How to Be Remarkable: Growth, Grit, and Grace with Guy Kawasaki 7 | 40
When it comes to making a real difference, being remarkable isn’t about fame or titles—it’s about how you show up for others and yourself. Kim and Amy are joined by Guy Kawasaki—chief evangelist at Canva, bestselling author, and host of the Remarkable People podcast—to talk about what it really means to be remarkable. Guy shares stories from his book Think Remarkable and reflects on how growth, grit, and grace can help us create meaningful work and stronger relationships. From learning to embrace imposter syndrome, to saying “yes” when opportunity knocks, to finding joy in unexpected places (like surfing and parenting), Guy offers practical guidance for anyone who wants to make a difference. Tune in and discover how to bring more meaning—and more remarkable moments—into your life.
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Guy Kawasaki
Books | Guy Kawasaki
Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People Podcast
Think Remarkable | Guy Kawasaki
Guy Kawasaki | Substack
Is There Better Than Better | Ellen Langer
Developing a Growth Mindset with Carol Dweck
Mindset | Carol Dweck
Kim Scott: The Power of Radical Respect and Candor | YouTube
The Problem With Passion 3 | 9 | Radical Candor
Beyond 'Sorry': How to Apologize and Mean It 6 | 22 | Radical Candor
Remarkably Candid: Insights from Guy Kawasaki 6 | 31
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Amy and Kim introduce Guy Kawasaki, chief evangelist, author and host of the Remarkable People podcast.
(00:03:02) Power of Saying Yes
Guy discusses his “say yes" philosophy and its impact on his career.
(00:06:54) What It Means to Be Remarkable
What it means to be remarkable and how everyone can make a difference.
(00:09:26) Being Remarkable with Jane Goodall
The story of Jane Goodall writing his foreword and being on the podcast.
(00:16:04) Growth Mindset & The Right Environment
How the right environment is crucial for fostering a growth mindset.
(00:20:59) Passion, Interests & Ikigai
The value of exploration and interests over forced passion.
(00:24:05) Get Interested in Your People
Lessons from taking up kids’ interests and parallels to leadership.
(00:29:43) Dealing with Stereotypes
Personal experiences and learning to respond with humor or candor.
(00:37:40) Bridging Viewpoints
Understanding opposing perspectives by asking how instead of why.
(00:42:02) Grace, Grit, & Growth
Connecting with Stacey Abrams and her alignment with Guy’s book.
(00:47:07) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Advice on recognizing and overcoming imposter syndrome.
(00:53:45) Making Decisions Right
Focus on making decisions right, not making the right decisions.
(00:55:52) Lessons in Motivation
A story about mistaken identity and unexpected sources of motivation.
(01:00:40) Conclusion
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Why Knowing Your Core Values Makes You a Better Leader—and How to Discover Them with Robert Glazer 7|39
How do you stay true to your values when the pressure’s on? On this episode of The Radical Candor Podcast, Kim and Jason talk with Robert Glazer, author of The Compass Within, about what it really means to live and lead by your core values.
Robert shares how storytelling helps bring his framework for discovering and defining core values to life. Together, they explore how understanding what truly drives you can strengthen trust, simplify tough decisions, and help you authentically lead with care and conviction — even when it’s uncomfortable.
If you’ve ever wondered how to find your direction, make confident choices, and lead without losing yourself, this conversation is your compass.
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Order The Compass Within
Core Values Discovery Course
The Six Core Values Questions
Robert's Newsletter: Friday Forward
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Chapters:
(00:00) A New Chapter for Radical Candor
Jason shares an update on the podcast’s new twice-a-month format
(00:48) Meet Robert Glazer
Kim and Jason introduce Robert, his book The Compass Within, and the idea of values as a leadership compass.
(03:09) Why Values Matter
Why defining your personal values is essential for authentic leadership and decision-making.
(07:45) The Inverse Test
How frustration and discomfort can reveal your true core values.
(13:26) From Trust to Reliability
Kim and Robert explore how words like “trust” and “integrity” mean different things—and why clarity matters.
(21:30) The Six Questions Framework
Robert shares his practical process for identifying and validating your core values.
(27:22) The Cost of Integrity
Kim reflects on a time when staying true to her values came at a cost—and why it was worth it.
(41:20) Living Your Values
Robert reveals his own core values and how they connect to Radical Candor’s idea of “respectful authenticity.”
(49:12) Closing Reflections
How knowing your compass—your values—can help you lead with clarity, care, and conviction.
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What It Takes to Grow: Radical Candor Meets Hollywood with Adam Richman 7 | 38
Great films aren’t just about talent — they’re built on trust, clarity, and the kind of feedback that helps people grow. Kim and Amy talk with producer Adam Richman (Gran Torino, The Burial,) about Double Nickel's new film, Grow, and how Radical Candor can actually fuel creativity.
Adam shares why flattening hierarchies strengthens collaboration, how constraints spark innovation, and why gratitude creates teams that thrive. He also reflects on the joy of making Grow, a family film full of heart, hope, and giant pumpkins — coming to theaters October 17th.
If you want to create cultures where feedback is welcomed, relationships matter, and creativity flourishes, this conversation offers the inspiration to get started.
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Grow the Film
Grow the Film
Grow Theme Song by KT Tunstall
Adam Richman
Double Nickel Entertainment
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Kim and Amy introduce Adam Richman, producer of Gran Torino, The Burial, and Grow.
(00:03:07) Radical Candor in Creative Work
How caring personally and challenging directly helps creative teams thrive.
(00:08:34) Why Constraints Fuel Innovation
Adam shares how budget limits on Grow sparked better ideas.
(00:14:09) Flattening Hierarchies in Hollywood
Breaking down status walls on set to build stronger collaboration.
(00:20:21) Mentorship & Leading with Kindness
The role of mentorship and kindness in sustaining creative careers.
(00:24:10) Cultivating a Culture with Intention
Creating clarity and trust, and appreciation at every stage of production.
(00:28:44) The Film-Making Process
Adam explains the process of making Grow
(00:34:15) Feedback & Collaboration
How Radical Candor guides tough conversations and creative decisions.
(00:39:13) The Importance of Setting the Table
Lessons from Post-Production
(00:44:51) The Joy of Grow
Why this family film, out October 17th, is filled with hope and heart.
(00:48:48) Music & Joyful Storytelling
The story behind KT Tunstall’s theme song for Grow.
(00:52:15) Conclusion
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Are Flat Organizations More Efficient? Kim and Jason Weigh In 7 | 37
Chasing efficiency by flattening your organization can sound appealing, but true innovation and collaboration often thrive in a different kind of structure. Kim and Jason discuss how a thoughtful hierarchy — built on trust, clarity, and collaboration — helps teams do their best work. Drawing on lessons from Google, Apple, and Khan Academy, they share how empowered managers, clear decision-making, and open communication can transform the way organizations function. They also offer practical strategies for creating a collaboration hierarchy that supports managers, strengthens relationships, and gives great ideas the space to flourish. If you’re ready to build a culture where teams feel trusted, connected, and inspired, this conversation provides the helpful guidance you need to make it happen.
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Middle Managers: Dinosaurs or Essential Glue? 7 | 4
Get Shit Done Step 4 — Push Decisions Into the Facts 4 | 10
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Kim and Jason introduce why “flat” organizations aren’t always as efficient as they seem.
(00:01:56) The Myth of Flat Organizations
Why fewer layers don’t automatically lead to better efficiency.
(00:04:03) Why Companies Flatten
Collaboration hierarchies versus command-and-control structures.
(00:08:02) Reality of Managerial Capacity
How having manageable spans of control can foster innovation.
(00:12:44) Collaborative Hierarchies
Examples of how thoughtful hierarchy supports entrepreneurship.
(00:18:48) Decision-Making & Trust
Building employee trust through transparent decision-making.
(00:22:01) Avoiding Silent Failures
The hidden risks when managers are overloaded and politics take over.
(00:26:45) Democratizing Communication
How open communication and collaboration beat rigid hierarchies.
(00:29:31) Fixing Managerial Overload
Practical strategies to maintain efficiency without burning out managers.
(00:36:34) Radical Candor Tips
Actionable tips to keep communication open and teams thriving.
(00:38:02) Conclusion
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The Cult of The Credo: How a Beloved Brand Betrayed Your Trust 7 | 36
When a company’s values don’t match its actions, the impact can be devastating. Kim and Amy speak with investigative journalist Gardiner Harris about his book, No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson. Harris uncovers how a company once seen as the gold standard of integrity used its famous “Credo” to build emotional trust while covering up harmful practices—from baby powder linked to cancer to its role in the opioid crisis. The conversation goes beyond one company, raising bigger questions about accountability, transparency, and the systems meant to keep us safe. It’s a candid look at how misplaced trust can cause lasting damage—and what it really takes to create a culture where honesty and responsibility come first.
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Gardiner Harris
No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson
The Weekly | A Secret Opioid Memo That Could Have Slowed an Epidemic | The New York Times
A Devastating New Exposé of Johnson & Johnson Indicts an Entire System | The New Republic
The Johnson & Johnson Cancer Drug Scandal That Encapsulates Corruption In Health Care | STAT News
J&J Is Back On The Legal Warpath After Striking Out In Baby Powder Bankruptcy | Reuters
Antipsychotic Drugs and Nursing Home Residents: What Do the Different Numbers Mean? | Center for Medicare Advocacy
Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty
The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth
Physician Payments Sunshine Act (also known as the Open Payments program)
Watch Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders | Netflix
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Kim and Amy introduce Gardiner Harris, investigative journalist and author.
(00:01:01) No More Tears
Why Gardiner’s book hasn't been widely covered by the media.
(00:07:35) Hidden Dangers of Products
Overview of Johnson & Johnson’s vast range of dangerous products.
(00:15:13) Antipsychotics in Nursing Homes
How antipsychotics were pushed to sedate elderly patients.
(00:16:58) Opioids & Corporate Responsibility
The role Johnson & Johnson played in the opioid epidemic.
(00:24:04) The Power of Branding & Emotional Trust
The exploitation of emotional branding to avoid accountability.
(00:27:28) Incentives, Conflicts, & Complicity
How financial incentives corrupted doctors, researchers, and hospitals
(00:39:12) Breaking Points & Speaking Up
Stories about the individuals affected by Johnson & Johnson.
(00:47:27) The Cult of the Credo
How J&J weaponized its corporate credo to silence whistleblowers.
(00:52:19) How J&J Got Away With It
The ways J&J avoided accountability and hid decades of misconduct.
(00:57:36) Tylenol, Safety, & the Illusion of Trust
The FDA’s inability—or unwillingness—to enforce safety despite evidence.
(01:03:29) Hope, Oversight & Individual Action
How individual action and awareness can drive systemic change.
(01:08:10) Conclusion
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