The IJK Podcast

What if stress wasn't something that happened to you, but something you could see coming — and stop before it took hold? In this episode, I sit down with Alice Law, Sunday Times bestselling co-author of Unstressable (with Mo Gawdat) and one of the most sought-after stress and resilience experts working with executives and leaders today. After many years of chronic stress and the loss of her father...

In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam sits down with Prof. Joshua Rasmussen (Professor of Philosophy at Baylor University) to tackle one of the biggest questions anyone can ask: Why is there something rather than nothing? We explore whether reality points to an ultimate foundation—something necessary and independent—or whether explanation simply bottoms out in a brute fact. Whether y...

In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam is joined by Mike Bechtel — professor, author, and former Chief Futurist at Deloitte Consulting — for a practical conversation on AI, innovation, leadership, and the future of work. We explore how leaders can think clearly about the future without getting lost in AI hype, where artificial intelligence is already creating real business value, what...

In this episode, I’m joined by Jeff Booth, visionary entrepreneur and author of the groundbreaking book "The Price of Tomorrow", to unpack a simple but explosive idea: Technology is deflationary—it pushes costs down—yet our debt-based financial system is built in a way that often pushes prices and asset values up. We talk about how AI accelerates this clash in 2026 and beyond, why everyday life ca...

Nutrition is one of the most debated and confusing topics today. With countless diets, conflicting advice, and endless headlines, it can be difficult to know what the science actually says about healthy eating. In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam sits down with Dr. Gil Carvalho — physician, scientist, and creator of Nutrition Made Simple — to explore how to think about nutrition fr...

In this episode of The IJK Podcast, I’m joined by Jonathan Pageau — liturgical artist, iconographer, and creator of The Symbolic World — for a deep but accessible conversation on symbolism and meaning in modern times. We live in an age that feels rational, data-driven, and “post-myth,” yet symbols continue to shape how we think, what we value, and what we treat as ultimate. Jonathan explains how s...

What does Bitcoin really mean — beyond price charts, headlines, and hype? In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam is joined by Robin Seyr, one of the most prolific interviewers in the Bitcoin space. Robin set himself an ambitious mission: to conduct hundreds of conversations with Bitcoin builders, educators, economists, technologists, and everyday users from around the world. After spe...

How Great Products Are Really Made — with Wharton’s professor Karl Ulrich In this episode of the IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam interviews Professor Karl Ulrich, one of the world’s leading thinkers in innovation, product design, and entrepreneurship. Prof. Ulrich is the Vice Dean of Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the Wharton School, and author of two landmark works in the field: Product Design...

How will the AI revolution reshape work, jobs, education and society? In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad-Jack Karam sits down once again with Anthony Assi, a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of experience designing and architecting large-scale HPC/AI infrastructures, data centers, and cloud platforms. Anthony has worked with tech giants such as Google and Dell, and currently pla...

In this episode of The IJK Podcast, host Imad-Jack Karam sits down with Natalie Brunell, host of Coin Stories — the #1 Bitcoin podcast in the world — to explore why Bitcoin matters, the future of money, and the pursuit of financial freedom in the digital age. Natalie shares her journey from award-winning investigative journalist to one of the leading voices in Bitcoin education and media. Together...

In this episode of The IJK Podcast, host Imad-Jack Karam sits down with Dr. Robert Cialdini, the world-renowned psychologist and author of the bestselling books Influence and Pre-Suasion. Dr. Cialdini’s groundbreaking research on the psychology of persuasion has shaped how businesses, leaders, and everyday people understand influence. Together, we explore how his seven timeless principles apply in...

Is morality possible without God? Or does the very idea of objective right and wrong require a divine lawgiver? In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam sits down with renowned philosopher and theologian Dr. William Lane Craig to explore one of life’s most profound questions: Does morality require God? We discuss: What morality really means and how to define it. Why Dr. Craig argues tha...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, host Imad Jack Karam sits down with Professor Kartik Hosanagar to explore the hidden ways AI algorithms influence everything from what you see online to the choices you make every day. Kartik is a Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Co-Director of Wharton Human-AI Research, and the author of...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, host Imad Jack Karam is joined by Dr. Sharon Dirckx, a neuroscientist, speaker and author of the fascinating book “Am I Just My Brain?”, to explore one of the most profound questions of our time: What is Consciousness and Are We Really Just Our Brains? Dr. Sharon holds a PhD in brain imaging from the University of Cambridge and speaks widely across the UK and in...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, host Imad Jack Karam welcomes Dr. Daniel Erichsen, a leading sleep coach and author who has helped thousands of people around the world break free from chronic insomnia — not by trying harder, but by letting go. Daniel began his career as a sleep physician, but over time realized that many traditional treatments — sleep hygiene rules, rigid routines, even medica...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, host Imad Jack Karam sits down with Professor John Lennox, a distinguished mathematician, philosopher of science and public intellectual. They explore the nature of Mathematics and thought-provoking ideas in his latest book, 2084: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity. As Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at the University of Oxford, Lennox’s work e...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, we’re joined by Candice Elsmore, a strategic advisor with a wealth of experience in scaling startups and scale-ups. Originally from South Africa, Candice has worked across three continents and has a background that spans investment banking at Goldman Sachs, a chief of staff role overseeing large teams, and scaling an advisory business to success as COO. Now base...

In this exciting episode of the IJK Podcast, I sit down with ex-Googler AJ Davis, a renowned expert in user experience (UX) and conversion rate optimization (CRO). AJ has helped powerhouse brands like CVS, Steve Madden and Lululemon transform their websites into revenue-generating machines. With an impressive track record, AJ founded her own CRO and digital marketing agency, Experiment Zone, after...

Living a Life of Meaning and Finding Purpose in Modern Times with Dr. Simon Fokt. Welcome to the IJK Podcast, where we dive deep into the big questions that shape our lives, society, and the world. In this thought-provoking episode, we explore one of the most profound topics: What does it mean to live a meaningful life? Our guest is Dr. Simon Fokt, a philosopher, educator, and writer with a PhD in...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, I’m excited to host Roberto Alvarez, an international TEDx speaker and a leading advocate for gamification! Rob is the creator and host of the Professor Game Podcast, where he interviews industry leaders to uncover how gamification drives engagement and builds lasting connections. In addition to his podcast, Rob serves as an adjunct professor at IE Business Scho...

Is it rational to believe in the existence of God, Creator of the universe? Welcome to the IJK Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Lukas Ruegger, the Director of Steiger Middle East—a global mission focused on connecting with young people in today’s globalized culture. Lukas has an impressive academic background in Philosophy and Theology, along with an M.A. in Christian Apologetics from Biola...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam welcomes Tom Applegarth, an HR veteran with over 30 years of experience working with major global companies like Goodyear Tires, Payless ShoeSource, and Young Living. Tom, now Head of HR services at Preferred CFO, shares invaluable insights into the future of Human Resources. They explore the growing trend of hybrid work models, the impact of AI...

Imad Jack Karam speaks to John Launius, a leading expert in fragrance hypnosis and the CEO of Shihan Wellness and Shihan Consultants. With an impressive background spanning government, education, technology, media, and marketing, John brings unparalleled expertise to his roles as an Executive Talent Development Coach, Organizational Culture Consultant, and Peak Performance Facilitator. John is als...

In this episode of the IJK Podcast, I am excited to talk to John Saad, a renowned media personality and mountain climber from Lebanon. John is the Founder & CEO of The Official Lebanese Top 20 and has had an impressive career spanning over 25 years in Radio, TV and Print. His journey in media started as an advertising executive and evolved into launching and managing promotional and event plan...

I am happy to talk to Carolyn Galvin, a Media & Content Production leader with over 25 years of experience working with some of the largest brands in Canadian media. She is renowned for executing world-class productions such as the Olympic Games, Grammy Awards Red Carpet shows and premier sporting events and has held senior executive positions at companies such as Rogers Sports & Media. Dr...