Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization Show

Remember five-year plans? Yeah, so do I. It turns out that quite a few people made careers out of writing them! Unfortunately, they are about as useful as a paper map in the age of Waze and Google Maps. Planning "far ahead" feels kind of quaint, especially when half the time we can't even guess what next quarter's going to look like. Whether you're a leader expected to deliver certainty, a manager...

On this episode of Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization, you'll learn about the misguided madness about college admissions and hear about the real crisis no one's talking about: higher education is spiraling toward a cliff. Elite universities parade their record-low acceptance rates, while regional colleges shutter at a record pace. The reality? The system designed for yesterday's world isn't just out...

Ready to hack your happiness? In this episode of Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization, neuroscientist Dr. Paul J Zak (aka Dr. Love) sits down with host Ira S Wolfe to shatter the myths of happiness. Forget everything you thought you knew—happiness isn't just luck or "soft skill" fluff. It's hardwired biology, measurable in real time, and absolutely essential for thriving at work and life. Whether you'...

Forget what you've been told about what's driving division, disengagement, and dysfunction. It's not woke and DEI. It's not remote work. It's not Gen Z or political affiliations. According to Dr. Zach Mercurio, it's something far more primal: the deep, unmet need to  matter . In this gut-punch of an episode, Zach and host Ira S Wolfe rip into why belonging programs fall flat, expose the myth about...

Yep! Change often feels like swimming upstream against sticky currents. Even if the status quo is a mess, we cling to it like a life raft. Why? Because the familiar feels like less work for our brain, even when it's failing us. In this episode, guest co-hosts Eli and Casey unravel the complex web of emotions and instincts that make embracing change feel like swimming through sticky peanut butter....

Step into the whirlwind of change with this episode of Geeks Geezers Googlization: "Adaptive Perception Disorder." Guest co-hosts Eli and Casey take a Deep Dive into the eerily familiar yet subtly dangerous mindset threatening the backbone of businesses today. They delve deep into the intriguing concept of Adaptive Perception Disorder (APD), coined by GGG host and Future of Work Global Thought Lea...

Feel like the world's spinning faster than ever? You're not wrong—and "just go with the flow" won't cut it anymore. Join us for another Deep Dive in this provocative episode of  Geeks Geezers and Googlization. Guest hosts Casey and Eli dive deep into the Adaptability Deficit , a term coined by Ira S Wolfe, and why it might be the single greatest threat to your personal and professional survival. W...

What happens when AI, immigration policy, and economic trends collide? The job market gets weird—fast. In this must-listen episode of Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization, renowned labor market expert Gad Levanon joins Ira Wolfe to dissect the current state and future trajectory of work. Forget boring forecasts—this is a raw, eye-opening exploration of what's really happening. Here's what's on the tab...

"What does it mean to be human in a world where AI can do almost everything we can—and maybe better?" In this electrifying episode of Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization, we dive into the radical future of work, technology, and humanity with Sam Rad, a digital pioneer who's part futurist, a technology pioneer, part provocateur, and and the author of Radical Next: Reclaiming Your Humanity in a Post-hu...

Welcome to another special episode of The Deep Dive, in which we rip the lid off modern complacency and expose the dangerous mindset creeping into our lives without us even realizing it. It's called NAIVE Thinking—and no, we're not talking about innocent optimism. This is an epidemic of Numbness, Apathy, Indifference, Vulnerability, and Entitlement—a toxic cocktail keeping people stuck, disengaged...

Welcome to a special episode of Deep Dive into The Never Normal, a Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization special no-nonsense series that unpacks the future of work, leadership, and life in an era of relentless disruption. This episode features highlights from cutting-edge insights by future or work thought leaders Josh Drean, who declares that "Employment is Dead," and John Sanei, author of the upcomin...

The future is here, and it's weirder than you think.  In this episode of Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization, we're tearing down the illusions of certainty and exposing the brutal reality of exponential change with global futurist and author John Sanei. AI, blockchain, quantum computing—if you have time to catch up, think again. Our obsession with efficiency and outdated thinking is dragging us down,...

Forget quiet quitting – the ENTIRE employment system is on life support! 🤯 Host Ira Wolfe sits down with Josh Drean, co-founder of Work3 Institute and author of the bombshell new book "Employment is Dead," to expose the brutal truth about the dying model of traditional jobs. They dissect the forces driving this seismic shift – rampant burnout, the desperate cry for flexibility, and the rise of ga...

That collective sigh you heard recently was likely the relief that the risk of recession has passed. Or are we just experiencing The Twilight Before the Storm resulting in a transformational societal makeover? Warning: this episode is a must-listen but not for the faint hearted! Buckle up folks for a mind-bending journey with our latest special series episode "At the Corner of Main St and Wall St....

On this episode, I'm taking a deep dive into TWO of my most popular episodes with Zach Mercurio, expert on "mattering" at work . Why? Because it turns out, feeling LIKE you matter is as vital as food and shelter... and its ABSENCE is as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes DAILY! Think that's dramatic? Zach breaks down how loneliness isn't just sad, it's SABOTAGE: 82% of workers feel lonely at work (t...

The message is clear: The future of work will be defined by rapid technological advancement, requiring individuals and organizations to embrace adaptability as a core competency. Leveraging tools like the AQai model and fostering a supportive and agile work environment will be critical to thriving in the age of acceleration. Join me on this just released 15-minute documentary titled Pivot Point, N...

Election crystal ball or magic 8-ball? Join political gurus Wendy Danley Davis and  Louis Perron as they unravel "The Pollsters' Dilemma" in the era of Trump on this episode of "At the Corner of Main St and Wall St." Can we still trust polls to predict election outcomes? Or are we better off consulting tea leaves? This podcast that will challenge everything you thought you knew about political for...

Buckle up for another riveting episode. Host Ira S Wolfe along with co-hosts Mat Van Alstyne, and John Aidan Byrne plunge into the 2024 Election with Muhlenberg College pollster and political scientist Dr. Chris Borick. Listen as the conversation weaves an intricate dance between Main Street and Wall Street, revealing insights ahead of the 2024 election. Here are just some of the compelling lesson...

While tech is the fastest-growing sector in the US and the world, it mostly skipped the Midwest. But the shift didn't just impact jobs but educational attainment and politics too. This episode explores the fascinating junction of Main Street and Wall Street where we bring together insights from Gad Levanon, Chief Economist at Burning Glass Institute , along with our esteemed co-hosts, Ira S Wolfe,...

resHave you ever felt like you hit rock bottom and wondered how you'd ever bounce back? Well, just wait until you hear this engaging and heartfelt episode of The Whole You! This is the 2nd and concluding episode with host Joe Serio along with the resilient Kevin and Steph Mason, who share their rollercoaster journey of overcoming life's darkest moments. Their secret: a stupidity sponsor! Oh yeah,...

Feel like you're trying to overcome the impossible? This episode will bring you to tears, laughter, and hope. On Part 1 of this 2-part episode of The Whole You, Kevin and Steph Mason share their incredible journey of resilience and courage. Together they have faced unimaginable challenges, from surviving electrocution and battling multiple cancers to overcoming fears of infertility and birth defec...

What happens when you mix Main St perception with Wall St economic and policy discussion? You get a rollercoaster episode that's as gripping as it is enlightening! In our latest "At the Corner of Main St and Wall St" episode, I dive deep into the compelling and vexing Shrinking Middle Class Crisis. Alongside recurring guests John Aidan Byrne and Mat Van Alystne and special guest, Jeff Webb, we tac...

What if all those office wellness perks aren't actually helping? Is your office wellness program just a series of gimmicks? In this episode Tanya Tarr, Senior Contributor, Forbes, and Behavioral Scientist, and host Joe Serio dissect the myths of workplace wellness. You might rethink those yoga sessions! Tune in now! Tanya and Joe dig into the nuanced world of well-being, whether at home or in the...

AI dominance, energy trade-offs, and election jitters. Those were the topics this month's esteemed Wall St panel explored on At the Corner of Main St. and Wall St. The juxtaposition of Main Street and Wall Street may seem worlds apart, yet they are becoming increasingly intertwined. Join us as we unpack the implications of the rising cost of living, the potential shift in political administration,...

Flexibility in the workplace is a hot topic, but 2024 Everywhere Work reports show a stark reality: only 25% of workers feel their work environment is highly flexible. We need to bridge this gap for a truly adaptable workforce. In this episode host Ira S Wolfe and Ivanti's CMO Melissa Puls peel back the layers of IT and security, and trust us, it's more challenging than you'd ever expect. We tackl...