Best Lockheed Martin Podcasts (2025)

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How Lockheed Martin Recruits: Speed, Quality, and a "Candidate at the Center" Mentality with John Heyliger, VP of Talent Acquisition and Workforce Transformation 29:32

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What if your talent team was the key to unlocking tens of millions in revenue? At Lockheed Martin, that’s not a hypothetical. John Heyliger, VP of Talent Acquisition & Workforce Transformation, shares how his team recruits high-stakes technical talent at scale—while avoiding costly hiring mistakes and proving their value in terms business leaders a…

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How Authenticity Earns You Instant Respect (CEO Ryan Stana, RWS Global) 35:05

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He had the talent to chase Broadway fame. But he saw something even bigger. Instead of staying in the spotlight, Ryan Stana, CEO of RWS Global, decided to build an entire world behind the scenes—one that now creates over a MILLION unforgettable moments every single day: 🚢 Cruise ships 🎢 Theme parks 🎭 Broadway 🏟️ Stadiums 🌍 Seven offices around the …

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Cory Procter tells Bill Parcells stories, talks private Equity success & grunge band vibes 53:52

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In this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Peanut and Roman sit down with former offensive lineman Cory Procter, who shares the unexpected turns his life has taken since leaving the field. Cory dives into his “Welcome to the NFL” moment and recalls battling Peanut in what would be his final NFL game. Cory also shares stories of playing for the le…

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CEO of the #2 Coffee Chain in the World (Costa Coffe's Philippe Schaillee) 36:11

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☕ Bold taste. Bold leadership. Leading a global coffee powerhouse is no small feat—especially when your brand ranks among the world’s most influential: 🌎 Over 4,100 stores across 37 countries 👥 More than 20,000 employees worldwide 🥤 Thousands of innovative self-serve Costa Express machines 🏆 #2 largest coffeehouse chain globally 🇬🇧 #1 coffee chain …

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Google 3:39:30

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We tell the story of the single greatest business ever created: Google search. From its origins as a Stanford research project called BackRub, Google became the front door to the internet. Today it’s an essential service for over half the world, and one that generates more profit than ANY other US company — more than Apple, Microsoft, or Berkshire …

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Chambers as Catalysts for Economic Change 29:30

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What’s the future of chambers in driving economic growth? In this episode, Tim Giuliani talks with Sheree Anne Kelly, President & CEO of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, about how chambers are evolving to strengthen operations, build talent pipelines, and lead regional change. Get insights into how these trends impact Orlando—and …

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Isaiah Stanback talks Bill Belichick vs Tom Coughlin, his WWE tryouts, landing the GMFB gig 50:37

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Super Bowl champion and versatile NFL athlete Isaiah Stanback joins Peanut and Roman to share his remarkable journey from the NFL to WWE to GMFB. He opens up about the challenges and mindset required to constantly switch positions during his NFL career. Isaiah also takes us inside his surprisin…

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The Cirque du Soleil Comeback - Duncan Fisher, Chief Show Operatations Officer 52:32

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Cirque du Soleil fell—then made a HUGE comeback that no one saw coming. Enter Duncan Fisher, Chief Show Operations Officer. One of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands. Gone. Zero revenue. 5,000+ employees let go. Bankrupt. But instead of folding, they reimagined everything. 🔥 8 touring shows relaunched in just 18 months 🔥 Empowered teams o…

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How IKEA Maintains a Shockingly Low Turnover Rate with US Chief People Officer Neena Potenza 25:01

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How is IKEA keeping voluntary turnover under 23%—in an industry where 40-60% is the norm? In this episode, Neena Potenza, Chief People Officer at IKEA US, reveals the values-first approach that drives co-worker loyalty, leadership development, and cultural consistency across thousands of frontline and corporate team members. Neena shares: How IKEA …

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The Robot-Powered Future is Here - CEO Brain Corp, David Pinn 38:37

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The Robot-Powered Future Is Here. When David Pinn, Brain Corp, stepped in as CEO —the company behind the world’s largest autonomous mobile robot fleet—he didn’t just scale innovation... ...he scaled belief. They've unleashed the power of 40,000 robots around the world... 250 billion square feet cleaned and scanned $190 million raised. One big lesso…

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Chris Gronkowski talks growing up with 4 NFL playing brothers, getting a Shark Tank deal, Ice Shaker empire 45:33

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by former running back Chris Gronkowski. Chris discusses what it was like growing up with five brothers, four of which played in the NFL. He also explains How he defied the odds to make it to the NFL. Later, he explains what it was like playing with Tony Romo, and the deman…

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Inside Southwest Airlines' "High-Tech, High-Touch" 200-Person Recruiting Machine with Greg Muccio, Managing Director of Talent Acquisition 28:37

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Southwest Airlines has a team of 200 people whose sole responsibility is to source the company’s “secret sauce”: its people. That team’s leader? Greg Muccio, who started his career as a struggling salesman—before pivoting to agency recruiting and eventually joining Southwest in 2001. It took him seven tries to land his first leadership role, but th…

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"Make Skullcandy Win Again" - CEO Skullcandy Brian Garofalow 43:04

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Skullcandy… he reimagined it. First week on the job at Skullcandy, Brian Garofalow scheduled a meeting called: “Teach Brian how headphones work.” Not a tech guy. Not an audio engineer. But a punk-rock marketer turned Silicon Valley founder turned private equity turnaround pro— And the new CEO of Skullcandy. What happened next? He did the unthinkabl…

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Jeff Allen says Andy Reid is the GOAT, talks landing on Oprah’s Favorite Things list, his budding cookie empire 49:28

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Super Bowl champion and offensive lineman Jeff Allen joins Peanut and Roman. Jeff takes it back to his roots in Chicago, where he began his football journey at King College Prep. He reflects on what it was like growing up in the city and the stark contrast between Chicago’s football culture and…

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The 2 Skills That Make or Break HR Careers in 2025 with Ciara Harrington, CPO of Skillsoft 22:46

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Most HR leaders want a seat at the table. But what does it take to get there? As the Chief People Officer at Skillsoft—and a former consultant for brands like Comcast, Johnson & Johnson, and Coca-Cola—Ciara Harrington believes the best CPOs think like business executives first, and HR leaders second. In this episode, she explains what true transfor…

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Chaos is Fuel - CEO of TekniPlex, Eldon Schaffer 38:45

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“We eat chaos for breakfast.” That’s the mindset Eldon Schaffer, CEO of TekniPlex, instills across 9,000 employees in 13 countries. On his first day, they lost one of their top five customers. Instead of blaming or panicking, Eldon...rallied the team to innovate fast— launching a new product and outpacing the competition in just 150 days. Since the…

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Let’s Retire Retirement - Derek Coburn, Bestelling Author 44:52

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What if everything you believed about retirement… was wrong? Discover vital insights from Derek Coburn—author, wealth advisor, entrepreneur, co-founder of CADRE, an exclusive “un-networking” community for top business leaders, and now of the bold new book, Let’s Retire Retirement. He challenges the outdated notion that your best years come after yo…

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Vick Ballard talks going from JUCO to the NFL to an aeronautical engineer at Lockheed Martin 33:21

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Colts running back Vick Ballard joins Peanut and Roman to share his remarkable journey. Vick opens up about starting his football career at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College before making it to Mississippi State and eventually being drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2012. He reflects …

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How this HR Team Supports 100,000 Employees Across 20,000 Sites by “Walking in Their Shoes” | ABM Industries CHRO Raúl Valentín 21:56

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What happens when your frontline workforce spans 20,000 locations—and your clients control the environment? Raúl Valentín, EVP & CHRO of ABM Industries – one of the world’s largest providers of facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions – explains how he keeps people-first leadership at the heart of a massive, distributed workforce. From l…

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"Failure Built Me" - COO Consoldated Communications/Fidium Fiber's - Gaurav Juneja 38:47

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What if failure unlocks everything? COO Gaurav Juneja didn’t climb the ladder—he took the hard route no one wanted… and built the ladder himself. He failed early. He raised his hand for the toughest projects. He switched industries. He even coached squash at Harvard before becoming COO of a national fiber infrastructure company (Consolidated Commun…

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The Steve Ballmer Interview 2:59:20

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We sit down with Steve Ballmer, the legendary former Microsoft CEO and owner of the LA Clippers, for an epic conversation covering his 34 years at Microsoft. Steve listened to our Microsoft episodes and had some thoughts to share — and boy, did he deliver. Steve takes us point-by-point through the original IBM DOS deal that started everything, how …

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Tim Brown talks almost playing for the Cowboys, Top-5 all-time receivers, being Arena League commissioner 58:17

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NFL Players: Second Acts hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with legendary Raiders wide receiver Tim Brown for a candid reflection of his Hall of Fame career. Starting with his iconic NFL debut kick return touchdown in 1988, Brown recounts the highs and lows of his 17-year professional campaign -- all but one of which being in silver an…

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Big Tuna Fights Back - Chicken of the Sea President, Andy Mecs 38:11

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How do you revive a 100-year-old brand… without playing it safe? Andy Mecs, President of Chicken of the Sea, didn’t just inherit a legacy—he reshaped it. But not by chasing trends. Not by copying the competition. And definitely not by playing defense. Instead, he made a series of bold moves that most would’ve avoided— And in the process, turned a f…

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Marcus Lemonis: HR Absolutely Deserves a Seat at the Table—But Only If They Do This 25:56

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Most CEOs say people are their most important asset. Marcus Lemonis lives it. The Camping World CEO, Beyond Executive Chairman, and host of “The Fixer” on Fox shares why HR and Talent Acquisition leaders play such critical decision-making roles at his companies – and what up-and-coming HR and TA pros must do to earn their CEO’s trust. He also opens…

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Telling Doesn't Work - COO of Carolina Handling, Joe Perkins 51:16

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Warehouse Unrest. 3 AM. T-shirt soaked in sweat. Alone. That’s where Joe Perkins, now COO of Carolina Handling, found himself early in his career —after pushing team productivity too far, too fast. 💥 His team walked out. But instead of doubling down, Joe went back in—this time with humility. Together, they rewrote the rules. Built a new plan. And b…

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Ben Utecht talks miracle journey, sustaining a concussion on Hard Knocks, and Tony Dungy’s impact 48:39

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion Ben Utecht joins Peanut and Roman. Ben reflects on the moments that led to his NFL career and credits Tony Dungy for giving him his shot in the league. He shares what it was like competing with Peyton Manning and tells a story that sums up what it was like playing with him. Ben ope…

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The #1 Mistake HR Leaders Make with “Best Practices” | Beverly Propst, Graybar’s SVP - Human Resources 22:13

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Have you ever seen a leader enthusiastically roll out a “best practice”–without asking whether those practices actually fit the organization? In this episode of Talent All-Stars, Beverly Propst, SVP - Human Resources at Fortune 500 electrical and tech distributor Graybar, shares why even the most widely accepted strategies can fail if they don’t al…

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Leadership Flex - CEO, Kӧrber Business Area Supply Chain, Americas, Ananta Islam 31:05

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Flex. Adapt. Win. That’s the playbook for Ananta Islam, CEO at Körber Supply Chain Americas, who’s scaling a global operation with one mission: Build teams that trust, strategies that empower, and a culture that moves at the speed of change. Here’s what stood out in our conversation: 👉 Why leadership must flex across generations—even down to emojis…

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Lives Saved 📡 - ClearPath, Inc, President Nicole Robinson 33:46

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Lifeline in a War Zone 📡 Nicole Robinson, President of DataPath, shares the harrowing moment when her team’s satellite system—the world’s largest fleet of defense-certified terminals—helped civilians escape to safety.... ...in the middle of a war. ⚠️ This wasn’t luck. It was leadership. And for Nicole and her team, saving lives isn’t a one-time sto…

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Ed McCaffrey talks pregame superstitions, lessons from Jerry Rice, and the play that still replays in his mind 1:13:14

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, three-time Super Bowl champion Ed McCaffrey joins Peanut and Roman. Ed looks back at Super Bowl 50, where he served as a color commentator for the radio broadcast, and explains how he earned a fourth Super Bowl ring despite only playing in three. Ed shares what it was like getting cut by the Giants an…

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Is Values-Based Hiring THE Most Effective Culture-Building Tool? Brian Riley, Riot Games 26:24

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What does it take to build a high-performing organization that lives its values—not just plasters them on a poster? Brian Riley, VP of Global Talent Acquisition and HR Shared Services at Riot Games, shares how the gaming company refreshes, embeds, and operationalizes its values across the entire hiring lifecycle. From behavioral interview kits to i…

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Chef Mike Lata - FIG and The Ordinary (James Beard Award-Winner) 1:09:02

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🍴 CHEF’S FIRE. Talent gets you started. Obsession takes you further. But it’s fire and vision that forges a true chef. Mike Lata, James Beard Award-winning chef and founder of Charleston’s celebrated FIG and The Ordinary, didn’t just build restaurants — ...he's built a legacy grounded in passion, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. In…

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Mission Within - President and CEO of Archrock, Brad Childers 38:45

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Some leaders manage. Some leaders survive. A rare few — power the world. Brad Childers, President and CEO of Archrock, doesn’t just lead a company. He fuels the infrastructure that powers modern life — keeping energy flowing when the world needs it most. With over a decade as CEO and a 30-year career at the intersection of energy, innovation, and s…

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Izell Reese talks playing with Cowboys DB legends, Bringing flag football to 2028 Olympics and college sports 40:19

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman welcome former defensive back turned flag football pioneer Izell Reese to the show. Izell shares his journey from undrafted free agent out of University of Alabama-Birmingham to playing with guys like Deion Sanders, Darren Woodson, and Super Bowl MVP Larry Brown on the Dallas Cowboys.…

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How AI Is Redefining “Quality of Hire” with ServiceNow SVP Sarah Tilley 26:07

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What does it look like to evolve your talent strategy while sitting at the center of the AI revolution? Just ask Sarah Tilley. As SVP of Global Talent Management and Acquisition at ServiceNow, Sarah oversees a large-scale but agile operation that processed 1.7 million applications last year alone. In this episode, she shares how her team uses AI no…

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Beat Giants - President of Accruent, Richard Leurig 32:25

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💥 Ever felt like the underdog… and wondered if you could actually win? Richard Leurig, President of Accruent, built an entire career out of beating industry titans — with speed, clarity, and purpose. ✅ Outlasted the mortgage meltdown ✅ Scaled MoneyGram in a federal crisis ✅ Built “The Better Everyday Way” In this bold episode, he shares how to lead…

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Rise Again - CEO of Experity, Dr. David Stern 34:44

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What happens when a doctor, raised to save lives, suddenly finds himself in the high-stakes world of business with no playbook to guide him? Dr. David Stern, CEO of Experity, opens up about his journey from the fast-paced world of urgent care to leading a tech company that serves thousands of clinics across the country. But his isn’t just a story o…

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Warrick Dunn talks move from Falcons player to team’s ownership group, pulling families out of poverty, being a 180 lb. workhorse 48:55

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl running back Warrick Dunn joins Peanut and Roman. Warrick describes the meetings he had with Falcons owner Arthur Blank that led to Warrick joining the team’s ownership group. He also discusses his work to eradicate generational poverty by building homes for families in need through hi…

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Google’s Chief Talent & Learning Officer: Why We Develop for Agility, Not Just Ability 23:53

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What if the best way to lead isn’t by having all the answers—but by asking better questions? Brian Glaser, Google’s Vice President and Chief Talent and Learning Officer, shares a leadership philosophy grounded in humility, agility, and experimentation. From his early days at JetBlue Airways to shaping Google’s leadership school, Brian explains how …

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The Hard Conversation - Ovik Health, President and EVP, Shri Parikh 33:54

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The Hard Conversation What if your biggest leadership breakthrough, started with a brutally honest performance review? Well Shri Parikh, didn’t just turn around an underperforming team member—he changed that person’s life. And in return? That person incredibly mentored his teenage son through one of the most difficult chapters of his life. The resu…

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Marty Lyons talks playing for Bear Bryant, the Jim Kelly fight, serving terminally ill children 46:10

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Jets defensive tackle Marty Lyons joins Peanut and Roman. Marty discusses what it was like to play for legendary Alabama coach Paul "Bear" Bryant, and he takes inside the famous goal line stand against Penn St. in the 1979 Sugar Bowl to win the National Championship. Marty then tells stories of…

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Taking Control of Your Talent Pipeline to Unleash Business Growth with Jason Pistulka (HCA Healthcare AVP Turned Consultant) 24:40

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Jason Pistulka didn’t wait for permission—he just started solving the real problem. As AVP of Talent Acquisition at HCA Healthcare, Jason helped scale a recruiting organization that hired hundreds of people per day and turned a fragmented HR operation into a well-oiled, data-driven machine. In this episode, Jason talks about the bold moves he made …

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Calm Crushes Choas - CEO of Odyssey Logistics, Hans Stig Moller 41:48

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What if your biggest leadership advantage… was knowing when to say less? Today’s guest is Hans Stig Moller, CEO of Odyssey Logistics—a global logistics powerhouse that moves freight across 130 countries. But here’s the twist: Hans doesn’t lead with volume. He leads with calm. Curiosity. And radical humility. Raised in Denmark, shaped by gritty expe…

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Epic Systems (MyChart) 3:57:02

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What if we told you that the most important company in US healthcare was run from a farm in rural Wisconsin? And that farm contained the world’s largest subterranean auditorium, as well as Disneyland—style replicas of Hogwarts and the Emerald City? What if we told you that the person who started, runs and owns this establishment has legally ensured…

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Derrick Brooks on his work as an NFL appeals officer, carrying the legacy of Walter Payton & his Mt. Rushmore of life influences 41:21

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Hall of Fame linebacker Derrick Brooks joins hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a discussion far beyond football. Brooks explains his work as an NFL appeals officer and the mentorship the position has allowed him to carry out. Brooks also reflects on the significance of receiving the first ever…

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AI Won’t Take Your HR Job, But THIS Will! Claire MacIntyre, Chief People Officer at Sam’s Club 22:05

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"Aggressive listening." "Favorite self." "Bionic leadership." Claire Macintyre, SVP & Chief People Officer at Sam’s Club, uses several memorable metaphors in this fascinating conversation about technology, culture, and leading people through rapid (and sometimes scary) change. She shares why the best HR leaders are equal parts manager and mentor—…

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Line in the Sand - COO Wedgewood, Stan Howell 39:43

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Where do you draw the line as a leader? Stan Howell, a pharmaceutical powerhouse with 25+ years at giants like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Novartis, shares a powerful message. He's now risen to the corner office as COO at Wedgewood holding true to his personal values and guiding principles. Wedgewood is the largest US veterinary compounding pharm…

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Steven Jackson talks being the Rams all-time leading rusher, why he wore #39, starting a barber school and apparel company 45:00

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl running back Steven Jackson joins hosts Peanut and Roman. Steven discusses his running style and shares the types of running plays that helped him become the Rams all-time leader in rushing yards. He also explains the significance behind wearing jersey number 39 and how it felt to lose…

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Empowering HR and TA to Think Strategically with a “Founder’s Mindset” | Claire Berkley, Poshmark 22:23

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The best talent acquisition leaders don’t just get great people in the door—they motivate them to “think like owners”. That’s been the mantra for Claire Berkley during her time as Head of Talent Acquisition at Poshmark–a leading fashion resale marketplace that’s navigated an IPO, acquisition, and major market shifts. In this episode, Claire shares …

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Empathy Builds Empires - CEO of Accanto Health, Tom Britton 32:44

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Powerful Healing Force Dr. Tom Britton, CEO of Accanto Health, shares how his personal experience with addiction and recovery has shaped his approach to leadership. He's powerfully leveraged it to build a thriving culture at Accanto Health, the parent company of the Emily Program and Gather Behavioral Health. They focus on treating those impacted b…