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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 18 MIN

How Swallowing Swords Taught Joshua Routh About Leadership & Presence

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

What does sword swallowing have to do with leadership and meaningful connections? In this episode of The Making of Me, Joshua Routh shares how mastering this extreme performance art taught him powerful lessons about absolute focus, radical honesty, and true presence in life, leadership, and relationships.Discover why staying fully present can transform the way you lead, work, and connect with others, and how stepping into discomfort can sharpen clarity and confidence.👉 Learn more about Joshua Routh, his journey, and his book The S. Word:https://joshuarouth.com👉 Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarouthspeaker/Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring stories and practical wisdom from fascinating guests!#Leadership #Presence #SwordSwallowing #JoshuaRouth #PodcastHighlights

What does sword swallowing have to do with leadership and meaningful connections? In this episode of The Making of Me, Joshua Routh shares how mastering this extreme performance art taught him powerful lessons about absolute focus, radical honesty, and true presence in life, leadership, and relationships.Discover why staying fully present can transform the way you lead, work, and connect with others, and how stepping into discomfort can sharpen clarity and confidence.👉 Learn more about Joshua Routh, his journey, and his book The S. Word:https://joshuarouth.com👉 Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarouthspeaker/Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring stories and practical wisdom from fascinating guests!#Leadership #Presence #SwordSwallowing #JoshuaRouth #PodcastHighlights

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