Intersections Podcast

Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa
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A podcast for leaders and changemakers, Intersections reveals what it takes to make an outsized contribution to humanity—cutting across disciplines, uncovering principles and practices, and drawing from the lived truths of those who have been walking that path. Hosted by Mentora founder and Columbia Business School professor Hitendra Wadhwa, Intersections seeks to activate our best selves by dissolving boundaries—between profit and purpose, theory and practice, east and west, science and spirituality, inner and outer, and more.

  1. How Saints View the World | Simran Jeet Singh

    MAR 20

    How Saints View the World | Simran Jeet Singh

    Why have we become so good at identifying what’s wrong in society, but struggle to imagine a solution for them? How do visionary leaders, reformers and saints think, view and act in the world? What place can we take refuge in when we want clarity to our most burning questions? And what is the true meaning of service, and how can we make our spirituality more practical Find out from Simran Jeet Singh—and from the great saints of Sikhism—exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. An award-winning educator, acclaimed author, sought-after speaker and renowned faith leader, Simran Jeet Singh is a professor of history at the historic Union Theological Seminary, Executive Director of the Inclusive America Project at the Aspen Institute, Senior Fellow for the Sikh Coalition and host of the Wisdom & Practice podcast. Simran’s thought leadership on bias, empathy, and justice extends across corporate, university, and government settings, and has been invited to speak at prestigious institutions including Stanford University, Fortune 500 companies, The White House and Pentagon. Simran writes regularly for The Washington Post, CNN, TIME Magazine, Harvard Business Review, and Religion News Service, and is the author of the national bestseller, The Light We Give: How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life and the award-winning children’s book, Fauja Singh Keeps Going: The True Story of the Oldest Person to Ever Run a Marathon.

    1h 15m
  2. The Secret to World Peace | William Ury

    MAR 6

    The Secret to World Peace | William Ury

    Who is the most difficult person we’ll ever have to negotiate with? Why is it so hard to change people’s minds, and what’s the most graceful way to do it? Is there a root cause to all conflict? Could a simple path hold the key to turning any conflict into peace—at home, at work, and even between nations? And what, ultimately, is the secret to world peace? Find out from William Ury, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. William Ury is a social anthropologist, award-winning author, and one of the world’s leading thinkers on negotiation, with nearly fifty years of experience in helping address some of the world’s toughest conflicts, “from the halls of Harvard to the depths of Kentucky coal mines, from the White House Crisis Center to the deserts of Botswana, from corporate boardrooms to war zones in the Middle East, Korea, and Ukraine.” With former U.S. president Jimmy Carter, William co-founded the International Negotiation Network, a nongovernmental body seeking to end civil wars around the world. At Harvard Law School, he helped found the Program on Negotiation and the Harvard Negotiation Project research center. He is also the founder of the Abraham Path Initiative, a non-profit that brings Middle Eastern communities together through a long-distance trail tracing the ancient journey of Abraham and his family. His books include the fifteen-million-copy bestseller Getting to Yes, Getting Past No, The Third Side, and his most recent work, Possible: How We Survive (and Thrive) in an Age of Conflict.

    1h 42m
  3. Profit, Purpose and the Divine I Jay Coen Gilbert (B Corp)

    11/20/2025

    Profit, Purpose and the Divine I Jay Coen Gilbert (B Corp)

    What is the most powerful way a business can show up for society? What legacy can today’s institutions build if every action and interaction was grounded in spiritual attunement and sacred duty? How can today’s leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers build enduring positive movements and become a lighthouse for others? And what four-letter word can orient us, our businesses, and our economy toward a future that makes our people and our planet thrive? Find out from Jay Coen Gilbert, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. Jay Coen Gilbert is the Co-founder of B Lab, the acclaimed nonprofit that created the global B Corp certification. Today, this movement includes over 9,500 certified organizations in more than 100 countries, all committed to balancing profit with purpose. He is also the Executive Chair of Imperative 21, a business-led network shifting the narrative toward a just, regenerative economy; and is now actively engaged in racial justice, co-founding White Men for Racial Justice and leading peer learning groups on anti-racism. Along with his B Lab co-founders, Jay has received the Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship and the McNulty Prize at the Aspen Institute, where he is a Henry Crown Fellow. Prior to co-founding B Lab, Jay co-founded and sold AND1, a $250M basketball footwear, apparel, and entertainment company. He has also worked for McKinsey & Co, as well as organizations in the public and nonprofit sectors. In this episode, Jay reveals: - The most powerful way a business can show up for society - What can happen if our every action and interaction was grounded in spiritual attunement - A four-letter word today’s businesses must build their future on

    1h 32m
  4. The Right to Be Responsible I Vincent Stanley (Patagonia)

    10/25/2025

    The Right to Be Responsible I Vincent Stanley (Patagonia)

    What changes when people are able to bring their deepest values to work? What are the critical responsibilities businesses must uphold for society in today’s times? How can organizations gain the cultural confidence to do what’s right, even when the odds are against them? And what does it take for ordinary individuals to build a business that puts purpose before profit and become a role model for the entire business community? Find out from Vincent Stanley, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. Vincent Stanley has been with Patagonia on and off since its beginning in 1973, and has served in key executive roles as head of sales or marketing. At present, he serves as Director of Patagonia Philosophy, teaching company history and values to employees. More informally, he is Patagonia’s long-time chief storyteller. Vincent helped develop The Footprint Chronicles, the company’s interactive website that outlines the social and environmental impact of its products, The Common Threads Partnership, an initiative launched by Patagonia in collaboration with eBay, aiming to reduce environmental impact by promoting sustainable consumption habits; and Patagonia Books, the publishing branch of Patagonia, that produces high‑quality books aligned with the brand’s mission of environmental stewardship, adventure, and activism. He has co-authored two books with Yvon Chouinard, the founder of Patagonia: The Responsible Company (2012) and The Future of the Responsible Company (2023). Vincent is also a visiting fellow at the Yale School of Management, and also a poet whose work has appeared in Best American Poetry, a prominent annual anthology that showcases a curated selection of contemporary American poems. In this episode, Vincent reveals: - What changes when people are able to bring their deepest values to work - The minimum responsibility businesses must uphold in today’s times - What shifts when we see responsibility as a right, not a burden

    1h 29m
  5. Activating Group Genius I Nicole Schwab

    09/19/2025

    Activating Group Genius I Nicole Schwab

    Why are we out of balance, not just within our own selves, but collectively as society? What fundamental qualities do we need to cultivate that can lead to breakthrough solutions to humanity’s core problems today? What lessons can we draw from nature’s cycles to inform and advance our own work and life pursuits? What new avenues can we explore to shift us and others to a higher state of consciousness? What is the ROI of inner work? Does extraordinary change only begin through the force of a singular heroic individual or is that a myth? And what does it take to activate group genius? Find out from Nicole Schwab, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. Nicole Schwab is a policy leader, systems change expert and author, with more than 20 years experience in building communities and facilitating processes for collective action. She is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Ostara Collective, an environmental services organization, on a mission to restore relationships to ourselves, each other, and the Earth, building engaged communities of changemakers to reimagine and catalyse the emergence of an economy in service of life. In the past, Nicole has co-headed the Nature Pillar and chaired the Forum of Young Global Leaders at the World Economic Forum; advised forest and ocean conservation non-profits including National Geographic Society’s Campaign for Nature; and co-founded the EDGE Certified Foundation, a business certification standard for gender equality in the workplace. Nicole has also authored the book, The Heart of the Labyrinth, a spiritual parable offering earth centered wisdom. In this episode, Nicole reveals: - Why we are out of balance, not just within ourselves but as society - The ROI of inner work and fundamental qualities we need to cultivate to achieve breakthrough solutions at the personal and collective level

    1h 22m
  6. Entering Flow State I Robbie Anderson

    09/07/2025

    Entering Flow State I Robbie Anderson

    Who are we when we are at our best? Is there a method to enter flow state at will? What wisdom can we draw from the high-stakes world of Formula 1 racing and apply to our own lives and work? What model can help us examine the inner workings of our mind—and begin to master it? And what is the most overlooked, yet essential, ingredient in elite performance Find out from Robbie Anderson, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. Robbie Anderson is a highly experienced performance psychologist and renowned ‘attention expert,’ specialising in high performing people, teams, and cultures, and serving individuals in professional, international and Olympic sport; businesses and hedge funds in the UK and US; and the emergency services and armed forces. An expert in applied neuroscience and high-stakes environments, Robbie personally collaborated with Chimp Model creator Professor Steve Peters for over a decade, co-founding and running a successful consultancy together, Chimp Management. Robbie is now Director at Performing Minds, supporting elite performers in sport and business, and is the Head of Psychology at Hintsa Performance, consulting to drivers and teams in Formula 1. In this episode, Robbie reveals: - A powerful model to gain deeper access to the mind and activate elite performance - A four-step method used by Formula 1 champions to enter flow state at will - The most overlooked aspect of elite performance

    1h 13m
  7. How to Forgive Others I Fred Luskin

    08/21/2025

    How to Forgive Others I Fred Luskin

    How can we learn to forgive those who have deeply hurt us? What does forgiveness truly mean—and what does it not? How can we become free from the bitterness we carry, and what unfolds when we hold on to our grievances for too long? Can we find peace even when there’s no apology, no justice, no closure? And where does true healing come from? Find out from Dr. Fred Luskin, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. A pioneer in forgiveness research, Fred Luskin is a Stanford Professor, and Director and Co-founder of the Stanford University Forgiveness Projects, the largest interpersonal forgiveness training research project ever conducted. Fred has also been a practicing psychologist and therapist for over 30 years, helping others live happier and more fulfilled lives through the practice of forgiveness, gratitude, and meditation. An acclaimed speaker, Fred speaks to a variety of audiences including investors, corporate leaders, medical and mental health professionals, and has conducted stress management and emotional intelligence programs at leading organizations including Boston Consulting Group, Google, Microsoft, Yahoo, Apple and Facebook. He is also the co-founder and curriculum creator for the executive consulting firm, Maximize Your Talent. Fred has authored several best-selling books, including Forgive for Good: A Proven Prescription for Health and Happiness, Forgive for Love: The Missing Ingredient for a Healthy and Lasting Relationship, and Stress Free for Good: Ten Scientifically Proven Life Skills for Health and Happiness. In this episode, Fred reveals: - What we often get wrong about forgiveness—and what it truly asks of us - What happens when we hold on to our grievances - How to find peace when apology, justice, or closure don’t arrive

    49 min
  8. The Most Important Sound in Our Lives I Julian Treasure

    08/07/2025

    The Most Important Sound in Our Lives I Julian Treasure

    What role does sound play in human transformation? How can we tune into the full range and capacities of our sound-listening to heal and grow as individuals and bring harmony in our societies? What kind of a world would we live in today if we were taught how to listen, especially with those we disagree with? What does true listening really require of us? And what is the most important and often overlooked sound in our lives? Find out from Julian Treasure, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast. Julian is a sound and communication expert and is on a mission to help people and organizations to listen better and create healthier and more effective sound. He has founded The Sound Agency, an audio branding company, and created and helped launch Moodsonic®, a range of biophilic soundscapes to enhance wellbeing and productivity in workspaces. An acclaimed keynote speaker, Julian’s five TED talks have been watched more than 150 million times, and he is featured regularly in leading media including BBC TV and NBC's Today Show. Julian has authored several books, including Sound Business, How to be Heard and his most recent, Sound Affects: How Sound Shapes Our Lives, Our Wellbeing and Our Planet. In this episode, Julian reveals: - The role of sound in human transformation - What true listening really requires of us - The most important sound in our lives

    1h 15m
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A podcast for leaders and changemakers, Intersections reveals what it takes to make an outsized contribution to humanity—cutting across disciplines, uncovering principles and practices, and drawing from the lived truths of those who have been walking that path. Hosted by Mentora founder and Columbia Business School professor Hitendra Wadhwa, Intersections seeks to activate our best selves by dissolving boundaries—between profit and purpose, theory and practice, east and west, science and spirituality, inner and outer, and more.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hitendra Wadhwa 2025
  • Show Website
    Intersections Podcast

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