Best Workzbe Podcasts (2025)

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Bragging my Butt Off with Lisa Stambaugh 32:03

3+ y ago32:03

32:03

Are you good at bragging?Do you think it is rude? Listen in as Lisa Stambaugh talks about why she is not sorry for bragging her butt off and how you can do it without looking like an A$$.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Expecting my team to be where I am supposed to be on time with Robert Douthit 32:56

3+ y ago32:56

32:56

Have you ever heard: "If you're on time, you're late!"Being on time is not only kind to others, but it could mean that you aren't missing out when you are needed.Listen in as Robert Douthit talks about how important it is to be on time and his expectations for his team.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Helping Combat Well-Intended Parents in Sport with Heath Eslinger 30:48

3+ y ago30:48

30:48

Are you a well-intended parent? Do you have kids in sport? If so listen in as Heath Eslinger talks about why he is not sorry for helping combat well-intended parents in sport.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Embracing Radical Self Love with Subena Colligan 27:56

3+ y ago27:56

27:56

Do you believe in Radical Self Love? Do you even know what it is? Listen in as Subena Colligan speaks about why she is not sorry for embracing radical self-love and how it has changed her life.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Living with no excuses with Jose Flores 24:12

3+ y ago24:12

24:12

Do you have excuses? Could these excuses be very rationalized for why you do what you do? Whatever it may be, you don't want to miss out on this conversation as Jose speaks about why he is not sorry for living with no excuses.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Loving Well with Gretchen Schott 29:12

4y ago29:12

29:12

How do you love others?Is it well?Listen in as Gretchen talks about why wellbeing and love go together.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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My Accomplishments (during a pandemic) with Sheryl Mays 34:28

4y ago34:28

34:28

Do you talk about your accomplishments? How about if you were very blessed during the season when it seemed like many were suffering?Would you belittle your blessings and downplay them, or get the courage up to speak on them?In this episode, Sheryl talks about why she is not sorry for her accomplishments during a pandemic.…

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Overemphasizing Character in the Player Evaluation with Brian Decker 34:11

4y ago34:11

34:11

What if your mission is to help individuals and teams cultivate an approach to high performance?I think this is a desire for many leaders. They want to see people not only succeed but do their best. So what are those factors needed to be at your best? What do leaders need to look for and cultivate in others? Listen to this wisdom-filled episode, as…

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Wearing a T-Shirt with Alex Judd 32:39

4y ago32:39

32:39

You just left a top high-profile corporate job to start your own company.You are getting ready to meet with one of the first clients that is paying you good money to coach them along their journey.Decision time: Would you A. Dress up to match the highly successful clientB. Wear a T-shirt Listen in on this fun conversation as Alex is not sorry for c…

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Walking in my Greatness with June Archer 34:25

4y ago34:25

34:25

This show is literally a mind-blower. The first time Emily spoke with June, she felt like she just got a Ph.D. crash course in life wisdom.So when asked the question, what are you not sorry for, June didn't disappoint. Some may see it as "bragging," but others will get its true impact as they dive into why June is not sorry for walking in his great…

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Putting me first with Chef Tré Joyner 30:16

4y ago30:16

30:16

Where do you put yourself on your priority list? Too many people seem to put themself last, but not Chef Tré...well not anymore. As a recovering people-pleaser, she has found she has to put herself first as her life now depends on it. Listen in on this amazing conversation between two friends about being unapologetically bold.…

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Unconventional Path to Leadership with Jamey Rootes 33:47

4y ago33:47

33:47

What has been your path to Leadership?Has it been a climbing ladder game OR has it been a little hopscotch? What if it has been neither? What if you got to "skip steps" in some people's eyes. Would you talk about it or call it luck? Listen in as Emily and Jamey Rootes, former president of the Houston Texans talks about why he is not sorry for his u…

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Losing my Reputation with John Blanchard 32:09

4y ago32:09

32:09

What does your reputation mean to you?What if it was ripped away and tarnished? What if you weren't in the wrong but only "guilty" by association? How would you feel? What would you do?Difficult questions, for sure, but listen in as Emily welcomes John Blanchard on the show as he talks about why he is not sorry for losing his reputation.…

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Recovering Loudly with Chris Norris 27:09

4y ago27:09

27:09

Rule #1 Be anonymous. What happens here stays here...like a mini-vegas. But what if you are a rule breaker and say screw it all! Chris Norris is proud because he is talking about why he is not sorry for loudly recovering from alcohol use disorder. He hid it for many years only to wonder is this causing me to suffer in silence? Listen in for a hope-…

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Smiling in a Tornado with Larry Long Jr 27:35

4y ago27:35

27:35

Are you a smiler?You know the person that walks everywhere showing off those pearly whites because you are high on life?Yes that overly happy optimist that sees the beauty in life.So what happens when your worldview meshes with a tragic event? Can you still put a smile on? Shoot, is it even appropriate? Join guest Larry Long, Jr as he talks about w…

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Asking for Help with Dennis Volpe 24:23

4y ago24:23

24:23

Do you ever hesitate to ask for help?Is it your ego stepping in? Could it be your people-pleasing? Maybe it might be something else; either way, Dennis Volpe is welcomed on the show to talk about why he is no longer sorry for asking for help after making a news worthy multi-million dollar mistake that ended his career.…

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Fighting with Allison Moore 30:12

4y ago30:12

30:12

Are you tired of fighting? Does it seem like everything is a constant battle at times? What if that battle was for someone you desperately loved? Would the stakes change? Well, listen in why guest Allison Moore is not sorry for fighting...not only for others but for her own mental health. This is a powerful and packed episode you do not want to mis…

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Being Your Advocate (& not your Counselor) with Annie Gilbert 30:45

4y ago30:45

30:45

What would you think if your chief of staff was a counselor?Wow, that's cool; I can't wait to talk with her about all my issues, or ugh oh, is she going to "shrink me" and read my mind and emotions....make me sit on a couch and tell all my life woes. What if the answer is neither? Listen in on this episode as Annie Gilbert of Primitive speaks on wh…

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Speaking Boldly about Addiction with Michelle Weidenbenner 27:24

4y ago27:24

27:24

Do you have a loved one with Addiction?Has it been hard to communicate and help them?In this episode, we speak with Michelle, a Mom on a mission to help other mothers care for their addicted loved one while also caring for themself.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Killing Busyness with Garland Vance 29:12

4y ago29:12

29:12

Is Busyness Killing you?This was a question that Garland Vance pondered when his doctor told him that busyness was killing him. At first, Garland didn't take it seriously and wanted to prove his doctor wrong...only to find out the Doc knew what he was talking about. From then, Garland dedicated his doctoral research to discovering the impact of bus…

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Laying an Orphan on a Wooden Bed on Mother's Day with Caroline Boudreaux 21:59

4y ago21:59

21:59

Imagine you are on a global trip of a lifetime with a dear friend. One of your many stops is in India, mainly to see if the little boy your friend's been supporting for years is actually real.Imagine you meet that boy and get to see his life and others. Then imagine after spending time with at the orphanage and you rocking a baby to sleep, you go l…

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Talking about my Addiction with Dawn Henson 21:10

4y ago21:10

21:10

NEWS ALERT: This is a HOT Episode! In this episode, one of Emily's students opens up about why she is not sorry for being an addict and talking about her addiction. This is a real and raw conversation that is great for anyone to hear that has a loved one suffering from addiction.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Believing the best in people with Divan Gradwell 30:49

4y ago30:49

30:49

Do you believe that people are good? Or is that media and outside world may have you seeing it differently? For Divan, he is no longer apologizing for seeing the good in people.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Being a Sports Geek with Jennifer Garrett 25:32

4y ago25:32

25:32

Are you a sports geek?Have you ever felt the need to prove your worth as a sports geek? This should sound silly but it is not, especially, for many women that have a passion for a sport they may have never played. In this episode, Jennifer Garrett, talks about why she is no longer sorry for talking about being a sports geek and why she is moving th…

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Being "too nice" with Harry Spaight 40:19

4y ago40:19

40:19

Is being "too nice" bad? Can you not make it to leadership by being too nice? These were things guest, Harry Spaight, dealt with as being the person known for being "too nice" in the cut throat world of sales where screaming and yelling was the culture. In this episode, we speak about what being too nice means and how it can hurt you if you become …

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Being the Underdog with JJ Birden 23:59

4y ago23:59

23:59

The average NFL career is less than two years.The average NFL player is 6’2, 245 pounds.JJ Birden played nine seasons at 5’10, 157 pounds.Talk about beating the odds.So what lets this underdog turn into an alpha dog?In spite of everything stacked against him and everyone who thought otherwise, JJ Birden, the undersized wide receiver with unimpressi…

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Celebrating my Successes with Brittany Baldwin 24:40

4y ago24:40

24:40

Do you celebrate your success? Not just the successes that may win you awards but the small wins as well. Do you feel like it combats with your humility? These are just a few questions that you might be wondering, if so, join us as we talk with Brittany about why she is not sorry for celebrating her success. She is no longer hiding who she is.…

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Calling out the needs with Gabe Encarnacion 27:57

4y ago27:57

27:57

Do you ever see a need but don't call it out? You may have a great reason as to not rock the boat or think it's not your job, but have you ever wondered about the impact of not calling the need out? Well, Gabe has and he has decided to no longer be sorry for calling out the needs he sees especially as a leader.…

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Being Emotional with Brandon Laws 29:22

4y ago29:22

29:22

Have you ever been told that you are emotional?Like not in a good way, kind of emotional?Like you are being too honest and real for others...If so this is an episode for you as my guest Brandon Laws talks about why he is not sorry for being emotional and how it has become a super power in his work and leadership.…

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Always encouraging gratitude with Kevin Monroe 28:46

4y ago28:46

28:46

Gratitude seems to be a common word used a lot these days. However, it is something in a season of darkness that may not feel easy to conjure up.Sometimes it feels ""fluffy"" or how will this even help me?How can coming from a grateful heart actually benefit you ESPECIALLY when some people you deal with don't seem to give the gratitude back to you?…

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Leading with Laughter with Joshua Russell 25:04

4y ago25:04

25:04

Can a person be funny and take leadership seriously?Joshua thinks so and that is why he is not sorry for leading with laughter. Listen in as he talks about how having people 🤣 one minute and discussing serious issues is actually a great leadership strategy (if it's your gift.)By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Not Joining the Boys' Club with Bree Burden 34:12

4y ago34:12

34:12

Do ever feel like you have to join a club just to play the game or get access to opportunity? How does it make you feel? Well, listen in as Bree talks about how she is not sorry for not joining the boys club especially when working in a male dominate industry. Now don't get us wrong, this ISNT a boys are bad, cancel culture talk. It is a discussion…

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Being So Good with Kristi Hemmer 24:30

4y ago24:30

24:30

Have you ever had to lessen yourself, so people didn't think you were too good? Maybe have you been called out as a class pet, overachiever, or the boss' favorite?Why is it when we are good at something, we sometimes will lessen ourselves to being on others' level instead of walking out in our greatness? Well, join in a Kristi Hemmer talks about wh…

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Being too Much with Tiffany Castagno 28:29

4y ago28:29

28:29

Are you too much? Do you bring a blinding light sometimes when you walk in the room OR could you be a bull in a China shop?In this discussion, Tiffany explains why she is not sorry for being too much and how her humanity has allowed her to make a difference and walk in confidence. We touch on:How being energetic/ postive doesn't mean you have bad d…

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Practicing Strategic Vulnerability with Erika Burnett 35:51

4y ago35:51

35:51

You may have heard about being strategic and about using vulnerability but have you heard about strategic vulnerability. If you are a leader, you will need to listen to this episode. If you want to stretch yourself, you will need to listen to this. Join in on this amazing conversation with Erika Burnett as she talks about why she is not sorry for p…

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Wearing Skinny Jeans and Sporting a Side Part with Danette Scudder 27:19

4y ago27:19

27:19

Have you heard the latest news of TicTok? Skinny Jeans and Side Parts are out. So what are we to do? How are we to move forward as a society? All jokes aside, it is important to understand what to do with the latest trends and Danette Scudder is here to talk about why she is not sorry for going against society norms on this one.…

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Being an Uncomfortable Space for Others with Jane Adshead-Grant 30:11

4y ago30:11

30:11

What space are you for people?This is an interesting question to ponder at first but listen in on why guest Jane Adshead-Grant is not sorry for being an uncomfortable space.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Leading with My Heart with Karen Markle 30:25

4y ago30:25

30:25

Do you feel like you are facing challenges that seem to have no end in sight?We all probably have and may even be experiencing it now and today's guest speaks about how leading from the heart doesn't mean there won't be suck, but there is more likely to be hope and love. That hope can be healing.That hope can help you do hard things.The hope is nee…

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My value lead choices with Danielle Huston 27:49

4y ago27:49

27:49

How do you decide what you are going to do?Do you think about the choices or just agree with others to avoid confrontation?In this episode, we speak with Danielle Huston, about why she is not sorry for making some hard choices in life that were value driven and again others "best" advice.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Being unstoppable with Dr. Theresa Larson 27:30

4y ago27:30

27:30

When life throws things at you, does it make you stop in your tracks and quit?or do you find ways to persevere and move past these momentary blows?In this session, Dr. Theresa comes with all her HOTness and talks about why she is not sorry for being unstoppable. We discuss past stories that could make many people stop in their tracks but for Dr. T,…

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Focusing on helping vs selling with Jeff Gargas 29:58

4y ago29:58

29:58

Who loves to be awkwardly sold to?No one! Yet many sales are based around oddly approaching people not getting to know them.Well, you have to make money right so how do you do this?Listen in as we discuss this with Jeff Vargas of Teach Better. We talk about adding humanity to the equation and how it is a patient and long process but just like for t…

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Loving my Career with Rucker Taylor 32:53

4y ago32:53

32:53

Do you love your career? Do you love it so much that you may sacrifice some personal time for it? But isn't this bad? Aren't we suppose to have some scale of work/ life balance? Join us as we talk to Davidson Head Baseball Coach, Rucker Taylor as he talks about why he is not sorry for loving his career.…

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Believing my destructive thoughts with Kelly Summersett 27:38

4y ago27:38

27:38

Do you have destructive thoughts?What do you do with them?In this session, Kelly speaks to us about how examining your destructive thoughts just might help you turn your mess into a message.By Emily Elrod, MHS

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Pressing send on the email that ended my employment with David McGlennen 32:48

4+ y ago32:48

32:48

Your mind is racing.Your palms are sweaty. You are about to do it.....press send to an email that will end your security and stability in being employed. Have you ever been there? Guest David has. In this session, he talks about why he is not sorry for pressing send and what has come from it. You don't want to miss this episode for sure to learn ho…

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Owning my path to success with Melba Amissi 27:51

4+ y ago27:51

27:51

"Who owns your path in life? Many people will say themselves; however, their actions instead reflect that they are being owned by things like culture, company, family, friends, past experience, etc. Owning your path can lead to major success in life and our guest Melba has the actions to show that owning your path is possible. Join us for this inte…

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Being a rebel with Dale Dupree 27:21

4+ y ago27:21

27:21

Have you ever started a rebellion against the status quo? or rebelled against boring outdated ways of thinking? Well, today's guest has. Dale Dupree is an exemplary model of what it means to be unapologetically bold about being yourself. He embodies practicing what you preach and isn’t afraid to own his mistakes. With enough love to pass around, Da…

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Unlearning my good girl ways with Laura Gmeinder 28:38

4+ y ago28:38

28:38

Have you been known as a goodie two shoes? You know someone that is always pleasing others, going above and beyond, and walking the strait and narrow... These things aren't wrong but when they start becoming a deterrent to your livelihood then it opens up to another ball game.And this is exactly why Laura is not sorry for unlearning her good girl w…

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Boldy offering criticism to the charity and social-profit sector with Maryann Kerr 30:11

4+ y ago30:11

30:11

Non Profits have started a trend of being named Social Profit as the theory is to spread the resources to the social sector they care for.....but what if they aren't caring for it correctly?This may seem like a weird subject to explore but join our guest Maryann Kerr as she speaks about why she is not sorry for calling some people out for the toxic…

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Saying things that counter your beliefs with Gabriel Leal 35:11

4+ y ago35:11

35:11

Have you ever held something back because you did not want to offend someone?You know you wanted to have a conversation....like a real conversation.. a HOT conversation just to seek to understand but instead it turns south because you asked a question that hit a nerve? Well if this is something you have struggled with then join Emily and Gabriel as…

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Promoting self-management in work with Perry Timms 35:51

4+ y ago35:51

35:51

In your current work or even at home, how are you leading? Do you lead from the lenses of letting the learner taking the lead role OR do you come from the manager that sometimes can tell people what to do? I think we all struggle with this balance but in this episode, Perry Timms, speaks about why he is actively promoting self-management in work.…

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