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Superhero Leadership with Peter Cuneo

Superhero Leadership with Peter Cuneo

By: Peter Cuneo
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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.Cuneo and Company, LLC Economics
Episodes
  • Celebrating 250 Years of Leadership That Built America!

    Celebrating 250 Years of Leadership That Built America!
    May 27 2026
    Before America became a nation, it was a leadership challenge. Risk. Fear. Division. Uncertainty. Sound familiar? In this powerful new series, Peter Cuneo explores the 28 leadership essentials behind the moments that shaped America - and why they matter more than ever today. If these principles survived 250 years… they’ll survive your challenges too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Leading the Turnaround Life

    Leading the Turnaround Life
    Feb 2 2026
    In the concluding episode of The Marvel Mindset, former Marvel CEO Peter Cuneo distills the core leadership lessons that shaped his career and drove Marvel’s historic turnaround. Speaking directly to aspiring leaders, he explores the realities of high-stakes corporate transformation, the personal and professional risks involved, and the question of whether turnaround work is suited for everyone. Cuneo underscores the leader’s responsibility to build healthy cultures, restore confidence, and communicate effectively—whether inspiring a crowd or steadying a discouraged organization. Drawing on his “28 Essentials for Superhero Leadership,” he offers a practical framework for evaluating one’s own leadership approach and navigating real-world challenges with clarity, discipline, and purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • The Strategic Logic Behind Disney’s Marvel Buy

    The Strategic Logic Behind Disney’s Marvel Buy
    Jan 26 2026
    Episode 9 of Marvel Mindset takes listeners inside one of the most consequential entertainment deals in history: Disney’s $4.5 billion acquisition of Marvel. Peter Cuneo breaks down how Marvel’s revival, led in part by the success of Marvel Studios, positioned the company for a premium sale and strategic alignment with Disney. He explains the negotiations, the business logic behind the deal, and how both companies shared a “Wagon Wheel” approach to monetizing intellectual property across multiple platforms. The discussion offers a rare insider’s look at turnaround strategy, value creation, and the long-game thinking that reshaped the global entertainment landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
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