Amplified Research Speakerbox Podcast

Manchester United is more than a football club. It’s a global institution, a living case study in leadership, culture, and what happens when identity outlives clarity. In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan McGrory from Exsona to explore Manchester United not through match results, but through management decisions—and what those decisions reveal about leadership culture.For decades, United’s culture was unmistakable. Under Sir Alex Ferguson, leadership was not just positional—it was relational. Standards were high, accountability was personal, and culture lived in everyday behaviors: how players trained, how they were challenged, and how the club protected a long-term identity while still evolving. Winning mattered—but how Manchester United won mattered just as much.And then came the transition.Post-Ferguson, Manchester United became a lesson many organizations know too well: what happens when success is inherited, but the underlying culture is not fully understood. Leadership changes came quickly. Strategies shifted often. Managers arrived with different philosophies, time horizons, and expectations—yet the organization itself struggled to articulate who it was becoming.Ryan and I unpack how this instability wasn’t just tactical—it was cultural.We talk about decision-making at the executive level:Hiring managers without aligning on leadership philosophyOscillating between short-term fixes and long-term rebuildsConfusing brand legacy with operational clarityIn leadership terms, Manchester United faced a familiar challenge: mistaking history for strategy.Culture, as we discuss, is not nostalgia. It’s coherence. It’s the alignment between values, behaviors, and decisions—especially when things aren’t going well. United’s struggles highlight how even elite organizations can drift when leadership voice becomes fragmented and purpose goes unspoken.This episode isn’t about blame. It’s about learning.We explore questions that extend far beyond football:How do leaders honor legacy without becoming trapped by it?What does cultural continuity look like during leadership transitions?When is stability more important than innovation—and when is it the opposite?Manchester United reminds us that culture doesn’t disappear overnight. It erodes quietly, decision by decision, hire by hire, moment by moment. And rebuilding it requires more than talent or investment—it requires intentional leadership, shared language, and the courage to slow down long enough to ask the right questions.Because in leadership—as in football—what happens off the field often determines what happens on it.

In this episode of Questions Are Greater Than Answers, we explore an unexpected but powerful leadership tool: the kitchen table.Drawing inspiration from Carlo Ancelotti, the former manager of Real Madrid, we unpack how food, cooking, and shared meals can become quiet acts of leadership that shape culture. In his memoir Quiet Leadership, Ancelotti reflects on his love of cooking—especially pasta—and how preparing food for others helped him build trust, connection, and a sense of family within elite teams.We extend this idea across the football world. Former Arsenal striker Robin van Persie has shared how time spent in the training-ground kitchen was a core part of becoming a professional—bonding with teammates, learning norms, and building relationships beyond the pitch. At Manchester United, legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson intentionally redesigned the club’s training-ground canteen so academy players would regularly eat alongside first-team stars, creating organic mentorship, breaking down hierarchy, and reinforcing a shared identity.Together, these stories highlight a deeper leadership truth: culture is often built in informal spaces. Kitchens, restaurants, and shared meals become places where hierarchy softens, trust grows, and people feel seen as human beings—not just performers.This episode invites listeners to rethink leadership beyond tactics and titles. What if culture isn’t only shaped in meetings, locker rooms, or strategy sessions—but over pasta, conversation, and time spent together? And what might today’s leaders learn from managers who understood that sometimes the most powerful leadership moments happen far away from the spotlight?Quiet Leadership BookRobbie van Persie on High Performance podcast

Questions Are Greater Than Answers — Dawn Staley: Branding, Purpose, and ValuesWhat does it mean to build a leadership brand that is authentic, values-driven, and resilient under pressure?In this episode of Questions Are Greater Than Answers, we explore the leadership philosophy of Dawn Staley, head coach of the University of South Carolina women’s basketball program and one of the most influential leaders in sports today. Fresh off South Carolina’s national championship, this conversation goes beyond wins and trophies to examine how Staley has intentionally built a brand rooted in clarity, purpose, and unwavering values.Using insights from post-championship interviews and media coverage, the episode unpacks how Staley’s leadership brand is defined not by flash or volume, but by consistency, trust, and role clarity. We explore how she creates environments where athletes understand who they are, what they’re responsible for, and why their contribution matters—a hallmark of sustainable, high-performing teams.This episode also connects Staley’s approach to broader leadership lessons relevant to executives, educators, and emerging leaders: aligning purpose with action, living your values publicly, and using leadership platforms to elevate others. Her story reminds us that the strongest leadership brands are not manufactured—they are earned through daily behavior, difficult decisions, and a deep commitment to people.Whether you lead a team, teach future leaders, or are refining your own sense of purpose, this episode offers powerful reflections on what it means to lead with clarity, conviction, and courage.Sports Illustrated articleUncommon Favor bookPivot Podcast episode

This episode explores leadership, resilience, and self-belief through the wisdom and lived experience of Joslyn Thompson Rule—a Peloton Tread and Strength instructor whose approach to movement goes far beyond fitness. Based in London, Joslyn brings more than 21 years ofexperience as a personal trainer, sports therapist, and Nike Global Master Trainer, and she’s known for coaching that invites people to meet themselves where they are, not where they think they should be.Her work emphasizes patience, self-talk, vulnerability, and long-term growth—principles that translate powerfully into leadership and life. In this episode, I reflect on several of Joslyn’s sayings and unpack what they teach us about empowerment, discomfort, and showing up fully. In this episode, I explain her six JTR-isms (note, I createdthat term) and how they apply to leadership and emotional intelligence theories and practices: --The Words You Speak to Yourself      --Calm During Chaos--Building Strength Slowly--The 1/3 Theory  --12-Week Change--Trying Something NewLink to her book, How to Move It, can be found hereLink to her podcast, Listen Loudly, can be found here

Wynton Marsalis: Leading from the BackIn this episode of Questions Are Greater Than Answers, we explore the leadership philosophy of Wynton Marsalis, the visionary Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center and one of the most influential cultural leaders of our time. Marsalis is often seen at the front of the stage, horn in hand — but his true leadership power comes from how he leads from the back: through listening, collaboration, and a deep respect for the individuality of every musician in the orchestra.Drawing from interviews, essays, and critiques of his work, we examine how Marsalis uses jazz itself as a blueprint for leadership. Jazz becomes a living metaphor for shared responsibility, conversation, and democratic expression. At the same time, we look at the tensions and criticisms surrounding his more traditionalist approach — raising questions about innovation, gatekeeping, and the fine balance between protecting cultural heritage and allowing an art form to evolve.This episode invites you to reflect on powerful questions:What does leadership sound like when the leader isn’t the loudest voice?How do we preserve what matters while making space for what’s emerging?And what can jazz teach all of us — educators, executives, and community builders — about listening, trust, and shared purpose?Wynton Marsalis shows us that leadership isn’t always about taking center stage. Sometimes, it’s about shaping the space where others can shine.Links Mentioned in this Podcast:Wynton Marsalis, Live at the House of TribesHow Music and Leadership Connect with Reggie Quinerly (Ep. 08)

In this episode, Dr. Russ explores the powerful connection between flow state—the psychological experience of total absorption and peak performance—and one of the most legendary live music moments of the modern era: D’Angelo’s 2000 Voodoo Tour with The Soultronics.Drawing from the work of psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, this episode breaks down how D’Angelo and his 12-piece supergroup achieved an extraordinary level of collective flow on stage: deep focus, perfect synchrony, trust, improvisation, and creative fearlessness. Their performances became more than concerts—they became rituals, examples of musical excellence operating at its highest frequency.But behind the brilliance lies an important lesson. The same intensity that fuels flow can also take a toll. After months of high-pressure touring, D’Angelo struggled with burnout, identity collapse, addiction, and reclusion. This episode explores what leaders, creators, and teams can learn from both the power and the cost of pursuing flow.Whether you are a musician, athlete, leader, or simply someone seeking meaningful performance and well-being, this episode offers insight into how flow can elevate your craft—and why recovery and psychological safety matter just as much.

Theme: Leadership Through Non-Traditional LensesWelcome to Season Seven of Questions Are Greater Than Answers, the podcast where we explore leadership not through titles or hierarchy, but through curiosity, purpose, and the stories that shape who we become.This season, we’re stepping outside the boardroom—and even outside traditional leadership theory—to examine how leadership reveals itself in unexpected places. From music and movement to food, sports, and art, we’ll look at how creativity, culture, and lived experience can teach us more about leading others—and ourselves—than any textbook ever could.We’ll explore Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s Flow State through the electrifying 2000 D’Angelo and The Soultronics tour, and what happens when a group of artists tap into collective mastery.We’ll study Wynton Marsalis, who leads the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra from the back of the ensemble—modeling a style of leadership grounded in trust, humility, and shared excellence.We’ll examine Dawn Staley, an introvert who never wanted to coach, yet built a powerhouse at the University of South Carolina by leading with authenticity, values, and fierce belief in her players.We’ll look at Carlo Ancelotti, and how something as simple as food—yes, food—has become his signature tool for building belonging and culture at Real Madrid.We’ll dive into Joslyn Thompson Rule’s philosophy of movement, and how physical well-being connects to resilience, change management, and empowerment.And finally, we’ll explore how Netflix’s Chef’s Table reveals the power of employee voice—showing how creativity flourishes when leaders give people room to experiment, fail, and grow.Through each episode, we’ll ask the same core question:What can leaders learn when we look in unexpected places?If you’re ready to rethink leadership—to stretch your imagination—and to learn from artists, athletes, chefs, and innovators—then this season is for you.Let’s get started.Because in leadership, just like in life…the questions will always be greater than the answers.

In this last episode of Season 6, Arielle Lapiano, a communication strategist,  shares how she developed her early leadership philosophy by watching her father.  In addition, she reflects on betting on herself from a career perspective, and it not working out the way she expected. Arielle Lapiano is a brand and communication strategist, and a media and presentation trainer who helps companies and professionals become visible leaders More on Arielle LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariellelapiano/ More on Dr. Russ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-robinson-edd-4428b157/ Website:  www.amplifiedresearch.com

In this episode, Love Rutledge, host of the FedUpward podcast shares her experiences navigating when there is a misalignment in core values.  She also talks about the power of saying, “No”, to strengthen her work/life harmony. Love Rutledge hosts the FedUpward Podcast, a show for federal employees providing advice, resources and community for public servants. Love has spent more than 22 years working for the Department of Defense in the Department of the Navy, United States Marine Corps, the Joint Staff and the Office of Secretary of Defense.  Love holds a master's degree in public administration from The George Washington University, a master's of science in resource strategy from the Eisenhower School at the National Defense University, and is an associate certified coach through the International Coaching Federation. She's a wife, and mother of two, and grew up in rural Alabama. More on Love FedUpward Podcast:  https://fedupward.libsyn.com/ More on Dr. Russ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-robinson-edd-4428b157/ Website:  www.amplifiedresearch.com

In this episode, I speak with Kevin Oakes, the founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp). In addition, Kevin is a keynote speaker and authored the book Culture Renovation:  18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakable Company. In this conversation, Kevin shares his experience and I4CP research on how to create and sustain healthy organizational culture. In addition, he provides his thoughts on the five traits that create a learning culture. Kevin Oakes is CEO and co-founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp), the world’s leading human capital research firm focusing on people practices that drive high performance. i4cp conducts more research in the field of HR than any other organization on the planet, highlighting next practices that organizations and HR executives should consider adopting. Kevin is also the author of Culture Renovation®, an Amazon bestseller which debuted as the #1 new release in a dozen Amazon book categories. Drawing on data from one of the largest studies ever conducted on corporate culture, Culture Renovation™ details how high- performance organizations such as Microsoft, T-Mobile, 3M, AbbVie, Mastercard and many more have successfully changed organizational culture. More on Kevin I4CP Bio: https://www.i4cp.com/people/kevin-oakes Culture Renovation: https://culturerenovation.com/ More on Dr. Russ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-robinson-edd-4428b157/ Website:  www.amplifiedresearch.com         

In this episode, Marcia Williams Blakely, a former elementary school principal and currently an education consultant, shares what she learned on her journey.  Starting as a teacher and rising to a principal, she talks about how you navigate life when you get a leadership role sooner than expected. And she talks about the toll the COVID crisis had on educators. Marcia Williams Blakely is an esteemed leader who currently serves as an education consultant after serving as an educat in the Southfield (Michigan) School System. With over 30 years of experience in the field of education, Marcia has dedicated her career to fostering academic excellence and nurturing the growth of students and staff alike. More on Marcia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-blakely-3295b3143/ More on Dr. Russ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-robinson-edd-4428b157/ Website:  www.amplifiedresearch.com

In this episode, Peter Farnsworth, founder of FoxRock Partners, shares what he has learned on his journey in the sports industry. He talks about viewing his career in 10-year increments, entrepreneurship, and how he uses his SALA Series events to bring diverse people together to create meaningful impacts. Peter Farnsworth is the founder and managing partner of FoxRock Partners, a boutique advisory firm specializing in strategic consulting and investment advisory services. With over 20 years of experience in the finance and investment sectors, Peter has established himself as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors. More on Peter: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farnsworthpeter/ SALA Series Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sala-series-podcast/id1615509817 More on Dr. Russ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-robinson-edd-4428b157/ Website:  www.amplifiedresearch.com         

In this episode, Galen Bingham, founder of Kiln Coaching and Consulting shares his knowledge and experience working in corporate settings, and how he navigated his life to consulting work where he can be his authentic self.  Also, Galen shares his thoughts on leadership and organizational culture. Galen is a certified Executive Coach who offers insight from 30 years of operating experience with Fortune 500 companies and 6 years’ experience as a brick-and-mortar retail franchise owner. He has led in industry-leading corporations like Kraft Foods, Imperial Sugar, and Coca-Cola North America. He is consistently sought to advise or serve on premiere non-profit boards where he provides oversight in governance, board development, CEO selection and organizational leadership. He is host of The Whiskey, Jazz & Leadership podcast – which streams on all podcast platforms in 20 countries. More on Galen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galenbingham/ Website: https://galenbingham.com/ More on Dr. Russ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-robinson-edd-4428b157/ Website:  www.amplifiedresearch.com         

Dr. Russ is back with his podcast series, which is now call the Questions are Greater than Answers (Q>A) podcast instead of the Amplified Research Speakerbox podcast. While the goal is to bring thought provoking experiences and stories from thought leaders, the method will be by exploring the concept of what are the questions that leaders should be asking. But first, Q>A will share six episodes taped in late 2022 and early 2023 with the following thought leaders: ·  Galen Bingham, Kiln Global Coaching and Consulting        ·   Marcia Williams, Marica Williams Consulting ·   Kevin Oakes, Institute for Corporate Productivity (I4CP) ·   Love Rutledge, The FedUpward Podcast ·   Peter Farnsworth, FoxRock Partners ·   Arielle Lapiano, Communications Executive In these six episodes, you will hear this group share their thoughts on self-reflection, the power of resiliency, and why organizations should build a culture where leaders are always learning, curious, and asking questions. Enjoy!

A couple of times a week, I hear from leaders, supervisors, and employees about how to adjust to the new normal of the Return to Work. Organizational decisions regarding bringing everyone into the office, moving to a 100% remote environment, or some form of hybrid work has impacts on performance, culture, and morale. The cool thing is that I have a dope squad of thought leaders in the human capital space. In part 2 of my conversation with Fatimah Moody, CEO of LinkVisum, we talk about data and best practices for leaders and supervisors to thrive in whichever Return to Work model their organizations and agencies choose. Additionally, you can hear me drop more knowledge at The New Out of Office: Creating an Effective Hybrid Work Environment, which is part of LinkVisum’s Human Capital Insights and Speaker Series. You can register here: https://linkvisum.com/human-capital-insights/

On this episode, Dr. Russ talks about the new hybrid work environment with Fatimah Moody, CEO of LinkVisum Consulting Group (LinkVisum). In part 1 of their conversation, they discuss the how the work environment has changed over the past 27+ months and how leaders and followers can succeed in the new hybrid work environment. Dr. Russ will be the keynote speaker at The New Out of Office: Creating an Effective Hybrid Work Environment, which is part of LinkVisum’s Human Capital Insights and Speaker Series. This free virtual event will be on Wednesday, June 29th from 10-11.30AM ET. This speaker series, hosted by LinkVisum, will provide a forum for public and private sector thought leaders to connect and share ideas for addressing crucial human capital topics and the future of work. To learn more and register for this event, visit www.linkvisum.com/human-capital-insights/.

On this episode, Tiersa Hall shares her thoughts on how the past two years have impacted the travel and hospitality industry. She is an HR Consultant with the Hartling Group, which includes resorts in her native Turks & Caicos. Additionally, as the Owner of Impactful Imprints, she will describe how HR leadership has had to change with the times. Last, she will discuss how becoming an autism advocate changed her purpose and work/life balance. Tiersa is a member of the Forbes Human Resource Council.

The UK’s Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development released a report regarding employee wellness in the workplace. Often times, we focus on wellness based on physical, mental, and emotional aspects. Rarely do we focus on the impact financial wellness on how employees present themselves in the workplace. This conversation focuses on financial wellness with Saundra and Sid Curry from BC Holding of Tennessee. The Curry’s share thoughts on how people at any level can build generational wealth based on their experiences collaborating with government agencies, church parishioners, and NFL and NHL athletes. And, they share how financial wellness impacts employee engagement. BC Holdings was selected as a part of Forbes Next 1000 for impact of their innovative financial education platform. Check it out

Corey Greendale sits down and talks with Dr. Russ regarding Software-as-a-Service Tools. Corey is the Managing Director with First Analysis, which provides research and financial expertise to emerging growth companies through venture capital investments. In his role, Corey’s expertise is tailored toward the future of work, learning & education, and human capitals arenas. On this conversation, Corey explains how he navigated his career to land at First Analysis. He also shares his thoughts on the past, current and future state of SaaS tools, and how he has come to embrace his company’s hybrid working model.

Jessica Broome, PhD shares her thoughts on both qualitative and quantitative research. As the Founder of Southpaw Insights, Jessica leads a team of researchers to help organizational leaders solve problems through the thoughts and concerns of stakeholders. She talks about some of Southpaw’s recent research and navigating the past two years as a small business owner. Additionally, Jessica shares a report on Parenting During the Pandemic, which addresses the challenges with life, work, finances and health during the past two years.  Click here to view report summary

On this episode, Valerie Jackson, the Chief Diversity Officer at Zuora, shares her views on Diversity & Inclusion. Valarie describes her thoughts on D&I through the prisms of strategy and change management; and the roles belonging and equity have in her D&I framework. After a career of practicing corporate finance law and serving as the international policy advisor and negotiator for the US Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, Valerie channeled her efforts towards the D&I field. Check out all of this awesomeness!

On this episode, Bob Lavigna, the Director of the Institute for Public Sector Engagement with CPS HR Consulting, talks about the state of employee engagement in the public sector. As an employee engagement researcher, author, Bob offers solutions to have impact in federal, state, and local government leaders. You click on the following link to out more about his book, Engaging Government Employees: Motivate and Inspire Your People to Achieve Superior Performance.

Dr. Rochelle Haynes, PhD, the founder of Crowd Potential Consulting shares her thoughts on how to create a flexible and agile HR enterprise based on remote work and the Great Resignation.   She also shares her experiences using resilience to navigate the craziness of 2021. You can find more information on Dr. Haynes and Crowd Potential on their website (https://www.crowdpotential.co.uk).

On this pod, Dr. Russ talks about resiliency with Tameca Brown. Ms. Brown is an international learning and development professional with over 18 years of experience in research, training management, facilitation, curriculum design and development, implementation, and evaluation. In November 2019, she was recognized by the Leadership Center for Excellence and named one of the Top 40 Under 40 Honorees in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Tameca, a 100% Jamaican, is civil servant and produces the It’s a Learning Life blog, which shares thoughts and ideas on personal and professional development and self-improvement.

On this episode, we return to a conversation about the relationship between sports and leadership with Bill Banham of HR Gazette and Chris Bjorling of Fidello, Inc. Bill, Chris and Dr. Russ talk about the teams they have supported and their fan experiences.  Then, they draw similarities between sports to culture, leadership and voice

For Season 5, the theme is "Experts and Storytellers".   We talk to various experts in the fields of finding purpose, diversity & inclusion, wellness, finance, developing human capital, and of course sports.

Starting off Season 5, Dr. Russ chats with Twan Russell, the Athletic Director for St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, FL.  Twan, a former NFL athlete, talks about being a purpose driven leader and his decision to leave his corporate job and returning to his alma mater to manifest his purpose of impacting kids.  But this conversation goes into evolving leadership, religion, and values. While playing for the Miami Dolphins, Twan established the Russell Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) which provides quality after school and summer learning services for kindergarten – 5th-grade students, through Russell Reading Rooms, for over 1,000 children in 11 locations throughout Broward and Miami-Dade counties annually.    You can find more information on the Russell Education Foundation at the following link:  https://russelleducationfoundation.com/ Sit back and enjoy!

On this last episode of the six-part summer series on employee voice, Dr. Russ argues that surveys should be considered as the starting point to get to a conversation to get to employee voice.

On this episode, Dr. Russ talks about the relationship between voice and sports from the prisms of the coach/manager and players of team and individual sports.

On part four of the six part summer series on employee voice and silence, we discuss how building a voice culture strengthens branding for the organization, managers and employees.

On this episode, Dr. Russ shares his thoughts on employee silence; and why it is more powerful than most leaders think it is.

In part two of the summer series on Employee Voice and Silence, Dr. Russ shares how to build a voice culture within an organization.

On this episode, Dr. Russ talks about the basics principles of employee voice and silence.  He also discusses their importance and organizational impact.

This trailer is the overview of Season 4 of the Speakerbox podcast, a six-part series on The Basics of Employee Voice and Silence.

We finish Season Three by having this conversation with Sheree Knowles, Founder and COO of Human Capital Consultants Consortium (H3C), LLC.  On this pod, Sheree shares her thoughts on how she navigated the pandemic, and pivoted the solutions provided to her customers.  Additionally, she shares her thoughts on Diversity and Inclusion and the impacts of the death of George Floyd.  Lastly, as a fellow University of Dayton alum, she explains why the AKA's charged so much for parties back in the day.  Enjoy!!!

On this episode, Inspiring Workplaces' Stefan Worburton transitions from behind the scenes to sit in front of the microphone.  Stefan talks about race a year after the death of George Floyd, his love of Chelsea FC, and which football manager he would love to play for.  Additionally, he shares his thoughts on leadership based his behind the scenes role at Inspiring Workplaces. Ladies and gentlemen, Stefan Worburton!!!

On this episode, Dr. Russ talks with Elida Sarmiento about her thoughts on the Future of Work.   Elida, a HR leader with the US Department of Justice, shares her experiences over the past year as it relates to leading staff and changing her leadership philosophy to become more flexible.  Additionally, she shares her feelings of gratitude for having more time to spend with her mother.  And, she explains how work-from-home culture can be a blessing for introverts.

This pod is a conversation with Dr. Matt Gosney, EdD, the Vice President of Organizational Development and Learning with UCHealth in Denver, Colorado.   Dr. Gosney shares his thoughts and lessons learned as a supporter of front-line health workers (doctors, nurses, etc.) during COVID-19.  Also, he talks about adapting to providing ODL services in a virtual environment; and, how he communicates to people with differing worldviews.

On this podcast, Dr. Nailah Thompson, DO, MPH talks about the Future of Work from the prism of a health care provider. As a primary care physician with the Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Dr. Thompson shares her thoughts and experiences navigating COVID-19 from the front lines. Also, she shares her thoughts on my COVID-19 had more of an impact on people of color, and the transition to providing services virtually. Her son, Niam, decided to make a guest appearance, so Dr. Thompson explains why she has a greater appreciation for working mothers.

We go down under to chat with Ryan McGrory, the Head of Employee Experience and Internal Communications at Youi Insurance in Queensland, Australia.  On this episode, Ryan talks about things Youi does to foster mental and physical wellness for its call center employees.  Additionally, he shares how the company leaned into its values to navigate COVID-19, and how fostering connection meant sharing his struggles to adapt to a virtual work world.

On this episode, Kimberly Penn with professional services consulting firm, CliftonLarsenAllen (CLA), shares her thoughts about the Future of Work.  Ms. Penn provides practical applications to transition to providing consulting services in a virtual environment.   And, she shares how the past year has motivated her to exercise her voice and build an more inclusive work culture at CLA.

On Season 3, we will talk to thought leaders about the Future of Work as we move to a post-COVID-19 world.  Additionally, how does the Future of Work look when we factor in social justice, hyper-partisan politics, and AI/Robotics.

Dr. Russ previews Season 2 of the podcast, which was taped in April 2020.  The theme of Season 2 is how to lead during a pandemic and social unrest.

Scott DiGiammarino, founder of MovieComm, shares his thoughts on leadership, communication.  In this conversation, taped in June 2020, Scott shares how leadership and communication have changed due to the events of 2020.  And, he and Dr. Russ talk about how they use MovieComm

Tony Mitchell, the Chief Evangelist for Waggl, and Dr. Russ talk about whatever is on their minds regarding the Future of Work, COVID, and leaders that care vs leaders that don't care.

Welcome to the Amplified Research Speakerbox podcast series.  In this preview episode, Russell talks about the goal of the podcast series, and highlights some of the season 1 guests and topics.

Starting of season 3 of the Speakerbox podcast, Dr. Theresa Horne shares her thoughts on the Future of Work regarding training & development, and diversity & inclusion.  Dr. Horne also shares her personal experiences during the challenges we all faced in 2020.

Dr. Russ chats with Cheryl Middleton Jones, the Chief People Officer with Co-op Financial Services, on her perspective of how organizations can lead and connect with employees during times of crisis.

Dr. Russ and Matt Manners, founder of Inspiring Workplaces, talk sports and leadership.  Nice change of pace in this COVID-19 world.  We talk NFL, EPL, The Last Dance, and Phil Jackson.

Dr. Russ talks with Mike Anderson, a partner with Anderson Global Talent.  In addition, Mr. Anderson is the former CHCO for US Housing & Urban Development.  On this conversation, Mr. Anderson shares his thoughts on public and private sector leadership, crisis management and the values of both adaptability and spirituality.