Kellye Mazzoli & Charisse Deschenes

Unmuted: Voices of Leaders

Hosted by Charisse Deschenes and Kellye Mazzoli, Unmuted is the podcast for leaders in local government and public service who want real conversations about the parts of leadership no one talks about. We explore both the challenges and the wins, from navigating burnout to rediscovering purpose, with honesty and heart. Each episode offers candid insights, personal stories, and practical takeaways to help you grow, stay well, and stay connected in the work you love.

Author

Kellye Mazzoli & Charisse Deschenes

Category

Government

Latest episode

Dec 29, 2025

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Episodes

Decoding LinkedIn's Green Banner: More than Just "Open to Work" 18.08.2025

Kellye and Charisse discuss the implications of the 'Open to Work' banner on LinkedIn, exploring its significance in the job market and the messages it sends about employee engagement and leadership. They emphasize the importance of understanding the motivations behind this public declaration and how leaders can respond effectively to such signals from their employees. The conversation also touche...

Perfectionism is Sneaky 11.08.2025

Kellye and Charisse discuss the pervasive issue of perfectionism among leaders. They explore how perfectionism manifests as high standards and fear, leading to stress and isolation. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight the hidden costs of striving for perfection, including mental and physical health impacts. The conversation emphasizes the importance of authenticity in leadership and the nee...

Digesting Feelings: The Truth About Emotional Eating 11.08.2025

Kellye and Charisse delve into the complexities of emotional eating and the subconscious behaviors that lead to emotional sabotage. They explore how leaders often suppress their emotions, leading to unhealthy coping mechanisms, and discuss the neuroscience behind these patterns. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness and practical steps to break the cycle of numbing behaviors, ult...

The Creative Dance: How Movement Fuels Innovation 01.08.2025

Kellye and Charisse explore the significance of movement and creativity in our lives, emphasizing the importance of presence and play over productivity. They share personal experiences with activities like roller skating, swimming, and dancing, highlighting how these practices reconnect them with joy and self-expression. The conversation delves into the science behind movement's impact on creativi...

Brief Origins of Our Unmuted Journey 01.08.2025

Charisse and Kellye introduce their podcast, sharing their motivations for creating a space where public service professionals can openly discuss their experiences in life, work, and leadership. They emphasize the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and community, aiming to connect with listeners who may feel isolated in their journeys. The episode outlines what listeners can expect in futu...

Why Another Podcast? Why Unmuted? 01.08.2025

Kellye and Charisse discuss the motivations behind their podcast, focusing on the challenges and personal experiences of leaders in local government. They emphasize the importance of connection, personal and professional development, and the need for wellness in public service. The hosts share their journeys, the significance of stepping away from traditional roles to gain perspective, and their c...

(Trailer) Unmuted: Voices of Service-Driven Leaders 01.08.2025

In this trailer, Charisse and Kellye, former city executives turned life and health coaches, invite you to stop performing leadership and start reclaiming your vitality and life. They plan to share personal stories, the unlearning they've done, and the tools they now teach to help you come off mute and lead without leaving yourself behind.

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