Dr. Matthias Bernow is not just a seasoned medical professional and CEO of Cellcolabs; he's also a visionary at the intersection of healthcare innovation and practical application. With roots deeply embedded in Stockholm and balancing roles as a businessman and a caring father, Dr. Bernow's mission is more than transactional: crafting a future wher…

Dr. Rod Berger dives into the world of influence to capture the story of an entrepreneur who is now a part of the influencer marketing legacy. The world has changed, giving creators and influencers a path to control their brands and those they support. Ryan Detert, in short, can be credited with a sector-shaking move primed to have longstanding imp…

Check out the latest episode of HeadRoom with Dr. Rod Berger on location in Oslo, Norway, for Oslo Innovation Week, presented by the Oslo Business Region. This episode dives into the world of innovation, solar technology, and entrepreneurism from Norway's national soccer stadium. Trygve Mongstad, founder and CEO of Over Easy Solar, shares his unlik…

Join Dr. Rod Berger in Oslo for a special episode featuring two incredible innovators and leaders: Anna von Zeppelin Turvoll, CEO of Völur, and Leroy T. Nyangani, cofounder of NeedEnergy. Berger traveled to Norway in search of stories embedded in the sustainability movement. What better place than Oslo Innovation Week, presented by Oslo Business Re…

Jonas Helmikstøl: The Easee Charging Story From The Inside Out looks at the now infamous story of one entrepreneur once recognized as the face of a company and nation. Norway's Jonas Helmikstøl is ready to share his personal journey and the moments that defined this once-billionaire from a celebrated savant to a corporate playboy vilified in the pr…

Gianna Driver, Chief People Officer at Lattice, met with Dr. Rod Berger during CultureCon 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin, to discuss the challenges and opportunities CPOs face in structuring companies of all shapes and sizes. For more information on Gianna's work and CultureCon, check out Berger's article here!…

Jasmine Bellamy brings her courageous conversations and legacy as Sports Illustrated 100 Influential Black Women in Sports to the talent discussion, leaning into her executive post at Reebok and the reason behind her own launch. Love is the language spoken authentically by Bellamy, and courage is the game to be played through all levels of an organ…

Dr. Rod Berger takes a deep dive into the 4th Industrial Revolution with the noted futurist who coined the term over a decade ago, Professor Henrik von Scheel. Berger and von Scheel were included in the recently published book out of Dubai, "Voices of the Future." Henrik is best known as the originator (Godfather) of the 4th Industrial Revolution a…

In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Nils Pihl, CEO of Auki Labs, who shares his challenges of navigating a constant flow of information and good ideas from a sea of possibilities. He also shares his unique perspective on imagination as a sense organ and consciousness as the movement of information, inspired by Richard Dawkins' concept …

In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger takes a deep dive into the world of work and engaged, culturally rich ecosystems with two esteemed guests, Zach Blumenfeld and Nick Lombardino, Co-founders of CultureCon. You'll hear how Zach and Nick met and turned small gatherings into an annual conference that empowers business leaders to share knowledge and foste…

In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Forbes's very first 'Entrepreneur of the Year' (2001), Bob Stiller. Bob shares his journey of building a multibillion-dollar company, emphasizing the importance of intuition, continuous improvement, and social responsibility. We'll explore how Bob's upbringing and his father's high ethical standards …

In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Michigan State University basketball legend and upcoming Homecoming Grand Marshal Sam Vincent. Sam recalls an unforgettable moment on the court when an encouraging thump on the chest from Charles Oakley sparked an outstanding performance against Isiah Thomas. Reflecting on his journey, Sam shares the…

In this episode, John shares his personal experiences and perspectives, advocating for humanity and emphasizing the importance of empathy, curiosity, and inclusivity. As a lifelong lover of comic books, music, and art, Pavlovitz discusses how these interests have shaped his storytelling and commitment to preserving the good in the world. Listen as …

In today's episode, Dr. Rod Berger sits down with Dave Finocchio, the visionary co-founder of Bleacher Report and the current CEO of The Cool Down. Together, they delve into pressing environmental concerns like wildfires and plastic pollution and the critical need for clear, relatable communication on these issues. Dave shares his journey from revo…

Happy World Oceans Day, 2024! A special episode of HeadRoom features the incomparable talents of cinematographer, musician, composer, and eco-preneur Joshua Sam Miller. A noted sound and visual activist, Miller has combined his wealth of experience and talent to represent the power of the oceans and marine life, which is desperate for us to underst…

In this episode, we'll delve into leadership beyond the conventional, exploring Greg's pioneering leadership program that aims to break down silos and foster connections within upper-level management. We’ll hear about a participant who felt a deep sense of loss upon leaving the program proof of the powerful bonds it creates and learn about the tran…

Welcome to another enlightening episode of HeadRoom. Today, we're diving deep into a conversation with Kendra Davenport, the President and CEO of Easterseals. This pivotal organization champions equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, veterans, and older adults. Dr. Rod Berger, your host, sets the stage for a discussion that spa…

Welcome to another enlightening episode of HeadRoom, where we dive deep into personal growth and authentic success in today's rapidly changing professional landscape. I'm your host, Dr. Rod Berger, and today I'm joined by the insightful Rusty Gunther. Rusty, a passionate advocate for aligning life's work with personal values, shares his unique pers…

Welcome to another episode of HeadRoom. This is your host, Dr. Rod Berger, and today, we have a truly out-of-this-world guest on the show. Buckle up as we join Astronaut John Shoffner on a voyage that transcends the atmosphere and delves into the emotional odyssey of realizing a lifelong dream. From the moment of liftoff to the realization that bei…

Welcome to the episode of HeadRoom. Today, we're diving deep into the transformative world of artificial intelligence with a trailblazing guest, Sarah Nagy, Co-Founder and CEO of SEEK AI. With an impressive background in finance and startups, Sarah has consistently stayed ahead of the curve, anticipating the seismic shifts in technology that would …

Jennifer Dulski has a wide range of executive experience, including leadership roles at Facebook, Google, and Yahoo! and founder, CEO, and president roles at early-stage and scaling startups. She is currently CEO and founder of Rising Team, a company that provides tools, data, and community to turn managers into amazing coaches who build happier an…

Welcome back to HeadRoom, a sanctuary for the curious mind and a canvas for thought-provoking stories, with your host, Dr. Rod Berger. Today's episode bridges the past with the present as we delve into the compelling narrative crafted by Linda Ambrus Broenniman in her book "The Politzer Saga." In this conversation, Linda peels back the layers of a …

Berger sits down with Windō co-founder and former Chief Data Officer at J.P. Morgan Ken Janssens. The duo explores the new relationship between data and the talent pipeline across the globe. Janssens discusses efforts to more substantively examine sustainability efforts, lengths to close pay gaps, and diversity inequities expressed throughout globa…

In the high-stakes world of global retail and brand development, Bruno Schiavi's name is synonymous with innovation, strategic foresight, and an unerring knack for market disruption. Schiavi's groundbreaking collaborations with the Kardashian empire and the meteoric rise of Uncle Bud’s HEMP & CBD paints a picture of a business savant who has redefi…

Taking us from Nazi Germany at age two to the boardroom of Gray Advertising (now Grey Global Group), Barbara Feigin's new book My American Dream: A Journey from Fascism to Freedom (Five Star Press, Jan. 2024) is a memoir of resilience, grit and grace. In this powerful episode, Feigin tells of her life as a young German-speaking refugee in a small W…

HeadRoom with the incomparable co-founder and President of First Media, Sharon Rechter. Dr. Rod and Sharon discuss what it's like to build a media company from the ground up in an ever-changing media space, her life and family, and her inspiration to work as tirelessly as she does. Sharon is a powerhouse rooted in family, history, and impact. First…

Richard Gerver came to prominence when, as a headteacher, he turned around a failing school in the UK in under two years. Winning plaudits globally, Richard was labeled The Walt Disney of The Classroom by the UK media and went on to win a multitude of international awards, including a UNESCO award for leadership and innovation, Global Gurus Top 30 …

In HeadRoom with Dr. Rod Berger, the topic of populism is explored with historian and author Dr. Steve Babson. In the newly released book Forgotten Populists: When Farmers Turned Left to Save Democracy (Mission Point Press: April 25, 2023), author Steve Babson, Ph.D tells the story of how the Populists of the 1890s transformed the nation’s politica…

Welcome back to HeadRoom, in today's episode, we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) with our special guest, Alex Swartsel, the managing director of Insights at Jobs for the Future. Guided by our host, Dr. Rod Berger, the duo unravels the complex narratives surrounding AI and its impact on jobs, skills, and society as a whole. …

The Power Within: Cindy Watson's Journey In today's episode, we have the privilege of talking to the one and only Cindy Watson, founder of Women on Purpose and creator of the groundbreaking book Art of Feminine Negotiation. Cindy has an impressive background as an attorney specializing in social justice law for over three decades, is a TEDx and int…

Jason Jay is a Senior Lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management and Director of the Sustainability Initiative at MIT Sloan. He teaches courses on leadership, strategy, and innovation for sustainable business. Jason engages students and alumni in hands-on projects with leading companies and organizations. These efforts help build a community of…

Miki Agrawal, the trailblazing Brooklyn-based entrepreneur and thought leader known for founding two $100 million companies that put her on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine - TUSHY and THINX - joins HeadRoom. Check out some of her past coverage and watch her 2019 Mindvalley Talk. Miki's journey in the world of entrepreneurship saw both great succ…

HeadRoom with Deniz Ozgur Dr. Rod Berger is joined by Deniz Ozgur, recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list, and operates at the nexus of technology, finance, and fashion. After securing a degree in Economics and Finance in 2020, she moved rapidly into the role of Head of Growth at Techsign, an industry leader in AI-enhanced KYC solutions. In 2021, D…

HeadRoom with Code.org's Hadi Partovi Hadi Partovi is a tech entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of the education nonprofit Code.org. Partovi discusses AI 101 for Teachers and how the world might change due to the power of technology across the globe. Born in Tehran, Iran, Hadi grew up during the Iran-Iraq war. His school did not offer computer science…

HeadRoom with Conrad Wolfram Conrad Wolfram is the younger Wolfram of Wolfram Research—it's the brothers who started Wolfram|Alpha, Demonstrations, and the core underlying technology—Mathematica. Conrad founded the European Wolfram Research in 1991 after his brother Stephen set up the headquarters in the US. Since 1997 Conrad has also been strategi…

HeadRoom with Chris Brickley - With nearly 60 NBA players as clients and a viral online following, Chris Brickley is one of the most sought-after NBA skills trainers. Based in New York, his off-season workouts attract NBA titans and up-and-comers as well as music icons. Chris shares his training moments with his 1.5 million Instagram followers - bl…

HeadRoom with Dr. Lee Berger Paleoanthropology, Research, Human Ancestors Dr. Berger and Dr. Berger (yeah, that's right) discuss Lee's Netflix documentary about his book, Cave of Bones, and his perspective on life and the big questions still remaining about our species. Lee Berger is an award-winning paleoanthropologist whose explorations into huma…

Bobby Bones (born Bobby Estell; April 2, 1980)[1] is an American radio and television personality, best known for hosting the nationally syndicated The Bobby Bones Show, originating from the iHeart Studios in Nashville, TN, and for his role as a full-time mentor on American Idol on ABC. He was the winner of season 27 of Dancing with the Stars with …

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On this episode of HeadRoom, host Dr. Rod Berger invites Rich Tu, a first-generation Filipino American, onto the show to discuss his current exhibit 'Human Response'. Rich is an award-winning designer and artist based in Brooklyn who has worked with several high-profile clients and has exhibited around the world. Dr. Berger delves deep with Rich to…

HeadRoom with Karl Liapunov This is one of Berger's favorite episodes of the year - go behind the scenes with a leading entrepreneur who left the U.S. for Norway to become the Head of Energy at one of the world's most prolific incubators. Karl is transparent, inspiring, and just downright likable. Karl Liapunov grew up in Ridgefield, CT, with an Am…

Prior to joining GII, Preston held leadership positions in the public and private sectors. Preston served as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and as the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, leading both federal agencies during times of national crisis. He orchestrated successful turnarounds as th…

Jessie James Decker - Singer, songwriter, TV personality, fashion designer, beauty and lifestyle influencer/entrepreneur, and 2x New York Times best-selling author, Jessie James Decker has emerged as a multi-platform juggernaut juggling fashion brands like her personally designed Kittenish line with four retail stores and growing, along with her te…

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw spends time with Dr. Rod Berger to discuss life after football, his time in front of the camera, retirement, horses, family, and entrepreneurship. Bradshaw is his usually affable self engaging Berger in an in-depth and revealing conversation. The interview takes twists and turns to land on his role as a b…

HeadRoom with Aubrey Flynn - Aubrey Flynn, who after 15 years of working across A-listers’ brand portfolios including Diddy (Ciroc), Snoop Dogg (Indoggo), Charles Barkley (Redmont), etc. is excited to announce the launch of his own streetwear brand, Goals Supply. The collection features headwear, hoodies, sweatshirts, T-shirts, joggers, shorts, and…

Rogers Sithole & Hardeep Gulati join Dr. Rod Berger for this episode of HeadRoom. Gulati, the CEO of PowerSchool, and Sithole, the Chairman and Education Managing Director at OneConnect, stop by to talk about education across the African continent and the collaboration that aims to change the trajectory for millions of young people. Gulati was rece…

HeadRoom with Zaid Tahabsem. A very poignant look at educational leadership through the lens of a father-son relationship from Amman, Jordan. Tahabsem is the Chief Business Development Officer at ITG and a part of the leadership team at the World Refugee School. I got an inside look at a man beyond his years committed to making a difference not jus…

Mozverse Background Our Values We believe that web3 should be fully transparent and open to everyone. Recent high-profile failures in the crypto industry have demonstrated the dangers of small, centralized groups operating in secrecy. While incumbent players with deep pockets try to replicate the walled-garden approach of web2 in web3, we believe t…

HeadRoom with Halle Stanford, President of Television at The Jim Henson Company. Stanford joined The Jim Henson Company in 1993 and worked on beloved Muppet projects like Muppet Treasure Island, Muppets Tonight, Bear in the Big Blue House, Animal Jam, and The Hoobs, as well as the sci-fi cult classic Farscape. In 2000, Stanford founded 7 Crow Stori…

Slumberkins is a wonderful show for children streaming on AppleTV+. By emphasizing positivity, connection, and authenticity, Slumberkins supports a strong foundation for lifelong emotional wellness. Get the inside scoop on two moms, a dream, and countless trips to find material. Slumberkins is produced by the Jim Henson Company and extends resource…