Best Darrell and Nick Podcasts (2025)

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359: John Amaechi - Reaching the League in Six Years 1:13:53

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#264: Bracken Darrell, CEO of VF Corporation – Good design can make anything better 1:03:32

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Bracken Darrell led remarkable turnarounds at both Old Spice and Logitech. Now he’s the CEO of VF Corporation, where he’s working to revitalize iconic brands like The North Face, Timberland, Vans, and more. Hit play on this episode and take a look at his playbook. It’s all about constantly growing and designing things to be better – whether it’s a …

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457: Alex Epstein—Did Bill Gates Change His Mind 49:37

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Mike joins author and energy expert Alex Epstein to discuss Bill Gates' surprising new stance on climate change, the growing clash between "human-centric" and "anti-impact" environmentalism, and how the AI revolution is reshaping global energy demands. They also explore what this shift means for philanthropy, fossil fuels, and the future workforce …

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358: David Koechner - I Hope I Like Me 1:02:25

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#263: Whitney Wolfe Herd, Founder and CEO of Bumble – Your mission is your mobilizer 1:11:03

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She flipped the script on modern dating and built a billion dollar global brand. But Whitney Wolfe Herd’s path to success hasn’t been easy. After co-founding Tinder and walking away under difficult circumstances, she founded Bumble, a dating platform where women make the first move. In this refreshingly honest conversation, she opens up about her m…

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456: Gavin de Becker—Forbidden Facts 2:14:35

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Security expert, author, and entrepreneur Gavin de Becker joins us to discuss his newest book, Forbidden Facts: Government Deceit & Suppression About Brain Damage from Childhood Vaccines—a hard-hitting investigation into how government agencies and industry cover up evidence and manipulate public belief. We also discuss the attempted assassination …

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357: Sal Vulcano - Impractical Parenting 1:08:14

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#262: Lew Frankfort, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of Coach – Combine magic and logic 1:01:29

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He built Coach from a small leather goods brand into a $5 billion global fashion powerhouse. But Lew Frankfort’s rise to the top isn’t what you’d expect. He started out in public service and even got passed over for a promotion for being “too principled.” But when he came to Coach, he brought relentless drive, strong investigative instincts, and a …

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455: Philip Diehl—Flying Over the Hump 1:52:26

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Mike chats with Philip Diehl, the 35th Director of the U.S. Mint and the man behind the most successful coin program in American history—the 50 State Quarters. They talk about the surprising history of the U.S. dollar coin, how a coin gets designed and approved, and the unexpected reason why the mikeroweWORKS Trades Coin—a symbol of American skill …

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356: Dolph Lundgren - Fighting Rocky and Beating Cancer 1:05:26

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#261: Nathan Smith, Walker Cup Captain – Know what your people need to excel 59:46

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He’s one of the most accomplished amateur golfers in the game – a four-time U.S. Mid-Amateur champion and four-time Masters competitor. Just last month, he captained the 2025 Walker Cup team to victory over Great Britain and Ireland. Nathan Smith knows how to get the most out of himself and his team, especially when the pressure is on and the stake…

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454: Amie Ichikawa—You Can't Bring a Vagina to a Penis Fight 1:21:16

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Mike sits down with Amie Ichikawa—former inmate, prison reform advocate, and founder of Woman II Woman, an organization dedicated to protecting the rights and dignity of incarcerated women. Amie shares her firsthand experience in the California prison system, the disturbing reality of fully intact men being housed in women's prisons, and the silenc…

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355: Yannis Pappas - Childbirth, Coleslaw, and ChatGPT 1:04:53

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#260: Nick Green, Cofounder and CEO of Thrive Market – The business model matters 1:10:19

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At age 25, he walked away from a successful seven-figure business, and took a big swing on a risky idea. Thrive Market Cofounder and CEO Nick Green knew he wanted to make healthy food more accessible. But at a time when everyone was chasing speed and scale, he made a big bet on the membership model. 1.7 million members later, it’s safe to say it wo…

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453: Enes Kanter Freedom—In the Name of Freedom 1:21:51

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NBA player turned human rights activist Enes Kanter Freedom shares his remarkable journey growing up in Turkey under an oppressive regime, his rise to NBA stardom, and the high personal cost of speaking out against tyranny. From being exiled by his home country to being effectively blackballed from the NBA, Enes opens up about the courage it takes …

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354: Beth Stelling - Dad Tried to Kidnap Me 1:12:43

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#259: Sarah Gibson Tuttle, Founder and CEO of Olive & June – Work on yourself 55:13

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As a kid, she had to hide her favorite red nail polish from her parents. Today, she’s the founder and CEO of Olive & June, a $100 million nail polish brand. But in between, Sarah Gibson Tuttle had to navigate a career she wasn’t really passionate about … and find the courage to chase a big idea. In this episode, she shares: The untold stories behin…

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452: Payton McNabb—Enough of This Crap! 1:06:36

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Mike sits down with former high school volleyballer Payton McNabb, who was knocked unconscious by a spike to the face, delivered by a male competing on the girls' team, and woke up in the middle of a national controversy. What followed wasn't just a concussion and long-term neurological damage. It was a brutal, firsthand lesson in biology, politics…

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353: Josh Wolf - Taking My Son to Rehab 1:09:36

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3 More Questions (Paul Brown) with David Novak and Koula Callahan 13:29

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How should leaders apply the concept, "sell what you sell", into their marketing strategy? How can leaders maintain brand consistency while being flexible on the product offerings in different markets? How can leaders running multiple teams and business units find the right …

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#258: Paul Brown, Cofounder and CEO of Inspire Brands – Sell what you sell 52:58

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GUEST: Paul Brown, Cofounder and CEO of Inspire Brands, which includes Arby’s, Sonic, Dunkin’, and more. LISTEN FOR: Insights on clear messaging, leading multiple brands, the changing media landscape, and sharing best practices Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The How Leader…

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451: Meredith Olson—Better Education Now 1:33:03

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Meredith Olson is president of Vela, a nonprofit that funds everyday entrepreneurs who are ditching the traditional school model in favor of something a little more… flexible. Vela doesn't run schools—it supports people creating their own. From homeschool co-ops to microschools in living rooms and libraries, Vela empowers parents, students, and ent…

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352: Donna D’Errico - First Celebrity AI Companion 1:08:28

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SPONSORS: PrizePicks -Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HONEYDEW and use code HONEYDEW and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! My HoneyDew this week is actress Donna D’Errico! Check out Donna’s AI companion, CallDonnaD.com, to chat with AI Donna yourself today! Donna joins me this week to Highlight the Lowlights of her str…

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3 More Questions (Klaus Kleinfeld) with David Novak and Koula Callahan 11:21

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can you measure motivation and what can leaders do to drive that in their organization? How can leaders sustain high performance while managing their energy? How can leaders who are great a dreaming big make visions practical and real? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leaders…

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#257: Klaus Kleinfeld, Former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa – Purpose channels your energy 1:01:10

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Every leader wants to bring more energy to the table—but it’s not about pushing harder or working longer. It’s about channeling your energy toward what truly matters. In this episode, David talks with Klaus Kleinfeld, the former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa, and the author of the book Leading to Thrive. You’ll see how to use purpose as a guiding force …

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450: Elaine Culotti—California is in Real Trouble 1:32:27

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Serial entrepreneur, lipstick farmer, and season 2 undercover billionaire Elaine Culotti unleashes a no-holds-barred critique of California's downward spiral. From endless red tape and anti-business policies to the sluggish response to the Palisades fire, Elaine argues that leadership under Gavin Newsom has been nothing short of disastrous. She doe…

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351: Chris Hansen - The Catch a Predator Legend 1:06:01

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3 More Questions (Hayden Brown) with David Novak and Koula Callahan 9:19

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders build the courage and the conviction to pursue a vision that others might not see right away? How should leaders think about what belongs with the core team versus what can be outsourced to freelancers? What can leaders do to build a ‘resolve it now’ culture …

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#256: Hayden Brown, CEO of Upwork – Create clarity for your team 56:46

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GUEST: Hayden Brown, CEO of the global freelance marketplace Upwork LISTEN FOR: Insights on AI, remote work, and what it really takes to lead with clarity (and why it’s not what you think) Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The How Leaders Lead App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: A vast l…

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449: Theo Von—A Troubled White 1:34:52

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Comedian, podcaster, and self-described "troubled white" Theo Von joins the party for a candid discussion about the bone he found on his way to the studio, what he was manifesting during the Lion's Portal, and why he loves 'Merica. There's a little wrestling, a little recovery, and lot of talk of a new Mike and Theo Antique Road Show-type show feat…

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350: Darrell Hammond - Uncovering Cray 1:08:55

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My HoneyDew this week is comedian, Darrell Hammond! Check out Darrell’s one man show Cray, now on Audible. Darrell joins me to Highlight the Lowlights of his long battle with addiction and the wild journey of discovering the reason behind it all! Darrell shares one of the most powerful stories I’ve ever heard about one therapist who was able to unl…

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3 More Questions (Clark Hunt) with David Novak and Koula Callahan 13:31

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders keep performance high in the face of constant change? What can leaders do to get their teams to believe in a vision that feels bigger than what they think is possible? What is a good ‘gut check’ to know if you’re actually leading with humility? ——— GO DEEPER …

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#255: Clark Hunt, Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs – Be quick to give others credit 57:05

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What does it take to build a dynasty … and keep it going? Clark Hunt, Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, shares what it takes to deliver results year after year in one of the most competitive leagues in the world. You’ll go point by point through the five things every dynasty needs—plus hear how humility plays a surprising role in long-ter…

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349: Kym Whitley - Surprise Motherhood 57:56

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3 More Questions (Tom Hale) with David Novak and Koula Callahan 12:03

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What habits or practices do you use to stay grounded so you can show up as a counterbalance for your team? How do great leaders balance mission and performance so they don't lose sight or purpose and profitability? What levers should leaders be paying attention to in order t…

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#254: Tom Hale, CEO of Oura – Be a balancing force 1:02:20

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What does it take to grow a breakthrough product … without losing your balance as a leader? Tom Hale, CEO of Oura, shares how he’s scaling one of the most innovative wellness companies out there—the one behind the popular (and powerful) Oura Ring. See how he’s constantly calibrating to offer the right blend of support and challenge, value and prici…

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448: Sheree Utash—It's Only the Best School in America 1:15:39

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Mike chats with Dr. Sheree Utash, Ed.D., president of WSU Tech and a national leader in workforce education. They talk about how she reinvented a community college into a national model for workforce development, her role in taking Mike's S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and shaping it into the mikeroweWORKS curriculum, and why she believes skilled trades are key…

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348: Paul Rodriguez Jr. - 20 Years of P-Rod's Nike SB Legacy 1:03:21

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SPONSORS: Quince -Keep it classic and cool — with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to https://www.Quince.com/HONEYDEW My HoneyDew this week is legendary professional skateboarder Paul Rodriguez Jr! Paul joins me to Highlight the Lowlights of his skateboarding career! We talk about what it was like for Paul growing up with a famous dad before sk…

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3 More Questions (Roger Crandall) with David Novak and Koula Callahan 9:33

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What can leaders do to ensure bureaucracy doesn’t creep in and take over their company? What’s your process of evaluating the input of others and how does that ultimately play into the decision you make? What do you do to reinvent yourself and while staying current? ——— GO D…

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#253: Roger Crandall, Chairman, President and CEO of MassMutual – Make the numbers mean something 54:20

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As a leader, you’ve got to know your numbers. But you can’t maximize your impact as a leader unless you know how to make those numbers mean something to your team. In this episode, David talks with Roger Crandall, President and CEO of MassMutual, a leader who blends sharp analytics with powerful storytelling. You’ll learn how to turn data and reven…

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