Best Jonathan D Wilson Podcasts (2025)

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The Power of Employee Wellbeing with Mark C. Crowley 46:42

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The key to higher performance isn’t perks or programs, but genuine care for employees’ well-being. Mark C. Crowley joins the podcast to share insights from his book The Power of Employee Wellbeing. Drawing on both research and his experience as a manager, Crowley explains why traditional engagement programs often fall short, how to meaningfully mea…

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Slavery, Misogyny, and Racism: It's All In The Bible (with David Johnson) 1:19:44

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This week's episode features a wide-ranging and informative conversation with my good friend and returning guest, David Johnson, host of the Skeptics and Seekers Podcast. I've done a number of shows with David, both here and on his show, and we've teamed up a lot this year for his "Summer of Morality" series he's been doing on his platform. Speakin…

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Interview #36 - Cody Goodfellow - New Tomorrow - with Anthony Trevino 1:19:08

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Hello DickHeads. The Hangout interview with Cody Goodfellow somehow didn't get recorded. To make up for it, David decided to rope in our old friend and former co-host, Anthony Trevino, to do a more traditional DickHeads Podcast interview with the author. Here they discuss Cody's latest novel, New Tomorrow, a little history, and Cody's views on the …

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Tweak Your Blindspots & Discover Breakthroughs with Marty Dubin 40:03

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Marty Dubin, a clinical psychologist and author of Blindspotting: How to See What’s Holding You Back as a Leader, joins us to explore six leadership blind spots that may be affecting your work: identity, intellect, emotion, motive, traits, and behavior. These areas offer L&D professionals a framework for strengthening self-awareness and managing th…

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From Christian Rocker to Losing Jesus (with Mikee Bridges) 1:08:26

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This week's episode features new friend Mikee Bridges, a former Christian rocker/grunge/punk musician who is also known for putting on the Tom Fest, an alternative Christian music festival that ran for 14 years. He also ran a Christian rock venue in Portland, OR, for many years. After getting out of the Christian music game, Mikee went on to help f…

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Age Bias is a Crisis. Let's Solve It with Tonya Wilson 43:02

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When it comes to tackling the bias around age, is the juice worth the squeeze? Our guest, Tonya Wilson, says absolutely. Tonya, organizational strategist and founder of AFC Consulting Group, joins the podcast to discuss the hidden costs of age discrimination—an issue that drains more than $850 billion from the U.S. economy each year. Tonya debunks …

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Bonus Episode: Not So Shiny Not So Happy People Chapter 3 Book Promo! 18:23

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In honor of my presentation at the Houston Oasis gathering on Sunday, the 24th of August, we are running a special promo sale that day on my book, Not So Shiny Not So Happy People: How Bill Gothard, Church, and Family Taught Me Christianity Doesn't Work. This weekend you'll be able to purchase the book on Amazon.com for just 99 cents! Also, if you'…

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America: Fed Into Trump's MAGA Woodchipper (with Frank Schaeffer) 52:33

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Once again I'm joined by my good friend Frank Schaeffer to discuss all things politics, religion, Christian nationalism, and the effect Trump is having on both the evangelical church and America overall. As a passionate observer of what's going on in terms of current events--not just in America but indeed the world--Frank always has a unique take o…

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Can AI Help L&D Bridge the Skills Gap? with Ryan Lufkin 38:39

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Ryan Lufkin, Vice President of Global Academic Strategy at Instructure, joins the podcast to cut through the noise around AI-enabled skill building and explore how this technology can truly support a thriving learning culture. AI is an accelerator, a disruptor, and a powerful tool—but it’s not replacing educators any time soon. Ryan shares how AI c…

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Power, Pressure, Performance: A Manager’s Balancing Act with Sabina Nawaz 35:01

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Sabina Nawaz is a global CEO coach, leadership keynote speaker, author, and advisor to C-level executives in Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and academic institutions. She joins the podcast to discuss themes of leadership from her book, You’re the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need). As leaders navi…

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An Ex-Evangelical and an Ex-JW Discuss Dr Robert Lifton's 8 Markers of Cults 1:35:36

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Recently I reconnected with returning guest Stephen Mather, former Jehovah's Witness and co-host of the now-defunct Cult Hackers Podcast. As an organizational psychologist, and former JW, Stephen is uniquely positioned to inform listeners on the eight markers of cults identified by Dr Robert Jay Lifton in his book Thought Reform and the Psychology …

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How to Get Noticed Without Self-Promotion with Connie Malamed 28:12

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Many talented learning professionals feel invisible—despite doing incredible work. In this episode, Connie Malamed joins us to explore how to gain visibility by contributing meaningfully to the field. We talk about why visibility matters, how to build credibility without being performative, and the ripple effects of sharing your work. You’ll also h…

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Alex Sasha Unwin — Founder of Moana Surf School on Surfing, Adventure and Ocean Therapy 40:05

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Alex Sasha Unwin is the Founder of Moana Surf School in Cascais, Portugal. Alex shares his unique journey from growing up in Papua New Guinea to becoming a passionate surfer and owner of Moana Surf School in Portugal. He discusses his early experiences with the ocean, the thrill of big wave surfing and the importance of balancing family life with h…

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Shame-Sex Attraction: Surviving Conversion Therapy (with Dr Lucas Wilson) 1:05:53

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I finally caught up with Lucas Wilson after months of emailing each other to set up this interview. And am I ever glad that I did! We had a fantastic conversation that I truly believe you will enjoy and learn a lot from. Lucas--or Luke--originally hails from Toronto, Canada, and as a young man ended up attending Jerry Falwell's Liberty University, …

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Vance Boelter: A Christian Assassin Radicalized by the New Apostolic Reformation 1:29:13

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Recently, a listener asked me if I would explore the potential connections between Vance Boelter--the gunman who recently killed 2 Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota, and wounded 2 more--and the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). The question posed was this: "Was Vance Boelter radicalized by his experiences within the NAR?" Beyond that, how do we know…

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Group Y Live: Chris Friend Co-Founder of Liveheats on Powering Action Sports 46:44

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Chris Friend is the Co-Founder & CEO of Liveheats a tech platform that enables action sports communities to experience better competitions. Chris Friend shares his journey from competitive surfing to creating a technology platform that revolutionizes grassroots action sports events. He discusses the challenges faced in developing technology for spo…

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The Problem with Bloom’s Taxonomy, and What To Use Instead with Jonathan Halls 40:37

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Jonathan Halls is an author and consultant who uses learning science to streamline talent development to be digital and focused on business results. In today’s episode, Jonathan takes on L&D’s Goliath: Bloom’s Taxonomy. If you’ve written a learning objective before, you've likely used a version of Bloom’s Taxonomy. But what if we’ve been using it i…

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Group Y Live: Mike Ciprari Founder of SJC Custom Drums & Loyal to the Craft on Drums, Hustle & Community 38:52

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Mike Ciprari is the Co-Founder of SJC Custom Drums and Founder of Loyal to the Craft: Helping Creatives Fuse Passion with Purpose. Mike Ciprari shares his journey from from a passionate young drummer to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the evolution of his business, the challenges of balancing touring and entrepreneurship, and his commitment…

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Beyond Stereotypes: Gen Z in the Workforce with Chelsea C. Williams 40:17

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Chelsea C. Williams, Founder & CEO of Reimagine Talent, is an expert on intergenerational talent strategies and the Gen Z workforce. In this episode, Chelsea debunks myths about Gen Z and shares lessons we can learn from the youngest working demographic. She breaks down what research reveals Gen Z truly values—from transparency and purpose to wellb…

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Project Esther: Weaponizing Antisemitism to Take Away Rights 1:07:34

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Although Chris Shelton and I just did an episode on Project Esther recently, there were a lot of details that we didn't have time to dive into. As the story develops, and more information comes out, there have been some truly concerning developments that have taken place. Thus, in this special episode, I'm bringing you all the details behind Projec…

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Bonus Episode: The Cult of Trump and Project Esther (with Chris Shelton) 1:07:24

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In this special bonus episode, former Scientologist Chris Shelton and I take a deep dive into a controversial new development in Trumpworld: Project Esther. This story originally broke a few weeks ago in The New York Times, and has now been picked up in other media outlets. The brainchild of The Heritage Foundation, authors of Project 2025 and majo…

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Group Y Live: Adam Wilson Founder of D/CAL on Subcultures, Creativity and Building an Agency 51:23

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Adam Wilson is the CO-Founder, Head of Strategy and Creative at D/CAL Adam Wilson shares his journey from the advertising world to founding his own agency, D/CAL. He emphasizes the importance of understanding subcultures over demographics in modern marketing, the evolution of digital marketing, and how his diverse team drives innovation. Adam discu…

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Borrow from Marketing to Boost Learning Impact with Bianca Baumann and Mike Taylor 36:12

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To elevate your training, it’s time to take a page from the marketing playbook. In this episode, we’re joined by Bianca Baumann and Mike Taylor—co-authors of Think Like a Marketer, Train Like an L&D Pro: Strategies to Ignite Learning—to explore how applying marketing strategies within learning programs can supercharge engagement, drive measurable i…

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The Real Conversation Jesus Wants Us To Have (with Regina Cates) 41:23

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This week's episode features an insightful conversation with Regina Cates, author of the book The Real Conversation Jesus Wants Us To Have: A Call To Bravery, Peace, and Love. At first, when I heard the title of the book, I was understandably sceptical. I figured Regina was just another progressive Christian trying to rehabilitate the church, the g…

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Group Y Live: Amy Stanton Founder of Stanton & Company on Female Empowerment, PR & Workplace Culture 44:14

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Amy Stanton is the Founder & CEO of Stanton & Company Amy Stanton shares her remarkable journey from engineering to marketing, detailing her experiences in advertising, the Olympic bid for New York, and her passion for building a business focused on women's sports. She discusses the challenges of running a business, the cultural shifts in the workp…

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Fair by Design: From Good Intentions to Behavior Change with Siri Chilazi 41:02

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Siri Chilazi, senior researcher at the Women and Public Policy Program at Harvard Kennedy School and co-author of Make Work Fair: Data-Driven Design for Real Results, joins the podcast to explore how organizations can meaningfully advance fairness at work. Drawing on insights from her research and the book, Siri discusses how to drive change even i…

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Group Y Live: Courtney Carter Seattle Sounders FC & Reign FC Chief Revenue Officer on The Evolution of Soccer Marketing in America 51:56

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Courtney Carter is the Seattle Sounders FC & Reign FC Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) In this episode, Courtney shares her journey from being a high-level soccer player to a key player in sports marketing and talent representation. She discusses her experiences at Major League Soccer, ESPN, and CAA, emphasizing the importance of diversifying across tra…

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The 7 Mountains Mandate: The Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy (with Matthew Boedy) 49:23

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Christian nationalism, by its very nature, is anti-democratic. I have come to believe that not only is this true, but it poses a serious threat to democracy not just in America, but indeed the world. With Donald Trump back in power--aided and abetted by another overwhelming majority of evangelicals--we are seeing the guardrails blown through and de…

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Interview #35 - Anthony Peake - A Life of Philip K. Dick 1:51:53

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Hello, PKD & Anthony Peake fans. D. Harlan Wilson conducted this interview with the acclaimed author a while back, and finally, here it is now. Get ready to get metaphysical as they discuss everything from aliens to the true meaning of Deja Vu to mind-opening drugs—All within the framework of Philip K. Dick's life and beliefs.Our Patreon ►► http://…

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Group Y Live: Brian Garofalow CEO at Skullcandy on Reviving a Legend 40:10

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Brian Garofalow Chief Executive Officer at Skullcandy On this episode of Group Y Live, join host Oli Russell-Cowan as he sits down with Brian Garofalow, the CEO of Skullcandy and a legend in the action sports industry. In this episode, Brian shares his incredible journey from the early days of the action sports scene to leading a prominent audio br…

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Episode #52 - Radio Free Albemuth - with Lisa Morton 2:38:44

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The acclaimed horror novelist and Radio Free Albemuth playwright Lisa Morton joins the DickHeads for the final published science fiction novel we have to cover. Radio Free Albemuth is part autobiography, part VALIS mythology, and part rough draft. Most of all, it is pure PKD. Plus: Riffing on the Royal Portable. Fappers. And making groovy sandwiche…

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Group Y Live: Monica Medellin Filmmaker on Women in Sports, Media & Impact 49:13

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Monica Medellin is a Film Director, Executive Producer & Unscripted TV Creator Monica Medellin is a filmmaker dedicated to expanding narratives around women and people of color in sports through media, including ahead-of-the-trend film, tv and branded content. Monica is the creator and executive producer of Surf Girls on Prime Video, in partnership…

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Talking Tech Without Losing Your Audience with Neil Thompson 27:04

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Neil Thompson is the founder of Teach the Geek, a company dedicated to helping technical professionals effectively communicate the value of their work to non-technical stakeholders. He joins the podcast to share how anyone with a specialization can sharpen their presentation skills—moving beyond acronyms and jargon that only experts understand. Thi…

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Helping People To Escape From Christianity (with Tim Mills) 1:19:10

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It's finally arrived! This week's long-overdue discussion is here, featuring a super informative and helpful conversation with Tim Mills, host of "The Harmonic Atheist" podcast and YouTube channel. As a faithful Christian virtually all of his life, Tim has an unbelievable testimony--and this is not just about how dedicated he was both to God and th…

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Group Y Live: Jonathan Weaver CMO at Db Journey on Building Brands & Communities 45:18

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Jonathan Weaver is the Chief Marketing Officer at Db Journey Jonathan Weaver is a Global Marketing Leader with roles across Nike SB, Womens & Football, Burton Snowboards and currently at Db having been part of the team to drive the LVMH LLV minority investment. From the UK, living in Portugal with his wife Mareike, and two kids, Lenny and Lilly aft…

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Flip the Script: Turning “Negative” Traits into Career Strengths with Jenny Wood 30:51

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Jenny Wood, former Google executive and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It, challenges the idea that success means playing it safe. In this episode, she reveals how to reclaim nine so-called "negative" traits—like being selfish, nosy, or even manipulative—and use them to build confidence, influence without authority, and stan…

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Change Your Life Script: Dealing with Limiting Beliefs (with Austra Putnina) 54:51

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This episodes features a wide-ranging and super helpful discussion with Austra Putnina, host of the "Chase The Impossible" podcast. Originally from Latvia, Austra now lives in Estonia--and has an amazing backstory. Ever struggle with the impostor syndrome? Ever struggle with those "tapes" that seem to play all the time in your mind? The ones that h…

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Group Y Live: Dustin Hinz | CMO at Firestone Walker Brewing on Brand Building, Curiosity & 805 Beer 55:54

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Dustin Hinz is the Chief Marketing Officer at Firestone Walker Brewing Co Dustin Hinz has spent his career at the intersection of storytelling, culture, and commerce. From his early days at Guitar Center to shaping music culture with many of the world’s most influential artists, to stewarding iconic guitar and string maker Ernie Ball Music Man, and…

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What Chocolate, Games, and Empathy Reveal About Strategy with Seth Godin 35:31

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Seth Godin – acclaimed entrepreneur, bestselling author of This is Strategy: Make Better Plans, and closing keynote speaker at ATD25 – joins the podcast to challenge the way we think about strategy. What if strategy isn’t about rigid plans but about systems, time, and the games we choose to play? What happens when we mistake false proxies for progr…

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Two Chapters From My Book "Not So Shiny Not So Happy People!" 19:09

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I'm excited to be sharing the next two chapters from my book that came out last September. It's called Not So Shiny Not So Happy People: How Bill Gothard, Church, and Family Taught Me Christianity Doesn't Work, and was edited by my good friend Tim Sledge. If you haven't picked up a copy of the book yet, hopefully hearing these two chapters will mak…

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Group Y Live: Nik Strong-Cvetich | CEO of Save The Waves Coalition on Surfing for Conservation 44:21

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Nik Strong-Cvetich is the CEO at Save The Waves Coalition and Commissioner, Parks and Recreation Commission at City of Santa Cruz. Nik Strong-Cvetich shares his journey from Washington to Santa Cruz, his passion for surf conservation, and the evolution of the Save the Waves Coalition. He highlights the importance of community collaboration in prote…

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Go Beyond a Checklist Mentality and Design for All Learners with Sarah Mercier 43:44

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Sarah Mercier is the CEO of Build Capable and the editor of the newly released book, Design for All Learners: Create Accessible and Inclusive Learning Experiences. Sarah joins the podcast to share an inside look into Design for All Learners, revealing why everyone benefits from more inclusive design, and actionable steps you can take immediately to…

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What Happens When Jesus Isn't Enough? (with Rob Connelly) 56:42

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This episode features an insightful conversation with former Southern Baptist Convention pastor--and now exvangelicala life coach and guide--Rob Connelly. After spending 37 years as a dedicated evangelical Christian, serving as a worship leader and pastor, Rob finally deconstructed his faith and walked away from it all. He's now sharing not only hi…

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Group Y Live: Florian Klaass | Founder of K&CO on Music, Red Bull and Controversy 51:37

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Florian Klaass is the Founder & Managing Director K&CO and ex Head of Global Music, Entertainment & Culture Marketing at Red Bull. Florian Klaass shares his journey from a punk rock musician to a senior marketing strategist at Red Bull, where he spent 15 years shaping the brand's cultural and entertainment marketing. He discusses his early influenc…

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"Yes And," Failing, and Other Transformative Improv Techniques with Erin Diehl 38:56

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Erin Diehl is a podcast host, a bestselling author, and the CEO of improve it!. In this episode, she discusses how improv shows up in day-to-day life and simple ways to use improv techniques to find success in your work and relationships. Improv as a strategic tool has a variety of uses, including building company culture, navigating workplace chal…

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Should You Be Concerned About Trump's Project 2025 Agenda? (with Chris Shelton) 1:14:12

8M ago1:14:12

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In this episode I'm joined once again by my very good friend, Chris Shelton, to revisit the issue of Trump's Project 2025 agenda. How concerned should you be, going forward? Last summer I started alerting listeners about the dangers posed by Project 2025's Mandate for Leadership, all designed as part of The Heritage Foundation's "presidential trans…

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Group Y Live: Trevor Graves | President at Nemo Design on Snowboarding, Photography & Creativity 43:24

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In this episode of Group Y Live, Oli Russell-Cowan is joined by legendary snowboarding photographer and the Founder of Nemo Design, Trevor Graves. Graves shares his journey from skateboarding in a small town in New York to becoming a key player in the snowboarding industry. He discusses the evolution of snowboarding, the importance of authenticity …

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The Happiness Strategy with Juliana Sawaia 39:26

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Juliana Sawaia is a happiness-at-work scientist, business consultant, and researcher with over 20 years of experience specializing in corporate happiness. On this episode, Julianna explains “why” fostering happiness is imperative not just for individuals, but as a business strategy. Tune in for actionable steps on “how” to cultivate happiness at wo…

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Group Y Live: Nick Tran | Transforming Brands into Cultural Icons 49:25

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Join us for new season of Group Y Live as host Oli Russell-Cowan sits down with Nick Tran, a renowned marketer known for transforming brands into cultural icons. With a wealth of experience as the former global head of marketing at TikTok and executive roles at Taco Bell, Hulu, and Samsung, Nick shares his insights on brand transformation, crisis l…

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New Year, New Trends: 2025 Predictions with Jessica Kriegel 48:51

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Jessica Kriegel, Chief Strategy Officer at Culture Partners, is an author, podcast host, and culture expert. She joins the podcast to explore the many trend predictions for 2025, forecast which ones are likely to stick, and discuss how L&D professionals can anticipate changes to their roles. The conversation delves into the evolving use of AI tools…