Consultancy meeting reviewing creative briefs in a collaborative setting

The HeartWired Podcast

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership for an AI World

Join Dr. MJ for conversations with CEOs and thought leaders exploring emotional intelligence, courage, connection, and leadership in a rapidly changing world.

About the Podcast

HeartWired explores what it means to lead with emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world. As technology reshapes how we work, the human skills of empathy, connection, and resilience are more critical than ever.

Each episode features C-suite executives, middle managers, neuroscientists, and thought leaders who share real-world strategies for navigating organizational challenges. Conversations go beyond surface-level advice, offering research-backed, actionable insights. Whether it’s managing organizational stress, leveraging neuroscience to improve performance, or leading through AI transformation, listeners will walk away with tools they can apply immediately.

You'll Hear:

• Where humans add irreplaceable value in an AI-driven workplace

• Strategies to minimize stress and burnout during rapid organizational change

• How AI is transforming leadership, team dynamics, and culture

• What effective leadership looks like when emotional and interpersonal skills matter most

• Creating environments where both people and technology can thrive

Episodes

Redefining Mental Health Care: Personalized, Evidence-Based AI Support for Eating Disorders

Published on: 24/02/2026

Dr. MJ speaks with Kahani co-founder Mehek Mohan about building ethical, human-centered AI in mental health care, the limits of automation, and why empathy and emotional intelligence must guide innovation.

Podcast
Redefining Mental Health Care: Personalized, Evidence-Based AI Support for Eating Disorders

Building Trust and Empathy: The YMCA’s Human-First Approach to AI Integration

Published on: 17/02/2026

Dr. MJ speaks with YMCA leaders George Leis and Jorge Perez about building trust, empathy, and strong governance to guide human-first AI integration while staying rooted in mission and community impact.

Podcast
Building Trust and Empathy: The YMCA’s Human-First Approach to AI Integration

The Human Superpower: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever in an AI-Driven World

Published on: 11/02/2026

In this first episode of HeartWired, Dr. Mary Jean Vignone explores why emotional intelligence is the most powerful human advantage in an AI-driven world and how leaders can strengthen EQ to lead with clarity and heart.

Podcast
The Human Superpower: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever in an AI-Driven World