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Wicked Smart w/ Lucas Bean

Wicked Smart w/ Lucas Bean

By: Lucas Bean
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I dive deep into history, science, philosophy, human nature, technology and business.
I talk to thinkers, doers, leaders, visionaries and teachers while bring lessons from the worlds most amazing entrepreneurs, visionaries, business thinkers, philosophers, psychologists and cultural leaders on the planet
We focus on the people that are both leading the pack in cutting edge technology while also highlighting our history, people, culture and trending topics who are leading us into this new era of life with AI.

We find the simple message in complex theories and distill it down for you so even a 5th grader can understand it.

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  • #106 - Jonathan Butterworth - Founder, Fortune 200 Fintech Operator, Truck Customizer

    #106 - Jonathan Butterworth - Founder, Fortune 200 Fintech Operator, Truck Customizer
    Oct 7 2025

    Today I sit down with Jonathan Butterworth.

    Jonathan is a former fortune 200 executive turned entrepreneur. In this episode we unpack what it really means to redefine success, face fear, and build a life on your own terms. From selling his first business in college to rediscovering his purpose after corporate life, Jonathan shares raw lessons on leadership, courage, life, meaning, purpose and the psychology of fulfillment.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Breaking free from fear and societal conditioning

    • Lessons from climbing the corporate ladder

    • Managing people vs. truly leading them

    • Turning layoffs into life-changing opportunities

    • How confidence and curiosity drive success

    • The underrated power of relationships and mentors

    I Love this episode and I'm happy to call Jonathan a friend.

    Enjoy everyone.

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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • #105 - Josh Long Cybersecurity evangelist: public speaker, writer, & researcher, Apple iOS Master

    #105 - Josh Long Cybersecurity evangelist: public speaker, writer, & researcher, Apple iOS Master
    Sep 23 2025
    He is a renowned security researcher and writer, and an award-winning public speaker. Josh has a master's degree in IT concentrating in Internet Security. He has also taken doctorate-level coursework in Information Security. Josh has conducted cybersecurity research for well over 25 years. Apple has publicly acknowledged Josh for discovering an Apple ID authentication vulnerability. Josh’s research is often featured in Forbes and other major news outlets worldwide. Josh is a great guy, we had a great conversation.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • #104 - Tarik DiDomenico Ex-Sony, MUFG, EY, AI for Enterprise, Media, Entertainment, Fintech

    #104 - Tarik DiDomenico Ex-Sony, MUFG, EY, AI for Enterprise, Media, Entertainment, Fintech
    Sep 18 2025

    Today we chat with Tarik DiDomenico a friend an AI Specialist at RedHat. He's Ex-Sony, MUFG, EY works in AI for Enterprise, former Exec Media, Entertainment and Fintech Exec.

    He previously worked with me at Sony Pictures and he's just a very smart guy.

    We chat about: working at Sony Pictures Building Products Running companies Moving to Montana

    This is an amazing conversation with a wicked smart guy and all around good dude.

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    1 hr and 44 mins
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