Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People

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Why Every Election Matters to Democracy with Stacey Abrams Oct 24, 2026

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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.

Guy Kawasaki is on a mission to make you remarkable. His Remarkable People podcast features interviews with remarkable people such as Jane Goodall, Marc Benioff, Woz, Kristi Yamaguchi, and Bob Cialdini. Every episode will make you more remarkable.

With his decades of experience in Silicon Valley as a Venture Capitalist and advisor to the top entrepreneurs in the world, Guy’s questions come from a place of curiosity and passion for technology, start-ups, entrepreneurship, and marketing. If you love society and culture, documentaries, and business podcasts, take a second to follow Remarkable People.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

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Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

How to Make Climate Action More Enjoyable with Elizabeth & Jiaying Zhao Oct 21, 2026

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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 can help us build habits that last. Drawing from their new book, Leave the Lights On, they also explain why some small environmental choices matter far less than where we live, where we keep our money, how we get around, and what we eat. Elizabeth and Jiaying offer a refreshing framework for making meaningful climate choices without exhausting our limited time and attention.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

Young People, AI, and the Fight for Human Agency with Sam Hiner Oct 14, 2026

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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 designed as a companion raises different concerns from AI used as a tool. He also shares how young people can organize across party lines to influence policy and build stronger communities. It’s a wide-ranging conversation about technology, politics, and the kind of future young Americans want to build.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

The Power of People: How Activism Really Works with Charlie Euchner Oct 07, 2026

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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 Marian Dixon, an unlikely activist who became a powerful community leader. Charlie also explains why social media can amplify a movement but cannot replace the human connections that make organizing work. This conversation offers a practical look at how people can listen, organize, build coalitions, and turn shared concerns into action.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

What Makes Humans Remarkable in the Age of AI with Vivienne Ming Sep 30, 2026

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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 humility, perspective-taking, and resilience may matter more than memorizing the right answers. She also shares her “nemesis prompt,” makes the case for a “failure resume,” and explains why the most powerful people may be those who know how to challenge AI rather than simply obey it. Guy and Vivienne explore what happens when human imagination and AI intelligence work together—and why that combination could make us “superhuman.”--

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

Democracy Doesn’t Defend Itself with Jocelyn Benson Sep 26, 2026

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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 difficult decisions under intense public scrutiny.

Throughout our conversation, Jocelyn shares lessons from her career protecting elections, standing firm in the face of challenges, and leading with integrity when the stakes couldn’t be higher. Whether you’re interested in leadership, public service, or simply how people remain true to their principles under pressure, this episode offers thoughtful insights that remain as relevant today as when we first recorded it.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

What Writers Can Teach Entrepreneurs About Creating with Harlan Coben Sep 23, 2026

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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 the story along the way. He also explains why emotion is the fuel behind every great thriller and why creators should chase hearts, not dollars. Along the way, Coben discusses his new book, Plot Twist, a candid guide to writing, life, creativity, and the messy first draft.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

How Wikipedia Can Survive the Age of AI with Jimmy Wales Sep 16, 2026

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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 Trust, including why empathy, logic, and authenticity form the foundation of trust. Jimmy and Guy discuss misinformation, the future of Wikipedia, freedom of expression, and why disagreement doesn’t have to destroy our ability to work together. Most of all, Jimmy makes the case for preserving what’s human in an increasingly automated world.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

Why Rituals Matter More Than Ever with Bruce Feiler Sep 09, 2026

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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 rituals can help counter loneliness, polarization, and the ways technology has pulled us away from real-world connection. He and Guy Kawasaki also explore why the next generation of rituals may come from the bottom up—and why choosing ritual over virtual connection may be one of the most human things we can do.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer

How Poetry Changes the Way We See the World with David Whyte Sep 02, 2026

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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 much as an experience to enter. He also shares the stories behind his poems and the provocative ideas in his new book, Consolations II. Along the way, he offers a powerful reminder that what we struggle to articulate may be exactly where our deepest insight begins.

Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.

Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopology

Listen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**

Produced by Madisun Nuismer and Jeff Sieh. Research provided by Tessa Nuismer