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Breakfast Leadership Show

Michael D. Levitt
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Burnout
Workplace Culture
Employee Engagement
Entrepreneurship
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Real Estate
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Cybersecurity
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Breakfast Leadership Show

The Breakfast Leadership Show, hosted by leadership consultant and burnout expert Michael D. Levitt, is a globally ranked leadership podcast exploring how executives build stronger organizations, better leadership systems, and healthier workplace cultures. Each episode features conversations with founders, executives, and industry experts on topics such as leadership operating systems, leadership ... more

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Latest Episodes

Dr. Santarvis Brown, educator, pastor, author, and Chief Education Officer at ProQ, joins Michael D. Levitt on the Breakfast Leadership Show for a powerful conversation about leading with purpose. With over 20 years in education and 15 years in pasto... more

Most books about life after a career transition are written after the author has figured it all out. Geoff Curtis wrote his while still inside the uncertainty. That intentional choice is at the heart of "Embracing Your Own Purgatory," and it is what ... more

What You Will Learn

In this episode, you will discover how the most powerful experiences are engineered around a single shared emotional trigger that lives in both the audience and the brand simultaneously. You will learn why most corporate and muse... more

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Kathy Solberg Book Discussion

Michael welcomed Kathy Solberg to discuss her background and book. Kathy shared her career journey from academia to running a leadership program and starting her own consulting company, Common Unity Consulting. She ment... more

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Barry Rosen has spent decades at Interaction Associates, a firm he joined in 1984 after being drawn to their focus on making meetings more effective. He began his career training teams at Ford, Dow, and DuPont during the early era of quality initiati... more

Episode Summary Employee engagement and mental health are often treated as separate line items on an HR dashboard, but they are actually two sides of the same coin. With global engagement falling to just one in five employees and stress levels rising... more

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Breakfast Leadership Show, host Michael D. Levitt sits down with Brent Stewart, owner of Stewart Law Offices, a personal injury firm serving North and South Carolina that has been in practice for thirty one yea... more

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Steve McKinney spent the first thirteen years of his career in the athletic footwear industry, where he oversaw a five thousand person Reebok factory producing 1.2 million pairs of shoes a month and later led global product development for Adidas. In... more

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Recent Guests

Santarvis Brown
Educator and clergyman; author of Leading While Limping
ProQ (educational space)
Episode: Leading While Limping: Dr. Santarvis Brown on Impact-Driven Leadership and Scalable Business Growth
Geoff Curtis
Author of Embracing Your Own Purgatory; former Chief Communications Officer in biotech/pharma
Episode: Embracing Your Own Purgatory: Geoff Curtis on Identity, Purpose, and the Power of Sitting with Uncertainty After a Career Exit
Bob Rogers
Founder of BRC Imagination Arts, author of Deep Story
BRC Imagination Arts
Episode: Deep Story: How Bob Rogers Creates Experiences That Transform
Kathy Coffey Solberg
Author, consultant, and community weaver
Common Unity Consulting / Author of Reweaving What Matters
Episode: Why Change Management Fails: Kathy Solberg on Workplace Transformation and the Future of AI in Leadership
Barry Rosen
Facilitation expert with Interaction Associates
Interaction Associates
Episode: Facilitation Skills for Project Managers featuring Barry Rosen
Brent Stewart
Attorney at Stewart Law Offices
Stewart Law Offices
Episode: Trucking Accident Law with Attorney Brent Stewart
Steve McKinney
Co-hosted the episode with Bryan; founder of McKinney Consulting
McKinney Consulting
Episode: Cross-Cultural Leadership Lessons from Steve McKinney and Bryan McKinney
Bryan McKinney
Co-hosted the episode with Steve; partner in McKinney Consulting
McKinney Consulting
Episode: Cross-Cultural Leadership Lessons from Steve McKinney and Bryan McKinney
Melissa Robinson-Winemiller
Expert on empathy and leadership; author of The Empathic Leader
Episode: Melissa Robinson-Winemiller on Empathy as a Leadership Strategy: Reducing Burnout and Turnover

Host

Michael D. Levitt
Host and leadership consultant focusing on burnout prevention, leadership systems, and operating models.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Thank you for a meaningful conversation!

    Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicoleannejay
    United States5 months ago
  • Great host

    Asks great questions and has interesting guests on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reubsonline
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Mike is an awesome host! The interview was genuinely engaging from start to finish. He asks thoughtful questions but also leaves space

    for real, honest dialogue, which makes it feel more like a meaningful conversation. I especially appreciate how he tackles burnout and workplace culture in a way that’s practical and relatable. You can tell he really cares about the topic and about his guests. 10/10!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yk818181
    Canada7 months ago
  • Great podcast - valuable topics!!

    Thank you for having me on today

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RealAndersHansen
    United States10 months ago
  • Great show

    This is an excellent podcast sharing insightful and useful information. It also has a great host who is always prepared and drives excellent discussions. I’ve had the privilege of being a guest on this show and was very impressed by the professionalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DALeggett
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show, better host

    Michael is really that guy. Awesome podcast with real actionable advice from real experts in their space. Highly recommend for anyone trying to level up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Definition of 5 Stars
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic Host and Show!

    This is by far one of my all-time favorite podcasts! The way that Michael overdelivers EVERY SINGLE TIME is incredible. If you’re a leader], this is your “holy grail” lol. Absolutely recommend to anyone looking toup their leadership skills! Thanks for everything you do Michael. – Doug Noll

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Douglas E. Noll JD MA
    United Statesa year ago
  • Michael is Fantastic!!!

    I have to say, that when I was growing up and starting my businesses, I wish I had a platform like this and a guy like Michael and I could listen to Daly to keep my head on right. Michael, keep on doing what you are doing, brother

    TITO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frsinatrank
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Must-Listen for Anyone Serious About Growth

    I’ve been a longtime listener of Michael’s show, and recently had the good fortune of joining as a guest. Let me tell you—he’s the kind of host who does his homework. Michael asked thoughtful questions that set me up to share real, practical advice—and that’s what this show is all about.

    Every episode delivers insights you can actually use. Whether it’s leadership, business, or personal growth, this podcast gives you tools to level up. It’s not fluff—it’s real conversations with real takeaways.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPL -20
    United Statesa year ago
  • Practical & Actionable Wisdom

    If you're looking for actionable insights, expert wisdom, and real conversations about leadership, success, and resilience, The Breakfast Leadership Show is a must-listen! Every episode delivers practical takeaways that inspire and challenge you to level up—whether in leadership, business, or personal growth. Highly recommend adding this to your playlist!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The BOLT with Todd B
    United States2 years ago
  • Learning something new with every episode

    I love the diversity of topics and guests that Michael chooses. Each story has a theme of transformation, calculated risk taking, and learning from mistakes. I really appreciate that!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hijimfielding
    United States2 years ago
  • Engaging, Relatable, and Fun

    This podcast is so diverse and so full of information with great questions to really pull out information from his guests. You get to hear the realness of what others are saying while feeling like you are sitting with them in conversation. Definitely recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kat - biz coach
    United States2 years ago
  • A compelling listen!

    Lots of thought-provoking ideas about career redesign with Helen Hanison and what it means to foster a culture of purpose in the workplace too. Felt like eavesdropping on a really organic and engaging chat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helen Hanison
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Highly recommended!

    This podcast is filled with inspiration and practical insights. Each episode is packed with valuable lessons from industry leaders. The host also asks thoughtful questions that bring out the best in his guests which makes every conversation both engaging and actionable. Whether you’re an executive or just starting your leadership journey, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their life and career. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nicryerchy
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Breakfast Leadership Show hosted by Michael D. Levitt is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. Michael's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. He has a knack for making the topic easily digestible and turning it into actionable advice that listeners can apply to their situations. I highly recommend it - this is time well spent!

    Podchaser
    5
    Aly_Zenrabbit
    2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the host for thoughtful, actionable questions and real conversations with experts.
The show is appreciated for balancing strategic insight with relatable, human-centered leadership discussions.
Audiences value the emphasis on burnout prevention, psychological safety, and governance in AI deployments.
Guests consistently bring practical frameworks that listeners can apply to leadership and organizational design.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Deep Story: How Bob Rogers Creates Experiences That Transform
Q: Where can people learn more about you and your book?
He points listeners to bobrogers.com for information and purchasing the Deep Story book, and brcweb.com for more about his company and its work, highlighting how to apply the concepts in real-world experiences.
Deep Story: How Bob Rogers Creates Experiences That Transform
Q: Bob, how did you end up in the world of experiential storytelling and what prompted Deep Story?
Bob explains that his early work in Disneyland taught him how to combine showmanship with business outcomes, and over time the lessons evolved into a framework (Deep Story) that helps brands and institutions craft experiences that provoke genuine self-recognition and lasting change in visitors.
Mastering the Last 8% Conversations with Bill Benjamin
Q: What was the research about, and how did Harvard Business Review get involved?
The guest describes decades of research on last-8% conversations, the discovery of the impact on team culture, and how Harvard Business Review highlighted the findings in an article about building high-performing teams.
Mastering the Last 8% Conversations with Bill Benjamin
Q: So, why don't you share a little bit about you, and then we'll jump into the conversation.
Bill Benjamin explains his background in mathematics and computer science, his progression into leadership, and how his experiences led to the development of the Last 8% concept and his work with leadership coaching.
Unlocking Leadership Through Engaging Questions with Gary Cohen
Q: What have you found as it relates to this?
The key insight is that asking, listening, and avoiding conditions leads to true engagement and measurable improvements, like lower turnover and better performance.

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The show centers on building high-performance leadership systems, healthier workplace cultures, and smarter decision-making at the executive level. Across recent episodes, the discussions weave together leadership operating systems, change management in the era of AI, burnout prevention, psychological safety, and how to align teams around clear, actionable governance. Guests range from consultants and authors to lawyers and technology leaders, all drawn to practical frameworks for transforming organizations rather than pursuing superficial fixes. A standout throughline is turning insights into repeatable structures—whether through a leadership OS, improved facilitation, or prudent AI adoption—that help leaders scale with resilience and acco... more

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Recent guests on Breakfast Leadership Show include:

1. Santarvis Brown
2. Geoff Curtis
3. Bob Rogers
4. Kathy Coffey Solberg
5. Barry Rosen
6. Brent Stewart
7. Steve McKinney
8. Bryan McKinney

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