Best SparkEffect Podcasts (2025)

1
Beyond KPIs: The CEO Competencies Boards Often Miss 29:21

Play Pause

2d ago29:21

29:21

Here's a boardroom paradox: The person who can make or break your organization—your CEO—receives the least comprehensive performance evaluation. Most boards focus narrowly on KPIs and operating objectives, missing the nuanced competencies that truly predict success. In this conversation, Kim Bohr and SparkEffect Board Chair Mike Humphries reveal wh…

1
Google vs. Barcelona: Two Paths for AI and Trust 38:53

17d ago38:53

38:53

The traditional change management playbook doesn't work for AI—and most organizations are about to learn this the hard way. David Eliot, PhD candidate and author of Artificially Intelligent: The Very Human Story of AI, reveals a critical insight: those building AI systems actively benefit from keeping people confused. When confusion reigns, democra…

1
The Motivation Myths Burning Out Your Best Leaders 34:19

1M ago34:19

34:19

Your best leaders aren't leaving because they lack passion—they're leaving because you're using motivational myths that defy brain science. Dr. Bobby Hoffman reveals research on 6 million college students showing extrinsic motivation (money, recognition, status) drives performance—yet we shame people for wanting it. The result? Self-doubt, anxiety,…

1
Parenthood Advantage: Stop Losing Your Best Talent 26:28

1M ago26:28

26:28

Your best employees aren't leaving because they became parents—they're leaving because you don't know how to support them. Mason Donovan and Mark Kaplan reveal shocking research: 100% of parents believe becoming a parent made them better employees—more empathetic, resilient, and organized. Yet the "motherhood penalty" persists (4% income decrease p…

1
HR's Make-or-Break Moment: Leading Your Organization's AI Transformation 48:09

2M ago48:09

48:09

71% of employees just faced major disruption—most of it AI-driven. Yet in most organizations, HR isn't in the room when AI strategy gets decided. In this urgent conversation, Kim Bohr and change management expert Maria Ross reveal why HR has approximately six months to claim their seat at the AI transformation table—or risk watching technology team…

1
Manager Trust Under Fire: The Hidden Leadership Vulnerability 42:48

2M ago42:48

42:48

Your direct managers are your organization's greatest trust asset—and your most dangerous vulnerability during crisis. New research reveals why. In partnership with cultural anthropologist Dr. Aaron Delgaty, SparkEffect conducted the most comprehensive study on organizational trust during disruption. The findings flip conventional crisis management…

1
Why AI Can't Replace Executive Coaches 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

While AI can ask powerful questions and validate feelings, it can't synchronize nervous systems or call your B.S. when you need it most. In this essential conversation, SparkEffect's Chief Coaching Officer Rod Bacon reveals why the most transformative leadership breakthroughs require human connection, productive tension, and biological synchronizat…

1
Gen-Z Transforms Workplace Leadership Expectations 38:21

3M ago38:21

38:21

Your Gen Z employees aren't difficult. They're revolutionizing how we work. Dr. Meisha Rouser, organizational behavioral scientist with 20+ years experience, reveals groundbreaking research on why this generation's "why" questions are transforming outdated workplace paradigms. Discover what happens when employees who watched their parents lose home…

1
AI Training Gap Threatens Leadership Success 32:23

3M ago32:23

32:23

High-performing organizations are 17 times more likely to train their executives on AI. Yet, most companies are dangerously unprepared for the AI revolution. In this best-of episode from Season 1, i4cp co-founder Kevin Oakes reveals groundbreaking research showing only 11% of organizations are successfully operationalizing AI, while those ignoring …

1
Join the Courage Community Now 0:54

3M ago0:54

0:54

71% of organizations faced major disruption in the past 24 months, yet only 36% emerged with stronger trust. Season 2 of Courage to Advance explores how exceptional leaders navigate complexity while maintaining the trust that makes organizations thrive. Host Kim Bohr, President & COO of SparkEffect, brings you candid conversations with executives w…