Less Than One Percent

Simon Sinek - Finding Purpose 23.06.2026 1h 8min

In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Dr. Imamu "Mu" Tomlinson sits down with bestselling author, leadership expert, and visionary thinker Simon Sinek for a deeply personal conversation about purpose, leadership, and what it truly means to belong. Known for inspiring millions through “Start With Why”, “The Infinite Game”, and his groundbreaking work on leadership, Simon shares how he developed the Why Discovery process, why authenticity requires courage, and why some of the world's most successful people still struggle with connection and belonging. Together, Mu and Simon explore everything from optimism and disruption to military leadership, the power of teamwork, the loneliness that can come with success, and why friendship may be one of the most undervalued relationships in modern life.

Simon Sinek - Finding Purpose (audio only) 23.06.2026 1h 8min

In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Dr. Imamu "Mu" Tomlinson sits down with bestselling author, leadership expert, and visionary thinker Simon Sinek for a deeply personal conversation about purpose, leadership, and what it truly means to belong. Known for inspiring millions through “Start With Why”, “The Infinite Game”, and his groundbreaking work on leadership, Simon shares how he developed the Why Discovery process, why authenticity requires courage, and why some of the world's most successful people still struggle with connection and belonging. Together, Mu and Simon explore everything from optimism and disruption to military leadership, the power of teamwork, the loneliness that can come with success, and why friendship may be one of the most undervalued relationships in modern life.

Bryant McKinnie - Growing Seasons 09.06.2026 1h 25min

In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Imamu Tomlinson. MD sits down with Super Bowl XLVII Champion Bryant McKinnie to pull back the curtain on the intense psychological pressures of professional sports, the hilarious locker room superstitions that kept him healthy, and the unexpected life lessons he learned on the tennis court from Venus Williams. This raw conversation details how Bryant transitioned from protecting elite NFL quarterbacks to protecting the mental health of vulnerable communities through his B Major Foundation.

Bryant McKinnie - Growing Seasons (audio only) 09.06.2026 1h 25min

In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Imamu Tomlinson. MD sits down with Super Bowl XLVII Champion Bryant McKinnie to pull back the curtain on the intense psychological pressures of professional sports, the hilarious locker room superstitions that kept him healthy, and the unexpected life lessons he learned on the tennis court from Venus Williams. This raw conversation details how Bryant transitioned from protecting elite NFL quarterbacks to protecting the mental health of vulnerable communities through his B Major Foundation.

Dr. Michael H. Forde - Failing Forward 03.06.2026 1h 10min

On this episode of the Less Than One Percent podcast, Imamu Tomlinson, MD, is joined by public health leader, advocate, and digital creator Dr. Michael H. Forde. Sitting down as kindred spirits, the two track Michael’s explosive digital growth and map out his journey from graduating college at age 19 to surviving the dream-shattering moment a professor told him he would never make it in healthcare. Michael opens up about his mission to rewrite public health narratives, combat race-based hospital algorithms, and empower patients to challenge systemic clinical structures.

Dr. Michael H. Forde - Failing Forward (audio only) 03.06.2026 1h 10min

On this episode of the Less Than One Percent podcast, Imamu Tomlinson, MD, is joined by public health leader, advocate, and digital creator Dr. Michael H. Forde. Sitting down as kindred spirits, the two track Michael’s explosive digital growth and map out his journey from graduating college at age 19 to surviving the dream-shattering moment a professor told him he would never make it in healthcare. Michael opens up about his mission to rewrite public health narratives, combat race-based hospital algorithms, and empower patients to challenge systemic clinical structures.

Malcolm Gladwell - Rethinking Greatness (Part 2) 27.05.2026 1h

In Part 2 of his episode of Less Than One Percent, Malcolm Gladwell completely flips the script on technology, culture, and creative genius. Drawing on his early roots as a healthcare reporter for The Washington Post, Malcolm drops a massive reality check on the future of medicine, explaining why AI's greatest victory will be giving doctors ten more minutes of uninterrupted conversation with patients. Malcolm and Mu also dive deep into their shared Jamaican heritage, the hidden cultural scripts that foster world-class excellence, and the exact creative superpower he uses to pull brilliant narratives out of raw material.

Malcolm Gladwell - Rethinking Greatness (Part 2) (audio only) 27.05.2026 1h

In Part 2 of his episode of Less Than One Percent, Malcolm Gladwell completely flips the script on technology, culture, and creative genius. Drawing on his early roots as a healthcare reporter for The Washington Post, Malcolm drops a massive reality check on the future of medicine, explaining why AI's greatest victory will be giving doctors ten more minutes of uninterrupted conversation with patients. Malcolm and Mu also dive deep into their shared Jamaican heritage, the hidden cultural scripts that foster world-class excellence, and the exact creative superpower he uses to pull brilliant narratives out of raw material.

Malcolm Gladwell - Rethinking Greatness 21.05.2026 25min

On this episode of the Less Than One Percent podcast, Imamu Tomlinson, MD, is joined by legendary intellectual, global best-selling author, and master storyteller, Malcolm Gladwell. From changing how the world understands hidden societal patterns with iconic works like The Tipping Point and Outliers, to his own competitive drive as a national record-holding runner and host of Revisionist History, Malcolm's journey is a masterclass in relentless curiosity, unique narrative perspective, and deep human insight.

Malcolm Gladwell - Rethinking Greatness (audio only) 21.05.2026 25min

On this episode of the Less Than One Percent podcast, Imamu Tomlinson, MD, is joined by legendary intellectual, global best-selling author, and master storyteller, Malcolm Gladwell. From changing how the world understands hidden societal patterns with iconic works like The Tipping Point and Outliers, to his own competitive drive as a national record-holding runner and host of Revisionist History, Malcolm's journey is a masterclass in relentless curiosity, unique narrative perspective, and deep human insight.

Donovan Bailey - Becoming Legendary 19.05.2026 1h 12min

On this episode of the Less Than One Percent podcast, Imamu Tomlinson, MD, is joined by Olympic legend and former "fastest man on earth," Donovan Bailey. From his humble beginnings as a country boy in the hills of Manchester, Jamaica, to dominating the global track and field stage and later building a massive multi-million-dollar business empire, Donovan's journey is a masterclass in elite execution, unwavering discipline, and pure mental toughness.

Donovan Bailey - Becoming Legendary (audio only) 19.05.2026 1h 12min

On this episode of the Less Than One Percent podcast, Imamu Tomlinson, MD, is joined by Olympic legend and former "fastest man on earth," Donovan Bailey. From his humble beginnings as a country boy in the hills of Manchester, Jamaica, to dominating the global track and field stage and later building a massive multi-million-dollar business empire, Donovan's journey is a masterclass in elite execution, unwavering discipline, and pure mental toughness.

Melissa Reed - Setting Boundaries 27.03.2026 15min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, we sit down with Melissa Reed, founder of Strong Home. Strong Home focuses on strengthening families through faith, fitness, finances, and personal development. But when disaster hit, Melissa didn’t just serve, she scaled, mobilizing hundreds of volunteers and helping thousands of families in crisis. In this conversation, she shares the tension every leader faces: how to set boundaries, delegate effectively, and still hold onto the part of you that wants to solve every problem. This is how Melissa Reed disrupted nonprofit leadership to build community at scale. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Melissa Reed - Setting Boundaries (audio only) 27.03.2026 15min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, we sit down with Melissa Reed, founder of Strong Home. Strong Home focuses on strengthening families through faith, fitness, finances, and personal development. But when disaster hit, Melissa didn’t just serve, she scaled, mobilizing hundreds of volunteers and helping thousands of families in crisis. In this conversation, she shares the tension every leader faces: how to set boundaries, delegate effectively, and still hold onto the part of you that wants to solve every problem. This is how Melissa Reed disrupted nonprofit leadership to build community at scale. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Cheldin Rumer - Being Real 27.03.2026 23min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, we sit down with Cheldin Rumer, CEO of This Is It Network and a powerhouse in personal branding and storytelling. From helping women scream their dreams to redefining what leadership looks like, Cheldin breaks down why showing up as yourself is the real competitive edge and why carrying it well doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy. This is how Cheldin Rumer disrupted the notion of perfection and proved you don’t have to be number one to be great. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Cheldin Rumer - Being Real (audio only) 27.03.2026 23min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, we sit down with Cheldin Rumer, CEO of This Is It Network and a powerhouse in personal branding and storytelling. From helping women scream their dreams to redefining what leadership looks like, Cheldin breaks down why showing up as yourself is the real competitive edge and why carrying it well doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy. This is how Cheldin Rumer disrupted the notion of perfection and proved you don’t have to be number one to be great. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Maja Mazur - Rewriting Care 25.03.2026 18min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, we sit down with Maja Mazur, CEO and founder of Healthnix, a health tech startup rethinking how chronic pain is treated. After battling debilitating chronic pain in her early 20s and finding little relief through traditional systems, she discovered the power of functional nutrition. In this conversation, she shares how she is building an operating system for physicians, making it easier to treat chronic conditions through nutrition while navigating the realities of reimbursement, scale, and adoption. This is how Maja Mazur disrupted chronic pain management by challenging traditional care models. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Maja Mazur - Rewriting Care (audio only) 25.03.2026 18min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, we sit down with Maja Mazur, CEO and founder of Healthnix, a health tech startup rethinking how chronic pain is treated. After battling debilitating chronic pain in her early 20s and finding little relief through traditional systems, she discovered the power of functional nutrition. In this conversation, she shares how she is building an operating system for physicians, making it easier to treat chronic conditions through nutrition while navigating the realities of reimbursement, scale, and adoption. This is how Maja Mazur disrupted chronic pain management by challenging traditional care models. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Dr. Nwando Anyaoku - Breaking Bias 25.03.2026 17min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, Mu sits down with Dr. Nwando Anyaoku, physician executive, leadership coach, and advocate for equity in healthcare. From navigating leadership as a Black woman in medicine to confronting bias head-on, Dr. Anyaoku reflects on pivotal moments that shaped her career and what they reveal about the system. This is how Dr. Nwando Anyaoku disrupted the narrative, by challenging inequities, owning her story, and pushing leaders to rethink what healthcare leadership should look like. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!

Dr. Nwando Anyaoku - Breaking Bias (audio only) 25.03.2026 17min

In this Brilliance Series episode of the Less Than One Percent Podcast, recorded live at Brilliance 2025 in Chicago, Mu sits down with Dr. Nwando Anyaoku, physician executive, leadership coach, and advocate for equity in healthcare. From navigating leadership as a Black woman in medicine to confronting bias head-on, Dr. Anyaoku reflects on pivotal moments that shaped her career and what they reveal about the system. This is how Dr. Nwando Anyaoku disrupted the narrative, by challenging inequities, owning her story, and pushing leaders to rethink what healthcare leadership should look like. Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!