The BIG Strategy Podcast

In this episode, I revisit a pattern that’s easy to miss in moments of rapid innovation: we tend to underestimate how quickly categories collapse. What started as a simple exploration of Claude Design turned into something else. Not a product review, but a strategic question. What happens when entire layers of software stop competing and start merging? Because the shift isn’t about better tools. I...

In this episode, I revisit a core idea that many leaders take for granted: that dominance lasts. After publishing a piece comparing NVIDIA to Intel, I went back to stress-test my own thinking not to prove it right, but to see where it breaks. What I found wasn’t a reversal, but a deeper layer of strategy that most of us overlook. Because the real risk isn’t always where we think it is. We often ta...

What does it truly mean to live a good life? Charles Lee, entrepreneur and author of "Designing Your Good Life," joins Jeff to explore his three-phase framework for intentional living. Drawing from 17 years of entrepreneurship and extensive research dating back to Aristotle, Charles reveals how meaningful relationships and purposeful contribution form the foundation of fulfillment. This conversati...

In this episode, I reflect on something that has the power to reshape how we lead, build, and live: the idea of legacy. Not as something distant or reserved for the end of a career, but as something we are actively creating every day. This final part of a three-part reflection on my father is rooted in gratitude, perspective, and a deeper appreciation for what it really means to have an impact on...

In this episode, I reflect on a foundational idea in leadership: we do not build alone. Every opportunity, perspective, and step forward is shaped by the people who came before us. Recognizing this is more than an act of gratitude, it’s a shift in how we understand responsibility. Because over time, that dynamic evolves. As we grow, we also become the foundation for others. Teams, clients, and com...

In this episode, I reflect on one of the most important lessons I learned from my father: generosity. We often think of generosity as something soft, something separate from strategy. I see it differently. I believe generosity is foundational to how we lead, build relationships, and create long-term value. But I’ve also experienced the downside. When generosity lacks boundaries, it can lead to bur...

Season 7 of The BIG Strategy Podcast begins with a different kind of conversation. After a personal loss and a period of reflection, this season shifts inward exploring strategy not just as a business discipline, but as something deeply human. In this teaser, I share the story behind that shift and introduce the three themes that will shape the opening episodes: generosity, standing on the shoulde...

Writer and educator Larry Rand, alongside his son Chris Rand, brings to life the untold story of their ancestor Leigh Hunt, an overlooked but extraordinary adventurer and entrepreneur from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Tune in to this candid conversation uncover Hunt’s globe-trotting exploits, strategic genius, and the impact of legacy on family and business. In this episode, we explore:...

Jennifer Caleshu is a leadership communications expert, executive coach, and faculty director at the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute, with deep ties to the Haas School of Business. In this episode, Jennifer joins Jeff Eyet to dive into the power of storytelling in business, how leaders build trust, and practical strategies for authentic, memorable communication – whether pitching, presenting...

Dave Rochlin is a leading expert in design thinking, corporate innovation and entrepreneurship, blending practical experience with academic insight from teaching at HAAS. In this episode, Dave joins host Jeff Eyet to break down how to determine if an idea is worth pursuing, validate its potential, navigate pivots and avoid common innovation pitfalls – sharing hard-won strategies for real-world bus...

Clark Kellogg is a renowned design thinker, architect, and co-founder of Berkeley Innovation Group. With decades of experience in architecture, teaching and business strategy, Clark has pioneered bringing design thinking mindsets and processes to organizations and business schools. In this conversation, Clark unpacks the evolution of design thinking, what makes it so powerful and how leaders can a...

Miki Sode is a scientist and educator at Stanford’s d.school. She brings a unique mix of physics, aerospace and bioengineering expertise, including groundbreaking research on bone loss aboard the International Space Station. In this episode, Miki explores how systems thinking, innovation, and human-centred design intersect to tackle complex challenges, both in space and here on Earth. We explore:...

Jess Roberts, affiliate faculty at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health and the Minnesota Design Center, is a master at navigating complexity. With a background spanning design thinking, public health and systems change, Jess dives into the world of “wicked problems” – the messy, stubborn challenges that resist quick fixes. In this episode, he explores why traditional approaches fal...

Chinar Movsisyan, founder of Feedback Intelligence, joins host Jeff Eyet to unpack the real-world impact of AI for business. Based in San Francisco, Chinar specializes in large language models and conversational AI, helping companies turn AI insights into solutions that truly meet user needs. She shows how AI isn't a threat – the real impact comes when we focus on solving real human problems, not...

Today we’re joined by three leading researchers in AI and digital health—Michael Snyder and Artem Trotsyuk from Stanford University, and Ankur Samanta from Columbia University to tackle one of the biggest questions of our time: How will AI change the way we live, age, and heal? From Stanford to Columbia, they’re already running the experiments. You’ll hear how wearable devices are uncovering hidde...

Author of All the Presidents’ Money , Megan Gorman is a wealth manager, tax expert, and author with a passion for U.S. presidential history, especially how presidents earned, managed, lost and grew their fortunes. In this interview, Megan joins host Jeff Eyet to discuss her book exploring the financial journeys, failures, and legacies of America’s leaders, distilling their personal money lessons f...

Rob Dunn is the author of ‘ The Call of the Honeyguide ’, ecologist, evolutionary biologist, and professor at NC State. He joins the show to explore a powerful question: what if the answers to our biggest strategic challenges are hiding in nature? The conversation looks at why traditional business frameworks often fall short in a world shaped by systems and interdependence, and how leaders can bor...

Daria Burke is an author, business executive, and advocate for authenticity whose memoir, Of My Own Making: A Mempoir , explores resilience, personal growth, and the transformative power of vulnerability. In this powerful conversation, Daria shares how reflective practices, neuroscience, and embracing her own story fueled a thriving career, inspiring others to rewrite generational narratives both...

Amir Husain, renowned entrepreneur, founder of Avathon (formerly SparkCognition), SkyGrid, and advisor to NATO, joins Jeff Eyet to discuss his forthcoming book The Cybernetic Society: How Humans and Machines Will Shape the Future Together . With a background spanning AI, robotics, and technology incubation, Amir offers insights into the collaboration between humans and machines and shares a bold v...

Leadership development expert Harriet Whiting and engineering strategist Fred Flores, co-authors of ‘ Unseen to Unstoppable ’, join Jeff Eyet to unpack their decade-long journey writing a business book, transformed by the integration of AI as a creative collaborator. The episode dives deep into co-authoring dynamics, synthesizing massive manuscripts, and harnessing AI to amplify the human experien...

On this episode of the BIG Strategy Podcast, Jeff Eyet speaks with Sarah Clarke Stuart, communication professor and AI advisor, about the importance of human-centred learning in an AI-driven world. They discuss how technology is reshaping education, creativity, and leadership, and why in-person connection and critical thinking are irreplaceable. Sarah shares her approach to integrating AI in the c...

Kashyap Deorah is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and author with over 25 years of experience building startups in both India and the US. In this conversation, Kashyap unpacks the evolution of India’s tech ecosystem, the two-way flow of capital and talent, and how emotional consciousness shapes more effective business leadership and investment decisions. In this episode, we explore: How India’s “...

AI strategist Peter Swain and manufacturing leader Fred Flores join Jeff Eyet to unpack how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing traditional industries. With decades of experience in disruptive technology and operations at companies like Albertsons and Mary Kay, Peter and Fred share real stories, pitfalls, and strategies for executives looking to use AI for safety, productivity, and growth i...

Martina Lauchengco is an accomplished product marketing strategist, author of Loved: How to Rethink Marketing for Tech Products , and partner at Costanoa Ventures. Her diverse background spans Microsoft, Netscape, Loudcloud, and teaching at UC Berkeley. In this candid conversation, Martina unpacks the evolution of software, the impact of AI, and how market-product fit and trust will define winners...

Michael Lenox is an award-winning professor, author, speaker, and consultant. For over twenty-five years, he has been helping MBA students and executives navigate the competitive dynamics of markets in the face of innovation and disruption. Mike joins the show to discuss how organizations are navigating today’s wave of digital transformation. Drawing on insights from his latest book, find out how...