
In this series, Luke Darcy is joined by iconic leaders to unpack learnings and life lessons from these game changers in their chosen field, whether it’s sports, art, business or education. We’ll break down the fundamentals of the new style of leadership, such as collaboration, integrity and innovation, through the stories of these iconic leaders.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 264 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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In a world designed to constantly capture our attention, learning how to focus has become one of the most valuable skills we can develop.
This week, Luke Darcy sits down with Dandapani, a Hindu priest, entrepreneur, bestselling author, speaker and ... more
This week’s guest is Jess Bala, the former Managing Director of General Motors Australia and New Zealand.
In this deeply personal episode, Jess opens up about the devastating loss of her brother, beloved sports journalist Sam Landsberger. She share... more
This week, Luke Darcy sits down with one of Australia’s most respected investigative journalists and two-time Gold Walkley Award winner, Hedley Thomas.
For over four decades, Hedley has been pursuing stories that matter, with a career that has take... more
What does it take to build a winning culture, and then sustain it at the highest level?
In this special live episode of Empowering Leaders, we sit down with NFL legend and San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch during the team’s historic vi... more
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The Jon Horst podcast connected. As a former college baseball coach, Jon’s leadership path was aligned with many of the greats I have studied. If want to get better (GROWTH) this podcast will fit your needs. A lot of foundational information for leaders at all levels.
An quality listen not just for any aspiring leader but for anyone wanting to be a better version of themselves. Can’t recommend it highly enough!
I really enjoyed this episode especially hearing Julian Treasure say:
“We need to adopt a different attitude towards education, one built on curiosity, confidence, creativity, discovery, and connection.”
That hit home.
As both a parent and a high school principal, this is something I think about every day. I want my own kids and all students to have real, authentic learning experiences. Not just sit tests and write essays. I want them learning in a safe, collaborative space where they can be c... more
Saya is a great athlete and Luke is a great host and exp pains so much to aussies
Such a fascinating group of leaders with truly diverse stories. Love Darc’s interview style - it’s not all about him! He draws such interesting leadership nuggets out of these relaxed conversations.
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This show centers on leadership lessons drawn from a diverse set of high-achievers, spanning sport, business, education, and technology. Episodes frequently explore resilience, high-performance culture, and authentic leadership—covering topics from recovery and mental health to shaping winning teams, navigating career transitions, and leveraging collaboration for impact. Notable angles include applying elite-sport discipline to business, the human side of crisis management, and how technology and AI intersect with leadership and relationships. The format tends to mix personal storytelling with practical leadership takeaways, making it useful for listeners seeking actionable insights and inspiration from accomplished figures.
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