IDEAS+LEADERS

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Tinsley Galyean , founder of Curious Learning and author of the upcoming book REFRAME: How Curiosity and Literacy Can Redefine Us . Tinsley shares his journey from asking a simple question - Can children learn to read without schools or teachers? - to leading a global movement using technology and curiosity to fight illiteracy. We explore...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Kym Insana , digital marketing expert, speaker, and founder of AlwaysOn Digital - a multimillion-dollar agency helping major brands connect with audiences through powerful digital campaigns. Kym shares her journey from New York’s top advertising agencies to building her own thriving business that gives her both freedom and fulfillment. We...

In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by John Rood , founder and CEO of Proceptual , a company helping organizations implement responsible AI governance and workforce training. We dive into what AI upskilling really means and explore how companies can empower their teams to use AI safely, ethically, and effectively. John shares practical strategies for integrating AI tools into...

In episode 267 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Alex M.H. Smith - bestselling author of No Bullsh t Strategy*, founder of Basic Arts , and trusted advisor to leaders who want to make strategy simple, bold, and powerful enough to inspire real action. Alex has worked with billion-dollar brands like Porsche and fast-moving startups worldwide, helping them escape me-too competition and unco...

In episode 266 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Jason Meads , founder of Subsee - an innovative company harnessing artificial intelligence to protect and restore our oceans. Combining deep tech with marine science, Jason and his team use AI-powered monitoring, data analytics, and predictive modeling to help scientists and organizations better understand and preserve marine ecosystems. I...

In the episode 265 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast I’m joined by Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska - Founder and CEO, PhD in Psychoanalysis, award-winning filmmaker, academic, life coach, and entrepreneur. Her work is absolutely fascinating - she explores the intersections of AI, ethics, and desire , helping people manifest more conscious and inspired lives. Dr. Piotrowska is also the author of “AI Intimacy in Ps...

In the episode 264 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast , I sit down with Mark Young - entrepreneur, educator, author, philanthropist, and CEO of Ryze Agency, a Fort Lauderdale-based marketing firm that helps brands grow through strategic storytelling and data-driven marketing. Mark has built a career on action, adaptability, and generosity . From launching businesses and mentoring leaders to traveling th...

 In episode 263 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Ausra Bijaminiene , CEO Advisor, Self-Leadership Mentor, and founder of the Boutique Institute of Leadership . With over 25 years of international HR leadership experience at global organizations like AstraZeneca, Nordea, and Danske Bank, Ausra now helps CEOs, successors, and top executives navigate transitions, dilemmas, and midlife shif...

🎙️ In episode 262 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Jennifer Kaplan , founder and CEO of Evolve Public Relations and Marketing , one of Arizona’s premier PR agencies. With over 15 years of experience helping businesses and leaders craft authentic stories, build trust, and navigate the fast-changing media landscape, Jennifer has become a recognized leader in PR and entrepreneurship. She h...

In the episode 261 of the IDEAS+LEADERS podcast, I sit down with Matthew Stafford, Managing Partner at Build Grow Scale and a veteran entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience building businesses across industries. From brick-and-mortar stores to SaaS and DTC brands, Matthew has seen it all - and helped hundreds of eCommerce companies cross the $1M and even $10M revenue milestones. We dive dee...

In episode 260 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast , I’m joined by Kelly Price , founder of ThriveHR and a powerhouse in strategic HR, leadership, and workplace culture. With a career that began at Marriott and grew into executive HR leadership and entrepreneurship, Kelly brings a rare blend of people-first wisdom and sharp business acumen. Today, she helps small businesses build solid people foundations...

In episode 259 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Ruth Milligan - executive speech coach, TEDx pioneer, and founder of Articulation Inc., a top executive communication firm. Ruth is the force behind TEDxColumbus , the longest-running TEDx event in the world, and has coached over 1,000 speakers across science, business, and the arts. Her insights have helped leaders from Fortune 10 compani...

🎙️ In episode 258 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Lisa L. Levy , Founder and CEO of Lcubed Consulting and author of the #1 bestselling book Future Proofing Cubed . Lisa is the go-to expert for visionary founders who want to escape the chaos of daily operations without their businesses collapsing. Using her Adaptive Transformation™ Framework, she helps $1M–$15M companies build self-reli...

 In episode 257 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Dave Behar , branding visionary, serial entrepreneur, and Chief Executive Athlete at ION Network and Behar Brands. Dave has shaped thousands of media, tech, sports, and lifestyle brands and is a two-time Amazon bestselling author. With a passion for legacy-building, he's also a trusted advisor at San Diego State University and a strat...

In episode 256 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Johaina El Boujaji,  HR and Employer Branding expert, international recruiter, and passionate advocate for DE&I.Originally from France and Morocco, Johaina built her career in the UK and now leads recruitment and inclusion initiatives across Europe at American Express Global Business Travel. She’s also a university lecturer and a voice for...

In episode 255 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast I am speaking with Martine Cohen, transformative coach, speaker, and author of No More Layers: Discover Your Inner Power and Reclaim True Freedom from the Inside Out. After a life-changing car accident, Martine found a new path blending intellect and intuition to help high achievers overcome fear, limiting beliefs, and old patterns, and live with authenticit...

In episode 254 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, we sit down with Whitney Elkins-Hutten, personal finance expert, wealth strategist, and author helping people build and protect their wealth with confidence. Whitney shares practical advice drawn from years of experience in real estate, syndications, and financial education, guiding listeners at every stage of their wealth journey. Tune in as we explore: Wh...

In episode 253 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast I am speaking with Gaëlle Deschamps, leadership expert, executive coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of G Force. Gaëlle brings over 20 years of corporate leadership at L’Oréal, SABMiller, and Coca-Cola, where she trained thousands of leaders globally. Now, she’s on a mission to empower the next generation of female leaders through her signature programs and yo...

In episode 252 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, we sit down with Piers Fallowfield-Cooper - executive coach, former CEO and Chairman, and author of Are You Still The Future? Piers has led businesses across continents and industries, mentoring over 130 senior leaders, and challenging the conventional wisdom of what it means to lead in today’s world. Tune in as we explore: How to turn challenges like dysle...

What does it take to lead, scale, and sustain a thriving business - and grow as a person while doing it? In the episode 251 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, we’re joined by Mark Musselman , a seasoned CEO turned executive coach who now guides top leaders through transformative breakthroughs at MX5 Consulting . With over 30 years of leadership experience and a proven assess-align-accelerate methodology, M...

In episode 250 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Surace - a Silicon Valley trailblazer, AI visionary, and dynamic speaker who holds 93 patents and has reshaped industries from construction to tech. From pioneering the first AI virtual assistant to leading energy retrofits on the Empire State Building, Kevin brings a rare blend of technical genius and creative flair. Tune in as we ex...

In the episode 249 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast , I’m joined by Everett O’Keefe , a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and international #1 bestselling author and the founder of Ignite Press . With more than 200 bestselling book launches behind him, Everett is a leading voice in hybrid publishing - helping entrepreneurs and professionals turn their ideas into influence through authorship. We dive into wh...

In the episode 248 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast , I sit down with Chuck Wisner , renowned leadership advisor, communication expert, and author of The Art of Conscious Conversations . With decades of experience coaching Fortune 200 leaders, teaching mediation at Harvard Law School, and studying organizational learning at MIT, Chuck brings a rare depth of insight into how we talk, listen, and lead. We d...

In this thought-provoking episode of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast , I’m joined by Kelly Winegarden Hall , a powerhouse leadership consultant with over 30 years of experience leading global teams and transforming organizational cultures. As the founder of Live L.A.R.G.E. LLC , Kelly is on a mission to help leaders shift their companies from survival mode to true human thriving. Kelly’s new book, Love Work...

In the episode 246 of IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Cary Sparrow , a former U.S. Navy submarine officer turned tech entrepreneur, and the CEO of WageScape - a company that’s revolutionizing how businesses understand the labor market and compete for top talent. We explore Cary’s unique journey from commanding nuclear submarines to building one of the most advanced labor market intelligence p...