Best Half coma Podcasts (2026)

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248 - Why Simplicity Wins - James Elliman’s Blueprint for Small Business IT Leadership 24:46

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James Elliman planned to be a Marine officer, following a family legacy of military service. But a last-minute medical disqualification forced a hard pivot. Instead of serving in uniform, he leaned into his lifelong love of tech and launched Elliman Technologies to simplify IT for small businesses. In this episode, James shares how leadership isn't…

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247 - From ICU to Camp Gladiator - Setting and Achieving Outrageous Goals with Craig Andrews 11:27

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Craig Andrews opens up about the most defining moment of his life—a six-week coma after a severe case of COVID-19. Doctors told his wife he wouldn’t survive. But he beat the odds. When he woke, he discovered that his team and community kept his business running. That, he says, is his proudest leadership moment. In this solo episode, Craig reflects …

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246 - Choosing the Right Relationships - A Leader’s Priority with Craig Andrews 16:30

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Craig Andrews opens up about the most defining leadership moment of his life—one he wasn’t even conscious for. After slipping into a six-week coma from COVID-19, doctors told his wife he wouldn’t survive. But his team kept the business running. Freelancers stepped in unasked. That’s when Craig knew he had built something more than a company—he buil…

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245 - From Ballroom to Boardroom - Camille Diaz on Leading Through Reinvention 32:06

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Camille Diaz’s leadership story is rooted in reinvention. A science teacher turned ballroom dance studio co-founder, she built a thriving business—until a partner change derailed everything. Faced with debt, a lawsuit, and burnout, Camille hit rock bottom. But when friends began asking her for business advice, she discovered a new path: optimizatio…

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244 - Reclaiming the American Dream Through Smarter Health Benefits with Chris Mathew.mp3 37:01

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Chris Mathew, Chief Growth Officer at Well-Genie, joins Craig Andrews to reveal how his father’s tragic and avoidable death shaped his mission to transform American healthcare. With deep family roots in Kerala and a legacy of firstborn leadership, Chris channels that sense of duty into helping employers radically cut costs while increasing wellness…

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243 - From Purple Branding to Powerful Follow-Up: Ely Delaney’s Playbook 38:09

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Ely Delaney doesn’t just teach follow-up marketing—he lives it. On this episode of Leaders & Legacies, Ely shares how authenticity and consistency transformed his business and leadership style. From his signature purple branding to a three-year evergreen email campaign, Ely leans into what makes him different—and encourages others to do the same. H…

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242 - Leadership Born in the ICU - Kimberly Carleson’s Mission to Fix Health Care Billing 29:17

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Kimberly Carleson didn’t set out to become a leader in health care reform. Life forced her into it. When her husband was diagnosed with stage four metastatic bladder cancer, Kimberly found herself navigating a health care system built for confusion, not care. Pregnant and raising a young daughter, she refused to accept the death sentence doctors ga…

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241 - From HR Hater to Growth Strategist - DeeAnn Palin’s Bold Pivot 28:50

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DeeAnn Palin doesn’t just fix companies — she rebuilds them from the inside out. In this episode, Craig Andrews talks with the founder and CEO of OnPoint Business Solutions about her radical journey from corporate HR skeptic to trusted strategic partner for CEOs. Palin pulls back the curtain on toxic culture, ethical blind spots, and the cost of ke…

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240 - From Marine to Media Mogul - Jesse Sieff on Leading with Precision 35:10

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Jesse Sieff is no stranger to reinvention. From military barracks to media production, he’s built a career on sharp pivots and sharper leadership. In this episode, Jesse breaks down how his time in the Marine Corps Drum & Bugle Corps instilled in him a deep respect for discipline, detail, and public representation—skills that now fuel his work at S…

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239 - The Power of Presence - Why Fathers Matter More Than Ever with Marquess Dennis 33:20

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Marquess Dennis doesn’t just talk about fatherhood—he’s on a mission to redefine it. As the founder of Birthright Living Legacy, he joins Craig Andrews to challenge cultural narratives, unpack generational trauma, and spotlight the deep systemic impact of absent fathers. Dennis shares his own journey from poverty in North Tulsa to building a nonpro…

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238 -Why Your CPA Isn’t Your Tax Strategist - And What to Do About It with Paden Squires 33:46

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Paden Squires grew up in rural Missouri with firsthand experience of financial insecurity. That early exposure shaped his mission: help entrepreneurs grow wealth with clarity and confidence. In this episode, Paden breaks down why relying on your CPA for tax strategy is a mistake. Most CPAs are set up to file returns—not proactively plan. He walks t…

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Episode 84: KYNG & Apple Tree 1:05:23

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The Half & Half Music Podcast is back with Eddie and Pepe from KYNG; but this isn’t your typical band interview. Paul and Pepe dive into their newest collaboration, the Apple Tree Creative Center, a nonprofit dedicated to giving local youth access to music and the arts. Together with Eddie, they talk about creativity, purpose, and how the meaning o…

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237 - Ashley Connell on Unlocking Hidden Ops Talent for Scalable Leadership 30:59

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Ashley Connell, CEO of Prowess Project, joins Leaders and Legacies to unpack a bold truth: leaders don’t need another version of themselves. They need a “not you”—a skilled operator who thrives on structure, details, and execution. In this episode, Ashley shares how she built a talent pipeline of highly qualified caregivers—primarily mothers and sa…

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236 - Why Justin Dixon Quit a Six-Figure Job to Build a Recruiting Firm During a Crisis 30:48

2M ago30:48

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Justin Dixon walked away from a comfortable six-figure job and launched a recruiting firm—just weeks before the world shut down. In this episode, he joins Craig Andrews to unpack what it really takes to lead when the timing couldn’t be worse. Justin shares the personal finance moves he and his wife made to de-risk the leap, and why reading Rich Dad…

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235 - Why “Scared Money Doesn’t Make Money” - Sonny Grappone’s Leadership Mindset 28:57

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Sonny Grappone didn’t follow a straight path to success. Raised by a single mother from Guyana and a hardworking Italian-American stepfather, Sonny grew up in Queens, New York, sharing a bed with his mom and sister. That early scarcity drove his work ethic—bagging groceries at 12, building computers in high school, and running an auto detailing bus…

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234 - Why Transparency in Pharmacy Benefits is a Leadership Imperative with Justin Jasniewski 35:12

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Justin Jasniewski, CEO of Serve You Rx, breaks down one of healthcare’s murkiest corners—pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). In this episode, he exposes how PBMs sit at the crossroads of drug manufacturers, employers, and pharmacies—often inflating costs instead of controlling them. With plain talk and sharp insights, Justin walks through how the sys…

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233 - The ABCs of Charisma - Leadership Lessons from Milam Miller 39:24

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Milam Miller, founder of Be Confident and Kind and author of The Charisma Craft, joins Craig Andrews to challenge everything we think we know about charisma. A former executive for a billionaire sports team owner and affectionately nicknamed the “real-life Ted Lasso,” Milam shares how charisma isn’t innate—it’s a skill any leader can develop. Throu…

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232 - Reinventing Voice of the Customer with AI - Eli Portnoy's Leadership Playbook 31:12

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Eli Portnoy, CEO and co-founder of BackEngine, joins Craig Andrews to expose the flaws in traditional customer feedback systems—and why leadership demands better data. A seasoned entrepreneur and Harvard Business School Executive Fellow, Eli dives into how B2B companies often make strategic decisions using flawed insights from biased surveys. Eli u…

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231 - 25% of Waste Hiding in Your P&L with Donovan Pyle 30:39

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Donovan Pyle pulls back the curtain on an industry most business leaders misunderstand: employer-sponsored health care. In this episode, Donovan explains how companies are overpaying by as much as 25%—often without realizing it—and why the current broker model keeps them trapped. Drawing on his own experience inside a major insurance company and la…

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230 - From Solo Act to Sustainable Business - William Bissett on Leadership 29:48

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William Bissett, founder of Portus Wealth Advisors, joins Craig Andrews to unpack what it really takes to lead a company that survives and thrives beyond its founder. William shares how watching his father struggle in solo practice shaped his commitment to team building. His insight is simple but powerful: don’t just hire talent—hire people who fil…

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229 - The Ezra Principle - Leadership Lessons That Scaled a Referral Empire with Brian McRae 36:33

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Brian McRae walked away from a comfortable W-2 job to chase something more fulfilling—control, freedom, and impact. What followed was a leadership journey rooted in service. In this episode, Brian shares how he transitioned from the mortgage world to building a coaching and mastermind business that thrives on authentic relationships. He didn’t adve…

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228 - Why Leadership Isn’t Taught - It’s Lived - Lessons from Kyle Schwarz 33:58

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Kyle Schwarz brings clarity to what leadership really looks like. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate and surface warfare officer, Kyle shares how a blunt rejection from his blue and gold officer nearly derailed his academy ambitions—but ultimately became a catalyst for transformation. He didn't quit. He trained, returned, and earned one of the strongest…

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227 - The Wisdom of Ignorance - Why Not Knowing Can Be the Key to Innovation with Alan Gregerman 40:27

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Alan Gregerman nearly lost everything after a stroke robbed him of his ability to speak and see. But instead of giving in, he turned that moment into one of his greatest leadership lessons. In this episode, Alan shares how navigating life without communication forced him to rethink how leaders engage, innovate, and lead. Through his recovery, he un…

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226 - From Hospice to High Impact - How Emily Erstad Builds Resilient Teams 27:37

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Emily Erstad joins Craig Andrews for a candid conversation about the real heart of leadership—emotional intelligence. A former speech-language pathologist turned hospice leader, Emily shares how leading in high-stakes environments taught her the power of trust, vulnerability, and consistency. She explains why leadership isn’t about commanding—it’s …

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225 - Why Great Leaders Set the Strategy - Then Get Out of the Way with Lee Pepper 32:12

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Lee Pepper brings battlefield-tested leadership into the boardroom. In this episode, Lee breaks down how military strategies—some dating back to the Romans—can drive success in today’s marketing and business landscape. Drawing from his Army background, time at Fort Knox, and career in behavioral healthcare marketing, Lee explains how setting clear …

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224 - From Moscow to Main Street - How Stan Sukhinin Helps Clinics Thrive 23:57

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Stan Sukhinin knows what it’s like to rebuild from scratch. After a meteoric rise in Eastern Europe’s finance world—managing a $450M mezzanine loan portfolio—he moved to New York to launch a hedge fund. It didn’t survive the pandemic. What did survive? His ability to spot financial blind spots and fix them fast. Now, as founder of The Sorso, Stan s…

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223 - From Iraq to EOS - Why Every Leader Needs a Coaching Team with Hark Herold 31:48

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Hark Herold brings three decades of military precision to the entrepreneurial world. As a retired U.S. Air Force colonel turned EOS implementer, Hark shares how his leadership experience in high-stakes environments—from serving in Desert Storm to overseeing base recovery during rocket attacks in Iraq—shaped his approach to business. Now, he empower…

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222 - Copy that Persuades for Leaders with Hillary Gale 27:46

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Hillary Gale didn’t just pivot careers—she rewrote the script entirely. A former college writing teacher, she stepped away from academia, launched a one-woman marketing firm, and then discovered she was pregnant—all within days. With nine months on the clock, she had to lead fast, build smart, and carve out space for maternity leave while launching…

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221 - From Financial Advisor to Healthcare Disruptor -The Donovan Ryckis Story 31:29

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Donovan Ryckis is leading a healthcare revolution—one grounded in leadership, accountability, and total transparency. As CEO of Ethos Benefits, he exposes the broken incentives in traditional benefits brokerage, where rising premiums often pad broker commissions. His fiduciary approach flips the model: no backdoor deals, no hidden fees, and no vagu…

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220 - From Dyslexic Kid to Podcasting Visionary - The Leadership Journey of Alex Sanfilippo 44:03

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Alex Sanfilippo shares how a childhood marked by dyslexia and self-doubt evolved into a leadership platform spanning podcasting, public speaking, and entrepreneurship. As the founder of PodMatch, Alex has enabled thousands of leaders to get their voices heard, but his path started with personal healing and self-expression. In this episode, Alex det…

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219 - Chris Hurn on Why Entrepreneurs Need Courage - and Cash Flow 35:52

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Chris Hurn, CEO of Community Bankshares, joined the show to talk straight about entrepreneurial leadership in high-stakes environments. He traces his roots to watching his single mother run a chocolate business out of their basement, an early masterclass in grit, marketing, and operations. That foundation shaped his view of what it means to lead—no…

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218 - From Budget Buster to Loyalty Builder - Rethinking Employer Health Plans with Allison De Paoli 35:04

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Allison De Paoli joins Craig Andrews to break down how employers can lead through one of the most neglected aspects of their business—health insurance. Drawing from decades of experience and her family’s entrepreneurial legacy, Allison shows how leaders can stop hemorrhaging money on bloated health plans and start using benefits as a tool for reten…

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217 - Why Every Leader Should Write a Book - Insights from Everett O’Keefe 38:30

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Everett O’Keefe shares the origin story of Ignite Press, from a chance reconnection to a publishing powerhouse. His leadership was tested early when co-founder John tragically passed away, forcing Everett to carry the vision forward alone. Instead of folding, he doubled down. That decision sparked the launch of nearly 200 bestselling books and resh…

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216 - Empowering Business Owners - Tax Strategies with Mike Jesowshek 31:34

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Mike Jesowshek, founder of TaxElm, delivers a masterclass on leadership by eliminating one of the biggest pain points for entrepreneurs: tax confusion. His leadership style centers on simplifying complexity and empowering clients and employees through clear strategy and execution. On the Leaders and Legacies podcast, Mike breaks down how he uses tr…

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215 - Building a Workforce from Scratch - Michael Cole’s Leadership in the Trades 32:58

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Michael Cole, President of Next Level Technician, shares how he turned a failed Subway franchise and a few unlikely training classes into a thriving staffing and training company in the low-voltage trades. In a field plagued by high turnover and unpredictability, Cole stands out by building systems that value integrity and grit over credentials. Hi…

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214 - Bring the Magic of Disney to Any Business with Vance Morris 40:19

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Vance Morris doesn’t just deliver services—he designs unforgettable experiences. In this episode, he shares how Disney’s obsession with systems shaped his philosophy for building customer loyalty and price elasticity. Morris breaks down his transition from security guard at a birth control factory to Disney executive, then to bankrupt entrepreneur,…

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213 - How Data-Driven Decisions Fuel Confident Leadership with Tom Dillon 31:35

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Tom Dillon, founder of Frak Finance, joins Craig Andrews to break down how smart financial leadership unlocks business growth. As a fractional CFO, Tom helps companies escape the trap of gut-based decisions and start leading with data. He exposes the cost of common blind spots—like selling at a loss, underestimating hiring costs, or ignoring tracti…

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212 - Leadership Through Purpose - How Kirk Spahn Helps Students Excel On and Off the Court 41:35

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Kirk Spahn brings leadership to life at ICL Academy, a school built for students who aim higher—on the court, on the stage, or in their communities. In this conversation, Kirk breaks down what it takes to lead with purpose. He shares how ICL moves beyond academics to develop discipline, resilience, and character. The goal? To build champions for li…

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211 - Own Your Lane - Michelle Griffin's Framework for Leading with Clarity 42:58

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Michelle Griffin joins Craig Andrews to deliver a sharp message for leaders flying under the radar—visibility is not vanity, it's your responsibility. As founder of Brand Leaders and creator of the “Own Your Lane” framework, Michelle helps professionals become the go-to voice in their space. In this episode, she breaks down the four key steps of he…

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210 - Building Systems That Set You & Your Business Free - Lessons from David Forster 32:08

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David Forster joins Craig Andrews to dismantle one of the most persistent myths in business: that people are the problem. With eight businesses under his belt, Forster explains why 94% of business issues stem from broken or missing processes—not bad hires. He shares how simplifying systems, building checklists, and offloading mental bandwidth into …

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209 - From Green Beret to Cybersecurity Leader - Josh Wathen on Business Resilience 30:57

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Josh Wathen, COO of Triad InfoSec and former Green Beret, joins Craig Andrews to sound the alarm on a growing leadership challenge: cyber resilience. In a world where ransomware is a billion-dollar business and hackers operate in full-fledged corporate teams, Josh breaks down why small businesses are soft targets—and how leadership complacency can …

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208 - The Three Keys to Success - Philip Portman's Formula for Leading Growth 43:29

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Philip Portman, founder of Textdrip and author of Three Keys to Success, shares his raw journey through entrepreneurship and leadership. At his lowest point—deep in debt, grieving the loss of his dog, and questioning his choices—Philip made a commitment: he would never work for anyone else again. That moment became his turning point. In this episod…

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207 - Leadership in Action - How Dr. Cristin Dickerson Makes Healthcare Work for Everyone 34:28

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Dr. Cristin Dickerson isn’t waiting for the healthcare system to fix itself—she’s leading the charge. As founder of Green Imaging, Dr. Dickerson cuts through red tape and bloated bureaucracy to deliver affordable, high-quality imaging. In this episode, she walks through how leadership rooted in ethics, transparency, and accountability can change th…

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206 - Leading Through Numbers - Why Smart CFOs Predict the Future with Ken LaCroix 40:44

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Ken LaCroix, Chief Insight Officer at Insightful Partners, brings a sharp leadership lens to financial strategy. In this episode, he explains why a good CFO doesn’t just report history—they help leaders forecast and shape the future. Ken shares stories from the trenches, including uncovering a private jet buried in company expenses, and warns how t…

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205 - Owning the Dirt - Jeff Peterson’s Leadership Lessons from Business & Real Estate 33:42

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Jeff Peterson didn’t start with investors, privilege, or a fallback plan. At 17, he jumped into business and never looked back. On this episode of Leaders and Legacies, Jeff breaks down the leadership lessons behind building a $150 million real estate project from the ground up. What started as a cash-flowing trailer park evolved into a 316-unit, m…

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204 - From Ghana to California - A Spine Surgeon’s Global View on Leadership with Dr. Kushagra Verma 33:47

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Dr. Kushagra Verma doesn’t just run a spine care practice—he leads it with intention, integrity, and data. In this episode, Dr. Verma lays out a clear blueprint for what leadership looks like in medicine. He shares how rejecting volume-based care in favor of concierge-level attention has allowed him to maintain high standards and build lasting trus…

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203 - Turn Your Voice Into Authority - The Leadership Power of Publishing with Aurora Winter 36:11

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Aurora Winter joins Craig Andrews to explore how leaders can use books to amplify authority, build trust, and accelerate business growth. As the founder of Same Page Publishing, Aurora reveals her spoken author method—a system that turns interviews into books, saving time and maximizing impact. She shares how one hour of recorded content generated …

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202 - Secrets Your CPA Isn't Telling You - The Legal Art of Tax Strategy with Peter Culver 36:14

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Peter Culver doesn’t just save clients money—he helps them rewrite their financial future. In this episode, Peter breaks down how tax strategy, not tax filing, is the critical leadership tool most business owners ignore. As co-founder of Wealthrive, he combines legal insight and financial acumen to reveal how affluent families protect and grow weal…

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201 - Fixing What's Broken with B2B Networking with Donnie Boivin 33:55

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Donnie Boivin didn’t launch his company until he was 40. Six months later, he nearly lost everything. His wife’s car was repossessed. Their farm almost went under. But Donnie didn’t quit. Instead, he built Success Champion Networking into a global business by rejecting transactional networking and teaching entrepreneurs how to build referral ecosys…

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200 - The Secrets of Building Community with Norm Farrar 38:18

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Norman Farrar doesn’t lead by barking orders—he leads by building trust. In this episode, he explains how strong leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about showing up consistently, listening carefully, and creating space for others to lead. Norm shares how his leadership style evolved from his early days in manufacturing…

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