The Wrath of Kilimanjaro: From Peak to Porcelain Throne

Genius: From Mozart to McCartney

How is it that certain extraordinary people change the world? Some are brilliant, some are immensely creative, and a rare few are both. In this episode, Don explores the nature of genius through the lives of artistic innovators, traveling to London and Liverpool to reflect on how four working-class young men from wartime England transformed music and culture. How do The Beatles compare with other artistic geniuses such as Mozart? Join Don as he wonders aloud from a train crossing the English countryside, contemplating the mysterious force that shapes human achievement and changes history. Part 2 of this episode will be coming soon!

Secrets of the Saguaro: Sentinels of the Southwest

The American Southwest is a land of breathtaking contrasts, where rugged mountain ranges, deep canyons, and endless desert landscapes create some of the nation's most unforgettable scenery. Yet few sights are as iconic as the majestic saguaro cactus. Towering skyward for centuries, these remarkable giants stand as enduring symbols of the Arizona Sonoran Desert. In this episode, Don journeys into Saguaro National Park to explore the natural history, beauty, and quiet grandeur of these extraordinary desert sentinels. Join him for an unforgettable adventure through one of America's most distinctive landscapes.

Smartphones and the Battle for Childhood with Jeff Miller

This subject may be the most serious issue ever discussed on The Don Sullivan Show. The future of Western civilization may very well depend on how we respond to it. Jeff Miller of Smartphone Free Childhood joins us to discuss the growing evidence linking smartphones, social media, and unrestricted internet access to profound changes in childhood and adolescent development. More importantly, he explains why there is still reason for hope and what parents, schools, and communities can do to address the problem. Please listen carefully, and be sure to watch the remarkable PSA featured in the show notes. https://youtu.be/h_xwJ5u9I8o?si=2DzdHMH6XZ3cHbrH [https://youtu.be/h_xwJ5u9I8o?si=2DzdHMH6XZ3cHbrH] https://youtu.be/Fd-_VDYit3U?si=cr-us1zs4Clob5DM [https://youtu.be/Fd-_VDYit3U?si=cr-us1zs4Clob5DM]

Can Leaders Govern Without Understanding Science? with Sean Campbell

From nuclear power and energy policy to AI and social media, this episode asks a simple question: should leaders understand the science behind the decisions they make? Don Sullivan and Sean Campbell discuss Physics for Future Presidents and why scientific literacy may be one of the most overlooked requirements for effective leadership today.

Inside the AI Data Center Revolution with Mohan Potheri

What happens when AI workloads demand 10 times the power of traditional computing? Don Sullivan, Jersey Steve, and Mohan Potheri unpack the rise of liquid-cooled AI factories, sovereign AI initiatives, and the massive infrastructure race underway in Texas, Utah, and beyond.