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Real Leaders Podcast

Real Leaders Magazine, Kevin Edwardsreal-leaders.com
The Real Leaders Podcast is for leaders who want to do more with their influence. Each episode shares real, honest stories from CEOs and founders about how they built businesses that matter. No fluff — just the lessons, mistakes, and moves that helped them grow their impact. If you're serious about leading with purpose and leaving something meaningful behind, this podcast is for you.
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Episodes

Ep. 129 Crossing The Fear Line || Siri Lindley, 2x World Champion Triathlete

Siri Lindley is a 2x world champion triathlete, cancer survivor, and current coach who shares how to overcome obstacles to win gold. Lindley was a tri-athlete in college but her sports were field hockey, lacrosse, and hockey. After attending a triathlon event Siri wanted to prove to herself that she could become best in the world. Without even knowing how to swim she dove in headfirst, trained and trained until she became best in the world. She now has a non-profit trying to rescue horses from t...

Sep 25, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 129

Ep. 128 Good Leaders Get Gratitude || Chester Elton

Chester Elton is a Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speaker, #1 best-selling leadership author, and Co-founder of Culture Works who claims that Good Leaders Get Gratitude. On today’s episode Elton shares: -Prolific examples of business leaders who credit culture change for their resilience -How work balance and work harmony differ -The common ingredients for an engaged workforce Watch here: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/chester-elton...

Sep 22, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 129

Ep. 127 Who Is A Real Leader? || Jeffrey Hayzlett, CEO of C-Suite Network

Exceed conditions of satisfaction. Jeffrey Hayzlett is a best selling author, host of the All Business Podcast, and CEO of the C-Suite Network who helps you exceed conditions of satisfaction. In today’s episode, Hayzlett shares why picking a side is a good thing, how to pick the best person for the job, and that Real Leaders are those who get sh*t done. Watch on Crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/jeffrey-hayzlett...

Sep 18, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 127

Ep. 126 Jump Out of Bed to Serve Your Customers || Blake Morgan, 40 Top Female Keynote Speakers

If Jeff Bezos can do it, so can you. Blake Morgan is a customer experience keynote speaker who reminds you that you are in business to serve your customers. On today’s episode Morgan breaks down 3 questions real leaders should be asking themselves: 1. What would make your clients' lives easier and better? 2. Do you jump out of bed excited to serve your customers? 3. What technology is out there to improve your consumers' experience? Watch the replay: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/blake-morgan...

Sep 11, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 126

Ep. 125 Prioritizing Your Relationships

Relationship Economics® Advisor David Nour joins the show to share 16 signals that will determine the future of work, why storytelling is a leadership competency, and that business leaders cannot cut their way to growth! Join live on Crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/david-nour RSVP for future live podcasts: https://www.crowdcast.io/realleaderspodcast...

Sep 03, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 125

Keep It Real Series #2 - Are You Relevant?

Are you relevant? Simon Mainwaring, Founder, and CEO of We First Branding shares that this is the ongoing question for businesses and their brands if they want to become organizations of the future. RSVP to ask your questions for any live interview with real leaders at: https://www.crowdcast.io/realleaderspodcast

Aug 30, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Ep. 124 The Inspiring Story of Devon Still

Devon Still is a former NFL Defensive End, current cancer awareness advocate, and proud father who discloses the obstacles he overcame on his journey to the league, the playbook he used after his daughter was diagnosed with cancer, and his newfound purpose. Get Involved: https://stillstrongfoundation.org/ Real Leaders Impact Awards: https://real-leaders.com/impact-awards-application/ Goal: 50 Reviews by 8/31. Rate and review on Apple podcasts!!...

Aug 27, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 124

Ep. 123 Agroforestry || CEO of Propagate Ventures, Ethan Steinberg

Ethan Steinberg is the CEO of Propagate Ventures who joins the show to educate us all on the long term benefits of agroforestry. In today’s episode Steinberg shares his concept of a quadruple bottom line, the history of agroforestry, and how farmers across the country are reacting to using traditional techniques.

Aug 24, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 123

Ep. 122 Moral Decisions || My Grandfather, Dr. Roger Gertenrich

Roger Gertenrich is a Korean war medic, former mayor of Salem, OR, and Kevin's grandfather who urges us all today to lead with our moral compass. In today’s episode, Bapa shares how to lead under pressure situations, the importance of building a base, and how to use your compass to get to where you’re going. Goal: 50 Reviews on Apple Podcasts by August 31!! Leave one today.

Aug 21, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 122

Ep. 121 Why The Crisis Will Only Get Worse || Roger J. Hamilton, Founder of Genius Group

Roger J. Hamilton is the Founder of Genius Group who claims a tsunami market crash is coming and leaders who don't prioritize their digital distribution will drown. In today’s episode, Hamilton explains the problems with printing too much money, how to accelerate the UN global goals, and that the mark of a good leader is how many other leaders one creates. Crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/roger-hamilton Apply For The Real Leaders Impact Awards: https://real-leaders.com/impact-awards-applica...

Aug 19, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 121

Ep. 120 50,000 Thoughts A Day || David Nurse, Author of Pivot & Go

David Nurse is an NBA Life Optimization Coach and Author of his new book Pivot & Go . Today he shares his journey from sleeping in a Walmart parking lot to working with the NBA’s best, how to live each day like the ultimate day, and why we shouldn’t sleep on sleep itself. Purchase David's Book Pivot & Go here: https://www.amazon.com/Pivot-Go-Mindset-Blueprint-Redefine/dp/1645431118/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pivot+and+go&qid=1579652570&sr=8-1...

Aug 16, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 120

Ep. 119 How To Kill Conformity || Lisa Bodell Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speakers

Lisa Bodell is Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speaker and the CEO of Future Think who believes the key to unlocking innovation in your company is by killing conformity. In today’s episode, Bodell shares the mindset of a futurist, a few techniques to kill your organization's rules, and how to break away from the day-to-day to pursue more meaningful work. Watch Live: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/lisa-bodell Real Leaders Impact Awards Early Bird Application: https://real-leaders.com/impact-awards-applic...

Aug 11, 202035 minSeason 1Ep. 119

Ep. 118 Why Not You? John O'Leary || Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speakers

John O'Leary is a #1 National Best-Selling Author, Host of the Living Inspired Podcast, and Top Keynote Speaker who shares on this episode the difference between success and significance, how to practice being in the moment, and to ask yourself, "why not you?" https://www.crowdcast.io/e/john-oleary

Aug 06, 202053 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Ep. 117 5 Uncompromising Values || Larry Winget Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speakers

Larry Winget is known as the Pitbull of Personal Development® who joins the show to share why he’s discontent with the current self-help speakers, how it is up to you, and only you to change your ways and 5 values that are uncompromising. Watch on Crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/larry-winget

Jul 30, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 117

Ep. 116 Fabien Cousteau, Life Below Water

Fabien Cousteau is a 3rd generation ocean explorer and aquanaut who is taking the next step in ocean exploration by venturing into the world’s largest and most advanced underwater research station. He shares his journey and hope for the future of life below water.

Jul 28, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Keep It Real Series - Simon Mainwaring #1

On the first-ever Keep It Real Series brand futurist, best-selling author, and global keynote speaker Simon Mainwaring joins the show. He is best known as the author of We First: How Brands and Consumers Use Social Media to Build a Better World and the founder and CEO of We First, a creative consultancy. Simon will be back on the show every month for more commentary. Watch on Crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/simon

Jul 25, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Ep. 115 Where Does YOUR Burn Come From? || Ben Newman Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speaker

Ben Newman is a highly sought out performance coach, author, and host of The Burn podcast who believes your burn is what determines your purpose. On today’s show, Newman shares experiences that fuel his burn, how the key to changing your mind is through the heart, and that being real is what is missing in today’s business environment.

Jul 21, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Ep. 114 True Happiness Is Inner Peace

Drew Hanlen is an NBA consultant, executive coach, and the CEO of Pure Sweat Sports who has forged his dream into a reality becoming the #1 coach for hoopers and executives who want to take their game to the next level.

Jul 15, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Ep. 113 Make Your Worst Day The Best Day

Michael Kuech is the Co-founder and CEO of Your Super who overcame cancer at 24 and is now on a mission to help consumers make healthier food choices and transform lives while doing it. Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-leaders-podcast/id1426198805 Subscribe for 25% using coupon code: podcast25 Receive 10% OFF any YourSuper products using code: RLP10 until 9/15: https://yoursuper.com/

Jul 13, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Ep. 112 The Mindset Of A Successful Networker

Gil Petersil is a successful networking and mastermind coach who unveils the mindset needed to grow your network. Watch on crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/gil-petersil

Jul 10, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 112

Ep. 111 Tapping Into A Higher Consciousness

Staci Wallace is a faith-based leader and current executive vice president at VOXOX who in today’s episode helps you surrender to your emotions and stay in the moment. Rate and Review the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-leaders-podcast/id1426198805#see-all/reviews Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RealLeadersMagazine?sub_confirmation=1...

Jul 08, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 111

Ep. 109 Honestly Expressing Yourself

David Kahl is the Founder and CEO of Fully a certified B-Corp. In today’s episode, Kahl unpacks his adolescence, the tipping point that spawned new beginnings, and the transformation of his business mindset. Great listen for anyone feeling stuck in their career and/or experienced something traumatic recently.

Jul 02, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Ep. 108 Enter Into The World of the Unknown

Omar Shaikh is the co-founder and managing director of Global Ethical Finance Initiative who joins the show to interpret Milton Friedman’s essay on the Social Responsibility of Business, explore Adam Smith’s Wealth of Nations and how it applies to unchecked capitalism today, and ultimately discuss the humbleness and bravery that is needed to rethink today’s GDP construct and enter into the world of the unknown.

Jun 28, 20201 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Ep. 107 EarthX's Trammell S. Crow Jr.

Trammell S. Crow Jr. is a long time successful Dallas businessman who founded EarthX to change the world by bringing environmental activism to his home town. EarthX is now the largest earth day event in the United States and in today's episode Trammell shares how to break bread with people across the aisle, the strides EarthX has made to change the world, and why the word “environment” should be apolitical. Watch on Crowdcast: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/trammel-crow...

Jun 26, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Ep. 106 One Tree Planted

Matt Hill is the Founder and Chief Environmental Evangelist of One Tree Planted. In this episode, Matt discusses the series of events that inspired him to start OTP, how the reforestation efforts have impacted him, and the little things you can do to create massive change.

Jun 23, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Ep. 105 Build A Healthy Home

Stephen Aiguier is the Founder and CEO of Green Hammer Design Build who gives you the tools to building healthy homes for a healthier planet. In this episode, Stephen shares the moments that spurred the idea of Green Hammer, the foundation for a healthy community, and the impact of bold leadership. This interview was recorded on May 21, 2020.

Jun 18, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 105

Ep. 104 The Quadruple Bottom-Line

Rodrigo Baggio (YPO) is the Founder, CEO, and President of both Recode and Center for Digital Inclusion who proposes we can measure quadruple bottom-line. In today’s episode, Rodrigo shares what moment made him realize he could have an impact, his mentality when an obstacle comes in the way, and the power of meditation.

Jun 15, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 104

Ep. 103 CEO vs. Leader

Blair Kellison is the CEO of Traditional Medicinals who emphasizes purpose-driven leaders must change the values of the environment to change the people. In today’s episode, Blaire reminisces on his unconventional career path, how your values can create more value, and what separates a leader from a CEO.

Jun 11, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 103

Ep. 102 The Components of Trust

Tom Matzzie is the Founder and CEO of CleanChoice Energy who shares why he decided to start a solar company, how to green the grid, and the components of trust.

Jun 07, 202040 minSeason 1Ep. 102
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