Best Leadingthroughchange Podcasts (2025)

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Deciding How to Pivot When Life Hits 31:23

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Have you ever wondered how some people keep standing even when life seems determined to knock them flat? That question lingered with me as I spoke with Dave Munson, the founder and CEO of Saddleback Leather Co., whose journey is marked by sharp turns, risk-taking, loss, grit, faith, and a remarkable ability to get back up again. This conversation r…

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How Our Pasts Can Propel Us Into Our Futures 9:02

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In this solo episode of Becoming Unshakable, I invite you to join me for a quiet reflection on how our past experiences can shape and strengthen who we are becoming. I talk about my love for fall, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot, and how those simple moments remind me of the beauty of change. Each fallen leaf tells a story of what was, and …

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Asking for Help Is Strength, Not Failure 38:05

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In this episode of Becoming Unshakable, I had the privilege of welcoming two inspiring guests, Mary Beth Sandin and Kristina Fusella. It was my first time hosting two people at once, and the conversation felt like sitting down with old friends who have walked similar roads of challenge, growth, and self-discovery. Together, we explored what it mean…

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When Compassion Meets Combat: A Paratrooper's Take on Leading People Through Tough Times 34:43

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When you've led people through war zones, you learn what unshakable leadership really means. In this episode of Becoming Unshakable, I sit down with retired Army officer, author, and speaker Clay Novak to explore what happens when compassion meets combat. With five tours of duty across Iraq and Afghanistan, Clay has lived the reality of leading und…

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Self-leadership Isn't Selfish It's Intelligent 15:01

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In this episode of Becoming Unshakable, Heather reflects on a moment that reminded her what true leadership looks like from the inside out. Fresh from speaking to 13,000 nurses at the Atlanta World Congress Center, she shares how an experience that looked glamorous on the surface, with makeup, stage lights, and a long line of people waiting for hug…

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One Step That Changes Everything in Hard Times 41:19

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Jodi O. Brown has lived the kind of story most of us hope we never face. What began as a picture-perfect life shifted overnight when she learned the symptoms she had been ignoring were signs of a brain tumor wrapped around her brainstem. One surgery became three. Five days in hospital became thirty-five in neurocritical care. The journey would grow…

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Leading with Humility: The Discipline of Self-Leadership 22:55

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In this episode of Becoming Unshakeable, I sit down with Jim Matuga, Founder of InnerAction Media, to explore a side of leadership that often goes unspoken: followership. Jim brings a refreshing perspective that challenges the assumption that leadership is the only role worth aspiring to. Instead, he makes a compelling case for the power of humilit…

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426: Becoming Your Own Compass When the Path Isn't Clear 13:54

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In today's episode of Becoming Unshakeable, I'm doing something a little different. This is one of my solo shows where I answer questions that listeners have sent directly to me. It's my way of making sure your voice is part of this conversation, because even though I cannot see you when you listen, I want to stay connected to what matters most to …

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Turning Fear into Fuel: The Power of Courageous Choices 39:32

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Welcome to this episode of Becoming Unshakeable! If you've been a follower and fan of Leadership with Heart, you're in exactly the right place. From here on out, Becoming Unshakeable will be the new name of my show—and I can't wait to bring you invaluable insights on what it means to lead with clarity, compassion and courage. Ed Rahill's story begi…

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Overcoming Barriers, Leading with Purpose: Susan Frew's Story 26:22

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Welcome to this episode of Becoming Unshakeable! If you've been a follower and fan of Leadership with Heart, you're in exactly the right place. From here on out, Becoming Unshakeable will be the new name of my show—and I can't wait to bring you invaluable insights on what it means to lead with clarity, compassion and courage. In this conversation, …

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What It Means to be Unshakeable 10:57

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In this episode, I open up about what it truly means to become unshakeable. Not perfect. Not untouchable. But rooted in a steady strength that grounds you and steadies the people around you. I share why this evolution from Leadership with Heart to Becoming Unshakeable is not just about the world's needs, but also about my own. Like many of you, I n…

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Wake-Up Calls and Brave Choices 32:58

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Welcome to one of the first guest episodes of Becoming Unshakeable! If you've been a follower and fan of Leadership with Heart, you're in exactly the right place. From here on out, Becoming Unshakeable will be the new name of my show—and I can't wait to bring you invaluable insights on what it means to lead with clarity, compassion and courage. Wha…

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Show Up and Participate: The Mindset of an Unshakeable Leader 28:10

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Welcome to the second episode of Becoming Unshakeable! If you've been a follower and fan of Leadership with Heart, you're in exactly the right place. From here on out, Becoming Unshakeable will be the new name of my show—and I can't wait to bring you invaluable insights on what it means to lead with clarity, compassion, and courage. When I began pl…

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Grounded & Growing 9:44

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Welcome to the very first episode of Becoming Unshakeable! If you've been a follower and fan of Leadership with Heart, you're in exactly the right place. From here on out, Becoming Unshakeable will be the new name of my show, and I can't wait to bring you invaluable insights on what it means to lead with clarity, compassion, and courage. In this op…

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419: Stepping into My True North 11:15

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After six amazing years, this is the final episode of the Leadership with Heart podcast. If you've been with me since the beginning, thank you. Truly. This journey has been one of the most meaningful parts of my career and my life. When I started this podcast in 2018, I felt the world needed more conversations about compassion in leadership. I beli…

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418: Championing You-ness: Cultivating a Culture of Contribution 31:00

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In this episode of the Leadership with Heart podcast, I sit down with Lorii Rabinowitz, the CEO of Denver Scholarship Foundation, for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about what it means to lead with empathy, clarity, and purpose. Lorii was referred to me by someone I deeply respect, and it quickly became clear why. Her approach to leadersh…

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417: The Human in Human Resources: Kurtis Strauel's 30-Year Journey 24:48

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On this week's episode of the Leadership with Heart podcast, I sit down with Kurtis Strauel, Senior Director of Human Resources at Mark-Taylor Residential, to discuss the power of leading from the heart in a field that is often misunderstood. With over 30 years of experience in HR and more than two decades in leadership, Kurtis brings a deeply refl…

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416: Data, Heart & Leadership: A Conversation with Sarah from American Senior Living 34:56

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What happens when a leader blends deep operational structure with genuine human care? That's the question at the heart of my latest conversation on the Leadership with Heart podcast, where I'm joined by Sarah Mazzocco, Chief People Officer at Americare Senior Living. We first met when I was invited to speak at Americare's annual leadership conferen…

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415: Made in America: A Mission Beyond the Label 28:06

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Dean Wegner is a former Army Ranger, a West Point graduate, and now the CEO and co-founder of Authentically American, an apparel brand rooted in purpose. But more than that, he's a husband, a dad of four, and someone who truly understands what it means to lead with heart. We started this episode by connecting over something very personal. As many o…

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414: Unshakable from Within: Self-Leadership Through Life's Transitions 15:49

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In this solo episode, I open up about one of the most emotional experiences of my life after dropping my son off at the United States Naval Academy. It stirred something profound within me, and I felt compelled to share what I learned about self-leadership, emotional resilience, and staying grounded during life's most significant transitions. I dis…

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413: From Data to Grace: A New Era of Self-Leadership 40:27

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In this episode of Leadership with Heart, I sit down with Laura Chevalier, Chief Growth Officer at Optomi Professional Services, for a conversation that explores the powerful intersection of data, grace, and self-leadership. Laura shares her remarkable journey from teaching and sports to building a thriving IT consulting startup and leading a divis…

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412: Beyond the Budget: Human Impact in Nonprofit Leadership 37:45

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In this episode, I sit down with Lorna Little, President and CEO of St. Anne's Family Services in Los Angeles. Lorna leads an organization that touches the lives of thousands of families facing housing insecurity, young mothers seeking stability, and children who need a safe start. Our conversation goes deep into what it means to lead from both liv…

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411: Caring, Campaigns & Communication: The Dovetail Solutions Story 30:06

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On this episode of the Leadership with Heart podcast, I'm joined by someone very special to me, Andy Boian, founder of Dovetail Solutions and a longtime friend and collaborator. Andy first joined me on the show back in 2020 and was also featured in my book The Art of Caring Leadership. Since then, a great deal has changed, both for him and his comp…

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410: Strong Yet Compassionate: The New Leadership Standard 51:49

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In this episode of Leadership with Heart, I sit down with Tracy Nolan, Senior Vice President of MarketPoint at Humana, for a candid and powerful conversation about what it truly means to lead with both strength and compassion. Tracy has spent her career guiding large teams through complex transformations, including overseeing 14,000 employees durin…

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409: Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence 46:59

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In this episode of Leadership with Heart, I sit down with someone I genuinely admire, both professionally and personally. Kevin Eikenberry joins me to discuss his newest book, Flexible Leadership, and together, we explore what it truly means to lead with flexibility during times of constant change. As someone who believes deeply in the power of sel…

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408: Soft Landings and Hard Truths in Team Building 42:22

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What does it take to lead with heart in one of the most demanding, misunderstood public service sectors? In this episode of the Leadership With Heart Podcast, I spoke with Billie Jo McCarley, Deputy Director of Operations at the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department. From the moment I saw her speak on a panel, I was drawn to her clarity, purpose, a…

Leadingthroughchange Podcasts

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Becoming Unshakable

Heather R. Younger, J.D.

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Deciding How to Pivot When Life Hits 31:23

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How Our Pasts Can Propel Us Into Our Futures 9:02

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Asking for Help Is Strength, Not Failure 38:05

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When Compassion Meets Combat: A Paratrooper's Take on Leading People Through Tough Times 34:43

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Self-leadership Isn't Selfish It's Intelligent 15:01

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One Step That Changes Everything in Hard Times 41:19

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Leading with Humility: The Discipline of Self-Leadership 22:55

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426: Becoming Your Own Compass When the Path Isn't Clear 13:54

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Turning Fear into Fuel: The Power of Courageous Choices 39:32

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Overcoming Barriers, Leading with Purpose: Susan Frew's Story 26:22

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What It Means to be Unshakeable 10:57

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Wake-Up Calls and Brave Choices 32:58

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Show Up and Participate: The Mindset of an Unshakeable Leader 28:10

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Grounded & Growing 9:44

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419: Stepping into My True North 11:15

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418: Championing You-ness: Cultivating a Culture of Contribution 31:00

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417: The Human in Human Resources: Kurtis Strauel's 30-Year Journey 24:48

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416: Data, Heart & Leadership: A Conversation with Sarah from American Senior Living 34:56

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415: Made in America: A Mission Beyond the Label 28:06

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414: Unshakable from Within: Self-Leadership Through Life's Transitions 15:49

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413: From Data to Grace: A New Era of Self-Leadership 40:27

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412: Beyond the Budget: Human Impact in Nonprofit Leadership 37:45

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411: Caring, Campaigns & Communication: The Dovetail Solutions Story 30:06

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410: Strong Yet Compassionate: The New Leadership Standard 51:49

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409: Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence 46:59

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408: Soft Landings and Hard Truths in Team Building 42:22