The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World

Rosannah Harding is a New York City architect who started college at 12, entered architecture school at 14, and never really took her foot off the gas. In this episode, she talks about growing up in a big military family, getting homeschooled, testing into college early, and fighting her way into Auburn’s architecture program and later Cooper Union. She walks through working at Diller Scofidio + R...

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, host Pat DiCerbo sits down with Kevin Riley — a powerhouse executive, athlete, hunter, and lifelong learner whose story spans decades of leadership and personal growth. From his early football days in Albany to climbing the corporate ranks at KeyBank and ultimately leading First Interstate Bank in Montana, Kevin shares the grit and mind...

In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, Lenee Koch, Business Development Leader at Hensel Phelps, shares her extraordinary journey through sport, family, loss, and leadership. A Colorado native and the first gymnast at the University of Denver to ever score a perfect 10, Lenee reflects on how the discipline of gymnastics shaped her mindset and career in construction - a field she was drawn to...

Mark Walsh’s path reads like a roadmap of modern media and entrepreneurship: an idyllic childhood outside Baltimore, early TV work in West Virginia, a formative stint at HBO (helping launch Cinemax), founding one of the first database marketing firms for cable operators, taking early e-commerce bets, and later joining AOL during the internet’s explosive growth. He went on to Harvard Business Schoo...

Professor Stephen Berk of Union College sits down with host Pat DiCerbo to trace a life in history… from Bensonhurst childhood memories of FDR’s death to a career spent teaching Russian, Jewish, Holocaust, Middle Eastern, and European history. Berk shares the Madison High School culture that produced Nobel laureates, senators, and a young Bernie Sanders… his path through Penn, Chicago, and Columbi...

Billionaire investor and former Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Marc Lasry sits down with host Pat DiCerbo to talk grit, gratitude, and building things that last. Born in Marrakesh, Morocco, Marc immigrated to Hartford, CT at age 7, grew up in a tiny apartment, and earned academic scholarships to Clark University (where he met his wife and played basketball) and New York Law School. An internship with th...

Meet Andrea Robinson - Montreal-born adventurer, nurse, private pilot, and long-distance hiker chasing the Triple Crown (AT, PCT, CDT).Andrea grew up roaming the Adirondacks, joined the Air Cadets as a teen, and never lost the itch to fly. Decades later - while working extra nursing shifts during the pandemic - she used those earnings to finally learn: Private Pilot (2022), tailwheel endorsement,...

In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Nido Qubein shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Jordan to leading one of the most distinctive universities in America. He reflects on losing his father at age six, learning English one word at a time on 3x5 cards, and starting his first business through sheer determination. You’ll hear how he built multiple successful companies, served on ban...

Join Pat DiCerbo for an inspiring conversation with Paul Glynn Sr., a senior executive at Stryker and former standout Iowa wrestler. Paul shares his journey from growing up in a huge Irish Catholic family in Iowa, to wrestling under legendary coach Dan Gable, and how the lessons from wrestling were foundational in forging a successful career in the medical device industry. Paul reveals how early l...

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, Pat DiCerbo sits down with Rick Bennett — a hockey lifer who went from backyard rinks in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the NHL, and later built a coaching legacy that culminated in a historic national championship at Union College. Rick shares stories from his childhood, the decision that took him to prep school, and his unexpected lea...

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, host Pat DiCerbo chats with Andy Barth—a man whose life spans from humble beginnings in Queens, NY, to wrestling at Columbia, to a remarkable 32-year career in finance with the Capital Group, and ultimately to deep involvement in philanthropy and the sport he loves: wrestling. Andy shares stories of: - Growing up in Queens and moving to...

On this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, host Pat DiCerbo sits down with entrepreneur, inventor, and investor Sean O’Sullivan. Sean shares his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings in Schoharie, NY, to co-founding MapInfo, the company that pioneered digital mapping long before Google Maps existed. He talks about his early love of technology, his time at RPI and IBM, and...

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, host Pat DiCerbo sits down with John Stoffel—CPA, CPC, former college wrestler, world handball champion, and one of the nation's top experts in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).John shares an unforgettable journey filled with resilience, grit, and purpose: - Losing his father at six and how that shaped his independence - A nea...

In this episode, Pat DiCerbo has an insightful conversation with Matt Futterman, an accomplished sports journalist and author, as they dive into his career journey and the evolving world of sports media. Matt shares his early experiences in journalism and discusses his transition to telling personal athlete stories that connect with audiences on a deeper level. They explore his work covering the O...

In this episode, Pat DiCerbo sits down with Amit Elor, one of the winningest wrestlers in American history. From her beginnings as a shy four-year-old stepping onto the mat to becoming a world champion and Olympic gold medalist, Amit shares her remarkable journey. They discuss her early years wrestling alongside boys, the evolution of women’s wrestling, her rigorous training regimen, her dream of...

Pat DiCerbo sits down with Frank Ryan, Co-CEO and Co-Chair of DLA Piper, one of the largest law firms in the world. Frank shares his journey from a restless kid in Phoenix to a standout wrestler at Syracuse and ultimately a leader in the legal profession. They discuss lessons from wrestling, leadership, resilience, and the importance of surrounding yourself with great people. Frank also shares ins...

Dan Gable, legendary wrestler, coach, and motivator, joins Pat DeCerbo for an in-depth conversation on his journey from childhood in Iowa to becoming one of the most influential figures in wrestling history. Gable shares powerful stories about resilience, family, and leadership, including lessons from his early years, his historic career at Iowa State, and the heartbreak that shaped his drive. He...

In this episode, Pat DiCerbo sits down with Tim Gerend, the President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Northwestern Mutual, for an in-depth conversation about leadership, personal development, and the values that have shaped his career. Tim shares his earliest memories, growing up in a small town, watching his father transition from the military to corporate America and eventually into entrepren...

In this episode, Pat DiCerbo interviews Bryan Van Kley, owner of WIN Magazine—a leading publication in the world of wrestling. Bryan shares his journey from a small town in Iowa, where he grew up immersed in the agricultural business, to becoming a college athlete and ultimately finding his passion in sports journalism. He reflects on the formative influence of his family, his faith, and his small...

In this episode, Pat chats with Kamilah Williams-Kemp, a 25-year veteran at Northwestern Mutual, to discuss her unique journey from growing up in Milwaukee to becoming one of the company’s senior leaders. Kamilah shares her early love for dance, lessons learned from her family, and how her personal experiences shaped her professional career. She reflects on navigating corporate life as a Black wom...

In this heartfelt episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, host Pat DeCerbo sits down with Ohio State University wrestling coach Tom Ryan. They dive into Tom's storied journey from high school wrestling phenom to renowned college coach, touching on pivotal memories, the power of resilience, and the life-changing impact of mentorship. Tom shares touching family stories, including the p...

In this engaging episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World , host Pat DiCerbo interviews Brett Bissell, an accomplished executive with a truly international career and life story. Brett shares his journey from being born in the U.S. and moving to Africa with his missionary parents, to attending Union College, and later earning two advanced degrees from MIT. His career spans continents,...

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, Pat DiCerbo speaks with David Hilton Jr., a retired Northwestern Mutual agent ranked as the seventh most productive in the company’s history. David reflects on his career, from early struggles with rejection in the insurance business to becoming a top producer and now a coach for life insurance agents and business owners. David shares h...

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, Pat DiCerbo connects with John Haller, a lifelong friend and global leader at Convatec. From their shared roots in Galway, New York, to John’s journey to becoming a transformative leader, the conversation explores resilience, leadership, and purpose. John reflects on moving from Manhattan to Galway, his formative years in sports, and th...

In this episode of "The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World," host Pat DiCerbo sits down with Wilford Clyde, Chairman of Clyde Companies. Wilford shares his journey of growing up around the family business, his decision to pursue accounting before a heartfelt conversation with his father led him back to the construction industry. He reflects on taking over the business at 30 and leading it throu...