Best Group Leader Neuroscience Podcasts (2025)

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Inside the Master of Engineering Technical Management Capstone with Denise Sherrod 7:54

1d ago7:54

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In this episode, we speak to Denise Sherrod, Chief of Automation at Occidental Petroleum. Denise shares the story behind her Capstone Project, which she completed during her time in the Master of Engineering Technical Management program. Tune in to hear how she approached the project, what made it successful, and how it continues to influence her l…

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Creating Psychological Safety from the Inside Out: A Neuroscience Perspective with Dr. Noushin Bayat 25:44

1M ago25:44

25:44

In today’s episode, we are featuring Dr. Noush Bayat. Dr. Bayat works with clients for Executive Leadership Coaching and Consulting, including being one of the Personal Leadership Coaches for Texas A&M’s METM program. In this episode, Dr. Bayat discusses the neuroscience and importance of creating psychological safety in a workplace environment. Te…

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Executive Leadership Series: Tobin Williams 43:44

2M ago43:44

43:44

In today's episode, we feature Tobin Williams, former Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Stellantis. This exclusive audio was recorded during Texas A&M's Master of Engineering Technical Management's (METM) Executive Leadership Speaker Series, where Tobin spoke to METM students, faculty, and guests. He reflects on his leadership journey tha…

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EQ in Action at MIT's Lincoln Lab: A Deep Dive with EQ Coach John Hughes 26:15

3M ago26:15

26:15

In today's episode, we sit down with John Hughes, President & EQ-I Executive Coach at EI Assessments. John has extensive experience in EQ assessments and coaching for leadership and executive development across various industries. Recently, John worked with 112 Lincoln Lab Group Leaders, Assistant Group Leaders, and professional staff, conducting p…

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METM Alumni Spotlight: Martin Atchison 21:49

4M ago21:49

21:49

In today's episode, we are spotlighting an alumnus of Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), a degree that prepares engineering and technology professionals to become the leaders of the future. We dive into Martin’s experience in the METM program and explore how the skills he gained—like prioritizing self-care, fo…

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The Power of EQ in Leadership: A Conversation with Ryan Holt 15:19

5M ago15:19

15:19

In this episode, Ryan Holt, Manufacturing Engineering & Facilities Manager at Dover Precision Components, dives into the powerful role empathy plays in building positive professional relationships. Ryan shares how fostering empathy can strengthen workplace culture, drive team engagement, and help leaders advance their agendas effectively. As a facu…

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Unlocking Leadership Potential: A Conversation with Kip Gary, CEO of the Brock Group 24:03

6M ago24:03

24:03

In today's episode, Ahmed Mahmoud, retired CIO of Global Manufacturing and GPSC at General Motors, sits down to interview Kip Gary. With his career leading him to becoming the current CEO of the Brock Group, Kip discusses his experienced insight on how leaders can rise to their full potential. Kip shares practical advice, personal stories, and key …

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Breaking Barriers: Dr. Elsa Murano on Leadership and Legacy 21:38

7M ago21:38

21:38

In today's episode, METM's founding director, Dr. Ben Zoghi, sits down with Dr. Elsa Murano, the Director of the Norman Borlaug Institute for International Agriculture & Development. Dr. Murano shares her incredible leadership journey. From being appointed the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Food Safety in the U.S. Department of Agriculture to b…

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From Engineer to Leader: A Conversation with Matthew Edghill of Lockheed Martin 18:22

8M ago18:22

18:22

In today's episode, Matthew Edghill, the Director of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Enterprise, explores the journey from being an individual engineering team contributor to stepping into leadership roles. Matt shares his personal experience of climbing the ranks at Lockheed Martin, offering valuable insights for those navigating similar transitions. …

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METM Alumni Spotlight: Carlos Perez 20:35

9M ago20:35

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In today's episode, we are spotlighting an alumni of Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), a degree that prepares engineering and technology professionals to become the leaders of the future. Carlos Perez is a Navy combat veteran and currently works as an Offshore Maintenance Supervisor for Shell. Today, he speak…

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Success Along a Nonlinear Path with Dr. Melissa Flagg 28:42

10M ago28:42

28:42

Considering switching careers? Dr. Melissa Flagg is familiar with that choice. Beginning her career as a pharmacist, she's also worked in security at the State Dept., in philanthropy at the MacArthur Foundation, as well as many other career fields and places. Not only has Dr. Flagg found success on her nonlinear career path, but she has used the di…

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METM Alumni Spotlight: Kat Pressler 24:20

11M ago24:20

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In today's episode, we are spotlighting an alumna of Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), a degree that prepares engineering and technology professionals to become the leaders of the future. Today, Kat Pressler speaks about her leadership journey, her experience earning her METM degree, and how she has brought t…

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Transforming Software for Credit, Fraud and Analytics with Experian Ascend Technology Platform™ (Episode 160) #DataTalk 21:49

12M ago21:49

21:49

In this #DataTalk episode, Keith Little, MD Analytics, Decisioning and Platforms at Experian Software Solutions, unveils the game-changing enhancements to Experian's Ascend Technology Platform™. Keith discusses how client feedback has shaped a solution that streamlines operations, automates processes, and strengthens fraud detection in today's fast…

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Neural Networks & Breaking Barriers - A Journey Through Neuroscience and Disability 1:12:05

12M ago1:12:05

1:12:05

Join us in the latest episode of "Science with Milk, No Sugar" podcast, where we embark on an inspiring journey through the wonders of neuroscience and the resilience of academia. Alexandra Tzilivaki is a neuroscientist specialising in the role of inhibitory interneurons in learning and memory. With a background in the field of Molecular Biology an…

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Coaching Effectively: How to Have Difficult Conversations with Sunshine Webster 28:24

1y ago28:24

28:24

As a manager, the responsibility of having difficult conversations is necessary, yet a skill most of us struggle to properly develop. In this episode, we speak with Sunshine Webster, the Senior Manager of Talent Development at Q2, about how to coach effectively through these interactions. Listen as Sunshine gives practical strategies to transform d…

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The Legal Side of AI Innovation: What You Need to Know with Lawyer Mike Speed 24:14

1y ago24:14

24:14

Over the past year, the landscape of AI innovation has surged dramatically into the public consciousness, permeating nearly every professional domain. Yet, amidst this rapid expansion, a crucial question arises: what are the legal boundaries of AI application? Tune in to today's episode as lawyer Mike Speed delves into the current legal state of AI…

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Protein Power & Science Stand-Up 1:02:28

1y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

We're back! I'm your host, Franziska Sattler-Morrison, inviting you to join me on a journey where we explore the fascinating world of science without any unnecessary sweeteners. In our newest episode, "Protein Power & Science Stand-Up," I chat with the talented molecular biologist Anita Waltho, who brings a refreshing twist to science communication…

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Protecting Yourself from Fraud: Practical Tips for Businesses and Consumers in 2024 (Episode 159) #DataTalk 17:49

1y ago17:49

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In this episode of #DataTalk, we welcome back Kathleen Peters, Chief Innovation Officer at Experian Decision Analytics, as we dive into Experian's annual Future of Fraud forecast. Kathleen gives us an in-depth look into the 2024 forecast, highlighting the role of generative AI in today's fraud landscape. She also walks us through the most prevalent…

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Transitioning from a Tech-Based Role to a Management Role with Jordan Caddick 17:30

1y ago17:30

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Transitioning from a tech-based role to a management role is not without its difficulties. In today's episode, we speak with Jordan Caddick, a project director at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, about his own journey into management. Jordan highlights the importance of time spent in a technical role, continued education throughout one's career, and…

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From Quantum Physics to Pint of Science 1:07:30

2y ago1:07:30

1:07:30

For this season finale episode, I had the pleasure to sit down with the wonderful Dr. Sabrina Patsch to talk about all things Physics and Pint of Science! Are you tired of stuffy lectures and dry academic conferences (I know we are!)? Then you need to check out Pint of Science! Pint of Science is a global festival that brings science out of the lab…

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Shedding Light on the Gut Microbiota & Slamming for Science 1:00:52

2y ago1:00:52

1:00:52

This is the episode you've all been waiting for! My guest, Lisa Budzinski, is not only a fantastic person and an overall amazing science communicator - no! Lisa could brew beer, grow organs in Petri dishes or produce drugs, all with the help of microorganisms. But instead, she decided to "dig" in fecal samples and analyze your intestinal bacteria. …

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Making the Jump from Studying the Brain to Science Journalism 55:48

2+ y ago55:48

55:48

Journalists report news and other information about science to the public which makes Science Journalism an extremely important part of Science Communication. This involves writing accurate, informative and (if appropriate) entertaining summaries of relevant results, interviewing expert scientists and researchers and conveying the information in wa…

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Microplastics, Surviving Academia & Sustainable Leadership 1:09:43

2+ y ago1:09:43

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Happy New Year, friends! We're starting this year of STRONG, with one of my favourite women and scientists: Dr. Linn Voß. During this podcast, we talk a lot about the negative sides of Academia. Things that are hard and that are putting barriers into researchers paths. So for the new year, I've decided to also showcase some exciting and super inter…

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Life of a Research Group Leader & Animal Testing 1:11:55

2+ y ago1:11:55

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This month we have an exciting topic, with an even more exciting guest! A hint: You Are, What You Eat! I'm talking to Rachel Lippert about her career as an unconventional neuoscientist studying maternal nutrition and fetal brain development. She knows all about how what we eat can influence our (own and) offspring's health and growth. We'll discuss…

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Inspiring Young Students to Pursue Careers in Data w/ Rachel Keane at The Data Inspiration Group (Episode 158) #DataTalk 35:06

2+ y ago35:06

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In this #DataTalk episode, we chat with Rachel Keane, founder and Chief Data Inspirer of the Data Inspiration Group based in the U.K., about inspiring young students to pursue careers in data. Rachel has worked in data recruitment for the past 12 years, and during that time she has gained first-hand experience with the challenges faced by the data …

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The PhD Finish Line & Curing Alzheimer's Disease 1:17:49

2+ y ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Welcome back to Season 2, everybody! I have the great pleasure to start this season off with an amazing scientist and science communicator: Kiara Freitag. Kiara's a neuroscience Ph.D. researcher at the German Centre of Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Berlin exploring why people suffer from Alzheimer´s disease and how we might cure it. She is v…

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Case Study: How Mountainview Christian Church, Gresham, Oregon, is rebooting their church with groups. 29:51

3y ago29:51

29:51

Mountainview Christian Church is a 53-year-old legacy church, which boomed in the 1990's, but has struggled ever since, even before COVID. Now as they emerge from COVID, Mountainview is launching groups in a big way. You can hear how Lead Pastor, Tom Santillanes, and Discipleship Pastor, Craig Ziese, are experiencing big results with small groups.…

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Larry Osborne on Sermon-based Groups, Being Culturally Relevant, But Remaining Politically Neutral 30:58

3y ago30:58

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Larry Osborne shares about his start at North Coast Church and the innovations that have occurred over the last 40 years including video venues, sermon-based groups, and being "sticky." Larry gives insights on using culturally relevant group methods rather than imports from other countries. He also cautions pastors about preaching politics and beco…

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LGBTQ STEM Berlin & Inclusion in Academia 53:30

3y ago53:30

53:30

Happy Pride Month! This is our season finale episode - and it's a great one! People who identify as LGBTQA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Asexual/ace and Queer) are leaking out of the scientific pipeline in similar ways to women & those from minority ethnic groups. STEM fields have lagged behind that of other previously white male-dominated…

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(Gender) Identity & Facilitating Change in Academia 1:01:19

3y ago1:01:19

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There’s a lot more to being male, female, or any gender than the sex assigned at birth. Your biological or assigned sex does not always tell your complete story. Gender is complex: It’s a social & legal status, and set of expectations from society, about behaviours, characteristics, and thoughts. Each culture has standards about the way that people…

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Lance Witt on Staying Healthy in the Ministry and Measuring What Matters in Ministry 30:44

3y ago30:44

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In this episode, Lance and Allen discuss the relationship between numbers and success in ministry. For some Easter attendance was a disappointment, so what does that say about the pastor? Beyond that how do pastors stay healthy and motivated in ministry and avoid crashing and burning. Lance gives helpful advice on managing yourself and caring for y…

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Soapbox Science & Leadership in Academia 55:23

3y ago55:23

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Berlin is a hub of knowledge & culture that has hosted very successful Soapbox Science events every year since 2017, with an increasing interest both from the “Berliners” and the different institutions. The diversity of the city is reflected in the different research institutes focusing on a wide range of fields. We want to bring science closer to …

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Michel Hendricks on Half Brained Christianity and the role of Neuroscience in Making Disciples 39:26

3y ago39:26

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Michel Hendricks discusses a neurological and theological approach to becoming more like Christ. While not ignoring the rational, left side of the brain, Michel shares how the right side of the brain is where character develops through the four elements of joy, hesed, group identity, and healthy correction. The presence or absence of these elements…

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Leaving Home & Leaving Academia 1:03:46

3y ago1:03:46

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In general, an academic considers themselves very lucky if they can find any academic job at all, let alone one in a particular city. Leaving your home country for a job is not uncommon and most academics have either considered it in order to succeed or have already experienced it themselves first hand. We leave our families, friends and sometimes …

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Heather Zempel on Developing Leaders and Making Disciples 35:33

3y ago35:33

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Heather Zempel, Discipleship Pastor and Ministries Director at National Community Church in Washington, DC, discusses recruiting and developing small group leaders, making disciples, and raising the value of groups with busy and important people. NCC is a highly transient culture. Heather gives tips on how to rapids identify and develop leaders. An…

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Asian Americans in Tech: Ask-Me-Anything Panel (Episode 157) #DataTalk 57:36

3y ago57:36

57:36

In this #DataTalk episode, we’ll hear from three Asian-American Experian leaders: Debbie Chamkasem, Vice President of Global Technology Programs, John Ken, Vice President of Customer Relationship Management, and Jimmy Cheung, Senior Vice President of Technology and Engineering. These leaders spoke at a panel to provide advice for those who are cons…

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Motherhood in Academia - The Good, The Bad & The Ugly 1:12:19

3y ago1:12:19

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It's well known that women are under-represented in careers in science. The academic career path has a long apprenticeship. Typically there is an undergraduate degree, followed by a PhD, then some post-doctoral research contracts and research fellowships, and then finally a more stable lectureship or permanent research leader position, with promoti…

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Introducing "Science With Milk, No Sugar" 7:58

3+ y ago7:58

7:58

Introducing: “Science with Milk, No Sugar” When most people hear the word “science”, they think of stuffy, ivory tower institutions. They think of dry papers filled with words they can’t pronounce or comprehend. And they think of middle-aged men. That’s why I’m extremely excited to introduce you to my brand new podcast, scheduled to come to you in …

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Small Group Restart Part 5 19:50

3+ y ago19:50

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In this fifth and final session, Allen White shares what is working and what is not working with starting small groups in the new normal. For more information about the Small Group Restart: https://allenwhite.org/restartBy Allen White

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Small Group Restart Part 4 - Getting People into Groups 29:50

3+ y ago29:50

29:50

In Part 4, Allen White shares effective ways to connect people into small groups in the new normal of life and ministry. For more information about the Small Group Restart: https://allenwhite.org/restartBy Allen White

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Small Group Restart Part 3 - Recruiting New Leaders 13:44

3+ y ago13:44

13:44

In Part 3 Allen White gives the principles for recruiting an unlimited number of new small group leaders. For more information on the Small Group Restart: https://allenwhite.org/restartBy Allen White

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Small Group Restart Part 2 13:53

3+ y ago13:53

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In Part 2, Allen White talks about how to get Senior Pastor buy-in for small groups. For more information on the Small Group Restart: https://allenwhite.org/restartBy Allen White

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