The Unfolding Thought Podcast

In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast , Carlos Martinez, Site Director at MilliporeSigma, discusses his journey from growing up in Puerto Rico to work touching on the Human Genome Project and leading innovation in life sciences. Carlos shares how his passion for bridging ideas, disciplines, and people has shaped his leadership style and his career. Carlos dives into the power of Clifton...

In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast , Andy Hite, founder of Scaling Minds, shares his unique journey from a career in musical theater and production to becoming an executive coach for CEOs and leadership teams. Andy’s story is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the power of personal transformation. We dive into Andy’s experiences with leadership—both good and bad—and how they...

In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast , Julian Scadden, President and CEO of Nexstar Network, shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings to leading one of the most respected organizations in the trades industry. Julian talks about the personal and professional challenges he faced, how he overcame them, and his philosophy on leadership, growth, and community. Julian also discus...

In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast, Kevin Hughes, founder of Walker/Miles, dives into the seismic shifts in athlete branding and sports marketing in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era. Drawing on a career that spans professional basketball, HR, and creative leadership—including as the Minnesota Twins’ creative director—Kevin offers a unique perspective on navigating the intersec...

In this seventh business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum guides you through a Root Cause Analysis—a practical framework for identifying and addressing the deeper issues behind your challenges. Often, quick fixes and surface-level solutions fail to create lasting change. Root Cause Analysis helps you dig deeper, asking “Why?” multiple times to uncover the fundamental problem...

In this sixth business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum guides you through Scenario Planning—a strategic tool for exploring possible futures and making better decisions in the face of uncertainty. Scenario Planning helps you anticipate different ways the future might unfold, so you can prepare for opportunities and mitigate risks. Through this guided exercise, you’ll imagine...

In this fifth business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum introduces Force Field Analysis, a practical tool for identifying and managing the forces driving or restraining progress toward your goals. Through this guided exercise, you’ll learn how to identify the positive forces pushing you toward success and the negative forces holding you back. By amplifying the driving forces...

In this fourth business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum guides you through a Backcasting exercise—a practical tool for mapping out the steps between your present and your long-term vision. Backcasting flips traditional planning on its head. Instead of starting with today and moving forward, you begin with your ideal future and work backward to uncover the milestones and act...

In this third business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum guides you through a Visioning exercise—a powerful tool for clarifying your goals and aligning your actions with your aspirations. Visioning is more than setting goals. It’s about creating a vivid mental picture of your future and using that clarity to make intentional decisions today. Through this guided exercise, you’...

In this second business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum introduces the Immunity to Change X-Ray, a framework developed by Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey to uncover the hidden barriers preventing meaningful change. The Immunity to Change framework reveals how unconscious fears and competing commitments hold us back, even when we’re motivated to improve. Through a guided exercis...

In this first business meditation of the Unfolding Thought series, Eric Pratum introduces the GROW framework, a simple yet powerful tool for clarifying challenges and taking actionable steps forward. GROW—an acronym for Goal, Reality, Options, and Way Forward—is widely used by coaches and managers to empower individuals, foster accountability, and generate meaningful solutions. Through a guided ex...

In this introduction to Unfolding Thought business meditations, Eric Pratum shares what makes this series of episodes different and why it might be just what you need to spark new ideas and gain actionable insights. Designed for busy professionals, these short, focused meditations offer a unique opportunity to explore new concepts, strategies, and ways of thinking in just 10 minutes a day. Whether...

In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast , Eric Pratum sits down with Jess Villegas, a business performance consultant and founder of Acuity Business Consulting. Jess shares his journey from accounting to leadership and consulting, offering insights into the power of intentionality, preparation, and belief in others. Through sharing his experiences, Jess discusses the importance of balanci...

In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast , Jeremy Nulik takes us on a journey from his childhood fascination with unseen systems to his work as a practitioner of strategic foresight. Jeremy explains how foresight helps leaders make deliberate, inspired decisions by uncovering hidden forces that influence behavior and strategy. He shares powerful insights into how creating and exploring ima...

In this debut episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast , Eric Pratum presents a recorded version of a session he typically presents in person. We dive into how mindfulness can transform the way leaders make decisions in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world. Drawing on research from psychology and leadership studies, this episode explores how mindfulness helps us stay present, manage distra...

The Unfolding Thought Podcast is driven by a provocative question: why do we—and the groups we form—think and act the way we do? The problem is that we often assume we understand ourselves and others, confident in our beliefs about consciousness, motivation, and behavior. Yet, much of what shapes us—our thoughts, choices, and actions—remains hidden, misunderstood, or ignored. The truth is, we are...