Mo Gawdat

Mo Gawdat is the former Chief Business Officer of Google [X], host of Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat, and author of bestselling books Solve for Happy, Scary Smart, and That Little Voice in Your Head. After a 30-year tech career, including leading Google’s moonshot projects, Mo turned his focus to happiness research following the tragic loss of his son, Ali. His mission, #OneBillionHappy, aims to teach one billion people that happiness can be learned and shared. In Scary Smart, he explores AI’s future and humanity’s role in shaping it. His latest book, That Little Voice in Your Head, offers a guide to rewiring the brain for happiness. Through his podcast and global talks, Mo inspires millions to embrace joy, purpose, and a mindful approach to technology’s impact on our lives.