What happens when you spend your life climbing the career mountain—only to find the summit is empty?

In this episode of Disruption Lab, entrepreneur, investor, and former gubernatorial candidate Jeff Burningham joins us to explore what it really means to be human in an AI-powered world. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his new book The Last Book Written by a Human and offers insights on purpose, passion, and leadership in uncertain times.

Together, we discuss the difference between chasing success and living with significance—and how reclaiming our humanity may be the most disruptive act of all.

You can learn more about Jeff and his work at https://www.jeffburningham.com/

What does it take to lead when the situation is intense, uncertain, and everything’s on the line?

In this episode of Disruption Lab, Army Veteran, combat leader, and NYT bestselling author Matt Eversmann shares what he’s learned about courage, clarity, and composure in the face of chaos. From the battlefields of Somalia (as portrayed in Black Hawk Down) to boardrooms and leadership training today, Matt’s insights are as real as they come.

We discuss how to make decisions under pressure, stay grounded in unpredictable environments, and lead others through fear and fog. If you want to thrive—not just survive—when things get tough, this conversation is for you.

You can learn more about Matt and his work at https://www.matteversmann.com/

What if the biggest breakthroughs in your career come from saying yes to the hard stuff—the roles you’re not quite ready for, the problems no one wants, the uncertainty everyone avoids?

In this episode of The Disruption Lab, NYT bestselling author and leadership expert Liz Wiseman shares why she believes her own success came from what she calls a naive yes. We explore the difference between ordinary contributors and the rare impact players—the people who step up when things get messy, clarify what matters when roles are fuzzy, and make themselves invaluable during times of disruption.

Liz brings insights from her bestselling books like Multipliers and Impact Players to help you see how disruption isn’t just something to survive—it’s an opportunity to lead. Whether you're an individual contributor or a senior executive, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting for clarity and start creating it.

You can learn more about Liz and her work at https://thewisemangroup.com/who-we-are/our-team/liz-wiseman/

In this premiere episode of Disruption Lab, host Patrick Leddin sits down with Sumeet Chabria, Founder and CEO of ThoughtLinks, a strategic advisory firm specializing in AI and enterprise transformation for banking and capital markets.With decades of C-suite leadership at Bank of America and HSBC, Sumeet brings unparalleled insights into how AI is reshaping our work and lives.

They delve into the current AI revolution, discussing its impact on industries, the workforce, and daily life. Sumeet emphasizes the importance of responsible AI adoption, aligning technology with business objectives, and preparing for the future of work. This timely conversation offers listeners a roadmap to navigate and harness the power of AI-driven disruption.

Tune in to discover what is unfolding in an AI-accelerated world

You can learn more about Sumeet and his work at  https://www.thoughtlinks.net/sumeet-chabria 

Disruption isn’t coming—it’s already here. Whether you’re leading a team, raising a family, or chasing a dream, curveballs are part of life. Disruption Lab helps you turn them into breakthroughs.

Hosted by Patrick Leddin and inspired by his book Disrupt Everything and Win (with James Patterson), each episode brings bold ideas and real stories to help you thrive in a fast-changing world.

Disruption is powerful—but so are you.