Less Than One Percent

Spud Webb - Defying Gravity

How does a 5-foot-7 player rise above the giants of basketball and win the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Contest? For Spud Webb, the shortest NBA player at the time, it wasn’t about proving doubters wrong, it was about proving to himself that hard work is undefeated. 
In this episode, Spud Webb opens up about his journey from being underestimated to becoming one of the NBA legends who gave hope to “the little men” of basketball everywhere. He shares why showing emotion matters and how his true legacy goes beyond his Spud Webb height, by mentoring kids, coaching, and giving back to help others keep their dreams alive. 
In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson and Spud Webb reflect on resilience, challenging the status quo, and the power of generosity as a superpower. 
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Spud Webb - Defying Gravity (audio only)

How does a 5-foot-7 player rise above the giants of basketball and win the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Contest? For Spud Webb, the shortest NBA player at the time, it wasn’t about proving doubters wrong, it was about proving to himself that hard work is undefeated. 
In this episode, Spud Webb opens up about his journey from being underestimated to becoming one of the NBA legends who gave hope to “the little men” of basketball everywhere. He shares why showing emotion matters and how his true legacy goes beyond his Spud Webb height, by mentoring kids, coaching, and giving back to help others keep their dreams alive. 
In this episode of Less Than One Percent, Dr. Imamu Tomlinson and Spud Webb reflect on resilience, challenging the status quo, and the power of generosity as a superpower.
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LaDainian Tomlinson - Faith Unseen

In this episode of Less Than One Percent, we sit down with NFL legend and Hall of Famer, LaDainian Tomlinson, for a powerful conversation on faith, football, and finding purpose beyond the field. 
From his record-breaking career with the Chargers to the personal loss of his father, LaDainian opens up about the life lessons that shaped him, including how he stays grounded, inspirational NFL stories, and what humility truly means in the spotlight.  
This is the LaDainian Tomlinson story you haven’t heard. 
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LaDainian Tomlinson - Faith Unseen (audio only)

In this episode of Less Than One Percent, we sit down with NFL legend and Hall of Famer, LaDainian Tomlinson, for a powerful conversation on faith, football, and finding purpose beyond the field. 
From his record-breaking career with the Chargers to the personal loss of his father, LaDainian opens up about the life lessons that shaped him, including how he stays grounded, inspirational NFL stories, and what humility truly means in the spotlight.  
This is the LaDainian Tomlinson story you haven’t heard. 
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Charlene Li - Disruption Playbook

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 rooms where she was often the only one, and how her calm, focused approach makes her a force for lasting impact. 
This is how Charlene Li disrupted disruption, by simplifying complexity, building resilient teams, and turning chaos into clarity. 
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Charlene 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 rooms where she was often the only one, and how her calm, focused approach makes her a force for lasting impact. 
This is how Charlene Li disrupted disruption, by simplifying complexity, building resilient teams, and turning chaos into clarity. 
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Dr. Joel Bervell - Disruptive Hero

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 storytelling, particularly Anansi the Spider, shaped his identity, and how a TikTok recorded in his childhood bedroom sparked a movement during the COVID-19 pandemic. 
This is how Dr. Joel Bervell disrupted medicine, by demystifying it, challenging its blind spots, and becoming the face of the stories no one else was telling. 
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Dr. 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 storytelling, particularly Anansi the Spider, shaped his identity, and how a TikTok recorded in his childhood bedroom sparked a movement during the COVID-19 pandemic. 
This is how Dr. Joel Bervell disrupted medicine, by demystifying it, challenging its blind spots, and becoming the face of the stories no one else was telling. 
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Martellus 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 Martellus Bennett disrupted preconceived notions with pen and paper.  
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Martellus 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 Martellus Bennett disrupted preconceived notions with pen and paper.  
Visit www.imamutomlinson.com to learn more!