After recounting her against-the-odds journey to Olympic gold, in the episode's second half Nikki shares how the mental fortitude and resilience of an elite athlete can be applied to overcoming challenges and setbacks in everyday life. Drawing on her experiences recovering from injury and intense training to reach the pinnacle of her sport, Nikki provides inspiring perspectives on maintaining focus, bouncing back from disappointment, and believing in one's ability to achieve goals. She also discusses some of the key principles that now guide her work as a coach and as a parent, helping develop ..read more

Here is a podcast episode description written in the third person about Nikki Stone: David welcomes Olympic gold medalist Nikki Stone to the show this week on Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth. In this inspiring episode, listeners will hear the story of how Nikki made history in 1998 as the first American to win gold in inverted aerial skiing, just two years after suffering a spinal injury that left her unable to walk. Now retired from competition, Nikki shares how she overcame the odds through perseverance and determination, and discusses her current work coaching athletes, partner ..read more

We honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special encore discussion on leadership, civil rights, and moving forward together. Acclaimed neurosurgeon and former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Dr. Ben Carson joins David to share his unique perspectives on race, community, faith, and equality in America. Dr. Carson reflects on our nation’s progress since the civil rights movement while weighing in on today's challenges. He calls for common-ground solutions to issues like border policy, healthcare, and more. From uplifting personal stories to insightful commentary on respecting our diffe ..read more

In the episode's riveting second half, General Tata dives deeper into his expert geopolitical and military threat assessment, analyzing rising dangers from adversarial nations and terrorist groups. He spotlights his #1 leadership lesson learned over his decorated three-decade army career—one applicable to both the battlefield and the boardroom. General Tata also lets listeners in on the secret sauce behind his bestselling action thriller novels that have propelled him to the top of the genre. However, Tata expresses concern that the recent Hamas attack on Israel could inspire domestic attacks ..read more

Retired Brigadier General and Tata Leadership Group CEO Anthony Tata joins David Radlo on this week's episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth to tackle pressing global security questions. Drawing on his 34-year decorated military career, Tata assesses whether the world has become more or less safe in recent times. He spotlights major intelligence failures and economic crises undermining stability. With deaths mounting in Ukraine, Tata explores diplomatic off-ramps. Given Chinese, Iranian, North Korean, and Russian saber rattling, he analyzes paths to a safer world. Beyond Tat ..read more

In part two of David's talk with Alfonso Carney III, the Founder of Enrich Scholars. They dive deeper into the remarkable growth Alfonso has achieved, like major brand collaborations with Wayfair and Fidelity. Yet despite this rapid expansion, Alfonso stays grounded in Enrich Scholars' greater purpose. For him, the most surprising and meaningful impact has been watching students transcend their circumstances to become change agents. Hear Alfonso's uplifting vision for developing generations of students of color into transformational leaders ..read more

Alfonso Carney III is a champion for equity, working tirelessly to create opportunities for students of color to thrive. As the founder of Enrich Scholars, Alfonso helps these students harness their potential and develop the skills needed to excel in their careers. With his own diverse background spanning finance, law, consulting, and more, Alfonso draws from his wealth of experience to provide sage advice to the next generation of leaders. Join David as Alfonso shares his inspirational journey and actionable insights on topics like navigating opportunities. Discover how students of color can ..read more

Are you ready to be inspired by one of the most influential and creative minds in the entertainment industry? In this episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth, David welcomes Eric Tannenbaum, the executive producer and founder of The Tannenbaum Company. Eric has been behind some of the most successful and popular shows in television history, such as “Two and a Half Men,” “Mad About You,” and “The King of Queens.” He has also been a leader and innovator in the industry, developing new formats, genres, and platforms for storytelling. Eric shares with us his insights on how to cr ..read more

In the conclusion of this week's episode of "Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth," join David Radlo as he continues his conversation with the brilliant Thomas Dakich. As a seasoned attorney with a remarkable career spanning over three decades in the telecommunications and data center industries, Tom has closed awe-inspiring transactions worth over $500 million across the globe. In part two, we delve into the far-reaching impact of the CHIPS Act, a landmark legislation enacted by the States Congress and signed into law by President Biden. Tom sheds light on the profound implications of ..read more

In this week's episode of "Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth," David Radlo welcomes a true visionary and problem solver, Thomas Dakich. With over 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney in the telecommunications and data center industries, Tom has spearheaded groundbreaking transactions totaling over $500 million worldwide. From solving intricate infrastructure challenges to navigating labor stoppages in diverse regions, Tom's expertise knows no bounds. Join us as we delve into Tom's remarkable journey and uncover his unwavering belief in the transformative potential of high ..read more