Best Gino Degregori Podcasts (2025)

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Finding Your Voice: Overcoming Speaking Anxiety and Leading with Authentic Presence with Jimmy Cannon 40:13

4d ago40:13

40:13

🎙️ What if your greatest leadership asset wasn’t what you say, but how you say it? In this insightful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori speaks with Jimmy Cannon, public speaking coach, behavioral therapist, and former professional jazz musician, about how to find—and own—your authentic voice as a leader. Drawing from his journ…

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Leading with 'We': Kyle McDowell, WSJ Bestselling Author, on the 10 Principles to Build a Culture of Excellence 44:56

11d ago44:56

44:56

In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Kyle McDowell, Wall Street Journal bestselling author and leadership expert, to reveal how shifting from a command-and-control style to a "we over me" mindset can transform your leadership and your organization. Kyle shares his inspiring journey of overcoming bu…

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The Leadership Superpower Most Leaders Overlook: Mastering Deep Listening with Oscar Trimboli 41:04

25d ago41:04

41:04

🎙️ What if the key to transformational leadership wasn’t speaking more, but listening better? In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Oscar Trimboli, bestselling author and host of the award-winning Deep Listening podcast, to explore the profound impact of listening in leadership. With experience guid…

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The Future of Leadership: Why Courage, Clarity, and Compassion Build Unshakable Trust with Dr. Laura Ciel 41:39

1M ago41:39

41:39

In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori welcomes Dr. Laura Ciel, transformational mentor, clinical psychologist, and guide for visionary leaders. With a doctorate in psychology, an MBA, and over 30 years of experience, Dr. Ciel shares how her leadership philosophy was forever changed after the sudden loss of her mother 23 ye…

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Unlock High-Performing Teams Through Honest Communication & Emotional Safety with guest Steven Gaffney 40:13

1M ago40:13

40:13

In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Steven Gaffney, a globally recognized expert on change management, communication, and team performance. They discuss the crucial role of honest communication in building high-achieving teams and how emotional safety is the foundation of effective leadership. As the autho…

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How to Lead Yourself First: Mastering Emotional & Authentic Leadership with Valarie Sandjivy 42:36

2M ago42:36

42:36

What if the key to leading others starts with how you lead yourself? In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Valarie Sandjivy, adaptive leadership mentor and business coach, to unpack what modern leadership really looks like. Valarie reveals how true leadership begins from within and why emotional int…

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Thrive in Your Career: Overcoming Workplace Challenges & Difficult Bosses with Eric Charran 40:36

2M ago40:36

40:36

Struggling with toxic workplaces or difficult bosses? This episode of The Kind Leader Podcast is for you! Host Gino Degregori sits down with Eric Charran, a tech executive with 25+ years of experience in digital innovation and AI strategies. Eric shares powerful insights from his book Have You Ever Had a Boss That... Succeeding in a Dysfunctional W…

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How to Build a Thriving Workplace Culture with Rose Ann Garza 34:27

2M ago34:27

34:27

Want to create a workplace where employees thrive, stay, and feel truly valued? In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, Rose Ann Garza, award-winning HR executive and Chief Human Resources Officer at Kerbey Lane, shares actionable insights on fostering a culture that attracts and retains top talent. You’ll learn: How corporate kindness directly…

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Stop Managing, Start Leading: Why Creating Self-Accountability Culture Outperforms Traditional Authority with guest Susan Inouye 44:26

2M ago44:26

44:26

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, Gino Degregori interviews Susan Inouye, a transformational executive coach, about the evolving nature of leadership in today's workplaces. They discuss the importance of kindness, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence in leadership, particularly in engaging younger generations like Millennials and Ge…

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'I Knew on Day One I Made the Wrong Choice': How Career Missteps Led to Extraordinary Success with guest Katie O'Malley 42:33

3M ago42:33

42:33

Katie O'Malley, founder of Encouraged Coaching, shared her fascinating career journey from political science graduate to career coach and leadership educator. After working in political campaigns, nonprofits like the Innocence Project, and commercial real estate, she discovered her true calling in helping others navigate their careers. In 2018, she…

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The MOSAIC Method: A Revolutionary Framework for Authentic Leadership Development with guest Irene Riad 41:17

3M ago41:17

41:17

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Irene Riad, a transformational leader and coach with over 30 years of experience. Irene shares her unique multicultural background, having lived in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UK, and UAE, which shaped her perspective on leadership and culture. She introduces her Mosaic Integra…

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Why Kind Leadership Doesn't Mean Weak Leadership: A Senior Executive's Perspective with guest Dr. Karen Hills Pruden 38:52

3M ago38:52

38:52

Dr. Karen Hills Pruden, founder of Pruden Global Business Solutions Consulting and the Sister Leaders Community, shares her journey from frontline work to C-suite leadership over a 29-year career spanning six industries. She discusses paying $350/hour for mentorship early in her career, which helped her transition into senior leadership. Dr. Pruden…

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Stop Your Team From Asking 'What Should I Do?' - A Leader's Guide to Empowerment with guest Chris Seifert 38:20

4M ago38:20

38:20

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Christopher Seifert, founder of Enabling Empowerment and author of a book by the same name. Chris shares his 20+ years of experience across various industries, including the U.S. Navy submarine force and manufacturing leadership roles. The conversation centers on decision-ma…

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Your Team's Hidden Voices: Lessons from NASA's Communication Transformation with guest Dr. Laura Gallaher 36:22

4M ago36:22

36:22

In this conversation, Dr. Laura Gallaher, an organizational psychologist and transformational leader, discusses the importance of radical self-acceptance in leadership. She emphasizes that true kindness in leadership comes from a place of self-love and emotional awareness. Dr. Gallaher shares her experiences working with organizations like NASA and…

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The Three A's of Effective Leadership: Authenticity, Autonomy, and Accountability with guest Andrea Wanerstrand 36:45

4M ago36:45

36:45

In this conversation, Andrea Wanerstrand, a leadership coach and founder of A3 Culture Lab, discusses the importance of kind leadership, emphasizing the difference between being nice and being kind. She shares insights on navigating performance reviews, the significance of a growth mindset, and the cultural nuances that impact leadership styles glo…

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The Power of Parental Leadership: Building Tomorrow's Kind Leaders Today with guest Delisa Abraham 39:59

5M ago39:59

39:59

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori speaks with Delisa Abraham, an award-winning keynote speaker and expert in women's leadership and youth empowerment. Delisa shares her journey of discovering kind leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy and reflection in leadership roles. She discusses her experiences in the …

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Eat Your Slice of Pie: Redefining Kind Leadership in Business with guest Garrett Delph 38:27

5M ago38:27

38:27

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori welcomes Garrett Delph, founder of ClarityOps, to discuss the essence of kind leadership. They explore Garrett's journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, the importance of empathy and emotional intelligence in leadership, and the significance of managed expectations. Garrett…

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The Quantum Leap: Rewiring Your Brain in Seconds, Not Years with guest Mark Scherer 37:55

6M ago37:55

37:55

In this conversation, Gino and Mark explore the essence of kind leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy, self-awareness, and honesty in leadership roles. Mark shares his personal journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a coach, highlighting the transformative power of kindness and the Quantum Leap Technique. The discussion delve…

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The Steel Fist in the Velvet Glove: Mastering 'Gentle Firmness' as a Kind Leader with guest Andrew Abela 32:47

7M ago32:47

32:47

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Andrew Abela, founding dean of the Busch School of Business at Catholic University and author of "Super Habits: The Universal Systems for a Successful Life." Abela shares insights on kind leadership, the science of habit formation, and how certain "super habits" can lead to …

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The Serendipity Factor: How Unplanned Opportunities Shaped a Tech Leader's Career with guest Kevin Briggs 29:11

8M ago29:11

29:11

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Kevin Briggs, Vice President of the Public Sector at AvePoint. Kevin shares his unique career journey, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, adaptability, and serendipity. He discusses his perspective on kind leadership, highlighting empowerment, collaboration, empathy, …

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The Trident of Leadership: Learning, Leverage, and Consistency with guest Brian Keith 33:29

8M ago33:29

33:29

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, Gino Degregori interviews Brian Keith, a general manager at Microsoft US Federal, discussing the essence of kind leadership. Brian shares insights from his military background and corporate experience, emphasizing the importance of empathy, a growth mindset, and the triad of leadership: learning, leverage…

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The Triple Win: How Kind Leadership Transforms Organizations with guest Dr. Janice McLaughlin George 32:08

9M ago32:08

32:08

This episode of the Kind Leader podcast features Dr. Janice McLaughlin George, a leadership and organizational culture strategist. Dr. McLaughlin George discusses her background in telecommunications and cybersecurity, and her transition into leadership consulting. She emphasizes the importance of kind leadership, which involves respecting and cari…

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Balancing Direction and Adaptability in Leadership with guest Denis McFarlane 30:47

9M ago30:47

30:47

Denis McFarlane, founder and CEO of Infinitive, shares his insights on being a kind leader. He emphasizes the importance of genuinely caring about the people on your team and wanting them to be successful and enjoy their work. McFarlane discusses the core values and expectations at Infinitive, and the importance of having fun. He also talks about t…

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Building Trust and Creating a Culture of Kindness with guest Daniel Stoian 32:52

10M ago32:52

32:52

In this enlightening episode of the Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Danny Stoian, a director at the US Department of State with over two decades of experience in both private and public sectors. Danny shares his journey and insights on kind leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy, accountability, and caring for team me…

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Feel to Heal with guest Phil Kreutzer 35:03

11M ago35:03

35:03

In today's conversation, Gino interviews Phil Kreutzer, a transformational coach and speaker, about his leadership style and the concept of being a kind leader. Phil shares his background in mindfulness and how he discovered the importance of inner work in becoming a kind leader. They discuss the idea of flow and how it relates to leadership, creat…

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Creating a Culture of Operations Empathy with guest Jonathan Mills 34:22

11M ago34:22

34:22

Jonathan Mills, a corporate culture specialist, discusses the concept of operations empathy and its role in creating a kind and empathetic leadership culture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and practicing empathy both internally and externally, and how it can lead to healthier and more fulfilling work environments. Jonathan also envi…

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The Kind Leader with guest Debra Cox 34:14

11M ago34:14

34:14

Debra Cox, the managing director at Apotheosis, shares her background and experiences in leadership. She emphasizes the importance of kind leadership and the commitment to growth and dedication to the growth of others. Success as a leader means doing the best you can and becoming the best you're capable of. The future of leadership is shifting towa…

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Success and Kindness: Lessons from Aviation and Business with Charlie Bobbish 31:32

12M ago31:32

31:32

In this conversation, Charlie Bobbish, a corporate pilot and flight instructor, shares his experiences and insights on leadership, kindness, and empathy. He discusses his career journey, the importance of kind leadership, and the impact of empathy in various industries. The conversation also delves into the significance of clear communication, trus…

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The Kind Leader with guest Mike Taylor of Innovative-E 31:56

1y ago31:56

31:56

In this conversation, Mike Taylor, the founder and CEO of Innovative E, shares insights on kind leadership, empathy, and the impact of AI on leadership and project management. The discussion delves into the importance of understanding and supporting individuals, the human aspects of leadership, and the evolving role of project managers in the age o…

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The Kind Leader with guest Matt Urbowicz 29:51

1y ago29:51

29:51

In this conversation, Gino interviews Matt Urbowicz, the executive director at Bravo Consulting Group, about his professional journey and leadership style. They discuss the concept of a kind leader, which Matt defines as someone who embodies empathy, understanding, and passion in their leadership style. They also explore the importance of trust, co…

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The Kind Leader with guest Jay Leask 36:29

1y ago36:29

36:29

In this episode of the Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Jay Leask, a principal technical architect at the DC area Microsoft Technology Center. They discuss the importance of leading with kindness and empathy in both personal and professional relationships. Jay emphasizes the need for authentic self-expression and true empathy in …

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The Kind Leader with guest Jessica King 40:41

1y ago40:41

40:41

Jessica King, CEO of GeoSisu, shares her journey and insights on leading with kindness. Growing up on a farm and in a religious home, Jessica learned the importance of kindness and empathy from a young age. She believes that a kind leader is someone who listens, understands, and accepts others for who they are. Kindness, to her, is a superpower tha…

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The Kind Leader with guest Schatem Boyd 41:09

1y ago41:09

41:09

In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Schatem Boyd, a kind leader with a passion for inspiring and advocating for others. Schatem shares her personal story of leadership, starting from a young age as the oldest of five children. She emphasizes the importance of listening, authenticity, and validation in leadership. Schatem believes that leader…

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The Kind Leader with guest Javier Vasquez 46:59

1y ago46:59

46:59

In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Javier Vasquez, Vice President of Customer Success Federal at Microsoft, about the concept of kind leadership. They discuss the evolution of leadership styles at Microsoft, the importance of empathy in leadership, and the role that curiosity and belief play in kind leadership. Javier shares personal experi…

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The Kind Leader with guest Nehemias Cerritos 41:41

1y ago41:41

41:41

Summary In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Nehemias Cerritos, also known as Nemo, about his journey as a kind leader. Nemo shares his background growing up in El Salvador and his determination to achieve his dreams. He emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and the impact of treating others with kindness and respect. Nemo also di…

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The Kind Leader with guest Lauren Pennell 47:08

1y ago47:08

47:08

In this episode, host Gino Degregori interviews Lauren Pennell, the COO of Big T Properties, about the concept of kind leadership. They discuss the importance of leading with integrity and sincerity, as well as the role of empathy and curiosity in leadership. Lauren shares lessons she learned from working with horses and how they apply to leadershi…

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The Kind Leader with guest Brian St. Andre 39:12

1y ago39:12

39:12

In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Brian St. Andre, the Director of Workforce Transformation for Booz Allen. They discuss the importance of empathy and caring in leadership, the power of a growth mindset, and the impact of love and values in leading with kindness. Brian shares personal stories and insights on resilience, vulnerability, and …

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The Kind Leader with guest Tim Fisher 37:11

1+ y ago37:11

37:11

In this episode, host Gino Degregori interviews Tim Fisher, president of Aero Elite Flight Training, about the concept of kind leadership. Tim shares his background and explains that kind leadership involves having empathy and understanding for the challenges that people face in their personal and professional lives. He emphasizes the importance of…

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The Kind Leader with guest Sam Valme 32:43

1+ y ago32:43

32:43

Summary In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Sam Valme, a senior director at AvePoint, about the concept of kind leadership. They discuss the importance of understanding individuality in leadership and the role of empathy in leading with kindness. They also explore the impact of diversity and inclusion in leadership and the need for equitable…

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The Kind Leader with guest Doug Keating 35:37

1+ y ago35:37

35:37

In this episode, host Gino DeGregori interviews Doug Keating, founder of All The Way Leadership, about the importance of leading with empathy and kindness. Doug shares his background as an officer in the US Army and his experience in Fortune 500 organizations. He emphasizes the five C's of leadership: competency, confidence, communication, creativi…

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The Kind Leader with guest Ethan Grambow 29:46

1+ y ago29:46

29:46

Summary In this episode, Gino DeGregori interviews Ethan Grambow, a co-founder of an IT consulting firm and a kind leader. They discuss the importance of kind leadership and empathy in the workplace. Ethan shares his experiences and examples of leading with kindness and how it has positively impacted his employees and company. They also discuss the…

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The Kind Leader with guest Jen Diffenderfer 32:11

1+ y ago32:11

32:11

In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Jen Diffenderfer, a technologist and people leader, about the concept of kind leadership. They discuss the intersection of technology and people, the power of perception, and the importance of building diverse teams. Jen shares her experiences of overcoming adversity and the differences between government …

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The Kind Leader with guest Andrew Delfavero 40:54

1+ y ago40:54

40:54

Summary In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Andrew Delfavero, a senior director of business development and a kind leader. Andy shares his background and journey into leadership, starting from his military experience to becoming a capture manager and leading teams. He emphasizes the importance of creating a people-first culture and the chall…

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The Kind Leader with guest Dean Heistad 36:47

1+ y ago36:47

36:47

Summary In this episode, Gino Degregori interviews Dean Heistad, the founder of Amelia Air and VP of technology operations for Vibrant Health. They discuss the importance of leading with kindness in different organizations and cultures. Dean shares his experiences in leading a volunteer organization and incorporating kindness in technology leadersh…

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Welcome to The Kind Leader Podcast! 2:25

1+ y ago2:25

2:25

Welcome to "The Kind Leader Podcast," your essential guide to the transformative power of kind leadership. Hosted by Gino Degregori, this series embarks on a quest to redefine leadership through the lens of empathy, compassion, and integrity. Each episode brings to light the profound impact of kindness in leadership, featuring conversations with a …

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