Best Mind Of Schultz Podcasts (2025)

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#97: Meta CMO & VP of Analytics Alex Schultz | Measuring the Unmeasurable 47:21

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What you can measure drives growth, but what you can’t often drives breakthroughs. Alex Schultz, Chief Marketing Officer and VP of Analytics at Meta (and author of the upcoming book Click Here), joins Jason Harris to unpack the soul and science behind decisions that move billions of people: the rebrand from Facebook to Meta, launching Threads to 40…

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453: Enes Kanter Freedom—In the Name of Freedom 1:21:51

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Evangelize, Reflect, Embrace Featuring Dr. Nancy Pearson, Tania Anderson and Hannah Bonecutter 2:59:07

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Host Erik Fleming sits down with three community-focused leaders—Dr. Nancy Pearson, Tania Anderson, and Hannah Bonecutter—to explore civic engagement, local government, and public service. The episode highlights practical steps for getting involved in local politics, the power of curiosity and contribution, and the lived experiences of leaders navi…

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#100: From Viral Content to Retail Scale | Black Rifle Coffee CMO Donny Jensen 37:48

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How do you build “America’s coffee” without getting lost in politics? Donny Jensen, CMO of Black Rifle Coffee, joins Jason Harris to share lessons from a career that’s spanned Nike, Red Bull, Beats by Dre, Spartan Race, and now one of America’s fastest-growing coffee companies. Donny explains why brand is the ultimate differentiator, how Black Rifl…

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452: Payton McNabb—Enough of This Crap! 1:06:36

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Mike sits down with former high school volleyballer Payton McNabb, who was knocked unconscious by a spike to the face, delivered by a male competing on the girls’ team, and woke up in the middle of a national controversy. What followed wasn’t just a concussion and long-term neurological damage. It was a brutal, firsthand lesson in biology, politics…

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Pragmatic Optimism Featuring Mikel Bolden, Renee Williams and Joan Garry 2:15:28

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Host Erik Fleming speaks with three leaders — Mikel Bolden, executive director of the Mississippi Democratic Party; Renee Williams, CEO of the National Center for Victims of Crime; and Joan Garry, founder of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab. They discuss voter engagement and special elections in Mississippi, supporting crime survivors and ethical true-…

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#99: Oura CMO Doug Sweeny | Turning Wellness Into a Movement 36:39

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How do you scale a wellness brand without losing the mission? Doug Sweeny, CMO of Oura, joins Jason Harris to unpack the playbook behind Oura’s evolution—from a sleep device born in Finland to a holistic health platform used by pro teams, biohackers, and everyday members. Doug shares why the internal reset comes first (“align the company, then tell…

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451: Meredith Olson—Better Education Now 1:33:03

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Meredith Olson is president of Vela, a nonprofit that funds everyday entrepreneurs who are ditching the traditional school model in favor of something a little more… flexible. Vela doesn’t run schools—it supports people creating their own. From homeschool co-ops to microschools in living rooms and libraries, Vela empowers parents, students, and ent…

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Survival Is Resistance Featuring Dr. Caroline Heldman, Alia Dastagir, Melba Pearson and Dr. Tracy Pearson 2:39:24

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Host Erik Fleming sits down with political scientist Dr. Caroline Heldman and journalist Alia Dastagir to explore how survival becomes resistance for women facing harassment, assault, and online abuse. They discuss intersectionality, the limits of Me Too, trans-exclusionary movements, and survivor-led accountability. The episode also features legal…

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#98: What Makes a Brand Worth Betting On | John Lowe, Managing Director at Amok Consumer Growth 37:17

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How do you recognize a “super concept” before it goes mainstream? John Lowe, Managing Director at Amok Consumer Growth and former CEO of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, joins Jason Harris to share his playbook for identifying breakout food and beverage brands. During his 14 years as CEO, John scaled Jeni’s by more than 100x in revenue—while also servin…

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TLWL019 // Shifting Gears: In My Cancer Journey & In Life 58:53

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A year after diagnosis, Weston shares a candid update on his cancer journey and the personal threshold he’s crossing now. In this episode: surgery and recovery, a clean PET scan alongside rising blood markers, and a thoughtful choice about next steps. He unpacks a summer teaching—be a channel, not a vessel—and outlines the grounded practices suppor…

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450: Elaine Culotti—California is in Real Trouble 1:32:27

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Serial entrepreneur, lipstick farmer, and season 2 undercover billionaire Elaine Culotti unleashes a no-holds-barred critique of California’s downward spiral. From endless red tape and anti-business policies to the sluggish response to the Palisades fire, Elaine argues that leadership under Gavin Newsom has been nothing short of disastrous. She doe…

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Unapologetically Uplifting Featuring Chasity Wells-Armstrong and Alysia Cutting 2:14:26

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Host Erik Fleming welcomes two dynamic guests — former Mayor Chasity Wells-Armstrong and media activist Alysia Cutting — for a candid conversation about leadership, racial equity, community healing, and supporting women in public life. They discuss lessons from city government and the pandemic, Chasity’s coaching framework for sustainable leadershi…

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449: Theo Von—A Troubled White 1:34:52

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Comedian, podcaster, and self-described “troubled white” Theo Von joins the party for a candid discussion about the bone he found on his way to the studio, what he was manifesting during the Lion’s Portal, and why he loves ‘Merica. There’s a little wrestling, a little recovery, and lot of talk of a new Mike and Theo Antique Road Show-type show feat…

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#96: Hinge CMO and President Jackie Jantos | Long-Term Thinking in a Short-Term World 37:09

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In a world obsessed with instant results, Jackie Jantos makes the case for brand building that lasts. From Coca-Cola to Spotify to Hinge, Jackie has spent two decades shaping brands that endure by focusing on cultural insights, inclusive teams, and work that actually serves audiences. Now, as President and CMO at Hinge—the dating app “designed to b…

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Wellbeing Economics & The Battle for the Black Mind Featuring Amanda Janoo and Dr. Karida Brown 1:56:49

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In this episode host Erik Fleming interviews Amanda Janoo on well‑being economics — redefining success beyond GDP and designing economies that prioritize people and the planet — and Dr. Karida Brown on the history of Black education from emancipation through Brown v. Board and the ongoing fight against privatization and book bans. The conversation …

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Historical & Cultural Healing Featuring Dr. Karlos K. Hill and Aurora Archer 1:43:38

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Erik Fleming hosts historian Dr. Karlos K. Hill and cultural strategist Aurora Archer in a conversation about healing through truthful history and cultural change. They discuss teaching the Tulsa Race Massacre, confronting sanitized narratives, and building compassionate, action-oriented leadership. The episode centers on narrative change, collecti…

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448: Sheree Utash—It’s Only the Best School in America 1:15:39

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Mike chats with Dr. Sheree Utash, Ed.D., president of WSU Tech and a national leader in workforce education. They talk about how she reinvented a community college into a national model for workforce development, her role in taking Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and shaping it into the mikeroweWORKS curriculum, and why she believes skilled trades are key…

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#95: Why Clients Don’t Want Collaborators | Michael Palma, Founder of The Palma Group 37:32

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What do basketball, brand reviews, and $400M in agency wins have in common? Michael Palma. From being a Parade All-American athlete to coaching under Jim Valvano, Michael Palma pivoted into advertising recruitment—eventually placing more than 1,300 top talents and helping agencies win over $400 million in revenue. Today, as founder of The Palma Gro…

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Creative Force & Sly Civility Featuring Keldamuzik, Dr. Donna J. Nicol, and Dontaye Carter 2:37:53

2M ago2:37:53

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Host Erik Fleming brings together three guests making change in culture and community: Keldamuzik, an artist and entrepreneur using her Tamz Berets to raise awareness and support for cancer patients; Dr. Donna J. Nicol, author of a biography about trustee Dr. Claudia Hampton and the fight to save affirmative action; and Dontaye Carter, a mayoral ca…

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447: Tommy Mello—The Secret Sauce is the Grind 1:36:03

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Tommy Mello founded A1 Garage Door Service—a 100 million-plus-dollar business. Tommy shares how he went from reselling Bowflex, cleaning pools, and painting garage doors to building one of the largest home service companies in the country. He talks about the hustle, the screw-ups, and the systems that helped him scale, including his no-nonsense app…

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#94: Future-Proofing Your Brand | Jason Feifer, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur magazine 39:01

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Change is inevitable—but the most successful leaders know how to turn it into their greatest advantage. In this episode, Jason sits down with Jason Feifer, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur magazine and author of Build for Tomorrow. From walking away from his first reporting job to pitching national outlets cold, Feifer has built a career on spotting…

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Persuade, Energize, Transform Featuring Anat Shenker-Osorio and Dr. Stacey Schultz 2:15:06

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Host Erik Fleming speaks with messaging expert Anat Shenker-Osorio and educator Dr. Stacey Schultz about effective political communication, the race-class narrative, combating authoritarianism, and transforming education through innovation and restorative practices.By Erik R Fleming

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446: Nick Searcy—Justify This 1:22:42

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Actor, director, and pseudo-troublemaker Nick Searcy is back! Nick recounts what he saw at the Capitol on January 6 and why he made Capital Punishment and its sequel, The War on Truth. Also discussed is Nick’s unfiltered memoir, Justify This: A Career Without Compromise, where he shares stories from his long career in Hollywood, and a new project a…

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Mini: Cannes Lions Scandal — When AI Crosses the Line 3:24

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This year’s Cannes Lions Festival — the world’s biggest celebration of creativity — made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Brazilian agency DM9 was stripped of multiple awards — including a Grand Prix — after using AI to fabricate campaign case study results. Jason Harris breaks down how they pulled it off, why it’s a symptom of a bigger problem…

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The Great American Games Featuring Wajahat Ali, Rick Roberts and Dave Heller 2:24:59

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Welcome to an enlightening episode of A Moment with Erik Fleming, where host Erik Fleming delves into the intricate dynamics of politics, economy, and culture. This episode, aptly titled "The Great American Games," features engaging discussions with three distinguished guests who represent the intersection of money, politics, and sports. In the fir…

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#93: AI-Native Storytelling Is Already Here | Jason Zada, Founder of Secret Level 35:48

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AI isn’t just speeding up production—it’s rewriting the rules of storytelling. In this episode, Jason sits down with award-winning director and creative pioneer Jason Zada, founder of the AI-native entertainment studio Secret Level. From Elf Yourself to Take This Lollipop to an AI-generated Coca-Cola ad that sparked headlines and backlash, Zada has…

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History & Repetition Featuring Dr. Marlene L. Daut and Samuel Jay Keyser 2:01:12

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Join Erik Fleming in this episode filled with insightful conversations on crucial topics shaping our world today. First, delve into a discussion with Dr. Marlene L. Daut, a renowned historian, as she explores the Haitian Revolution's significant impact on global history, particularly its connection to African American identity and struggles. Unders…

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445: Coffee with Mom—They Had Their Way with My Right Hip 1:08:10

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America’s Grandmother stops by to discuss the haunting melody of Adagio for Strings, dropping one’s phone in the toilet, and Peggy’s handsy masseuse. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors PureTalk.com/Rowe Get a Samsung Galaxy A36 for FREE with a $35 qualifying plan. TrumanBoot.com Use code MIKE for 15% off. SkillsUSA.org/mike Join the skilled trade m…

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Mini: Leading with AI: C-Suite Strategies That Work 4:53

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If you're in the C-suite, it's no longer enough to delegate AI experimentation to mid-level staff. In this Soul & Science mini, we unpack three smart, actionable ways senior leaders can stay sharp in the age of AI—from reverse mentorship to hands-on sprints to rewarding the AI-forward thinkers in your org.This is your leadership playbook for gettin…

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Carceral Apartheid Featuring Dr. Brittany Friedman 1:32:06

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In this first episode of Season 12, Dr. Brittany Friedman, an American sociologist and author, discusses her book Carceral Apartheid and the fight against institutionalized racism in American prisons.By Erik R Fleming

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444: Jack Teetor—Blind Faith to Blind Logic 1:14:46

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Filmmaker Jack Teetor joins to discuss his new documentary, Blind Logic, about his granduncle, Ralph Teetor, who revolutionized the automotive industry. From inventing cruise control to influencing the development of the automatic transmission, Ralph was an automotive visionary, which is ironic since he did all that while being blind since childhoo…

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Perseverance Personified Featuring Shavonda Miles and Shernice Mundell 1:40:43

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In this final episode of Season 11, Shavonda Miles, CEO of Vonda Mone' LLC, and former federal employee Shernice Mundell, discuss their personal journeys in this political climate and give their definition of perseverance.By Erik R Fleming

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#92: When Creative Trust Changes Everything | Kate Torrance, VP of Brand at SickKids & Josh Budd, CCO at Citizen Relations 39:16

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How do you take a hospital’s 150th birthday and make it feel like a city-wide celebration instead of just a line in a press release? In this episode, Jason sits down with Kate Torrance, VP and Head of Brand at SickKids, and Josh Budd, Chief Creative Officer at Citizen Relations, to unpack one of the boldest healthcare campaigns in recent memory. Th…

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443: Rick Perry—The Fight of a Lifetime 1:52:44

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Former Texas Governor and U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry stops by to talk about two things most folks wouldn't expect in the same sentence—AI data farms and psychedelic therapy. Perry breaks down why the Lone Star State is set to become a digital powerhouse for AI server farms and what that means for energy, jobs, and infrastructure. Then the con…

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Mini: Don't Let DEI D-I-E 4:14

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As brands across the country scale back or scrap their DEI initiatives, it’s time to ask: what happened to the values they claimed to stand for? In this short solo episode, we examine the wave of corporate rollbacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion—from Target and Amazon to McDonald’s and Coca-Cola—and what these choices say about brand integrit…

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Why HPBCUs Matter Featuring Dr. Marybeth Gasman and Dr. David A. Sanders 1:49:15

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In this episode, Dr. Marybeth Gasman, Executive Director of the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute for Leadership, Equity & Justice and Distinguished Professor at Rutgers University, explains the historical and current relevance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, while Dr. David A. Sanders, President of Malcolm X College, discusses the u…

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442: Salena Zito—America's Journalist 1:31:15

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