Best Leader S Edge Podcasts (2025)

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Advanced Underwriting in E&S 27:39

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24d ago27:39

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Nationwide’s John Anthony, SVP, Contract P&C and Excess, E&S Wholesale, discusses advanced data use in E&S underwriting. In this episode, we dive deep into advancements in data analysis in underwriting in excess and surplus lines. We discuss how the evolution of third-party data and the use of AI have helped turn raw data into usable information, c…

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432: What To Do When The Plan Falls Apart [A faith-based episode!] A deep dive with DREAM THINK DO creator Mitch Matthews 45:46

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What do you do when the plan… completely unravels? In this powerful and faith-filled deep dive, Mitch Matthews shares a message that will help… especially in those times when your plan seems to fall apart. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're the only one without a clear path… this episode is for you. Mitch unpacks one of his a…

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James Hird - Premiership winning captain - Leadership Playbook Series 32:45

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James Hird led the most successful year in the history of the AFL as captain of Essendon FC during their incredible premiership winning season of 2000. As you develop your own personal leadership playbook James shares with you lessons and wisdom from his own leadership journey including priceless lessons for his long time coach and Legend of the AF…

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The most powerful predictor of team success | Rafael Chiuzi 18:33

2d ago18:33

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Remember that gut-clenching fear of speaking up in class? Organizational psychologist Rafael Chiuzi reveals how that same feeling shows up in the workplace, limiting productivity and the free exchange of ideas. Backed by decades of research and hands-on consulting, he unpacks the science of psychological safety — and shares three actionable steps t…

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431: When Noticing Sparks a Movement - How one leader turned compassion into global impact An interview with Sleep In Heavenly Peace Founder - Luke Mickelson 55:07

7d ago55:07

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What if one small moment - something most people would walk past - could change your life and the lives of thousands? That’s exactly what happened when Luke Mickelson saw a child sleeping on a “nest” of clothes on the floor. What followed was messy, imperfect, but undeniably powerful. In this episode, you’ll see how compassion + action + leadership…

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Hazardous Haunts 16:38

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Every October, millions of Americans flock to haunted house attractions, or "haunts" as they are also called, to be entertained. From theme parks to mom-and-pop operations, over 1,200 haunted attractions open their doors to scare seekers each year, according to the organization America Haunts. The haunted house industry generates $500 million in ti…

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Hazardous Haunts 16:37

8d ago16:37

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Every October, millions of Americans flock to haunted house attractions, or "haunts" as they are also called, to be entertained.From theme parks to mom-and-pop operations, over 1,200 haunted attractions open their doors to scare seekers each year, according to the organization America Haunts. The haunted house industry generates $500 million in tic…

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Craig McRae - Premiership winning Head coach - Leadership playbook series 48:10

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In this Leadership Playbook Series we will bring to you championship winning leaders across different sports. This episode we bring to you AFL premiership winning head coach with Collingwood FC - Craig McRae. Craig has won multiple premierships as a player, as an assistant coach, as a head coach at different levels and the ultimate prize as a head …

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A story of moral imagination and bold entrepreneurship | Sitoyo Lopokoiyit in conversation with Jacqueline Novogratz 21:35

9d ago21:35

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In a conversation about visionary leadership, M-PESA CEO Sitoyo Lopokoiyit speaks with impact investor and Acumen CEO Jacqueline Novogratz about how he grew a nascent mobile payment service into Africa’s largest fintech platform — which now handles nearly 60 percent of Kenya's GDP and more than a billion dollars in daily transactions. They draw on …

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430: ADHD as a Superpower: Parenting, Purpose, and Possibility 54:12

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In this powerful episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with Jheri South - a certified master coach, ADHD specialist, and mom of seven neurodivergent kids. Jheri opens up about her own adult ADHD diagnosis and how it completely changed the game for her - personally and professionally. She shares how ADHD can be a superpower when we learn to und…

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Personal Lines with Curtis Barton 18:40

15d ago18:40

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In this episode of the Personal Lines podcast, Curtis Barton, CEO of ALKEME, shares why he chose a career in insurance, what it was like building a business alongside his father, and the most valuable business lesson he’s learned along the way.By A Council Platform - 868329

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Personal Lines with Curtis Barton 18:41

15d ago18:41

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In this episode of the Personal Lines podcast, Curtis Barton, CEO of ALKEME, shares why he chose a career in insurance, what it was like building a business alongside his father, and the most valuable business lesson he’s learned along the way.By A Council Platform

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Forget hustle culture. Behold the Artist Corporation | Yancey Strickler 12:42

16d ago12:42

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Kickstarter cofounder Yancey Strickler unveils a radical new economic model that could transform how creative people build sustainable careers, amass collective wealth and escape the burnout of hustle culture. Hear his vision for how artists can pool resources, share profits and own their work in a new kind of economy, as he poses a tantalizing vie…

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429: The Science of Grit: 4 Simple Strategies to Grow Resilience & Mental Strength Daily 52:18

21d ago52:18

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In this energizing episode of Dream Think Do… Mitch Matthews tackles something we all need: more GRIT and resiliency. And not in some drill sargent… mad at the world… sort of way. But instead using science-backed strategies to grow your ability to focus and bring your best… even when you’re tired. Whether you're leading a team, chasing a dream, or …

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Quick Fixes: How to level up, job craft, and manage colleagues you can’t stand | Fixable 19:19

23d ago19:19

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In this Quick Fixes episode, Anne and Frances work to solve three different callers’ tricky work problems in under 20 minutes. One listener searches for the best way to level up his small business, the next plans to approach their manager about a dramatic role change, and a final caller is interviewing for a new leadership position that would requi…

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Advanced Underwriting in E&S 27:38

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Nationwide’s John Anthony, SVP, Contract P&C and Excess, E&S Wholesale, discusses advanced data use in E&S underwriting.In this episode, we dive deep into advancements in data analysis in underwriting in excess and surplus lines.We discuss how the evolution of third-party data and the use of AI have helped turn raw data into usable information, cha…

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428: Over It Yet? The Simple Strategy to Navigate Offense in a Triggered World A Deep Dive with Dream Think Do Founder - Mitch Matthews 44:37

28d ago44:37

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Have you felt offended lately? Maybe by something you saw online… or something someone said in a meeting… or even just a shift happening around you that felt off? You’re not alone. In fact, the data says offense is everywhere—and social media is literally designed to feed it to you. But what if offense isn’t just annoying or exhausting… what if it’…

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Building Out Wholesale 13:58

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AXA XL’s Head of Wholesale Solutions in the Americas Tim Whisler discusses growth, goals, and getting there. In our latest conversation with AXA XL, we discuss their focus on building out their wholesale solutions, including the programs segment, excess & surplus (E&S), and the wholesale underwriting unit. Topics include the value of the wholesale …

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Building Out Wholesale 13:57

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AXA XL’s Head of Wholesale Solutions in the Americas Tim Whisler discusses growth, goals, and getting there.In our latest conversation with AXA XL, we discuss their focus on building out their wholesale solutions, including the programs segment, excess & surplus (E&S), and the wholesale underwriting unit.Topics include the value of the wholesale br…

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The trillion dollar paradox | George Zaidan 9:02

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Global warming is very, very expensive: extreme weather, rising sea levels, crop failures, health issues, and industry disruptions all cost money. So, what’s the best way forward? Is the estimated trillion-dollar price tag that comes with transitioning the world to clean energy worth the cost of investment? George Zaidan explores what it would take…

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On Benefits and Friends 25:37

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Lisa Hawker, Regional COO of people solutions at Lockton, and the current chair of the Council of Employee Benefits Executives, and Jenn Walsh, Founder and CEO of Genuine Shift, sat down with Leader’s Edge at the 2025 Employee Benefits Leadership Forum. They share stories drawn from over 30 years each of experience, muse on trends, and focus on the…

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On Benefits and Friends 25:36

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Lisa Hawker, Regional COO of people solutions at Lockton, and the current chair of the Council of Employee Benefits Executives, and Jenn Walsh, Founder and CEO of Genuine Shift, sat down with Leader’s Edge at the 2025 Employee Benefits Leadership Forum.They share stories drawn from over 30 years each of experience, muse on trends, and focus on the …

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Let your ambition light you up, not burn you out | Tarveen Forrester 10:05

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Burnout shouldn’t be the price of success, but setting boundaries at work is easier said than done. Tarveen Forrester, who oversees workplace culture at Kickstarter, shares practical strategies for protecting your time and cultivating “sustainable ambition,” so you can crush your goals — without letting them crush you. After the talk, Modupe urges …

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427: How Leaders Can Turn Comparison into a Competitive Edge – [4 Keys That Work] With Bestselling Author, Speaker & Performance Coach - Jake Thompson 56:21

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Comparison doesn’t have to be the enemy. In fact, it can be one of your most powerful tools for growth — if you know how to use it. In this episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch Matthews sits down with Jake Thompson — leadership performance coach, two-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Compete Every Day — to talk about transforming…

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Connecting Before the Camera Clicks 32:09

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Tom O’Neal's career has spanned over half a century.He made an early name for himself during the 1960s and ’70s, with photographs gracing the album covers of rock legends such as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Steppenwolf, B.B. King, John Denver, and many, many more.In addition to photographing the musicians and songwriters who defined a generation,…

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Connecting Before the Camera Clicks 32:10

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Presidents, rock stars, and Super Bowl champions are just a few of Tom O’Neal’s subjects. Tom O’Neal's career has spanned over half a century. He made an early name for himself during the 1960s and ’70s, with photographs gracing the album covers of rock legends such as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Steppenwolf, B.B. King, John Denver, and many, man…

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The delicious potential of rescuing wasted food | Jasmine Crowe-Houston 17:40

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What if solving hunger isn't about growing more food but wasting less of it? Social entrepreneur Jasmine Crowe-Houston has made that idea her mission with Goodr, a platform that reroutes surplus food to people in need. In conversation with journalist and "TED Radio Hour" host Manoush Zomorodi, she shares how a viral moment led to a nationwide effor…

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426: Feeling Stuck? Time Management & Goal Setting Strategies for High Achievers Who Want More Clarity & Joy An interview with Professor, Time Management Coach & Podcaster - Danielle McGeough, PhD 57:41

2M ago57:41

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Danielle McGeough, PhD is with us! Are you highly successful… but feeling stuck or craving more purpose? Maybe your schedule is full, your calendar looks productive—but something’s missing. No one else knows it… but you do. It’s time to get the clarity you want… so you can move forward boldly. If this sounds familiar… this conversation is for you. …

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The future isn't just coded — it's built | Lauren Dunford 14:06

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Look around — almost everything you see was manufactured, from baby formula to AI data centers and beyond. Yet we rarely think about how it’s all made. Factory fixer Lauren Dunford pulls back the curtain on modern manufacturing, revealing just how thrilling and world-shaping this unsung engine of progress can be. Discover how reinventing this overl…

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425: Overcoming Injury, Beating Addiction & Experiencing True Reinvention: A Remarkable Comeback Story GUEST: Author, Speaker & Entrepreneur: Jason Ferguson 1:06:54

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Jason Ferguson is with us on DREAM THINK DO! His story feels like a Hollywood script — but I can tell you… it’s real, raw, and absolutely inspiring! Jason was a D1 football player with a full ride to the University of Hawaii… until a devastating injury and a series of bad choices sent his life into a decade-long spiral of addiction. For a long time…

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Personal Lines with Ed Cha 23:45

2M ago23:45

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A conversation with the Head of Global Insurance at Newfront. In this episode of the Personal Lines podcast, Ed Cha shares how his career path led to the insurance industry, says why he finds learning a reward for his job, and dives deep into the problem-solving intricacies of his role.By A Council Platform

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Personal Lines with Ed Cha 23:44

2M ago23:44

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In this episode of the Personal Lines podcast, Ed Cha shares how his career path led to the insurance industry, says why he finds learning a reward for his job, and dives deep into the problem-solving intricacies of his role.By A Council Platform - 868329

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How I make vegan food sexy | Pinky Cole 21:39

2M ago21:39

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At the plant-based burger chain Slutty Vegan, Pinky Cole is flipping the script on vegan food with bold style. In conversation with host of "TED Radio Hour" Manoush Zomorodi, she shares the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey, from her roots in Baltimore to the grease fire that took her first storefront in Harlem. Learn more about the aut…

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424: Identity Method for Personal Transformation and Navigating Change An Interview with Bestselling Author Jamie Winship 1:15:05

2M ago1:15:05

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Jamie Winship is back—for the third time!—and it's no surprise why his previous interviews (Episodes 354 & 394) are among the most downloaded in Dream Think Do history. In THIS powerful conversation, Mitch reconnects with the award-winning DC cop turned international peacemaker and identity expert to explore how real transformation happens—especial…

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From Pharmacy to AI Healthcare Startup 17:58

2M ago17:58

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In this episode, Leader's Edge hosts its third conversation at The Council's Employee Benefits Leadership Forum, with Ahmed Marmoush, co-founder and CEO of Handl Health, an AI platform that aggregates and analyzes publicly available healthcare pricing data to aid insurance brokers. A world traveler, Marmoush discusses his life’s journey of immigrat…

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From Pharmacy to AI Healthcare Startup 17:57

2M ago17:57

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In this episode, Leader's Edge hosts its third conversation at The Council's Employee Benefits Leadership Forum, with Ahmed Marmoush, co-founder and CEO of Handl Health, an AI platform that aggregates and analyzes publicly available healthcare pricing data to aid insurance brokers.A world traveler, Marmoush discusses his life’s journey of immigrati…

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You are the bridge to the next generation | Ndinini Kimesera Sikar 12:38

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"Do you know what you want to preserve for the next generation?" asks community leader Ndinini Kimesera Sikar. Drawing on her experience growing up in a family of 38 in a traditional Maasai village in Tanzania — where every chore was shared, every story was sung and belonging meant survival — she explores how we can blend the old with the new to bu…

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423: The 4 Surprising Pillars to Build an 8-Figure Business & a Life You Love GUEST: Bestselling Author and CEO/Founder of Selfpublishing.com - Chandler Bolt 1:05:19

2M ago1:05:19

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This week, Mitch Matthews sits down in person with returning guest Chandler Bolt—CEO of SelfPublishing.com, 7-time bestselling author, and viral TEDx speaker. They’re in Austin, recording from Chandler’s studio, and having a blast. Together, they dive deep into 4 pillars that have fueled both Chandler’s 8-figure business growth and inspiring person…

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The State of System Integration 9:40

2M ago9:40

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In this episode, FIRST Insurance Funding Vice President of Business Solutions Nolan Steenberg goes deep on agency payment processing system integration. Steenberg dives into detail around the current state of automation and the benefits agencies can reap when investing in integration. Later he shares what options suit different-size agencies. FIRST…

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The State of System Integration 9:39

2M ago9:39

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In this episode, FIRST Insurance Funding Vice President of Business Solutions Nolan Steenberg goes deep on agency payment processing system integration.Steenberg dives into detail around the current state of automation and the benefits agencies can reap when investing in integration. Later he shares what options suit different-size agencies.FIRST I…