Best Sean Olson Podcasts (2025)

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How Understanding Human Motives Can Transform Your Leadership with Kelly Mackin 33:52

1h ago33:52

33:52

In this powerful episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, host Sean Olson welcomes Kelly Mackin—researcher, best-selling author, and CEO of Motives Met. Together, they explore the groundbreaking Motives Met assessment and how understanding your unique work-related motives can transform your leadership, team dynamics, and workplace well-being. Kel…

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How Startup Founders Can Build Investor Ready Models to Win VC Trust with Arta Ramaj 46:18

2h ago46:18

46:18

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Arta Ramaj, co-founder of 360 Finance, for a discussion into the real-world challenges and nuances of financial modeling. Arta shares her journey from a geography degree to a thriving career in finance and entrepreneurship. Together, they explore the art and science of buil…

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Good Farming Good Health – Camilla Petersen 58:27

4d ago58:27

58:27

To be a good Doctor and to do good health you really need to understand farming and agriculture, because good farming also equals good health and overall wellness, once said Wendell Berry. Dr. Camilla Petersen owns her own concierge medical practice in Missoula Montana where creating good health starts with what we are putting into our bodies. Cami…

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Fernando Tatis The Gymnast & Elly De La Cruz Brings The Joy (w/ Doug Glanville, Davy Andrews 36:54

5d ago36:54

36:54

On this episode, Mark Simon welcomes in ex-major leaguer Doug Glanville, FanGraphs writer Davy Andrews, and his SIS colleague, Mark Bricker. Mark and Doug talked about Doug's new baseball newsletter, Welcome To Glanville and Mark pitched 3 ideas about defense that Doug could write about (Fernando Tatis The Gymnast is one). From ideas for articles t…

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Charles Burnett: 'Killer of Sheep' 38:11

7d ago38:11

38:11

Indie pioneer Charles Burnett recollects the making of his 1978 masterpiece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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Litigation Risk Modeling for Finance Professionals with David Perla 45:15

7d ago45:15

45:15

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) welcomes David Perla, Vice Chair of Burford Capital and a pioneering voice in the legal finance industry. David discusses how financial modeling plays a central role in evaluating and funding high-stakes litigation, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how his tea…

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Degenerative or Regenerative Ag – Mike Lessiter 44:25

11d ago44:25

44:25

Regenerative agriculture is the opposite of Degenerative agriculture. Research and innovative farmers are showing that no-till with cover crops increases net profit, organic matter, water quality, air quality and builds soil while reducing runoff. Regenerating soil allows farmers to literally gain more land and grow more crops profitably without lo…

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How Martial Arts Teaches the Best Leadership Lessons with Jim Bouchard 36:53

14d ago36:53

36:53

Join Sean Olson on The Intentional Leader Podcast as he welcomes Jim Bouchard, founder of the Keep It Human Network, speaker, and author, for a powerful conversation on leadership, transformation, and empowerment. Jim shares his inspiring journey from addiction to leadership, how martial arts shaped his philosophy, and why the best leaders embrace …

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The Real Cost of Trump’s Tariffs for Pricing Teams with Karan Sood 42:29

14d ago42:29

42:29

In this special episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) welcomes Karan Sood, a global pricing expert with over a decade of experience in revenue management and pricing strategies. Karan shares his knowledge on the impact of tariffs on global trade and pricing models. He talks about the complexities of tariffs, …

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Plant Based Journey -Heather Donaldson 44:40

18d ago44:40

44:40

Changing what you eat is a journey that may lead to growing, preparing, and marketing before sharing and consuming your food focused dreams. When the destination of the journey is a plant based diet, it may be a challenging transition. When Heather and Reggie Donaldson were moving from LA back to Cincinnati, they knew delicious plant based cheeses …

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The 'All-Scrapes Team' and Breaking Down MLB's Japanese Pitchers (w/Hannah Keyser & Brandon Tew) 41:31

19d ago41:31

41:31

On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by national baseball writer Hannah Keyser and SIS operations analyst Brandon Tew. Hannah, who formerly wrote for Yahoo Sports, introduced us to her thrice-weekly baseball newsletter, The Bandwagon, which she co-authors with Zach Crizer. She shared what early-season baseball happenings surprised her and 'confirm…

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Startup vs. Corporate Financial Models & How To Build Each For Maximum Strategic Impact - Carl Olson 43:07

21d ago43:07

43:07

In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) welcomes Carl Olson, a seasoned finance leader with over two decades of experience in FP&A, consulting, and startup finance. Carl discusses the nuances of financial modeling in both startups and large companies, sharing war stories, practical frameworks, and the l…

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Sky’s The Limit – Arthur Erickson 33:01

25d ago33:01

33:01

Small and mid-sized farms face a storm of economic pressures, worsening labor shortages, climate extremes, and relentless market disruptions (tariffs) With profit margins squeezed farmers are turning to precision agriculture, leveraging advanced, autonomous drone technology to optimize resources, reduce waste, overcome labor gaps, and maintain prof…

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Pam Grier: 'Jackie Brown' 1:15:47

26d ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Join the first female action star as she retells the making of Quentin Tarantino’s third film Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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AI, Public Service & The Future of Leadership: Insights from Keith Scott 30:08

28d ago30:08

30:08

Join Sean Olson on The Intentional Leader Podcast as he welcomes Keith Scott, CEO of KL Scott & Associates, for an insightful conversation on leadership, government innovation, and community impact. With over 30 years in technology and management consulting—including time at Deloitte and Gartner—Keith shares key leadership lessons, the importance o…

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Financial Modeling in Retail, managing Insolvency & How Finance Can Master Cash Flow - Dave Hallwood 48:27

28d ago48:27

48:27

In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst is joined by Dave Hallwood, a finance director and certified financial modeler, for a practical and candid conversation about real-world modeling in the retail industry. From managing day-to-day operations in a fast-growing fashion retail group to navigating insolvency and restructu…

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Soil Is Healthcare’s Future – Nadine Clopton 46:16

1M ago46:16

46:16

In the U.S., 90% of the $4.5 trillion spent on healthcare goes toward managing chronic disease, yet Physicians receive an average of just 19.6 hours of nutrition education. It’s time for a new approach to healthy living, from the ground up.. Prestigious agriculture research and education nonprofit, Rodale Institute is a global pioneer that integrat…

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Predictions & Analysis, Minor League Hitting Coach Life + a Women's History Month Baseball Lesson (ft. Chelsea Janes, Amanda Kamekona, Myra Faye Turner) 42:26

1M ago42:26

42:26

On this episode, Mark Simon welcomes Washington Post national baseball writer Chelsea Janes, Cleveland Guardians minor league assistant hitting coach Amanda Kamekona, and children’s book author Myra Faye Turner, who gave us a Women’s History month baseball lesson. Mark and Chelsea discussed the best defensive teams entering 2025, underachievers in …

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Financial Modelers Simplify Spreadsheets to Reduce Errors and Succeed in 2025 with Myles Arnott 49:02

1M ago49:02

49:02

In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Myles Arnott, co-founder of Full Stack Modeller and founder of Clarity Consultancy Services. Myles shares his 25+ year journey in Excel, his philosophy of keeping things simple, and how structured design and tools like Power Query have transformed his approach to modeling. …

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Nutrition Security – Nate Blum 57:25

1M ago57:25

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Nutrition security alongside food security will ensure healthy and active lives. Achieving nutritional security is being achieved through nutrition-sensitive farming, diversified food production and community sensitization. Nate Blum is an agricultural expert and the CEO of the Sorghum United Foundation, dedicated to advancing human and animal heal…

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Unleashing the Power of Your Voice: Insights with Leslie Gordon 33:14

1M ago33:14

33:14

Join Sean Olson on The Intentional Leader Podcast as he chats with linguist, speaker coach, and National Speakers Association leader Leslie Gordon. Dive deep into the art of communication, the power of accents as a reflection of personal stories, and the keys to becoming a confident, authentic speaker. Leslie shares actionable insights for entrepre…

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How Excel Transformed a Beginner into a 9 Million Follower Educator with Emma Chieppor 39:48

1M ago39:48

39:48

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Emma Chieppor, founder of Excel Dictionary, a social media-driven Excel education platform with over 9 million followers. Emma shares her journey from being an actuary to becoming one of the most influential Excel educators online. She discusses the power of Excel, the chal…

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Amy Irving: 'Crossing Delancey' 44:08

2M ago44:08

44:08

The star of the ultimate “Jewish romcom” joins us to reminisce about making the 1988 charmer and shares memories of her marriage to Steven Spielberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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Backyard Farming – Kim Pezza 56:19

2M ago56:19

56:19

As egg prices reach record highs, more homeowners are turning to backyard chicken farming as a sustainable and cost-effective solution. This surge in prices has led to a growing trend of individuals raising their own chickens to ensure a steady supply of fresh eggs. Kim Pezza is an expert in sustainable living and the author of Backyard Farming: Ra…

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Why Law Firm Revenue & Cash Flow Forecasting Is a Nightmare (and How to Solve It) with Sean Mooney 40:09

2M ago40:09

40:09

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst (aka The FP&A Guy) welcomes Sean Mooney, a senior financial consultant specializing in automated financial modeling for professional services. Sean shares his journey from accounting to financial modeling, the challenges of revenue forecasting for law firms, and the power of Excel a…

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New Tech Delivers – Gary Wickham 54:23

2M ago54:23

54:23

Farms of all sizes and types, from conventional to organic, need continually improving technologies if they are to meet their obligations to Mother Earth and their own bottom line. Gary Wickham. is the founder and CEO of Ireland based MagroTec. Farming utilizes applications of materials through spraying. Whether those materials are organic or tradi…

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Andre Williams: From NFL Star to Entrepreneurial Leader 33:10

2M ago33:10

33:10

Join Sean Olson on The Intentional Leader Podcast as he sits down with NFL veteran, entrepreneur, and author Andre Williams. From his journey as a Heisman finalist to transitioning out of the NFL, Andre shares invaluable leadership lessons on resilience, staying true to your identity, and building success after sports. Learn how creativity, mentors…

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Building Better Biotech Financial Models and Managing Valuation Risk with Frank David 50:50

2M ago50:50

50:50

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst (aka the FP&A Guy) sits down with Frank David, an expert at the intersection of corporate strategy, clinical medicine, and biotech research. They discuss the unique challenges of financial modeling in the biopharma industry, the importance of understanding patient populations, and h…

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Sharing Food Bridges Divides – Shari Leid 46:04

2M ago46:04

46:04

Food is a universal language and the key to bridging our deepest divides can be as simple as sharing a meal. In her newbook, Table for 51: Lessons Learned from Sharing Meals Across America, Shari Leid embarks on a journey to connect with people from all walks of life—demonstrating how food can serve as a powerful bridge across political and cultura…

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Patrick Wilson: 'Little Children' 42:24

2M ago42:24

42:24

Join “Prom King” Patrick Wilson for an episode all about laundry room trysts and suburban ennui. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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Financial Modeling Frameworks to Build Error-Free Models In Excel Using SIMPLE Method 35:51

2M ago35:51

35:51

In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Babatope Agbeyo, a corporate trainer with extensive experience in financial modeling, Excel, and valuation. Babatope shares about his "SIMPLE" modeling framework, experiences in financial advisory at Deloitte, and lessons from training over 3,000 professionals globall…

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We Can Farm Too- Shiv Shakti 40:57

2M ago40:57

40:57

Can anyone farm? It doesn’t take large acreage to grow food in your own back yard, next to your restaurant, in a community gardens, school yard, or a small space adding income to an existing small farming operation. Shiv Shakti is founder of Shakti Farm Design in Bend Oregon. He creates sustainable, energy-efficient greenhouses that integrate regen…

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Black History Month: Missouri Head Baseball Coach Kerrick Jackson & Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster & Scholarship Fund Founder & Recipient, Adam Giardino and Grayson Singleton 29:28

2M ago29:28

29:28

For our 5th annual episode with a connection to Black History Month, Mark Simon is joined by Missouri head baseball coach Kerrick Jackson, and Adam Giardino and Grayson Singleton of the Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster & Scholarship Fund. Kerrick is the first Black head baseball coach in SEC history. He shared the story of his career path and influen…

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The Neuroscience of Leadership: How to Inspire and Empower Your Team with Vince Warnock 40:33

2M ago40:33

40:33

Discover the transformative power of intentional leadership with Sean Olson and guest Vince Warnock. In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Vince shares his journey from overcoming adversity to becoming a bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and thought leader. Learn how neuroscience, leadership, and authenticity can create high-per…

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Financial Modeling Insights for Startups Seeking Venture Capital with Andres Klaric 44:26

2M ago44:26

44:26

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Andres Klaric, the co-founder and co-CEO of Fuse. In their conversation, Andres discusses common financial modeling mistakes, how startup models differ from corporate M&A models, and what investors truly look for when evaluating projections. He also shares firsthand experie…

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Tariffs Tax Food – Ron Baumgarten 44:18

2M ago44:18

44:18

Tariffs are taxes that may increase food costs and decrease farm incomes. President Trump has signed executive orders imposing duties on imports from Canada, Mexico and China. The president has also threatened tariffs on imports from other countries, as well as across-the-board tariffs aimed at specific sectors.As the largest exporter of agricultur…

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The Role Of Financial Modeling In Investing With Author Of "Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?" Brian Feroldi 44:11

3M ago44:11

44:11

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with financial educator and author Brian Feroldi. They discuss the fundamentals of stock investing, financial modeling, and how to identify high-quality companies. Brian shares insights from his investing journey, his investing checklist, and his thoughts on valuation, com…

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Urban Farming – Alfred Melbourne 38:32

3M ago38:32

38:32

You don't need to be in the country to farm. It can start on a vacant lot. Three Sisters Gardens’ in West Sacramento is giving back to the community by inspiring and empowering youth through urban farming. Like the Three Sisters legend of companionship planting, Three Sisters Gardens founder Alfred Melbourne believes that communities can heal and t…

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Nancy Olson: ‘Sunset Boulevard’ 52:18

3M ago52:18

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The star of Billy Wilder’s Hollywood-skewering noir from 1950 regales with tales of the making of the classic film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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Courage, Credibility and the New Rules of Influence with Lida Citroen 35:58

3M ago35:58

35:58

In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, host Sean Olson welcomes personal branding expert and global speaker Lida Citroën. Lida shares her journey from a corporate marketing career to becoming an internationally recognized author and influence coach. They discuss key insights from her latest book, The New Rules of Influence, including bu…

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