Paul W.M. Fedak, MD PhD, is a cardiac surgeon, scientist, and writer who brings both clinical expertise and emotional depth to the world of modern medicine. Known for his thought-provoking work at the intersection of identity, excellence, and healing, Paul joins us to share his experiences through burnout and professional fatigue. As a leading voice in academic medicine and innovation, Paul has become an advocate for shifting the culture of healthcare—from performance-driven to purpose-centered. In this episode, he opens up about the silent cost of high achievement, the moral injuries that go unspoken, and the importance of reconnecting with the deeper meaning behind medical practice. Through his leadership, writing, and speaking, Paul invites a powerful conversation on how we can heal not only patients, but also the people who care for them. And by extension, how leaders need the care they often provide.

Principal and global sustainability leader Geoff Tuff and U.S. sustainability practice lead Steven Goldbach join us to share their best leadership practices and why rethinking the rules is often the most powerful move a leader can make. We will dive into Detonate, the bold first book in their bestselling leadership trilogy, and uncover ideas that echo throughout Provoke and their highly anticipated new release, Hone.

Geoff Tuff is a Principal at Deloitte and leads the Global and US Sustainability practice for Energy & Industrials. With over 30 years of experience in strategy, innovation, and growth, he helps organizations break free from conventional thinking to compete in new ways. Previously, Geoff led Doblin and was a senior partner at Monitor Group. A bestselling author and Harvard Business Review contributor, Geoff challenges leaders to adopt a beginner’s mindset and embrace disruption. His upcoming book Hone completes a trilogy that has transformed how leaders approach the future.

Steven Goldbach leads Deloitte’s US Sustainability practice, guiding clients through complex challenges around climate and the future of business. Formerly the firm’s Chief Strategy Officer, Steve helped steer Deloitte toward a more integrated, future-focused model. Before that, he held senior roles at Monitor Group and Forbes. A bestselling co-author of Detonate and Provoke, Steve is known for encouraging leaders to rethink outdated strategies and act with bold purpose. He and Geoff Tuff will release their third book, Hone, this fall.

Chief Executive Officer of Aetna Better Health of New York, a CVS Health company, Kevin Nelson joins us to discuss healthcare and leadership. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership, Kevin has dedicated his career to advancing health equity and expanding access for underserved communities. Before leading ABHNY, he held senior roles at organizations like the U.S. Fund for UNICEF and Hudson Health Plan, where he combined policy expertise with operational excellence to drive meaningful change.

Kevin holds a Master’s in Public Health from the Yale School of Public Health and a bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration from the University of Pittsburgh. He’s been recognized as one of Westchester County’s Top Male Executives and honored with awards including the Yale Medal and the American College of Healthcare Executives Young Healthcare Executive Award. Kevin brings deep insight into the intersection of public health, policy, and innovation—and we’re excited to have him share his perspective on the podcast.