Best Tricky D Podcasts (2026)

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Deep Dive: 8 Ways to Reduce Stress in the Workplace 13:27

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8 Ways to Reduce Stress in the Workplace Episode Summary Workplace stress steals joy, drains productivity, and harms overall well being. In this episode, we break down eight practical strategies employees and leaders can use to reduce stress, rebuild clarity, and create healthier work environments. If left unchecked, stress can impact performance, …

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Leadership Strategies for High-Performing Teams with CX Expert Matt Marcotte 26:31

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In this episode, I sit down with Matt Marcotte — a seasoned retail and customer experience leader who has shaped some of the world’s most iconic brands. We explore what it really takes to build, scale, and transform organizations through culture, leadership, and a relentless focus on the customer. Matt shares insights from decades of navigating hig…

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That Man DCL, heading your granny & clowns in Slough bunkers 41:28

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Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the freescoring Dominic Calvert-Lewin passes a very particular threshold, Match of the Day exceeds its goalkeeper pundit quota, Joe Cole somehow morphs into Harry Redknapp on the radio, Michael B Jordan renames AFC Bournemouth, absurd salary-cap d…

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The Power of Purpose and People with Stephen Dwyer, Incoming CEO of American Staffing Association 20:00

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The Power of Purpose and People with Stephen Dwyer In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Dwyer, Incoming CEO (January 2026) of the American Staffing Association (ASA), to explore the intersection of purpose, leadership, and the future of work. From his early ambitions of becoming a lawyer to leading one of the most influential organizations in t…

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Deep Dive: Culture-First Startup Growth: Why Culture Can’t Wait 14:16

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Overview: In this episode, we unpack key takeaways from Workplace Culture, a resource designed for startup founders, early-stage leaders, and forward-thinking HR professionals who recognize that scaling rapidly without a solid cultural foundation is a recipe for disaster. The message is clear: Culture is not a line item to revisit after funding, it…

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Breakfast Leadership Network 0:45

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2025 has been a challenging year for many of us. Take the time for the rest of 2025 to reflect on your year, with the desire to make 2026 your best year yet. Write down your goals. Yes, literally write them down on paper. Say them out loud. Every. Single. Day. See you in '26! MikeBy Michael D. Levitt

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Domestic shadow-batting, no mugs, and spectator stress 54:54

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While England self-immolate, Cricket Cliches maintains its admittedly modest run of form in our fourth outing. Aussie commentators Aaron Finch and Adam Gilchrist are taken to task as they play fast and loose… with words. Picking up where we left off with the classification of lower-order runs, we think about the individuals doing the damage. Do you…

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Deep Dive: Why Every Growing Brand Needs a Social Media Marketing Agency 12:28

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In today’s digital world, social media isn’t just an optional add-on for brands — it’s a core channel for communication, community building, and growth. But with shifting platforms, ever-changing algorithms, and higher audience expectations, simply “being on” social media isn’t enough. Growing brands need strategy, consistency, and expert support t…

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Navigating Bold Leadership and Media Strategy with Heather Adams 25:20

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Navigating Bold Leadership and Media Strategy with Heather Adams In this episode, I sit down with Heather Adams—a powerhouse in branding, publicity, and media strategy. Heather shares her incredible journey from government communications to leading high-impact publicity campaigns for bestselling authors and thought leaders. We talk about the bold m…

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Absolute dreamland: The Best of Football Clichés in 2025 1:37:03

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Every football pundit ever, condensed into one approximated voice; accidental nursery rhymes in Champions League commentary; last-gasp Cliches Quiz drama; red-card timekeeping technicalities; "Hawk on!", Niclas Fullkrug’s oddly awe-inspiring forehead; Richard Keys and a legendary two-hour livestream; a man called Rudi Voller; solving one of the gre…

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High Performance, Pressure, and Leadership with Steve Tashjian 24:03

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In this episode, Michael sits down with Steve Tashjian, a world class high performance consultant with a deep background in elite sports. Steve’s journey has taken him from physical therapy and performance coaching to high level consulting roles across the Premier League and the US men’s national team during their World Cup run. His mission is simp…

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Nick McCullough: "What got me through my first semester at Harvard? Camaraderie with fellow athletes and extreme time management." 14:24

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In our final episode for 2025, First Year Harvard student Nicholas McCullough shares how he maintained presence, calm, stoicism, and all those great things amidst a pressured first semester at Harvard University as a footballer and Economics student. He and other student athletes averaged 65+ hour weeks. In this interview, Nicholas (my oldest son) …

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Shaping Culture, Leading Through Change, and Navigating Tricky Times with Jitske Kramer 26:45

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Creating Organizational Cultures That Actually Work In this episode, Michael and cultural anthropologist Jitske Kramer dive deep into the heart of organizational culture. Michael shares a story from a startup he supported, where a crystal clear sense of purpose created unity, loyalty, and a genuine feeling of belonging. Employees stayed because the…

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The Future of Housing and Apartment Investing with Justin Brennan 26:48

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Episode Overview In this episode, Michael talks with San Diego-based real estate investor Justin Brennan about one of the hottest topics in housing today, the rise of the 50-year mortgage, and what it means for homebuyers, investors, and the future of urban development. Their discussion explores the practical realities behind long-term mortgages, m…

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Glove-spitting goalkeepers & edge-of-the-D drama at five-a-side: The listeners' loves & hates 55:20

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Adam Hurrey, Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker entertain this month's listener entries for Mesut Haaland Dicks, as the Clichés faithful nominate their niche footballing fascinations and irritations. Among the selections are players whose name-based chants sound like they're being booed, the layout of seven-goal thrillers on score apps, the flimsy…

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Exiting Tech Businesses: Insights from Draven McConville 22:34

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Exiting Tech Businesses: Insights from Draven Draven, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, joined Michael to discuss his journey of building and successfully exiting two tech companies. The first was a software development agency that he scaled organically, and the second was a field service management business sold to a billion-dollar private equity grou…

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The Future of Retirement: Henry Yoshida on IRAs, Solo 401(k)s, and Real Asset Investing 26:23

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Overview In this episode of the Breakfast Leadership Show, Michael Levitt welcomes Henry Yoshida, founder and CEO of Rocket Dollar, for a deep dive into how technology is reshaping investment accessibility. Together, they explore how average Americans can take control of their financial futures through self-directed IRAs and alternative asset inves…

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North-east river supremacy, David Moyes' giant duck & Keysey's nutmegs 52:54

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Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the media wrestles with what to call the derby between Sunderland and Newcastle, bafflingly-transcribed football chants in match reports, whether both teams can have their "tails up" in quick succession, Harry Wilson and the "human after all" thre…

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Fearless PR Strategies with Megan Bennett: How Small Businesses Can Build Big Media Wins 27:08

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Michael welcomes Megan Bennett, a 23-year veteran in public relations, to discuss how authentic storytelling continues to outperform traditional advertising and paid promotions. Megan shares insights from her boutique agency’s work across the wellness, beauty, health, lifestyle, and technology sectors. Together, th…

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Deep Dive: Culture Misalignment – Warning Signs and Solutions 15:21

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Episode Summary: Culture misalignment is one of the most overlooked threats to organizational performance. In this episode, we explore how a disconnect between your values and day-to-day practices can quietly undermine productivity, engagement, and overall well-being. Drawing on "Workplace Culture" by Michael D. Levitt, we identify the most common …

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Tricky little sessions, daddy hundreds, and getting hit "amidships" 1:02:30

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The Ashes are basically done and dusted after England’s pink ball capitulation. Time for the third session of Cricket Cliches, but is it a tricky little one? Stokes and Baz have been facing the media, maybe the toughest test of all. Is there anything they can say that will help? Don’t think so, champ. What we need is another way to bring a bit of l…

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How Fiduciary Thinking Can Fix Healthcare: A Conversation with Donovan Ryckis 23:31

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Donovan’s Background and the Birth of Ethos Benefits Michael introduces Donovan Ryckis, CEO and founder of Ethos Benefits, a firm redefining how healthcare consulting is done. Donovan shares his journey from working as a fiduciary securities advisor in the financial services industry to launching Ethos Benefits. His shift to healthcare began when h…

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Unexpected Clive Tyldesley noises & Gabriel's hypothetical Arsenal own-goal hell 43:39

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Adam Hurrey is joined on the midweek Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: England's March "send-off" to the World Cup, Clive Tyldesley commentary intonations in Sky Atlantic trailers, a brave radio reporter subverts the “turned provider” classic, some very unthreatening hooligans in a BBC radio drama and Richard…

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Reframing Sales as Service: Leading with Empathy and Purpose with Drew Norton 24:47

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Drew and Michael challenge the traditional view of sales as pushy or manipulative. They explore how sales can instead be an act of service, helping others find solutions that genuinely meet their needs. The discussion centers on shifting the mindset from “closing deals” to “opening opportunities,” where empathy, understanding, and authentic connect…

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Gen Z Leadership and Community with Christy Pretzinger 26:06

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Gen Z Leadership and Community with Christy Pretzinger In this episode, Michael sits down with Christy Pretzinger, a 20-year business owner and content strategy expert for healthcare organizations, to explore her latest venture, the Better Leader Project. This initiative is designed to create intimate communities where Gen Z leaders can practice es…

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Uzbekistan vs Colombia at 3am, the Infantino Shrug & a dubious bagsman 52:18

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Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: a review of the World Cup draw ceremony, forecasting the nation's TV viewing habits next summer, why Mohamed Salah chose the wrong time and place for his seismic outburst, a dubious recipent of the "bagsman" honour and Dion Dublin invents a new va…

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Jarrod Lopiccolo on Creative Leadership and Digital Growth 22:45

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Bio Info Jarrod Lopiccolo transforms brands through creative digital performance marketing with a strong architectural background. A veteran of 40+ podcasts and 100+ speaking engagements across North America and Europe, he delivers actionable insights for audiences to implement immediately. As CoFounder and CEO of Noble Studios, Jarrod has built an…

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Why and How I Pause to Applause. Self Coaching that Brings Peace, Calm, and Results 12:17

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A simple daily flow of coaching questions helps me feel happier, but also more focused, ambitious, and committed to my work and life goals. My goals typically seem to come true, in part of this vital practice grounded in maintaining presence in the wake of not knowing. And slowing down long enough to see all that's going great, right now, without w…

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Building Eventist: How Ciara Azam Turned a Dance Competition Idea into a SaaS Success Story

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Struggling with costs in your healthcare organization? Reach out to Michael. Click Here for more info Episode Summary In this inspiring conversation, Michael Levitt welcomes Ciara, founder of Eventist, a leading SaaS company that revolutionized ticketing for dance competitions. What began as a side project for a friend turned into a thriving event …

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Crypto Resilience and Reinvention with Niko Mercuris 27:12

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Niko's Entrepreneurial and Trading Journey Niko shared his entrepreneurial journey, starting with his mother's antique and jewelry store after his father's death, which inspired his interest in business. He worked in sales and marketing before opening his own call center that grew to 150 employees and $12 million in revenue. After becoming bored wi…

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I Wanna Dance With Peter Drury, grinding out a 5-4 & Haaland's League One future 49:44

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Adam Hurrey is joined on the midweek Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: Richarlison’s claims to a niche world record, whether you can "grind out" a 5-4 win, the most "X years of age" age, the latest elite-level mannerism to trickle down to the grassroots, some 24-carat Andy Gray co-commentary gold and much mor…

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From Concept to Company: Building Strong Foundations with Catherine Mitchell 24:38

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Entrepreneurship Challenges and Solutions Michael and Catherine discussed the challenges new entrepreneurs face, particularly regarding funding and business structure. They emphasized the importance of starting with a solid foundation, rather than trying to acquire everything upfront. Catherine highlighted the value of finding a mentor or coach to …