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The Courageous Leaders Podcast

Joanna Howes
Leadership
Mental Health
Creativity
Courageous Leadership
Personal Development
Courage
Entrepreneurship
Resilience
Advertising
Team Dynamics
Personal Growth
Emotional Intelligence
Marketing
Change Management
Work-Life Balance
Confidence
Workplace Culture
Coaching
Imposter Syndrome
Leadership Styles

The Courageous Leaders Podcast aims to inspire leaders to step into their courageous zone, be the leader they know they can be and discover the mindset skills and behaviours to take their leadership to the next level.

So listen in, get inspired on how you can grow your leadership impact. Leave a legacy you can be proud of, and build an environment for future leaders to thrive.

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Latest Episodes

Most leaders are never trained in how to manage their emotions.

In this solo episode, I break down emotional fitness and why it plays a critical role in leadership, decision-making, and performance. When emotions take over, we react instead of respo... more

What if the way you understand people is incomplete?

In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I am joined by Kathleen Saxton, Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, and Best-Selling Author, to explore the psychology behind behaviour, leadership... more

Power is always present in leadership… whether you realise it or not.

In my work with leadership teams, I see how often power shows up in ways people don’t talk about.

Not in obvious or intentional ways, but in the small moments.

Who speaks first. more

What does leadership look like when everything is on the line?

In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by three extraordinary leaders, Mandy Hickson, former RAF fast jet pilot, Mark Fetters, Bomb Disposal Squadron Commander, an... more

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Recent Guests

Kathleen Saxton
Qualified, accredited psychotherapist and executive coach; regular on-screen psychotherapist for ITV's This Morning; author
Self-employed/The Change Creators (as applicable)
Episode: How Narcissistic Traits Show Up in Leaders (And Why It Matters) - Kathleen Saxton
Mandy Hickson
Former RAF fast jet pilot, best-selling author, international speaker
Former RAF / author
Episode: Elite Leadership Lessons from Former Military Leaders | Military Leaders Panel Edition
Mark Fetters
British Army officer and former Bomb Disposal Squadron commander
British Army
Episode: Elite Leadership Lessons from Former Military Leaders | Military Leaders Panel Edition
Rob Keeping
Managing director at Bells of Lazenby, former military investigator
Bells of Lazenby
Episode: Elite Leadership Lessons from Former Military Leaders | Military Leaders Panel Edition
Amber Shand
Former software engineer turned founder and community builder
She Bites Back / Founder
Episode: Change Doesn't Happen When You Play It Safe | A Leaders' Panel Discussion
Catherine Peacock
Co-founder of 537, with deep ad agency experience
537 / Co-founder
Episode: Change Doesn't Happen When You Play It Safe | A Leaders' Panel Discussion
Georgie Rechner
Founder of Midlife Rebel, former advertising executive, bodybuilder
Midlife Rebel / Founder
Episode: Change Doesn't Happen When You Play It Safe | A Leaders' Panel Discussion
Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Neuroscientist, entrepreneur, author of Tiny Experiments
Tiny Experiments / The Change Creators
Episode: The Experimental Mindset Every Leader Needs - Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Simon Cook
CEO of Cannes Lions
Cannes Lions
Episode: What Change Really Demands From a CEO with Simon Cook

Host

Joanna Howes
Host of The Courageous Leaders Podcast; international coach and behavioural expert focusing on leadership, performance, and producing high-performing teams.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • A brilliant source of inspiration and learning

    Jo and her guests explore such a range of relevant, important topics around leadership and what it takes to be an effective leader today. Inspiring, useful and always a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SF Tr&tl
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great podcast for learning about leadership

    Great tips and real world advice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    schrye01
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast, 100% recommend listening

    A variety of great guests who make some good points based on there experiences. A podcast we could all learn something from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ellie_Jo
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Amazing listen

    It’s been brilliant listening to such an inspiring podcast, the vulnerability shared is admirable and made me realise a lot of us are going through similar struggles.

    So many useful tips have been shared that have really helped me to develop my leadership.

    Can’t wait for the next series😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amyprior
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • An inspirational podcast for leaders

    Truly great podcast. Being a leader I often find it lonely and as if I have the weight of the world on my shoulders. It is good to hear that I am not alone. Hearing other leaders vulnerabilities has really helped me gain some perspective. Well done Jo keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BlueZebra28
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Jo's guests bring actionable leadership insights and real-world vulnerability.
High-quality guests and thoughtful conversations that translate to workplace change.
Vulnerable, authentic storytelling that makes leadership feel achievable.
Listeners praise the honest, practical advice for growing leadership impact.

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How Narcissistic Traits Show Up in Leaders (And Why It Matters) - Kathleen Saxton
Q: How can HR and boards better handle toxic leadership?
Shift governance to include behavior, provide psycho-therapeutic support alongside leadership roles, and ensure accountability through collective oversight rather than relying on a single brave individual.
How Narcissistic Traits Show Up in Leaders (And Why It Matters) - Kathleen Saxton
Q: What should leaders do when confronted with narcissistic behavior in their organization?
Approach should be collaborative and strategic: assess, build psychological safety, consider governing changes, and explore options from coaching to collective action, including the potential for a coup if necessary as a last resort.
How Narcissistic Traits Show Up in Leaders (And Why It Matters) - Kathleen Saxton
Q: Where have you had the courage to change?
The guest describes a personal period where she relinquished a high-status career and a long relationship to stay true to her values, illustrating that real courage often involves letting go and facing uncertainty while staying aligned with one's integrity.
The Experimental Mindset Every Leader Needs - Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Q: What is the secret to better decision making?
Integrate both external signals (metrics, dashboards) and internal signals (intuition, team energy) to decide whether to persist, pivot, or pause, and be willing to place a project on the shelf when the data suggest it's not working.
The Experimental Mindset Every Leader Needs - Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Q: How can leaders bring this mindset into the workplace?
By treating teams as laboratories, giving people ownership to design their own experiments, and focusing on outputs that come from learning loops rather than fixed outcomes, leaders can foster curiosity, collaboration, and sustainable momentum.

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What is The Courageous Leaders Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on courageous leadership, personal growth, and practical mindset shifts for modern leaders. Across episodes, guests share experiences around authentic communication, embedding resilience, and building inclusive cultures in creative, marketing, and entrepreneurial settings. Notable angles include health and wellbeing for leaders, dismantling outdated mindsets, and driving meaningful change through vulnerability, accountability, and strategic conversations. A recurring strength is translating bold leadership ideas into actionable tactics—from experiments in leadership to navigating motherhood, advocacy against workplace injustice, and championing underrepresented voices in marketing and sports. This mix makes it valuable for ... more

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7. Georgie Rechner
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