Best tentwentytwo / Culture Partners Podcasts (2025)

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Tax Laws and Business Behavior 7:33

1d ago7:33

7:33

In today’s episode: The problem with not taxing overtime wages: it cuts jobs. High performers collect the overtime, while low performers lose their positions. In the short-term, this is good for businesses. In the long-term, it's taking people out of the workforce, consumers out of the economy, and creating a larger population on welfare. There's d…

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The War for Talent Is Over 6:37

2d ago6:37

6:37

In today’s episode: A lack of control over scheduling makes employees more likely to quit. Employers already know this. Millions of employees have very little leverage in the workplace right now. In certain parts of Europe, this is less true--work is less of a priority. In America, there's no clear cultural norm around work. CEO Daily Brief is a da…

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Jobs Numbers and Management Transparency 3:41

3d ago3:41

3:41

In today's episode: The percentage of employees who say management cares about them tends to go down after the first few months in a job. There's a mismatch between the expectations and the experince. Employers are finally being more transparent about what they're expecting from new hires--often, high productivity. There's a privilege difference in…

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Revisiting Tariffs 6:14

4d ago6:14

6:14

In today’s episode: Manufacturers don't believe tariffs will affect their prices in the near future--but there will definitely be shortages. Companies are getting creative with finding new sources for materials, but they're looking on a years-long timescale. Tariffs are here to stay at a rational level--not 50% or higher, but the low-level tariffs …

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Newly Announced Tariffs - Jessica on LiveNOW FOX 10:50

5d ago10:50

10:50

In today's episode: President Trump's latest tariffs on the EU and Mexico have a mix of purposes. It's important for leaders to understand those reasons, rather than panic. There are low-level reciprocal tariffs, country-specific tariffs used as leverage for negotiations, Sector-specific tariffs are meant to boost specific industries. Agility is th…

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Big Beautiful Bill 6:25

8d ago6:25

6:25

In this episode: A candid conversation on political hypocrisy, calling out leaders who preach small government but vote for massive spending. A personal reflection on Medicaid cuts and the real-world impact on vulnerable communities. A plug for a deeper, nonpartisan discussion on tariffs with former U.S. trade advisor Kate Kalukowitz. CEO Daily Bri…

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Collaborator vs Negotiator 7:39

9d ago7:39

7:39

In today’s episode: Collaborator vs. negotiator mindsets and how they shape conflict resolution. How trust and transparency impact negotiations and leadership decisions. The unintended effects of messaging, using anti-drug campaigns as a humorous example. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's biggest n…

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Companies Are In Control Again 9:52

10d ago9:52

9:52

In this episode: Companies are dropping the pretense of work-life balance How transparency about demanding cultures—when paired with proper compensation—can attract the right candidates. The double standard in hourly jobs, urging employers to be honest about expectations, and paying fairly for demanding roles. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minut…

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Digital Transformation and Cultural Change 6:04

11d ago6:04

6:04

In today's episode: To achieve transformation of any kind, you need to get people on board. Precisely's Tendü Yogurtçu drives technological change by keeping technical teams aware of business challenges and vice versa, as well as always keeping the customer's perspective in mind. Cross-functional collaboration and consistent recognition help keep p…

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The Truth Behind the Job Market Numbers 7:43

12d ago7:43

7:43

In today’s episode: How the low unemployment rate might be misleading due to declining labor force participation. Signs of an economic slowdown, including layoffs in tech and other industries. How current economic data might not fully reflect people’s real-life experiences. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect t…

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People Can't Find Jobs -- And It's Old News 8:00

16d ago8:00

8:00

In today's episode: Despite low unemployment and good economic numbers, people are still reporting a that it's hard to find a job. That's especially true for young people. July is going to be a time of big layoffs as companies are restructuring around AI and uncertain economic times. Online applications are being screened out by AI; other low-effor…

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RTO Is Over 7:52

17d ago7:52

7:52

In today's episode: We're past "return-to-office." By and large, workers are back in the office or on hybrid schedules. Employer/employee leverage is a matter of supply and demand that changes over time. Right now, most sectors have a larger supply than demand, giving employers more leverage. The supply and demand are only flipped in a few sectors,…

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Cultural Values and Adversity 7:13

18d ago7:13

7:13

In today's episode: Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora meets with 100 random employees every week, taking the pulse of the company. As a result, the people in the company know that he cares. Culture is about what you prioritize when faced with a choice; values are only tested when push comes to shove. In the short-term, standing up for values migh…

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Settling the Four-Day Work Week Debate 6:23

19d ago6:23

6:23

In today's episode: If a company's culture lacks accountability, a four-day work week won't fix things. If a company does have accountability, then a four-day work week won't destroy that. Mandating a four-day work week won't have a guaranteed effect across industries. It's one solution that works in certain places and breaks down in others. For le…

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Tragedy in the Workplace 6:09

22d ago6:09

6:09

In today's episode: In the workplace, we usually see love appear in two kinds of situations: in the face of great success and great tragedy. Grief is the period of transition from what you are to what you're becoming; there are parallels with change management. There's a power in sitting with grief and being present for it, no matter the scale. Acc…

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A Difficult Time For Female Executives 6:50

23d ago6:50

6:50

In today's episode: There's a quiet rolling-back of DEI efforts in corporate America; the leadership pipeline is narrowing. DEI backlash is leading to quiet career edits; resumes being edited to remove pronouns and downplay their LGBTQ+ identities. The problem isn't just about fairness; it's about risk, strategy, and long-term performance. The data…

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Culture Sustains Results 7:12

24d ago7:12

7:12

In today's episode: Post-pandemic, leaders are looking for cost-savings and strong results, not the feel-good culture stuff. But culture is what persists in a company through the long-term; it outlives individual leaders, teams, and circumstances. A good culture captures cost-savings and improves the employee experience. CEO Daily Brief is a daily,…

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Balancing Polarities 5:21

25d ago5:21

5:21

In today's episode: When making decisions, leaders are often balancing multiple factors. In deciding between options, we risk bouncing like a pendulum--romanticizing one side until we finally notice the negatives, then thinking the grass is greener elsewhere and racing to the other extreme. The best solution is often somewhere in the middle; findin…

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Rethinking Overtime Strategy 7:27

26d ago7:27

7:27

In today's episode: Given the huge fixed costs of benefits, the cost of overtime and straight-time for employees tends to be equal. As healthcare costs rise, overtime pay gets comparatively cheaper--and straight-time hours are becoming more expensive. Idle time is a huge expenditure for companies, and it comes in many forms--including staffing to t…

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What CEOs Should Know About Inflation Numbers 6:07

29d ago6:07

6:07

In today's episode: Consumer and producer inflation appear soft, but this isn't the whole story. Low monthly numbers are being pulled down by declining fuel prices. Costs for machinery and vehicles are slowly rising; there's a quiet build of tariff-related cost pressure under the surface. Don't mistake calm for certainty; economic trends take a lon…

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The Biggest Companies Are Cutting Their Workforces 9:03

1M ago9:03

9:03

In today's episode, Jessica discusses the new Wall Street Journal article, ⁠The Biggest Companies Across America Are Cutting Their Workforces⁠: AI advances mean companies can cut broad swaths of middle management to become more efficient. When we asked CEOs if they'd be willing to cut 30-40% of their workforce if they knew the remainder would be de…

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Inconsistent Scheduling and Job Quality 6:08

1M ago6:08

6:08

In today's episode: The data is clear: one of workers' biggest issues is scheduling inconsistency and a lack of power over their working hours. Volatility in scheduling is more than a logistics issue; it's a morale issue. When people have little control over their time, they're checking out emotionally and physically. Predictability can be flexibil…

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Authenticity is Dead 6:38

1M ago6:38

6:38

In today's episode: It's hard to find authentic relationships in the workplace beyond the transactional. Our online interactions with coworkers are increasingly automated and sanitized. Instead of clicking the button for an automated response on LinkedIn or Facebook, consider taking a minute to leave an authentic message. And if you aren't moved, t…

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Consumer Sentiment and Inflation Data - Jessica on Schwab Network 4:36

1M ago4:36

4:36

In today's episode: Preliminary consumer sentiment data shows things are improving. CEOs should be glad for any good news in these difficult times, but it's still like driving through fog. Inflation numbers are still low, but economists expect it to still go up in the coming months. Culture Leaders Daily is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs whe…

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Culture and Acquisition 5:25

1M ago5:25

5:25

In today's episode: To Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora, acquiring a company requires respect for the employees of the acquired company from day one. An acquired company was doing something right in the marketplace before being bought; now, they're part of the same larger team. Palo Alto Networks often gives a financial incentive for the origina…

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AI Analyzing Workplace Interactions 7:03

1M ago7:03

7:03

In today's episode: AI is being implemented across the workplace--Culture Partners recently tested an AI analysis of a leadership call, to interesting results. With AI analyzing conversations, leaders are less able to control the narrative. That may be a good or bad thing. Some important ethical concerns are being glossed over as the AI race contin…

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Fallout From the Musk/Trump Feud 7:51

1M ago7:51

7:51

In today's episode: In the public, messy fight between the world's richest man and the world's most powerful one, it's the American people who lose. There's a strange authenticity to both men that we wouldn't see from other leaders who are better able to control themselves. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect t…

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The Power of Non-Linear Thinking 6:14

1M ago6:14

6:14

In today's episode: Traditionally, we tend toward risk management in life, which leads to less non-linear thinking. To Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora, it's non-linear thinking creates revolutionary concepts. Leadership requires a tremendous amount of self-confidence; asking "if someone can do it, why can't I?" CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-…

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The May Jobs Report - Driving Through the Fog 6:05

1M ago6:05

6:05

In today's episode: The latest jobs report has promising numbers, but there's still widespread uncertainty at all levels of the workplace. Taking a metaphor from Dr. Nela Richardson at ADP: leaders feel like they're driving through fog. To take the metaphor further, Jessica suggests some ways for leaders to: slow down, turn on your low beams, turn …

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Love in the Workplace 3:22

1M ago3:22

3:22

In today's episode: Loving your team doesn't mean coddling and shielding them. It means caring enough to hold people accountable. Love means having the tough conversations, including tough feedback. If you're worried about how you'll being perceived, that's selfishness. Loving other people means showing up for them and giving them what they need to…

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Systems That Hinder Alignment 4:02

1M ago4:02

4:02

In today's episode: When looking to create alignment within your company, don't get caught in the action trap of doing "more." Step back and ask: what are the underlying beliefs that are blocking alignment? What systems within the organization are creating experiences that create those beliefs? An example roadblock to collaboration is the belief th…

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A Leader's Biggest Blindspot 3:07

2M ago3:07

3:07

In today's episode: Don't mistake compliance for alignment. Leaders might be receptive to all feedback, but that doesn't mean they'll get it. Employees know their careers are in their boss's hands, which incentivizes them to stay on your good side. As leaders, we need to acknowledge that power imbalance and strive to get people to open up more. CEO…

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Leadership Through Surrender 5:00

2M ago5:00

5:00

In today's episode: The illusion of total control is one of the biggest dangers to leaders. That need from control is based in fear. True leadership comes from surrender--understanding how much we can't control and trusting the people around us. The only thing we can control is the experiences we shape for employees; these experiences shape their b…

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Clarity About Results 6:19

2M ago6:19

6:19

In today's episode: CEOs want the employees they hire to drive results for the company. But there are different perspective at different levels of the corporate chain. Feedback doesn't always flow in both directions. When people aren't clear about the intended results, they fall back on what they do know--the tasks they were hired for. But that may…

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The State of DEI in 2025 5:53

2M ago5:53

5:53

In today's episode, Jessica discusses her takeaways from the Sacramento Business Journal's Inclusivity in Business Awards Ceremony: Plenty of leaders still believe in DEI on principle and from ROI, but the political consequences are causing people to stay quiet. Diversity in thought at the leadership level drives results--no matter what it's called…

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Trade Schools, College, and AI - Jessica on NewsNation 4:48

2M ago4:48

4:48

In today's episode: Enrollment in trade schools is going up; American culture is growing more accepting of the trades as a career path. As CEOs are trying to predict the ever-changing future, so are young people entering the job market. The trades are safe from AI in the short term, but we still need long-term solutions to handle the future landsca…

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Boeing's Culture Change and Focused Feedback 6:41

2M ago6:41

6:41

In today's episode: Boeing's culture has seen a turnaround. The key to success has been an emphasis on feedback. Focused feedback starts with positive feedback that recognizes someone for demonstrating the cultural belief you're trying to shift toward, and highlighting how it contributes to results. Then, shift to constructive feedback, starting wi…

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People, Growth, and Adaptability 7:04

2M ago7:04

7:04

In today's episode: The magic of growth and adaptability lies in people skills; building the right team for the current situation. Leaders need to surround themselves with people who want to be on the same journey with them. Everyone wants to grow their company, but not everyone wants to do the work it takes to grow successfully. Culture Leaders Da…

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CEO Pessimism and Uncertainty 4:48

2M ago4:48

4:48

In today's episode: Fortune's latest report shows increasing CEO pessimism. The threat of tariffs will always be present under President Trump; uncertainty is now the name of the game. Leaders and companies need to develop the muscle of being adaptive. Surrender is key; focus on what you can control. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast …

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Values Versus Culture 7:08

2M ago7:08

7:08

In today's episode: Values and culture can coexist. Values are a non-negotiable about who we are; culture is about sustained behavioral change. Cultural beliefs don't have to stay forever; they can respond to changing situations, while values are permanent. Leaders need to amplify the beliefs that do lead to results; provide specific feedback that …

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Alignment Has a Shelf Life 6:24

2M ago6:24

6:24

In today's episode from the This Week in Culture newsletter: Alignment is a perishable asset; in this fast-paced business world, that shelf life is shorter than ever. Some signs of misalignment: constant reprioritizing, conflicting KPIs across departments, and the "meeting after the meeting." Alignment requires consistent effort: weekly check-ins, …

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HBO, Brand, and Culture 5:47

2M ago5:47

5:47

In today's episode: In the social media age, companies no longer have a firewall between their public image and their internal workings. A company's brand is an external manifestation of its culture. Messy branding--like we're seeing with HBO--is a sign of trouble within a company's culture. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs …

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Happy Birthday, John Frehse 8:37

2M ago8:37

8:37

In today's episode featuring John Frehse's mother, Dale... We learn that friend of the show (and birthday boy!) John Frehse has no deep, dark secrets from his childhood. He was--and is--a creative, conscientious leader who cares for people who are often forgotten. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute podcast for CEOs where we dissect the week's …

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The Cognitive Cost of Proactivity 6:13

2M ago6:13

6:13

In today's episode: Proactivity at work has many benefits; it increases meaning, engagement, and change. But that proactivity has a real cognitive cost. Change produces fatigue. Leaders need to build that cost into their thinking. Build in more breaks, schedule proactive time, and make it safe to experiment. CEO Daily Brief is a daily, five-minute …

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Consciously Unbossing - Jessica on CNN 3:53

2M ago3:53

3:53

In today's episode: Increasingly, employees are opting out of the management leadership track. And it's not because they're lazy. Some people have been the victims of bad leadership; they've seen leaders be inauthentic or too controlling, and they're choosing to put their energy elsewhere. The rise of AI has caused companies to cut middle managemen…

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Case Studies in AI Messaging: Duolingo, Shopify, and Fiverr 6:05

2M ago6:05

6:05

In today's episode, we explore three levels of corporate messages regarding AI-based changes within the company: The inauthentic message from Duolingo's leadership is a great example of what not to do--a muddled message about replacing people with AI while also claiming to be people-first. Shopify's CEO took a hardcore approach, committing to AI an…

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Fairness in an Organization 4:47

2M ago4:47

4:47

In today's episode: ABM's Raul Valentin focuses on the value of fairness and equal opportunity. Consistency in policy across all levels of an organization allows everyone an opportunity to excel. At the same time, fairness can be subjective. There's no one-size-fits-all answer for any policy problem. Culture Leaders Daily is a daily, five-minute po…

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What the Pope Can Teach Us About Succession Planning 6:36

2M ago6:36

6:36

In today's episode, we get some lessons on succession planning from the Catholic Church: In these permanently uncertain times, stability is a leadership asset. The Vatican's well-defined system provides a smooth transition. Culture outlasts charisma. An organization's belief systems need to be codified if they're going to survive. There's safety in…

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What Do Employers and Employees Owe To Each Other? 7:33

2M ago7:33

7:33

In today's episode: Workers and businesses alike tend to think they're entitled to more than they actually are from each other. In an era of deteriorating trust, the reality is that nobody should expect more than what's stipulated by laws and contracts. To get what they want, all parties need to create experiences that shape the beliefs of their ne…

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Investment Banking Work-Weeks 6:28

2M ago6:28

6:28

In today's episode: Investment banking has a culture of long hours and pushing people to the brink; a recent article noted that Baird has a norm of 110-hour work weeks. Ultimately, people know the demands of what they're signing up for in these fields; it's a huge amount of money with high stakes. Not everyone has the privilege to make decisions ab…

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