Best Penny Walker Podcasts (2025)

Feeling like something's missing? Craving more purpose and fulfillment? Today, we're joined by Rick Walker, a successful entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, and author of the upcoming book, Nine Steps to Build a Life of Meaning. Rick believes that universal truths whisper to us from all corners of life – from ancient texts to modern physics. He shares …

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#109 To Fail 7:16

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Failure - what do you think off and how do you feel when you hear that word? What is failure wasn't a bad thing? Let's talk about it. You will want to make sure you have listened to episode #108 To Leap before you listen to this one.By Penny Walker

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Stop Perception Bias with Hyper-Personalization 32:37

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What is perception bias, and why does it matter, and how does hyper-personalization stop bias? Perception bias is our tendency to interpret people and behaviors based on our own filters—whether that’s age, gender, role, or past experience. We don’t mean to do it. But we all do. It’s fast, automatic, and often subconscious. Here’s the catch: Bias do…

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#108 To Leap 7:13

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Today I am sharing what I learned but jumping off a 40 foot pole into the air! It was amazing. Take a listen.By Penny Walker

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Making Lasting Change A Reality With Barb Grant 25:15

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Many organizations find it difficult to execute and keep up with various changes in their culture or processes, especially if longstanding traditions are already set in stone. Change management specialist Barb Grant is here to discuss how to make lasting change stick and encourage everyone not to revert to their old ways. Joining Penny Zenker, Barb…

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#107 Learning 4:10

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How would you describe learning? Today I am quoting characters from Orson Scott Card's book Visitors to talk about what it means to learn.By Penny Walker

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#106 The Power of the Ordinary 5:37

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What if I told you that the most successful people, the people doing extraordinary things, are just ordinary people? That they are the same as you and me - ordinary. That's what we are talking about today.By Penny Walker

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Dr. Tracy Gapin On Increasing Productivity Through Better Gut Health 21:26

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It is often said that our gut has the ability to tell us all kinds of things, especially when it comes to improving our health. To live our best lives, we must learn to understand the undeniable connection between gut health and our overall performance. Penny Zenker sits down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, an expert in men’s health optimization and longevit…

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#105 What To Do With Our Mistakes 5:48

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Mistakes happen. We all make them. Did you listen to episodes 101 and 102? You heard mine. So what do we do with them? How do we react?By Penny Walker

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Do What Matters Most: A Leadership Guide To Reclaiming Your Time With Rob Shallenberger 27:49

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Transform your daily life from chaotic to controlled as we delve into the powerful practice of prioritizing what truly matters. In this episode, we sit down with Rob Shallenberger, CEO of Becoming Your Best Global Leadership and former F-16 pilot, to unpack his groundbreaking strategies from "Do What Matters Most." Rob shares how developing a clear…

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#104 Women - I'm talking to you! 10:00

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Today's episode is about the role of women and our relationship with men.By Penny Walker

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The Buy-In Advantage: Boosting Employee Engagement With Dave Garrison 29:15

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Creating genuine employee engagement and quality leadership in today's evolving workplace demands more than just lip service; it requires a fundamental shift in how we perceive and interact with our teams. In this episode, Penny Zenker dives deep into the heart of fostering buy-in and dismantling the barriers that prevent true engagement with Dave …

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#103 Alignment 11:12

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Have you ever been to a gun range and tried hitting a target? Today I share my experience doing just that and what I learned from it.By Penny Walker

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What's Truly Possible? Discover The Secrets To Success When You Go All In With Drew Berman 28:28

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Going "all in" on your goals is the key to unlocking what's truly possible in life. In this episode, we dive into that very concept with Drew Berman, an international speaker, bestselling author, and Peak Performance strategist, exploring the transformative power of full commitment. With three decades of experience empowering professionals, Drew sh…

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#102 How Long Do You Want to Cry? 8:29

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Big Emotions - today we are talking about what triggers them and a strategy that can help us deal with them.By Penny Walker

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The Micromanagement Trap: You've Hired Well, Now Trust Them 23:17

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Micromanagement can feel like you're doing the right thing, but often it's a hidden form of self-sabotage that stifles growth and drains your energy. In this episode, we're diving deep into the pitfalls of micromanagement with Mickie Kennedy, Founder and President of eReleases, a leader in press release distribution with 26 years of experience help…

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#101 What's Next? 8:22

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What is next for you in your life? What do you see happening in the next few years? How are you preparing? Today I am sharing 3 things you can do to prepare for whatever is coming next for you.By Penny Walker

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Beyond Busyness: Busting The "Busy Equals Successful" Myth With Peggy Sullivan 27:47

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In a world obsessed with constant activity, true productivity often gets lost in the chaos of busyness. This episode features Peggy Sullivan, a keynote speaker, author, consultant, and trusted researcher, who joins us to unravel the myth that "busy equals successful" and dives deep into the concept of "time poverty." Peggy, author of Beyond Busynes…

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#100 Live Your Truth 9:04

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100 Episodes! I can't believe we are here already. This episdoe is titled "Live Your Truth" and I actually don't like that statement at all. Listen in to find out why and what I am actually wanting you to know.By Penny Walker

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Unsubscribe: You’re Wired to Hold On, It’s time to Let go. 6:14

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Why do we hold onto habits, relationships, and beliefs that no longer serve us? Penny Zenker talks about the brain, emotional attachment, cognitive biases, and habits - this episode challenges you to unsubscribe to create more space for what matters Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-…

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#99 Doing Hard Things 9:17

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What is the value of doing hard things? What hard things have you done in your life? What hard thing is next for you?By Penny Walker

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#98 If Someone Else Was In Charge 4:18

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Today I will lead you through an interesting thought exercise. I don't want to spoil it by sharing it here. So take a listen!By Penny Walker

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#97 Goals, Habits and Systems 8:19

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Today we are talking about improving our lives with goals, habits and systems. If you want to learn more and really dig in, read or listen to James Clear's book Atomic Habits.By Penny Walker

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#96 Who Are You? 8:43

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Who are you? How do you identify? Today we are talking about the power of identity and belonging.By Penny Walker

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You Are Your Greatest Asset: Recognizing, Owning, And Honing Your Value With Robyn Hatcher 32:52

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Recognizing your value is just the beginning—owning it while honing it is where real growth happens. In this episode, host Penny Zenker sits down with Robyn Hatcher, communication expert, keynote speaker, and former soap opera writer, to discuss how personal and professional growth come from fully embracing your strengths. Robyn shares how drama—bo…

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#95 You Know Enough 6:27

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Are you struggling moving forward because you think you don't know what to do? Are you stuck in indecision? You know enough to act. Need help figuring it out? I can help you. Book a session today!By Penny Walker

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#94 The Space Where Agency Lives 10:21

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Today we are talking about stimulus and response. The space inbetween is where choice happens. This is so important to know and understand!By Penny Walker

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#93 Overwhelm 10:32

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We have all experienced overwhelm and will experience it again in the future. Today I share what causes overwhelm and 4 tips to help us when we are overwhelmed. Would you like help balancing your life? I can help you. Click HereBy Penny Walker

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Things Work -Until They Don’t: Why Best Practices Fail and The Secret to Staying Ahead 13:10

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#92 Finding Balance 7:32

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When you hear someone talk about balance, what do you think? Let me give you a new perspective! Want help finding balance in your life? I can help. Click hereBy Penny Walker

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How To Manage The Gen Z Workforce With Steven Robertson 30:36

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The Gen Z workforce is an extremely unique and complicated group of people. They have grown up in an age where access to information is almost unlimited, have a vastly different idea of loyalty, and yet possess an ardent desire to understand their purpose in life. Generational expert Steven Robertson joins Penny Zenker to talk about the right way t…

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#91 Slow Down 8:17

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When life gets crazy and the unexpected happens, we tend to want to sped up. Today we are talking about slowing down and focusing on what matters most. I share a quote from Dieter Uchtdort in this episode. If you want to read or listen or watch the entire talk this quote was taken from, you can find it here: Of Things That Matter Most…

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The Hidden Cost of Disconnection: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others 17:01

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This show will be changing its name to Time to Reset-Stay tuned. Connect with me to go deeper into this topic of connection as this months theme accross my newsletters and other posts. Read and Subscribe here https://pennyzenker.substack.com/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast…

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#90 What Are You Jealous Of? 6:19

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What are you jealous of? Our jealous can be a compass, a guide - pointing us to what we really want. And when you know what you really want, you can go after it!By Penny Walker

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Creating A Culture Of Trust And Innovation with Scott Springer 27:04

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Want to build a company culture that fosters trust, innovation, and growth? Join Penny Zenker and Scott Springer, President of Chelwood Consulting Group, as they explore the key elements of a thriving workplace culture. Discover how to define your core values, ensure they are lived every day, and create an environment where employees feel valued an…

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#89 Responsibility and Adventure 6:15

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Today I'm talking about responsibility and adventure - they are the same! I talk about 2 books, both I highly recommend: Wild at Heart, Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul by John Eldredge Captivating, Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul by John and Stasi Eldredge Regardless of your gender, read both. I found it helpful to read Wild at Heart…

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Escaping The Urgency Fallacy With Anne Marie Anderson 25:15

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Is the urgency fallacy stealing your dreams? Do not let it gain power over you! Join Penny Zenker and three-time Emmy award-winning broadcaster, keynote speaker, and author Anne Marie Anderson as they explore how to break free from the tyranny of urgency. Anne Marie, author of Cultivating Audacity – Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win, shares powe…

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#88 My Plants and the Reminder 6:39

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Sometimes the things we do or observe in life are our best teachers. This last month, my interaction with my plants brought home a great reminder about the way I interact with others.By Penny Walker

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#87 Your Work To Do 5:38

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Today's episode is inspired by Jordan Peterson (if you aren't familiar with him, you should be!). We each have something unique to offer to make the world better. We have an obligation to make manifest the best in us.By Penny Walker

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Embrace Your Best Self: Invincible, Not Invisible With Fiona Lambert 24:54

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Despite the many unfair limitations society, you must never succumb to them and become just another average person. Do whatever you can to not be invisible but instead become truly invincible at any age. Join Penny Zenker for an inspiring conversation with Fiona Lambert, author of Invincible Not Invisible: Change Your Body And Your Mindset in 90 Da…

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#86 Pride, But Not What You Think 5:13

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Are you proud of you? That was a question that came to me this week. Let me tell you about my experience. Are you ready to level up your life? I can show you how! Book Today!By Penny Walker

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Growth Mindset Reimagined In Uncertain Times With Dr. Rebecca Homkes 26:50

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In order to survive the most trying and uncertain times in your life, you must learn how to embrace a growth mindset to unlock new ways to approach every obstacle along your path. In this episode, high-growth strategy specialist Dr. Rebecca Homkes joins Penny Zenker for a dynamic discussion on how leaders should embrace change, challenge assumption…

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#85 Let's Do This Together! 5:29

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We need to develop ourselves, to grow and develop ourselves in our independence - AND we need to do this with others. Want some help with your 2025 goals? I can do this with you. Book a call today!By Penny Walker

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#84 2025 Is Going To Be Awesome! 3:58

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Are you ready? Ready or not the New Year is here? How is going to be for you? I don't know what glitch that made this not post correctly. Hopefully it works now!By Penny Walker

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Living The Joy-Success Cycle With Kevin Surace 26:45

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The joy-success cycle is a powerful concept that will allow you to approach life and work in a more positive and purposeful way. In this episode, Penny Zenker sits down with Kevin Surace, Silicon Valley innovator, serial entrepreneur, and the father of the Virtual Assistant, to explore how joy and success are interconnected. He offers practical tip…

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#83 Loaves and Fishes 3:50

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We all needed to be reminded of our part and God's part. What better time to talk about that than at Christmas!By Penny Walker

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#82 When It Doesn't Go the Way We Want 4:41

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The holidays are upon us. Do you have high expections? What happens when they are not met?By Penny Walker

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Work Backwards And Reclaim Your Life With Tim Duggan 35:14

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If you feel your life is revolving solely on your work, you are doomed to experience burnout and lose sight of your true purpose. Tim Duggan is here to discuss how you can work backwards and gain a more positive perception of your career. Joining Penny Zenker, he shares how to evaluate your MAP – meaning, anchors, and priorities – to enrich your ca…

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#81 What Do They Do? 7:01

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Today I share a question we can ask ourselves as we think forward to setting our goals for 2025. Are you ready? Yeah - me neither. But today's episode can help.By Penny Walker