IDEAS+LEADERS

In episode 320 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Maria Nemeth, psychologist, pioneer in human development and coach training, and author of The Energy of Money and Mastering Life’s Energies . She works with leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners who have achieved success but feel stuck or unsure what comes next. Maria’s TED talk asks a simple question: would it be OK with you if l...

In episode 319 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Elizabeth White, licensed mental health counsellor and founder of the Well Counseling Group and Loving Life with Liz. For more than a decade she has worked with women in high-stress roles, from CEOs and attorneys to professional athletes. For the past twelve seasons she has also served as Team Clinician for the Indianapolis Colts and sits...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Ruth E. Andermatt, founder of A.C.E. Inc. in Vancouver and a leadership coach with nearly three decades of experience working with senior leaders and C-suite executives, primarily women. A former university ice hockey scholarship athlete, Ruth also worked in corporate leadership as the only woman at her level. Ruth shares what sport taugh...

In episode 317 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Jesus de la Garza, leadership consultant, executive coach and founder of Monarch Leaders. Jesus has more than 40 years of experience as an entrepreneur and has delivered over 1,000 leadership sessions for the Entrepreneurs’ Organization. Drawing on four decades in business, Jesus shares what really matters in leadership. We talk about one...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Subodh Verma, cardiac surgeon-scientist at the University of Toronto, Canada Research Chair in Cardiovascular Surgery and TEDx speaker. He has opened more than 6,000 human chests and is one of the world’s most highly cited medical researchers. The operating room is one of the most demanding leadership environments there is. The stakes...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Travis D. Hahler , Senior Director of Global Strategy and Transformation at Salesforce, founder of The Neurological Nomad, and author of Rethink Resistance: Embracing Neuroscience to Lead Transformational Change . Drawing on more than 15 years of experience leading organizational transformation, Travis explains why resistance to change is...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Kristine Frost , former CHRO, founder, board director, and attorney by training, with 25 years of leadership experience across the automotive and industrial sectors. Having spent much of her career as one of the only women in the room, Kristine learned how communication, credibility, and influence really operate in demanding environments...

In episode 313 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Justin Goodbread , business strategist, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur who has grown and sold seven companies across multiple industries. We explore what it really takes to build a business that can scale beyond its founder. Justin shares why entrepreneurs should think beyond revenue and profit and focus on creating...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Elizabeth Brett , former NBC television reporter, storytelling authority, and communication strategist who helps accomplished women develop a more authentic and powerful voice. Drawing on nearly a decade in broadcast journalism, Elizabeth shares what she learned about creating stories that capture attention and build trust, and why polish...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Maximos Lih , executive coach and founder of Emboldened LLC. After starting his career at Google, Maximos spent nearly a decade at Google Ventures, where he helped hundreds of founders scale their companies and leadership. We explore what it really takes to build high-performing teams, why founders often become bottlenecks as their compan...

In episode 310 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Lorraine Armijos , executive coach, consultant, and founder of LAR INSIGHTS. Lorraine began her leadership journey in the U.S. Air Force and brings more than 20 years of experience, including roles with Fortune 500 companies. We explore how leaders can successfully navigate change, turn strategy into action, and build high-performing teams...

In episode 309 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Angélica Pérez-Litwin , clinical psychologist, author, and founder and CEO of Lumin, who has spent more than twenty years working with high-achieving professionals. We explore why some of the most successful people struggle with exhaustion, anxiety, strained relationships, and the feeling that they can never slow down. Angélica introdu...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Nina Burrowes , psychologist, author, and founder of The Consent Collective. For more than two decades, Nina has worked with judges, universities, and organizations to understand sexual harassment, consent, power, and workplace culture. We explore why traditional approaches to harassment prevention often fail and why understanding huma...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Julian Lighton , bestselling author, Silicon Valley executive coach, and former Chief Strategy Officer with more than 30 years of leadership experience. Julian has worked at McKinsey, led a $4.5 billion division at Cisco, and held senior roles across billion-dollar companies. His latest book, Navigating Your Next , explores a surprisingly...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Adriana Caliri , executive leadership coach and former corporate leader who spent 25 years in the corporate world, including more than two decades at Nike. We talk about what it takes to build a successful career without losing yourself along the way. Adriana shares her WNGSway™ methodology — Find Your Wings, Learn the Game, Lead Your Way...

In episode 305 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Liam Cole, relationship-building specialist, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and Director of a creative agency. Liam has built his career around a simple belief: meaningful relationships are the foundation of extraordinary business outcomes.  We explore why networking is often misunderstood, how authentic relationships create long-term succ...

In episode 304 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Randy Lyman, leadership coach, serial entrepreneur, and author of The Third Element . After building multiple successful companies through logic, discipline, and relentless execution, Randy experienced a personal turning point that completely changed his understanding of leadership and performance. He discovered that the emotions leaders i...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Angela Finlay, Chief Human Capital Strategist, former CHRO, educator, and author of Skill Stacking: Taking Ownership of Your Career in Changing Times . As organizations embrace AI and the pace of change accelerates, careers are becoming less linear and more dynamic. Angela shares why relying on a single expertise is no longer enough and h...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m speaking with my friend Daniel Kovari, technology leader, speaker, community builder, and manager at Siemens, where he works at the intersection of industrial automation, cybersecurity, and leadership. Daniel shares his journey from studying International Relations in Budapest to leading global teams in the technology sector and explains why commun...

In episode 301 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Cem Atik , founder of Harucon Ventures, growth operator, and one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Most Impactful PPC Professionals for 2025 and 2026. Through Harucon Ventures, Cem partners with companies generating $1–5 million in revenue, taking an equity position and assuming full responsibility for marketing operations to help them scale sustainabl...

In this special 300th episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, Elena Pawęta takes you behind the scenes and shares what's next for the global IDEAS+LEADERS community. She talks about the launch of the IDEAS Women project, the vision of building international acceleration and leadership programs for female entrepreneurs, the growth of IDEAS+LEADERS events following successful summits in New York a...

In episode 299 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Jeff Wetherhold , Harvard-trained behavioral scientist, change leadership expert, and faculty member with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. Jeff has spent more than 20 years helping leaders engage people in meaningful change through the principles of Motivational Interviewing, bringing evidence-based communication strategies from h...

In the episode 298 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by entrepreneur, investor, and martial artist Benjamin Chen, author of Lessons from the Mat . Benjamin has raised more than $500 million in investment capital, helped lead multiple companies to successful exits, and spent decades training in martial arts — including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, and Hapkido. We talk about what martial...

In episode 297 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Wendy Valentine, speaker, reinvention expert, and author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play . After experiencing divorce, grief, career burnout, financial pressure, and major life changes in her mid-forties, Wendy made a radical decision to completely redesign her life. Today, she helps others break fr...

In episode 296 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Lujain Alzahrani, leadership and women’s empowerment coach, program designer, and communication expert working at the intersection of voice, presence, and impact. Through her work in Saudi Arabia, Lujain helps women build confidence, develop their voice, and step into leadership with clarity and purpose. We talk about why voice is such a p...