more human into c…
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What is the greatest predictor of employees leaving your company? Research tells us, toxic culture is TEN times more important than compensation in predicting turnover. Toxic Culture is something we all know about, perhaps you feel you’ve even worked in one. But how exactly do we diagnose a toxic workplace culture, and what do we do about it? We le…
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Do you know what it feels like to be unheard? Most of us know the frustration of feeling unheard and unvalued at work. And many of us don’t stick around for long. Active listening is the doorway to increased belonging, loyalty, profitability, innovation, and so much more. In this conversation we explore Active Listening with Heather Younger. She sh…
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Failure – something all of us are familiar with, and something humans are notoriously not great at dealing with. Failure is often a sensitive topic – in our conversation, Amy Edmondson makes failure relatable and fascinating. You’ll probably leave wanting to fail intelligently more often. You’ll definitely get insight into how to create an environm…
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Welcome to We Are Human Leaders podcast. After our recent episode on the 4 Day Work Week with Alex Soojung-Kim Pang, we’ve been flooded with questions and held space for robust debates around how this might look and if it could work for different businesses around the world. Almost unanimously you asked us if we could give a tangible example of a c…
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Is there space for compassion in the justice system? How does a public defender and a leader find the courage to care, and to fight for justice at an individual and systemic level? In today's episode we speak with Robin Steinberg who is having a huge impact in creating access to justice for thousands of people. Robin Steinberg is founder of the Bai…
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What do you think of when you think of rituals? And how can rituals form a part of how we lead, work and connect? Today we dive deep on the meaning and impact of rituals at work and beyond with Ezra Bookman. Ezra Bookman is an internationally recognized ritual designer, artist, and founder of Ritualist, the first ever creative studio specializing i…
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When it comes to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, often our intentions don’t always have the level of impact we truly want or need. In this conversation with Lily Zheng we deep dive into DEI to explore how to drive impactful, systematic change in our organizations and as individuals. Regarded as one of the foremost specialists within the Diversity,…
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Rest is so much more than just getting enough sleep. In this episode we explore the seven types of rest we all need, and how to get them with Medical Doctor and Author of 'Sacred Rest' Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith. Rest is critical for all human beings to how replenish and restore our energy to perform at our best. Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a Board-Ce…
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Have you ever experienced work with a true sense purpose and meaning? Knowing that what you’re contributing has an impact on outcomes greater than yourself? How did that make you feel? If you’ve never experienced this, you’re not alone. Many of us struggle to find meaning in the work we do everyday, it may not be your fault. Welcome to We are Human…
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Many of us tend to think of work and play as two separate concepts. We banish play to outside work hours, or as busy working adults some of us barely play at all. Today, Alexis Zahner and I are speaking with a woman who will change how you think about play. Dara Simkin shares how these restrictive, rigid ideas about play do us, our leadership and o…
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In this conversation we explore what it means to be an anxious overachiever and how Leaders can harness their anxiety and fear to use it for good. Perfectionism, imposter syndrome, social anxiety and burnout are all issues that can impact leaders and high achievers, in this conversation with Morra we unpack what these are and and give Leaders evide…
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