What Juices You Podcast

What keeps an entrepreneur energized after building—and selling—a successful tech company? In this episode of the What Juices You Podcast , Ryan Shantz—entrepreneur, investor, and former CEO of SumoQuote —reflects on how creativity, strategy, and authentic relationships continue to fuel him long after financial success. Drawing from his journey from roofing and construction to SaaS technology, Rya...

How do you lead transformation without losing sight of people? In this episode of the What Juices You Podcast , Tanja Fratangeli, Chief People Officer at IKEA Canada, joins host Brady Wilson to explore what it really takes to lead through large-scale change with both head and heart. From early experiences managing her first outsourcing project to guiding 7,900 co-workers through pandemic uncertain...

How can leaders in healthcare move beyond transactions to create truly human-centered cultures? In this episode of the What Juices You Podcast , Dr. Sarah Smithson, physician, educator, and Co-CEO of Relational Leadership Partners, shares how relational leadership transforms not only patient outcomes but also the daily energy of teams. Drawing on her background as a primary care physician, health...

How do we keep engaging—through work, retirement, and even life’s toughest transitions? In this episode of the What Juices You Podcast , employee engagement expert and author David Zinger joins Brady Wilson to share why engagement isn’t a static metric, but a verb you live daily. Founder of the Employee Engagement Network and a lifelong educator, David reframes engagement as an act of agency, mind...

How do you lead a fast-growing town with small-town roots—and keep people energized through change? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Aurora , shares his unique leadership journey—from building a thriving tech company in Northern Ontario, to guiding municipalities through growth, complexity, and cultural transformation. Dou...

How do you lead a business through feast and famine—and keep people at the center? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, Merlin Bartel, President & CEO of the Epic Group of Companies , shares how a passion for empowering the “underdog” has guided his leadership from the very beginning. What started in 2001 with a single roofing truck has grown into a diverse group of companies spanni...

How do you sustain energy, connection, and purpose in one of the most demanding areas of healthcare? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, Kelley Myers, Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development at VHA Home HealthCare, shares how she helps thousands of frontline care providers stay energized while supporting patients and families in deeply challenging circumstances...

How do you build trust and create a culture that fuels both people and performance? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, Todd Rutkowski, Chief Culture Officer at Epic Group , shares how he helps leaders and teams thrive by putting trust, accountability, and human connection at the center of organizational life. From empowering people to take ownership, to aligning around shared goals, t...

How do small moments of connection ripple out to create healthier, happier communities? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, Pete Bombaci—Founder and CEO of GenWell —shares why human connection is more than a “nice-to-have.” It’s a fundamental source of energy that fuels well-being, resilience, and impact. From his leadership journey to launching Canada’s Human Connection Movement, Pete...

How do you sustain your energy, make a meaningful impact, and build a lasting legacy when the demands never stop? In one of America’s most complex healthcare systems, Bob Madden has a rare role: sustaining the energy of physicians, nurses, and teams so they can deliver exceptional outcomes—despite rising demands and limited resources. As Senior Director of Learning and Professional Development at...

What happens when you challenge with care—and lead with truth? In this bold and insightful episode of the What Juices You podcast, facilitator and coach Scott Wyler unpacks how he finds energy in helping others face discomfort—not to shame or fix, but to create real, lasting change. Scott shares how his upbringing shaped a deep sense of empathy and his conviction that growth comes when we disrupt...

What energizes a leader who chooses presence over performance? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, facilitator, coach, and team builder Julie Dupont reflects on how generosity, trust, and deep listening fuel her work with individuals and teams. Julie shares how learning to trust her intuition—and giving others the space to do the same—has shaped her coaching and facilitation practice....

What fuels leaders to lean into uncertainty and help others do the same? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, facilitator and leadership coach Boyan Djefersky shares how he finds energy in moments of stretch—his own and others'. Boyan reflects on key life moments where stepping forward required courage, and how those experiences shaped the way he supports people and teams through c...

What if scaling back is the most powerful way to lead forward? In this episode of the What Juices You podcast, executive coach and author Stephanie Woodward shares how helping leaders reduce noise and return to what matters most creates energy, alignment, and momentum. Stephanie reflects on the insights behind her book The Big Scale Back, and how her own leadership journey has led her to help othe...

What really energizes a great leader? In this heartfelt episode of the What Juices You podcast, Juice Inc. senior facilitator Kris MacQueen shares personal stories and reflections about discovering purpose and meaning through his unique contributions to others. Kris talks openly about his passion for helping individuals connect deeply with their own creative contributions, especially during challe...

What drives deep curiosity about human potential, relationships, and personal growth? In this heartfelt episode of the What Juices You podcast, Christine Robinson , practice lead in innovation at Juice Inc., shares her lifelong fascination with the inner worlds of people and how meaningful connections can transform lives. Christine openly reflects on powerful experiences from her childhood—observi...

What energizes someone to stand confidently amidst chaos, offering both deep acceptance and challenging clarity? In this captivating episode of the What Juices You podcast, Heather Watt-Kapitain , facilitator and coach with Juice Inc., shares powerful insights into what drives her passion for guiding others through transformative journeys. Heather dives deeply into her personal sources of energy,...

What energizes exceptional coaches to help leaders flourish? In this engaging episode of the What Juices You podcast, Kathy Kaye , coach and facilitator with Juice Inc., shares her passion for guiding leaders through transformative journeys—helping them move beyond survival mode into thriving mindsets. Kathy describes the deep fulfillment she finds in coaching, particularly when holding space for...

What deeply energizes someone who thrives on making meaningful progress and tangible contributions? In this insightful episode of the What Juices You podcast, Juice Inc.'s General Manager Jean-François (JF) Hivon shares how the drive for purposeful, effortful work energizes his life, both personally and professionally. JF reflects openly on his lifelong relationship with work, shaped early on...

What fuels exceptional leaders in moments of tension? In this insightful episode of the What Juices You podcast, author, TEDx speaker and Juice Inc. co-founder Brady Wilson opens up about his lifelong passion for creating energizing connections—transforming tension, conflict, and fragmentation into integration, trust, and meaningful collaboration. Brady shares deeply personal stories, including fo...