Best Alex Foo Podcasts (2025)

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780: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Kenneth Harbaugh and Ron Macklin) 13:02

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Some leaders are forged in combat zones, others on the playing field, but both reveal that leadership is ultimately about courage, vulnerability, and creating connection. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together Kenneth Harbaugh, a former Navy pilot, veteran advocate, and podcast host, and Ron Macklin, a former professional football player,…

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779: Will AI Replace My Role as a Leader? - Ask Denis 13:52

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Some are calling AI a ticking clock on leadership roles, while others see it as just another tool. Denis Gianoutsos brings clarity to the debate in this powerful episode, showing why AI isn’t replacing leaders but why leaders who fail to adapt may soon find themselves irrelevant. From boardroom conversations to global studies, Denis explains what’s…

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778: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Chad Hufford and Sondra Sutton Phung) 21:01

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Some leaders guide with numbers, others with innovation, but both reveal that leadership is about purpose, adaptability, and influence. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together Chad Hufford, a financial planner and performance coach from Alaska, and Sondra Sutton Phung, Marketing General Manager for Electric Vehicles at Ford. Though from ve…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0455: Peter Morén (Peter Bjorn and John, SunYears) 1:15:00

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"The Song Forlorn"Perhaps best known as the Peter portion of the Swedish outfit Peter Bjorn and John, Peter Morén and his band have put out close to ten albums of catchy indie rock that's yielded worldwide hits like "Young Folks," tours around the globe, international television ads and TV and movie placements in everything from Gossip Girl to Band…

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777 Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Judy Lubin and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez) 18:11

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Some leaders challenge systems. Others reframe the future of business itself. In this mashup episode, Denis Gianoutsos features Dr. Judy Lubin and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, two powerhouse voices reshaping our understanding of leadership. Dr. Lubin, founder of the Center for Urban and Racial Equity, demonstrates how equity must extend beyond represen…

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776: It’s Not the Cards, It’s How You Play the Game - Ask Denis 9:14

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Some leaders wait for the perfect moment. However, the most successful ones make the most of the cards they have at their disposal. In this episode, Denis shares why thriving in uncertainty comes down to three essentials: mindset, attitude, and language. From reframing challenges as opportunities to using deliberate language that fuels resilience, …

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775: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Peter Hopwood and Heather Osgood) 22:29

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Some leaders command a stage. Others master connection through a screen. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos features Peter Hopwood and Heather Osgood, two leaders from very different worlds who share one essential skill: communicating with clarity and impact. From building presence in virtual spaces to scaling a business from scratch, they reveal how…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0454: Will Dailey 1:21:47

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"Boys Talking"Yes, it's true that Will Dailey's seventh album, Boys Talking is not technically out. I mean, it is and it isn't. Hold that thought because we're going to circle back to it. The Boston-born Will Dailey is one of the most affecting, soulful and moving singers you'll ever hear. His back catalog, which features records like Goodbye Red B…

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774: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Hermann Simon and Mario Bekes) 19:44

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Some leaders are forged in boardrooms. Others are forged in battle. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos features Hermann Simon and Mario Bekes, two leaders whose paths have taken them from Cold War tensions and combat zones to building global businesses and protecting corporate integrity. From commanding in the German Air Force to pioneering the field…

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773: Who the Heck Owns AI in an Organization? - Ask Denis 15:50

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AI isn’t coming. It’s already here, and it’s time leaders treated it that way. In this episode, Denis Gianoutsos tackles a pressing and provocative question: Who owns AI in your organization? Denis makes it clear. AI is no longer just an IT initiative or tech experiment. It’s a leadership issue. And passing it around like a hot potato won’t cut it …

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772: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Alex Vincent and Jake Stahl) 15:58

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Leadership Starts with Culture and Grows with Awareness. In this insightful mashup, Denis Gianoutsos features Dr. Alex Vincent and Jake Stahl: two experts reshaping how leaders understand culture, communication, and connection. From diagnosing the silent breakdowns in organizational culture to reimagining how leaders speak and onboard, this episode…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0453: Ryan Walsh (Hallelujah The Hills) 45:16

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"Deck"Over the course of their nearly-fifteen album career, Hallelujah The Hills have established themselves as one of the most unpredictable, inventive and fascinating bands on the planet. Hard to pick favorites in their discography because every album is unbelievable--there's 2012's No One Knows What Happens Next or 2013's Portrait Of The Artist …

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771: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Maja Zelihic and Shari Foos) 14:27

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Leadership is presence, not performance. In this powerful mashup, Denis Gianoutsos features Dr. Maja Zelihic and Shari Foos: two leaders redefining what it means to lead with authenticity, empathy, and purpose. From academic leadership to emotional connection, they reveal how real impact begins when we show up as our whole selves. This episode is a…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0452: Ilan Rubin (Foo Fighters, Nine Inch Nails) 24:19

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"Bonus Episode"Okay, so this was recorded before Ilan Rubin was named as the new drummer for the Foo Fighters, but this is a cool chat and if you aren't familiar with his work with Nine Inch Nails and Angels and Airwaves and The New Regime, this is a great catch-up on his career. He's a really nice guy and a great drummer and in case you missed thi…

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770: What is a Key Characteristic of a Change Leader? - Ask Denis 15:23

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Change isn’t slowing down, and neither can you. In this special Ask Denis episode, Denis Gianoutsos answers a powerful listener question: What is the key characteristic of a change leader? His answer is clear: adaptability. Denis explores why adaptability, not charisma, not intelligence is the leadership superpower for thriving in uncertainty. He s…

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769: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Emily Ransone and Natasha Miller) 20:06

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Real leadership begins with curiosity, the willingness to ask the right questions, and truly listening. In this special mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together two powerful voices: Emily Ransone, who shares how structure can create freedom for leaders, and Natasha Miller, who turned personal discipline and creative passion into entrepreneurial suc…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0451: Freedy Johnston 1:07:53

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"Can You Fly"Yes, Freedy Johnston did his California Thing and it was immortalized on his 1992 album Can You Fly. When you're an artist you can go one of two ways: east or west and he Kansas-born singer-songwriter Freedy Johnston went east, landing in New York after college. Firmly planted in the 212, Johnston worked odd jobs and wrote songs and af…

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768: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Chris Rollins and Filipo Levi) 16:44

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True leadership is about growth, being real, and rising when it counts. In this 2025 mashup of Leadership is Changing, host Denis Gianoutsos is joined by Chris Rollins and Filipo Levi: two leaders who’ve led transformation, from military and sport to business and beyond. Chris shares how mindset defines leadership and how personal integrity drives …

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767: Cut Through the Noise: Lead with Clarity and Focus - Ask Denis 8:52

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There’s a reason top leaders stall, even when they’re driven, capable, and well-equipped. The culprit? Noise. Denis Gianoutsos explores how high performers lose momentum when distractions go unchecked. From relentless meetings to mental clutter, Denis shares how growing noise derails clarity and execution, and what to do about it. Pulled from real …

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766: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Andrew Cordle and Dan Brdar) 14:58

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Sustainable leadership demands speed, discernment, and the courage to execute even when the path isn’t clear. This 2025 mashup of Leadership is Changing brings together voices from the frontlines of entrepreneurship and innovation to explore what it really takes to lead in today’s world. Andrew Cordle, a serial entrepreneur, is known for launching …

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0450: Chip Z'nuff (Enuff Z'nuff, Adler's Appetite) 1:03:41

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"Xtra Cherries"An aspiring baseball player with a solid fastball, the Illinois-born Chip Znuff put down the glove in favor of the bass and he left home at 17 going west with his punk rock band D-Generation. The D Generation story is told best by Chip himself, so I'll leave that one to him, and I'll cover what happened after that band broke up. Lick…

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765: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Kristi Venta Diemoz and Mel Engle) 17:49

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What happens when leadership becomes a long game, and legacy is built quietly over decades? This special 2025 mashup episode brings together two powerful voices in leadership: Kristi Venta Diemoz, a 20-year eBay veteran who leads with consistency and heart, and Mel Engle, a strategic CEO driven by purpose and bold vision. Together, they explore wha…

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764: Leadership is Like Golf: Choose the Right Tool for the Moment - Ask Denis 10:15

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Leadership isn’t about having every tool. It’s about knowing when to use the right one. Denis Gianoutsos draws a powerful leadership lesson from the game of golf. Just like on the course, leadership requires more than a full toolkit; it demands precision and timing. As Denis puts it, “Leadership isn't about having every tool. It's about knowing whe…

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763: Leadership is Changing Mashup 2025 (ft Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva and Ken Miller) 21:06

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What does it truly mean to lead when the world around you crumbles and rebuilds itself? This episode features host Denis Gianoutsos' most powerful conversations with two extraordinary leaders. Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, born to political dissidents in Soviet Kazakhstan, witnessed her world collapse overnight—yet discovered that leadership is a dynamic…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0449: Bill See (Divine Weeks) 1:13:42

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"Bow To No One"Southern California native Bill See got his start in the pop band The Need, which, by the mid-'80s had morphed into Divine Weeks. With a groundswell of critical acclaim powering their mighty boat, the band put out instant classics like Never Get Used To It and Through And Through, which came out on Steve Wynn of the Dream Syndicate's…

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762: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dennis Mark and Jared Hummel) 19:06

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Some of the most powerful leadership breakthroughs begin far from the boardroom: on frozen rinks, at unexpected crossroads, and in moments that demand reinvention. In this powerful mashup, Denis Gianoutsos is joined by Dennis Mark and Jared Hummel - two leaders who prove that adaptability, humility, and bold connection are the real markers of succe…

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761: When the Pressure Plateaus – How Leaders Sustain Their Energy - Ask Denis 13:59

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The pressure is off, but are you drifting? Many leaders rise when the stakes are high. But what happens when the noise fades, the urgency settles, and the spotlight dims? In this episode, Denis Gianoutsos tackles one of leadership’s most overlooked challenges: sustaining momentum when the pressure plateaus. With the same clarity and candor he’s kno…

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LIC 760: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Denice Torres and Kevin Dedner) 19:56

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Can your past become the foundation for powerful leadership? In this thought-provoking mashup, host Denis Gianoutsos is joined by Denice Torres and Kevin Dedner, two leaders whose greatest lessons came not from boardrooms but from lived experience. Denice, a former janitor who rose to the C-suite at Johnson & Johnson, shares how being underestimate…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0448: Dave Wolfenden (Red Lorry Yellow Lorry, Rose Of Avalanche) 1:13:18

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"Strange Kind Of Paradise"Formed in Leeds at the dawn of the '80s, Red Lorry Yellow Lorry were weaned on the MC5 and Wire, but their brooding melodies and dark and churning instrumentation gotthem lumped in with the Goth scene. Their 1985 debut Talk About The Weather went to #3 on the NME indie chart and to this day remains an undisputed classic. W…

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759: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Matt Edmundson and Richard Taurima) 17:26

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What does it mean to succeed when success is no longer just about money? In this candid mashup, host Denis Gianoutsos sits down with Matt Edmundson and Richard Taurima, two dynamic voices who took vastly different roads to leadership. From building global e-commerce brands to navigating cultural intelligence and decentralized finance, they unpack l…

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758: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Rhonda Vetere and Jim Massey) 19:11

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True leadership isn’t tested in comfort. It is revealed in moments of disruption. Host Denis Gianoutsos is joined by two powerhouse voices: Rhonda Vetere and Jim Massey. They offer unfiltered insights on navigating transformation, rebuilding identity, and leading through complexity. From boardrooms to global stages, from leadership in STEM to disma…

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757: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Christopher Salem, Ian Clough and Andrew Bryant) 26:38

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When everything feels uncertain, what separates those who lead with impact from those who just hold a title? In this dynamic mashup episode, host Denis Gianoutsos invites three powerhouse leaders—Christopher Salem, Ian Clough, and Andrew Bryant—to share their diverse perspectives on how leadership evolves through experience, identity, and self-lead…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0447: Willie Aron (Thee Holy Brothers, The Balancing Act) 1:15:14

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"High In My Balloon"When it comes to the Grammy-nominated musician and composer Willie Aron, he's worked with so many people, it might be faster just to list the people he hasn't worked with. Born in Southern California, Aron studied classical piano before falling in love with the Beatles and new wave and teaching himself guitar. He co-founded The …

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756: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dave Greenberg, Peggy Smith and Fredrik Härén) 22:35

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True leadership isn’t about being in charge, it’s about being ready when no one else is. In this mashup episode, Denis Gianoutsos brings together three remarkable voices—Dave Greenberg, Peggy Smith, and Fredrik Härén—to unpack the lived realities of modern leadership. These stories span from rescue helicopters to corporate boardrooms to remote isla…

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755: Halftime- Reflect, Reset, and Accelerate - Ask Denis 10:22

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Your calendar just blew the halftime whistle. Now the question is: will you coast or will you accelerate? Denis Gianoutsos issues a timely challenge to leaders everywhere: Don’t let the second half of the year slip by. Drawing inspiration from elite sports, he positions this midyear moment as a rare opportunity to pause, reset, and step into the ne…

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754: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Steve Fredlund, Kurian Tharakan and Daniel Tolson) 25:28

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Great leadership is forged in the tension between burden and belief, between what breaks you and what builds others. In this mashup episode, Denis Gianoutsos sits down with Steve Fredlund, Kurian Tharakan, and Daniel Tolson—three thought-provoking leaders from different arenas- to explore what it means to lead in a world that’s always evolving. Fro…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0446: BC Camplight 1:12:04

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"A Sober Conversation"Although BC Camplight is the brainchild of the New Jersey born Brian Christinzio, don't be mistaken in thinking his onstage persona is a protective way of distancing himself emotionally from who he is offstage because it's the exact opposit. BC Camplight is actually a way of amplifying those emotions and as a result, it's hard…

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753: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Roy Osing, Marcus Glowasz, and Patrick Touhey) 22:30

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Is leadership really changing, or does it need to? In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos sits down with Roy Osing, Marcus Glowasz, and Patrick Touhey to explore what leadership must become to stay relevant and impactful. These powerful voices challenge outdated mindsets and call for a bold, human-centered approach to change. This isn’t just a conversati…

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752: Positivity, Energy, and Hunger to Learn - A Leadership Lesson from Christchurch - Ask Denis 8:59

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What if your greatest leadership asset isn’t your title or experience, but the energy you bring? In this Ask Denis episode, Denis Gianoutsos reflects on a powerful keynote moment in Christchurch, New Zealand, where a room full of global health professionals reminded him what real leadership feels like. They weren’t just there to listen; they were r…

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751: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. David Wood, Mark Herschberg and Adam Strong) 32:36

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Ego or purpose? Reaction or strategy? Silence or bold leadership? This mashup isn’t conversation, it’s a catalyst. Denis Gianoutsos teams up with David Wood, Mark Herschberg, and Adam Strong to challenge outdated leadership and ignite a new standard—one built on purpose, presence, and power. Change is here. Will you lead it, or get left behind? Lis…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0445: Miles Zuniga (Fastball) 1:15:50

2M ago1:15:50

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"Sonic Ranch"Licking his wounds from the breakup of his band Big Car, the Texas-born singer/songwriter Miles Zuniga found himself out west--and when I say out west I mean about ten minutes from where we record this podcast. Miles got a job working at Chez Panisse and hanging out on Telegraph Avenue at Cody's Books and Amoeba Music. The Big Car expe…

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750: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Diane Hamilton, Swami Raote and Steve Fredlund) 20:26

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What if leadership isn't about being the smartest in the room, but about having the courage to unlearn, adapt, and truly connect? In this powerful mashup episode, Dr. Diane Hamilton, Swami Raote, and Steve Fredlund join Denis Gianoutsos to explore the deeper shifts redefining what it means to lead. From challenging status quo thinking to carrying t…

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749: 5 Years of Leadership is Changing - A Journey of Voice, Vision, and Consistency - Ask Denis 10:05

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What happens when life takes your voice, literally? In this special Ask Denis milestone episode, Denis Gianoutsos reflects on the unexpected origin of the Leadership Is Changing podcast. Episode 749 marks five years since its launch, born not from triumph but from silence, following a life-altering surgery that nearly took away his ability to speak…

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748: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Natasha Miller, Shari Foos and Dr. Mrinalini Garv) 21:31

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In this heartfelt mashup episode, Natasha Miller, Shari Foos, and Dr. Mrinalini Garv join Denis Gianoutsos to reflect on the deep shifts happening in leadership. From high school orchestra podiums to hospital corridors, their stories reveal how emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and purpose-driven work redefine what it means to lead. Tune in to…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0444: Tom Hollister (Cardinal Black) 1:09:52

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"Midnight At The Valencia"Before all this rock and roll stuff, Tom Hollister was a highly touted Rugby player from Wales. I'll let him tell you how his career as an athlete was derailed as a young man in Canada, but let me just say this: when he got back to Wales, he channeled all that athletic energy into another sport entirely: the making of musi…

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747: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Maja Zelihic, Dr. Sean Hall, and Ira S Wolfe) 25:11

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What if leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but adapting with integrity in a world that won’t stop changing? In this powerful mashup, four visionary voices- Dr. Maja Zelihic, Dr. Sean Hall, Ira S. Wolfe, and host Denis Gianoutsos- share personal stories and bold insights that challenge traditional leadership and invite us into a more agi…

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746: How Can You Lead a Team When You Have No Experience in Their Field? - Ask Denis 10:35

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What does it take to lead when you're out of your depth? This powerful Ask Denis episode answers a question from Denis' nephew: "How can I lead a team when I don’t have experience in their specific field?" The answer flips a common leadership myth on its head. It’s not about having the technical know-how. It’s about how you show up, how you listen,…

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745: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Julian Light, Ryan Allen Bell, Phil Holden, and Peggy Smith) 24:09

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In this mashup, four dynamic voices—Julian Light, Ryan Allen Bell, Phil Holden, and Peggy Smith—reflect on what leadership looks like in today’s rapidly shifting landscape. From rethinking who qualifies as a leader to embracing empathy, technology, and timeless values, each guest offers a unique lens on transformation. What if leadership isn’t abou…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0443: Pete Astor and Andy Strickland (The Loft) 1:23:08

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"Feel Good Now"Alright, let's get the spicy stuff out of the way; yes, the Loft split up onstage in front of 3,000 people while opening for the Colorfield at the Hammersmith Palais. That happened. But a lot happened before and a lot has happened after, so let me catch you up. Formed in 1980, The Loft were one of the first bands signed to Alan McGee…

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744: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Ernest Azzam, Stephanie Cousins, Simon Peterson, and Anneliese Olson) 23:14

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In this special mashup edition, four global voices - Ernest Azzam, Stephanie Cousins, Simon Peterson, and Anneliese Olson - join Denis Gianoutsos to explore what leadership means in a world of constant disruption, decentralization, and demand for emotional intelligence. From the rise of co-CEOs to the necessity of creating "brave spaces," these lea…