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Beyond Speaking

274 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratings

In-depth conversations with the world’s most in-demand keynote speakers. Learn valuable secret insights from some of today’s best presenters and experts in business, leadership and more.

World-class motivational speakers share some of the best stories they use to motivate and inspire millions. Each guest’s stories convey valuable lessons for leaders, managers, and anyone striving for excellence in work and life. The host of the podcast, Brian Lord, has worked with the world’s top speakers for more than twenty years and uses this experience to draw out the full value each guest has to offer.

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Episodes

The Courage To Unlearn with Terence Mauri

January 31, 2023 09:38 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Terence Mauri, Founder of Hack Future Lab, a global think tank, and Partner with MIT Solve, an initiative to address world challenges, brings decades of experience and knowledge sharing cutting edge principles on the future of leadership. Learn more about bringing Terrence in to speak: https://premierespeakers.com/terence_mauri

The Customer Experience with Elizabeth Dixon

January 24, 2023 09:49 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Chick-fil-A Executive and customer experience expert Elizabeth Dixon stopped by to share lessons she learned from Truett and Dan Cathy, why details matter, and techniques to keep customers from abandoning brands. Learn more about bringing Elizabeth in to speak: https://premierespeakers.com/elizabeth_dixon

How To Be Creative with Duncan Wardle

January 17, 2023 10:23 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Former VP of Innovation & Creativity at The Walt Disney Company Duncan Wardle shares how everyone can be creative, how Disney works to innovate and the time Roger Rabbit met Princess Diana. Learn more about bringing Duncan in to speak: https://premierespeakers.com/duncan_wardle

Handling Burnout & Bringing Change with Michael Bonner

January 10, 2023 10:15 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

Disruptive innovator, entrepreneur, and Ellen Degeneres' favorite teacher Michael Bonner shares techniques for handling burnout in 2023 by setting yourself up for daily success, why change can make others uncomfortable, and how to create power moments. To learn more about Michael visit: https://premierespeakers.com/michael_bonner

Understanding Uncertainty with Beau Lotto

December 13, 2022 09:53 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Renowned neuroscientist and entrepreneur, Beau Lotto, has spent decades studying the way we see—and in his three-time mainstage TED talks with over 7 million views, he shows us how to see differently. As Lotto puts it, "the brain never sees the world as it actually is, only the world that is useful to see." By illuminating these principles of perception, Lotto helps companies overcome biases, embrace uncertainty, transform their approach to creativity, and unlock innovation.   To learn more...

Super Bowl Winning Leadership Techniques with Darren Woodson

November 22, 2022 09:30 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

A three-time Super Bowl champion and five-time Pro Bowl selection, Darren Woodson is often recognized as one of the greatest players to wear a Dallas Cowboys uniform. Darren shares leadership techniques he learned from Bill Parcells, how to create a successful team culture and more. Learn more about bringing Darren to your next event visit: https://premierespeakers.com/darren-woodson Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Social Media Culture & Making Brands Human with Crystal Washington

November 15, 2022 09:03 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Crystal Washington, CSP works with organizations that want to leverage technology to increase profits and productivity! As a technology strategist and certified futurist, Crystal takes complex social media, app, and web topics and makes them easy to understand and accessible for everyday people. Crystal's clients comprise Fortune 500 companies including Google, Microsoft, and GE, and as a sought-after keynote speaker, she has entertained and educated audiences around the globe.    Learn mor...

Quiet Quitting & The New Future of Work with Seth Mattison

November 14, 2022 21:30 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Seth is an internationally recognized thought leader, advisor, and top-rated keynote speaker on talent management, change and innovation, digital transformation, leadership, and the future of work.  His research, case studies, and thought leadership focus on inspiring audiences while sharing actionable strategies to drive meaningful outcomes for individuals and their organizations. He also coaches high-performing leaders with practical, life-tested ideas, concepts, and frameworks to elevate ...

Do What You Can With What You Have with Doc Hendley

November 08, 2022 09:26 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Doc Hendley is proof that anyone, even a tattooed keg-tapper, can cure what ails the world. In 2003 Doc Hendley dreamed up the concept of Wine To Water while bartending and playing music in nightclubs around Raleigh, North Carolina. In January of 2004 he held his first fundraiser and by August was living in Darfur, Sudan installing water systems for victims of the government-supported genocide. When Doc returned home in 2005, the haunting memories of what he had seen in Darfur drove him to...

Running a Non Profit with Doc Hendley

November 08, 2022 09:26 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Doc Hendley is proof that anyone, even a tattooed keg-tapper, can cure what ails the world. In 2003 Doc Hendley dreamed up the concept of Wine To Water while bartending and playing music in nightclubs around Raleigh, North Carolina. In January of 2004 he held his first fundraiser and by August was living in Darfur, Sudan installing water systems for victims of the government-supported genocide. When Doc returned home in 2005, the haunting memories of what he had seen in Darfur drove him to...

The Future of Work with Seth Mattison

November 01, 2022 08:58 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Workforce Strategist and Management Trendspotter Seth Mattison sits down with Brian to talk about making the most of difficult circumstances, how to develop our skills and relationships personally and professionally, and how to set a path forward for success. To learn more about Seth Mattison visit: https://premierespeakers.com/seth_mattison  Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Jim Palmer - Making it to The World Series

October 25, 2022 08:02 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Hall of Fame pitcher and broadcaster for the Baltimore Orioles Jim Palmer shares about life in the minor leagues, the oriole way and the importance of adoption. Learn more about Jim Palmer: https://premierespeakers.com/jim_palmer

Mary C Kelly - Managing Crisis

October 18, 2022 09:13 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

Mary C Kelly specializes in leadership growth that helps organizations improve their profitability and productivity, especially in finance, insurance, real estate, and manufacturing. One of the first female graduates of the Naval Academy, Mary served 25 years on active duty, mostly in Asia, leading multi-cultural teams in nine countries. Her remarkable career of service included working as an intelligence officer, a chief of police, an HR director, and a chief of staff, as well as training m...

René Carayol - Management vs Leadership & Creating Inclusion

October 04, 2022 08:50 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Rene is one of the world's leading executive coaches, working with some of the Fortune 500's and FTSE 100's top Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and their executive teams.   He speaks with the authority and confidence of an expert and leader who has seen and experienced it all before. Rene draws much from his own unique experiences as Managing Director at IPC Magazines and serving on a variety of boards including Pepsi, IPC Media, and the Inland Revenue.   Rene has acquired a reputation for...

Jenn Lim - The Future of Work and Happiness

September 27, 2022 08:36 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

Jenn Lim is the founder and bestselling author of Beyond Happiness and CEO of Delivering Happiness (DH), a company she and Tony Hsieh (the late CEO of Zappos.com) cofounded to create happier company cultures for a more profitable and sustainable approach to business. Delivering Happiness started as a book (New York Times and WSJ Bestseller, which sold one million copies worldwide) and evolved into a business consultancy and global movement that has impacted and inspired hundreds of companies...

Travis Mills - Recalibrated Quadruple Amputee Warrior

September 13, 2022 07:51 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

Retired US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills shares his story of becoming a quadruple amputee on his 25th birthday, going through a ketamine coma, and steps to overcoming adversity. To learn more about Travis Mills visit: https://premierespeakers.com/travis_mills Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Col Mark Tillman - Flying Air Force One on 9/11

September 11, 2022 06:30 - 20 minutes - 38 MB

Former Air Force One Pilot Col. Mark Tillman shares his untold story of flying the president on 9/11, deciphering information in the fog of war and bringing the Commander-in-Chief to Ground Zero. To learn more about Col. Mark Tillman  visit: https://premierespeakers.com/mark_tillman Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Brian Palmer - 50 Years in the Speaking Industry

September 01, 2022 15:50 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Premiere Speakers CEO Shawn Hanks sits down with National Speakers Bureau Senior Vice President Brian Palmer to reflect on his 50 years in the speaking industry. Brian answers questions on how the speaking world has changed over the years, his first booking, and advice to speakers to make a great event.  You can learn more about Brian Palmer by visiting: https://nationalspeakers.com/ Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Joe Theismann - Leadership, Life Change & Lawrence Taylor

August 23, 2022 08:51 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Superbowl champion, broadcaster, and entrepreneur Joe Theismann talks leadership lessons from some of the NFL greats, how to handle life changes, and his relationship with the man that ended his career. To learn more about Joe Theismann visit: https://premierespeakers.com/joe_theismann Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Mike Singletary - NFL Leadership Part

August 16, 2022 08:52 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MB

One of the greatest linebackers in NFL history Mike Singletary shares his real thoughts about the Super Bowl Shuffle 35 years later, reflects on the leadership of Walter Payton and answers fan questions. To learn more about Mike Singletary visit: https://premierespeakers.com/mike_singletary Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Mike Singletary - NFL Leadership

August 16, 2022 08:52 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MB

One of the greatest linebackers in NFL history Mike Singletary shares his real thoughts about the Super Bowl Shuffle 35 years later, reflects on the leadership of Walter Payton and answers fan questions. To learn more about Mike Singletary visit: https://premierespeakers.com/mike_singletary Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Handling the New Workplace with Bruce Tulgan

August 09, 2022 08:06 - 29 minutes - 54 MB

Founder and CEO of RainmakerThinking, Inc shares how to find skilled talent in the current job market, the 3 biggest mistakes when it comes to hiring and how to truly gain influence. To learn more about Bruce Tulgan visit: https://premierespeakers.com/bruce_tulgan

Caring Leadership and Positive Power with Heather R Younger

August 03, 2022 16:02 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

Founder and CEO of Employee Fanatix, a leading employee engagement, and consulting firm Heather R Younger stopped by to share how to become a better listener, leader and human.   To learn more about Heather R Younger visit: https://premierespeakers.com/heather_younger

John Register - The New Normal Mindset

July 19, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

Paralympic medalist and veteran John Register shares his story of losing his leg after a track and field event, developing resilience, and choosing the new normal mindset.   To learn more about John Register visit: https://premierespeakers.com/john_register

Stacey Hanke - Communicating in a Hybrid World

July 13, 2022 14:38 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Communication & Influence Strategist Stacey Hanke shares techniques on how to communicate in a hybrid work environment, the importance of brevity, and the 3 common misconceptions about personal communication as a leader.   To learn more about Stacey Hanke visit: https://premierespeakers.com/stacey_hanke

Alex Banayan - Choosing The Third Door

June 28, 2022 14:56 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

The youngest bestselling business author in American history Alex Banayan shares his journey to creating the third door chronicles including his powerful moment with Quincy Jones, how implicit messages are incredibly important and how success and failure can be the same thing. To learn more about bringing Alex to your next event visit: https://premierespeakers.com/alex_banayan Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Dean Karnazes - The Runner's High

June 14, 2022 08:30 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Men's Fitness fittest man on the planet, Dean Karnazes answers fan questions sharing his experience running on the Silk Road, how to fight apathy and how he turned endurance running into a business. To learn more about bringing Dan to your next event visit: https://premierespeakers.com/dean_karnazes Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Jason Young - Creating a Successful Workplace Culture

June 07, 2022 13:48 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Former Southwest Airlines customer service manager and workplace culture expert Jason Young shares how to lower tension at the office, the cycles of culture, and building teamwork between different generations.   To learn more about Jason Young visit: https://premierespeakers.com/jason_young Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Keni Thomas - The First Hand Story of Black Hawk Down

May 31, 2022 13:32 - 22 minutes - 40.9 MB

Special Forces Army Ranger and award-winning country music artist, Keni Thomas, as he shares his part in the story made famous by Ridley Scott's movie Black Hawk Down. To learn more about Keni Thomas visit: https://premierespeakers.com/keni_thomas Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Robyn Benincasa - How To Build an Award Winning Team

May 24, 2022 07:38 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Adventure racing world champion and CNN hero Robyn Benincasa - shares the 8 essential elements of teamwork, how ego plays into team building, and how to choose great people to build a successful team. Learn more about Robyn Benincasa: https://premierespeakers.com/robyn_benincasa Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Erik Qualman - How to Focus in the Age of Social Media

May 17, 2022 08:31 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Digital leadership expert Erik Qualman shares how to use cowboy scheduling to stay present, the un-selfie mentality, and being good at saying no. Learn more about Erik Qualman: https://premierespeakers.com/erik_qualman Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Justin Forsett - Making it in the NFL

May 10, 2022 07:47 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

NFL Pro Bowl Running back and Shark Tank Entrepreneur Justin Forsett shares some of his toughest moments on the field, being roommates with the mercurial Marshawn Lynch and the importance of having a huddle. Learn more about Justin Forsett: https://premierespeakers.com/justin_forsett Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Josh Linkner - Accelerating Creativity

May 03, 2022 17:25 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Five-time tech entrepreneur, hyper-growth CEO, and creative trouble maker Josh Linkner shares how to handle a total reset, a challenge to grow creativity every day, and how creating a fake competitor can lead to innovation. Learn more about Josh Linkner: https://premierespeakers.com/josh_linkner Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Princess Sarah Culberson - Finding Out You're a Princess

April 26, 2022 08:05 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Top diversity and inclusion speaker and Princess of Sierra Leone shares her story of finding out her royal family ties in college, why community is paramount to success, and how to embrace the uncomfortable. To learn more about Princess Sarah Culberson visit: https://premierespeakers.com/sarah_culberson Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

David Nurse - The NBA All Star Mindset

April 19, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

NBA Mindset Coach and 2x Best-Selling Author David Nurse shares his improbable journey of making it to the NBA, the key to finding your purpose, and how eliminating goals can help you reach your greatest potential. To learn more about David Nurse visit: https://premierespeakers.com/david-nurse Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Jay Shetty - Resilience and Personal Growth

April 12, 2022 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Award-winning digital strategist and podcast host Jay Shetty shares how to build your resilience muscle while in quarantine, the 3 types of mentors, and the importance of being a connected thinker. To learn more about Jay Shetty visit https://premierespeakers.com/jay_shetty Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Amelia Rose Earhart - Handling Turbulence While Flying Around The World

April 05, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Amelia Rose Earhart takes us through her 28,000-mile flight around the world and the lessons she learned along the way in becoming a female pilot and handling turbulence not only in the air but also in life. To learn more about Amelia Rose Earhart visit: https://premierespeakers.com/amelia_earhart Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Greg Gumbel - Broadcasting March Madness and the Olympics

March 29, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Emmy-winning sportscaster Greg Gumbel shares his journey from small market broadcasting to the national stage, the grind of covering march madness, and the secret to success that he learned from his father. To learn more about Greg Gumbel visit: https://premierespeakers.com/greg_gumbel Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Ryan Estis - Culture, Change and The Great Resignation

March 22, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Business Performance Expert Ryan Estis goes deep on the ways for companies to handle the great resignation, how to build a better culture in the workplace, the importance of immersive learning, and much more. To learn more about Ryan Estis visit: https://premierespeakers.com/ryan_estis Download Ryan's Guide on How to Create Meaningful Change in Your Life https://ryanestis.com/resources/how-to-create-meaningful-change-in-your-life/ Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by E...

Carla Harris - Authenticity

March 08, 2022 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

Vice-Chairman, Managing Director and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley, Carla Harris shares her insight on authenticity, the importance of taking risks, and the power of gratitude. To learn more about Carla Harris, visit https://premierespeakers.com/carla_harris Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Ryan Leak - Failure and It's Role in Leadership

February 22, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Leadership expert and failure savant Ryan Leak sat down with us to share his journey of trying out for the NBA, handling failure with positivity and why handling personal issues in a work environment can lead to increased productivity.  To learn more about Ryan Leak visit: https://premierespeakers.com/ryan-leak Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Devon Harris - Cool Runnings & The Winter Olympic Games

February 15, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Member of the first Jamaican bobsled team Devon Harris shares the facts and fiction behind the movie Cool Runnings and how we each can have the mindset to set Olympic-sized goals. To learn more about Devon Harris visit: https://premierespeakers.com/devon_harris Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Anthony Muñoz - The Leadership Behind the Super Bowl Bengals

February 08, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Hall of Fame Bengals Lineman and 11 time Pro Bowler Anthony Muñoz shares his story of winning a  College National Championship in two sports, how the new Bengals compare to the 80's Bengals, How to become the best at what you can do, and of course his thoughts on Super Bowl 56. To learn more about Anthony Muñoz visit: https://premierespeakers.com/anthony_munoz Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Winter Olympian Ruben Gonzalez - Success is a Decision

February 02, 2022 20:41 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Four-Time Olympian and peak-performance expert Ruben Gonzalez stopped by to share his incredible story of becoming an Olympic luger, how attitude is everything, and how to find success in the struggle. To learn more about Ruben Gonzalez visit: https://premierespeakers.com/ruben-gonzalez Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Scott Hamilton - Failure is Information

January 25, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

Male figure skating star Scott Hamilton stopped by to talk bout how to fight when you want to give up, the importance of getting back up 41,000 times and he answers fan questions. To learn more about Scott Hamilton visit: https://premierespeakers.com/scott_hamilton Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Neil Pasricha - Cell Phones Are Stealing Your Potential

January 18, 2022 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

Former Director of Leadership at Walmart, creator of the 1000 Awesome Things Blog, and New York Times Best Selling Author Neil Pasricha tells us the problem with cell phones, how to make ourselves better leaders, and the number one way to build trust with other people. To learn more about Neil Pasricha visit: https://premierespeakers.com/neil_pasricha Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Kindra Hall - Choose Your Story and Change Your Life

January 11, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Communication expert and national storytelling champion Kindra Hall sheds light don't the outward stories we share and the inward stories we tell ourselves, how to fight your negativity bias and ways to change the story you are constantly telling yourself. For fun she also helps us understand the difference between a professional speaker and a professional storyteller. To learn more about Kindra Hall visit: https://premierespeakers.com/kindra_hall Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord an...

Shay Eskew - The Uncertainty of Life

January 04, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Childhood burn survivor and top-ranked Ironman triathlete Shay Eskew stopped by to share his story of handling life's uncertainties, using comedy to handle pain, and how to find your happiness.   To learn more about Shay Eskew visit https://premierespeakers.com/shay_eskew Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Kevin Brown - What Makes A Hero?

December 21, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MB

Kevin Brown spent 20 years building a little-known family business into the number one brand in their industry with annual revenues reaching two billion dollars. Along the way, he has learned a thing or two about overcoming adversity, dealing with change, and creating a culture that drives organizational excellence and customer loyalty. He's the author of the bestselling book "The Hero Effect." On this episode, he shares with us his own story, the difference of positive thinking versus optim...

Cassandra Worthy - Change Enthusiast

December 14, 2021 20:23 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Chemical engineer, thought leader and energetic speaker Cassandra Worthy shares how to transfer enthusiasm to others, tactics to take frustration and turn it into opportunity and new ways to engage your colleagues to spark growth and change. To learn more about Cassandra Worthy visit https://premierespeakers.com/cassandra_worthy Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie 

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