Best Sharp Tongued Podcasts (2025)

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Is Bill Belichick OK? | Dr. Peluso 31:36

10d ago31:36

31:36

This week, board uncertified with a Ph.D in THC, Dr. Peluso is back to answer your questions about WTF is going on with Bill Belichick, how much brisket is too much brisket, and how much she loves Uncle Baby Billy. SUBMIT YOUR DR.P Qs: Every SUN on IG STORY: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/jessimaepelus⁠ Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Je…

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Jo Watson: From "Shush, Sweetheart" to Sharp Tongued Storyteller 59:48

23d ago59:48

59:48

You’re in for a treat (and probably a few spit-take laughs) in this episode with Jo Watson – the copywriter hired by people with great taste in copywriters. We go back in time to awkward teenage work placements, waitress tips from nuns, misogyny in football, and that moment Jo literally walked out of a toxic meeting — holiday booked, no job lined u…

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Andy Storch: From Drifting to Designed: A Story of Owning Your Life (One Journal Entry at a Time) 48:53

2d ago48:53

48:53

What do mowing lawns, being “too social,” and moving your family across the world have in common? They’re all part of Andy Storch’s journey, from drifting through early career choices to building a purpose-driven life and business. In this episode, Andy and I swap stories on the underestimated power of journaling, why your "weakness" might actually…

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"Blood of the Idugan" by Lilia Zhang + " Beak" by Ian Muneshwar 1:07:55

1d ago1:07:55

1:07:55

This episode features "Blood of the Idugan" by Lilia Zhang (©2025 by Lilia Zhang) read by Justine Eyre, and " Beak" by Ian Muneshwar (©2025 by Ian Muneshwar) read by Janina Edwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Bianca and Mike: from Recorder Lessons & Refereeing to Reinvention 49:13

9d ago49:13

49:13

Pull up a chair... this episode is a coffee chat with two brilliant minds in Learning and Development who followed wildly different paths to end up co-authoring a book that’s about to change the L&D game. Bianca Baumann and Mike Taylor didn’t plan to work together. In fact, they didn’t even meet in person until after their first joint workshop. But…

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JB Ryan: From a job that paid the bills to a career that lights her up 1:01:35

17d ago1:01:35

1:01:35

If you've ever felt stuck in a role that didn’t reflect your potential — this episode is your permission slip to dream bigger and move boldly. In this powerful conversation, JB Ryan shares her career story — from waiting tables in Johannesburg and working as a bank teller, to leading a billion-dollar sales team in the U.S. and writing a book on con…

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Becoming a Business-Critical Partner in L&D: The Shift That Changes Everything 18:18

19d ago18:18

18:18

If you’re tired of being seen as the “training person”… if you’re done waiting for a seat at the table… this is the episode where everything changes. In Episode 4 of this series, we’re talking about what it really takes to go from order-taker to strategic partner—and finally be seen as a business-critical leader in Learning & Development. You’ll le…

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The DiCaprio Effect | Jessimae Peluso 36:27

20d ago36:27

36:27

Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae will be available right here in a few weeks. I will have interviews with my favorite comedians, actors, authors and more about life and loss. Regular Sharp Tongue episodes will be available on my patreon page. This week Jessimae discusses her adventures from the Moontower comedy festival in A…

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"Old Brooklyn Magic" by Ian Li + "Glory Hole" by Neal Auch 23:58

22d ago23:58

23:58

This episode features "Old Brooklyn Magic" by Ian Li (©2025 by Ian Li) and "Glory Hole" by Neal Auch (©2025 by Neal Auch), both read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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How to Measure the Impact of L&D (Way Beyond ROI) 20:07

26d ago20:07

20:07

Let’s be real, most L&D measurement? It’s garbage. Completion rates, smiley sheets, post-training quizzes… they might look good in a report, but they don’t prove business impact. And leadership knows it. In this episode, I break down exactly why traditional L&D metrics fall short—and how to start tracking what actually matters. You’ll learn how to:…

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You Only Get One Life Pt. 2 | Toby Morse 1:35:17

27d ago1:35:17

1:35:17

This week is part 2 episode! A swapcast with hardcore straight edge singer from H20, and host of One Life One Chance podcast Toby Morse to discuss ageism, the danger of technology in our love life, lack of sex education, how porn desensitizes us, the entertainer’s heart, and how to find a healthy relationship with grief. Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new…

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Heather Burright: From "just put it in 2 slides" to building respect and saving lives 44:47

1M ago44:47

44:47

This is a story of quiet confidence and big impact. In this episode, I talk with nonprofit learning strategist Heather Burright about the real impact Learning & Development can have—beyond the slide deck. We dive into how she accidentally fell in love with instructional design, the power of raising your hand for opportunities, and how to earn respe…

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Align learning with the business strategy 21:21

1M ago21:21

21:21

Most L&D teams get this completely backward. They lead with training instead of business strategy—and then wonder why nothing changes. In this episode, we’re flipping the script. I’ll walk you through the exact 5-step method I use—called the L&D Satellite View—to align learning with business priorities. This isn’t about running more workshops. It’s…

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You Only Get One Life Pt. 1 | Toby Morse 1:54:58

1M ago1:54:58

1:54:58

This week is a BONUS episode! A swapcast with hardcore straight edge singer from H20, and host of One Life One Chance podcast Toby Morse to discuss living in abundance, grocery store commercialism, being the class clown, the failure of the education system, and the NYC grind. Hope you enjoy! Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae …

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Danny Delvecchio: From Cabana Boy to LinkedIn Video King 58:21

1M ago58:21

58:21

Danny Del Vecchio: From Cabana Boy to Video Content King of LinkedIn — a story of grit, growth, and getting paid to be yourself online What if your lowest moment was actually the beginning of your best chapter? In this episode, I’m joined by Danny Del Vecchio, the video content strategist behind some of LinkedIn’s most recognizable creators. But be…

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How To Handle Narcissists | Dr. Peluso 52:04

1M ago52:04

52:04

This week, board uncertified with a Ph.D in THC, Dr. Peluso is back to answer your questions about boundaries after breakups, moving to a new country, Stamos Kiss and Tell, and how to deal with Narcissists. SUBMIT YOUR DR.P Qs: Every SUN on IG STORY: http://www.instagram.com/jessimaepelus Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae wil…

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"A Girl Goes on a Date Alone at Night" by Cynthia Gómez + "The Witchdoctor’s Revenge" by Nuzo Onoh 1:22:00

1M ago1:22:00

1:22:00

This episode features "A Girl Goes on a Date Alone at Night" by Cynthia Gómez (©2025 by Cynthia Gómez) read by Alison Belle Bews, and "The Witchdoctor’s Revenge" by Nuzo Onoh (©2025 by Nuzo Onoh) read by Mirron Willis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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What is Strategic Learning and Development, and why is it important? 19:56

1M ago19:56

19:56

In this kickoff episode of the Strategic L&D for Business Impact series, we’re getting straight to the heart of what it really means to be strategic in learning and development. If you’re tired of being seen as a support function—if you’re done with L&D being the first to get cut when budgets shrink—this episode will challenge how you think, and ch…

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Paul Matthews: From Sahara Guide to L&D Pioneer – A Story of Learning by Living 44:03

1M ago44:03

44:03

Ever wonder how someone goes from grubbing weeds in New Zealand to running a global L&D software company? This episode of Development Nerds dives into the wildly unexpected career journey of Paul Matthews, mechanical engineer turned desert explorer turned learning strategy pioneer. We talk gorilla encounters (yes, really), sheep logic, overland exp…

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Ready to step into strategic L&D? This is your next step 15:49

2M ago15:49

15:49

In this episode of Development Nerds, Candice Mitchell peels back the layers of the Talent Development Academy (TDA) to reveal why it's a game-changer for learning and development professionals. From exclusive frameworks and expert guidance to a supportive community that truly understands your challenges, TDA offers more than just another training …

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An American Girl In Poland | Jessimae Peluso 52:36

2M ago52:36

52:36

This week Jessimae discusses her new movie, traveling in Poland with the USO, the problem with equality, and almost dying in Kansas. Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae will be available right here in a few weeks. I will have interviews with my favorite comedians, actors, authors and more about life and loss. Regular Sharp Tong…

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Christopher Lind: From Paperboy to CLO 54:43

2M ago54:43

54:43

Ever had a job so random that it had nothing to do with where you ended up? Christopher Lind has had several. From assembling anchors and selling Camel Cigarettes to building corporate learning programs that made more money than the company’s products, Christopher’s career has been anything but traditional. In this episode of Development Nerds, he …

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"Touch This Cancer, It Probably Won't Bite" by Josh Pearce + "Pezcara" by Ana Hurtado 31:44

2M ago31:44

31:44

This episode features "Touch This Cancer, It Probably Won't Bite" by Josh Pearce (©2025 by Josh Pearce) read by Stefan Rudnicki, and "Pezcara" by Ana Hurtado (©2025 by Ana Hurtado) read by Roxanne Hernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Leading Teams and Projects: Essential Skills for L&D Professionals 34:56

2M ago34:56

34:56

You can have the best learning strategy in the world, but if you can’t execute, it doesn’t matter. L&D professionals are expected to drive learning across entire organizations, yet we rarely have direct authority over the people, budgets, or KPIs we need to influence. We have to lead without authority, gain buy-in from multiple stakeholders, and ex…

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Jess Almie: From Squeegeeing Locker Rooms to Elevating Talent Development 47:46

2M ago47:46

47:46

What happens when you go from squeegeeing a locker room floor for $3.85 an hour to leading Learning & Development strategy at a Fortune 500 company? Jess Almie knows firsthand. Her journey from babysitting her nine younger siblings to shaking up the L&D industry is nothing short of fascinating. In this episode, Jess gets real about the pivotal mome…

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Building Influence: How to Lead Without Authority 32:37

2M ago32:37

32:37

So, you want to be a leader in L&D, but you don’t have a big title, a team, or decision-making power? Here’s the truth: Leadership isn’t about authority—it’s about influence. And influence is something you can build, no matter your role. Some of the most powerful people in organizations aren’t executives—they’re the trusted voices, the ones who sha…

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F Marry Kill | Director Laura Murphy 1:11:25

2M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

This week we welcome Girl Code director, and director of the new movie F Marry Kill Laura "Troll Hunter" Murphy to discuss the state of the industry, the process of adoption, and how to navigate motherhood and pursuing a dream. Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae will be available right here in a few weeks. I will have intervie…

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Yogi Mueller: From Theme Parks to Transformational Leadership 43:23

2M ago43:23

43:23

How do you go from working at Disney to running your own leadership consulting firm? Yogi Mueller’s journey is one of reinvention, resilience, and relentless curiosity. In this episode, we cover: 🔹 How he accidentally found his way into L&D (and never looked back) 🔹 The hardest year of his career & what it taught him about leadership 🔹 The power of…

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"sharp house" by Samir Sirk Morató + "The Tugwort" by Lincoln Michel 45:01

2M ago45:01

45:01

This episode features "sharp house" by Samir Sirk Morató (©2025 by Samir Sirk Morató) read by Stefan Rudnicki, and "The Tugwort" by Lincoln Michel (©2025 by Lincoln Michel) read by Roxanne Hernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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When Things Go Wrong: How Great L&D Leaders Navigate Challenges 23:19

2M ago23:19

23:19

Things will go wrong in L&D. Budgets get cut. Projects stall. Stakeholders resist. The real test of leadership isn’t if you face challenges, it’s how you respond to them. In this episode, we’re breaking down: 🔹 Why leadership isn’t about avoiding challenges but navigating them 🔹 The three leadership mindsets that help you thrive under pressure 🔹 A …

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Dr. Keith Keating: From Self-Doubt to Self-Made: A story of building a career that matters 37:36

2M ago37:36

37:36

What does it take to rewrite your story? Dr. Keith Keating has lived it. From dropping out of high school and working in fast food to becoming a CLO, an academic advisor for an Ivy League university, and an author, his journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and sheer determination. In this episode, Dr. Keith shares his unconventional career pat…

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Where Have All The Cowboys Gone? | Jessimae Peluso 48:30

2M ago48:30

48:30

This week Jessimae discusses Rip Wheeler, throwing rocks at glass houses, elevator etiquette, getting phone scammed by her neice, and an escaped Emu. Emoo? Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae will be available right here in a few weeks. I will have interviews with my favorite comedians, actors, authors and more about life and l…

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"in your mind, they still dance" by Ariya Bandy + "In Our Skin" by Kelsea Yu 39:19

2M ago39:19

39:19

This is episode features "in your mind, they still dance" by Ariya Bandy (©2025 by Ariya Bandy) read by Susan Hanfield, and "In Our Skin" by Kelsea Yu (©2025 by Kelsea Yu) read by Judy Young. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Why leadership skills matter in L&D 28:02

3M ago28:02

28:02

Are You Leading in L&D, Or Just Taking Orders? The Mindset Shift You Need Too many Learning & Development (L&D) professionals are stuck in a support role, waiting for permission to lead. But here’s the truth: leadership isn’t about your title—it’s about your impact. If you're tired of being brought in at the last minute to "execute training" instea…

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Kelsea Warren: From Running on Empty to Running a Business That Heals 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

Burnout doesn’t just happen to people in toxic workplaces—it can happen even when you’re deeply passionate about your work. That was the case for Kelsea Warren, who, after years in mental health and therapy, found herself drained, exhausted, and questioning whether she could keep going. In this episode, Kelsea shares how she made the bold decision …

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Real world experience vs. Credentials: what matters more? 25:13

3M ago25:13

25:13

In this episode of Development Nerds, Candice Mitchell challenges the conventional wisdom in the L&D world by asking: Which truly carries more weight—real-world experience or certifications? Dive into a conversation that goes beyond credentials to explore how the right mindset and the ability to apply knowledge effectively can set you apart as a le…

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David Gilbert: From Climbing the Ladder to Finding the Right Hill: A Career Reinvention Story 56:19

3M ago56:19

56:19

Join us in this episode of Development Nerds as David Gilbert shares his unconventional career journey— from working at a deli restaurant at age 14 to becoming a successful voice actor. Discover how he found his 'Emerald City' and learn actionable insights on pushing your own boulder up the right hill. This is one you won't want to miss! David Gilb…

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The Rules Of Dating | Dr. Peluso 46:19

3M ago46:19

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This week we welcome back board UNcertified with a PhD in ThC, Dr. Peluso, to discuss Serena Williams crip walking at the Super Bowl, who deserves receiving Valentine's Day cards, and why you're so aggressive. Hey Sharp Tonguers! The new Dying Laughing with Jessimae will be available right here in a few weeks. I will have interviews with my favorit…

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"The Sound a Rabbit Might Make" by Bruce McAllister + "God of the Black Moon" by Dan Stintzi 56:14

3M ago56:14

56:14

This episode features "The Sound a Rabbit Might Make" by Bruce McAllister (©2025 by Bruce McAllister) and "God of the Black Moon" by Dan Stintzi (©2025 by Dan Stintzi), both read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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How to choose L&D qualifications that will actually support your career 32:54

3M ago32:54

32:54

In this episode of Development Nerds, Candice Mitchell dives deep into the crucial decisions around choosing the right Learning and Development (L&D) qualifications that will genuinely propel your career forward. Explore the common mistakes professionals make when selecting courses and discover the power of integrating knowledge from fields beyond …

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Tara Rynders: From Giving to Receiving: Redefining Care in the Workplace 39:15

3M ago39:15

39:15

Join us as Tara Rynders (MFA BSN BA RN) (she/her) reveals the transformative power of play and care in the workplace, sharing her deeply personal journey from nurse to artistic healer and how a simple act of receiving care redefined her life's mission. Tara Rynders, she/her, RN, MFA, BSN, BA aka "the dancing nurse" is a speaker, storytelling, resea…

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