The Marvel Mindset - Episode 2: Inside Marvel’s Financial and Cultural Crisis
Episode 2 Description:In this episode of The Marvel Mindset, Peter Cuneo dives deeper into the defining principles of successful corporate turnaround leadership, using Marvel’s dramatic revival as a real-world case study. Drawing from his experience leading seven major recoveries across global industries, Peter breaks down the financial, strategic, and cultural factors that determine whether a struggling organization can truly rebound. With candid insights into Marvel’s own crisis years—marked by instability, misalignment, and a dire balance sheet—he illustrates how disciplined financial management, cultural integrity, and decisive leadership set the stage for one of the most celebrated business transformations of the modern era. This episode offers essential guidance for leaders navigating complexity, change, and high-stakes decision-making.
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Introducing THE MARVEL MINDSET
Episode 1 introduces "The Marvel Mindset" with former Marvel CEO Peter Cuneo, who outlines the vision for the series and the leadership principles behind one of the most celebrated corporate turnarounds of the 21st century. Cuneo previews the strategies, decision-making frameworks, and his 28 essentials for superhero leadership that powered Marvel’s revival and eventual sale to Disney. Blending personal insight with practical guidance, he sets the stage for a season aimed at helping leaders across all fields strengthen their skills at a time when leadership development is more critical than ever.
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Patrice Gordon: Reverse the Roles, Elevate the Room
In this episode Patrice Gordon shares her transformative journey from
the youngest child of a loving Jamaican-British family to becoming a global authority on reverse mentoring. Her story is one of resilience and innovation, particularly in championing reverse mentoring, a method where senior leaders learn from younger and or underrepresented individuals within their organizations. This episode dives deep into how this approach not only fosters a culture of inclusion but also boosts organizational success by bridging generational gaps.
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Joe Hart: Building Leaders, One Mindset at a Time
In this episode host Peter Cuneo is joined by Joe Hart, the CEO of Dale Carnegie Training. Joe’s fascinating journey is highlighted, from his beginnings in law to leading a global organization focused on leadership excellence. Through a conversation rich in personal experiences and professional insights, Joe shares the influencing factors that
shaped his path, including the pivotal role Dale Carnegie’s principles played in his transformative leadership development.
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Michael Fabiano: Leading with Clarity, Fueling with Curiosity
Peter Cuneo hosts this inspiring episode featuring Michael Fabiano, a trailblazer in technology and media leadership. The discussion delves into Michael’s vast experience, his strategic transformation roles at NBC News and the Associated Press, and his current focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) news. His leadership journey is a testament
to innovation and adaptability amidst changing business landscapes.
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Superhero Leadership is the podcast that explores outstanding leadership through the lens of some of the most successful "superhero leaders" in business, sports, politics, the military, and public service.
This podcast is for anyone who aspires to great leadership.
Host Peter Cuneo has experienced superhero leadership throughout his life and career, from serving as a naval officer in the Vietnam War to being the CEO of Marvel Entertainment. Peter has completed seven business turnarounds in consumer products, media, and entertainment, and served on the boards of many public and private enterprises, often as chairman.
Drawing from his list of what he considers 32 essential qualities for great leaders, in each episode Peter and his guest will offer actionable takeaways you can immediately implement into your own life and career transforming you into a superhero leader.