Best Dr Sean Francis Podcasts (2025)

Summary: Today I bring on Kevin Yates, known as the L&D Detective, to explore the intersection of authenticity, resilience, and effective learning and development practices. I knew that I needed to talk to Kevin after seeing him present at our conference. He was able to connect with the crowd in a unique way with his engaging talk and also shared i…

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Season 8 - Episode 4 - Sean Petterson, Supersede 42:33

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Sean Petterson, CEO of Supersede. They discussed the founding of Supersede, marine and construction material manufacturing, the process for using recycled plastics, logistics management, the challenges of green solutions and carbon-reduction initiatives, designing cost-competitive systems to outp…

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Live Events That Transform and Convert with Sean Stewart 48:28

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I brought my friend Sean Stewart on To The Promised Land because he embodies what we talk about here—real transformation and the kind of momentum that moves a business forward. We talked about why live, in-room experiences still change people faster than anything else, how we’ve shifted from information to transformation, and why your energy and pr…

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The Man Maker: Raising Families and Building Leaders with Greg Francis 58:58

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Great leaders aren’t born—they’re built through faith, service, and intentional action. In this episode of To The Promised Land, Jase Souder sits down with Greg Francis—a leader, coach, podcaster, and founder of Man Maker. From building massive organizations to equipping families to succeed, Greg shares powerful lessons on leadership, legacy, and l…

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Why Principles of Friendship Are Underestimated in Business - Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, Clinical Psychologist, Keynote Speaker 59:19

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Summary: Today I sit down with Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, a renowned expert on friendship and human connection, to discuss the importance of building meaningful relationships in the workplace and how we underestimate principles of friendship. As she likes to say, "We overestimate the amount of both energy and discomfort that can come from reaching out, i…

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Journey Crafting: Designing Customer Experiences That Last 1:09:51

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Why do some businesses feel natural and effortless to interact with—while others feel clunky and frustrating? Dr. Andrea Peer reveals the secret behind designing customer journeys that spark connection, trust, and loyalty. With over 18 years in UX research and a PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Andrea shares her Journey Crafting Framework—a prove…

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From Midlife Pivot to Proven Results: The Power of Coaching with Katie Sevenants & Dr. Susan Blumberg | 011 39:49

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Most people over 50 start to slow down—but not Katie Sevenants. After decades as a top performer in network marketing, she now travels the world showing women how to show up powerfully on camera. From mindset to marketing, Katie's mission is clear: help women realize the best chapter of life may just be the next one. Then I sat down with Dr. Susan …

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Turning Vision into Impact: Dr. Lori McDowell & Tatiana Bowers | 010 42:14

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Some of the most powerful shifts in leadership and coaching come from the people working quietly behind the scenes. In this special episode, I introduce you to two extraordinary members of my team—women who’ve dedicated their lives to transforming coaches and business owners into stronger leaders. First, I sit down with Dr. Lori McDowell, a bestsel…

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Season 8 - Episode 3 - Kohei Shinohara, Sodick 31:35

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Kohei Shinohara, Senior Vice President at Sodick, live from the Innovation and Emerging Plastics Technologies Conference at PennState Behrend, June 11-12, 2025. They discussed injection molding machine design, medical and precision micro-molding, use of the V-Line® two-stage plunger injection sys…

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Helping People Tell Their Story Better - Stephen Steers, Steers Consulting Group 51:02

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Summary: Today's episode is with Stephen Steers, a sales consultant, keynote speaker and author. We explore the art of storytelling in sales. Not how to tell your story but how to help people tell a better version of their own story. When you can help someone better understand themselves and through your interaction you better understand them., tha…

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From Leadership Mastery to Life Reinvention: Lessons from Kate Nash and JoAnne Ewing | 009 34:55

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Leadership and reinvention often come from those who’ve walked the path themselves and today, you’ll hear from two powerhouse members of my own team who’ve done exactly that. First, Kate Nash brings her 20+ years of leadership development expertise to share how true leadership starts with leading yourself. We explore how self-leadership unlocks bus…

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How A Former Basketball Star Became A Business Pro - Dre Baldwin, CEO - Work on Your Game 49:55

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Summary: Alot of people reach out to me to inquire about being a guest but this one stood out amongst almost 150 episodes. Dre Baldwin was the first to make me a personalized video and it landed with me. Dre Baldwin is a former professional athlete turned entrepreneur and performance coach. Dre shares his unique framework for success, emphasizing t…

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Leadership Beyond Rank: Human Connection in the Military - Enrique Acosta, CEO, Author, Podcast Host 51:11

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Summary: Have you ever wondered if or how human connection happens in the military? For someone that's never been in the military like myself, I've often thought the military is about a chain of command and an order structure. That's it. You follow orders or else. Human connection and order seem to be opposing forces. But today's guest says that's …

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Season 8 - Episode 2 - Lisa van der Vorst, Mold-Masters Ltd. 24:56

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Lisa van der Vorst, Senior Sales Director-North America at Mold-Masters Ltd., live from the Innovation and Emerging Plastics Technologies Conference at PennState Behrend, June 11-12, 2025. They discussed the state of the industry and future of hot runners, her career journey leading to injection …

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Objection Handling 101 for Coaches Who Hate Selling Cover | 008 13:57

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You won’t believe how much I learned about coaching by flying through the skies. This episode takes you back to my early days as a flight attendant—before stages, before coaching clients, before I knew what personal growth even was. I share how mandatory customer service seminars transformed not just our airline (from worst to first!) but set me on…

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Live Events That Convert: Lessons From 400+ Virtual Stages with Steve Werner | 007 1:17:42

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Ever planned an event and felt totally overwhelmed—like no one’s going to show up and your savings are on the line? I’ve been there. Steve Werner has definitely been there. In this episode, Steve takes us behind the scenes of his early failures, from a $240k contract gone sideways to reinventing his event strategy—and ultimately becoming one of the…

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Confidence Over Clarity: What Your Clients Really Want with David Ewing | 006 57:04

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You won't believe what happened when David Ewing’s son faced fire, barbed wire, and a crowd of 1,000 men cheering him on. I brought David on to talk branding—but what we got was so much deeper. David’s the real deal. A creative genius, a business owner, a husband, and a dad who teaches his kids to “do hard things” every day. We talked about the pow…

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TTPL005 - Growth Happens in the Debrief Room - A Behind the Scenes Look (Part 2) | 005 29:42

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We just wrapped an amazing event—and wow, what a journey. In this behind-the-scenes debrief, you’ll hear the heart, hustle, and honest lessons from the team that made it happen. This isn’t just about logistics. It’s about legacy. You’ll hear what we learned, what we’re leaving behind, and what we’re bringing into the next one. It’s raw. It’s real. …

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Building a Transformational Experience, Not Just an Event: A Behind the Scenes Look (Part 1) | 004 1:01:28

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Hosting an event isn't about showing up and hoping for the best. It’s about consciously choosing who you’ll be before you step on that stage. In this episode, we invite you behind the curtain to witness our pre-event ritual—a powerful session where our team and advanced students (our Black Belt Unlimited crew) align on intention, energy, and purpos…

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Identity-Based Marketing: The Shift That Unlocks External Growth with Alexander Ford | 003 1:22:41

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You know that feeling when you’ve built something successful—but it secretly drains you? That’s exactly what we dug into with my guest and friend, Alexander Ford. Alexander and I unpack what it really means to lead with authenticity in both business and identity. We talked about how most entrepreneurs unconsciously build businesses they resent beca…

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Coaching Through Crisis - Natalie Lavelock’s Leap of Faith Story | 002 1:01:11

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You ever have a moment where your entire business path hinges on a single choice? That was Natalie Lavelock. From climbing the hospital ladder to saying “yes” to faith, family, and launching her coaching empire—this woman walks the walk. We dive deep into how she leads clients into clarity, peace, and purpose… all without compromising her values. W…

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The Promised Land Framework: Beliefs, Actions & Breakthroughs | 001 24:54

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Ten years ago, I had a powerful vision for how I wanted to build my business and use my voice to help others grow. But I sat on it. I hesitated. And I missed out on opportunities that could have changed lives, including mine. That’s why I’m launching this podcast now. I know there are coaches and entrepreneurs who feel stuck. They’re close to a bre…

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Welcome To The Promised Land! 2:02

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What if your coaching program could truly change lives—but the right people just haven’t found you yet? Welcome To The Promised Land Podcast, where we talk about reaching the people you're called to serve, leading with purpose, and building the kind of business that creates real transformation. If you know you’re meant for more, you’re in the right…

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A Dr. In Business Relationships Shares His Insights - Dr. Ryan O'Sullivan, author, Global Account Manager, InfoHive 55:10

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Summary: Have you ever wondered what the best people do to build high quality business relationships? Today I talk to a guy that devoted seven years of his lif studying just that. And the insights he's gained from asking exdecutives one simple question. "Can you think of the best person you've ever worked with from a vendor/partner perspective and …

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Season 8 - Episode 1 - Dr. Shilpa Manjure, Northern Technologies International Corporation/Natur-Tec 38:44

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Dr. Shilpa Manjure, Global Technical Leader at Northern Technologies International Corporation/Natur-Tec and SPE's Bioplastics and Renewable Technologies Division Chair. They discussed how her interest in plastics and biopolymers developed, the global approach to find solutions for plastics pollu…

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How A Soccer Star Became A Start At Connecting 48:17

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Summary: We've got a force of nature on the program today. She is a 16 year professional athelete. One of only 270 women in history to wear the jersey of the US Womens National Team. She was the first woman in Washingto Spirit history to have her jersey retired. Joanna Lohman played at the pinnacle of her sport and now owns stages where she speaks …

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The Intersection of Sales, Human Connection, and Entrepreneurship - Francie Jain, CEO, Terawatt 45:49

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Summary: In this episode, I chat with Francie Jain, founder of Terrawatt, to explore the intersection of sales, human connection, and entrepreneurship. Francie shares her journey from the hedge fund industry to founding a company that connects individuals with executive coaches. The conversation delves into the importance of relationships in sales,…

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How to Stand Out As A Human in Sales In A World of AI - John Barrows, CEO, JB Sales 51:01

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Summary: John Barrows is the CEO of JB Sales, a sales training company focused on elevating the people and profession of Sales. He’s been in Sales his entire life and held every position from making 400 cold calls a week to being the VP of Sales at one of the fastest growing companies in Massachusetts that they eventually sold to Staples and is now…

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Season 7 - Episode 10 - Dr. Jennifer Hoffman, Eurofins | EAG Laboratories 52:46

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Dr. Jennifer Hoffman, Director of Project Management for Eurofins | EAG Laboratories. They discuss her journey in materials science, her role as a "technical therapist," determining the best approach to address varying client needs, most common issues in plastics, deformulation/reverse engineerin…

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From Accounts to People - Sean Adams, VP of Revenue, Iorad 42:56

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Summary: This conversation, I invite someone who got to intentionally know me and who I've worked a little harder for because of how he's made an impact on me. In sales, we sometimes overthink the experience we need to give to people and Sean has found ways to simplify that. Sean met me at a company event and we've developed a great friendship. Wha…

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Season 7 - Episode 9 - April Brown, Moldex3D 38:43

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host April Brown, Applications Engineer at Moldex3D. They discuss her professional journey to a plastics industry career, injection molding simulation projects, reducing manufacturing cost and optimizing processes while reducing waste and considering sustainability, being more inventive and efficient …

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What Nameless People in Your Life Can Teach You About Sales - Dan Vasquenza, Founder, Author, Activist 53:35

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Summary: Have you ever had someone make a profound impact on your life but you can't really name them? We all have had people that made lasting impacts on us but only for a brief moment in time. We bought into their selflessness so much we even forgot to ask their names. Maybe it's your barista. Maybe its a flight attendant. For Dan, it was the nur…

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The Painter Who's Connecting By Giving, Robert Timmons, Speaker, Artist, Author 54:42

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Summary: Today's I talked to Robert Timmons, a successful sales coach and painter known for his unique project of painting millionaires. Robert has this unique way he connects over giving what he's talented at (painting) and we connect the docts on how that applies to sales. He has made unlikely connections with well know people over giving them pa…

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What You Learn About Connection Setting Out to Make 10K Friends - Rob Lawless, Keynote Speaker 47:53

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Summary: Do you think it's possible to meet 10,000 people for a 1 hour conversation? Before you answer that question, as yourself another on - what could you learn about connection if you did take on such a monumental journey? I'm going to answer both questions for you with my guest today, Rob Lawless. Rob was disillusioned in corporate American ba…

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A Seller's Journey Into Being An Authentic Version of Herself - Kelsie Neibel, Strategic Account Director, Snap Logic 44:08

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Summary: This is a conversation with a woman who found her authentic side of sales by becoming a mom. I interviewed Kelsey Neibel, a successful SaaS sales executive who shares her journey from management consulting to becoming a top seller. If you've ever wanted to know how someone found elite levels of success through finding their authenticity, t…

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Season 7 - Episode 8 - Andy Francis, Q-Lab 40:51

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Dr. Andy Francis, Vice President of Marketing at Q-Lab Corporation. They discuss the big forces of plastics weathering, the arch nemeses of plastics, the difficulty of service life prediction, techniques and equipment for testing the effects of weathering on plastics, common misconceptions about …

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Sell By Being Human (Best Of the Best) - Finding Your Essence in Sales, Rachel Druckenmiller, CEO, UnMuted 53:30

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Summary: This was a 2022 episode of Stories of Selling Human with one of my favorite guests, Rachel Druckenmiller. We're releasing all the goodness again for you on Sell By Being Human! Rachel is on a mission to humanize the workplace by igniting resilience, connection, engagement and compassion in organizations, associations and their leaders and …

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Practicing Uncommon Human Skills of Sales, Casey Jacox, Author - Win the Relationship Not the Deal 48:55

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Summary: Today we bring Casey Jacox, a former #1 seller turned consultant and speaker, who emphasizes the importance of human connection in sales. We dive into "uncommon human skills" in sales. We discuss how things like vulnerability, curiosity, and humility can transform the sales process into a more authentic and effective experience. Casey shar…

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A Mass Shooting Helped This Rep Find His Human Side of Sales - Brian Hicks, VP or Sales, Belkins 58:29

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Summary: Today we engage in a deep conversation with Brian Hicks, exploring the intersection of sales and human connection. Brian shares his journey from jewelry sales to B2B pipeline generation, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and genuine relationships in sales. Before you jump in, you should be warned that this episode can be triggerin…

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How A Revenue Operations Guy Exhibits Genuine Care to the C Suite - CEO, Founder Midgame Consulting 46:13

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Summary: This episode I invite my good friend Rich Bishop to the mic. Rich has had a pretty extensive career in the world of sales and revenue operations. He's currently the CEO of Mind Game Consulting, where he works with venture capital and private equity companies to conslut around key operations strategies. Part of Rich's role is to come into o…

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Season 7 Episode 7 - The Kenders 49:40

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PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host the Kenders, siblings with careers in plastics: Laura Kender, Polymer Process Engineer at Corning Life Sciences; Elizabeth Kender, Senior Product Developer at New Balance; and Stephen Kender, Senior Design Engineer at UPPAbaby. They discuss how their interest in plastics developed, their teamwork…