Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with Global Media Personality, Author, and Speaker Dr. Rod Berger — a master storyteller and interviewer with over 4,000 interviews under his belt for outlets like Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Los Angeles Magazine. Dr. Berger’s upcoming book, The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling That Meets The Moment (Wiley, Nov 2025), dives deep into the power of meaningful narratives in today's media-...
Jul 20, 2025•41 min•Ep. 96
The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling that Meets the Moment Discover the potential of a compelling story―and how to craft one―with expert help from an experienced storyteller In The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling that Meets the Moment celebrated writer, interviewer, and speaker Dr. Rod Berger delivers an inspiring and practical discussion about the rebirth of stories in our society's collective consciousness. The author explains how great stories are woven into corporate strategy, e...
Jul 15, 2025•28 min•Ep. 95
It was a pleasure to be on Julia's podcast about storytelling in the age of AI. Check out her show description below and subscribe to her show ! AI can’t feel. And that’s exactly why your story matters. What do you get when a media strategist and and lifelong storyteller with a doctorate in clinical psychology meets an AI consultant? A very real conversation about the limits of AI — and the power of human narrative. 🎙️ I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Rod Berger PsyD , whose upcoming boo...
Jun 18, 2025•52 min•Ep. 94
Book Authoring Webinar mentioned in this episode: https://forms.gle/H4AaqdQkbgwWCdDR6 WATCH this episode on YouTube In this episode, Michael speaks with Dr. Rod Berger, an expert in storytelling and author of 'The Narrative Edge.' They discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, the writing process, and the challenges faced by first-time authors. Dr. Berger shares insights on finding inspiration, managing time for writing, and overcoming writer's block, emphasizing that everyone has a uniq...
Jun 15, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 93
For those who follow my work, I will be sharing podcast shows that feature interviews with me about my new book, The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling That Meets the Moment (Wiley). I highly recommend people check out Sean's wonderfully original and raw podcast, The Principal Liner Notes Podcast . You can also connect with Sean on LinkedIn . Here are the original show notes from my episode with Sean: In this inspiring episode, I’m joined by the dynamic Dr. Rod Berger—a storyteller, connecto...
Jun 15, 2025•57 min•Ep. 92
You probably know Peter Samuelson from these films: Revenge of the Nerds, Tom & Viv, The Return of the Pink Panther, and any of his 25 major films. However, did you know that he also founded five charities and genuinely cares about our at-risk youth, the homeless, and others in need? Here are his charities: Starlight Children’s Foundation, Starbright World (w /Steven Spielberg) , FirstStar , Everyone Deserves A Roof, ASPIRE , and now he has just written Finding Happy : A User's Guide to Your...
Jun 09, 2025•52 min•Ep. 91
Join Dr. Rod Berger as he sits down with Dr. Sameer Patel , a leading expert in holistic wellness and dental health, for an enlightening conversation about transforming our approach to personal health. From his unique journey through professional sports to dentistry and wellness leadership, Dr. Patel shares profound insights on proactive healthcare, the importance of understanding our bodies, and creating meaningful connections with our health practitioners. Discover how small, intentional lifes...
Apr 17, 2025•35 min•Ep. 90
Imagine a conversation where personal well-being meets environmental responsibility – that’s exactly what you can expect in the latest episode of HeadRoom, "NØØT Founder Dia Schwarz: The Mindful & The Bold - The Next Frontier in Health & Wellness" with our insightful host, Dr. Rod Berger, and special guest Dia Schwarz.
Apr 09, 2025•52 min•Ep. 89
Dr. Matthias Bernow is not just a seasoned medical professional and CEO of Cellcolabs ; he's also a visionary at the intersection of healthcare innovation and practical application. With roots deeply embedded in Stockholm and balancing roles as a businessman and a caring father, Dr. Bernow's mission is more than transactional: crafting a future where advanced medical treatments are accessible and impactful worldwide. In our discussion, Dr. Bernow illuminates the current landscape of stem cell re...
Feb 27, 2025•42 min•Ep. 88
Dr. Rod Berger dives into the world of influence to capture the story of an entrepreneur who is now a part of the influencer marketing legacy. The world has changed, giving creators and influencers a path to control their brands and those they support. Ryan Detert, in short, can be credited with a sector-shaking move primed to have longstanding implications. Publicis Group acquired Influential , the world’s top influencer marketing company, for a groundbreaking $500 million in an industry-alteri...
Oct 15, 2024•35 min•Ep. 85
Check out the latest episode of HeadRoom with Dr. Rod Berger on location in Oslo, Norway, for Oslo Innovation Week , presented by the Oslo Business Region . This episode dives into the world of innovation, solar technology, and entrepreneurism from Norway's national soccer stadium. Trygve Mongstad , founder and CEO of Over Easy Solar , shares his unlikely path to heading up the Solar Startup of the Year by SolarPower Europe....
Oct 09, 2024•23 min•Ep. 87
Join Dr. Rod Berger in Oslo for a special episode featuring two incredible innovators and leaders: Anna von Zeppelin Turvoll , CEO of Völur , and Leroy T. Nyangani , cofounder of NeedEnergy . Berger traveled to Norway in search of stories embedded in the sustainability movement. What better place than Oslo Innovation Week , presented by Oslo Business Region ? During a jam-packed innovation week, a central event occurred at the wonderfully inspiring StartUp Lab for the Climate Tech Summit 2030 ....
Oct 08, 2024•38 min•Ep. 86
Jonas Helmikstøl: The Easee Charging Story From The Inside Out looks at the now infamous story of one entrepreneur once recognized as the face of a company and nation. Norway's Jonas Helmikstøl is ready to share his personal journey and the moments that defined this once-billionaire from a celebrated savant to a corporate playboy vilified in the press. This special episode was recorded in Oslo, Norway, as part of Oslo Innovation Week , presented by the Oslo Business Region ....
Oct 02, 2024•43 min•Ep. 84
Gianna Driver , Chief People Officer at Lattice , met with Dr. Rod Berger during CultureCon 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin, to discuss the challenges and opportunities CPOs face in structuring companies of all shapes and sizes. For more information on Gianna's work and CultureCon , check out Berger's article here !...
Oct 02, 2024•32 min•Ep. 82
Jasmine Bellamy brings her courageous conversations and legacy as Sports Illustrated 100 Influential Black Women in Sports to the talent discussion, leaning into her executive post at Reebok and the reason behind her own launch. Love is the language spoken authentically by Bellamy, and courage is the game to be played through all levels of an organization. This cultural powerhouse sat down with Dr. Rod Berger at CultureCon 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin, to discuss her path to love and acceptance of...
Oct 02, 2024•28 min•Ep. 83
Dr. Rod Berger takes a deep dive into the 4th Industrial Revolution with the noted futurist who coined the term over a decade ago, Professor Henrik von Scheel. Berger and von Scheel were included in the recently published book out of Dubai, "Voices of the Future." Henrik is best known as the originator (Godfather) of the 4th Industrial Revolution and Digital themes of today. Henrik is a strategist, futurist, and speaker who has evolved the mainstream business thinking and practices today. His wo...
Sep 17, 2024•58 min•Ep. 81
In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Nils Pihl , CEO of Auki Labs , who shares his challenges of navigating a constant flow of information and good ideas from a sea of possibilities. He also shares his unique perspective on imagination as a sense organ and consciousness as the movement of information, inspired by Richard Dawkins' concept of memes. He envisions humanity collectively forming a global brain through real-time information sharing. We also explore the burgeoning fields of ...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 80
In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger takes a deep dive into the world of work and engaged, culturally rich ecosystems with two esteemed guests, Zach Blumenfeld and Nick Lombardino , Co-founders of CultureCon . You'll hear how Zach and Nick met and turned small gatherings into an annual conference that empowers business leaders to share knowledge and foster meaningful workplace culture. Our conversation explores the balance between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, the evolving dynamics of workplace...
Aug 25, 2024•44 min•Ep. 79
In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Forbes's very first 'Entrepreneur of the Year' (2001), Bob Stiller. Bob shares his journey of building a multibillion-dollar company, emphasizing the importance of intuition, continuous improvement, and social responsibility. We'll explore how Bob's upbringing and his father's high ethical standards shaped his business philosophy and how he used techniques like the Silva method to hone his instincts. Bob delves into the Green Mountain story, highl...
Aug 22, 2024•43 min•Ep. 78
In this episode, Dr. Rod Berger spends time with Michigan State University basketball legend and upcoming Homecoming Grand Marshal Sam Vincent . Sam recalls an unforgettable moment on the court when an encouraging thump on the chest from Charles Oakley sparked an outstanding performance against Isiah Thomas. Reflecting on his journey, Sam shares the challenges and triumphs of coaching overlooked student-athletes at Beacon, emphasizing the unique approach needed to support those with learning dif...
Aug 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 76
In this episode, John shares his personal experiences and perspectives, advocating for humanity and emphasizing the importance of empathy, curiosity, and inclusivity. As a lifelong lover of comic books, music, and art, Pavlovitz discusses how these interests have shaped his storytelling and commitment to preserving the good in the world. Listen as we uncover the balance of providing guidance without alienating audiences, the need for sustained, substantive conversations, and the role of humility...
Aug 01, 2024•48 min•Ep. 77
In today's episode, Dr. Rod Berger sits down with Dave Finocchio, the visionary co-founder of Bleacher Report and the current CEO of The Cool Down . Together, they delve into pressing environmental concerns like wildfires and plastic pollution and the critical need for clear, relatable communication on these issues. Dave shares his journey from revolutionizing sports media to spearheading climate sustainability efforts, emphasizing the importance of engaging content that sparks real change. We'l...
Jun 24, 2024•46 min•Ep. 73
Happy World Oceans Day, 2024! A special episode of HeadRoom features the incomparable talents of cinematographer, musician, composer, and eco-preneur Joshua Sam Miller . A noted sound and visual activist, Miller has combined his wealth of experience and talent to represent the power of the oceans and marine life, which is desperate for us to understand their delicate environment better. In 2020, the project was accepted as part of the International Year of Sound featured by the National Oceanic ...
Jun 07, 2024•43 min•Ep. 75
In this episode, we'll delve into leadership beyond the conventional, exploring Greg's pioneering leadership program that aims to break down silos and foster connections within upper-level management. We’ll hear about a participant who felt a deep sense of loss upon leaving the program proof of the powerful bonds it creates and learn about the transformative Hope Makers Collective, an inspiring initiative Greg helped to form, dedicated to training thousands to bring hope and positivity to the wo...
Jun 04, 2024•34 min•Ep. 74
Welcome to another enlightening episode of HeadRoom. Today, we're diving deep into a conversation with Kendra Davenport, the President and CEO of Easterseals. This pivotal organization champions equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, veterans, and older adults. Dr. Rod Berger, your host, sets the stage for a discussion that spans the incredible impact of Easterseals, Kendra's journey through the nonprofit sector, and the broader implications of advocacy and leadership in nur...
May 12, 2024•26 min•Ep. 72
Welcome to another enlightening episode of HeadRoom, where we dive deep into personal growth and authentic success in today's rapidly changing professional landscape. I'm your host, Dr. Rod Berger, and today I'm joined by the insightful Rusty Gunther . Rusty, a passionate advocate for aligning life's work with personal values, shares his unique perspective on entrepreneurship, the significance of personal identity over professional roles, and the power of community support in achieving greatness...
May 07, 2024•29 min•Ep. 71
Welcome to another episode of HeadRoom. This is your host, Dr. Rod Berger , and today, we have a truly out-of-this-world guest on the show. Buckle up as we join Astronaut John Shoffner on a voyage that transcends the atmosphere and delves into the emotional odyssey of realizing a lifelong dream. From the moment of liftoff to the realization that being an astronaut comes with the weighty responsibility of representing humanity, John will share his transformative journey to the International Space...
Apr 19, 2024•34 min•Ep. 70
Welcome to the episode of HeadRoom. Today, we're diving deep into the transformative world of artificial intelligence with a trailblazing guest, Sarah Nagy, Co-Founder and CEO of SEEK AI. With an impressive background in finance and startups, Sarah has consistently stayed ahead of the curve, anticipating the seismic shifts in technology that would reshape our professional and personal landscapes long before generative AI became a buzzword. In our conversation, Sarah shares her journey to foundin...
Apr 11, 2024•39 min•Ep. 68
Jennifer Dulski has a wide range of executive experience, including leadership roles at Facebook, Google, and Yahoo! and founder, CEO, and president roles at early-stage and scaling startups. She is currently CEO and founder of Rising Team , a company that provides tools, data, and community to turn managers into amazing coaches who build happier and more successful teams. Prior to her current venture, Jennifer Dulski made a significant impact at Facebook. She led Facebook Groups, a platform use...
Apr 10, 2024•34 min•Ep. 67
Welcome back to HeadRoom, a sanctuary for the curious mind and a canvas for thought-provoking stories, with your host, Dr. Rod Berger. Today's episode bridges the past with the present as we delve into the compelling narrative crafted by Linda Ambrus Broenniman in her book "The Politzer Saga." In this conversation, Linda peels back the layers of a family secret Jewish ancestry hidden by immigrant parents in Buffalo, New York, a secret unveiled by the embers of a house fire. We're set to explore ...
Apr 09, 2024•52 min•Ep. 69
