Welcome to The Optimistic Outlook, a daily podcast with one idea to help you train your most important muscle — your brain — and apply it in real life. I’m John Eades, sharing insights from real leaders, modern psychology, and daily experiences to help you grow and lead with purpose.
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Follow My Lead is a podcast created for you, the young professional, millennial, or aspiring leader. If you are looking for tips, tricks, and hacks from experts about leadership, you are in the right place. Through our interviews we transfer struggles, stories, and best practices of today's leaders to the leaders of tomorrow.
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A daily podcast brought to you by Jordy Culotta. Laughs, good conversation, and luke-warm takes included.
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A sports talk podcast presented by KLSU, LSU's student radio station. We cover everything in the world of sports and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KLSUsports
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What’s the deal with that animal in The Optimistic Outlook logo? In this episode, John reveals why the quokka—often called “the happiest animal on Earth”—became the perfect symbol for contagious optimism, joyful leadership, and emotional energy. 🎯 Want to lead with clarity and joy? Start with the Daily Optimism Blueprint today: 👉 Get it Here…
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Postseason Baseball Is Back In The Box! LSU Baseball Preview vs Arkansas Little Rock | What John Eads Has Learned Covering The LSU Season
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Direct Dialogues: The Leadership Skill Too Many Avoid
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20:55A group of porcupines huddling together in winter provides an unlikely but powerful metaphor for leadership. In this episode, John Eades dives into the critical importance of direct dialogue and the necessity of difficult conversations for team performance, accountability, and growth. You’ll learn: Why avoiding conflict is more harmful than facing …
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Podcast Description: In this episode of The Optimistic Outlook, John shares a personal reflection on worry, its root causes, and a powerful reframe that turns fear into fuel. Featuring a quote from Dan Zadra and a timely reminder to find peace in the present, this episode is a mindset reset for anyone feeling anxious about the future. Subscribe to …
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Has The National Media Finally Caught On To The Potential Of LSU Football In 2025? | When Will College Football Get The Playoff Process Right?
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In this episode of The Optimistic Outlook, John shares a powerful mindset shift: your gifts aren’t meant for you—they’re meant to serve others. Learn how to identify your unique strengths, develop them with purpose, and share them to make an impact. Subscribe to the newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com…
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LSU Baseball Should Throw Its Ace To Start The Regional Off Right | Jacques Doucet On The LSU Regional & More
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Negativity doesn’t just hurt feelings—it destroys team performance. In this episode, John dives into the fascinating research behind the "Bad Apple Effect," exploring how even one negative team member can reduce productivity, increase conflict, and harm morale. Learn how to identify negativity early, why traditional feedback doesn't work, and disco…
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LSU Baseball Seeding Is Revealed & The Road To Omaha Goes Through The Box! | What Do You Think of LSU's Draw & LSU's Chances To Advance
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In this episode of The Optimistic Outlook, John shares a simple but powerful mantra to help overcome imposter syndrome. Whether you’re doubting your abilities or struggling with self-worth, this mindset shift will help you replace fear with belief and silence your inner critic. Subscribe to the newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com…
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Leadership isn't about power, title, or authority. It's about courage, sacrifice, and choosing others over yourself. In this special Memorial Day episode, John shares a powerful story and explores what real leadership truly means—and why humility, responsibility, and genuine curiosity are qualities worth striving for. Listen in to reflect on your o…
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LSU Baseball Takes On Texas A&M In Hoover | Do The Tigers Need To Win To Stay A Top Eight Seed With John Eads
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If you’ve ever wished you could go back and do things differently, you’re not alone. In this episode, John shares a personal story, timeless wisdom from C.S. Lewis and a Chinese Proverb, and a powerful reminder: The past can't be changed, but the present is full of possibility. 📩 Subscribe to the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticout…
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Outside Of Expectations, How LSU Football's 2025 Season Could Be A Watershed Moment For Recruiting With Glen West
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High performers don’t wait to feel motivated—they show up anyway. In this episode, John explores what separates champions from the rest and how the simple habit of acting differently than you feel can change everything. 📩 Subscribe to the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com/…
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The hardest battles aren’t outside you—they’re within. In this episode, John explores the power of your internal voice, why it shapes your success, and the one mountain every leader must learn to conquer. 📩 Subscribe to the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com/By John Eades
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LSU Baseball Gets To Wait & See What The SEC Tourney Has In Store | LSU Gets To Wait And See Who Jeff Landry Anoints As New President
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Most difficult conversations don’t require more skill—they require more courage. In this episode, John shares a quote that might change how you think about confrontation, resentment, and the conversations you’ve been putting off. 📩 Subscribe to the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com/…
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Would You Look At That? LSU Baseball Is Your Number One Ranked Team In The Country | Mikie Mahtook Discusses If LSU Has Done Enough To Be A Top 8 Seed & More
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Every habit starts as a single action. In this episode, John shares a powerful reminder about the link between habits, character, and destiny—and why today’s small step matters more than you think. 📩 Subscribe to the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com/By John Eades
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When there’s no wind in your sails, row. In this episode, we unpack a powerful quote from Coach Molly Miller that reminds us to act even when conditions aren’t perfect. Progress doesn’t require ideal circumstances—it requires effort. You were built to do hard things, and today is a great day to prove it. 📰 Subscribe to the daily Optimistic Outlook …
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Where Do The Top CFB Analysts Rank LSU Football In May? | LSU Baseball vs South Carolina Preview With 247 LSU Insider Bryce Koon
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You become the five people you spend the most time with—but what happens when the people around you hold you back? In today’s episode, I share a lesson a coach once gave me about trees, grass, and growth. If you want to rise, you have to change your proximity. Don’t settle for being surrounded by people who don’t push you to grow. 📰 Subscribe to th…
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LSU Football Game Time vs Clemson Announced | Catching Up With Jacques Doucet | The Derek Carr Saga Comes To An End With Nick Underhill
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Negativity is natural — but that doesn’t mean it’s helpful. In today’s episode, John Eades explains the science behind negativity bias, why positive people still have negative thoughts, and how the skill of replacement can transform your performance and relationships.By John Eades
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Even If You Are As Negative As Possible, It's Hard Not To Bet LSU Football Over 8.5 Wins | LSU Baseball Has Two Aces & People Want A Third
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In this episode of The Optimistic Outlook, John Eades flips the script on entitlement and reminds us that opportunities don’t owe us anything — we owe them. Through a lesson from a former boss and a recent story from coaching youth football, John unpacks how to honor every opportunity by giving your best, with no expectations.…
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LSU Baseball Is Your New No.1 Ranked Team In The Country | Two For Flinching With Mikie Mahtook & Finding A Game 3 Starter & The Tingle & Co. Era Begins
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Courage isn’t reserved for the fearless — it’s a decision we make in spite of fear. In today’s episode, John Eades explores how life expands when we choose courage, why most people misunderstand it, and what Father Mike Schmitz taught him about raising courageous kids. If you’ve been holding back on something important, this episode is your invitat…
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Relationships are one of the few things that last. In this episode, learn how simple check-ins and meaningful connections can change everything — for you and others. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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You don’t need to feel qualified to start — you just need to be committed. This episode will inspire you to take bold steps, even when you don’t feel ready. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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Great Leadership Inspires Followership with Adam Weber
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36:09"Great leadership inspires followership. It get people to follow the strategy. Followership doesn’t happen by just telling people what to do." Adam Weber joins the show in this week's episode. He is the former Chief People Officer at 15Five, co-founder of Emplify, and author of Lead Like a Human. You can learn more about Adam here Interested in boo…
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When you’re losing, you feel like a failure. When you’re winning, you feel unstoppable. But the truth is somewhere in the middle. Learn how to detach your identity from outcomes. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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Talent is common. Discipline is rare. In this episode, discover why the gap between good and great isn’t about what you’re born with — it’s about what you’re willing to do consistently. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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Every second you spend complaining or justifying yourself is a second you lose for action. In today’s episode, John Eades shares a timeless motto for living a bolder, more focused life. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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LSU vs Texas A&M In A Pivotal SEC Series | Todd McShay's Way Too Early '26 Mock Draft Is Dripping W/ Clemson Tigers
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Being coachable isn’t about pride — it’s about growth. In today’s episode, John Eades shares simple ways to show the world you’re willing to learn, adapt, and get better. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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Is LSU Football Still Trying To Pull From The Transfer Portal? | Is Kim Mulkey's Roster The Best She's Had?
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In this heartfelt episode, John reflects on the passing of his family dog, Henry, and the powerful reminder it brought: we often realize the value of something only after it’s gone. Whether it’s a person, a job, or a daily routine, this episode will challenge you to find joy and gratitude in what you have right now. A short but emotional lesson on …
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LSU Baseball Is Addicted To Walk-Offs | WAFB's John Eads On Covering This LSU Baseball Season | Nick Underhill On Derek Carr vs The New Orleans Saints
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Courage isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to act despite it. In today’s episode, John Eades shares a lesson from the PGA Tour about the power of courage and humility in the face of mistakes. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com
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LSU Football & Corey Raymond Continue To Rebuild DBU | Glen West On LSU Football, LSU Baseball Series & LSU Men's Basketball
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Procrastination robs you of progress. In today’s episode, John Eades challenges you to stop putting things off and to take action now. The life you want is built by what you do today — not later. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.comBy John Eades
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LSU Baseball Wins An Epic Series vs Tennessee With The Help Of Alex Box Stadium | Mikie Mahtook Joins Us To DIscuss The Weekend & More!
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Do people feel your passion when you walk into a room? In today’s episode, John Eades shares why passion isn’t something you find — it’s something you cultivate. Life’s too short to be anything less than passionate. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com…
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LSU Football Has ANOTHER Top Five Pick In Will Campbell | Did The Saints Actually Have A Plan In The NFL Draft? | LSU Baseball vs Tennessee
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Everything is hard at first, but persistence changes you—not the task. Inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson, John Eades shares how overcoming challenges isn’t about changing the difficulty but increasing your strength. Keep going; your mountains will shrink. 👉 Sign up for the Optimistic Outlook newsletter: https://optimisticoutlook.beehiiv.com…
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The 2025 NFL Draft Prospectus | Everything Mickey Loomis Babbled About For The Upcoming New Orleans Saints Season | What Will The Saints Do In The Draft?
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