Introspection Meets Drive | Mike Smith on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano

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Squid Game is back—and this time, the knives are out. In the thrilling Season 3 premiere, Player 456 is spiraling and a brutal round of hide-and-seek forces players to kill or be killed. Hosts Phil Yu and Kiera Please break down Gi-hun’s descent into vengeance, Guard 011’s daring betrayal of the Game, and the shocking moment players are forced to choose between murdering their friends… or dying. Then, Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta from the Jumpers Jump podcast join us to unpack their wild theories for the season. Plus, Phil and Kiera face off in a high-stakes round of “Hot Sweet Potato.” SPOILER ALERT! Make sure you watch Squid Game Season 3 Episode 1 before listening on. Play one last time. IG - @SquidGameNetflix X (f.k.a. Twitter) - @SquidGame Check out more from Phil Yu @angryasianman , Kiera Please @kieraplease and the Jumpers Jump podcast Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . Squid Game: The Official Podcast is produced by Netflix and The Mash-Up Americans.…

28 days ago 31:26

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Mike Smith had many successful years in executive-level finance roles in the sports and entertainment industry before realizing his true passion was people and talent. He is now the Founder of Huddle Advisory, a firm that guides leaders and teams to their potential. We talk about introspection, prioritizing your goals, and the power of good leadership.
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Introspection Meets Drive | Mike Smith on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano

Keep the Line Moving

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The Walk-On Method | Jim Roddy on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:22

21 days ago31:22

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Jim Roddy is an Author, Coach, President of RSPA and former walk-on basketball player at Gannon University. He took the unique lessons he learned while becoming a walk-on and wrote the book The Walk-On Method to Career and Business Success . We talk about case studies from the book, how he coached small businesses, and the importance of empowering your team. Keep up with Jim Website: http://www.jimroddycba.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Jim-Roddy/author/B008BLB068?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimroddy1 Twitter: https://x.com/Jim_Roddy Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Introspection Meets Drive | Mike Smith on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:26

28 days ago31:26

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Mike Smith had many successful years in executive-level finance roles in the sports and entertainment industry before realizing his true passion was people and talent. He is now the Founder of Huddle Advisory, a firm that guides leaders and teams to their potential. We talk about introspection, prioritizing your goals, and the power of good leadership. Keep up with Mike Huddle: https://huddleadvisory.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-p-smith Twitter: https://x.com/HuddleAdvisory Keep up with me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Open Communication | Dennis Trapani on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 35:33

5 weeks ago35:33

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Dennis Trapani is the Associate Athletics Director for Creative Services at the University of Wyoming. He was also the chair for the 2025 Sports Video Group College Summit, where we met while speaking on a panel about mental health in the media and production industry. We talk about how Dennis supports his team, adjusting how you work to fit your needs, and forming strong connections. Keep up with Dennis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-trapani/ Twitter: https://x.com/dennis_trapani?l Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dennis.trapani/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Leading with Intention | Julie Zwissler on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 33:35

6 weeks ago33:35

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Julie Zwissler is the Global Chief Marketing Officer at Office Beacon. She has over 20 years of entertainment marketing experience, including with CBS, Time Warner, and CJ E&M. We talk about the importance of telling impactful stories, why leaders need to have a growth mindset, and the power of networking. Keep up with Julie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliezwissler/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Flexible Leadership | Kevin Eikenberry on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 29:56

7 weeks ago29:56

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Kevin Eikenberry is a leadership consultant, coach, speaker, and author of Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Kevin’s company, the Kevin Eikenberry Group has been helping organizations, teams and individuals reach their potential since 1993. We talk about his new book, why he became a leadership coach, and how he inspires his clients. Keep up with Kevin Website: https://kevineikenberry.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry Book: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible-leadership/ Gift: https://kevineikenberry.com/gift Podcast: https://kevineikenberry.com/podcasts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevineikenberry/ Twitter: https://x.com/KevinEikenberry Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Overcoming your Shadows | Phil Neil on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 32:00

8 weeks ago32:00

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Phil Neil is a serial entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and consultant. While building a $70 Million company, he experienced the many highs and lows of entrepreneurship. He now uses what he learned to help others navigate their journeys. We talk about juggling work and family, overcoming your inner doubts, and taking risks. Keep up with Phil Website: https://philneil.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-neil/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Mental Fitness | Dr. Emily Anhalt on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 33:16

9 weeks ago33:16

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Dr. Emily Anhalt is a clinical psychologist, consultant, speaker, author, and Co-Founder of Coa, an online gym for mental health. Her book, which releases today, is called Flex Your Feelings: Train Your Brain to Develop the 7 Traits of Emotional Fitness. We talk about prioritizing your mental health, the rise of burnout, and how leaders can help their teams by helping themselves. Keep up with Dr. Anhalt Website: https://www.dremilyanhalt.com/ Flex Your Feelings: https://www.dremilyanhalt.com/book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dremilyanhalt/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dremilyanhalt/ Twitter: https://x.com/dremilyanhalt Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Being a Servant Leader | Todd Cherches on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:19

10 weeks ago31:19

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This week’s guest is Todd Cherches, Executive Coach, TEDX Speaker, Professor, and Author of VisuaLeadership. Todd left the cut-throat entertainment industry to help create better leaders. We talk about the bad bosses who made him want to be different, the importance of continuous learning, and having a servant leadership mindset. Keep up with Todd Website: https://www.toddcherches.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddcherches/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddcherches/ Twitter: https://x.com/toddcherches Book: https://www.toddcherches.com/book Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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The Next Generation | Erin Knox & Alessandro Gherardi on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 39:22

11 weeks ago39:22

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For the first time on KTLM, I’m joined by not one, but two of my former NYU students. Both Alessandro Gherardi and Erin Knox took my Leadership class at New York University. Alessandro and Erin are both now leaders at Lega Serie A and the Los Angeles Clippers respectively. We talk about the lessons they learned while at NYU, their experience entering the workforce, and what they’ve learned on their leadership journeys. Keep up with Alessandro: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandro-gherardi-b732371a6/ Keep up with Erin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-knox-420249107/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Overcoming Adversity | Sean Lee on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 33:05

12 weeks ago33:05

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Sean Lee joined the tech department at Universal Pictures at 19 years old and has worked his way up in media, entertainment and tech, now is the CEO of OpenDrives. At OpenDrives, he and his team are leading the industry with enterprise data management and storage solutions for media and entertainment. We talk about servant leadership, overcoming imposter syndrome, and a people-first culture. Keep up with Sean LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanalexanderlee/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Creating Connections | Elisa Padilla on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 32:23

13 weeks ago32:23

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Elisa Padilla is an award-winning CMO with experience at the Brooklyn Nets, New York Islanders, Apple, the New York Red Bulls and more. She shares her decades of experience through her company, Kick It by EP. We talk about her experience opening Barclays Center, how marketing requires an open-mind, and her reverse mentoring mentality. Keep up with Elisa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-padilla/ Website: https://www.kickitbyep.com/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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How to Approach AI | Matt Beane on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 34:15

14 weeks ago34:15

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We’ve all experienced the rise of AI technology in the workplace, but are we approaching it in the best way? Author and Professor of technology management, Matt Beane shares his thoughts as explained in his book, The Skill Code: How to Save Human Ability in an Age of Intelligent Machines. We talk about responsible ways to utilize AI, retaining our skills, and maintaining connection. Keep up with Matt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbeane/ Twitter: https://x.com/mattbeane The Skill Code: https://www.amazon.ca/Skill-Code-Ability-Intelligent-Machines/dp/0063337797 Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Paying it Forward | Tracy Belmear on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 36:07

15 weeks ago36:07

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Tracy Belmear is the Vice President of North East Sales at Prodigy 911. Tracy and I met while at the New York Jets, where he was Senior Director of Business Development while also teaching at Columbia and NYU. We talk about working to help others, the power of humility, and making authentic connections. Keep up with Tracy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-belmear-a784447/ Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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The Human Side of Strategy | Stephan Meier on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:32

16 weeks ago31:32

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Today’s guest is Stephan Meier, a professor at Columbia Business School and Author of The Employee Advantage . Stephan studies how motivation beyond income maximization impacts organizations. We talk about viewing employees the same way we view customers, investing time into your employees, and the changes we can make within our organizations. Keep up with Stephan Website: https://www.stephanmeier.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-meier-cbs/ Twitter: https://x.com/meier_steph Book: https://www.stephanmeier.com/book/the-employee-advantage Keep up with Me Apple Podcasts: Keep the Line Moving Spotify: Keep the Line Moving Website: https://www.garganoleadership.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gargano-leadership-group TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garganoleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garganoleadershipgroup/…

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Joyful Work | Brigid Schulte on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:48

17 weeks ago31:48