Leadership Sucks

Episodes

1. 17

   Leadership Sucks Podcast, Episode 17

   How hard is it to lead when your world is falling apart? This week I discuss some personal struggles that challenged my leadership, and sanity at times, and share some tools that helped me get through the journey. Come join me.

   Oct 21, 2026

   48m
2. 16

   Leadership Sucks Podcast Episode 16

   Whether you are the leader or the led, sometimes leadership sucks. But it doesn't have to. I am joined for this episode by LTG(R) Milford H. Beagle, Jr - Beags as we talk about Leadership Sucks When the Map Runs Out. The title of Beags' latest book. Sometimes, when we have the best strategy, the...

   Sep 30, 2026

   50m
3. 15

   Leadership Sucks Episode 15

   What happens when the world around you feels like it is falling apart—but people are still looking to you to lead? In this episode of Leadership Sucks, Larry Moss explores what crisis leadership demands when information is incomplete, emotions are high, and every available option seems difficult....

   Sep 16, 2026

   38m
4. 14

   Leadership Sucks Episode 14

   Holding people accountable sounds simple until the person missing the mark is someone you respect, care about, or know is going through a difficult season. In this episode of Leadership Sucks, we explore the tension between empathy and expectations, why leaders often avoid accountability, and…

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   Sep 9, 2026

   29m
5. 13

   Leadership Sucks Podcast Episode 13

   Giving difficult feedback is one of those parts of leadership that almost everyone understands—and almost everyone wants to avoid. In this episode of Leadership Sucks, we dig into why leaders delay hard conversations, what that avoidance quietly costs the team and organization, and how to deliver...

   Sep 2, 2026

   25m
6. 12

   Leadership Sucks Episode 12

   The podcast where we discuss the aspects of leadership they don't put on the motivational posters. In this episode we discuss how leadership development can suck when we view it as an event we expect to transform leaders' behavior. Episode 12: Developing Leaders Sucks Developing leaders sounds...

   Aug 27, 2026

   22m
7. 11

   Leadership Sucks Episode 11

   Delegating sounds like a great leadership practice—until you hand something off and realize you could have done it faster, better, and with a lot less frustration yourself. In this episode of Leadership Sucks, Larry Moss explores why delegation is so difficult for capable leaders and how…

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   Aug 19, 2026

   31m
8. 10

   Leadership Sucks Episode 10

   Leadership Sucks… but it doesn’t have to. Leadership can be frustrating, exhausting, messy, and sometimes downright lonely—for the people leading and the people being led. This podcast cuts through the polished leadership clichés to have honest conversations about what it really takes to lead…

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   Aug 12, 2026

   27m
9. 9

   Leadership Sucks Episode 9

   Leadership Sucks Podcast: A dose of honesty for leaders and the ones they lead. Let’s face it—sometimes leadership just sucks. Whether you’re the one calling the shots or taking them, this podcast gets it. We’re here to laugh, learn, and commiserate together, delivering practical tips and tools…

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   Dec 13, 2024

   13m
10. 8

    Leadership Sucks Episode 8

    This week we continue our Authentic Leadership Series and discuss how authentic leaders attract followers.

    Aug 28, 2024

    19m
11. 7

    Leadership Sucks Podcast, Episode 7

    What drives you to keep moving forward? For me, it's purpose. It's my why. When I tie all of my vision, mission, and goals to my purpose, it gives me direction and encouragement. In this episode, we will discuss how authentic leaders inspire purpose in those they lead. I look forward to your...

    Aug 8, 2024

    35m
12. 6

    Leadership Sucks Podcast Episode 6

    Continuing with our Authentic Leadership series, this episode focuses on the importance of building trust as a leader. How do we do it? What happens if we don't?

    Jul 18, 2024

    17m
13. 5

    Leadership Sucks, Episode 5

    This episode marks the first in a series about Authentic Leadership. Larry discusses the importance of leaders seeking self-awareness. He defines self-awareness and provides some tools to obtain it.

    Jul 3, 2024

    29m
14. 4

    Leadership Sucks, Episode 4

    This episode features a guest from the intelligence community. We will be discussing the next generation of intelligence officers entering their career. What leaders need to know in order to develop them. What changes do leaders need to make as the next generation takes their position in…

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    Jun 12, 2024

    34m
15. 3

    Leadership Sucks Podcast, Episode 3

    One of the hardest time for a leader and a follower is during grief and loss. When we are suffering from grief or loss it is difficult to show up carrying the burden of the loss. Many work cultures expect you to perform no matter what you are going through and do not create an environment with…

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    May 29, 2024

    28m
16. 2

    Leadership Sucks, Episode 2

    This week Larry and his guest Kumar Dattaytreyan discuss examples of how toxic leaders can impact those they lead and the entire organization. Kumar is a seasoned coach whose core passion lies in empowering individuals and businesses to reach their highest potential. With over 25 years of rich...

    May 15, 2024

    34m
17. 1

    Leadership Sucks Episode 1

    We begin the Leadership Sucks Podcast with a conversation with Dr. Brett Mers. Dr. Mers is a retired US Air Force Intelligence Officer and former Professor at the US Air Force Academy where he taught leadership and strategy. Larry and Dr. Mers discuss how the military develops leaders and why it...

    May 1, 2024

    38m