Best John Cadigan Podcasts (2025)

1
John Seabrook: The Spinach King 1:03:22

12h ago1:03:22

1:03:22

In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, acclaimed journalist and New Yorker staff writer John Seabrook joins hosts Scoop Sweeney, Wendy Grossman, and Jon Lebkowsky to discuss his deeply personal and provocative new book, The Spinach King: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty. Drawing from a trove of family documents inherited after his father’…

1
AGL 428: Lucy Adams 34:02

4d ago34:02

34:02

About Lucy Lucy Adams is a trailblazing visionary in people management and leadership, with over 15 years of experience revolutionizing how organizations empower and inspire their teams. As the former HR Director at the BBC, Lucy led with exceptional strategic insight during a transformative era, steering the organization through a high-stakes site…

1
EEC 392: The Skills You Need to Thrive in the Modern Workplace, with Steve Cadigan 18:48

7d ago18:48

18:48

Steve is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led LinkedIn’s early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch, and scaling the organization from 400 to 4,000 employees in 3.5 years. In your book Workquake, you talk about how the world of work is rapi…

1
Chris Tomlinson: Texas Flood 1:01:34

8d ago1:01:34

1:01:34

On this episode of the Plutopia podcast, veteran journalist and author Chris Tomlinson joins us to unpack his reporting on the July 4th floods in Central Texas — why they were predictable and preventable — and to warn that American democracy is being endangered by aggressive redistricting and other election-rigging tactics. Now a columnist on money…

1
AGL 427: Radhika Paliwal 34:57

11d ago34:57

34:57

About Radhika Radhika Paliwal, a Real Estate Investor, Computer Engineer, Speaker, and Personal Finance Enthusiast, shares her journey from financial confusion to financial success. After realizing the limitations of a “good” degree and job, she took control, eliminating debt, crafting a lifestyle budget, investing in stocks, and acquiring real est…

1
EEC 391: How the Pandemic Shattered Old Paradigms and Awakened Meaningful Living, with Amrita Subramanian 25:01

14d ago25:01

25:01

Amrita is a former Fortune 500 VP who has devoted 22+ years of her career to helping organizations thrive amid crises. Her work is dedicated to providing education and practical solutions for individuals and communities worldwide. Tell us about your personal experience of living through trauma and how it changed you? How can pain lead to growth? Th…

1
Pat Cadigan: Ultraseven and Beyond 1:03:59

14d ago1:03:59

1:03:59

In this episode of the Plutopia News Network podcast, cyberpunk author Pat Cadigan joins the hosts to discuss her new novelization of the classic Japanese sci-fi series Ultraseven. Cadigan shares how she came to work on the project, her early exposure to Ultraman, and her appreciation for the show’s themes of teamwork and heroism. The discussion br…

1
AGL 426: Ben Johnson 41:40

18d ago41:40

41:40

About Ben Benjamin Johnson is a serial technical co-founder with a track record of success and hands-on open-source programming experience. He has a wide range of being both a board-level advisor and founder but also an in-depth understanding of how things work. Through his 20+ years as a software developer and leader, he has gained extensive exper…

1
EEC 390: The Blueprint for Business Growth, with Lior Weinstein 28:37

21d ago28:37

28:37

Lior is a trailblazing tech visionary and serial entrepreneur, whose latest venture CTOx helps 8 and 9-figure CEOs transition to fractional leadership roles so they can gain better control over their time, money, happiness, and purpose while continuing to drive positive business impact. How can business leaders and tech execs simplify challenges? H…

1
Charles Herrman: Honor and Dignity 1:01:26

21d ago1:01:26

1:01:26

In this episode of the Plutopia News Network podcast, philosopher Charles Herrman discusses his lifelong study of honor and dignity as cultural forces, framing them as a dichotomy shaping societies and conflicts worldwide. He explains that honor and dignity function as intertwined yet distinct values—honor is the face of dignity, and dignity has ho…

1
AGL 425: Dr. Keith D. Dorsey – The Boardroom Journey 40:55

25d ago40:55

40:55

About Keith Dr. Keith D. Dorsey is a board member, researcher, and speaker focused on executives’ pathways to corporate board service. Founder of the Boardroom Journey, he empowers professionals to navigate their path to the boardroom. Author of The Boardroom Journey (Wiley), published in Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, Forbes…

1
EEC 389: How to Build a Self-Managing Company That Scales, with Lisa Levy 32:13

28d ago32:13

32:13

Lisa L. Levy is not your typical consultant—she’s a disruption catalyst who helps visionary founders break free from daily operations and build self-reliant leadership teams that drive profit, agility, and freedom. What’s the biggest mistake founders make when scaling beyond $15M, and how can they avoid it? How can leaders build self-reliant teams …

1
Brendan McNally: Traitor’s Odyssey 1:05:35

29d ago1:05:35

1:05:35

Journalist and author Brendan McNally joins the Plutopia podcast this time as we discuss his latest book, Traitor’s Odyssey: The Untold Story of Martha Dodd and a Strange Saga of Soviet Espionage, which tells the story of Martha Dodd, the daughter of an American ambassador in 1930s Berlin who became a Soviet spy. McNally spent years researching dec…

1
AGL 424: AI Secrets with Katharine Loucaidou 37:03

1M ago37:03

37:03

About Katharine With over three decades of entrepreneurial success and the remarkable ability to overcome life-threatening health challenge, Katharine Loucaidou is a powerhouse of resilience and innovation. From founding successful businesses to revolutionizing the coaching industry with her groundbreaking AI platform, Katharine AI, she empowers en…

1
EEC 388: Your Voice is Your Leadership Superpower, with Jimmy Cannon 22:15

1M ago22:15

22:15

Jimmy offers a fresh and unique perspective on topics like public speaking anxiety by blending voice work with anxiety management strategies. What are some overlooked powers of vocal techniques, and do you have any actionable tips? How does your Cannon Method blend voice work and anxiety management to help people overcome nerves and speak with conf…

1
James Wright: Medieval Myth-Busting and the Archaeology of Buildings 1:02:18

1M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

On this Plutopia News Network episode, buildings archaeologist Dr. James Wright — founder of Triskele Heritage, author of the “Medieval Myth-Busting” blog, and writer of Historic Building Myth Busting: Uncovering Folklore, History, and Archaeology — joins hosts Jon Lebkowsky, Scoop Sweeney, and Wendy Grossman to unpack 25 years probing cellars, att…

1
AGL 423: Nate Dinet, The Step Manager 37:30

1M ago37:30

37:30

About Nate Nate Dinet is the founder and CEO of The Step Manager. With over 15 years dedicated to advocating for employees, Nate developed The Step Manager to provide accessible and affordable promotion and management coaching. His goal is to empower professionals to advance their careers and achieve work-life balance. This initiative reflects his …

1
EEC 387: Command the Room: The Secret to Speaking with Authority and Influence, with Erdem Koch 22:47

1M ago22:47

22:47

Erdem Koch is an international keynote speaker and communications coach who helps professionals build unshakeable confidence and communicate like the top 1%. What are the biggest communication mistakes professionals make, and how can they fix them? How can someone become a more confident and persuasive speaker in high-stakes situations? What role d…

1
Talking Heads from Plutopia! 1:05:04

1M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

In this “Talking Heads” edition of the podcast, Plutopia News Network cohosts Jon, Scoop, and Wendy roam freely across a grab-bag of current issues and curiosities: airport security hassles, billionaire excesses, the politics of air-conditioning, ICE detentions, LA’s media myths, Juneteenth and U.S. travel fears, hometown highways, regime-change mi…

1
AGL 422: Kathy Oneto on Sustainable Ambition 37:16

2M ago37:16

37:16

About Kathy Kathy Oneto is an executive and life-work coach, speaker, and facilitator who helps ambitious individuals and organizations explore how to live and work differently for greater success, satisfaction, and sustainability. With a portfolio career, she is also a strategy executive who bridges her two worlds applying strategic approaches to …

1
EEC 386: The Imposters Syndrome - Why Do So Many of Us Doubt Ourselves? with John Little 20:10

2M ago20:10

20:10

John Little has developed and coached hundreds of talented people who have since advanced to Executive Directors, Vice Presidents, Senior Managing Directors, Managing Directors, Senior Business Leaders, and Individual Business Owners. What is Imposter Syndrome? How can I combat the feeling of Imposter Syndrome? Why do we have Imposter Syndrome? How…

1
Chris French: A Skeptic’s Skeptic 1:04:22

2M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

You might say Professor Chris French is a skeptic’s skeptic. He has published over 150 articles covering the psychology of paranormal beliefs and anomalous experiences. He emphasizes the importance of understanding why people believe in the paranormal, emphasizing psychological explanations for experiences often attributed to ghosts, aliens, psychi…

1
AGL 421: Melissa Dinwinddie 36:42

2M ago36:42

36:42

About Melissa Melissa Dinwiddie is on a mission to help leaders and teams turn the “impossible” into reality by uncovering their creative potential. A Juilliard-trained dancer, professional artist for 15 years, jazz singer-songwriter, and performing improviser, Melissa brings a wealth of creative experiences to her work with companies like Google, …

1
EEC 385: From Good to GREAT - How to Command the Room with Your Voice, with David Pope 21:20

2M ago21:20

21:20

David Pope brings 30 years of experience in recording studios to the thousands of business professionals he has worked with globally, from Managing Partners, lawyers, and CEOs to business executives and TEDx speakers. Why you don’t need to speak like Obama or Oprah to shine: Find out how to embrace your unique voice and make it your most compelling…

1
Patrick Ball: Data and Human Rights 1:02:53

2M ago1:02:53

1:02:53

Dr. Patrick Ball, a statistician and founder of the Human Rights Data Analysis Group (HRDAG), joins the Plutopia podcast to discuss how rigorous data analysis can expose and challenge human rights abuses — even when official data is missing or manipulated. Beginning with his work in El Salvador during its civil war, Ball explains how statistical me…

1
AGL 420: WorkQuake with Steve Cadigan 43:24

2M ago43:24

43:24

About Steve Steve has been at the forefront of global talent strategy and company culture for the past 30 years. Most famous for scaling Linkedin from 400 to 4000 in 3.5 years, Steve also led the development of LI’s legendary company culture and was at the helm of the Talent function for its period of the highest growth and through their IPO. Havin…

1
EEC 384: Competencies, Qualities and Policies of a Successful Leader, with Philippe Johnson 16:13

2M ago16:13

16:13

Philippe Johnson is a retired United States Air Force officer and advocate for principled and ethical leadership in public service. What are the essential character traits and competencies all leaders need to exhibit to most effectively do their jobs? Using the core traits you have identified for what makes a competent and principled leader, how do…

1
Neal Baer: The Promise and Peril of CRISPR 1:07:49

2M ago1:07:49

1:07:49

In this wide-ranging Plutopia podcast episode, Dr. Neil Baer — television writer and producer, physician, and public health advocate — discusses The Promise and Peril of CRISPR, a book he edited that explores the ethical, medical, and social implications of gene editing. While CRISPR holds transformative potential to cure diseases like sickle cell …

1
AGL 419: James Turk 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

About James James Turk is an author, executive coach, keynote speaker, and CEO of The Turk Group, a boutique learning and development consulting firm. With over 25 years of experience, he has designed and delivered leadership solutions to clients globally, coaching and training upwards of 10,000 people. His extensive experience provides a unique pe…

1
EEC 383: From Burnout to Breakthrough, with Dr. Danielle Griffin 23:33

2M ago23:33

23:33

Dr. Danielle Griffin is a speaker, educator, and coach dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier lives. Whether leading a workshop or delivering a keynote, her goal is to empower individuals to understand their bodies and minds. How do you help them integrate mind-body practices into their daily routines to manage stress and enhance their…

1
Jonathan Kamens: A Technologist’s Warning 1:01:52

2M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Cybersecurity expert Jonathan Kamens, a longtime technologist with a background in software engineering and digital security, was dismissed from his role at the Department of Veterans Affairs by Elon Musk’s Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE). Kamens, who had joined the U.S. Digital Service to serve the public, criticized DOGE for pursuing…

1
AGL 418: Trevor Francis and 46 Labs 25:14

2M ago25:14

25:14

About TrevorTrevor Francis, Founder & CEO of 46 Labs, is an innovator in telecom with a relentless drive to improve global connectivity. With decades of experience building voice and business connectivity across several continents, Trevor has tackled some of the most complex challenges in telecom—whether modernizing infrastructure in developing nat…

1
EEC 382: How Female Leaders Can Reclaim the Word Ambition, with Jenny Mitchell 27:32

3M ago27:32

27:32

Jenny Mitchell is an executive coach, a podcaster, and a published author who is on a mission to help people have more meaningful conversations. What are the key messages in your book Embracing Ambition? How did your doctorate in Musical Arts shape your business? Why do so many women in leadership roles often place their value in the hands of other…

1
Cindy Cohn and Kevin Welch: Settling the Electronic Frontier 1:02:49

3M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

The Electronic Frontier Foundation has worked for more than three decades to defend free speech online, fight illegal surveillance, advocate for users and innovators, and support freedom-enhancing technologies. EFF has fought to clear the way for open source software, encryption, security research, file sharing, and important new technologies. In t…

1
AGL 417: Branding with Jamie Schwartzman 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

About JamieJamie Schwartzman is the Chief Creative Strategist and founder of Flux Branding, a premier branding agency with over 25 years of experience transforming businesses. An expert in corporate rebranding, Jamie developed the IDEA Method—a proprietary four-step branding process that reduces risk, reveals a brand’s true identity, and guides it …

1
EEC 381: Uncovering Possibilities: Navigating Career Transitions, with Ashley Rudolph 20:06

3M ago20:06

20:06

Ashley Rudolph is an Executive Coach for high achievers and next-gen leaders. Her coaching blends strategic insight with practical tools to help leaders achieve their goals without burning out. When a high achiever feels stuck at a career crossroads, what’s the first conversation you have with them? You’ve coached leaders through major transitions—…

1
Sandy Stone: Finding Girl Island 1:19:18

3M ago1:19:18

1:19:18

The legendary Sandy Stone returns to the Plutopia podcast this time as we discuss “Girl Island,” an upcoming partially-animated film based on her life and early visions of gender identity. We also discuss gender roles, trans rights, political oppression, and much more. We dive into everything from gender roles and trans rights to political power, p…

1
AGL 416: Piers Fallowfield-Cooper 38:18

3M ago38:18

38:18

About PiersPiers Fallowfield-Cooper is a seasoned executive mentor and leadership coach with over 30 years of experience as a senior executive, having held roles such as Managing Director, President, CEO, and Chairman in global finance, technology, and e-publishing industries. Despite a late start due to undiagnosed dyslexia, Piers has built a rema…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

John Cadigan Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide