Imamu Tomlinson - Podcast Details

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Less Than One PercentCharlene Li - Disruption PlaybookIn this episode of Less Than One Percent, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson sits down with Charlene Li, renowned disruption strategist, bestselling author, and one of the most influential voices in digital leadership. From the boardrooms of Silicon Valley to the pages of her game-changing books, Charlene has spent her career breaking boundaries and reimagining what is possible. They explore how disruption is a learned skill, why confidence is the difference between anxiety and excitement, and how to lead teams through bold, necessary change. Charlene shares how her lived experience as an Asian American woman shaped her voice in ro...2025-07-2854 min

Less Than One PercentCharlene Li - Disruption Playbook (audio only)In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson sits down with Charlene Li, renowned disruption strategist, bestselling author, and one of the most influential voices in digital leadership. From the boardrooms of Silicon Valley to the pages of her game-changing books, Charlene has spent her career breaking boundaries and reimagining what is possible. They explore how disruption is a learned skill, why confidence is the difference between anxiety and excitement, and how to lead teams through bold, necessary change. Charlene shares how her lived experience as an Asian American woman shaped her voice in ro...2025-07-2854 min

Less Than One PercentDr. Joel Bervell - Disruptive HeroKnown across social platforms as the “Medical Mythbuster,” Dr. Joel Bervell has made a name for himself by tackling bias in medicine and translating complex healthcare inequities into viral, human-centered stories. In this episode, Joel shares his journey from a curious kid to Peabody Award–winning voice for equity in medicine. From pulse oximeters to superheroes, from storytelling to burnout, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson and Dr. Joel Bervell dive into what it means to be labeled an “Oreo,” how Joel turned that into his Less Than One Percent power, and how he found community through curiosity. He reflects on how stor...2025-07-181h 13

Less Than One PercentDr. Joel Bervell - Disruptive Hero (audio only)Known across social platforms as the “Medical Mythbuster,” Dr. Joel Bervell has made a name for himself by tackling bias in medicine and translating complex healthcare inequities into viral, human-centered stories. In this episode, Joel shares his journey from a curious kid to Peabody Award–winning voice for equity in medicine. From pulse oximeters to superheroes, from storytelling to burnout, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson and Dr. Joel Bervell dive into what it means to be labeled an “Oreo,” how Joel turned that into his Less Than One Percent power, and how he found community through curiosity. He reflects on how stor...2025-07-181h 13

Less Than One PercentMartellus Bennett - Living Playfully (Part 2)This is Part 2 of our conversation with artist, author, and Super Bowl champion Martellus (Marty) Bennett. In this episode, Marty and Dr. Imamu Tomlinson dive deeper into the power of storytelling, imagination, and legacy. Marty shares how creativity isn’t just what he does, it’s who he becomes. Every book, character, and world he builds is an act of self-reflection and liberation. Together, they explore the idea that imagination is the key to breaking free. One should never aim to fit into pre-existing systems but build new worlds that reflect your true self. This is how...2025-07-101h 11

Less Than One PercentMartellus Bennett - Living Playfully (Part 2) (audio only)This is Part 2 of our conversation with artist, author, and Super Bowl champion Martellus (Marty) Bennett. In this episode, Marty and Dr. Imamu Tomlinson dive deeper into the power of storytelling, imagination, and legacy. Marty shares how creativity isn’t just what he does, it’s who he becomes. Every book, character, and world he builds is an act of self-reflection and liberation. Together, they explore the idea that imagination is the key to breaking free. One should never aim to fit into pre-existing systems but build new worlds that reflect your true self. This is how...2025-07-101h 11

Less Than One PercentMartellus Bennett - Living PlayfullyAt what point do you stop reading self-help books and just start helping yourself? Most people grow out of the playground. Martellus (Marty) Bennett built a life philosophy around it. In this episode, Imamu Tomlinson, MD sits down for an honest conversation with artist, author, and Super Bowl champion, Marty Bennett, a man who turned play into a way of life. He's crafted children’s books, designed worlds, drawn swords (yes, real ones), and founded Tomonoshi (a state of play), Marty has redefined what it means to live, lead, and be a maker. He opens up a...2025-06-261h 04

Less Than One PercentMartellus Bennett - Living Playfully (audio only)At what point do you stop reading self-help books and just start helping yourself? Most people grow out of the playground. Martellus (Marty) Bennett built a life philosophy around it. In this episode, Imamu Tomlinson, MD sits down for an honest conversation with artist, author, and Super Bowl champion, Marty Bennett, a man who turned play into a way of life. He's crafted children’s books, designed worlds, drawn swords (yes, real ones), and founded Tomonoshi (a state of play), Marty has redefined what it means to live, lead, and be a maker. He opens up a...2025-06-261h 04

Less Than One PercentDr. Hassan Tetteh - Relentless HeartIn this powerhouse episode, retired U.S. Navy Captain, thoracic surgeon, and author Dr. Hassan Tetteh joins Imamu Tomlinson, MD to talk about defying expectations, from tagging walls in 1980s New York to becoming one of the top minds in cardiac surgery today. Dr. Tetteh shares how 50 rejection letters, cultural expectations, and one discouraging dean fueled his ambition to succeed. They unpack how AI is shaping the future of healthcare, why lifelong learning is non-negotiable, and why humanity must guide how we innovate. You’ll also get a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Smarter Healthcare with AI...2025-06-131h 20

Less Than One PercentDr. Hassan Tetteh - Relentless Heart (audio only)In this powerhouse episode, retired U.S. Navy Captain, thoracic surgeon, and author Dr. Hassan Tetteh joins Imamu Tomlinson, MD to talk about defying expectations, from tagging walls in 1980s New York to becoming one of the top minds in cardiac surgery today. Dr. Tetteh shares how 50 rejection letters, cultural expectations, and one discouraging dean fueled his ambition to succeed. They unpack how AI is shaping the future of healthcare, why lifelong learning is non-negotiable, and why humanity must guide how we innovate. You’ll also get a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Smarter Healthcare with AI...2025-06-131h 20

School for Startups RadioJune 11, 2025 – Disruptors Dr. Imamu Tomlinson and Kickstarter CPTO Mahesh GuruswamyDr. Imamu Tomlinson -CEO of Vituity and Author of Less Than One Percent: How Disruptors Defy the Odds As an award winning CEO of a multi-billion dollar healthcare company, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson MD, MBA knows all about what it takes to succeed against all odds. With his unique narrative and analytic bent, he highlights how often times we misjudge the qualities necessary to succeed. Tomlinson’s passion is to inspire others to exceed their own expectations. Dr. Tomlinson is CEO of Vituity, a physician-owned and led multispecialty healthcare partnership. Vituity has a network of 6,000 clinicians who provide care...2025-06-1153 min

Less Than One PercentDemola the Violinist - Disrupting OrchestraWhat happens when a Nigerian violinist refuses to follow the rules? Meet Demola the Violinist, a genre-defying musician who’s rewriting the rules of classical music with pure sonic instinct. In this episode, Demola sits down with Imamu Tomlinson, MD to talk about his early musical influences, why he walked away from a PhD program, and the moment he realized no one was going to believe in his dream—except him. They unpack how culture shapes ambition, the pressure to conform, and how Demola turned doubt into drive. This is how Demola the Violinist broke cultura...2025-06-031h 06

Less Than One PercentDemola the Violinist - Disrupting Orchestra (audio only)What happens when a Nigerian violinist refuses to follow the rules? Meet Demola the Violinist, a genre-defying musician who’s rewriting the rules of classical music with pure sonic instinct. In this episode, Demola sits down with Imamu Tomlinson, MD to talk about his early musical influences, why he walked away from a PhD program, and the moment he realized no one was going to believe in his dream—except him. They unpack how culture shapes ambition, the pressure to conform, and how Demola turned doubt into drive. This is how Demola the Violinist broke cultura...2025-06-031h 06

Less Than One PercentLeopoldo López - Fearless Leadership (Part 2)In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, freedom activist, Leopoldo López, explores the superpower that sustained him through the darkest moments of his fight for freedom—his family. From proposing with a vow to love both his wife and their country, to finding unexpected companionship in a wild bird during solitary confinement, López opens up about the emotional resilience required to keep going when the world tries to silence you. Tomlinson and López also discuss what it means to emerge from struggle with purpose instead of bitterness. From building movements behind prison walls to orchestrating a dari...2025-04-1856 min

Less Than One PercentLeopoldo López - Fearless Leadership (Part 2) (audio only)In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, freedom activist, Leopoldo López, explores the superpower that sustained him through the darkest moments of his fight for freedom—his family. From proposing with a vow to love both his wife and their country, to finding unexpected companionship in a wild bird during solitary confinement, López opens up about the emotional resilience required to keep going when the world tries to silence you. Tomlinson and López also discuss what it means to emerge from struggle with purpose instead of bitterness. From building movements behind prison walls to orchestrating a dari...2025-04-1856 min

Less Than One PercentLeopoldo López - Fearless LeadershipLeopoldo’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and conviction. From a promising career as an economist in Venezuela to running for office against a rising dictatorship, Leopoldo refused to let others define his potential. Disqualified from elections, forced into hiding, and enduring four years of solitary confinement, Leopoldo never surrendered. He turned himself in, not as a victim, but as a leader, proving the strength of his movement. In his darkest moments, he chose conviction over fear, refusing to let the regime define him. In part 1 of this powerful conversation, Leopoldo López shares with I...2025-04-0459 min

Less Than One PercentLeopoldo López - Fearless Leadership (audio only)Leopoldo’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and conviction. From a promising career as an economist in Venezuela to running for office against a rising dictatorship, Leopoldo refused to let others define his potential. Disqualified from elections, forced into hiding, and enduring four years of solitary confinement, Leopoldo never surrendered. He turned himself in, not as a victim, but as a leader, proving the strength of his movement. In his darkest moments, he chose conviction over fear, refusing to let the regime define him. In part 1 of this powerful conversation, Leopoldo López shares with I...2025-04-0459 min

Less Than One PercentHasan Minhaj - Breaking Barriers (Part 2) (audio only)In Part 1, Hasan Minhaj and Imamu Tomlinson unpacked what it means to challenge the status quo—whether in comedy, healthcare, or life. They explored how breaking cultural and professional barriers leads to real change. Now, in Part 2, they go even deeper. Minhaj reflects on his journey at 39: the power of persistence, the art of the pivot, and the lifelong pursuit of integrity. He shares the defining moment of his career (Homecoming King), cold-calls family members to discover his own superpower (toxic positivity?), and questions what truly makes someone successful. Meanwhile, Tomlinson opens up about his uncon...2025-03-2046 min

Less Than One PercentHasan Minhaj - Breaking Barriers (Part 2)In Part 1, Hasan Minhaj and Imamu Tomlinson unpacked what it means to challenge the status quo—whether in comedy, healthcare, or life. They explored how breaking cultural and professional barriers leads to real change. Now, in Part 2, they go even deeper. Minhaj reflects on his journey at 39: the power of persistence, the art of the pivot, and the lifelong pursuit of integrity. He shares the defining moment of his career (Homecoming King), cold-calls family members to discover his own superpower (toxic positivity?), and questions what truly makes someone successful. Meanwhile, Tomlinson opens up about his uncon...2025-03-2046 min

Less Than One PercentHasan Minhaj - Breaking Barriers (audio only)In Part 1 of this compelling conversation, Imamu Tomlinson and Hasan Minhaj dive into their shared philosophy of challenging the status quo and pushing beyond societal norms. Minhaj, known for his fearless storytelling and incisive social commentary, reflects on his journey in comedy—how breaking conventional molds and embracing his unique voice led to success. Tomlinson parallels his path in healthcare leadership, where innovation and disruption have been key to transforming patient care and improving lives. Together, they explore how breaking racial, cultural, or professional barriers creates meaningful change. Their conversation sets the stage for a deeper dive in...2025-03-0651 min

Less Than One PercentHasan Minhaj - Breaking BarriersIn Part 1 of this compelling conversation, Imamu Tomlinson and Hasan Minhaj dive into their shared philosophy of challenging the status quo and pushing beyond societal norms. Minhaj, known for his fearless storytelling and incisive social commentary, reflects on his journey in comedy—how breaking conventional molds and embracing his unique voice led to success. Tomlinson parallels his path in healthcare leadership, where innovation and disruption have been key to transforming patient care and improving lives. Together, they explore how breaking racial, cultural, or professional barriers creates meaningful change. Their conversation sets the stage for a deeper dive in...2025-03-0651 min

The Authority CompanyLess than One Percent with Dr. Imamu TomlinsonIn this episode, Joe sits down with Dr. Imamu Tomlinson, physician, healthcare CEO, and author of the groundbreaking book Less Than One Percent: How Disruptors Defy the Odds. Dive into a dynamic conversation exploring how underdogs and innovators reshape industries—from Steph Curry revolutionizing basketball with the three-point shot to the seismic shifts needed in healthcare’s financial models. Dr. Tomlinson unpacks the “dark side of disruption,” revealing why standardization often stifles progress and how true greatness requires relentless reinvention. Discover why talent assessments fail to predict success, the myth of work-life balance, and the power of embracing your unique s...2025-02-1830 min

Embrace The Full Audiobook That Keeps Book-Lovers Hooked.Less than One Percent by Imamu TomlinsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/63868to listen full audiobooks. Title: Less than One Percent Author: Imamu Tomlinson Narrator: Jonathan Horne Format: mp3 Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Release date: 01-21-25 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 4 ratings Genres: Sports Psychology Publisher's Summary: In a world obsessed with measures and predictions, how do we identify true potential? Through the captivating journeys of sports legends and an unlikely CEO, *Less than One Percent* unveils the untapped greatness hidden by conventional assessments. This book is a thought-provoking call to recognize the extraordinary talent within us all, urging a reevaluation of how we assess and...2025-01-215h 52

Urban Health WeeklyInterviews with Key Healthcare Opinion Leaders - Episode #40Dr. Imamu Tomlinson, Chief Executive Officer of Vituity, talks about the low number of US doctors of color in the field of medicine and its impact on medicine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2915 min

Health Professional Radio - PodcastRacial Disparities in HealthcareDr. Imamu Tomlinson, CEO of Vituity and a practicing emergency physician, discusses his own experience with discrimination as a Black American and how it has influenced his approach to leadership and medicine. He talks about conversations he has had with his physician teams about racial injustice, the role of healthcare in serving as an equalizer, and the impact healthcare access can have on bringing justice to local communities.2020-07-1900 min