The BIG Strategy Podcast

Chinar Movsisyan, founder of Feedback Intelligence, joins host Jeff Eyet to unpack the real-world impact of AI for business. Based in San Francisco, Chinar specializes in large language models and conversational AI, helping companies turn AI insights into solutions that truly meet user needs. She shows how AI isn't a threat – the real impact comes when we focus on solving real human problems, not just adding AI for the sake of it.In this episode, we explore:Why AI’s strategic value matters for business successHow to define and measure efficiency when implementing AIThe risks of overfitting models to benchmarks instead of real-world needsDomain-specific AI: building smaller, focused and accessible modelsMoving from point-and-click to natural language interactionsHow to measure and improve AI-powered user experiencesThe future of AI-human collaboration and designing for adoptionConnect with Chinar Movsisyan on LinkedInConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Today we’re joined by three leading researchers in AI and digital health—Michael Snyder and Artem Trotsyuk from Stanford University, and Ankur Samanta from Columbia University to tackle one of the biggest questions of our time: How will AI change the way we live, age, and heal? From Stanford to Columbia, they’re already running the experiments. You’ll hear how wearable devices are uncovering hidden signals in our bodies, why AI could become your most trusted health coach, and the surprising role psychology plays in whether these breakthroughs actually change lives.In this episode, we explore:Personalizing health insights with genomic and wearable dataThe rise of AI-powered health assistantsTrust, privacy, and AI-driven diagnosticsAI’s promise and pitfalls in medical decisionsPsychology and behavior: the toughest barriersConnect with Michael Snyder on LinkedInConnect with Artem Trotsyuk on LinkedInConnect with Ankur Samanta on LinkedInDeep Medicine – BookThe Advanced Drug Delivery and Regenerative Biomaterials (ADDReB) LaboratoryLaboratory for Intelligent Imaging and Neural ComputingConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Author of All the Presidents’ Money, Megan Gorman is a wealth manager, tax expert, and author with a passion for U.S. presidential history, especially how presidents earned, managed, lost and grew their fortunes. In this interview, Megan joins host Jeff Eyet to discuss her book exploring the financial journeys, failures, and legacies of America’s leaders, distilling their personal money lessons for today’s listeners.In this episode, we explore:Money wins (and flops) of US presidentsGeorge Washington’s budgeting playbook for power and legacyHow short-term vs. long-term thinking built legaciesModern money lessons in luck, risk and generational wealthSmart takeaways from presidents’ second acts and estate plansConnect with Megan Gorman on LinkedInAll the Presidents' Money – BookAll the Presidents’ Money – WebsiteChequers Financial ManagementConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Rob Dunn is the author of ‘The Call of the Honeyguide’, ecologist, evolutionary biologist, and professor at NC State. He joins the show to explore a powerful question: what if the answers to our biggest strategic challenges are hiding in nature? The conversation looks at why traditional business frameworks often fall short in a world shaped by systems and interdependence, and how leaders can borrow ideas from nature, like diversity, adaptability, and cooperation, to navigate change more effectively.In this episode, we explore:Why nature matters for business strategyDigital vs. physical and the growing disconnectMutualism in action: dogs, crops and overlooked systemsHow low biodiversity shapes what we eatBalancing policy, profit and personal responsibilityNature as a source of resilience and innovationConnect with Rob Dunn on LinkedInThe Call of the Honeyguide – BookA Natural History of the Future – BookDelicious – BookHoward Marks – AuthorMore of Rob Dunn’s WorkConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Daria Burke is an author, business executive, and advocate for authenticity whose memoir, Of My Own Making: A Mempoir, explores resilience, personal growth, and the transformative power of vulnerability. In this powerful conversation, Daria shares how reflective practices, neuroscience, and embracing her own story fueled a thriving career, inspiring others to rewrite generational narratives both personally and professionally.In this episode, we explore:Why vulnerability is a leadership strength, not a weaknessHealing generational trauma and reframing inherited narrativesThe science of neuroplasticity and agency over our own storiesRecognizing and breaking cyclical patterns in life and businessPost-traumatic growth: moving beyond survival to thrivingBalancing ambition with radical self-acceptance and graceConnect with Daria Burke on LinkedInDaria Burke’s InstagramDaria Burke’s WebsiteOf My Own Making – BookConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Amir Husain, renowned entrepreneur, founder of Avathon (formerly SparkCognition), SkyGrid, and advisor to NATO, joins Jeff Eyet to discuss his forthcoming book The Cybernetic Society: How Humans and Machines Will Shape the Future Together. With a background spanning AI, robotics, and technology incubation, Amir offers insights into the collaboration between humans and machines and shares a bold vision for reclaiming technology's promise to empower society rather than divide it.In this episode, we explore:Three foundational theories shaping our technological societyCybernetics: a framework for human-machine collaborationThe personal responsibility we carry as technology usersHow decentralization can empower individuals in a digital worldRethinking hierarchy and the Dunbar number with AI augmentationConnect with Amir Husain on LinkedInAmir Husain’s WebsiteThe Cybernetic Society – BookAvathon (formerly SparkCognition)SkyGridConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Leadership development expert Harriet Whiting and engineering strategist Fred Flores, co-authors of ‘Unseen to Unstoppable’, join Jeff Eyet to unpack their decade-long journey writing a business book, transformed by the integration of AI as a creative collaborator. The episode dives deep into co-authoring dynamics, synthesizing massive manuscripts, and harnessing AI to amplify the human experience of storytelling and strategy.In this episode, we explore:The role of AI in validating, editing, and structuring their manuscriptOvercoming skepticism: Human authorship versus AI augmentationReal-world case studies refreshed and refined using AI guidanceEssential prompting skills for leveraging AI as a creative companionEmpowering aspiring authors – even without a massive first draftUnseen to Unstoppable – BookConnect with Harriet Whiting on LinkedInID360Connect with Frederick Flores on LinkedIn Strategic Catalyst SolutionsConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

On this episode of the BIG Strategy Podcast, Jeff Eyet speaks with Sarah Clarke Stuart, communication professor and AI advisor, about the importance of human-centred learning in an AI-driven world. They discuss how technology is reshaping education, creativity, and leadership, and why in-person connection and critical thinking are irreplaceable. Sarah shares her approach to integrating AI in the classroom without sacrificing conversation, reflection, and human judgment. In this episode, we explore:Why students need in-person educators more than everHow AI is reshaping writing, assessment, and critical thinking in classroomsThe tension between tactical and strategic adoption of AI toolsAuthenticity and “voice” when using AI in creative writing and editingRethinking educational assessment in the age of generative AIAI Goes To College – PodcastSarah Clarke Stuart’s WebsiteSarah Clarke Stuart's SubstackConnect with Sarah Clarke Stuart on LinkedIn Email Sarah Clarke Stuart: sarahclarkestuart@gmail.comConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com

Kashyap Deorah is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and author with over 25 years of experience building startups in both India and the US. In this conversation, Kashyap unpacks the evolution of India’s tech ecosystem, the two-way flow of capital and talent, and how emotional consciousness shapes more effective business leadership and investment decisions.In this episode, we explore:How India’s “copycat” tech market evolved into true innovationIndian entrepreneurs creating global category leaders from homeWhat US investors miss about India’s middleman-driven marketsKashyap’s frameworks for conscious leadership and decision-makingActionable advice for entrepreneurs seeking cross-border successConnect with Kashyap Deorah on LinkedInThe Golden Tap – BookConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

AI strategist Peter Swain and manufacturing leader Fred Flores join Jeff Eyet to unpack how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing traditional industries. With decades of experience in disruptive technology and operations at companies like Albertsons and Mary Kay, Peter and Fred share real stories, pitfalls, and strategies for executives looking to use AI for safety, productivity, and growth in manufacturing and beyond.In this episode, we explore:Real-world manufacturing safety improvements with AI-driven vision systemsWhy “aha” moments with AI disrupt traditional industry mindsetsCommon myths about AI as a mere tool versus an evolving intelligenceProven processes for building executive trust and frontline buy-inHow AI slashes defects, downtime, and customer returns in factoriesThe critical importance of pilot projects and learning by doingWhat CEOs must know before scaling AI for core business strategyConnect with Frederick Flores on LinkedIn Strategic Catalyst SolutionsConnect with Peter Swain on LinkedInBooks by Peter SwainConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Martina Lauchengco is an accomplished product marketing strategist, author of Loved: How to Rethink Marketing for Tech Products, and partner at Costanoa Ventures. Her diverse background spans Microsoft, Netscape, Loudcloud, and teaching at UC Berkeley. In this candid conversation, Martina unpacks the evolution of software, the impact of AI, and how market-product fit and trust will define winners in tech’s next era.In this episode, we explore:How product marketing has shifted with the rise of AIThe critical role of market-product fitWhy authentic brand values win in an age of unlimited choiceBuilding trust and credibility amidst digital content overloadAdvice for job seekers on standing out in a rapidly changing landscapeConnect with Martina Lauchengco on LinkedInMartina Lauchengco’s WebsiteLoved – BookConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Michael Lenox is an award-winning professor, author, speaker, and consultant. For over twenty-five years, he has been helping MBA students and executives navigate the competitive dynamics of markets in the face of innovation and disruption. Mike joins the show to discuss how organizations are navigating today’s wave of digital transformation. Drawing on insights from his latest book, find out how AI, data, and evolving business models are reshaping industries and what executives need to know to drive real value.In this episode, we explore:Disruption: slow build, fast impactData as a competitive edgeKodak, Fuji, and lessons from changeFraming digital choices for long-term valueConnect with Mike Lenox on LinkedInMike Lenox’s WebsiteBooks by Mike LenoxGood Disruption PodcastConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

We’re excited to have Shelli Brunswick return to the show again, this time to unpack how the vast possibilities of space impact our everyday lives, from technology and communications to the way we approach innovation and leadership. Shelli is a globally recognized leader bridging the space community with the broader public, fostering collaboration and innovationIn this episode, we explore:Why your degree isn't enough – the importance of stepping out and networkingResilience and recovery: what executives and students must embraceHow legislation and policy sparked private sector innovation in spaceReal-world applications of space tech, from healthcare to global connectivityBuilding your own moonshot: inspiration for the next generation of leadersThe Big Strategy Podcast E022 with Shelli BrunswickConnect with Shelli Brunswick on LinkedInShelli Brunswick - Forbes Technology CouncilGlobal Trends MagazineShelli Brunswick’s BooksConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com 

Welcome to our fifth season, as we kick off with best-selling author and AI keynote speaker, Alison McCauley, author of ‘How to Think with AI’. Alison unpacks what it really takes to integrate AI into our organizations, not as hype or threat, but as a tool to elevate human potential. This episode cuts through the noise to explore how leaders can move beyond gimmicks to true transformation, and why creativity, ethics, and storytelling matter more now than ever.In this episode, we explore:Why the AI shift is a mindset revolutionHidden adoption barriers no one talks aboutHow to energize your team for real AI innovationPractical tools to align AI with strategyWhy play, creativity, and ethics fuel successConnect with Alison McCauley on LinkedInHow to Think with AI – BookAlison’s WebsiteConnect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com

In this season finale of The BIG Strategy Podcast, I reflect on the most important lessons from Season 4, drawing from conversations with founders, researchers, and executives across industries spanning veterinary clinics to corporate innovation labs. From Cal Lai’s analysis of 2.5 million vet visit transcripts to Sophie’s insights on amplifying human creativity, this episode distills what the smartest teams are doing right with AI.Here is the breakdown of the three biggest insights from Season 4:Data Isn’t Oil. It’s a Liability If You Don’t Know What You HaveAI Should Elevate Your People, Not Eliminate ThemThink in Platforms, Not Point SolutionsThis recap is packed with insights that challenge orthodoxy and spark strategic rethinking.Connect with Jeff Eyet on LinkedIn Follow The Berkeley Innovation Group Download The BIG Strategy Playbook for FREESubscribe to The Berkeley Innovation Group Youtube Channel Find out more about The Berkeley Innovation Group: www.biginnovates.com