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Jordy Smith joins Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan on Pinch My Salt for an unreal conversation about professional surfing, the WSL Championship Tour, Kelly Slater, Dane Reynolds, Andy Irons, Billabong, Nike, O'Neill, Modern Collective, South African surfing, J-Bay, the North Shore of Hawaii, surf movies, sponsorship deals and one of the craziest untold stories in surf history. Jordy Smith is a World Junior Champion, X Games gold medalist, two-time World Title runner-up, Olympian and one of the longest-running surfers in modern Championship Tour history. In this episode, Jordy opens up about growing up in South Africa, becoming one of the most hyped young surfers in the world, being called “the next Kelly Slater,” traveling and surfing with Sterling Spencer as teenagers, competing against Kelly Slater, his legendary Modern Collective section, Dane Reynolds, the golden era of surf films and what professional surfing was really like behind the scenes. But the wildest story might be Jordy Smith's LOST SURF MOVIE. Jordy and Sterling spent months traveling through South Africa, the Maldives, Australia and beyond filming what was supposed to become Jordy's breakout surf movie. Then his relationship with Billabong fell apart, the hard drives disappeared, Jordy says he spent nearly 10 YEARS trying to track down the footage—and he still hasn't seen it. Then came the $500,000 lawsuit. Jordy talks about being a young rookie, coming from very little money in South Africa and suddenly facing a lawsuit so massive that his parents were considering selling their house and cars. It's an incredible look behind the curtain at the surf industry during one of its biggest eras. We also get into: Jordy Smith vs. Kelly Slater and whether Kelly was ever overscoredThe Jordy Smith vs. Dane Reynolds eraModern Collective and Jordy's insane surfing in 2010Why Jordy turned down Nike 6.0Flying to Nike headquarters on Phil Knight's private planeThe truth behind the Michael Jordan rumorsO'Neill, DVS and huge surf sponsorship dealsGrowing up surfing South Africa and Hawaii's North ShoreJ-Bay and Jordy's rise through professional surfingAndy Irons and the legendary Billabong surf teamMikey February and South African surf cultureWhy the surf industry changedCore surfing vs. mainstream surfingSurf shops, local shapers and the old surf industryJordy's plans after the Championship TourChasing undiscovered waves around the worldThe origin story of “YOU KNOW THE RULES”And why Jordy might be one of the funniest surfers alive. This is one of those episodes where surf history, surf culture and stories from professional surfing collide. If you grew up watching surf videos, following the ASP / WSL World Tour, watching Kelly Slater, Andy Irons, Dane Reynolds, Taj Burrow, Joel Parkinson, Jordy Smith and the generation that defined modern surfing, you're going to love this one. Leave Jordy some love in the comments and tell us: WHERE IS THE LOST JORDY SMITH FOOTAGE? Subscribe to PINCH MY SALT for more long-form surf interviews, surf history, surf culture, comedy, professional surfing stories and conversations with some of the biggest names in surfing. #JordySmith #Surfing #PinchMySalt #WSL #KellySlater #ProfessionalSurfing #SurfPodcast #SurfCulture #DaneReynolds #ModernCollective Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Simon sits down with David Etue, CEO of Cyberbit, a cybersecurity executive with more than 20 years of experience building, scaling, and leading organizations across startups, high-growth businesses, and global enterprises.David shares lessons from his journey across different leadership roles, including how working across multiple business functions gave him greater context and empathy as a CEO. He also explores the differences between leading small and large companies, creating a culture of innovation, learning from failure, navigating acquisitions, and building teams that can perform without the CEO becoming a bottleneck.The conversation offers practical insights for CEOs, founders, and business leaders looking to build high-performing teams, encourage innovation, and lead successfully through growth and change.Key MomentsDavid's journey from technology and cybersecurity into executive leadershipHow working across different business functions built context and empathy as a leaderWhat small companies do better—and what large organizations do better at scaleWhy successful innovation starts with the customer's problem, not the technologyHow small, autonomous teams can help large organizations innovate fasterWhy failure needs to be an acceptable part of an innovative company cultureWhy high-performing teams need ambitious goals and room to learn from missed targetsThe leadership lesson: fail differently, learn, and don't repeat the same mistakeWhy employees can struggle with the shift from startup autonomy to a larger organization after an acquisitionHow a CEO's role changes as a company grows and why leaders must avoid becoming bottlenecksDavid's three lessons for becoming a successful CEO: do what you love, develop empathy, and build a culture around your leadership principlesWhat's next for David: cybersecurity readiness, AI, private-equity leadership, and national securityTo learn more about David Etue, please visit her LinkedIn profileTo learn more about Cyberbit, please visit her website.YOUR HOST - SIMON LADER    Simon Lader is the host of The Conference Room, Co-Founder of global executive search firm Salisi Human Capital, and lead generation consultancy Flow and Scale. Since 1997, Simon has helped cybersecurity vendors to build highly effective teams, and since 2022, he has helped people create consistent revenue through consistent lead generation. Get to know more about Simon at:    Website: https://simonlader.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonlader  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/headhuntersimonlader/    The Conference Room is available onSpotifyApple podcastsAmazon MusicIHeartRadio

Trust is the thing every leader depends on and almost no one builds on purpose. In this conversation, Jenni sits down with Dr. Rob McKenna, founder of WiLD Leaders and author of Whole Leaders, Wild Trust, to talk about why trust is a byproduct of leader development, not a topic you can lecture your way into.Dr. Rob has spent decades running longitudinal leadership studies, including a six-and-a-half-year study following 120 leaders in aerospace, plus research with several thousand engineers moving into leadership roles and a multi-year study of leaders in large church organizations. What emerged surprised him: as teams did the work of understanding their own competence, motivation, and purpose together, they started trusting each other — without anyone naming trust as the goal.Jenni and Dr. Rob dig into why trust feels like air (essential, invisible, impossible to grab), what happens when a CEO's read on their culture is rosier than their employees', and the single question a leader can bring to their team on Monday morning that opens the door to real candor.What you'll hearWhy leader development and trust building turn out to be the same workWhether trust is genuinely harder to build today, and what social media may be doing to our appetite for candorThe trust quadrant: team trust on one axis, organizational trust on the other — and what it means to be in the "jungle" versus the "stronghold"The uncomfortable pattern in the data: leaders of low-trust organizations tend to think things are better than they are, while high-trust CEOs are accurate or under-rate their own cultureWhy the leaders most afraid to measure trust are usually the ones who already know it's lowJenni on the delta between how leaders experience culture and how employees doConnect with Dr. Rob McKennaWiLD Leaders: wildleaders.orgContact the team — contact@wildleaders.orgThe Leading Under Pressure Inventory and other assessments — wildleaders.org/the-wild-toolkitBook: Whole Leaders, Wild TrustWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us:Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we're available wherever you listen to podcasts.Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Send us Fan MailYour culture isn't what your organization says it values—it's what your leaders are willing to tolerate.In Part One of Your Culture Isn't What You Say—It's What You Tolerate, host Chris Comeaux sits down with Tom Foster, President of Foster Learning Corporation and author of Premeditated Culture: The Consequences of What We Tolerate, to explore how leaders intentionally—or unintentionally—shape organizational culture.Tom challenges leaders to look beyond mission statements, values on the wall, and aspirational language. Instead, he introduces the Culture Cycle and explains why leaders should start by defining the behaviors they want, then examine what happens when those behaviors collide with the consequences of reality. Because ultimately, the behaviors leaders reinforce, ignore, or allow to continue become the organization's real culture. Chris and Tom also explore why culture often deteriorates through seemingly small lapses in accountability and how pressures facing healthcare and hospice leaders—including workforce shortages, regulation, compliance, productivity demands, reimbursement pressures, and rapid change—can expose the difference between an organization's stated values and its actual behaviors. In This Episode:Why culture lives in what leaders tolerateThe difference between accidental and intentional cultureTom Foster's Culture CycleWhy leaders should define behaviors before beliefsHow accountability—or the lack of it—shapes workplace cultureWhy consultants should clarify before they fixHow small leadership omissions can slowly erode cultureHow healthcare pressures test organizational valuesWhat hospice leaders can learn about connecting behaviors with purposeThe question for every leader: Are the behaviors happening inside your organization consistent with the culture you say you want?▶️ Listen to Part One now, and subscribe so you don't miss Part Two of this important leadership conversation.Featuring: Tom Foster, President of Foster Learning Corporation and author of Premeditated Culture: The Consequences of What We Tolerate,Host: Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipTopics: Organizational Culture | Healthcare Leadership | Hospice Leadership | Accountability | Leadership Development | Workplace Culture | Organizational Behavior | Purpose-Driven Leadership | Culture ChangeThe Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership

After more than three decades in senior living, Tana Gall has witnessed nearly every evolution the industry has experienced. She reflects on what has remained constant throughout her 32-year career: the importance of creating communities where residents truly feel at home.The discussion explores how senior living operators can prepare for today's growing demand by designing communities that balance consistency with local character. Tana explains why every community should have its own unique personality while maintaining a strong organizational culture. She also shares how thoughtful design, meaningful amenities, and exceptional team members combine to create memorable resident experiences.Key IdeasTana Gall's 32-year journey in senior livingBuilding lasting organizational cultureWhy local community identity mattersDesigning communities around resident experienceCreating welcoming environments beyond beautiful buildingsThe post-pandemic senior living landscapeSupply and demand trends across the industryReimagining existing communitiesThe evolving expectations of today's older adultsRecruiting and retaining purpose-driven team membersMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucasmccurdyseniorlivingfan/Cameron Bell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-bell-322143147/Connect with Our GuestTana Gall: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tana-gall-53988b4/ Learn More About the Granger Cobb Institute for Business of Aginghttps://www.btgvoice.com/full-episode/429-nancy-swanger-senior-living-careers-education-granger-cobb-institute Produced by Grit and Gravel Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.

Technology has made life easier, faster, and more convenient.But what happens when convenience slowly teaches us to stop paying attention?In this episode of the Culture Matters Podcast, Jay Doran welcomes back Russ Starke, former CEO of Think Company as well as Gnosko Bio, and current VP of Strategy and Growth at Weidenhammer, nearly seven years after Russ first appeared on the show.What begins as a conversation about systems thinking quickly becomes an exploration of one of the defining challenges of modern life: remaining awake, aware, and human in a world increasingly designed to think, decide, remember, and act on our behalf.Russ has spent his career thinking about the relationship between people and the systems they interact with. When those systems are designed well, technology can remove unnecessary friction and create extraordinary experiences. But when they are designed poorly, or intentionally designed to exploit behavior, convenience can become something very different.Subscriptions renew unnoticed. Algorithms compete for attention. Technology removes small responsibilities from everyday life. AI produces more information than people have time to evaluate. Slowly, we can begin outsourcing not only tasks, but attention itself.Russ argues that the answer is not rejecting technology.It is vigilance.Jay and Russ explore what happens when people stop examining the systems surrounding them and simply allow those systems to carry them forward. They discuss everything from recurring subscriptions and social media to healthcare, politics, hiring, AI, consulting, creativity, parenting, and the lingering cultural effects of the pandemic.The conversation also becomes deeply human.Russ explains why he keeps guitars hanging within reach in his home. Sometimes he wants something real. Something physical. Something that requires his attention. Something a person could have experienced a century ago in almost exactly the same way.That leads Jay and Russ into a larger conversation about music, vinyl records, books, philosophy, creativity, friendship, neighborhoods, and experiences that resist endless optimization.Because perhaps not every inconvenience needs to disappear.In this episode, Jay and Russ discuss:Why poorly designed systems rob people of time and autonomyThe difference between benevolent design and intentionally manipulative “dark patterns”Why convenience can eventually create its own form of frictionThe growing responsibility to protect and direct our attentionWhy some parts of being human should not be automatedTechnology's relationship with distraction and the loneliness epidemicHow the pandemic may have permanently altered social behavior and cultureWhy older ideas and ancient philosophy deserve to be revisitedWhat guitars, vinyl records, and physical experiences can teach us about attentionUsing AI to enhance human capability rather than replace humanityHow AI is changing organizational bottlenecksWhy generating work instantly can unintentionally create more work for everyone elseThe anxiety created when employees believe they are training technology to replace themHow AI is transforming recruiting, resumes, and hiringWhy entry-level knowledge workers may face some of the greatest disruptionThe human capabilities organizations may value most in an AI-enabled worldWhy consulting and professional services still require judgment, perspective, and subjective human thoughtThe difference between using AI to strengthen your thinking and outsourcing your thinking entirelyWhy creativity feels different when the human being disappears from the creative processThe responsibility to question systems rather than blindly trust themUltimately, Russ is not arguing for a return to the past.Technology has improved human life in extraordinary ways, and AI has the potential to expand what individuals and organizations are capable of accomplishing.The challenge is remembering that progress does not eliminate responsibility.We still have to examine. We still have to question. We still have to decide what deserves our attention. We still have to think for ourselves.Because the greatest danger may not be that technology becomes capable of doing everything for us.It may be that we become so accustomed to letting it that we forget which parts of being human were never supposed to be outsourced.

What happens when a Louisiana duck hunter builds one of the fastest-growing HVAC companies in the region and turns a small convenience store into a destination for hunters?Host Wade Shoemaker sits down with Seth Chapman, owner of Chapman's Air Conditioning and Perry Outfitters, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, waterfowl hunting, social media, and the values that guide both his businesses and his life.Seth shares stories from growing up in coastal Louisiana, hunting the marshes around Pecan Island, and learning the outdoors from his father and generations before him. The conversation explores everything from building a company from a single service truck to managing dozens of employees, opening Perry Outfitters, and creating a community centered around hunting and the outdoors.Along the way, Seth reflects on how duck hunting has changed over the years, memorable hunts with family and friends, social media's role in modern outdoor culture, and why authenticity still matters in an increasingly online world.Topics CoveredGrowing up hunting in coastal LouisianaLife around Pecan Island and Vermilion ParishBuilding Chapman's Air Conditioning from scratchThe creation and growth of Perry OutfittersChanges in Louisiana duck hunting over the yearsMemorable hunts and waterfowl traditionsSocial media and outdoor cultureWhy authenticity matters in hunting and businessBalancing family, work, and the outdoorsListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.orgSPONSORS:Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you're winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

Culture isn't built by inspirational posters or carefully written mission statements—it's built through the systems, behaviors, and decisions leaders make every day.In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with workforce strategist Anya Soto to explore what it really means to operationalize culture as organizations grow. We discuss why trust begins with difficult conversations, how to translate values into measurable behaviors, why onboarding is often the biggest missed opportunity, and how leaders unintentionally destroy culture by tolerating the wrong behaviors.We also dive into hiring for outcomes instead of tasks, building coaching capabilities in managers, creating scalable people systems, and ensuring strategy cascades throughout the organization.If you're leading a growing company and want your culture to become a competitive advantage instead of a vague aspiration, this episode provides practical frameworks you can implement immediately.In this episode, you'll learn:Why culture is a system—not a feelingHow to translate values into daily behaviorsThe biggest hiring mistakes growing companies makeWhy onboarding determines long-term successHow managers become the true owners of cultureWhy what leaders tolerate defines organizational cultureHow to build trust through consistent leadershipHow to operationalize culture as your company scalesConnect with Anya SotoWebsite: https://www.culturecraftersus.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyasoto/ Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

No matter how much we'd like it to be true, we can't think our way into changing.We have so much information, language, and so many tools to help us understand what makes us tick right at our fingertips. And who doesn't love a quiz, a personality test, a self-help book, or (ahem) a podcast that helps us make sense of ourselves and others in our personal and professional lives?Whether it's Myers-Briggs, StrengthsFinder, your Enneagram, or your astrological chart, you probably have years' worth of exposure to various categories, frameworks, and language to call on. And yet, you still feel like a stranger to yourself in the moments that matter most.Because we can't intellectualize our way through change. We have to feel it. We have to do it.This is where trauma-informed leadership work actually lives, not in collecting more language for what's wrong with you or others, but in helping you recognize the echoes of your own story that are still running the show, and developing the skills to help you take action and choose differently.Today's guest has spent her career studying people, the soul, and how we relate to ourselves and others. But in writing her most recent book, she found she had to dig deeper into her own story and start to really live the work herself. And when she started living things differently, she realized there was no looking back.Dr. Alison Cook is a therapist, psychologist of religion, bestselling author, and host of the top-ranked The Best of You podcast. Widely recognized for her ability to bridge faith and psychology in a way that is both deeply practical and spiritually alive, Dr. Alison has spent over two decades helping people move from feeling disconnected to feeling secure, grounded, and loved. Her books, including Boundaries for Your Soul and The Best of You, have sold over 150,000 copies. She and her husband, Joe, are the parents of two adult children and call the mountains of Wyoming home.Listen to the full episode to hear: How Alison navigated the personal and professional anxieties raised as she brought her own story into her new bookWhy revisiting her adolescence was a deeply vulnerable but necessary piece of learning to notice her inner bids for connectionHow minimizing our everyday wounds impacts us individually and as a cultureWhy doing the inner work of witnessing yourself is part of getting your needs met in the outside worldWhy self-awareness and conscious choice matter when it comes to engaging our controllers and escape hatchesHow developing trust in her fundamental belovedness gives Alison the security to be accountable to the people in her lifeLearn more about Dr. Alison Cook:WebsiteThe Best of You PodcastInstagram: @dralisoncookFacebook: @dralisoncookThe Secure Soul: Finding Inner Strength and Connection When Trust Doesn't Come EasyLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:FootlooseIrvin D. YalomDopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, Anna Lembke MDInto the Quiet: Following Jesus in a World of Noise, John Mark ComerTaylor Swift - The Fate of OpheliaPretty in PinkChapters:(00:43) - Introduction (09:46) - Belonging to Our Story (15:53) - Anticipating the Costs (19:28) - Rage Journaling and Attachment Wounds (30:01) - Inner Work and Right Sized Needs (34:22) - Controller Parts Explained (40:22) - Recognize, Return, and Divine Love (43:58) - Leadership Without Othering (48:46) - Inner Life Shapes Leadership (51:25) - Rapid Fire Questions (55:30) - Where to Connect (56:14) - Closing Thoughts

Most churches think attendance is the goal.But what if attendance is actually the result of something else?In Episode 228 of Fly on the Wall, I sat down with my friend Bobby from Missouri to talk about practical church growth strategies and how getting more people engaged can create sustainable growth.Bobby's church has experienced an incredible turnaround, growing from around 20 people to a couple hundred. But with that growth comes a new challenge:How do you move new people from simply attending to actually becoming part of the church?I believe one of the biggest mistakes churches make is treating attendance as the lead goal.It's not.Engagement is the lead goal. Attendance is the lag goal.When people begin serving, they build relationships. They experience discipleship. They develop a sense of ownership. And ultimately, they become more connected to the life and mission of the church.We also talked about something every church needs to take seriously: invite culture.Culture isn't changed by preaching about something once. It's built through the stories you tell, the heroes you make, and the things you celebrate.Here's some of what we unpack:Why engagement should be a primary goal for growing churchesHow to create a clear pathway from attendance to involvementWhy longtime volunteers can struggle to make room for new peopleHow 90-day engagement goals can create momentumWhy word of mouth remains such a powerful form of church marketingHow to test your marketing before investing more moneyWhy messages inspire, but systems change behaviorHow stories, heroes, and celebration shape your church's cultureWhy you should follow up with the person who brought the guest, not just the guestHow to know whether invite culture is actually becoming part of your churchIf you want sustainable church growth, don't just ask, "How do we get more people in the room?"Start asking, "How do we help the people already coming become part of the mission?"

#087.  What if the best way to teach your kids about money isn't a piggy bank or a savings account — but a silver coin they can hold in their hand?  In this episode, Justin sits down with Dana Samuelson, president of American Gold Exchange and a 45-year veteran of the precious metals industry, for a conversation that will change the way you think about gold, silver, and how to pass real financial wisdom on to your kids.Dana and Justin cover:Why gold and silver aren't investments — they're a savings technology, and why that distinction mattersThe history of gold as money, and why most North Americans have lost touch with precious metals cultureWhy central banks around the world are buying gold at record levels — and what that signals for everyday familiesThe macro forces currently driving gold and silver prices, including debt, de-dollarization, and geopolitical tensionThe growing counterfeit problem in the physical metals market and how to protect yourselfWhy a one-ounce silver coin is one of the most powerful financial teaching tools a parent can put in their child's handsPhysical gold and silver vs. ETFs — and when each makes senseThe stepped-up cost basis advantage of passing precious metals on to your heirsJustin also shares how this conversation inspired him to take his own kids to their local gold and silver dealer — and convert their savings into Canadian Silver Maple Leafs as a hands-on money lesson.Whether you're a seasoned precious metals investor or have never owned an ounce of gold in your life, this episode is essential listening for any parent who wants to raise financially literate kids.Connect with Dana Samuelson: American Gold Exchange — amergold.com | info@amergold.comShow notes and more at:https://moneydadpodcast.com/session087Support the show

What if the most expensive line item in your business isn't payroll — it's the conversation you keep avoiding?This episode exposes a hidden growth ceiling most founders don't recognize: avoided conversations. When leaders delay hard feedback, unclear expectations, or boundary-setting, they silently absorb the operational cost.Dawn breaks down why silence at the top creates decision bottlenecks, cultural avoidance, and unnecessary founder workload and how to use AI as a thinking partner to walk into tough conversations with clarity.If your business feels heavier as it grows, this episode explains why and what leadership shift unlocks scale.If your business still requires you in every decision, every approval, and every difficult conversation, that's not a team problem it's a leadership architecture problem. Inside CEO Clarity Consulting, we rebuild your decision structure, ownership model, and leadership role so the business can move without everything running through you.Key TakeawaysWhy avoided conversations quietly become the most expensive operational drag in your businessHow silence at the top shapes your company cultureWhy founder overload is often a leadership architecture problemThe leadership shift that removes the founder bottleneckHow to use AI to prepare for difficult leadership conversationsResources & LinksCEO Clarity Consulting Free Guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderRelated Episode:116 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being December's Bottleneck (The August Delegation Fix)Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Values are easy to claim when nothing is at stake.Their real value appears when living them costs you something.In this monologue episode of the Culture Matters Podcast, Jay Doran explores the moment when organizational values stop being words and become decisions. He argues that the true test of a value happens at the edge, when a leader is faced with the possibility of losing revenue, people, reputation, control, status, or certainty by choosing to uphold what they say they believe.Jay compares leadership to climbing a mountain. The higher you climb, the more you can see, but the consequences of a fall become greater. That is precisely when values matter most. They provide direction when the path is uncertain, the decision is uncomfortable, and doing what is right may carry an immediate cost.The episode examines what happens when leaders avoid those moments. Contradictions accumulate. Information stops flowing. Side conversations replace direct conversations. Politics and bureaucracy emerge. People become afraid to tell the truth. Eventually, if an organization refuses to hold itself accountable internally, the marketplace and its customers will do it for them.Jay also explores one of the most difficult responsibilities of leadership: admitting when you are wrong.Ownership alone, however, is not enough. When a leader acknowledges a mistake but continues the same behavior, unpredictability grows and trust declines. When ownership is followed by genuine behavioral change, the opposite can happen. Vulnerability can strengthen relationships, restore credibility, and inspire people who recognize their own struggle to live up to their highest standards.In this episode, Jay explores:Why the true value of values appears when they are testedWhat it actually costs a leader to enforce organizational standardsWhy leadership becomes more difficult as responsibility, authority, and status increaseThe relationship between truth, accountability, and healthy cultureWhy avoiding difficult decisions creates larger organizational problemsHow side conversations, scapegoating, and politics emerge when accountability disappearsWhy leaders must take ownership when they fail to live up to their own standardsThe difference between admitting a mistake and actually changing behaviorHow inconsistency destroys predictability, morale, and trustWhy customers eventually hold organizations accountable when leaders refuse toHow enforcing values naturally pulls aligned people closer and pushes misaligned people awayWhy respect is created through congruence between what a leader says and what they consistently doThere may be a short-term cost to enforcing a value. There may be tension, uncertainty, emotional discomfort, or even loss.But refusing to enforce it creates a far greater long-term cost.Because values are not proven by what appears on the wall, in the handbook, or in the company presentation.Values become real when they are enforced. Enforcement creates reality. And reality is culture.

Eric Ward's Original Birth Theory | The Origin War Campaign TwoThe Origin War has begun.For decades, Harry Carr's Transitional Theory shaped how many historians understood the origins of speculative Freemasonry.But in 1978, Eric Ward challenged one of its central assumptions.What if speculative Freemasonry didn't gradually evolve from the medieval operative lodges?What if it was a new institution, deliberately created by educated gentlemen who borrowed the symbols, language, and traditions of the stonemasons while building something entirely different?In this episode of Masonic Muscle, we examine Eric Ward's Original Birth Theory as presented in Ars Quatuor Coronatorum and later summarized by Roeinton B. Khambatta.Together we'll explore:Why Ward challenged Harry Carr's Transitional TheoryThe difference between institutional continuity and symbolic borrowingWhy England and Scotland may need to be studied separatelyThe role of seventeenth-century intellectual cultureWhy historians distinguish evidence from interpretationCampaign Two isn't about telling you what to believe.It's about learning how to investigate history.Sources Used in This EpisodeEric Ward, "The Birth of Freemasonry," Ars Quatuor Coronatorum, Vol. 91 (1978).Roeinton B. Khambatta, "Ars Quatuor Coronatorum of the Twentieth Century (with Discussion of a Single Theme)," AQC Vol. 114.Harry Carr, The Transition from Operative to Speculative Freemasonry.Continue the InvestigationVisit the new Masonic Muscle website at masonicmuscle357.riverside.com and subscribe to the Masonic Muscle Dispatch newsletter on Riverside for:Exclusive research notesEpisode announcementsReading recommendationsSource referencesAdditional historical content

Welcome to the Atomic Anesthesia podcast hosted by CRNA professor Dr. Rhea Temmermand and Co-Founder Sachi Lord. On this show, you'll hear clear, clinically grounded discussions designed for nurse anesthesia residents and CRNAs who want to feel more confident in complex pharmacology, physiology, and real-world anesthesia decision-making.Want more content like this? Become a member of our learning platform: http://atomicanesthesia.comIn this episode:Why the anesthesia staffing shortage has created one of the strongest job markets ever for new CRNAsWhat chief CRNAs are actually looking for during interviews and how to stand out as a candidateHow to evaluate your first CRNA job based on pay, location, flexibility, autonomy, and most importantly, cultureWhy you have more leverage than you think when choosing a job, plus one simple interview strategy that can make you unforgettableTo contact Braden Clark, CRNA you can email him at: bradenmclark6@gmail.com

What if the biggest threat to your startup isn't competition, funding, or even product-market fit—but your own management team?In this episode of Liftoff with Keith, I sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and author Hunter Hastings to explore one of the most important—and controversial—ideas in modern entrepreneurship.Hunter is the co-author of Venture Mode: Escape the Administration Trap by Finding and Unleashing Entrepreneurial Leaders, where he argues that companies rarely fail because they grow too quickly. Instead, they lose the entrepreneurial behaviors that made them successful in the first place.As organizations scale, speed gives way to bureaucracy, customer obsession is replaced by internal process, and entrepreneurial leaders become administrators.We dive into what Hunter calls "The Administration Trap"—and how founders can avoid it.In this episode we discuss:Why management—not growth—is often what kills startupsThe earliest warning signs that bureaucracy is taking overHow founders can add structure without losing entrepreneurial cultureWhy customer value—not internal metrics—should drive every decisionHow to identify and empower entrepreneurial leaders inside your companyWhy traditional MBA thinking often fails foundersCash flow, value creation, and building resilient businessesHow AI is changing the economics of startups and leadershipThe biggest misconceptions founders and investors have about scaling companiesHunter's personal lessons from decades as a CEO, investor, executive, and educatorIf you're a founder, executive, investor, or anyone leading a growing company, this conversation offers a fresh framework for scaling without sacrificing innovation.Connect with KeithIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another founder or operator.Follow Liftoff with Keith for conversations with the entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators building the future.Sponsor Info: We are strategic business advisors with decades of leadership experience and a proven track record of driving businesses' growth. We specialize in creating custom-tailored strategies to introduce your company, drive growth, build leadership teams, and ensure companies implement appropriate compensation programs. Our mission is to utilize our expansive network to benefit your company https://www.compass-strategic-advisors.com/Connect with Hunter: Book: Venture Mode: Escape the Administration Trap by Finding and Unleashing Entrepreneurial Leaders https://www.amazon.in/Venture-Mode-Administration-Unleashing-Entrepreneurial-ebook/dp/B0FQWF2FP5LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunterhastings/Website: https://venturemode.biz/ Subscribe for more founder insights and hit the bell for notifications! Follow us on our channels for exclusive startup content and behind-the-scenes insights from interviews like this one. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cFpLXfYvcUsxvsT9MwyAD?si=f5a14e779777487d Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/liftoff-with-keith-newman/id1560219589 Substack: https://keithnewman.substack.com/ Newman Media Studios: https://newmanmediastudios.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/liftoffwithkeithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithNewman285Website: https://liftoffwithkeith.com/Want to build a high-growth company without falling into the administration trap? Subscribe to Liftoff with Keith and follow for weekly conversations with the founders building what's next.

Ever go into a meeting with a major donor with a plan to ask for a gift, and something throws you off?You leave the meeting kicking yourself because you didn't make the ask. You had a purpose for the meeting, but somehow you got off track, and now you feel like you wasted your time with this major donor.This has happened to me what feels like 10,000 times in my career. And after coaching 651 nonprofit CEOs, development directors, and major gifts fundraisers over the last eight years, I've seen the same thing happen again and again.In this episode, I'm sharing a behind-the-scenes clip from one of my weekly CourageLab coaching calls. We get into the hidden dynamics behind why we back down in major donor meetings, especially with rich, powerful, assertive donors, and what you can actually do about it.What you'll learn in this episodeHow difference and power dynamics can take you off track in a donor meetingHow to relate to rich, powerful people without giving away your own powerWhy you must reclaim your power when a conversation gets uncomfortableThe dynamics you need to understand when it feels hardest to hold your groundWhat really stops you from making the askWhy asking donors for advice can be a dumb ideaWhere confidence actually comes from, and how to strengthen it in tough circumstancesHow to develop a no-pressure fundraising cultureWhy great partnerships are built on honesty, not just transparencyWhy giving donors more information can actually create more confusionIf you've ever felt like your best-laid plans are hard to stick to when you're sitting across from a powerful, rich, assertive donor, this episode is for you. If I were sitting down with you over coffee and sharing the truths I hope would get into your bones, this is that conversation.Every nonprofit founder, CEO and fundraiser needs this conversation. share this with a colleague or friend. DM me the letters CL on LinkedIn if you'd like to learn more about CourageLab and raise more unrestricted major gifts.Want 15 leads in 5 minutes? DM me "Breakfast burrito" on LinkedIn and I'll send you a pdf and 6-minute training to help you generate 15 leads for your nonprofit in minutes. It's totally free. All you need is an email to sign up. DM me "Breakfast burrito" - I'm from Texas, what can I say? - to get your pdf and mini training.If you're an ED or DD of a $1M+ making a difference in your community and you're ready to make bigger, bolder asks, then DM me “CL” on LinkedIn and I'll share details.

In today's episode, I'm talking about the danger in “you can't hurt my feelings - I work with my family.” This is often a sign that we've learned to disconnect from our own pain.When we normalize harsh words and emotional wounds, we normalize unhealthy relationships. Over time, we convince ourselves that being hurt is just part of the job (or culture).Numbness doesn't mean we're okay, though - it simply means we've stopped noticing the bleeding. The cost of that mindset reaches far beyond hurt feelings. It affects our families, communities, and even the future of agriculture.Ultimately, real change (and good movement) doesn't begin with everyone else - it begins with us.In this episode, I cover:Why harsh words shouldn't be normalized as part of family cultureWhy numbness is NOT the same as strengthThe disproportionately high suicide rates among farmers & ranchersHow we can help reverse this harmful rhetoricMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/you-cant-hurt-my-feelingsConnect with Terryn:Follow on Instagram @terryn.drielingCheck out my websiteSend me an email at terryn@terryndrieling.comResources & Links:Schedule a free consult and see if 1:1 Good Movement Guidance is right for you – mention “castpod” when you book to receive 10% off!Check out my merch shopJoin the waitlist for the Good Movement CollectiveGood Movement music by: Aaron EspePodcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

What does it take to build multiple successful businesses and stay ahead of changing industries?In this exclusive interview on Business Today, Gene Valentino shares his incredible journey—from helping build Cellular One during the birth of the wireless industry to creating a multi-billion-dollar payment processing platform and becoming a nationally recognized political commentator.Gene discusses:How he entered the cellular phone revolutionBuilding and selling successful businessesLeadership lessons every entrepreneur should knowCreating a winning company cultureWhy investing in people mattersElon Musk, innovation, Starlink, and the future of technologyBusiness risks, entrepreneurship, and making bold decisionsThe role of government, free markets, and economic opportunityWhy America remains the best place to build a businessWhether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, investor, or someone looking for motivation to pursue your goals, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real-world experience.

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with Martha Munroe, author of Attuned Exercise, to explore what it means to build a healthier relationship with movement. Drawing from over two decades in the fitness industry and her background in positive psychology and embodiment, Martha shares a compassionate alternative to the shame, guilt, and perfectionism that so often define exercise routines.Martha shares how her perspective on fitness evolved after recognizing the harm caused by weight-centric messaging and toxic fitness culture. Together, she and Leah unpack the difference between exercising from a place of self-criticism versus self-compassion, why motivation rooted in shame rarely lasts, and how reconnecting with your body can make movement feel supportive rather than punishing.Whether you're recovering from chronic dieting, healing your relationship with exercise, or simply looking for a more sustainable approach to movement, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective rooted in curiosity, body trust, and self-respect.You'll hear about:What attuned exercise is and how it differs from traditional fitness cultureWhy self-compassion is a more sustainable motivator than guilt, shame, or self-criticismHow diet culture and beauty ideals shape our relationship with movementThe role of embodiment and body trust in creating a healthier exercise practicePractical ways to reconnect with movement after burnout, perfectionism, or chronic dietingMentioned in this episode:

Teachers, coaches, and mentors influence far more than academics or athletic performance. The way they encourage, challenge, correct, and respond to mistakes can shape how kids see themselves for years to come.In this episode, Mac Zambrano talks with John Crane about how trusted adults can build confidence, create healthy expectations, respond well to mistakes, and remind kids that performance matters, but performance does not define them. You'll hear about:Why teachers, coaches, and mentors can have such a significant influence on a child's mental and emotional healthWhy sports can become a “laboratory for life”How to separate a child's identity from their performanceThe difference between healthy challenge and unhealthy performance pressureWhy consistency and honesty build trust with kids and teensHow favoritism can quietly undermine a team's cultureWhy encouragement is especially important when correction is necessaryHow an adult's apology can build rather than diminish credibilityWays parents, teachers, and coaches can work together instead of against one anotherThe value of giving parents and coaches time to cool down before addressing conflictHow adults can help kids set their own goals and navigate the difficult moments involved in reaching them, andWhy the conversations that seem ordinary today may be remembered by a child decades from nowKids may forget the score or assignment, but they rarely forget the adult who saw them, believed in them, and helped them through a difficult season. Need support for a child, teen, family, or the people you lead? Care to Change is here to help. Visit the Care to Change website to connect with our team, explore resources, or learn more about how we support individuals, families, schools, churches, and organizations. 

Antisemitism is often treated as something that belongs to another time and place—Nazi Germany, the Holocaust, or centuries-old persecution in Europe. Moreover, it's also often framed as something only Jews should worry about.But historian Pamela S. Nadell argues that antisemitism has a much longer—and much more American—history than many of us realize... and history shows us that its poison often bleeds into other communities, as well.Pamela is an award-winning historian, professor and the Patrick Clendenen Chair in Women's and Gender History at American University, and author of Antisemitism, an American Tradition.In this episode, we trace antisemitism from its centuries-old roots to its evolution in America—and ask what that history can teach us about the moment we're living through now.We talk:How antisemitism evolved from medieval Europe to early AmericaThe Rothschilds, Henry Ford and the rise of antisemitic conspiracy theoriesHow antisemitism became embedded in American institutions and cultureWhy post-WWII America became a relative “golden age” for American Jews—and what changedThe Tree of Life massacre, October 7 and today's “high tide” of antisemitismWhat Zionism actually means—and when anti-Zionism crosses into antisemitismAntisemitism on college campuses and across the political right and leftHow social media gives centuries-old antisemitic ideas new lifeWhy antisemitism is never just about Jews—and what its rise can tell us about a societyYou can find Antisemitism, an American Tradition—winner of the 2025 National Jewish Book Award for American Jewish Studies—HERE.

If attention has become the most valuable currency in business, how should organizations protect it without reducing people to metrics?In this solo episode, Jay Doran explores one of the defining leadership questions of the modern era: how leaders can measure, reward, and protect attention while preserving the humanity, creativity, and purpose of the people inside their organizations. As work becomes increasingly fragmented and employees juggle competing identities, organizations must rethink how they inspire commitment without creating cultures built solely on performance measurement. Jay argues that the greatest threat to modern organizations isn't a lack of talent—it's scattered attention. As companies grow, communication slows, bureaucracy expands, and psychological safety becomes more difficult to maintain. Leaders are challenged not only to make better decisions but to create environments where ideas move quickly, trust remains high, and people feel safe contributing what only they can contribute. In this episode, you'll discover:Why attention has become the primary currency between organizations and their peopleThe balance between measurement, accountability, and preserving human potentialHow silence inside organizations becomes one of the greatest barriers to innovationWhy psychological safety is essential for high-performing culturesHow organizational growth naturally increases bureaucracy and slows information flowWhy leaders must shorten the distance between problems and decisionsThe growing influence of private capital on entrepreneurship and organizational cultureWhy transparency is no longer optional for modern leadershipThe mindset shift leaders must embrace before implementing new strategiesThroughout the episode, Jay challenges leaders to resist the instinct to immediately search for tactical solutions. Instead, he encourages them to slow down, question long-held assumptions, and recognize that today's organizational challenges require an entirely different way of thinking. Rather than asking, "What should we do?" the better question may be, "Who must we become?" This conversation is less about finding quick answers and more about developing the awareness necessary to lead through a changing world.Because the future won't belong to the organizations that simply measure attention.It will belong to the leaders who know how to earn it, protect it, and direct it toward something bigger than themselves. 

Nantucket's "No Influencers" Sign Started a Gender and Class War, Here's What It's Really AboutSUPPORT MY WORK: Buy a paid subscription to my newsletter at https://www.usermag.co     Support my work on Patreon: http://patreon.com/taylorlorenz Last week, the internet exploded after a small Nantucket shop posted a simple sign reading "No Influencers." What started as a local controversy quickly became a national debate about influencer culture, old money, quiet luxury, class, authenticity, and the future of social media.In this bonus episode of Power User, I'm joined by freelance reporter Andrea Domanick, co-host of The Culture Journalist podcast and newsletter, to unpack the most cursed discourse of the summer. We get into why this fight is not actually about one sign or one influencer, and who gets to define status, taste, and authenticity in America's most exclusive spaces. We explore:The Four Winds Craft Guild controversyPaige Lorenz and Dairy BoyQuiet luxury and the old money aestheticThe rise of influencer cultureWhy "influencer" has become a loaded wordThe history of influencer bansSocial media, class, and cultural capitalWhy privacy has become the ultimate luxury

Most people see Denmark as the epitome of trust and transparency, but beneath its idyllic reputation lies a fascinating and surprisingly scandal-ridden political landscape. Join us as political YouTuber Jonas Laursen, an expert on Danish politics, pulls back the curtain on some of the country's most outrageous recent scandals: mink culling, illegal instructions, social media mishaps, and bizarre political antics. Discover how these controversies have shaped Denmark's political scene and what they reveal about the state of trust, transparency, and power in one of the world's most admired democracies.In this episode, we break down:The infamous mink culling scandal and its environmental and political falloutThe curious case of deleted messages and the phrase “Liu Mede, Live with it”The rise and fall of political parties like the Citizens Party and Denmark DemocratsHow politicians navigate social media—owning their mistakes or fueling new scandalsThe unexpected impact of personal issues—ranging from love lives to drug scandals—on political careersThe peculiar Danish election system that allows outsider candidates to challenge traditional party politicsWhy even scandals involving legal gray areas become magnified in Denmark's unique political cultureWhy does this all matter? Because even the most stable societies have darker secrets. Denmark's scandals serve as a mirror to its broader democracy, revealing the human flaws behind its trust and high standards. Whether you're a political junkie, a curious expatriate, or simply fascinated by how small nations deal with big issues, this episode offers a revealing glimpse into Denmark's political secrets, stuffed with surprises that will keep you listening and laughing. Jonas Laursen is a Danish political YouTuber known for making Danish politics accessible and engaging in English. His deep expertise and sharp analysis make complex scandals understandable for international audiences, helping break language barriers and distrust around Danish politics.Perfect for anyone interested in political scandals, European democracy, or a behind-the-scenes look at a country often hailed as a Scandinavian paradise, until you dig a little deeper.Get more of Jonas:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjonaslaursen/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonas.laursen5YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jonasblaursen

Culture doesn't maintain itself.Every organization naturally drifts toward disorder unless someone intentionally restores alignment. In this solo episode, Jay Doran explores one of leadership's greatest responsibilities: not creating culture once, but continually regulating, renewing, and protecting it as organizations grow and evolve. Drawing connections between business, family systems, organizational governance, and even nations, Jay argues that leaders are constantly transmitting signals through their behavior. Employees aren't simply listening to what leaders say—they're interpreting what leaders consistently value, reward, tolerate, and ignore. Those signals ultimately determine whether culture compounds or decays over time. In this episode, you'll discover:Why leaders regulate culture whether they realize it or notHow behaviors communicate values more powerfully than mission statementsWhy organizations naturally drift toward cultural decay without intentional leadershipThe connection between trust, information flow, and organizational healthHow acquisitions, succession planning, and rapid growth challenge company cultureWhy successful founders often struggle to preserve the values that created their successThe importance of balancing creation and consumption as organizations matureHow leaders unknowingly send signals that either strengthen or weaken accountabilityWhy culture must continually be renewed—not simply protectedThroughout the conversation, Jay examines how great organizations preserve their identity while adapting to changing generations, new technologies, and increasing complexity. He reflects on why the strongest cultures aren't static—they evolve without abandoning the principles that made them successful in the first place. This episode serves as a reminder that leadership isn't measured by titles or authority. It's measured by the environment leaders create and the example they consistently model.Because culture doesn't decay overnight.It drifts one signal, one behavior, and one neglected conversation at a time. 

What if the most valuable asset in your organization isn't your capital, your technology, or even your people?What if it's their attention?In this milestone solo episode, Jay Doran explores one of the defining leadership challenges of the modern workplace: the battle for human attention. As employees increasingly seek purpose, identity, and meaning in their work, organizations can no longer rely on compensation, job titles, or efficiency alone. Today's leaders must earn trust, cultivate alignment, and create environments worthy of people's focus. Drawing from philosophy, organizational psychology, economics, and leadership theory, Jay examines why culture has become a leading indicator of business performance. He argues that organizations are no longer competing solely for customers—they are competing for the sustained attention, belief, and commitment of the people who make serving those customers possible. In this episode, you'll discover:Why attention has become the scarcest resource inside modern organizationsHow trust shapes employee engagement and organizational performanceThe growing connection between personal identity and organizational cultureWhy leaders must communicate purpose more clearly than ever beforeThe hidden cost of disengagement in the age of constant digital distractionHow psychological safety creates stronger cultures without sacrificing accountabilityWhy innovation depends on people who believe in something larger than themselvesWhat today's workforce expects from leadership that previous generations often did notWhy culture is no longer a lagging indicator of success—but one of its strongest predictorsThroughout the episode, Jay challenges leaders to think beyond systems, processes, and productivity metrics. The organizations that thrive in the years ahead won't simply optimize operations—they will intentionally cultivate trust, meaning, dialogue, and shared purpose across every level of the business. This conversation is an invitation to rethink what leadership truly demands in an era where every notification, every distraction, and every competing narrative is fighting for the attention of your people.Because wherever attention goes...Culture follows. 

The monsoon doesn't just bring rain—it brings life.In the final part of India, Explained: The Monsoon – The Season That Built India, we explore how generations of Indians learned to live in rhythm with the rains. From ancient farming traditions and festivals to modern cities, climate change, and the future of water security, discover why the monsoon continues to influence nearly every aspect of life in India.As weather patterns become more unpredictable, one question becomes increasingly important: Can India adapt to a changing monsoon?In this episode:How the monsoon shaped agriculture and everyday lifeThe rains in India's festivals, literature, and cultureWhy cities celebrate—and struggle with—the monsoonHow climate change is making the monsoon less predictableWhat the future of India's most important season could look likeSources:• India Meteorological Department (IMD)• IPCC Sixth Assessment Report (AR6)• Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India• Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India• India Meteorological SocietyInstagram: @samarthchittaTwitter: @samarthchittaEmail: samarth.chitta@gmail.com

What if your organization's greatest competitive advantage isn't your strategy, technology or market position, but your culture?In this episode of Built In, FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead sits down with Paul Grunau, Chief Learning Officer at API Group, a global provider of life safety, security and specialty services with more than 29,000 team members operating across 20-plus countries. Together, they explore how API has built leadership development into the fabric of its organization, using culture as the foundation for sustained growth, successful acquisitions and long-term business performance.Paul shares his journey from business owner to executive leader, reflecting on the lessons learned through acquisition, leadership and building an enterprise where developing people is viewed as both a responsibility and a competitive advantage. He also discusses how API scales leadership development across a decentralized global organization, creates shared beliefs that shape culture, and why meaningful cultural change requires long-term commitment from leaders at every level.Whether you're building future leaders, integrating acquisitions, or working to strengthen your organization's culture, this conversation offers practical insights on creating a people-first organization that delivers lasting results.Key Topics Discussed:Why culture can become a lasting competitive advantageBuilding leadership development into an organization's purposeScaling culture and leadership across a global enterpriseCreating shared beliefs that drive consistent behaviorsThe role of CEOs and senior leaders in shaping cultureWhy successful acquisitions begin with cultural alignmentLessons on leadership from a career spanning owner, operator and executiveWhy developing leaders is a long-term investment, not a short-term initiative

What separates families that simply survive from families that truly thrive?In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis answer questions from an upcoming leadership panel and reveal the intentional systems, habits, and biblical principles that have helped shape their family over the past 17 years.In this episode you'll learn:The moment they knew family was their God-given missionWhy successful families don't happen by accidentThe importance of weekly family team meetingsHow forgiveness strengthens family cultureWhy structure creates freedom instead of restrictionBuilding family systems that actually workMatching your intentionality at home with your ambition at workIf you've ever wondered how to create a peaceful, connected, Christ-centered family culture, this episode offers practical tools you can begin using today.

Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!! You Must Decide Who You Are | Alison Godfrey on Authentic Leadership & Entrepreneurship | Undiscovered EntrepreneurEpisode Summary: What does it take to jump off a cliff — professionally, financially, and personally — when you have no idea what you're doing? Alison Godfrey did exactly that. She left corporate when it crossed her values line, imported a product from Finland before she knew what a letter of credit was, sat in Bill Gates's boardroom while imposter syndrome screamed at her to leave, and built a career on one unshakeable principle: you must decide who you are.In this episode of Undiscovered Entrepreneur: Get Across the Start Line, Alison shares hard-won wisdom on leadership, team dynamics, founder ego, friendly candor, and the one piece of advice every entrepreneur needs before they do anything else.What You'll Learn:How Alison went from no plan to importing Finnish heart rate monitors with zero experienceWhy building the airplane on the way down is sometimes the only way to flyThe difference between networking to use people and forming relationships that lastWhat imposter syndrome looks like in a Fortune 500 boardroom — and how to push through itWhy the right questions matter more than having the right answersHow a heated confrontation with a lead scientist completely transformed her company's cultureWhat friendly candor is — and why Pixar's model should be in every startupThe founder ego trap that causes team resentment and kills company cultureWhy self-reflection is the most important business strategy you're not doingTimestamps:[00:00:00] – Introduction & Welcome[00:01:30] – Why Alison Left Corporate: When Business Crosses the Values Line[00:02:00] – Jumping Off the Cliff: Importing Finnish Heart Monitors With No Idea What She Was Doing[00:03:30] – Fear Is Part of the Formula — But Not Where to Focus[00:04:30] – FEAR: False Evidence Appearing Real[00:05:30] – How a Brother-In-Law, a Canadian Contact & a Finnish Company Changed Everything[00:07:00] – Networking vs. Relationship Building: The Critical Difference[00:09:00] – The Entrepreneur Community: You Are Not Alone[00:10:30] – Imposter Syndrome at Any Stage — Including Bill Gates's Boardroom[00:12:00] – Why Questions Matter More Than Answers[00:13:30] – What Investors Really Want to Be Asked[00:15:00] – What Stops Most Entrepreneurs: Team Misalignment & Founder Ego[00:17:00] – Friendly Candor: The Pixar Model Every Startup Needs[00:19:00] – The Pitfall She's Proud Of: A Lab Confrontation That Changed Her Leadership[00:22:30] – How Monday Morning Meetings Became a Collaborative Breakthrough[00:25:00] – The One Piece of Advice: You Must Decide Who You Are[00:27:00] – Don't Confuse Authenticity With Style[00:27:30] – Alison's Six-Month Goal: Startups, Culture & Not-For-Profits[00:30:00] – How to Find Alison & ConnectBook Mentioned:

Whether you're a CPA starting a firm, an operations manager, or a managing partner looking at succession options, understanding what actually drives firm valuation in today's intense M&A market is critical. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Mike Payne, a veteran M&A consultant who has spent nearly two decades facilitating accounting firm mergers, acquisitions, and private equity investments. Mike pulls back the curtain on transactions ranging from $1M to over $100M to explain exactly how buyers evaluate practices and why the traditional metrics you read about are often just hearsay. In this episode, we explore: The Revenue vs. EBITDA Shift: Why the accounting world has fundamentally shifted from gross revenue multiples to Adjusted EBITDA valuations. The Private Equity (PE) Reality: How the massive influx of outside capital is reshaping deal structures, increasing cash at the table, and forcing traditional firms to change. The CAS and Tax Premium: Why a strong Client Accounting Services (CAS) department and recurring, sticky tax revenue can instantly add multiples to your firm's value. The "Airport Test" for Culture: Why early-stage deal-making fails without alignment on culture, leadership, and operational tech stacks. Stress-Testing Internal Succession: Real-world tactical advice for firm owners who want to successfully pass the baton to the next generation of junior partners. The Fiercely Independent Path: Why selling isn't your only choice, and how to build a highly profitable, independent firm by playing defense against consolidation. Key Benchmarks Mentioned: Healthy Profitability: Why 30% to 35% bottom-line profit (pre-owner compensation) is the gold standard benchmark for an attractive firm. Partner Billable Hours: The hidden red flag of high partner-level billable hours that can tank your valuation during due diligence. Featured Guest: Mike Payne  

Everyone wants confidence.Everyone wants to feel safer.Everyone wants to be stronger, healthier, and more capable.But very few people want the process required to become those things.In this episode, John and Josh discuss why motivation is overrated, why discipline matters more than ever, and how modern convenience is making people mentally and physically fragile.They break down:Why social media rewires expectationsThe difference between motivation and disciplineWhy confidence is earned through repsThe danger of convenience cultureWhy failure is necessary for growthHow martial arts and fitness build resilienceBecause under stress, you don't rise.You default.And if you want confidence, capability, and resilience—you have to earn them.Key TakeawaysMotivation comes and goes. Discipline remains.Confidence is built through repeated exposure to discomfort.Modern culture rewards convenience over mastery.Failure is necessary for adaptation and growth.Real training requires consistency, not inspiration.Doing hard things builds resilience.Who This Episode Is ForMartial artistsFitness enthusiastsParentsEntrepreneursCoaches and instructorsResponsible firearm ownersAnyone struggling with consistencyAnyone seeking greater discipline and resilience

This week on PT Breakfast Club, Tony Maritato, Dave Kittle, and Jimmy McKay look at a real physical therapy Instagram ad and ask a simple question:Would this actually make someone take action?The answer leads to a bigger conversation about physical therapy marketing, cluttered ads, weak offers, fake scarcity, AI-generated creative, trendjacking, TikTok Shop, LinkedIn recruiting, and how clinics can earn attention without looking like everyone else.The crew talks about why “free physical therapy” may not be the irresistible offer some clinics think it is, why too many visuals and calls-to-action can make an ad feel cheap, and why AI can help create marketing but still needs a human being to check whether the final product makes sense.They also get into Dave's orange square LinkedIn post, Tony's AI-generated Home Depot knee replacement image, and whether viral content is worth anything if it does not connect back to revenue.The big takeaway:You cannot interrupt a pattern if you do not have a pattern.In this episodeWhy many PT ads feel cluttered or cheapThe problem with “free PT” as a marketing hookWhy scarcity needs to feel realHow AI-generated ads can fail without human reviewWhat PTs can learn from trendjacking and meme cultureWhy attention only matters if it connects to a business goalHow TikTok Shop could become an opportunity for PT creatorsWhy Dave's orange square LinkedIn post workedHow clinic owners can create better behind-the-scenes contentWhy clear beats clever, and clear definitely beats clutterBest quote“You can't interrupt a pattern if you don't have a pattern.”

Don't roll your eyes because this is NOT the kind of episode where you're gonna be guilt tripped. This week it's just me telling you the WHOLE story of how I actually got into non-toxic living , plus my favorite swaps we use in our home. AND the things we do that cost ZERO money. In this episode, I'm getting into:Where my passion for clean living ACTUALLY startedHow years of acne taught me that my body responds to its inputsThe baby acne + dairy allergy season that changed everything for our familyMy honest (and kinda spicy) hot take on crunchy cultureWhy everything has a cost, and sometimes that cost is just your bandwidthOur real swaps for what goes IN, ON, and AROUND your bodyWhere do I even start with non-toxic living?How do I go crunchy on a BUDGET?The non-toxic swaps that are completely FREE----------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT LINKS•✨ Join our Mom Club on Patreon HERE ✨

If you've ever made a business decision, then spent the next three days asking everyone except yourself whether it was the right one, this conversation is for you.In this episode of the Feminine Fire Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author, award-winning teacher, and PhD researcher in women's spirituality, Megan Dalla-Camina, to talk about her latest book, She Who Remembers, and the path back to trusting yourself.Megan spent 18 years in corporate, including as Head of Strategy at IBM, before a major burnout in her mid-30s cracked everything open. She's spent the years since helping women find their way back home to themselves, through her company Women Rising and her research into feminine wisdom.In this chat, we get into what internalised patriarchy actually looks like in the day-to-day of running a business, why so many of us outsource our intuition before we've even asked ourselves the question, and her simple five-minute practice for staying connected to what you already know. We also talk about the difference between resistance and intuition, what it really looks like to choose "less" in a culture obsessed with more, and why your business should fit into your life, not the other way around.Things You'll Learn In This Episode of Feminine FireWhat internalised patriarchy is and how it becomes your own inner criticWhy we outsource our wisdom (and the simple shift to start trusting yourself first)Megan's five-minute practice for staying conscious and connected to your own knowingHow to tell the difference between resistance and intuitionWhat it looks like to build a business around your values instead of hustle cultureWhy "what does a yes feel like in your body" might be the most important business question you askConnect with MeganMegan's Instagram: @megandallacamina Women Rising's Instagram: @womenrising.coWebsite: megandallacamina.comConnect with BecInstagram: @bec_cuzzilloSpiritual Business Mistressmind: Work with me in 2026Free Guide: Soulful Sales Scripts for Selling in the DMsWebsite: www.beccuzzillo.com 

What if the most popular religion in America isn't Christianity, Islam, or atheism?What if it's the worship of self?In this episode of Rooted in Logos, Brad examines the growing belief that truth, identity, and morality should be determined by the individual rather than by God. From the Garden of Eden to modern slogans like "follow your heart" and "live your truth," the temptation remains the same: to become our own authority.Drawing from Scripture, culture, and personal experience, this episode explores the origins of self-rule, the promises it makes, and the consequences it produces. You'll hear how the rebellion of Lucifer, the fall of Adam and Eve, and the temptation of Christ all point to the same fundamental question:Who gets the final say—God or me?Topics include:The rise of expressive individualismThe dangers of "live your truth" cultureWhy personal autonomy has become a modern idolThe connection between Genesis 3 and today's cultural momentHow Jesus responded to the temptation of self-ruleWhy true freedom is found in submission to God, not independence from HimWhether you're a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode challenges one of the most influential assumptions of our time and asks a simple but profound question:Will we trust God to define reality, or will we attempt to define it ourselves?Scripture References:Genesis 3, Matthew 4, Judges 21:25, Jeremiah 17:9, Romans 1, and others.Connect with Rooted in Logos:Follow, rate, and share the podcast to help others engage thoughtfully with Scripture, theology, and culture from a biblical worldview.

Many organisations want a positive workplace culture, but creating one is easier said than done.How do you know what your culture is really like? What role do leaders play? And why do some organisations create environments where people thrive, while others struggle with engagement, retention, and performance?In this episode of HR Coffee Time, Fay is joined by workplace culture and leadership expert Aoife O'Brien, founder of Happier at Work and author of the bestselling book Thriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention.Aoife shares her Thriving Talent framework and practical advice to help organisations create cultures where people can thrive. Together, Fay and Aoife explore psychological safety, leadership, values, strengths, employee needs, and practical ways to improve the experience of work for everyone.In This Episode, You'll Learn:The framework Aoife uses to help organisations create cultures where people thriveWhy psychological safety is the foundation of a thriving workplaceWhy culture is not HR's responsibility aloneThe role leaders play in shaping workplace cultureHow to identify what your workplace culture is really like todayPractical ways to involve employees in shaping cultureWhy many organisations have "accidental leaders" - and the impact this can have on engagement and retentionHow HR can build the business case for investing in leadership developmentWhy values, strengths, and employee needs play such an important role in helping people thrive at workPractical ways to identify your strengths and understand what helps you do your best workChapters[00:00] - Why workplace culture matters[01:34] - Introducing Aoife O'Brien[04:14] - Why Aoife wrote Thriving Talent[07:09] - The Thriving Talent framework explained[10:00] - The research behind the framework[13:55] - Why psychological safety matters[14:27] - Is workplace culture really HR's responsibility?[17:28] - How to define the culture you want[19:15] - The challenge of accidental leaders[25:27] - Making the business case for leadership development[30:03] - What helps people thrive at work?[35:22] - Values, needs and strengths[39:27 ]- Book recommendations[40:44] - How to connect with Aoife[41:49] - Closing and book giveaway reminderSpecial Offer for HR Coffee Time ListenersAoife has kindly arranged a 10% discount on her book, Thriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention. Use this link to access the discount.Useful LinksConnect with Aoife O'Brien on LinkedInVisit Aoife's Happier at Work websiteLearn more about the Thriving Talent bookConnect with Fay on LinkedInLearn about Fay's Essential HR PlannerLearn about Fay's Inspiring HR Leadership ProgrammeBooks Recommended In This EpisodeThriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention - Aoife O'BrienInsight: How to succeed by seeing yourself clearly - Dr Tasha EurichDare to Lead - Brené BrownYour Best Meeting Ever - Rebecca HindsHelpful Episodes to Listen to NextEp 47: Discovering your values to help your HR Career, with Zoe HawkinsEp 107: The Impact of Imposter Syndrome at Work and How to Tackle It Head-On, with Aoife O'BrienEp 136: How to shape a winning workplace culture when you work in HR, with Annabelle Lawson and Paula BrockwellEp 114: What Workplace Culture Is, How to Measure It, and a Surprising Way to Improve It, with Arend BoersemaEp 76: HR Insider tips on how to create an amazing remote working culture, with Claire CathcartEnjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Sign up for the free weekly HR Coffee Time email to be notified each time a new episode is released - and get free career tips, tools, and resources.Mentioned in this episode:Kara Connect - Help When It's Needed MostMenopause, grief, ADHD, relationship breakdown... Every day, employees dealing with these situations are turned away by their EAP because they didn't qualify for counselling. When someone finally asks for help, they deserve better. Visit Kara Connect, where no employee is ever turned away. Kara Connect

Has Christianity become too feminine? In this episode of the Give Me Liberty Podcast, Ryan Helfenbein sits down with pastor, theologian, and author J. Chase Davis to discuss the growing crisis of masculinity in America and the Church.They explore why so many young men feel disconnected and directionless, how modern churches often prioritize comfort over courage, and why Christian men must reject both victimhood and passivity. Topics include:The feminization of modern cultureWhy churches struggle to develop strong menBiblical masculinity and Christian leadershipThe importance of physical fitness and disciplineWhy victimhood is destroying a generation of young menHow men can embrace responsibility, purpose, and courageWhether you're a pastor, father, husband, or young man searching for purpose, this conversation offers a compelling vision for faithful Christian masculinity in a culture that increasingly rejects it. Subscribe for more conversations defending life, liberty, and truth.

Why do 70% of change efforts fail — even when leadership is fully committed? The answer isn't strategy or resources; it's the hidden stories people unknowingly carry that silently block every initiative.In this episode, Ronica Roth, author of “Practice Makes Culture” and co-founder of The Welcome Elephant, shares a practical framework for creating lasting organizational change. Drawing on 25 years of experience helping teams and companies transform, she explains why culture declarations and vision speeches alone never work — and what leaders at any level can do instead. Ronica introduces the concept of “welcoming elephants” — the emotional, systems, and room elephants that surface whenever change is attempted — and why acknowledging them is the first step toward real progress. She also unpacks why most culture lives beneath the surface, in hidden stories that employees carry without realizing it, and how those stories quietly undermine even well-designed initiatives.The conversation covers how to build psychological ownership so people invest in change rather than just comply with it, and why small, intentional daily practices — not grand overhauls — are what actually shift culture. The discussion also touches on applying these principles to AI transformation, where the emotional stakes are especially high and the hidden stories especially loud.Key topics discussed:Why 70% of change efforts fail — and what to do about itThe three types of “elephants” blocking organizational changeHidden stories: the invisible force sabotaging your cultureWhy declaring a new culture is necessary but not sufficientHow to create psychological ownership (not just buy-in)Using meetings as a daily practice for cultural changeLeading AI transformation with vulnerability and structureThe WOOP method for making personal behavior change stickTimestamps:(00:00:00) Trailer & Intro(00:02:43) Why Ronica Write a Book About IT Culture?(00:05:14) What Are the Three Types of Elephants That Hold Organizations Back?(00:11:05) Why Do 70% of Change Efforts Fail?(00:15:45) How Does Ronica Define the Different Layers of Culture?(00:20:57) Why Is Declaring a New Culture Necessary But Not Sufficient?(00:23:12) What Are the Three Pillars of Your Cultural Transformation Framework?(00:39:28) How Can You Turn Meetings Into a Daily Practice for Cultural Change?(00:48:51) How Can Leaders Address the Emotional Elephant of AI Transformation?(00:56:13) Can You Apply These Culture Change Principles to Personal Growth?(01:02:06) What Are the Five Culture Hacks for Scaling Cultural Impact?(01:04:49) 3 Tech Lead Wisdom_____Ronica Roth's BioRonica Roth is a transformation expert dedicated to revolutionizing how organizations work. As cofounder of The Welcome Elephant consultancy, she helps leaders build thriving cultures where both business results and human potential flourish. With deep expertise in product management, business agility, and organizational change, Ronica brings a unique perspective shaped by her certification as a Leadership Circle® practitioner and her distinguished background as a Certified Scrum Trainer Emeritus. Her approach is informed by an MS in Journalism from Northwestern University and enriched by her earlier career in newspapers, giving her exceptional skills in storytelling and communication crucial for effective organizational change.Follow Ronica:LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/ronicaroth Practice Makes Culture – itrevolution.com/product/practice-makes-cultureThe Welcome Elephant – thewelcomeelephant.coPractice Makes Culture Substack - practicemakesculture.substack.comLike this episode?Show notes & transcript: techleadjournal.dev/episodes/261.Follow @techleadjournal on LinkedIn and Instagram.Buy me a coffee or become a patron.

In Episode 137 of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie discuss one of the most powerful exercises they've ever experienced:

In this episode of Breaking the Chain, Nathaniel Chapman and Terentia Browne explore one of the most important, and often most avoided, responsibilities of leadership: having difficult conversations.From underperformance and workplace tension to poor behaviour, conflict, and organisational change, leaders are often faced with conversations they know they need to have but delay because of fear, discomfort, uncertainty, or the desire to keep the peace. But avoidance rarely protects a team. More often, it creates confusion, weakens trust, damages culture, and allows small issues to grow into bigger problems.Nathaniel and Terentia unpack why leaders avoid these conversations, what it costs individuals and teams when issues are left unaddressed, and how leaders can approach difficult conversations with empathy, curiosity, clarity, and accountability.The episode also explores:Why leaders delay difficult conversationsThe danger of prioritising short-term comfort over long-term team healthHow avoided conversations impact trust, performance, and cultureWhy underperformance should be addressed earlyThe ripple effect of unresolved tension between team membersHow emotional intelligence helps leaders navigate conflictWhy feedback can be an act of kindness when delivered with carePractical ways to approach difficult conversations more confidentlyThis conversation is a reminder that leadership is not only about strategy, performance, or decision-making. It is also about the courage to address what matters before silence becomes costly.Connect With the Hosts:Nathainel ChapmanTerentia BrowneFollow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel TalentInstagram: @ImpelTalentJoin us for illuminating discussions, practical insights, and a roadmap for thriving in an ever-shifting world. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we break new ground in leadership excellence! 

Welcome to Skill Up, the newest segment of The Experimental Leader Podcast, where Melanie Parish and Mel Rutherford break down practical leadership skills that help leaders grow, develop teams, and create lasting impact.In this episode, Skill Up: Developing People, Melanie and Mel explore why employee development is one of the most powerful tools in leadership today. They discuss how strong leaders create opportunities for growth, mentor emerging talent, and build workplace cultures where people feel supported, challenged, and empowered to evolve.This conversation dives into leadership development, mentorship, employee engagement, performance evaluations, workplace culture, coaching, and the importance of investing in both quiet and outspoken team members. Melanie also shares why developing people is valuable even when employees eventually move on to new opportunities.Whether you are a manager, executive, entrepreneur, HR professional, coach, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical leadership insights you can immediately apply to your organization and career.In this episode:How to develop employees effectivelyWhy mentorship matters in leadershipCreating a culture of growth and accountabilitySupporting employee engagement and professional developmentLeadership strategies for building stronger teamsHow development conversations improve workplace cultureWhy investing in people strengthens organizations long termGet free access to the Leadership Blueprint course for podcast listeners using the code ODYSSEY:https://www.experimentalacademy.com/leadership-blueprintThe Experimental Leader Podcast explores leadership, innovation, inclusivity, coaching, workplace culture, and human centered leadership through honest conversations and actionable ideas.Follow, rate, and review The Experimental Leader Podcast on Apple Podcasts to stay connected with future Skill Up episodes and leadership conversations designed for modern leaders.Listen now and start experimenting with your leadership.

If you've been questioning spirituality, feeling trapped by self-development, or constantly trying to “fix” yourself to manifest the life you want, this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air. In this deeply vulnerable and unfiltered conversation, Marley Rose Harris shares a life-changing realization she received during meditation about what she calls the “new age spirituality wound” and how chasing external answers disconnected her from her own inner truth.Drawing from her recent time in Nosara, meditation practices, heartbreak, healing, and her evolving philosophy around spirituality and manifestation, Marley explores how modern spirituality can sometimes become another form of control, shame, avoidance, and dependency. She opens up about losing trust in herself, restricting her life in the name of being “spiritual,” and the breakthrough that finally brought her back to freedom, presence, and self-trust.This episode is raw, real-time processing, and one of Marley's most honest conversations yet.What You'll LearnWhat the “new age spirituality wound” actually is and how it keeps people stuckHow modern spirituality can disconnect you from your own intuition and inner sourceWhy trying to control life is the opposite of true spiritualityThe deeper meaning of spirituality and the origin of the word “spirit”How Marley realized she had stopped fully living in the name of being “spiritual”The connection between control, avoidance, shame, and self-development cultureWhy heartbreak, grief, and difficult emotions can actually be deeply spiritual experiencesThe difference between guidance and dependency when it comes to coaches, mentors, and healersThe “wave analogy” for navigating life instead of resisting itWhy the most spiritual thing you can do is fully experience your lifeKey Quotes“The most spiritual thing that you can do is live.”“You already have everything within you.”“This new age spirituality wound is a prison.”“I stopped living because I thought I was spiritual.”“Trying to control life is actually the opposite of spirituality.”“When you resist life, you become disoriented.”“The answer is not outside of you.”“You are your own source of everything.”Resources:

What can businesses learn from cults?It might sound like an uncomfortable comparison: one involves strategy meetings, values statements and quarterly targets; the other manipulation, charismatic leaders and extreme behaviour. But perhaps the distinction isn't as clear as we'd like to think. Both create identities and shared beliefs. Both shape how people think and behave. And both can evolve gradually in ways that are hard to recognise from the inside.Unhealthy cultures rarely appear overnight. Small compromises become normal, difficult questions become harder to ask, and behaviours that once felt uncomfortable slowly become accepted.Episode Overview On this episode, I'm joined by Tobias Sturesson, culture advisor and author of You Can Culture, whose understanding of organisational culture comes not from business school, but from a deeply personal experience growing up inside a religious community that gradually evolved into a cult.Drawing on his own story — and his work helping organisations create healthier cultures — Tobias explains why good people can become part of unhealthy systems, why speaking up is often far harder than leaders realise, and why culture is shaped far less by mission statements than by the everyday behaviours people learn to accept.We also explore:How communities and organisations can slowly drift into unhealthy patternsWhy leaving damaging environments is often much harder than outsiders imagineThe role of sunk costs, identity and belonging in keeping people trappedWhy organisations often mistake symptoms for root causesThe difference between “tone from the top” and “example from the top”Why humility may be one of the most underrated leadership traitsThe dangers of leaders creating the appearance of listening without genuinely hearing peopleWhy culture initiatives often fail to create lasting behavioural changeHow everyday leadership habits shape organisational cultureWhy discomfort is often necessary for growthGuest Profile - Tobias SturessonTobias is a culture advisor, speaker and author focused on helping organisations build healthier cultures and develop more responsible leadership practices. His work combines personal experience with research and practical interventions designed to help organisations identify and address the root causes that undermine cultural health. He is the author of You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success.Links Tobias on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobiassturesson/Heart Management - https://www.heartmanagement.org/Tobias' Book: You Can Culture – https://youcanculture.com/AI-Generated Timestamped Summary 00:00 — Introduction: What can cults teach us about culture?03:00 — Tobias's story of growing up inside a community that became a cult08:30 — How unhealthy environments evolve gradually11:00 — Why leaving can be harder than joining13:00 — The importance of people who help without judging16:00 — Turning personal experience into professional purpose19:00 — Why organisations often misunderstand their own problems23:00 — Humility as a leadership strength26:00 — The tension between expertise and curiosity29:00 — Why business systems often reward the wrong behaviours33:00 — The importance of listening and asking better questions38:00 — Why reflection matters in fast-moving environments42:00 — Culture as everyday conversations and habits45:00 — Leadership signals and behavioural norms49:00 — Building healthier cultures through leadership habits53:00 — Why changing culture is difficult but necessary56:00 — Creating a movement for healthier leadership

This week on The Sidebar Podcast, Leise Winny and Royce ask a simple question with complicated answers:Who are the real ones anymore?The episode opens with global politics, internet culture, and identity all colliding at once. From conversations around political corruption and the optics of the Trump–China trip, to asking whether Drake is actually back, the hosts break down how performance, branding, and perception shape modern culture.Things quickly spiral into classic Sidebar territory with a hilarious but painfully real conversation about Black men on vacation attire, bigger men at the beach or pool, and why some people transform into yacht influencers the second they leave the country.The hosts also tackle a growing cultural frustration:Can we stop inviting everybody to the proverbial Black picnic?The conversation dives into “honorary Black people,” cultural boundaries, identity, and why some communities struggle to protect spaces without feeling guilty about it.Royce leads the second segment with one of the episode's deepest conversations:“Vulnerability today is harder than sex.”In a world driven by hookup culture, attraction often starts and ends with appearances. The hosts unpack emotional unavailability, surface-level dating, and the idea that some people are beautiful physically but impossible to truly connect with emotionally — like their personality is behind a paywall.Leise shifts the conversation into a broader social critique:Why do we victim-blame before we critique society itself?Using viral stories and public reactions, the discussion explores the “fast girl” narrative, public shame, and society's tendency to punish individuals while ignoring the systems that shape behavior in the first place.Royce then zooms out philosophically with a conversation about belief:“Adults call it belief because imagination is for kids.”From religion and manifestation to conspiracy theories and dating expectations, the hosts unpack how adults build entire identities around things they choose to believe — whether those beliefs are healthy, comforting, or dangerous.Leise closes the episode with a simple but powerful reminder:“It's OK to be Black.”The final segment reflects on identity, self-acceptance, cultural pride, and the pressure many Black people feel to constantly explain themselves, soften themselves, or make others comfortable.Funny, layered, chaotic, and honest — The Real Ones is about authenticity in a world built on performance.Political corruption & the Trump–China tripIs Drake back?Black men on vacation culture“Honorary Black people” discourseVulnerability Today Is Harder Than SexHookup culture & emotional disconnectAttraction vs emotional intimacyPaying to “download” personalityVictim-Blaming & SocietyThe “fast girl” narrativeViral outrage & public judgmentSystems vs individualsBelief vs RealityReligion, manifestation & conspiracy cultureWhy adults cling to belief systemsIt's OK to Be BlackIdentity & authenticityCultural pride & self-acceptance

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: AI & AUTOMATIONMicrosoft AI chief gives it 18 months for all white-collar work to be automatedAI backlash becomes a real business riskOpenAI claims it solved an 80-year-old math problem — for real this timeSpotify launching verification badges for podcasts to help listeners avoid AI slopGemini will use Volvo's external cameras to interpret parking signsCYBERSECURITY & PRIVACYHackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect IranA student with a laptop and a radio stopped four high-speed trainsFour OpenClaw flaws let attackers steal data, escalate privileges, plant backdoorsMozilla to UK regulators: VPNs are essential privacy and security toolsBUSINESS & MARKETSSpaceX reveals plan for $1.75tn stock market debut that could make Musk a trillionaireFintech firm Mercury hits $5.2 billion valuation after funding roundTRANSPORTATION & MOBILITYWaymo pauses Atlanta service as its robotaxis keep driving into floods$130 a year for EV drivers? Lawmakers push federal road-use feeCONSUMER TECH & CULTUREWhy 'smart' products have started to look like the dumb choiceAndroid boss reveals the unsurprising reason Google Glass ended up in the tech graveyardSpotify will start reserving concert tickets for fansPhilips' new display has a screen on both sidesWEIRD AND WACKYBitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' 11 years agoAI radio hosts demonstrate why AI can't be trusted aloneSwatch shuts UK stores after crowds queue for new watchChewing gum restores dad's taste and smell years after CovidTech Rec:Sanjay - OpenRouter Adam - Lovable's mobile appFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y'all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

What happens when strong leaders slowly stop speaking?In this reflective solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard explores the hidden cost of compliance-based leadership cultures and the long-term impact they can have on trust, alignment, and organizational health.Drawing from personal leadership experiences, conversations with leaders around the country, and John Maxwell's “Law of the Lid,” Darrin unpacks what happens when high-capacity leaders find themselves working in environments driven more by control and compliance than collaboration and alignment.This episode is not about criticizing leaders. It's about understanding how organizational cultures develop, why strong leaders sometimes disengage quietly, and how intentional alignment work can help teams rebuild trust and move forward together.In this episode, Darrin discusses:The difference between compliance-based and alignment-based leadershipJohn Maxwell's “Law of the Lid” and how it impacts organizationsWhy strong leaders often become quieter instead of combativeThe emotional and cultural impact of low-trust leadership environmentsHow political behavior and silence slowly erode healthy cultureWhy leadership alignment matters more than forced complianceThe importance of creating trust, contribution, and shared ownershipHow leaders can still positively influence culture within their sphereKey Takeaways:Compliance may create short-term control, but alignment creates long-term health.Silence inside leadership teams is often a warning sign, not a sign of agreement.Healthy organizations allow honest dialogue, healthy tension, and contribution.Leadership culture outlives individual leaders—for better or worse.Alignment work is intentional work.SponsorThis episode is sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with schools and districts nationwide to provide evidence-based high-dosage tutoring support in Math and ELA while helping schools remain intentional about staff capacity and student support systems.Learn more here: HeyTutor

Mark Stiles joins Ned Schaut for a grounded, honest conversation about raising a large blended family, building intentional family culture, and redefining what strong fatherhood really looks like.Mark and his wife are raising eight children ranging from ages 3 to 19—including biological, step, adopted, and special-needs children. What unfolds in this episode is not polished parenting theory. It's real-life fatherhood: chaotic dinners, Sunday family traditions, hard conversations with teenagers, caring for a daughter with Down syndrome, and learning how to stay deeply present through it all.At the center of Mark's philosophy is a simple but powerful goal:Raise kids who are happy, healthy, and productive.But as this conversation unfolds, those words become much deeper than surface-level comfort or success. Mark and Ned unpack:Why involvement matters more than perfectionHow dads can break unhealthy generational cyclesWhy boys need intentional preparation for adulthoodThe importance of one-on-one time with older kidsHow adoption and special-needs parenting can reshape an entire family cultureWhy the goal isn't controlling your kids—but creating a home they'll still want to come back toThis episode is especially powerful for:Fathers in blended familiesDads raising teenagersMen navigating busy, high-demand family lifeFathers trying to be more present than the example they receivedOne of the strongest moments in the episode:When Mark says his greatest hope is simple:“I want my kids to want to come to family dinner when they're adults.”That's legacy.---------Check Out the Program Talked About: Genesis by Rise Up KingsThis episode is sponsored by Genesis - a Rite of Passage by Rise Up KingsOrder The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book hereCheck out the TEDx----------Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?www.adventureoffatherhood.comwww.rebelandcreate.comEach week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: www.facebook.com/rebelandcreateMentioned in this episode:Rise Up Kings Genesis

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we sit down with racing legend Tony Stewart.From dirt tracks and Talladega stories to NASCAR, IndyCar, NHRA, sprint cars, and life after Cup racing—this episode goes everywhere.Tony talks about:The moment he knew NASCAR was changingOld-school racing stories most people have never heardGetting pulled over… multiple timesThe chaos of grassroots racing cultureWhy dirt racing still mattersLife after NASCAR and finding new challengesThis wasn't your typical polished interview. It turned into one of the funniest, most honest conversations we've had on the podcast.