Best Brian Robb Podcasts (2025)

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393 Embracing Infinite Possibilities in Leadership: Lessons from Astronaut, Physician, and CEO Dr. Bernard A. Harris 42:48

1h ago42:48

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Bernard Harris, a leader whose extraordinary career trajectory—from physician to NASA astronaut to CEO and venture capitalist—offers rare insights into the inner work of leadership. Dr. Harris is the first African American to walk in space, and the author of Embracing Infinite…

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#271: July 1976 (w/Brian Michael Bendis) - "Captain America's Bicentennial Battles" 1:29:41

6d ago1:29:41

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Brian Michael Bendis gets very embarrassed whenever anyone goes on about his many, many accomplishments. So suffice it to say that he’s written many of our favorite comics, and probably a whole bunch of yours too. Join him on jinxworld.com at the Powers Level for instant access to behind-the-scenes content, archived Masterclass sessions, and much m…

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Could Porzingis be extended + Joe Mazzulla scouting Nigel Hayes-Davis? 47:03

6d ago47:03

47:03

Sam "Jam" Packard and Brian Robb dissect a number of Celtics news items including whether there is any possibility that Kristaps Porzingis could sign an extension with Boston amid trade rumors. The guys also hit on the latest surrounding Giannis rumors and a report that Joe Mazzulla watched EuroLeague MVP Nigel Hayes-Davis among others in Turkey. T…

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392 Section CEO Greg Shove on Leading Through AI: Rethinking Business Models, Talent, and Strategy 56:57

6d ago56:57

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Greg Shove, CEO of Section and a serial entrepreneur with a deep track record of leading transformative growth. Shove’s leadership journey includes multiple successful pivots, and in this conversation, he brings a uniquely grounded perspective on how AI is fundamentally changing …

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Pacers (and Aaron Nesmith) pull off stunning Game 1 comeback 45:40

11d ago45:40

45:40

Jay King and Brian Robb react to a stunning Game 1 comeback win by the Pacers over the Thunder including the role of former Celtic Aaron Nesmith in the comeback. The guys also look ahead to adjustments in the series and what the Celtics can take out of this Finals matchup moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

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391 Thursday Refresh: Simon Bailey on Resilience and Brilliance: Unleashing Leadership Potential and Lessons from Disney 33:15

12d ago33:15

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In this insightful episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a deep and inspiring conversation with Simon T. Bailey, a renowned speaker, leadership expert, and author of Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future. Simon is best known for his work on personal and professional brilliance, with a focus …

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#270: MARTIAN by the Month 01 - "The War of the Worlds!" 56:37

13d ago56:37

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Every other week, we'll be focusing on a Marvel series that sits partially or entirely outside of mainstream Marvel continuity. The first episode of every new series that we cover will be available on the public feed. The rest of the episodes will be exclusive to our Patreon supporters. Not a Patron yet? Support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth f…

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390 Beyond Engagement: What Great Leaders Actually Do Differently to Earn Commitment with Dave Garrison, Author, The Buy-In Advantage 40:58

14d ago40:58

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What if your employees appear engaged, but aren’t truly committed? In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dave Garrison, an experienced CEO, board member, and author of The Buy-In Advantage: Why Employees Stop Caring and How Great Leaders Inspire Commitment. Drawing on his work with companies like Ameritrade and his ex…

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Which young Celtics have best chance to step up next season? 51:27

19d ago51:27

51:27

Jay King and Sam "Jam" Packard dissect the Celtics roster and debate which young players could make the most of an increased role next year. The guys also rank war dogs. Wait, war dogs? Yes war dogs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brian Robb

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#269: June 1976 (w/Chris Gethard) - "Nova" 1:27:03

20d ago1:27:03

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Chris Gethard is a very funny and talented comedian, actor, author, and podcaster, who you've seen in everything from The Office to The Other Guys. He's also the creative mind behind Wellness Together's Laughing Together program, which brings comedy workshops into schools as a low-impact, destigmatized entry point into conversations regarding menta…

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389 Small Shifts, Big Impact: Leadership Lessons from Mike Mears, Former CIA HR Chief and Founder of the CIA Leadership Academy 51:47

21d ago51:47

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What happens when even the most powerful leaders pull every lever they’ve been taught to use—bonuses, metrics, training—and nothing changes? That’s the question that set Mike Mears, former CIA Chief of Human Capital, on a mission to rethink leadership from the inside out. In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mike joins Mahan Tavakoli to share …

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#268: May 1976 (w/The Comics Canon) - "Greater Love Hath No X-Man..." 1:33:32

27d ago1:33:32

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The Comics Canon podcast, hosted by Kevin Moreau and Curt Holman, reads, reviews, and renders judgment on some of the best comic books of yesterday and today. It's one of our favorite comics podcasts and well worth your time! For 80+ minutes of bonus content — including 24 more Marvel comics in the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/…

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388 Mastering Uncertainty: Lessons from Former Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney on Leading Yourself and Your Team When Nothing Goes as Planned 45:40

28d ago45:40

45:40

In this timely and compelling episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes back Rich Diviney, retired Navy SEAL Commander and bestselling author of The Attributes. This conversation focuses on Rich’s latest book, Mastering Uncertainty, and delivers insights highly relevant to leaders navigating today’s volatile, complex environment. Wi…

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Brad Stevens press conference takeaways 1:00:22

28d ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Jay King, Sam "Jam" Packard and Brian Robb break down Brad Stevens remarks on Monday and what they could mean for the Celtics future amid a pivotal summer for the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brian Robb

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Jayson Tatum's injury: The impact now and later 1:07:47

1M ago1:07:47

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Jay King, Sam "Jam" Packard and Brian Robb break down the enormous impact of Jayson Tatum's torn Achilles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brian Robb

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#267: April 1976 - "The Day of the Gods" 1:27:53

1M ago1:27:53

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For 70+ minutes of bonus content — including 19 more Marvel comics in the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of over 150 extended and exclusive episodes! Stories Covered in this Episode: "The Day of the Gods" - Eternals #1, written by Jack Kirby, art by Jack Kirby…

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387 You Can’t Outsmart AI—But You Can Out-Human It: How Humans Win in an AI Marketing World with Mark Schaefer 51:20

1M ago51:20

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In this compelling episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mark Schaefer returns to share fresh, provocative insights from his latest book, Audacious: How Humans Win in an AI Marketing World. A globally respected marketing strategist, bestselling author, and deep observer of technological change, Schaefer brings sharp clarity to a pressing le…

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Can Celtics sustain Game 3 turnaround against Knicks? 49:48

1M ago49:48

49:48

Jay King, Sam "Jam" Packard and Brian Robb break down what went right for the Celtics dominant Game 3 win and how well they can sustain in the series going forward as they try to even the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brian Robb

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#266: March 1976 (w/Douglas Wolk) - "Captain America's Love Story" 1:30:49

1M ago1:30:49

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Douglas Wolk is the Eisner Award-winning author of Reading Comics: How Graphic Novels Work and What They Mean and All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of the Biggest Story Ever Told. Subscribe to his daily Marvel Comics book club, The 616 Society, and check out his story in the brand-new Giant-Size '63, a loving tribute to 1963 by Alan Moore, …

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386 [BEST OF] Eduardo Briceno on The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action 50:47

1M ago50:47

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In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Eduardo Briceño, author of The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action. In the discussion, Eduardo dives into the transformative power of a growth mindset and how we can apply it to unlock our potential. He shares how a crippling physical injury early in hi…

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6 things to watch in Celtics-Knicks series 1:03:51

1M ago1:03:51

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Jay King, Jam Packard and Brian Robb take part in a poddable 6-pack draft to highlight the biggest areas to watch heading into the Celtics-Knicks series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brian Robb

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Celtics get Knicks in second round 55:43

2M ago55:43

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Jay King, Jam Packard and Brian Robb react to the Knicks' rallying past the Pistons in Game 6 to secure a second round showdown with the Celtics. The guys examine the big storylines of the series and also hit on ownership news and looming offseason moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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385 Thursday Refresh: Jim Detert on How to Choose Courage and Be Brave at Work 43:31

2M ago43:31

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jim Detert, John L. Colley Professor of Business Administration at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and author of Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work. In this conversation, Jim Detert shares how we can become more courageous by develop…

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#265: February 1976 - "The Tomb of Dr. Strange!" 1:15:04

2M ago1:15:04

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For nearly 60 minutes of bonus content — including our discussion of Amazing Spider-Man #156 and the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of over 150 extended and exclusive episodes! Stories Covered in this Episode: "Introducing: Mind-Wave and His Fearsome Think Tan…

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384 The Power of Culture: Bringing values to life at work with Laura Hamill 45:25

2M ago45:25

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Laura Hamill, organizational psychologist, startup co-founder, and author of The Power of Culture. Laura shares how her early experiences and leadership journey at Microsoft shaped her passion for understanding the hidden forces that drive organizational behavior and business outc…

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#264: January 1976 (w/Gerry Conway) - "The Battle of the Century!" 1:43:28

2M ago1:43:28

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Gerry Conway is one of the true legends of comics, having written just about every major Marvel and DC character over the last 60 years. At 19 years old, he was the third person to write Amazing Spider-Man, after Stan Lee and Roy Thomas, and he is the co-creator of the Punisher, the Jackal, the original Ms. Marvel, Man-Thing, and Werewolf by Night …

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How does Jayson Tatum's injury change Round 1 and beyond? 49:25

2M ago49:25

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Jay King and Sam "Jam" Packard break down the latest surrounding Jayson Tatum's wrist injury and doubtful listing for Game 2. How will his potential absence impact Game 2 and beyond against the Magic? The guys also hit on Payton Pritchard's 6th man of the year win and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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383 Designing What Lasts: How Great Leaders Reimagine Ownership, Innovation, and Legacy with Alfredo De Massis 45:41

2M ago45:41

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What does it take to build something that lasts—not just for years, but across generations? In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Alfredo De Massis, a globally recognized expert on family enterprise and author of The Family Business Book: A Roadmap for Entrepreneurial Families to Prosper Across Generations. As one of…

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#263: December 1975 (w/Matt Fraction) - "Omega the Unknown" 1:26:11

2M ago1:26:11

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Matt Fraction is about to become the new writer of Batman, and yes, we feel terribly betrayed. For 90+ minutes of bonus content — including our coverage of Howard the Duck #2 and the Mighty MBTM Checklist and so much more nonsense — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of over 150 extended…

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Opening thoughts on Celtics-Magic 56:20

2M ago56:20

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Jay King, Sam "Jam" Packard and Brian Robb react to the Celtics drawing the Magic in the first round series, some areas to watch in the matchup and big picture playoff thoughts and bold predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brian Robb

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