Best Inside Dre Podcasts (2026)

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Seeing The Invisible: How Beats By Dre Became Iconic, and How Pioneers Build Businesses That Last 38:38

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In today’s episode, we explore what it means to create work that lasts not just for the next trend cycle, but for generations. We dive deep into the interplay of intuition, identity, and intentionality that underpins creative longevity, and how these often-invisible forces guide great design, resilient businesses, and enduring cultural impact. We s…

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Dog Catches Car: What Happens After You Achieve Your Life's Goal? 21:44

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What happens when the chase is over and the dream is finally caught? In this episode, we sit down with Lionel Cartwright—whose career soared to the top of the country music charts—to explore the rarely discussed crossroads of success. After years of relentless pursuit, Lionel achieved all the milestones he’d imagined: record deals, number one hits,…

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20 Years In 20 Minutes 22:14

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This week, we celebrate a major milestone... 20 years of the podcast! The first episode of The Accidental Creative launched in December 2005. While this is episode 88 of the re-branded version, Daily Creative, this is something like episode 1,398 of the podcast. We take a reflective journey back to where it all began, unpacking the origin story of …

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Daily Creative 13:00

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In December 2025, we celebrate something special—twenty years of this podcast, which first launched as Accidental Creative in December 2005. We reflect on how starting, even with imperfect beginnings, is an essential part of a creative journey. In this episode, we draw insights from the book Daily Creative, sharing a series of thought-provoking ess…

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The State of the Wellness Industry with Brain Von Ancken 45:55

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What if the biggest lever for healing our fractured world is our own health? Not just physical fitness, but the full spectrum of mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will Samson sits down with Brian von Ancken—early Tough Mudder employee, former Barry’s leader, community-builder, and founder of the Well…

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What Are Your Escape Hatches? 17:56

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In this episode of Daily Creative, Todd Henry explores the subtle ways in which we avoid true commitment to our creative and professional ambitions. Todd discusses the concept of "escape hatches"—the backup plans, excuses, and rationalizations that prevent us from risking real vulnerability and discovering what we’re truly capable of. Drawing from …

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Mirror Moments and the Messy Middle with Chris Eversley (Reissued) 44:32

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Episode Description: What happens when the identity you've built your life around… no longer fits? In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Chris Eversley—former professional basketball player, tech consultant, coach, and founder of Next Play, a platform dedicated to helping others navigate transformation. Chris’s journey is anyth…

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5 Questions Every Creative Pro Should Be Asking 18:23

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In this episode, we take a step back from our typical interview format to reflect on something many creative leaders are feeling right now: a subtle but persistent sense of drift amidst uncertainty. Drawing from recent conversations with leaders worldwide, Todd Henry digs into the changing dynamics of organizations, shifting marketplaces, and the u…

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Navigating the Future of Work: Insights with Katrice Miller 50:23

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Navigating the Future of Work: Insights with Katrice Miller

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Dirtbag Billionaire: Why Calling Isn't "Found", It's Uncovered 24:46

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In this episode, we explore the unconventional story of Yvon Chouinard, the “dirtbag” climber who became the founder of Patagonia and ultimately gave away his billion-dollar company to protect its mission. In conversation with David Gelles—New York Times journalist and author of Dirtbag Billionaire—we dig into the paradoxes of success, the power of…

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What If Memory Could Speak? Inside the World of Soul Tech With Miles Spencer 45:43

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Episode Description What if you could actually talk to someone you love who’s passed away—not just in memory, but in voice, presence, and evolving thought? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Miles Spencer, cofounder of Reflekta, a company building what he calls Soul Tech—AI avatars of elders created from family archives, stories…

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Super Chickens vs. Super Coops: The Power of Team Intelligence 20:15

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For decades, we've been told that high performance is about gathering the brightest stars—the so-called “super chickens”—onto one team and watching the magic happen. But what if this approach is exactly what’s holding us back? In this episode, we challenge the myth of the lone genius and superstar culture, inspired by the research of evolutionary b…

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Reimagine How We Work Now That Distance is Normal With Marissa Goldberg 46:02

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Episode Description What does it take to shift from pandemic remote to future-forward remote — not just surviving, but thriving? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I talk with Marissa Goldberg, founder of Remote Work Prep and long-time remote work pioneer, about how we reimagine how we work now that distance is normal. Marissa has been doing re…

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Slow Down To Go Fast (Why Optimizing Isn't the Answer) 31:07

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In this episode, we dive deep into what it truly means to sustain high performance—without losing ourselves along the way. We explore why the relentless pursuit of optimization can leave us exhausted, disconnected, and ultimately unsatisfied, even as our productivity dashboards look more impressive than ever. We sit down with Dr. James Hewitt, a hu…

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How Focus is the Foundation of Productivity, Profit, and Relational Integrity 47:57

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Episode Description In a world drowning in distraction, attention has become the most precious—and underutilized—currency. In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Neen James—speaker, leadership strategist, and author of Attention Pays and Folding Time—to explore how we can reclaim focus, design experiences that last, and lead with pr…

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Safe Danger: Why Play Is Serious Business 30:07

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In this episode, we dive deep into the paradoxical space where creativity thrives: the intersection of safety and danger. Drawing inspiration from IDEO’s iconic reinvention of the shopping cart, we explore how play, risk, and psychological safety fuel real innovation. We’re joined by Ben Swire—author of “Safe Danger” and former IDEO design lead—and…

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The Hidden Forces Shaping Our Economy With Paul Musson 51:17

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Episode Description What if the wealth you thought you had wasn’t real wealth at all? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Paul Musson, author of Capital Offense: Why Some Benefit at Your Expense, to unpack the hidden forces shaping our economy. Paul explains why rising home prices don’t reflect true value, how central bank polici…

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How To Be Lucky (By Design) 24:33

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Episode 80: Lucky By Design – Show Notes Is luck really just random, or can we engineer it? In this episode, we explore how “luck” is often the result of preparation, pattern recognition, and a deep understanding of hidden systems that shape opportunity. Drawing from the unlikely success story of Gary Dahl’s Pet Rock and the groundbreaking research…

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What Happens When the System Fails (and People Step Up) with Shawn Van Diver 50:18

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Episode Description Most leadership or mission-driven podcasts don’t dive into politics. But when promises meant to save lives hang in the balance, it becomes a moral question — and leadership matters more than ever. In this episode of Mission Driven You, I talk with Shawn VanDiver, founder and President of #AfghanEvac, a coalition of over 250 orga…

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Your Compass & Creative Fuel 29:06

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How do we keep our creative edge—and ourselves—intact while navigating constant demands, distractions, and emotional turbulence? In this episode, we explore two distinct yet overlapping paths to real impact and creative resilience. We first sit down with Robert Glazer, best-selling author of The Compass Within, who demystifies the role of core valu…

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Leadership in Chaos: What College Presidents Can Teach Every CEO with Beverly Daniel Tatum 46:56

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Episode Description We’re living in a moment of turbulence not seen in higher education—or perhaps in leadership in general—for decades. Political pressure, financial stress, cultural division, campus protests, and debates about belonging and identity are all colliding in ways that make leadership feel impossibly hard. In this episode of Mission Dr…

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Supercommunicators 25:49

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How often do our teams, family members, or collaborators end up misunderstanding each other even when we think we’re being perfectly clear? In this episode, we dive into the high cost of miscommunication and what it takes to become a “super communicator” in a noisy, divided world. We’re joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg, wh…

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What separates the people who keep showing up from those who quit when it gets hard? With Dre Baldwin 49:13

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Episode Description What separates the people who keep showing up from those who quit when it gets hard? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I talk with Dre Baldwin—also known as Dre All Day—a former professional basketball player who’s built a global personal development brand around his Work on Your Game philosophy. With over 40 books publishe…

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Thriving In Times of Epic Disruption 21:42

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In this episode, we explore the exhilarating—and sometimes terrifying—landscape of disruption with innovation expert Scott Anthony, author of Epic Disruptions. Together, we examine the rapid shifts happening across every industry and what it takes not just to survive, but to lead through change with courage and creativity. We discuss why disruption…

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From Climate Crisis to Climate Adoption: A New Era of Innovation with Josh Dorfman 47:34

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Episode Description What if solving climate change wasn’t about sacrifice, but about building a more abundant, prosperous future? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I talk with entrepreneur and storyteller Josh Dorfman—founder of Supercool and co-founder of Planted—about why we’ve entered a new era he calls climate adoption. The debate is no lo…

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The Creative Shift 23:21

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Why does so much around us feel "vaguely familiar"? In this episode, we dive deep into the creative malaise of our overstimulated world—where endless scrolling, constant content, and a deluge of data make everything seem slightly derivative and uninspiring. We unpack the concept of “vague familiarity” and examine why our passion for novelty is cons…

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What Happens When You Refuse to Look Away? with Ross Halperin 45:15

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What does it mean to bear witness in a world where silence often feels safer? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Ross Halperin, author of Bear Witness, to explore the extraordinary story of Kurt Ver Beek and Carlos Hernández—two men who risked everything to confront gang violence and systemic corruption in Honduras. Together, th…

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Why Hustle Culture Fails—and What to Do Instead 17:29

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In this episode, we explore what it takes to sustain creative leadership—not just for the next launch, but through the marathon of a meaningful career. We sit down with serial entrepreneur and author Chris Ducker to dig deep into his philosophy from his new book, "The Long Haul Leader," where he shares battle-tested frameworks for combating burnout…

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Unlocking What’s Inside You: Steven Puri on Flow, Creativity, and Building a Life That Matters 53:59

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Episode Description What if the biggest challenge of our lifetime isn’t external at all — but whether we’ll bring out what’s already inside of us? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Steven Puri — technologist, entrepreneur, and creative visionary — to explore how we can live and lead from a place of authentic creativity in a cul…

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How to Turn Doubt Into Your Creative Superpower 21:08

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In this episode of Daily Creative, we dive deep into the concept of doubt as a catalyst for creativity, innovation, and effective leadership. We explore a real-world story where doubt reshaped a project and led to a superior outcome, challenging our culture’s bias toward certainty and snap answers. Our guest, Dr. Bobby Parmar, author of Radical Dou…

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Building Beyond the Algorithm: Hussein Hallak on Innovation, Integrity, and Human Connection 47:17

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Episode Description Too often, conversations about leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship get reduced to surface-level soundbites — quick wins, growth hacks, and feel-good inspiration. But what happens when we step back and ask harder questions about the systems we’re building, the stories we’re living, and the future we’re shaping together? …

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Are You A Moment, or a Mountain? 9:41

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In this solo episode, we explore a profound question: Are we building our professional lives around fleeting moments, or are we becoming mountains—steady, enduring, and impactful over the long term? We reflect on the contrast between “moment makers” who chase applause and “mountain builders” who quietly cultivate trust, skill, and lasting influence…

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You’re Not Just in the Chaos—You Are the Chaos (Re-release) 25:23

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Episode Description: What if I told you that the chaos in your life isn’t just happening to you—it’s happening through you? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I dive into the uncomfortable truth that you are the chaos—and the only way to regain control is through radical self-ownership. We explore: Why control is an illusion—and how trying to “…

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Time Anxiety 23:47

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Why does time feel so slippery, especially for creative pros? In this episode, we explore the phenomenon of “time anxiety”—that restless sense that we’re running out of time or not spending our hours on what really matters. We’re joined by Chris Guillebeau, author of the book Time Anxiety, who brings a fresh lens to how we experience time, how our …

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Eight Lessons That Changed Me This Year (And Could Transform Your Leadership) 39:15

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Episode Description In January, I rebooted Mission Driven You — not to chase downloads or please algorithms, but to create from my capital “S” self. In this special episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s guided me since then: eight themes that have shaped over 60 episodes this year. We’ll explore how to lead and live with depth in a cultur…

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Lessons From Future You: How To Use Distancing To Unlock Brilliant Ideas 22:10

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Episode E71 – Distancing In this episode, we dive into one of creativity and leadership’s most overlooked superpowers: the ability to distance ourselves from our own immediate experience. We explore why our best work rarely happens by accident—it’s a result of disciplined, intentional decisions made from a broader perspective. We sit down with form…

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Trust at a Distance: Leading with Empathy in the Remote Workplace — with Dr. Peggy Kendall 46:14

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Episode Description: In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Dr. Peggy Kendall, a seasoned communication scholar, Fulbright recipient, and professor at Bethel University. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Kendall delves into the evolving dynamics of trust and leadership in our increasingly remote and hybrid work environments.…

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Cover Bands Don't Change The World (Inside The Creative's Mind) 23:11

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In this episode, we explore the idea that “cover bands don’t change the world”—and what it really takes to move from remixing the familiar to truly original creative work. We discuss why so many creative professionals feel stuck in safe, derivative cycles, and how our obsession with mimicking proven formulas can prevent us from breaking new ground.…

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Unleashing People Energy: Transforming Leadership and Business with Alicia Parr 42:03

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In this episode, Will Samson sits down with Alicia Parr, author of "People Energy Principles," to explore the transformative power of reframing leadership and organizational culture. Discover how Alicia's unique approach to harnessing people energy can propel growth and foster a more engaged, innovative workplace. From the art of reframing to the i…

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Blindspotting: Preventing Hidden Sabotage at Work 20:12

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In this episode of Daily Creative, we dive into the hidden forces that can derail even the most talented and well-intentioned leaders: blind spots. We explore why self-awareness isn’t just about knowing our weaknesses, but also understanding how our biggest strengths—if left unchecked—can turn into liabilities. We’re joined by Marty Dubin, executiv…

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Why Great Leaders Create Problems on Purpose — with Ted Santos 46:22

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Most leaders are taught to solve problems. But what if your greatest breakthroughs come from creating them? In this mind-stretching episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Ted Santos, the leadership disruptor behind the Disruptive Leadership Model. Ted works with CEOs, executives, and entrepreneurs to rewire how they think about chaos, t…

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Chasing Likes: How One Button Changed The World 30:54

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In this episode of Daily Creative, we dig into the origins and unexpected global impact of the “like button” with business thinker and strategist Martin Reeves, co-author of Like: The Button That Changed the World. Together, we uncover not just the technical and historical story behind one of the internet’s most recognizable icons, but also how som…

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Calling BS on Leadership Hacks: What 200 Executives Taught Us About Real Change 24:59

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In this solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will Samson shares surprising insights from a new survey of 200 C-level executives—and issues a bold challenge to modern leadership culture: it’s time to call BS on leadership hacks. If you've ever felt tempted by quick fixes and productivity “cheat codes,” this episode will push you to rethink what real …

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Redemption, Identity, and the Real Work of Leadership with Ken Miller 43:27

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What happens when your life completely unravels—and you decide to rebuild it from the inside out? In this powerful and deeply human episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Ken Miller, a speaker, social impact entrepreneur, and author of Becoming Ken. Ken’s story defies easy narratives. From growing up in a fractured identity to experienc…

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Why Work Should Be Fun (Sometimes): The Case for Joy & Humanity at Work 27:34

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In this episode, we dive deep into what it really means to be human in today’s workplace. We push back against the efficiency-obsessed culture and explore how bringing more humanity, joy, and intention into work leads to better results and more meaningful lives. First, we’re joined by Bree Groff, author of Today Was Fun! and consultant and expert i…

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The Empathy Dilemma: Why Empathy Is Your Leadership Edge with Maria Ross 50:02

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Empathy isn’t weakness. It’s strategy. In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will Samson sits down with Maria Ross, brand strategist, speaker, and author of The Empathy Edge and The Empathy Dilemma, to reframe the role of empathy in leadership. As workplaces struggle with burnout, disconnection, and turnover, Maria makes the case that empathy is m…

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Brilliance Under Pressure (Todd Henry Live in Scottsdale, AZ) 50:22

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Summer's in full swing, our routines are upside down, and creative disciplines are as vital as ever. In this special episode, we share Todd Henry's live talk from Scottsdale, Arizona, exploring the heart of creative work and what it really takes to thrive as a “create on demand” professional. Todd unpacks why producing brilliant work isn’t as simpl…

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The Best of MisInfoNation: Iran - Down with America, Garlic Shampoo, and the Incredible Hulk 50:15

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While Dré is away, we've been rebroadcasting some of our favorite MisInfoNation episodes. This one isn't just one of our favorites though, it's an episode that's really important to Neil and Dré and all of us at MIN HQ. It's the episode where we knew this show could actually do what we hoped it would - challenge stereotypes and help us look deeper …

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Breath, Business, and the Meaning Economy with Leo Marrs 45:47

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What do you get when you cross a nightclub owner, a somatic breathwork facilitator, and a student of integral theory? You get today’s guest—Leo Marrs—a mission-driven creator who walks the line between consciousness and commerce. In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Leo to explore his evolution from restaurant entrepreneur to …

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The Inner Game of Creative Leadership 31:52

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In this episode of Daily Creative, we dive into the heart of what it means to be a purposeful leader—both in our creative work and our lives. We explore how easy it is to drift away from our core motivations as we advance in our careers, and what it really takes to stay anchored to what matters most. We’re joined by Klaus Kleinfeld, the only Fortun…