Simon Kardynal
Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front
Are you tired of surface-level leadership podcasts that offer quick platitudes but lack the substance and depth to solve the bigger challenges? If so, welcome to Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front , where we offer battle-tested strategies that are used in the front lines of leadership RIGHT NOW. Hosted by Simon Kardynal , a 29-year Canadian Armed Forces veteran and Chief Warrant Officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force , this internationally acclaimed podcast delivers the raw, real-world insights leaders need to thrive on the leadership battlefield. With 119 regular episodes and dozen...
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Simon Kardynal
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Jun 30, 2025
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Episodes
E55 - The Stigma of Concussions featuring Kalley Armstrong and Brendan Hynes 20.09.2022 1:16:54
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Concussions happen. They keep happening, and while modern science has come a long way to...
E54 - Grow Your Grit featuring Colonel David Fivecoat, US Army, Retired 12.09.2022 1:01:24
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Sometimes leading is about putting your head down and just.getting.it.done. It sucks , it...
E53 - Shit Happens: Learning From Mistakes featuring Fred Rutman 29.08.2022 49:25
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Know what sucks? Being the leader and making a mistake that affects one, or all, of your...
E52 - Staff Matters – Employee Focus is the Path to Success featuring Bonnie Low-Kramen 15.08.2022 59:43
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Your Staff Matter. They are important. Your staff are the sole reason you will succeed...
E51 - How to Step Outside Your Comfort Zone featuring Nicolene Elhadad 08.08.2022 52:36
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . We all like to live in our comfort zone . It’s warm and comfortable there. The comfort...
E50 - The Science Behind Emerging Leaders featuring Annalise Schamuhn 01.08.2022 51:00
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . After 50 episodes of engaging with leaders across all professions and at all levels, Tren...
Bonus Episode: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Strength-Based Assessment Tools featuring Andrew Grunewald 27.07.2022 53:19
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . President John F. Kennedy once said, “Not all of us are created equal, but all of us shou...
E49 - The Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Assessment Tool featuring Nicole Noel 25.07.2022 55:33
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . The Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is the last assessment tool that will be discussed...
E48 - The DISC Leadership Assessment Tool featuring Jennifer Bilger 12.07.2022 1:46:22
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . In this strengths-based leadership assessment mini-series, we will explore the Dominance,...
E47 - Your DNA is Your Leadership Roadmap featuring Annie Bush 27.06.2022 50:03
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . How often have you heard that your DNA tells your story? In this leadership assessment t...
E46 - The Enneagram Leadership Assessment - Combining Your Heart, Gut, and Mind featuring Sarah Wallace 13.06.2022 57:30
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Leading with a blend of my heart and mind has been at the core of my leadership learning...
E45 - Leadership Assessment Tools - Clifton Strengths featuring Sheri Miter 06.06.2022 58:29
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . We never know when or where our leadership journey will take us. Yes, we try our hardest...
E44 - Facilitating Your Team Discussion or Disagreement 30.05.2022 1:11:02
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Being the leader means you’ll have to facilitate formal team discussions , and also fac...
E43 - Ruthless Compassion as a Kindness Leader featuring Dr. Marcia Sirota 23.05.2022 56:44
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . There are many leadership principles for emerging leaders to choose from as they embark o...
E42 - Reach Your Peak Performance featuring Dr. Ruth Gotian 16.05.2022 44:26
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Most leaders are, by their very nature, high achievers . And this is because leaders, es...
Bonus Episode: Leading During a Crisis featuring Mary Martz, Chad Martz, and Annalise Schamuhn 22.04.2022 1:16:36
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . War is stupid. And while we all know that wars have far-reaching physical, emotional, a...
E41 - Authentic Leadership featuring Linda Basso 18.04.2022 53:16
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . Every leader has their own vision of what the perfect leader looks like, what they sound...
E40 - Resilient Leadership: Transforming Adversity into an Opportunity featuring Mike Coyle 11.04.2022 1:03:54
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People . There is a lot of talk about what it means to be resilient and how leaders have to displa...
Resilient Leadership: Transforming Adversity into an Opportunity featuring Mike Coyle 05.04.2022 7:02
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Welcome to this special primer podcast episode of Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the F...
Bonus Episode: The Ukraine War – How You Can Help RIGHT NOW featuring Annalise Schamuhn and Chad Martz 02.04.2022 46:55
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Leaders talk about wanting to make real change , to help others, their organizations, or...
E39 - The Power of Guilt 28.03.2022 1:47:55
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Guilt is a powerful emotion , one that sits inside us, stirring up emotions and feelings,...
E38 - Big Leadership Starts with Baby Steps featuring Mathew Georghiou 21.03.2022 51:38
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Leaders tend to want to make big splashes in the change pond very early in their leader...
E37 - Employee Engagement and Your Team featuring Natalie Robinson Bruner 14.03.2022 56:12
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Listeners have heard me talk about my personal leadership development as I discovered t...
E36 - Emerging Leaders and Changing the System featuring Haley Grayless 07.03.2022 55:30
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Have you ever been at work and thought, “ I can do that better ”, or looked around and th...
E35 - You are AMAZING!!!! featuring Nancy Shadlock 28.02.2022 36:28
How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . In the hustle of becoming an emerging leader, sometimes we can lose sight of ourselves...
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