Best Julian Hayes II Podcasts (2025)

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784: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Julian Hayes II and Steve Summerfeld) 20:56

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6d ago20:56

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Leadership often arrives in life’s most unexpected moments. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos is joined by Julian Hayes II, a health strategist whose reluctant leadership journey began when personal challenges compelled him to step up, and Steve Summerfeld, a former freestyle motocross rider who turned a devastating accident into a path of reinventi…

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791: If You’re Not Learning Faster Than Change, You’re Falling Behind - Ask Denis 13:23

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The world is moving faster than ever. Technology is advancing at lightning speed, industries are being disrupted, and skills that worked yesterday are already becoming outdated. In this episode, Denis Gianoutsos highlights a powerful truth: “If you’re not learning faster than the pace of change, then you’re falling behind.” Change is no longer a on…

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790: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Chris Caldwell and Valerie Trapunsky) 16:23

4h ago16:23

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What if leadership is about finding the strength to choose differently, and not about simply doing more? Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables, left law and investment banking to build a purpose-driven career in renewable energy. He reveals how exercise, balance, and perspective are non-negotiables for leaders who want to bring their best selves…

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288. How to Recover From Burnout: Chazz Scott On Why Success Starts Within 1:05:20

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How to recover from burnout isn’t just about working less. It’s about redefining success from the inside out. In this episode, author Chazz Scott joins Julian Hayes II to share why true success starts within. Burnout has become the silent epidemic of high achievers. Chazz Scott, author of Success Starts Within, opens up about his own journey from e…

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789: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Bridgette McAdoo and Jason Radisson) 15:10

10h ago15:10

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Leadership is tested when life disrupts the path you thought you’d take. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings you two leaders who prove that true leadership grows out of resilience and bold pivots. Bridgette McAdoo, now Chief Sustainability Officer at Genesys, shares how purposeful pivots carried her from aerospace engineering to retail to globa…

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788: Leading Through Seasons of Change in a Global World - Ask Denis 11:32

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Just as nature shifts through its seasons, leadership evolves in rhythms and patterns. In this Ask Denis episode, Denis Gianoutsos explores the powerful connection between the seasons of nature and the seasons of leadership. From planting new ideas to harvesting hard-earned wins, Denis reveals how leaders can embrace change, lean into timing, and g…

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787: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dawn Abbott and Jon Becker) 17:46

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True leadership shows up when life shifts unexpectedly and challenges push us to grow in ways we never imagined. In this powerful mashup, Denis Gianoutsos sits down with two leaders who’ve lived through extraordinary experiences: Dawn Abbott, an entrepreneur who turned personal tragedy into a lesson on delegation, culture, and freedom, and Jon Beck…

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786: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Ernie Sander and Matt McWilliams) 21:38

9d ago21:38

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Leadership is never static. It shifts with industries, technologies, and the way we communicate. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together two voices who’ve navigated disruption from different worlds: Ernie Sander, a seasoned media executive turned strategist helping leaders amplify their brand, and Matt McWilliams, “The Affiliate Guy,” who …

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785: AI Fatigue- Cutting Through the Noise as a Leader - Ask Denis 10:27

4d ago10:27

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When every headline promises that AI will change the world or take your job, it’s no wonder leaders are feeling drained. The noise is constant, the “experts” are multiplying, and clarity can seem impossible to find. In this Ask Denis episode, Denis Gianoutsos explores the reality of AI fatigue and reveals how leaders can cut through the hype. Inste…

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783: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. John Vuong and Nicole Baldinu) 17:15

8d ago17:15

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Leadership is about stepping into uncertainty with resilience, vision, and adaptability. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together two powerful voices in business and leadership: John Vuong, founder of Local SEO Search, and Nicole Baldinu, co-founder of WebinarNinja and The $100 MBA. John shares his journey from Yellow Pages sales to buildin…

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782: Embrace Disruption: Preparing Yourself and Your Team - Ask Denis 9:46

11d ago9:46

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Disruption can arrive like a sudden change in season: sweeping in with force, but also clearing space for new beginnings. For leaders who embrace it, change becomes a powerful teacher, guiding teams toward resilience, creativity, and renewal. The question is: how will you step into what’s next with clarity and courage? In this Ask Denis episode, De…

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287. Managing Your Health As A Modern CEO and Founder Starts With Asymmetrical Thinking 24:14

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Managing your health as a modern CEO or founder requires a different mindset than the linear strategies often used in business. In this episode, we dive into why asymmetrical thinking, a concept normally applied to investing and strategy, is the key to thriving as a leader. Instead of trading time and energy for short-term returns, you’ll discover …

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781: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez and Douglas J Utberg) 19:29

21d ago19:29

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Leadership today isn’t about titles—it’s about courage, adaptability, and creating value when certainty disappears. In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos sits down with Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, global authority on project management, and Douglas J. Utberg, corporate leader turned entrepreneur. Antonio shows why projects are the lifeline of every organiz…

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

15d ago13:02

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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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286. From Baggage Handler to Private Jet President: Stephanie Chung on High-Performance Leadership 1:06:11

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From starting as a baggage handler at Boston Logan Airport to becoming the first African-American to lead a major private aviation company, Stephanie Chung has redefined what’s possible in leadership. In this episode, she shares how to build high-performance teams, lead people who aren’t like you, and thrive in elite industries like private aviatio…

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

25d ago13:52

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

29d ago18:11

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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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285. How To Get Fit As A Busy Executive: Focus On These 2 Metrics to Outperform the Competition 40:42

1M ago40:42

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How To Get Fit as a busy executive isn’t about chasing fad workouts or obsessing over the scale. In this episode, Julian Hayes II reveals two high-leverage fitness metrics that not only predict how long you’ll lead but also how well you’ll perform in business and life. You’ll learn why visceral fat and VO₂ Max are far more than health stats, how th…

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

25d ago9:14

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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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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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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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284. How to Lose Weight When You’re in Back-to-Back Meetings All Day 42:14

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Are you constantly in meetings and struggling to find time to focus on your health? In this episode, discover how even the busiest executives can lose weight and regain energy without fad diets, exhausting workouts, or overhauling their lives. Julian Hayes II breaks down a powerful system for sustainable fat loss and peak performance built for high…

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

2M ago16:44

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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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283. The Health OS Upgrade: 4 Key Pillars For Sustainable High Performance 27:11

2M ago27:11

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Want to know how to be fit and healthy while running a business, leading teams, and making high-stakes decisions? In this episode, Julian Hayes II shares the four core pillars of a modern Health Operating System (Health OS) that high-level leaders must build to sustain long-term energy, performance, and success, without burning out. If you're a fou…

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

2M ago8:52

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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

2M ago14:58

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

2M ago17:49

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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

2M ago10:15

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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

2M ago21:06

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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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282. Why CEOs and Founders Should Treat Their Health Like a Billion-Dollar Asset 25:38

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As a high-performing CEO or founder, you track revenue, churn, and margins — but are you tracking your health with the same precision? In this episode, Julian breaks down 11 biological KPIs every elite leader should monitor to multiply energy, focus, longevity, and impact. If you’re building a billion-dollar business, your health is your billion-do…

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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

2M ago13:59

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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

2M ago19:56

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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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281. How to Manage Stress and Avoid Burnout: 5 Hidden Psychological Traps Draining Founders and CEOs 27:27

3M ago27:27

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Learn how to manage stress and avoid burnout by uncovering five hidden psychological traps that silently drain leaders' energy, clarity, and performance. In this episode, Julian breaks down the mental habits that even elite founders and CEOs can fall into—ones that sabotage health, leadership, and longevity without warning signs. Whether you’re sca…

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

3M ago17:26

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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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280. Fourth of July: Why Optimal Health Is the Ultimate Freedom 5:18

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This Fourth of July, while we celebrate independence, it’s worth asking—are you truly free if your health is in chains? In this short post-run episode, I reflect on why optimal health is the ultimate form of freedom—and how too many high performers have unknowingly surrendered their internal sovereignty. Because when your biology works for you, it …

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

3M ago19:11

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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

3M ago26:38

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

3M ago22:35

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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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279. VetComm CEO Kate Monroe on Real Leadership, Mental Toughness, and Taking Her Fight to Congress 40:36

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If you’ve ever wondered how to be a resilient leader in a world that often rewards comfort and conformity, this conversation with Kate Monroe is for you. A Marine Corps veteran, author of multiple books, founder and CEO of VetComm, and a former congressional candidate, Kate’s story is steeped in grit, perseverance, and relentless passion. In this e…

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

3M ago10:22

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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

3M ago25:28

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

3M ago22:30

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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

3M ago8:59

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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…