Rephonic
Artwork for Excellence Unlocked

Excellence Unlocked

Ishan Galapathy
Operational Excellence
Leadership
Excellence
Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing
Rework
Mentoring
Automation
Six Sigma
Continuous Improvement
Supply Chain
Public Speaking
Toyota Production System
Lean Thinking
Netflix
Qantas
Stakeholders
The Lion King
Coca-Cola
ASCLA Awards

If you're immersed in the world of manufacturing or supply chain management, you've likely encountered the elusive concept of excellence. But what does it truly mean? Is it a destination or a journey? And how do we navigate the path to unlock excellence within ourselves and our organisations?

With more than 25 years’ experience in manufacturing across the Asia Pacific region, Ishan Galapathy delv... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes125Founded3 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
ManagementBusiness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Excellence Unlocked

Latest Episodes

Communication, not skill or technology, is the real bottleneck on most factory floors. That’s according to fitter-turned-business-owner Ian Cooper, who argues it’s lean manufacturing’s unspoken eighth waste: when maintenance and operations don’t unde... more

Most organisations chase capacity in the wrong place. We add people, extend hours, buy more technology, when the capacity we're looking for is often already there, quietly trapped beneath rework, excess and delay that everyone has simply learned to a... more

Different perspectives feel like a strength, until they quietly become the reason five people leave a meeting solving five different problems. A tapping exercise from Stanford reveals why: once you know something, you can't imagine not knowing it, an... more

Sometimes the smartest, most experienced people in the room can look straight at the future and completely misread it. Not because the data is wrong, but because it answers the wrong question entirely.

This episode traces that pattern through Noki... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

John Cox
Captain, aviation safety expert and investigator in high-profile air crash cases
Former US Airways captain; aviation safety consultant
Episode: Ep120 Inside the Complex Air Crash Investigation of USAir Flight 427 – Capt. John Cox
Captain John Cox
Aviation safety expert and air crash investigator
Independent aviation safety expert
Episode: Ep119 Understanding the Problem Before Solving It
Paul Ives
Manufacturing leader with roles at AstraZeneca and Baxter
AstraZeneca; Baxter
Episode: Ep117 Continuous Improvement Is a Leadership Skill — Paul Ives
Mike Allen
Senior manufacturing and operational excellence leader
GSK/Haleon (VP North American Manufacturing) / Kellogg (various roles)
Episode: Ep112 From Johannesburg to the Boardroom: Lessons in Leadership – Mike Allen
Paul Mason
CEO of Robotics Australia
Robotics Australia
Episode: Ep109 Robotics, People and Process – Paul Mason
Stephen Lakey
Chair of the Australasian Supply Chain and Logistics Association (ASCLA); technical specialist in barcode scanning devices
Gamma Solutions; ASCLA
Episode: Ep103 Mentoring, Communication and Industry Leadership – Stephen Lakey
Ishan Galapathy
Founder of Excellence Unlocked, author of Unlock
Excellence Unlocked / Author
Episode: Ep100 Special birthday episode: Ishan’s Journey and his Unlock Philosophy
Troy May
Plant leader with a long FMCG/beer manufacturing track record
Lion (latest); formerly Arnott's, Goodman Fielder
Episode: Ep97 What Operational Excellence Looks Like in Real Life – Troy May
Parakrama Ekanayake
Head of distribution for Coca-Cola Sydney/CCEP
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP)
Episode: Ep94 Building Better Teams Across Cultures, Countries and Complexity

Host

Ishan Galapathy
Host of Excellence Unlocked

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Great one for leaders to engage seemingly disengaged.

    One more great book and podcast from Ishan Galapathy, "Excellence Unlocked"! 🎉 After listening to the first episode, I must say it’s wonderful. The right mix of background music really draws the audience into your stories, and I’m impressed with the overall quality of the podcast. Your focus on what truly matters in the Supply Chain and Manufacturing sectors, beyond just tools and technology, is a refreshing perspective. Looking forward to more insightful episodes! Best of luck with this new ve... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSuram
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Great for sponsors seeking a leadership-focused audience in manufacturing
Insightful and practical with a strong focus on people and culture over tech
Quality production and useful, actionable frameworks for leaders

Top Management Podcasts

We Fixed It, You're Welcome
We Fixed It, You're WelcomeWe Fixed It, You're Welcome
Bred To Lead
Bred To LeadDr. Jake Tayler Jacobs
The Home Service Expert Podcast
The Home Service Expert PodcastTommy Mello: $200 Million Founder|Forbes, Inc., Entrepreneur Columnist
Omni Talk Retail
Omni Talk RetailOmni Talk Retail
Jocko Podcast
Jocko PodcastJocko DEFCOR Network

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep120 Inside the Complex Air Crash Investigation of USAir Flight 427 – Capt. John Cox
Q: How does AI fit into modern aviation safety work?
AI is a powerful tool for processing large data sets and spotting anomalies, but it should augment, not replace, human analysis and creativity; humans must interpret AI outputs and consider creative, real-world solutions when necessary.
Ep120 Inside the Complex Air Crash Investigation of USAir Flight 427 – Capt. John Cox
Q: What is the starting point when investigating an aircraft accident?
Begin with a broad mobilization of the right specialists, collect evidence from the scene, and avoid drawing early conclusions; use the data to progressively narrow down possible causes through elimination and testing.
Ep100 Special birthday episode: Ishan’s Journey and his Unlock Philosophy
Q: Why start under the radar instead of big public commitments?
Starting under the radar builds trust and momentum by delivering visible improvements without triggering resistance from last-minute promises. It provides real stories and evidence of change, which helps convert fence sitters and sustain engagement beyond a single initiative.
Ep100 Special birthday episode: Ishan’s Journey and his Unlock Philosophy
Q: But what is this concept Unlock about, and can you unpack it for us?
Unlock is a framework that strips away overreliance on new tools and training, focusing instead on getting people engaged in the journey, fixing who matters, and solving problems with the workforce. It emphasizes involving fence sitters and turning around disengagement by continuous, small, credible improvements that accumulate into tangible bottom-line gains.
Ep88 Leadership excellence: conversations, connection & culture – Tim Morgan
Q: What practical steps can leaders take to embed excellence and keep people engaged over the long term?
Tim advocates staying the course on proven practices, simplifying processes, embedding them with front-line teams, recognizing and valuing people, and using direct, personal communication (even simple notes) to reinforce purpose and progress.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Excellence Unlocked

What is Excellence Unlocked about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Excellence unlocked in operations and leadership by focusing on people, culture, and systemic design rather than pure tools. Episodes explore how continuous improvement, intentional leadership signals, and cross-functional collaboration sustain high performance in manufacturing and supply chains. Notable angles include balancing short-term wins with an infinite mindset, reducing friction in processes, and leadership practices that engage teams to own change. The show often pairs practical frameworks with real-world stories, making it helpful for managers, engineers, and executives aiming to elevate organizational performance.

Where can I find podcast stats for Excellence Unlocked?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Excellence Unlocked. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Excellence Unlocked and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Excellence Unlocked get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Excellence Unlocked, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Excellence Unlocked?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Excellence Unlocked, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Excellence Unlocked have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Excellence Unlocked has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Excellence Unlocked?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Excellence Unlocked:

1. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
2. Radiolab
3. Marketplace

How many episodes of Excellence Unlocked are there?

Excellence Unlocked launched 3 years ago and published 125 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Excellence Unlocked?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Excellence Unlocked?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Excellence Unlocked from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Excellence Unlocked?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Excellence Unlocked. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Excellence Unlocked?

Recent guests on Excellence Unlocked include:

1. John Cox
2. Captain John Cox
3. Paul Ives
4. Mike Allen
5. Paul Mason
6. Stephen Lakey
7. Ishan Galapathy
8. Troy May

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days