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Season IV begins with a powerful leadership question: What do you do when the plan changes? In this opening episode of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast – Leadership in Real Time, host Allie Braswell explores one of the most defining moments in leadership — when the strategy that once made perfect sense suddenly no longer fits the reality of the moment. Through the leadership lessons of Kodak’...

In the final episode of the Voices of Leadership season, Allie Braswell sits down with Lieutenant General Gwen Bingham, U.S. Army (Ret.), to explore “The Voice of Legacy.” This episode examines how leaders build lasting impact through mentorship, stewardship, and intentional leadership long before the end of their careers. LTG Bingham shares reflections on developing others, leading through transi...

In Episode VI of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, host Allie Braswell delivers a powerful solo reflection on “The Voice of Courage.” This episode explores the moments when leadership is tested quietly — through difficult decisions, personal accountability, and the courage to stand by values when comfort would be easier. Allie challenges listeners to reflect on where courage is being required...

In Episode V of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, Allie Braswell explores “The Voice of Collaboration” with Judith Smelser, President & General Manager of Central Florida Public Media. This conversation examines what it takes to lead collaboratively in environments where trust, credibility, and alignment are essential. Judith shares insights on building trust across teams, embracing diver...

Episode IV: “The Voice of Innovation” – Featuring GEN (Ret) Gary M. Brito In this episode of Voices of Leadership, host Allie L. Braswell Jr. sits down with GEN (Ret) Gary M. Brito for a powerful conversation on what it truly means to lead through transformation. Drawing from a distinguished career of service and command, GEN Brito shares how he has approached innovation not just as modernization,...

Episode III: The Voice of Service Guest: Reginald B. McGill, Constituent Service Director, City of Orlando Host: Allie L. Braswell Jr. Series: Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast – Voices of Leadership Service is the heart of leadership. In this inspiring episode, Reginald B. McGill joins Allie to explore what it truly means to lead with compassion, commitment, and purpose. From decades of publi...

Episode II — The Voice of Influence Guest: MG (Ret.) Robert Edmonson II, U.S. Army Series: Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast – Voices of Leadership Influence isn’t about power — it’s about presence, connection, and the stories we choose to tell. In this episode, MG (Ret.) Robert Edmonson II joins Allie for a compelling conversation on how leaders shape environments, inspire trust, and move peo...

In this premiere episode of The Voices of Leadership Series, host Allie L. Braswell Jr. sits down with Brigadier General (Ret.) Daphne Davis to explore the power of self-leadership and the courage it takes to be authentically you. From leading soldiers in uniform to guiding teams in civilian life, BG Davis shares how resilience, empathy, and reflection help leaders build trust and inspire those th...

🎙️ Episode Description – Life Be "Lifing": Finding Strength in the Storm Life doesn’t always move in a straight line. Sometimes it feels like everything that could go wrong, does. That’s what we mean when we say: “Life be lifing.” In this episode of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, host Allie Braswell opens up about his own journey through life’s storms and offers encouragement for anyone fe...

Episode V: OWNERSHIP – Committing Time, Talent, and Treasure In this closing episode of the SHIPS Framework™ series, host Allie Braswell unpacks Ownership—the principle that brings all the others together. Ownership means showing up with your time, talent, and treasure, and holding yourself accountable for the outcomes you commit to. You’ll learn: Why ownership is essential to leadership credibili...

Episode IV: Sponsorship – Championing Others with Intention Welcome back to Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast with Allie Braswell. In this fourth installment of our SHIPS Framework series, we’re diving deep into Sponsorship—what it is, why it matters, and how you can use your influence to open doors for others. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ The difference between mentorship and sponsors...

🎙️ Episode 3: PARTNERSHIP – Walking Together with Shared Purpose Guest: Cheddy Matthews This week on Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, Allie Braswell and transformational coach Cheddy Matthews explore what it means to build meaningful partnerships. They discuss the 3 Cs of successful collaboration—Clarity, Communication, and Commitment—and how purpose-driven partnerships can drive both person...

Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast – Relationship -  SHIPS Framework Series Welcome to Episode 2 of our Relationship - SHIPS Framework™ series, based on the book Engage Invest Grow! by Allie Braswell. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Scholarship—not the kind you apply for, but the kind that challenges you to grow through understanding. Allie explores how leaders and individuals must be...

🎙️ Episode 1: RELATIONSHIP – The Foundation of Trust and Transparency Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast | SHIPS Framework Series Welcome to the first episode in our new five-part series: Mastering Relationships with the SHIPS Framework—inspired by the principles in Allie Braswell’s book Engage Invest Grow! In this episode, Allie dives into the first and most foundational element: RELATIONSHIP....

In this solo finale, Allie brings together the bold moments, raw truths, and powerful lessons from the Pivots in Life & Career Series. Reflecting on the four transformative episodes - from purpose-drive pivots to redefining stability - Allie explores how every meaningful shift begins within.

Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast - "Redefining Stability — Is Comfort Holding You Hostage?" What happens when the job that looks like success starts feeling like a cage? In this episode of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, I sit down with world-renowned artivist Nikkolas Smith — a former Disney Imagineer who left comfort behind to become a powerful voice for justice and change. His work...

In Episode III of Off the Record, we’re talking about the courage to move forward when clarity is foggy, and guarantees are few. Pivoting in your career or life isn't always about knowing — it's about trusting. We’ll explore how to lead yourself through ambiguity, prepare for uncertainty, and stay focused on purpose when the path isn’t perfectly lit. This episode is a guide for anyone facing a cro...

In this episode, we sit down with a trailblazer, Janina Hogans, MHA, MPM, who made the tough — and inspiring — decision to pivot her career for the sake of educational growth. When a salaried opportunity wasn’t available through a major global health organization, she didn’t stall — she shifted. Today, we unpack what it takes to bet on yourself, even when it means giving up financial security to f...

"The Power of the Pivot – When Change Isn’t Optional", I dive into how to recognize when it’s time to make a shift — in life, career, or business — and how to do it with purpose and courage. If you’ve ever felt stuck or uncertain about what’s next, this one is for you. This podcast is about REAL conversations — the kind that don’t always happen in the boardroom but shape the way we lead and live....

"Welcome to Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast. I’m your host, Allie Braswell. This is the space where leaders, changemakers, and ambitious professionals come to share what they really think—behind the titles, beyond the press releases, and off the record. This is the introduction with the first episode releasing on June 18, 2025 at 6:00PM.