Dare to Lead with Brene Brown

Number of episodes 75

Overview Known for her research on courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy, American professor, lecturer and author Dr Brene Brown has a podcast based on her latest book, Dare to Lead – which debuted at #1 on the New York Times, and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists. Based on the premise that to innovate, create, and build a better and more just world requires daring leadership, Brene describes the podcast as a “mix of solo episodes and conversations with changecatalysts, culture-shifters, and as many troublemakers as possible”. She talks to everyone from politicians and activists to CEOs and artists with recent interviews including with Beto O’Rourke, who is running for governor of Texas, on brave leadership; inclusion strategist Ruchika Tulshyan about the state of belonging at work; and neuroscientist Dr Amishi Jha on finding focus. Other topics of discussion include creating a digital mindset.

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Brene pairs up with organisational psychologist and Wharton professor Adam Grant and inspirational speaker Simon Sinek to discuss everything that’s happening in the workplace right now.

Dr Brene Brown Professor, lecturer and host of podcast Dare to Lead, based on her latest book, Dare to Lead

Simon Sinek

Business speaker and bestselling author brings his eternal optimism to the podcast platform with A Bit of Optimism

A Bit of Optimism

Number of episodes 70

Overview Business speaker and bestselling author Simon Sinek brings his eternal optimism to the podcast platform with A Bit of Optimism – where he talks to a mix of guests, from executives to activists, researchers to athletes, about life and leadership. Among notable interviewees –retail executive Annmarie Scichili discusses the spirit of generosity; award-winning Harvard professor Amy Cuddy talks about finding your tribe; and the legendary CEO of manufacturing firm Barry-Wehmiller, Bob Chapman, shares his thoughts on leadership. Typically running 30 minutes long, the episodes delve into everything from the benefits of failure and the future of branding and design to resolving conflict. setting boundaries and being grateful.

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Gen Z in the Workplace

– Simon discusses the unique differences of Generation Z with father-and-son research team David and Jonah Stillman, helping leaders understand the impact they can have on the workplace.