Best Backstage Pass With Gail Davis Podcasts (2025)

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Living ALL IN: A Lifestyle of Purpose & Impact with Gian Paul Gonzalez 42:44

4d ago42:44

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On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with Gian Paul Gonzalez—the man behind the New York Giants’ iconic “All In” rally cry—for a powerful conversation on purpose, resilience, and showing up fully in life. From inspiring Fortune 500 companies to mentoring at-risk youth, Gian Paul shares what it truly means to live “all in”—at home…

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Finding Blessings in Life's Boulders with Aron Ralston 41:57

6d ago41:57

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On the latest episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with Aron Ralston for a powerful conversation about resilience, mindset, and finding meaning in the face of unimaginable adversity. Aron shares how being trapped by an 800-pound boulder became the catalyst for profound personal transformation—and how the “boulders” we all face can become…

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The Art & Impact of Self Expressionism with Judi Holler 54:01

21d ago54:01

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On the latest episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis and Judi Holler have a high energy conversation about the significance of creativity in the future of work, embracing a broader vision of what is possible, and the power of improv in life and business. Tune in to hear how Judi empowers audiences to think big, feel seen, and express themselves full…

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Be Who You Came To Be: Living the Life You Deserve & Desire with Tara Renze 40:40

1M ago40:40

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On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with Tara Renze to explore how emotional intelligence, self-acceptance, and pursuing fulfillment over happiness can transform lives. Hear how Tara helps audiences “Be Who You Came To Be” and why her work is resonating now more than ever. Show Notes In this engaging conversation, host Gail Davi…

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Ignite Unstoppable Momentum in a Rapidly Changing World with Kim Becking 38:41

2M ago38:41

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On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis is joined by Kim Becking who shares what it takes to lead with resilience and build unstoppable momentum. From embracing failure to fostering emotional intelligence, Kim explores practical ways to help teams thrive in times of change and uncertainty. Show Notes In this energizing and insightful episode,…

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The Power of Values: Unlocking Connection with David Allison 41:23

2M ago41:23

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Gail Davis is joined by David Allison who dives into why understanding what people care about leads to better leadership, stronger client relationships, and more impactful strategies. Show Notes David Allison, an expert in engagement and human values, discusses the importance of understanding values over demographics in various fields such as sales…

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Everyday Innovation with Josh Linkner 32:55

2M ago32:55

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On the latest Backstage Pass episode, Gail Davis is joined by Josh Linkner who shares insights on the transformative power of everyday innovation, turning disruption into opportunity, and embracing creativity. Show Notes Josh Linkner, a five-time tech entrepreneur and expert in innovation and leadership. The conversation explores the parallels betw…

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Embracing the Pioneer Spirit with Gaby Natale 38:15

3M ago38:15

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On the latest Backstage Pass episode, Gaby Natale joins Gail Davis as she shares how to embrace a pioneer spirit through innovation, resilience, and breaking barriers. Show Notes As the first Latina to win three Daytime Emmys® back-to-back, Gaby Natale has consistently demonstrated her ability to innovate and lead in diverse spaces. And now - as a …

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Zero Gravity, Maximum Impact: Lessons from Space with Mike Massimino 45:14

3M ago45:14

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On the latest Backstage Pass episode, Gail Davis sits down with former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino to explore the out-of-this-world lessons he learned in space. From teamwork and communication to overcoming obstacles, Mike shares invaluable insights that apply far beyond the cosmos. Show Notes Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and celebrate…

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Energy Management: Breaking Down the Wall Between Work & Wellness with Suneel Gupta 43:03

4M ago43:03

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Gail Davis is joined by Suneel Gupta who discusses how to practically manage energy and bolster emotional resilience in order to unite our wellbeing and performance at work. Show Notes Today we’re joined by Suneel Gupta, an expert on how well-being impacts performance. He’s a healthcare entrepreneur, best-selling author, and visiting scholar at Har…

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Behind The Scenes With Seasoned Event Strategist Heather Davis 38:25

4M ago38:25

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Gail Davis is joined by seasoned event strategist Heather Davis who shares what makes an event a home run, factors that play into speaker selection, and the challenges she faces behind the scenes. Show Notes In this episode of Backstage Pass we’re joined by events strategist Heather Davis, Corporate Vice President with New York Life. She drives hig…

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Memory Mastery: The Key to Winning in Business and Life with Ron White 41:51

4M ago41:51

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Gail Davis is joined by Ron White who discusses the importance of memory in business, relationships, and self confidence. Show Notes Today we’re joined by two-time USA memory champion Ron White. His presentation addresses the skill of memorization and why it’s so important in business and in relationships. Not only that, but having a good memory ca…

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Owning & Accelerating Transformation with Peter Sheahan 36:49

4M ago36:49

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Gail Davis is joined by Peter Sheahan who shares the importance of taking ownership of change to accelerate transformation on teams. Show Notes Peter Sheahan is an entrepreneur, strategist, C-suite advisor, and in-demand speaker. After writing Generation Y, his first book, he quickly found himself in boardrooms speaking about understanding and conn…

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Amputate to Amplify: Transforming Adversity Into Advantage with John Register 40:13

4M ago40:13

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Gail Davis is joined by John Register who discusses transforming adversity into advantage, what holds people back from moving past difficult times, and how his message provides audiences a necessary perspective shift. Show Notes In this episode of Backstage Pass we’re joined by John Register. John is a Paralympic silver medalist, army combat vetera…

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More Than Heroes: The Ultimate Story of Love, Teamwork, and Trust with Nando Parrado 26:22

4M ago26:22

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Gail Davis is joined by Nando Parrado who shares the powerful message behind his story of survival and why it continues to resonate with generations and audiences of all ages today. Show Notes We wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for Nando Parrado, the first speaker ever booked by GDA Speakers 25 years ago. Nando is the hero of a 1972 plane cras…

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Broadway Edu-tainment with Sandra Joseph & Ron Bohmer 37:08

4M ago37:08

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Gail Davis is joined by Sandra Joseph & Ron Bohmer who discuss finding success by removing our masks to be our authentic selves and how they uniquely blend their captivating Broadway talent with impactful storytelling at each event. Show Notes In this episode of Backstage Pass, we’re joined by Sandra Joseph & Ron Bohmer. Often referred to as Broadw…

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Eliminating Complexity Through the Power of Simplicity with Lisa Bodell 22:48

4M ago22:48

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Gail Davis is joined by Lisa Bodell who dissects the difference between productivity and simplicity, how workplace culture influences the complexity of our work, and using simplicity as an employee retention strategy. Show Notes Today our guest is the founder and CEO of FutureThink, Lisa Bodell. Lisa is a futurist and a global leader on collaborati…

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Exploring AI Through Neuroscience & Business Strategy with John Sanei 30:30

4M ago30:30

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Gail Davis is joined by John Sanei who shares how to approach AI with optimism and how the combination of neuroscience, business strategy, and psychology impact our collective futures. Show Notes In this episode we visit with John Sanei who is an expert on human psychology, neuroscience, and business strategy. As a Certified Futures Strategist, he …

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The Interconnected Impact of Women's Issues with Leslie Morgan Steiner 39:04

4M ago39:04

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Gail Davis is joined by Leslie Morgan Steiner who recounts her unexpected life experiences that led her to share her inspiring story - with a message that is equally applicable for both men and women. Show Notes Today our guest is New York Times bestselling author Leslie Morgan Steiner. Leslie is also a TED Talk veteran, a columnist for the Washing…

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Setting New Norms in Today's Digital Culture with Erica Dhawan 38:04

4M ago38:04

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Gail Davis is joined by Erica Dhawan who shares her wisdom on communication in today's digital culture - including using connectional intelligence and reading digital body language in our modern workplace. Show Notes In this episode we’re joined by Erica Dhawan. Erica is a leading authority in the world of teamwork, collaboration, and innovation, a…

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Maximizing AI Through A Business Lens with Tim Sanders 27:04

4M ago27:04

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Gail Davis and her guest Tim Sanders discuss how to use AI to reframe business challenges as prediction problems. Show Notes For our first episode we’re welcoming Tim Sanders, the Vice President of Customer Insights at Upwork and a New York Times best-selling author. Tim, recently appointed as an executive fellow at Harvard Business School's Digita…

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GDA Podcast: BONUS EPISODE w/ Simon T. Bailey 25:46

10M ago25:46

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Simon T. Bailey joined us in the office and spoke with our team. Here is the discussion.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2oXw6ytTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 42 - Dr. Jackie Freiberg: Thought Leader & International Best-Selling Author 46:39

10M ago46:39

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Dr. Jackie Freiberg is dedicated to helping leaders create BEST places where the BEST people can do their BEST work to make the world BETTER.For over 27 years, Jackie has been on a mission to expose the unconventional, business-best practices of globally admired leaders. Concrete Examples Entertaining Stories Valuable Takeaways. Just a few reasons …

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GDA Podcast: ep. 43 - Kyle Maynard: Inspirational Athlete, Entrepreneur & Author of 'No Excuses' 1:06:43

10M ago1:06:43

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Kyle Maynard is a motivational speaker, best selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning extreme athlete, and the first man to crawl to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.Despite being born with a rare condition known as congenital amputation, that has left him with arms that end at the elbows and legs that end near his knees, he learned early on, to …

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GDA Podcast: ep. 44 - Ty Bennett: Entrepreneur, and Expert on Partnerships, Leadership, & Storytelling 38:10

10M ago38:10

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When Ty was 21 years old, he and his brother Scott started a business in direct sales, which they built to over $20 million in annual revenue while still in their twenties. As a young entrepreneur, Ty continues to engage his team's focus to grow sales. He has developed over 500 sales managers globally with sales and leadership in 37 countries. In h…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 40 - John Sileo: Cyber Security, Identity Theft & Human Hacking Expert 48:23

10M ago48:23

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John Sileo’s identity was stolen from his business and used to embezzle $300,000 from his clients. While the thief covered his crimes using Sileo’s identity, John and his business were held legally and financially responsible for the felonies committed. The breach destroyed John’s company and consumed two years of his life as he fought to stay out …

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GDA Podcast: ep. 39 - Greg Bennick: Change Management Expert, Juggler, & Humorist 29:00

10M ago29:00

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Greg Bennick, a humorous speaking champion that makes people laugh while inviting them to think about important ideas relevant to them His favorite topic is "managing the unexpected" which he combines with comedic juggling to create an unforgettable interactive display of ideas and interaction. Greg believes that his keynote presentation should be …

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GDA Podcast: ep. 47 - Ron White: Two-Time National Memory Champion, Author, Speaker, & Coach 29:30

10M ago29:30

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Ron White is without question one of the top Memory Experts in the world.He is a two-time national memory champion; winner of the USA Memory Championship in 2009 and 2010; held the record for the fastest memorization of shuffled deck of cards in only 1 minute and 27 seconds.Ron’s desire is not that you see him as the person with the best trained me…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 48 - Sam Silverstein: The Accountability Movement & Expert on Workplace Culture 43:02

10M ago43:02

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Sam Silverstein is dedicated to empowering people to live accountable lives, transform the way they do business and create a more accountable world. He helps companies create an organizational culture that prioritizes and inspires accountability.As a former executive and business owner, Sam’s manufacturing and distribution companies sold over $100 …

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GDA Podcast: ep. 49 - Dr. Willie Jolley - Award-Winning Speaker, Best-Selling Author, & Media Personality 37:32

10M ago37:32

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There are many motivational speakers, and then there is the one, the only, the incomparable Dr. Willie Jolley. He has been described simultaneously as a world-class, award-winning speaker and singer, best-selling author and media personality.Dr. Jolley has achieved remarkable heights in the speaking industry, having come from humble beginnings of b…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 27 - Laura Schwartz: Former White House Director of Events and Author of "Eat, Drink & Succeed" 43:30

10M ago43:30

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Laura Schwartz climbed her way up the ranks to become the White House Director of Events. Today, she travels the world as a keynote speaker, best-selling author and television commentator passionately teaching others how to Eat, Drink & Succeed!Link to episode: http://bit.ly/gdapodcast27Transcripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking in…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 14 - Todd Dewett, PhD: Inspiring Authenticity in Leadership, Culture, & Customer Experience 33:29

10M ago33:29

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Todd’s journey towards authenticity began with degrees from the University of Memphis and the University of Tennessee. Next came process improvement and team-building experience with Andersen Consulting (now Accenture) and Ernst & Young. He then earned a Ph.D. in Management from the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, as well as a prestig…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 01 - Jeff Kirschner- Founder and CEO of Litterati, and TED Resident 33:11

10M ago33:11

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While backpacking around the world, Jeff Kirschner saw first hand the challenges we face on a global scale. In many ways, this experience led to his most recent venture. Inspired by his 4 year old girl and a cigarette butt, Litterati is a global movement using technology & data to “crowdsource-clean” the planet -- one piece at a time. Featured in N…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 03 - David Polinchock: Accomplished Innovator at the Intersection of Media and Technology 1:07:03

10M ago1:07:03

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David Polinchock has over 30 years experience with the use of emerging technologies, event marketing and brand storytelling. He is a pioneer in the use of VR for advertising and has run his own media lab, as well as a lab for AT&T AdWorks. He has spoken around the world on marketing innovation and the future of advertising.Link to this episode: htt…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 05 - Dr. Michael "Misha" Auslin: WSJ Columnist, Advisor, and Geopolitics Expert 46:02

10M ago46:02

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War. Economic Security. Elections. All the things you need to know about in our rapidly changing world is what Dr. Michael “Misha” Auslin deals with every day. A columnist for The Wall Street Journal, an award-winning author, government adviser, and Resident Scholar and Director of Japanese Studies at the American Enterprise Institute -- Misha is c…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 06 - Richard Resnick: Serial Entrepreneur, CEO, and TED Speaker on Genomics 40:52

10M ago40:52

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Richard Resnick began his career working on the Human Genome Project as a software engineer under Eric Lander. Since then, he has gone on to bridge the research and commercial worlds as a serial entrepreneur.Most recently, he led GQ Life Sciences, a company that focused on innovation in genomics and how industry players could best create competitiv…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 08 - Jason Schenker: Top-Ranked Economist, Bloomberg Contributor, Tech CEO, and Investor 45:08

10M ago45:08

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Jason Schenker is the president of the consulting firm Prestige Economics and one of the most accurate financial market forecasters in the world. Jason has been top-ranked by Bloomberg News in 35 different categories since 2010, and his research is frequently quoted in the press, including The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. He frequent…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 09 - Patrick Sweeney: Elite Athlete, Adventurer, Tech CEO, Investor, and Cancer Survivor 53:58

10M ago53:58

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Patrick Sweeney is the son of a first generation Irish immigrant who paid his way through state college where he took up rowing. With just two years of experience he decided to take on the world and try out for the USA Olympic team. Five years later, he finished second in the Olympic trials and won national and international championships in the pr…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 11 - Matt McFadyen Record Breaking Polar Adventurer Sailor Speaker on Leading Positive Change 34:05

10M ago34:05

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Very few people have the ability to combine the adventure world and the business world quite like Matt McFadyen. For over a decade Matt has worked with organizations all over the world to align leaders, energize culture and build winning teams.Matt is a world-class speaker and facilitator who addresses, leadership, building high performing teams, m…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 12 - Amy Blankson: Co-founder GoodThink, Presidential Point of Light Recipient, & Author 34:48

10M ago34:48

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Amy Blankson is the only person to be named a Point of Light by two Presidents (President Bush and President Clinton). She received a Presidential appointment to serve a five-year term on the Board of Directors of the Corporation for National Service, and was one of the youngest delegates to the Presidents’ Summit for America’s Future. Amy received…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 13 - Mel Robbins: Author, Entrepreneur, TED Speaker, Journalist, & Contributor to SUCCESS 56:28

10M ago56:28

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Mel Robbins is best known for delivering one of the most popular TEDxTalk’s in the world: “How To Stop Screwing Yourself Over”. Mel is a powerful keynote speaker who jumps into the audience (literally); creating motivational experiences with unforgettable engagement, surprising research, vivid imagery, original videos, and music. Mel is a third gen…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 32 - Ryan Estis: Culture, Sales, Leadership, & Business Performance Expert 40:42

10M ago40:42

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Ryan Estis helps companies and individual contributors embrace change and achieve breakthrough performance. Each live event blends original research with compelling stories that move participants to take action. Ryan has 20 years of business experience working with the world s best brands to initiate change, inspire innovation and deliver growth.Li…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 18 - Mark L. Walberg: TV Personality, Author, and Keynote Speaker 1:05:37

10M ago1:05:37

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Mark L. Walberg is a television personality best known for hosting PBS' ANTIQUES ROADSHOW. He started his television career as an assistant at Dick Clark Productions and quickly moved in front of the camera as the announcer for the popular game show Shop Til You Drop and then as host of Burnt Toast, a sports magazine show on ESPN. It was there that…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 20 - Alison Levine: History-Making Adventurer & New York Times Bestselling Author‎ 41:05

10M ago41:05

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Alison Levine served as team captain of the first American Women's Everest Expedition, climbed the Seven Summits and skied to the North and South Poles. A history-making adventurer who also spent time in the business world, she has survived sub-zero temperatures, hurricane-force winds and sudden avalanches – and that was while climbing the corporat…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 21 - Joe Gerstandt: Authenticity, Diversity and Inclusion Speaker, Author, & Advisor 33:02

10M ago33:02

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Joe combines artful storytelling with the latest research and science to successfully illustrate the importance of authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. His work is not about tolerance, sensitivity, or compliance it's about letting the dog off the leash.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/gdapodcast21Transcripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 24 - Andre Norman: Prisoner Turned Philanthropist 35:09

10M ago35:09

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Andre had a rough upbringing with an abusive father. The destructive choices he made as an adolescent resulted in his arrest and imprisonment. In solitary confinement, a light turned on for Andre. He made the decision to change his fate. With a new mindset, he served a 14-year sentence, earned parole, and from that moment on Andre has never looked …

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GDA Podcast: ep. 25 - Tim Sanders: Internet Pioneer, Relationship Expert, & Bestselling Author 48:55

10M ago48:55

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Tim Sanders is an Internet pioneer, best-selling author, and speaker that talks about the people side of the profit and loss statement. Based on his years in corporate sales plus exhaustive research about human behaviors, and using interactive media to grow business, Sanders offers strategy and techniques for top leadership and sales.Tim advises Fo…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 26 - Robyn Benincasa: NYT Best-Selling Author & World Champion Adventure Racer 46:17

10M ago46:17

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Robyn Benincasa addresses how to create true synergy among teammates, making them better together than any individual could ever be alone. A World Champion Adventure Racer, World Record holder, and firefighter, Robyn imparts the wisdom she learned from her extreme teammates about how to innovate, adapt, overcome and win as one.Link to episode: http…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 28 - Yossi Ghinsberg: Survivor and Best-Selling Author of "Jungle" 44:27

10M ago44:27

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Yossi Ghinsberg is an Israeli adventurer, author, entrepreneur, humanitarian, and motivational speaker based in Australia. Ghinsberg is most known for his survival story when he was stranded in an uncharted part of the Bolivian Amazon jungle for three weeks in 1981. Ghinsberg is a tech-entrepreneur and is the founder of Headbox, a mobile applicatio…

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GDA Podcast: ep. 29 - Kevin Brown: Helping Organizations Create a Culture of HEROES at Every Level 42:58

10M ago42:58

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Kevin Brown created The HERO Effect to help people be their best when it matters the most. Kevin shares ideas, strategies and principles that will inspire and equip participants to show up every day and make a positive difference. Your team will be motivated to reach beyond what is required and do something remarkable!Link to episode: http://bit.ly…

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