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N.B. Patil, Co-Founder, CEO of Ozlo Sleep Joins David Ko (Fmr. CEO of Calm) Jun 02, 2026

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N.B. Patil is the Co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Technology Officer of Ozlo Sleep, a sleep technology company revolutionizing how people rest through science-backed innovation.

After 22 years at Bose Corporation, where he rose from firmware engineer to Head of Corporate Concept Group, Patil made the unprecedented move to acquire the intellectual property behind Bose's discontinued Sleepbuds and launch Ozlo in 2022.

Under his leadership, Ozlo has raised over $10 million, become the #1 InDemand campaign in Indiegogo history, raised $8M+, shipped to 40+ countries, won Best of CES (CNET's Best Health/Wellness Tech Award 2025), been named one of TIME's Best Inventions in Wearable Technology, AND built a loyal, community-driven customer base.

A must listen for people who want to learn more about sleep and mental wellness!

Min Woo Lee (PGA Tour Player) Joins David Ko (Fmr. CEO of Calm) May 26, 2026

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Min Woo Lee is one of golf's most exciting young talents, known for his charismatic personality, powerful game, and engaging social media presence. As a professional athlete competing at the highest level, he faces immense pressure, travel, and scrutiny, making him an ideal guest to discuss mental resilience, coping mechanisms, and how he maintains well-being amidst a demanding schedule.

His "Let Him Cook" persona also offers a unique angle on confidence and self-belief. We want to explore the intersection of his lived experience as a pro golfer, living life in the public eye, the mental demands of the sport, and how he manages to stay "charged" both on and off the course.

Part 2 (EXCLUSIVE): Amy Harder (One of the Nation's Premier Journalists) and David Ko (Fmr. CEO of Calm) May 21, 2026

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Amy Harder is one of the nation's leading energy and climate journalists, with more than 15 years of experience covering the energy transition, climate policy, and clean technology. She is currently the National Energy Correspondent for Axios and the inaugural Journalism Fellow at the University of Chicago's new Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth, where she co-hosts the "Shocked" podcast with Director Michael Greenstone.

Harder has built a reputation as a uniquely balanced and influential journalist with respect across the political spectrum. She believes in seeing energy infrastructure firsthand - touring everything from underground coal mines in West Virginia to wind farms in Australia to carbon capture facilities in Norway - and bridging the gap between what industry leaders say and what everyday people care about. Her journalism focuses on distilling complex energy and climate issues into understandable formats relevant to people outside the industry.

Part 1 (EXCLUSIVE): Amy Harder (One of the Nation's Premier Journalists) and David Ko (Fmr. CEO of Calm) May 19, 2026

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Part 2 (EXCLUSIVE): Healthcare Icon Dr. Jack Rowe (fmr. CEO of Aetna) and David Ko (Fmr. CEO of Calm) May 14, 2026

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Jack Rowe is the former chairman and CEO of Aetna. He led one of the most dramatic turnarounds in healthcare history, transforming a company from near bankruptcy into a billion-dollar enterprise.

He is the pioneer gerontologist who co-authored the groundbreaking book, Successful Aging. In this episode, we recharge with the one and only Dr. Jack Rowe to discuss his "prescription" for a life well-lived and a career that redefined an industry.

Part 1 (EXCLUSIVE): Healthcare Icon Dr. Jack Rowe (fmr. CEO of Aetna) and David Ko (Fmr. CEO of Calm) May 12, 2026

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Jack Rowe is the former chairman and CEO of Aetna. He led one of the most dramatic turnarounds in healthcare history, transforming a company from near bankruptcy into a billion-dollar enterprise.

Recharge with Legendary Kenneth Cole and David Ko, fmr. CEO of Calm May 05, 2026

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Kenneth Cole is an American fashion designer and social activist who founded Kenneth Cole Productions in 1982. While known globally for his footwear and accessories empire, Cole is equally renowned for pioneering "cause and commerce" - using his fashion platform to drive social change for over 40 years. In 2020, he founded The Mental Health Coalition (MHC), a nonprofit uniting the nation's leading mental health organizations to end the stigma surrounding mental health. Cole calls mental health "the greatest epidemic of our time."

The Mental Health Coalition brings together 50+ organizations, provides 500+ free mental health resources, and has created innovative campaigns like "How Are You, Really?" and the annual Wellbeing at Work Day initiative. Cole has received the 2025 Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion for his transformative leadership in mental health advocacy.

Part 2 (EXCLUSIVE): Nicole Avant and David Ko, CEO of Calm Mar 12, 2026

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Nicole Avant is an American producer, author, philanthropist, and former diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to the Bahamas from 2009 to 2011 - the first Black woman and youngest person to hold that position. The daughter of music mogul Clarence Avant ("The Black Godfather") and philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, she has produced critically acclaimed projects including the 2019 Netflix documentary on her father The Black Godfather and The Six Triple Eight (2024), a World War II film directed by Tyler Perry.

Following the tragic murder of her mother in December 2021, Nicole channeled her grief into her USA Today bestselling memoir Think You'll Be Happy: Moving Through Grief with Grit, Grace, and Gratitude (2023), becoming a powerful voice on resilience, mental wellness, faith, and the healing power of music. She is married to Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO of Netflix.

Part 1: Former US Ambassador, Film Producer & Author (Think You'll Be Happy) - Nicole Avant & David Ko, CEO of Calm Mar 10, 2026

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Recharge with Kelly Carlin and David Ko, CEO of Calm Mar 03, 2026

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Kelly Carlin is an actress, producer, screenwriter, podcast host, and the only daughter of the late comedian George Carlin. Her fascinations range from discovering how to live a true and deep life, to freedom of expression, to the evolution of consciousness and the American psyche. She’s a practitioner of Zen Buddhism, has a master’s in Jungian psychology, and comes from a family steeped in comedy, big ideas, and warm hearts. She is also the founder of Women on The Verge, a coaching practice that encourages women to make deep, long-lasting changes within so that they can finally be valued, paid, and recognized.

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