Talks & Tangents

Discussions that derail beautifully

Mark chats to and with people who like to think sideways. Curiosity multiplies and gets a microphone.

Mark on You Can’t Fool You

Mark on You Can’t Fool You

Rockne O’Leary sits down with Mark Steiner, founder of GigSalad, to talk through a career that moved from movies to talent booking to entrepreneurship. Mark shares how adoption, late ADHD diagnosis, and […]

Mark on Opening Pathways with Tom LeNoble

Mark on Opening Pathways with Tom LeNoble

In this conversation, Mark Steiner, Co-Founder and CEO of GigSalad, shares his entrepreneurial journey, personal values, and insights on overcoming fear, building relationships, and the importance of trust and generosity. He reflects […]

Mark on Incredible Life Creator

Mark on Incredible Life Creator

Mark Steiner, co-founder and CEO of GigSalad, sits down with Dr. Kimberley Linert to talk about entrepreneurship, creativity, emotional intelligence, leadership, curiosity, and the lifelong process of discovering who we are. A […]

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 29: Navigating Firsts

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 29: Navigating Firsts

This episode is all about navigating personal experiences, the thrill of firsts, navigating change, and coping with fear and regret. The overarching themes of embracing new experiences and living in the present […]

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 28: What Makes Your Heart Sing?

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 28: What Makes Your Heart Sing?

In this episode, Mark, Jessica, and Justin explore what makes us come alive, the power of creation, connection, and moments of awe that inspire us. They share personal stories, insights on music, […]

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 27: The Big Ideas Reunion

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 27: The Big Ideas Reunion

The podcast hosts reflect on the past year, sharing lessons learned, growth experiences, and insights gained. They discuss the journey of self-discovery, awareness, perception, and adaptation, highlighting the importance of cultivating self-regulation […]

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 26: Are Labels Helping Us… or Dividing Us?

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 26: Are Labels Helping Us… or Dividing Us?

We continue the conversation about labels, identity, belonging, and how we assess whether people feel safe, familiar, or threatening to us. From religion and politics to personality types, diagnoses, careers, and social […]

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 25: Success Isn’t Always About Money

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 25: Success Isn’t Always About Money

In this episode of Big Ideas, we explore entrepreneurship from three very different perspectives and unpack the pressure, uncertainty, creativity, and personal growth that often come with building something of your own. […]

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 24: Why You Know Better But Still Don’t Do Better

Big Ideas Podcast, Ep 24: Why You Know Better But Still Don’t Do Better

In this episode of Big Ideas, we explore the hidden personal patterns that keep people stuck even when they genuinely want to change. From unhealthy habits and self-medication to perfectionism, dopamine cycles, […]