The Don Sullivan Show

What made The Beatles different from every other band of their era? In Part 2, Don takes a closer look at the creative spark that transformed four young men from Liverpool into one of the most influential artistic forces in history. Exploring their songwriting, collaboration, ambition, and relentless drive to innovate, he considers whether their success can be explained by talent alone or whether...

Physical therapy is often prescribed after an injury, but should it become a routine part of healthy aging? Don and Dr. Theo Hodge explore the role of physical therapy in preventing injuries, maintaining mobility, and improving overall well-being as we grow older. They discuss common misconceptions, practical strategies, and why proactive care may help reduce the physical challenges that many peop...

How is it that certain extraordinary people change the world? Some are brilliant, some are immensely creative, and a rare few are both. In this episode, Don explores the nature of genius through the lives of artistic innovators, traveling to London and Liverpool to reflect on how four working-class young men from wartime England transformed music and culture. How do The Beatles compare with other...

The American Southwest is a land of breathtaking contrasts, where rugged mountain ranges, deep canyons, and endless desert landscapes create some of the nation's most unforgettable scenery. Yet few sights are as iconic as the majestic saguaro cactus. Towering skyward for centuries, these remarkable giants stand as enduring symbols of the Arizona Sonoran Desert. In this episode, Don journeys into S...

This subject may be the most serious issue ever discussed on The Don Sullivan Show. The future of Western civilization may very well depend on how we respond to it. Jeff Miller of Smartphone Free Childhood joins us to discuss the growing evidence linking smartphones, social media, and unrestricted internet access to profound changes in childhood and adolescent development. More importantly, he exp...

From nuclear power and energy policy to AI and social media, this episode asks a simple question: should leaders understand the science behind the decisions they make? Don Sullivan and Sean Campbell discuss Physics for Future Presidents and why scientific literacy may be one of the most overlooked requirements for effective leadership today.

What happens when AI workloads demand 10 times the power of traditional computing? Don Sullivan, Jersey Steve, and Mohan Potheri unpack the rise of liquid-cooled AI factories, sovereign AI initiatives, and the massive infrastructure race underway in Texas, Utah, and beyond.

On this episode of the Don Sullivan Show, we debut a new panel-driven format to unpack the escalating legal battle between Elon Musk and OpenAI and Sam Altman. Joining Don are veteran Silicon Valley observers examining the case from every angle, including the technical, business, legal, and entertainment dimensions of a showdown that at times feels worthy of the Death Star itself.

Don and Gina Rosenthal break down the hype around AI-driven job losses, exploring whether layoffs are truly caused by AI or simply shifting business priorities. They discuss the limits of current AI, the continued need for human oversight, and how, like past tech revolutions, AI may ultimately create new roles even as it disrupts existing ones.

Don tackles an enlarged prostate and, naturally, decides to record the whole thing from the operating room. Dr. Theo breaks down what causes prostate enlargement, how it’s treated, and what comes next. They also get into the research around prostate health and sexual activity, including the often cited “20 times” stat, in a PG-13 episode that is humorous and educational.

Climbing to nearly 20,000 feet was exhilarating, and five days through the heart of the Serengeti made it unforgettable. But every adventure has its price. Don brought home some uninvited guests. Listen as he tells the story of his run-in with Shigella, and Dr. Theo explains the not-so-glamorous aftermath.

Don sits down with his friend Mark to debrief their Kilimanjaro climb, reflecting on the ascent, the descent, and what stood out most along the way. Then it’s off to the western part of Serengeti National Park, where Don shares what it’s like to be out in the savannah surrounded by elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, and warthogs. Along the way, torrential downpours turn the roads into rivers, w...

In Part 2, Mark Bradley of Flexera breaks down how sustainability becomes profitable when companies gain real visibility into IT and start managing carbon like cash. The discussion blends sharp insight with classic Don Sullivan Show banter, moving from carbon accounting and data center efficiency to bigger ideas around energy, materials, and innovation. It ultimately lands on a bigger point that s...

IT sustainability is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about topics in enterprise technology, driven by rising cloud costs and the growing demands of modern data infrastructure. Mark Bradley of Flexera joins the show to explain how organizations can uncover hidden inefficiencies, measure their true impact, and turn sustainability into a practical lever for both cost savings and smarter opera...

Don pushes toward the summit through rain and snow as conditions deteriorate. Battling altitude, breathing difficulties, and a worsening infection in his hand, the climb becomes a true test of endurance. Despite it all, he keeps going. And they make it.

The climb continues as Don ascends higher up Kilimanjaro. Altitude sickness begins to creep in, wildlife appears along the trail, and the mountain’s famous glaciers finally come into view. But these ancient ice fields carry a strange history, including stories of bands of “glacier thieves” who have taken huge pieces of the ice from the mountain. The summit push is still to come.

Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, is often called the “Crown of Africa.” In this first episode of a four-part series on The Don Sullivan Show, Don begins the journey to climb this legendary mountain. From the decision to take on the challenge to arriving in Tanzania and preparing for the trek ahead, this episode sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure to the roof of the continent.

This special “Best of” episode brings together powerful conversations on overcoming adversity, personal health, and the rapidly evolving world of AI and technology. Along the way, we dive into the artistry of music, the fascinating mechanics behind luxury timepieces, and the design brilliance of architecture. The journey culminates in unforgettable travel stories from Alaska, including close encou...

Pinball has entertained players for generations, rising to cultural prominence in the 1940s and again in the arcade boom of the 1970s. Today the game is experiencing a surprising resurgence. Joshua Francis, a competitive player and champion, joins the team to explain why pinball is popular again, how the modern competitive scene works, and where the hobby is headed next.

A brain tumor diagnosis is life altering even when it is not life threatening. In this episode the team speaks with Stuart Klugler who lives with multiple acoustic neuromas, benign tumors that grow on the auditory nerve but can profoundly affect hearing, balance, identity, and daily life. His story explores what survival really means when the danger is not death but permanent change.

The breadth of human accomplishment is astounding, and the ingenuity behind it is just as remarkable. At TheDonSullivanShow.com , we created the series Where Art Meets Engineering to explore how creativity and technical mastery come together to shape the world around us. While the series began with an exploration of fine timepieces, its scope reaches far beyond that foundation. In this episode, th...

Thirty years ago, few computer scientists would have imagined that a single software platform could run, integrate, and shape nearly every business process across an entire enterprise, yet that vision has become reality through the evolution of Enterprise Resource Planning; in this episode, the DSS team is joined by ERP veteran Vas Mitra, who has witnessed and helped shape this transformation from...

Although DSS intentionally steers clear of politics, we don’t shy away from examining real, observable imbalances. Even after the supposed “reset” of the early 2020s, Silicon Valley still shows a striking gender gap. Why, when women make up half the population and half the available talent, are they so underrepresented across the companies that define the Six Cities of Silicon Valley? And why does...

Science is traditionally defined by adherence to the scientific method. An idea is proposed as a hypothesis, tested rigorously, and refined into a theory through experimentation and peer review. Over long periods of repeated confirmation, a theory may ultimately be regarded as a scientific law. In time, it is likely that concepts we now refer to as theories, such as Einstein’s theory of relativity...

Don may climb mountains and hike deep into canyons, but sometimes life throws challenges off the trail. In this episode, the show takes an unusually candid turn as Don shares his real-time experience getting elbow surgery. Using his own journey as a real-world case study, Don speaks openly about health, recovery, and resilience. It’s raw, unfiltered, and deeply human.