The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett

Did you realize the key to business and team success finds its roots deep in conversation? Join Clint Padgett, who’s built his career helping Fortune 100 companies optimize their businesses, as he interviews leaders who encourage employees to learn, challenge, and grow. If you want to effectively manage people and optimize results, this is the podcast for you. The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett from Forbes Books.

The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett is a business podcast hosted by Clinton M. Padgett, with 178 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 83.

Clinton M. Padgett hosts The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett, a business show with 178 episodes published.

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  Why AI Can’t Replace Human Connection: A Conversation with Dr. Sherry Turkle (Part One)

  Sep 30, 202645 min

  In this episode, Clint welcomes back Dr. Sherry Turkle, MIT professor and author of the new book “Artificial Intimacy,” as the first returning guest on The Conversation. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is changing not just what we do, but how we understand ourselves and relate to one another. Drawing on decades of research into the relationship between people and technology, Sherry explains why AI’s ability to simulate empathy should not be confused with genuine human understanding. From a touching story about her granddaughter to the growing use of chatbots as friends, companions, and therapists, she challenges us to consider what we may be giving up when we turn to technology to meet our emotional needs. Clint and Sherry also discuss the importance of disagreement in healthy relationships, the impact of AI on children learning what it means to connect with others, and why we need to recognize the technology’s extraordinary capabilities while being thoughtful about the roles we allow it to play in our lives.This is the first part of a two-part conversation. Topics Covered: Sherry’s journey from studying psychoanalysis to exploring the psychology of our relationships with computers How AI can generate convincing falsehoods and create narratives that make them seem believable The difference between information, understanding, and lived human experience Why simulated empathy and artificial intimacy are not the same as genuine human connection How AI companionship may change our expectations of friendship and relationships The importance of disagreement, listening, and finding common ground Why Sherry believes we need to keep AI “in its lane” The implications of AI companions for children and older adults What parents risk losing when they outsource moments of learning and discovery to chatbots The limitations and potential dangers of using AI as a substitute for human therapists Links: Dr. Turkle’s website - https://www.sherryturkle.com/ Dr. Turkle’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherry-turkle/ Dr Turkle’s book, “Artificial Intimacy” - https://amzn.to/4rp1Uvy

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  Listening Skills for Leaders: A Conversation with Julian Treasure (Part Two)

  Sep 23, 202635 min

  In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Julian Treasure – award-winning author of “How to be Heard” and internationally recognized expert on listening, speaking, and the impact of sound – Julian explains why listening is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and mastered. He explores the modern listening crisis, why verbal communication is declining, how leaders can become better listeners, and the communication habits that strengthen relationships, reduce conflict, and build trust. This is the second part of a two-part conversation. Topics Covered: Why listening is hearing + attention The global cost of poor listening and miscommunication Why listening should be taught in schools How texting and technology are changing communication The three types of listening: inner, created, and external listening Managing your inner critic and developing self-awareness The importance of listening in leadership and team development Julian's RASA framework for effective listening Why “Tell me more” is one of the most powerful phrases in communication The four “leeches” of communication: fixing, people-pleasing, looking good, and being right How to navigate disagreement using the PAVE framework HAIL: the four foundations of powerful speaking (Honesty, Authenticity, Integrity, and Love) Why great speakers must first become great listeners Lessons from Julian's latest book, “Sound Affects” Julian's mission to regenerate the world's listening EXCLUSIVE LISTENER OFFER: Get 25% off Julian Treasure’s new Conscious Communication App, featuring daily micro-lessons designed to improve your speaking, listening, and presenting skills.The offer is available to the first 200 people who redeem it. Learn more and get 25% off: https://studio.com/juliantreasure/mcc?c=Y1WUw0Js Links: Julian’s website - https://www.juliantreasure.com/ Julian’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliantreasure/ Julian’s book, “How to be Heard” - https://amzn.to/4xOJeHu Julian’s book, “Sound Affects” - https://amzn.to/46ajyJq The Listening Society - https://bit.ly/4g1rQJy

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  We Have a Listening Crisis: A Conversation with Julian Treasure (Part One)

  Sep 16, 202652 min

  In this episode, Clint talks with Julian Treasure – award-winning author of “How to be Heard” and internationally recognized expert on listening, speaking, and the impact of sound – about why listening has become one of the most overlooked skills in leadership, business, and everyday life. Julian explains the difference between hearing and listening, how sound shapes our behavior and decision-making, why modern environments are often designed with the eyes in mind but not the ears, and what leaders can do to become more conscious listeners. This is the first part of a two-part conversation. Topics Covered: The difference between hearing and listening Why every person listens through a unique set of filters Julian’s concept of “speaking into a listening” How conscious listening improves leadership and communication The hidden costs of poor listening in organizations Why sound affects our physiology, emotions, thinking, and behavior How noise impacts productivity, learning, and health The role of silence in communication and personal growth Why architects and organizations often ignore sound when designing spaces How brands communicate through sound, whether they intend to or not The surprising wine experiment that revealed how sound influences buying behavior Why leaders should think of communication as giving a gift to their audience EXCLUSIVE LISTENER OFFER: Get 25% off Julian Treasure’s new Conscious Communication App, featuring daily micro-lessons designed to improve your speaking, listening, and presenting skills. The offer is available to the first 200 people who redeem it. Learn more and get 25% off: https://studio.com/juliantreasure/mcc?c=Y1WUw0Js Links: Julian’s website - https://www.juliantreasure.com/ Julian’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliantreasure/ Julian’s book, “How to be Heard” - https://amzn.to/4xOJeHu Julian’s book, “Sound Affects” - https://amzn.to/46ajyJq The Listening Society - https://bit.ly/4g1rQJy

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  What Problems Do You Want to Solve?: A Conversation with Julie Newman (Part Two)

  Sep 9, 202636 min

  In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Julie Newman, aerospace engineer and author of “Pull Don’t Push,” Julie explains why asking better questions can open entirely new career possibilities. She shares how parents, educators, and leaders can help young people discover engineering by connecting them to meaningful problems, not just job titles. Along the way, she challenges common misconceptions about engineering, discusses the surprising role of creativity and storytelling, and offers practical advice for inspiring the next generation. This is the second part of a two-part conversation. Topics Covered: Why "What problems do you want to solve?" is a better question than "What are you passionate about?" How engineering creates opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the world The surprising career advantages of engineering, including earning potential, stability, and work-life balance Why creativity, not just math, is one of the defining characteristics of great engineers The unforgettable story of how NASA landed a Mars rover with a giant inflatable "bouncy ball" Why stories are more powerful than statistics when inspiring future engineers Common myths about math ability and why they discourage too many students from considering engineering Practical advice for parents, educators, and STEM advocates on creating outreach that truly inspires The free tools and resources Julie has developed to help improve STEM outreach efforts Links: Julie’s website - https://juliejnewman.com/ Julie’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-j-newman/ Julie’s book, “Pull Don’t Push” - https://amzn.to/4q7vcxW

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  Why Engineering Isn’t Connecting with Girls: A Conversation with Julie Newman (Part One)

  Sep 2, 202645 min

  In this episode, Clint sits down with Julie Newman, accomplished aerospace engineer and bestselling author of “Pull Don’t Push,” to discuss why decades of well-intentioned efforts to encourage more girls into STEM haven't produced the results many hoped for. Julie argues that the problem isn't a lack of encouragement, it's the way we're communicating about engineering. Together, they explore how engineering is often misunderstood, why creativity and communication are essential engineering skills, and how leaders, parents, and educators can inspire young people by focusing on possibility instead of obstacles. This is the first part of a two-part conversation. Topics Covered: Why traditional STEM messaging often misses the mark The difference between "pushing" someone toward a career and "pulling" them toward a possibility How Julie's career at SpaceX, NASA, Boeing, and Impulse Space shaped her perspective on leadership and engineering Why engineering is fundamentally about creativity, teamwork, communication, and solving problems The biggest misconceptions people have about engineers and engineering careers Why communication skills can be a competitive advantage for engineers How parents and educators can better introduce engineering to young people Why engineering deserves a bigger role in the STEM conversation What business leaders can learn about influence from the way we talk about careers Links: Julie’s website - https://juliejnewman.com/ Julie’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-j-newman/ Julie’s book, “Pull Don’t Push” - https://amzn.to/4q7vcxW

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