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Moral leaders enable people to contribute their fullest talent, realize their deepest humanity, and do the next right things. Above all, moral leadership is about how leaders touch hearts, not just minds. HOW Conversations highlights moral leadership in action and the positive results--across all levels of society--when those in leadership positions are moral leaders. In each episode, a host from ... more

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How do leaders navigate moments of profound loss, transformation, and hope? In this HOW Conversation, Dana Born sits down with Dr. Beth Hillman – Air Force veteran, legal scholar, former president of Mills College, and now President & CEO of the 9/11... more

[Archive Interview from Aug 20, 2025]

What does it take to build one of the largest women-founded and women-owned construction companies in the United States—and lead with purpose through challenges, pivots, and loss?

In this HOW Conversation, Dana... more

[Archive interview from Jul 17, 2025]

What does it mean to lead with moral clarity when the stakes are high and the pressure is on?

In this episode of HOW Conversations, Dana Born sits down with Chip Brewer, President & CEO of Topgolf Callaway Bran... more

[Archive Interview from Jun 17, 2025]

In this powerful HOW Conversation, HOW founder Dov Seidman sits down with Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action and author of Fired Up, to explore how an ordinary moment turned into a national movement. S... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Beth Hillman
President and CEO of the 9-11 Memorial & Museum
9-11 Memorial & Museum
Episode: Dr. Beth Hillman, President & CEO, 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Linda Rabbitt
Founder of Rand Construction Corporation
Rand Construction Corporation
Episode: Linda Rabbitt, Founder of Rand Construction
JoAnne S. Bass
19th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, first woman and first Asian American to hold this position.
United States Air Force
Episode: Chief Master Sgt, JoAnne S. Bass, USAF
Nitin Nohria
10th Dean of Harvard Business School and educator focused on moral leadership
Harvard Business School
Episode: Dr. Nitin Nohria, 10th Dean, Harvard Business School
Zia Khan
Chief Innovation Officer at the Rockefeller Foundation
Rockefeller Foundation
Episode: Zia Khan, former Chief Innovation Officer, Rockefeller Foundation
Deborah Borda
Executive Advisor to the New York Philharmonic
New York Philharmonic
Episode: Deborah Borda, former President, New York Philharmonic
Dr. Ann Kirschner
Former Interim President of Hunter College and author of Sala's Gift.
Hunter College
Episode: Dr. Ann Kirschner, former Interim President, Hunter College
Eboo Patel
Founder and President of Interfaith America
Interfaith America
Episode: Dr. Eboo Patel, Founder and President of Interfaith America
Lisa Sherman
President and CEO of The Ad Council
The Ad Council
Episode: Lisa Sherman, President and CEO of The Ad Council

Hosts

Dana H. Born
Senior Distinguished Fellow, HOW Institute for Society
Dov Seidman
Founder and chairman of the HOW Institute for Society

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#190
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Apple Podcasts
#234
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Chief Master Sergeant Kaleth O. Wright, Air Force, Retired
Q: Would you please give some advice to our listeners on how do you get into these tough conversations with people?
Wright emphasized that leaders should start such discussions with self-reflection, acknowledging their lack of understanding, and showing a willingness to listen and learn.
Chief Master Sergeant Kaleth O. Wright, Air Force, Retired
Q: What made you write that? And what do you mean by I am George Floyd?
Kaleth Wright expressed that he felt compelled to share his thoughts after George Floyd's death and wanted to communicate understanding and solidarity with the struggles faced by African Americans.
Paul Polman, former CEO, Unilever [Part 1]
Q: What does it mean to take into account the interests of everyone?
It means prioritizing cooperation and trust among all stakeholders, ensuring long-term value creation by fostering relationships and addressing societal needs.
Paul Polman, former CEO, Unilever [Part 1]
Q: Why have you termed the current crises a crisis of morality?
Paul believes that we are short of leaders capable of addressing significant issues, and the collective failure to tackle climate change, inequality, and related crises represents a crisis of morality in leadership.
Angela Ahrendts, Board Chair, Save the Children International [Part 2]
Q: What makes you so hopeful?
Choosing to be happy improves my productivity and helps me impact more people positively.

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Focused on the theme of moral leadership, numerous discussions highlight the personal journeys and insights of leaders across various sectors. Episodes feature prominent figures from both the nonprofit and for-profit worlds, who share their experiences and the impact of ethical decision-making in their careers. Listeners are exposed to stories that emphasize empathy, community engagement, and resilience, offering actionable insights into how to lead effectively in times of crisis and change. The conversations encourage reflection on the importance of values in leadership, illuminating a path for listeners to explore and develop their own leadership philosophy through the lens of moral imperative.

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1. Dr. Beth Hillman
2. Linda Rabbitt
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4. Nitin Nohria
5. Zia Khan
6. Deborah Borda
7. Dr. Ann Kirschner
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