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FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnis

472 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 214 ratings

Patrick J. McGinnis, creator of the term FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), talks to leaders in business, entrepreneurship, politics, and culture. How do they choose from among the many opportunities in their busy lives and find the courage to miss out on the the rest? Patrick is the author of "The 10% Entrepreneur."

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S11 E14 Navigating Earth's Urgent Wake-Up Call with Bill Weir

April 18, 2024 07:00 - 47 minutes

How can we work together to address the climate crisis? Join host Patrick J. McGinnis as we unpack pressing environmental issues with CNN's Chief Climate Correspondent, Bill Weir. In this episode we confront the reality of climate change head-on, exploring the profound impact of human activity on our environment. Weir shares insightful stories from his experiences navigating the frontlines of climate reporting, offering a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities we face in combat...

Pat GPT Explains: How to get into an MBA Program

April 17, 2024 16:40 - 13 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E13 FOMO Sapiens Live: Rappi’s Caroline Merin on Making the Leap to Founder

April 11, 2024 16:31 - 52 minutes

What’s it like to be an entrepreneur in Latin America? Join us on FOMO Sapiens to dive into the world of Latin American startups with Caroline Merin, the former COO of Rappi. After taking roles at Uber, Caroline joined Rappi and saw it through a period of intense growth.  Now, she’s launching her own health tech startup. In this conversation, Caroline and host Patrick J. McGinnis talk about what it’s like to build a company from scratch in Latin America and why Caroline decided to go all-in o...

S11 E13 FOMO Sapiens Live: Rappi’s Caroline Merin on Going on Making the Leap to Foundder

April 11, 2024 04:10 - 52 minutes

What’s it like to be an entrepreneur in Latin America? Join us on FOMO Sapiens to dive into the world of Latin American startups with Caroline Merin, the former COO of Rappi. After taking roles at Uber, Caroline joined Rappi and saw it through a period of intense growth.  Now, she’s launching her own health tech startup. In this conversation, Caroline and host Patrick J. McGinnis talk about what it’s like to build a company from scratch in Latin America and why Caroline decided to go all-in o...

To Web or Not to Web: PatGPT Explores the Need for a Website

April 09, 2024 07:00 - 15 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E12 Decoding the Neuroscience of Effective Marketing with Pranav Yadav

April 04, 2024 15:40 - 40 minutes

Want to know the secrets of how to gain unforgettable branding? Join us on FOMO Sapiens to submerge into the world of advertising with Pranav Yadav, CEO of Neuro Insight. In this conversation, Pranav and host Patrick J. McGinnis explore the intersection of science and storytelling, revealing how authenticity and clarity can elevate your brand identity. Discover the power of memory encoding in marketing and gain valuable insights into crafting narratives that leave a lasting impression on cons...

Pat GPT Unpacks: The Critical Dos and Don'ts of Social Media Marketing

April 02, 2024 07:20 - 13 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E11 Raina Kumra on Launching a Health Startup Out of Her Kitchen

March 28, 2024 12:50 - 34 minutes

Have you ever wondered if you could start a company out of your kitchen?? Join us on this week's episode of FOMO Sapiens as we sit down with Raina Kumra, founder of Spicewell, an entrepreneur with a unique blend of traditional wisdom and cutting-edge innovation. Raina shares her journey from traditional career paths to pioneering a functional food company aimed at revolutionizing the American food system. Dive deep into entrepreneurship as Raina discusses her strategies for navigating the com...

PatGPT Explains: The Ultimate Guide to Scaling Your Part-Time Business Successfully

March 26, 2024 07:30 - 13 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E10 Mastering Time Management with Nick Sonnenberg

March 21, 2024 13:30 - 42 minutes

Want to unlock the secrets of time management without drowning in productivity overload? Join entrepreneur and WSJ Bestselling Author Nick Sonnenberg on FOMO Sapiens as he shares his journey from Wall Street trader to efficiency guru with host Patrick J. McGinnis. In this actionable episode, Nick explores the time management industry, his unique approach, and the mindset needed for success. Tune into FOMO Sapiens to discover practical strategies, pitfalls to avoid, and how to strike the right...

PatGPT's Career Navigator: 3 Key Ways to Determine Your Next Move

March 19, 2024 07:30 - 13 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E9 NYTimes Bestseller Bruce Feiler on Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World

March 14, 2024 07:50 - 46 minutes

Ready to reframe your approach to success and how to achieve it? Join us on FOMO Sapiens as we delve into the world of entrepreneurship with bestselling author and transition expert, Bruce Feiler. In this episode, host Patrick McGinnis and Bruce explore the evolving career path landscape and challenge traditional notions of achievement and fulfillment. From navigating career transitions to fostering resilience in the face of adversity, Bruce shares practical strategies and inspiring anecdotes...

PatGPT - How to Think about AI with Invisible's Ben Plummer

March 12, 2024 19:57 - 28 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E8 Founding Brothers: Building the Cult Hat Startup, Varsity Headwear

March 07, 2024 15:57 - 44 minutes

Are you ready to learn what it takes to have entrepreneurial resilience? In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, we venture into the frosty landscapes of Norway with Seb and Alexander Adams, the dynamic duo behind Varsity Headwear. Join host Patrick McGinnis as we unravel the tale of how heritage, practicality, and a steadfast commitment to quality propelled Varsity Headwear from a local venture to an international success story. Tune in to discover the enduring power of specialization, the importan...

Startup Growth Secrets with PatGPT: Unlocking Essential Marketing Strategies

March 05, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E7 NYTimes Bestseller Charles Duhigg Talks SuperCommunicators

February 29, 2024 16:50 - 50 minutes

How can you shift the way you communicate to generate better outcomes in your professional and personal lives? Join host Patrick McGinnis on FOMO Sapiens as he dives into the art of connection with Charles Duhigg, author of 'Super Communicators.' In this episode, Charles provides insights into mastering the matching principle and discerning the nuances of human interaction, offering a robust stain remover for communication mishaps. From anecdotes of communication calamities to impactful book ...

PatGPT Explains: How to Use ChatGPT to Improve your Communications

February 28, 2024 14:52 - 12 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E6 Social Media's Most Followed Plastic Surgeon, Anthony Youn, on Aging Better

February 22, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes

Ever wondered about the secrets behind graceful aging and navigating the maze of social media's influence on beauty standards? Join us on this week's episode of FOMO Sapiens as we delve into formative decisions with renowned plastic surgeon, Anthony Youn. From anti-aging secrets to the psychology of physical transformation, Dr. Youn shares insights into his journey, leveraging social media for positivity, and his latest book, 'Younger For Life.' Tune in for a captivating discussion on holisti...

Insights with PatGPT: 3 Fundamental Lessons You Can Learn from a 3 Year Old

February 20, 2024 15:10 - 12 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E5 TikTok Career Expert Anna Papalia On How to Interview Bette

February 15, 2024 09:00 - 39 minutes

Ever wondered how to ace your next job interview or make better hiring decisions? Join Patrick as he sits down with Anna Papalia, author of "Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing," on this episode of FOMO Sapiens. Delve into Anna's insights as she shares how her experience as a Director of Talent Acquisition inspired her to create Interviewology, a formalized language for discussing interviews. Explore common challenges untrained interviewers face and learn how Interviewology addres...

PatGPT Explains: How to Find a Business Partner

February 13, 2024 08:30 - 15 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E4 The Founders of SlooMoo Institute on Building a Slime Empire

February 08, 2024 18:11 - 41 minutes

Ever wondered how an experiential brand turns FOMO into a fast growing consumer company? Join Patrick McGinnis in a conversation with SlooMoo Institute co-founders, Karen Robinovitz and Sara Schiller, as they share their journey of creating a modern narrative through physical spaces and hands-on experiences. From sensory journeys to interactive slime-based adventures, dive into how SlooMoo fosters nostalgia and community. Explore their entrepreneurial journey, from personal inspiration to nav...

PatGPT Explains: 5 Powerful Funding Strategies to Kickstart Your Business Venture

February 06, 2024 13:53 - 16 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 E3 Talking DogeCoin FOMO with Team Behind This is Not Financial Advice - Part II

February 01, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of those flashy financial successes and crushing losses you see on social media? Join us on this episode of FOMO Sapiens as our guests, Chris Temple and Glauber Contessoto, dive deep into the untold truths about personal relationships with money and the art of making sound financial decisions. They uncover the real stories behind the seemingly glamorous successes and provide valuable insights for navigating high-stakes financial scenarios. T...

PatGPT: Four Steps to Entrepreneurship

January 30, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 Ep2 Talking DogeCoin FOMO with Team Behind This is Not Financial Advice - Part I

January 25, 2024 08:50 - 33 minutes

Did you feel FOMO during the dogecoin bubble? In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, we explore Glauber Contessoto's journey of investing his entire fortune in Dogecoin, a ride that saw his $180,000 climb to $3 million and back down. Meanwhile, documentary filmmaker, Chris Temple, shares his own intriguing perspectives on the psychological impacts of financial decision-making amidst rapid price fluctuations. Join us as we dive into the world of cryptocurrency, discussing the highs and lows. Gain in...

PatGPT: Enlightened FOMO

January 23, 2024 15:50 - 12 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11 Ep1 In Conversation with the Master of Decision-Making Barry Schwartz

January 18, 2024 14:40 - 44 minutes

Host Patrick McGinnis welcomes Barry Schwartz, the author of "The Paradox of Choice." They explore the impact of choice overload and its impact on FOMO in the digital age. The conversation delves into the balance between options and happiness, discussing studies like the jam experiment and the complexities of choices in the iPhone world. Join them for insights on how too many choices can lead to decision fatigue and the liberating idea that "good enough is good enough." Say goodbye to FOMO-in...

PatGPT: The Theme of Season Eleven is….

January 16, 2024 15:10 - 14 minutes

On PatGPT, Patrick J. McGinnis the host of FOMO Sapiens generates responses to key questions in entrepreneurship, business, productivity, and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best Of: News Not Noise with Jessica Yellin

January 11, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes

Jessica Yellin, Emmy, Gracie, and Peabody award-winning journalist, discusses how the competition for viewership in the internet age of instant information forced her to re-evaluate her approach. If she wanted her work to align with her intention, to explain the news and not just report the noise, Jessica had to pivot and find a new way.Launching her business, News Not Noise, on Instagram, Jessica has gained over half a million followers who rely on her to deliver trusted insight, relying on ...

FOMOnday: Outsourcing Decision Making

January 08, 2024 14:40 - 17 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best Of: The Neurobiology of Peak Performance with Steven Kotler

January 04, 2024 13:30 - 37 minutes

Steven Kotler, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Executive Director for the Flow Research Collective unpacks the formula to achieve peak performance and the science to sustain it. Steven shares how he became an expert in human performance and how he can replicate peak performance through Flow, an optimal state of consciousness where humans feel and perform their best. To conclude the show, Steven provides practical tips to get more Flow into your life and an onl...

Best of FOMOnday: How to Figure Out Your Life Principles

January 02, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best of FOMO Sapiens - Vision Science: If You See Success Are You More Likely to Attain It?

December 28, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes

Have you ever felt frustrated when trying to achieve a specific goal? Maybe you need to see success to achieve it. Dr. Emily Balcetis, Professor of Social Psychology at NYU, whose TED Talk has surpassed 4 million views, explains the biology-brain connection between what you see and what you can actually get done, also known as Vision Science. In her recent book, “Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World,” Emily provides insights into how highly successful people tend to se...

Best of FOMOnday: How to Get More Sleep

December 25, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep24 Unveiling the Secrets of Mental Health Advocacy with Andrew Frawley

December 21, 2023 21:12 - 39 minutes

This week's FOMO Sapiens guest is Andrew Frawley, the force behind the Good Life Movement. Discover the challenges of sparking societal change and the pivotal role of grassroots efforts in shaping enduring movements. Andrew's personal journey, from overcoming mental health challenges to founding the Good Life Movement. Join the conversation as Andrew unveils the hurdles he faced while championing mental health in the political arena, and envisions a society valuing holistic well-being. Tune i...

FOMOnday: Season 10 Takeaways

December 18, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep23 Nita Farahany on Safeguarding Your Brain in the Age of Neurotechnology

December 14, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes

Embark on a journey into neurotechnology with host Patrick McGinnis in this episode of FOMO Sapiens. Patrick and legal scholar Nita Farahany explore the ethical dilemmas of modern neurotech, from brain sensors to AI, reshaping behavior and cognition. Nita shares tips for safeguarding mental well-being and calls for updated human rights frameworks to navigate the era of neurotechnology. Join us for insights in an episode you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

FOMOnday: How Addictive is Social Media and What to do About it

December 11, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep22. Nushama, the Ketamine Wellness Startup

December 07, 2023 13:10 - 35 minutes

Embark on a journey with host Patrick McGinnis and guests Jay Godfrey and Richard Meloff on this episode of FOMO Sapiens, where they explore the world of plant medicine and Ketamine therapy's wonders. Learn about the potential benefits and the need for wider acceptance and media coverage, like the recent developments of the FDA's rescheduling of MDMA for PTSD treatment that hint at a shift in mindset and destigmatization. Despite its controversial reputation, Ketamine's effectiveness in medic...

FOMOnday: PatGPT - Neutralizing FOBO in Purchase Decisions

December 04, 2023 15:40 - 16 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep21 Tristan & Jordan Mace: How Innovation Can Fix the Organ Transplant System

November 30, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes

We welcome two extraordinary guests to FOMO Sapiens, Tristan and Jordan Mace, a dynamic duo with an inspiring story of love, resilience, and their mission to revolutionize organ transplantation. In this emotionally charged episode, we'll journey with Tristan and Jordan as they faced the life-altering challenge of heart failure and the critical need for a transplant. Their heart-wrenching rollercoaster ride takes us from diagnosis to the life-changing decisions they made in the face of a ticki...

FOMOnday: What the F@#$ is Happening at OpenAI

November 27, 2023 15:10 - 18 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep20 Tristan & Jordan Mace: The Story of an Emergency Heart Transplant

November 23, 2023 13:50 - 42 minutes

Get ready for a captivating episode on FOMO Sapiens as we welcome two extraordinary guests, Tristan and Jordan Mace, a dynamic duo with an inspiring story of love, resilience, and their mission to revolutionize organ transplantation. In this emotionally charged episode, we'll journey with Tristan and Jordan as they face the life-altering challenge of heart failure and the critical need for a transplant. Their heart-wrenching rollercoaster ride takes us from diagnosis to the life-changing deci...

FOMOnday: I'm Starting a Company

November 20, 2023 17:50 - 18 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep19. Reboot's Jerry Colonna on Cultivating Empathy

November 16, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes

Join host Patrick McGinnis as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jerry Colonna, founder of Reboot.IO. They delve into the topics of fear, division, and the potential for personal growth through reunion. In this episode, they explore the power of language, its connections to fear manipulation, and the challenges of inclusivity. The conversation also touches on the unexpected aspects of division, challenging preconceived notions about its negativity and neutrality. They discuss...

FOMOnday: FOMO Therapy

November 13, 2023 16:50 - 19 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep18. Melinda Arons on How Media Can Change Minds

November 10, 2023 20:32 - 34 minutes

Are you ready to dive into the world of riveting storytelling and how it can shift the tides of public opinion? Get ready for a highly actionable episode of FOMO Sapiens, where we explore the critical intersection of media, social change, and, of course, compelling narratives. In this edition, our host Patrick McGinnis sits down with Melinda Arons, founder of Arons Advisors, a consulting firm that knows how to wield the power of storytelling for positive societal impact.  In this episode, Pat...

FOMOnday: The Tao of Billy Bob Thornton

November 06, 2023 18:20 - 18 minutes

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 Ep17. Michael Gervais on FOPO - Fear of Other People's Opinions

November 02, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes

Why do we worry so much about what other people think? Is it because we secretly want to be rock stars and fear the judgment of our guitar skills? Or perhaps we just can't resist the lure of our friend Karen's latest Instagram post, showcasing her perfectly plated avocado toast? Well, fear not, curious listeners! In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, host Patrick McGinnis dives deep into the mysterious world of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and FOPO (Fear of Other People's Opinions) with none other t...

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Dorie Clark
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