Best AC Library Podcasts (2025)

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245: Words make Worlds: How Language Can Transform Leadership 48:18

1d ago48:18

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In this episode, Jen Kidby is joined by leadership development coach Tony Worgan to explore how the language leaders use shapes the culture, dynamics, and performance of their teams. Tony shares insights from his coaching practice, highlighting the power of being intentional with words and the impact of “discounting” language—subtle phrases that ca…

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244: Leader Coaches: Letting Go of Expertise 51:01

8d ago51:01

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In this episode, host Jen Kidby is joined by coaches and co-authors Katy McGregor and Ross Hunter to explore the benefits and challenges of letting go of expertise as a leader coach, highlighting how identity, values, and experience shape leadership styles. They unpack the tension leaders have between offering expert advice or stepping back to empo…

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243: Coaching as a Leader: A New Vision for Leading with Impact 51:17

15d ago51:17

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In the premiere episode of our Coaching as a Leader podcast series, host Simone Sweeney talks to coach, supervisor and author Jen Kidby, and AC Head of Corporate Membership and Accreditation, Victoria Leath, to discuss the important topic of leader as coach and the launch of the AC’s new book: Coaching as a Leader. Together, they share the inspirat…

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Makerspaces in Libraries 21:05

19d ago21:05

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Ever wonder what a makerspace is or what you can do in one? Lindsay, Nell, Reagan, and Alex from the Metropolitan Library System's makerspaces talk about the many things you can do in our wonderful makerspaces, and about the upcoming MakerFest program at the Belle Isle branch.By Metropolitan Library System

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242: A Day in the Life of Val Mullally: Reflective Supervisor and Author 56:49

22d ago56:49

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In this episode of our Day in the Life series, we speak with coach, supervisor, TedX speaker, and author Val Mullally. Join us for a rich and thought-provoking conversation that explores reflective supervision, psychological safety, parenting coaching, self-care, and so much more. Discover Val’s inspiring journey from schoolteacher to coach, and ho…

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241: Punching Through Grief: A Revolutionary Coaching Approach to Healing 46:33

29d ago46:33

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In this episode, we explore how coaching has been integrated into RELEASE, a bereavement programme which uses exercise in the form of non-contact boxing and mindfulness to enable participants to express their emotions and focus on their own individual outcomes. Host Julie Flower is joined by Claire Henry MBE, a coach specialising in palliative and …

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240: Spark Inside: Transforming Lives in the Criminal Justice System 38:20

1M ago38:20

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In this episode, our host Julie Flower discusses the transformative power of coaching within the criminal justice system with Jeffrey Wotherspoon, a coach from the charity Spark Inside, and Elliot, a participant in the Black Hero's Journey program. Jeffrey explains Spark Inside's mission and programs, including the Hero's Journey and Black Hero's J…

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Episode 51: Tarot, Tradition, and the Witch's Path with Christopher Penczak 1:06:35

1M ago1:06:35

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Send us a text In this episode of Coffee and Divination, I’m joined by the brilliant and prolific Christopher Penczak—author, teacher, Witch, and co-founder of the Temple of Witchcraft tradition. Christopher has written many excellent books on modern Witchcraft, magickal practice, spirit work, and personal transformation. His work has been foundati…

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239: The Lived Experience Coaches Transforming Support Services for People with Learning Disabilities and Autism 43:01

1M ago43:01

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In this special episode, our host Julie Flower, dives into an inspiring conversation with guests Lindsay Henderson and Shaun Armour from Your Voice Counts, a charity based in Northeast England. Discover how they are challenging perspectives with a groundbreaking scheme that trains people with learning disabilities and autism to coach the profession…

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Poetry Month Author Interview with Betty Blanks 16:20

2M ago16:20

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April is poetry month, so on this month's podcast we talked to Betty Blanks, author of Pick Up Your Name and Write: The Life of Wilma Elizabeth McDaniel. Miss McDaniel was an Oklahoma born poet that moved to California during the Great Depression, but never stopped writing about her home in Oklahoma. Betty Blanks was kind enough to talk to us about…

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238: From Disengagement to Empowerment: The Coaching Approaches Transforming Young Lives 43:57

2M ago43:57

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In this inspiring episode of our Coaching for Good series, we dive deep into the transformative power of coaching and mentoring for disengaged and vulnerable youth. Host, Julie Flower is joined by Duncan Cherrett and Ana Collier from Young Devon, a leading charity in the southwest of England dedicated to supporting young people who need more help t…

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237: Writing for Resilience: Coaching Survivors of Domestic Abuse 53:05

2M ago53:05

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Listen to this podcast episode to hear how an innovative coaching program is helping survivors of domestic abuse ‘dream big.’ Our host, Julie Flower, is joined by the creator of the “Writing for Resilience” coaching program, Charmaine Pollard, as well as two of the participants, Priya* and Shari*. Charmaine, a coach and certified poetry therapist, …

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236: An Innovative Coaching Program Empowering Unpaid Carers 50:56

2M ago50:56

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Did you know there are 6.5 million unpaid carers in the UK? These individuals dedicate their lives to supporting loved ones, often at the cost of their mental health, physical well-being, finances, relationships, and self-esteem. But what if coaching could help? Join host, Julie Flower and Pam Thomson, Carer Community Manager and Penni Norris, Coac…

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235: A Day in the Life of Leyla Okhai: Bridging Culture, Race and Mental Health 37:29

2M ago37:29

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Where does mental health meet culture and race equity? Coach, trainer and TedX speaker Leyla Okhai joins host Maxine Bell to answer this question. This honest and insightful conversation is part of our Day in the Life series where we talk to real coaches about their real lives. Listen to be inspired, pick up top tips and feel less alone in your coa…

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Episode #50: Divination, Communication, and Reciprocity with John Beckett 1:17:55

3M ago1:17:55

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Send us a text In this episode of Coffee and Divination, I’m joined by John Beckett—Druid, author, and respected voice in the modern Pagan and polytheist communities. We explore the nature of divination and spirit communication within a polytheistic framework, discussing how we can cultivate meaningful relationships with deities and spirits through…

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234: How Stories of African Leadership Inform Your Coaching Practice 42:37

3M ago42:37

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How can African leadership transform global perspectives? Join Claudia Day and her guests, Gamu Matarira and Nicola Strong, co-founders of African Leadership Global (ALG), a data and training company that takes a fresh perspective on the diversity of intelligence to include the Global South. In this episode, they dive into the intersection of Afric…

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Crafts! 21:17

3M ago21:17

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Did you know that March is craft month, or that the library offers lots of programs teaching different crafts? On this month's podcast we talk about some of the resources you can use through the library to help learn how to do a wide variety of crafts.By Metropolitan Library System

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233: Leading with Cultural Awareness: A Framework for Success with Philippe Rosinski 58:06

3M ago58:06

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Listen to this insightful conversation on cultural awareness in coaching. Our host, Claudia Day is joined by award-winning coach and best-selling author, Philippe Rosinski to explore why cultural awareness is so important for enhancing coaching effectiveness, fostering inclusion, innovation, creativity and strengthening leadership. They define cult…

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232: How Assessments Can Impact Team Coaching 44:32

3M ago44:32

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Want to take your team coaching to the next level? In this episode, our host Claudia Day is joined by expert team coach Kimberly Lewis Parsons to share how assessments can be a game-changer for fostering collaboration, trust, and effectiveness. With a background in technology and corporate leadership, Kimberly explores the strategic use of assessme…

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231: How Motivational Maps Can Empower Individuals and Teams 48:56

3M ago48:56

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Ever wondered what truly drives you and your team? Dive into the world of Motivational Maps with host Claudia Day and her guest, business motivator, Susannah Brade-Waring to explore how this powerful tool can transform the way individuals and teams understand what fuels motivation and how to harness it for success. Susannah shares her journey into …

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230: From Burnout to Balance: Navigating Well-Being in Organizational Life 53:13

4M ago53:13

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Unlock the secrets to well-being in coaching and leadership development in this insightful episode with host Claudia Day and expert guest Audrey McGibbon, a chartered occupational and coaching psychologist. Audrey shares her journey into the field and explains why well-being isn’t just a personal pursuit—it’s a critical factor in effective leadersh…

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Episode #49: Lilith Dorsey on “Tarot Every Witch Way” and Crafting Magic with Tarot 48:43

4M ago48:43

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Send us a text In this latest episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Lilith Dorsey—an author and priestess with an extensive background as a tarot reader and witch. We dive into their latest book, Tarot Every Witch Way, an insightful guide to deepening one’s connection with tarot through magical correspondences, food, plants, herbs, and much…

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Black History Month: A.C. Hamlin and Green Currin 34:48

4M ago34:48

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Erin Brown from the Oklahoma Territorial Museum tells us the stories of Oklahoma's first African-American territorial legislator Green Currin, and Oklahoma's first State Legistlator A.C. Hamlin.By Metropolitan Library System

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229: Transform Communication with the VoicePrint Tool Part 2 39:10

4M ago39:10

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Are you ready to transform the way you communicate? In the second part of this insightful conversation, host Claudia Day is joined by developer Alan Robertson and expert coach Kate Mason-Keaney to dive into the significance of communication styles and the powerful VoicePrint tool. Alan, with a background in organizational development, and Kate, a t…

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228: Transform Communication with the VoicePrint Tool Part 1 46:17

4M ago46:17

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Are you ready to transform the way you communicate? In part one of two this insightful episode, host Claudia Day is joined by developer Alan Robertson and expert coach Kate Mason-Keaney to dive into the significance of communication styles and the powerful VoicePrint tool. Alan, with a background in organizational development, and Kate, a team and …

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227: Unlocking Cognitive Potential with the HBDI 50:26

4M ago50:26

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In this episode we delve into the Whole Brain® Thinking Model and the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) with host, Claudia Day and award-winning executive coach and researcher, Verity Hannell. The Whole Brain® Thinking framework developed by Ned Herrmann is a powerful, science-backed operating system for harnessing cognitive diversity in t…

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226: Know Yourself, Know Your Team: The Insights Discovery Tool 48:31

5M ago48:31

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In this episode, we dive deep into a transformative tool for enhancing team dynamics and organizational effectiveness—the Insights Discovery Tool. Joining our host, Claudia Day, is Mark Leisegang, Practice Lead at Insights Learning and Development, to discuss the pivotal role of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in personal and professional…

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New Year, New Books 19:08

5M ago19:08

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Kristine from the library's Collection Development department talks about some of the new books we'll be getting in 2025.By Metropolitan Library System

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225: How Personality Assessments Can Transform Your Coaching Practice 46:35

5M ago46:35

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Do personality assessments support or hinder our coaching practices? Join Professor Rebecca Jones and host, Claudia Day for an engaging conversation on how personality shapes coaching and personal development. They both share their personal journeys with personality assessments and give a short live demonstration from the IPIP neo assessment and ho…

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Episode #48: John Michael Greer on John Gilbert, the Doors of Tarot, and Mundane Astrology 1:23:40

5M ago1:23:40

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Send us a text In this latest episode, it was wonderful to welcome back John Michael Greer, a prolific author, teacher, and practitioner of the esoteric arts. We dive into the fascinating world of tarot and explore his work with his late teacher, John Gilbert, whose insights and teachings JMG edited and published in The Doors of Tarot. He shares re…

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224: The Impact and Science of Self-Awareness 29:03

5M ago29:03

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This week, we dive deep into the transformative concept of self-awareness and explore its profound impact on personal growth, leadership, and coaching. Join our host, Claudia Day, as she sits down with coach and academic, Julia Carden. Julia shares her journey from leadership in the Royal Navy to her research and deep reflective exploration into se…

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223: The Year in Reflection: Lessons from Our 2024 Hosts 1:02:05

5M ago1:02:05

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Ever Wondered What It’s Like to Be a Podcast Host? Join us for an inspiring end-of-year episode where we bring back all five hosts from our 2024 podcast series to share their incredible journeys. This heartfelt conversation dives into their experiences, challenges, and the ripple effects of stepping outside their comfort zones to follow their passi…

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Episode #47: Professor David Zeitlyn on Mambila Spider Divination and the Bodleian Library's New Exhibition 1:06:07

5M ago1:06:07

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with the Professor David Zeitlyn of Oxford University, a leading expert in the anthropology of divination and co-curator of the Bodleian Library's stunning new exhibition, Oracles, Omens, and Answers. Professor Zeitlyn has spent decades studying divination practices across cultures, including his research …

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222: A Day in the Life of Sally Twisleton: Engineer to Coach 38:18

6M ago38:18

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Are you considering a career pivot or have already taken the leap to turn your passion into a thriving coaching business? Join host, Maxine Bell, as she speaks with Sally Twisleton about her inspiring journey from a senior engineering leader at Rolls-Royce to becoming a full-time coach. Sally reflects on the challenges and opportunities of starting…

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221: From Fear to Love in Coaching and Supervision 41:08

6M ago41:08

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Have you ever considered how fear influences coaching dynamics – the fears of the client, but also the coach? In this enlightening conversation, Robin Shohet, a supervisor of nearly 50 years, joins our host, Dina Sabry Fivaz, to delve into topics such as the interplay between coaching and therapy, the barriers of self-deception and the blocks creat…

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Holiday Horror and Mystery 27:37

6M ago27:37

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Looking for something interesting and different to read during the upcoming holiday season? Librarians Lindsay, Maddie, Reagan, and Tyler share some recommendations from the library's collection of Christmas and winter related horror and mystery novels, graphic novels, and novellas.By Metropolitan Library System

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220: Can Love Transform Coaching and Leadership? 46:11

6M ago46:11

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The transformative role of love in coaching and leadership is explored by leadership development and consultant coach, Helena Clayton and our host Dina Sabry Fivaz . Helena shares insights from her research on love in the workplace, highlighting its various definitions and application in coaching, leadership and organizational relationships. They d…

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219: Pause and Purpose: The Spiritual Role of Coaching 45:12

6M ago45:12

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In this enlightening episode, Aboodi Shabi, seasoned coach and lecturer joins host, Dina Sabry Fivaz, to delve into the spiritual function of coaching and its transformative role in today’s fast-paced world. Together, they trace the evolution of coaching from the optimistic lens of the 1990s to its current focus on addressing the deeper emotional a…

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218: How Intuition and Presence Transforms Your Coaching Practice 38:58

6M ago38:58

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Maria Iliffe-Wood, a seasoned coach and author, joins our host Dina Sabry Fivaz to explore presence, intuition and inner wisdom in the coaching process. They discuss what is meant by intuition and inner wisdom, how to access it and how to harness it whilst working with clients. Maria shares the significance of being present with clients, trusting o…

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217: Exploring the Use of Self with Gestalt Coaching 47:36

7M ago47:36

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John Leary-Joyce, Gestalt Coach, therapist and trainer, joins our host, coach Dina Sabry Fivaz, for the first episode in our ‘Coaching Beyond Tools’ series. Together they explore the Use of Self as an instrument of change – using your internal responses for the benefit of the client. With 45 years of experience in Gestalt coaching and therapy, John…

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Voices and Votes 16:30

7M ago16:30

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Did you know that Bethany has a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian coming soon? Librarian Anna from the Bethany Library tells us all about the Smithsonian's exhibit "Voices and Votes: Democracy in America" coming to the library, the upcoming festivities surrounding the exhibit, and a few interesting facts about the history of voting and democra…

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216: A Day in the Life of Anita Sauvage: From Cancer to Coaching 36:48

7M ago36:48

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In the first episode of our new podcast series, A Day in the Life Of, host Maxine Bell sits down with Anita Sauvage, an executive and post-cancer coach. This series will bring you warm, authentic conversations with real coaches about their real lives, diving deep into the realities of coaching that are often hidden behind social media's glossy faca…

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215: Is Modern Leadership Ready for a Human-Centric Revolution? 53:00

7M ago53:00

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Blaire Palmer, former BBC journalist turned leadership coach and author of ‘Punks and Suits’, joins executive coach and host, Simone Sweeney, to explore how coaches can best support the dynamic evolution of leadership in today’s world. Blaire shares her journey from journalism to leadership coaching 25 years ago and the transformative insights she …

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Episode #46: Madame Pamita on Tarot, Divination, and Magic for Joy and Success 1:21:34

7M ago1:21:34

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Send us a text In this episode of Coffee and Divination, I had the pleasure of sitting down with author, tarot reader, and witch Madame Pamita to explore the magic of tarot and how it can transform our lives. We discuss her wonderful book, Magical Tarot, which guides readers to use tarot as a tool for personal empowerment and magical growth. (I've …

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214: A Leader’s Guide to Cultivating a Culture of Growth and Connection 56:06

7M ago56:06

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Yusuf Bayez, visionary leader and leader coach, joins executive coach Simone Sweeney to explore the core principles and qualities of effective leadership. Drawing from years of experience, they discuss the importance of human-centric leadership, emphasising self-awareness and effective communication as vital skills for successful leaders. Yusuf als…

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213: Emotional Intelligence for Leaders with Daniel Goleman 49:09

8M ago49:09

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Daniel Goleman, renowned psychologist, author and “father of emotional intelligence,” joins host, executive coach Simone Sweeney, to explore why emotional intelligence (EI) is essential for leadership in today’s world. They dive into the four main components of EI, its evolution and how it shapes effective leaders within organizations. Together, th…

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Haunted Oklahoma with Jeff Provine 36:18

8M ago36:18

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Local author and expert in all things haunted in the state of Oklahoma Jeff Provine talks with us about his top five favorite haunted places around the state. If you'd like to learn more about Jeff's books or take one of his ghost tours, you can find him at http://www.jeffprovine.com/By Metropolitan Library System

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212: What Happens When Leadership Turns Toxic? 55:08

8M ago55:08

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Peter Greedy, coach and leadership consultant, joins host Simone Sweeney to delve into the complexities of leadership and what happens when it becomes toxic. Peter shares his insights about toxic leadership from his own experience in the workplace, and the fifteen years spent in a religious cult, that now drives his passion for good leadership. The…

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211: How Leaders Can Role-Model Healthy Habits in the Workplace 49:56

8M ago49:56

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Bernadette Thomas, a coach specializing in wellbeing in the workplace, joins our host, Simone Sweeney, to discuss the importance of leaders modelling self-care and empathy, cultivating emotional intelligence, and managing stress to create supportive environments. Bernadette explains the challenges of isolation for leaders and highlights the signifi…

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210: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Leadership 49:30

8M ago49:30

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Pooja Sachdev, a coach and occupational psychologist, joins host Simone Sweeney to discuss the essential role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in leadership. Pooja provides, in Simone’s words, ‘one of the best definitions of diversity, inclusion and equity I have ever heard.’ They discuss the challenges organizations face in achieving true…

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