🎙 In the Season 2 finale of Lens of Leadership , Nick Coniglio and Marnie Stockman wrap up with Episode 12: Inverting the Pyramid of Success . They're joined by special guest Jessica McLeod-Waddell , a higher ed leadership pro and soon-to-be PhD student at the University of Georgia, who brings wisdom, wit, and warmth to a discussion rich with leadership takeaways. Episode Highlights: 🔑 The Keys to Growth : Jessica introduces a fresh perspective on symbolic storytelling in the Lasso-verse—spotl...
Mar 28, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 12
🎙 In this episode, Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio jump into Season 2, Episode 11, "Midnight Train to Royston," with special guest Phil Freidhoff from the TANG program. A former U.S. Navy submarine officer turned leadership and operations strategist, Phil brings a compelling mix of human-centered design, servant leadership, and deep emotional intelligence to the conversation. Episode Highlights: ⚓ Leadership at Depth: From submarine command to coaching future leaders, Phil shares how embracin...
Mar 14, 2025•38 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this special edition of Lens of Leadership, Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio sit down with ChiP Hamilton, coordinating producer of Ted Lasso, and an industry veteran whose credits include Avengers: Endgame, Ghostbusters, and Little Women. Chip shares behind-the-scenes stories, leadership insights, and his personal journey from Boston to Hollywood. 🔥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ Behind the Scenes of Ted Lasso – What it takes to bring a leadership-driven show to life, from production challenges to t...
Feb 28, 2025•53 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Join us for another insightful episode of Lens of Leadership , a Ted Lasso rewatch podcast. In this episode, we delve into Season 2, Episode 10, "No Weddings and a Funeral," with a special guest from the UK, Shane Evans. Shane, an HR and leadership coach, shares his deep passion for leadership and Ted Lasso, perfectly blending his expertise with the show's themes. Episode Highlights: ⚽ Leadership in Life's Complex Moments : Exploring how leadership principles manifest even in personal crises, re...
Feb 14, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio, dive into Ted Lasso Season 2, Episode 8—"Man City"—with special guest David Blansfield, Executive Vice President at Northstar Travel Group. David shares insights from his vast leadership experience, blending his professional journey with lessons from the episode. Highlights Include: ⚽ Roy Kent’s Reluctant Arc : David reflects on why Roy Kent resonates with him and the leadership lessons in owning personal growth—even when reluctant. ⚽ Higgins i...
Jan 31, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode of Lens of Leadership , Marnie and Nick explore Ted Lasso Season 2, Episode 7—"Headspace"—with special guests Dr. David Coffey and John Golden, mathematics professors and co-hosts of the Teaching Like Ted Lasso podcast. We unpack key moments from Ted Lasso , including: ⚽ Nate’s struggle with insecurity and ambition—how unresolved emotions impact leadership. ⚽ Roy Kent’s journey from blind spot to self-awareness—embracing feedback and making amends. ⚽ The powerful dichotomy betwee...
Jan 17, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 7
🎙️ Lens of Leadership - Episode 6: The Signal, Difficult Conversations, and Bold Risks with Dan Ayer 🎙️ In this episode of Lens of Leadership , Marnie and Nick dive into Season 2, Episode 6 of Ted Lasso —“The Signal”—and explore its leadership lessons with Dan Ayer , award-winning copywriter and co-founder of Oyster Creative. We unpack key moments from Ted Lasso , including: ⚽ Ted’s struggle with vulnerability and panic attacks—and how leaders can show strength through openness. ⚽ Higgins’ tou...
Jan 03, 2025•40 min
What can Ted Lasso teach us about finding confidence, pivoting to align with our passions, and embracing authenticity? Join Marnie and Nick as they dive deep into Rainbow (Season Two, Episode Five) alongside special guest Erin King, an educator and founder of Inspired Education. Here’s what we explore: Nate’s journey toward confidence and the fine line between assertiveness and arrogance. Roy Kent’s pivot from punditry to coaching and the role of mentorship in unlocking potential. Isaac’s redisc...
Dec 20, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Wondering how Ted Lasso's holiday episode can teach us about leadership and community? Tune into this episode of the Lens of Leadership podcast as we delve into "Carol of the Bells" from Season Two, Episode Four. Joining Marnie and Nick is Amy Wieland, who brings a treasure trove of insights from her extensive background in education and ed tech. Here's what we'll explore: * Ted’s experience away from family during the holidays and the universal longing for connection. * Roy and Keeley’s creativ...
Dec 06, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What happens when creativity meets national security? In this episode, Marnie and Nick dive into Ted Lasso’s “Do the Rightest Thing” with special guests Erik Oksala and Brian Layer, who share how their innovative company uses entertainment-industry techniques to tackle some serious challenges. Together, we unpack leadership lessons from Sam’s principled stand against Dubai Air to Ted’s quirky team-building methods (and yes, even Led Tasso makes an appearance). We explore ethics, trust, and mento...
Nov 22, 2024•39 min•Season 2Ep. 3
You are in for a treat! Lucy Broadbent (author of What would Ted Lasso do? and How to be a Lioness?) joins Marnie and Nick to rewatch Season 2 Episode 2 Lavender. From the power of positivity in Ted to the bravery of lions not pandas, they discuss the leadership lessons from Ted Lasso and Lucy's books.
Nov 08, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Curious about the secret sauce behind Ted Lasso's leadership charm? Garth Nichols and Dr. Jason Rogers from the Lassoing Leadership podcast join us as we dive into season two, episode one, "Goodbye, Earl." We have a good time examining key leadership moments like: Dani Rojas overcoming the yips Not settling for "fine," echoing Roy Kent's philosophy Nate's rapid rise and the complexities of mentorship Discussing how several of the characters are "stuck" and how this happens to folks every day (an...
Oct 25, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 1
What can Ted Lasso teach us about leadership, creativity, and resilience? Join us as Marnie and Nick unpack the season finale of Ted Lasso's first season, "The Hope that Kills You," through the lens of leadership. We explore Nate's promotion and Ted's unforgettable locker room speech, examining how having a mission or "why" can transform a team. We contrast the high stakes of the English relegation system with the complacency commonly seen in American sports leagues, and analyze how the team's b...
Jul 05, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Leadership calls for change and accountability, but how do we embrace these challenging aspects? Join Marnie and Nick on this episode of Lens of Leadership as we dissect so many leadership insights from Ted Lasso's "All Apologies." We scrutinize Rebecca's numerous apologies and Ted and Higgins and their unexpected reactions. Consider Keeley's role in propelling Rebecca towards these pivotal moments as we connect these acts to the broader societal context of cancel culture and the vital need for ...
Jun 21, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 10
What if the key to effective leadership lies in a simple mantra: "Be curious, not judgmental"? On this episode of the Lens of Leadership podcast, we unpack this idea from Ted Lasso Season 1, Episode 8, "Diamond Dogs." We dive into Ted's heartfelt conversation with Coach Beard, Keeley's romantic entanglements with Roy and Jamie, and the formation of the Diamond Dogs support group. Through these storylines, we emphasize the critical role of trusted advisors and the power of curiosity in leadership...
Jun 06, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week Marnie and Nick discuss the episode "Make Rebecca Great Again." We will discuss the power and need to embrace courageous conversations, reflecting on Nate's pep talk with the team as they strived to beat Everton for the first time in years. Together, we discuss the impact of emotional intelligence and how it is your secret weapon in navigating tough conversations and feedback. In the been there, done that world of challenging conversations, Marnie and Nick have some stories to share. W...
May 22, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week, Marnie and Nick rewatch the Two Aces episode to discuss several surprising (and heartwarming) leadership lessons. Find out how Jamie Tartt's evolving story challenges our understanding of personal growth and the complexities of guiding others. Take a deep look at the power of rituals like the 'reverse the curse' ceremony, exploring its role in uniting a team and leading to collective triumph. Also covered are the emotional barricades people like Jamie build, as reflected in his intera...
May 08, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Wouldn’t it be amazing if the Ted Lasso characters made up your personal advisory board? Join Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio as they release this bonus episode of Lens of Leadership. They are strategizing the perfect lineup of characters to form their “Diamond Dogs". They talk through how to ensure they surround themselves with a mix of mentors, connectors, wellness coaches, and more. It's a battle of wits and budget as they go head-to-head with ChatGPT, all while contemplating the profound q...
Apr 25, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In Season 1, Episode 5 of Ted Lasso, Tan Lines, it is not just the team that is broken. Change needs to happen. Ted says in his half-time speech, change isn’t easy but they need to embrace it. Marnie and Nick talk through elements of change from a leadership perspective on this episode of Lens of Leadership. Overcoming challenges requires a flexible mindset and some bravery, but the opportunities for growth, connection and learning come with it. We reflect on how embracing change is not just abo...
Apr 11, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode of Lens of Leadership, Marnie and Nick tackle the topic of accountability. Whether they're discussing the tricky art of balancing authority with humility in parenting or the critical role of credibility in business, the connections to Ted Lasso and a life of leadership ring true. Discover how embracing accountability can build stronger relationships, empower teams, and foster innovation. From setting clear expectations to utilizing data and KPIs, we dissect the strategies that ca...
Mar 28, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Marnie and Nick draw out the strategies that make Ted Lasso a leadership maestro. We're not just talking the nuts and bolts of empowering your team or mastering ego removal; we're diving into the heart of storytelling, active listening, and respect in communication. These are the subtle threads woven into every interaction that can either uplift or unravel our relationships. From the soccer field to your next business meeting, these insights hold the key to unlocking a world where respect and hu...
Mar 15, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 3
What is a personal operating system? Your motivators, demotivators, core values, etc... From bringing biscuits with the boss to figuring out Jamie Tartt's operating instructions, Ted Lasso showed us the way to strong leadership by learning everyone's "personal operating system." Marnie and Nick talk about the value of being intentional with what makes someone tick both in life and in business. This strategic conversation can teach us the importance of understanding and investing in each team mem...
Mar 01, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Have you ever walked into a room and felt the weight of a first impression pressing down on you? Join Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio as we unpack the power of first impressions through taking a deep dive of the pilot episode of Ted Lasso. From the antics of AFC Richmond to our own tales from business, we look at the nuances of new leadership roles and the undeniable influence of first encounters. We unravel the psychological intricacies of the primacy and halo effects, giving you a front-row ...
Feb 16, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 1
