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The Courageous Podcast with Ryan Berman

Ryan Berman
Courage
Leadership
Creativity
Entrepreneurship
Fear
Mental Health
Marketing
Soccer
Mentorship
Personal Growth
Advertising
Workplace Culture
Inside Out
Storytelling
Resilience
Social Media
Square
Hospitality Industry
Caesars Entertainment
Pediatric Gastroenterology

Ryan Berman talks to thought leaders from around the globe in business, sports and entertainment to uncover what it means to be courageous in today's world.

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Latest Episodes

David Lawlor spent 35 years at Kellogg and Kellanova, eventually retiring as President of Kellanova Europe. In this conversation with Ryan, he reflects on the moves that shaped him most: leaving Ireland, building the company’s Middle Eastern business... more

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Maya Colombani has spent more than two decades at L'Oréal helping redefine what beauty can mean in the modern world. As Chief Sustainability, Human Rights and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer for L'Oréal Canada, Maya brings a rare blend of convi... more

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Michael Fanuele, Chief Brand Officer at Shake Shack, has built a career shaping some of the most iconic brands in the world. Over the course of his career, he has created market-moving work for brands such as Dos Equis, Arby’s, Cadillac, Charles Schw... more

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Olympian skier Jaelin Kauf and short track speed skater Corinne Stoddard didn’t plan to share a defining moment—but the Olympics had other ideas. In this special episode, a chance meeting in Italy connects two athletes navigating opposite ends of the... more

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Recent Guests

Maya Colombani
VP, Chief Sustainability, Human Rights, and DEI at L'Oréal Canada
L'Oréal Canada
Episode: Maya Colombani - VP, Chief Sustainability, Human Rights, and DEI at L’ORÉAL Canada
Michael Fanuele
Chief Brand Officer at Shake Shack
Shake Shack
Episode: Michael Fanuele - Chief Brand Officer at Shake Shack
Wynn Austin
Founder of Wynn's Kitchen
Wynn's Kitchen
Episode: Wynn Austin - Founder of Wynn’s Kitchen
Carlos Abrams-Rivera
Former CEO of Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz
Episode: Carlos Abrams-Rivera - Former CEO at Kraft Heinz
Micah Donovan
Landon Donovan's son, guest on the show
Family
Episode: Landon Donovan - USMNT Soccer Star + Author
Mackenzie Donovan
Landon Donovan's daughter, guest on the show
Family
Episode: Landon Donovan - USMNT Soccer Star + Author
Sean Poole
Director of Programs and Strategic Initiatives at charity: water
charity: water
Episode: Sean Poole - Director of Programs and Strategic Initiatives at charity: water
Shaun Belongie
CEO of New Belgium Brewing
New Belgium Brewing
Episode: Shaun Belongie – CEO of New Belgium Brewing
Dan Schunk
Head of Creative at Zoom
Zoom
Episode: Dan Schunk – Head of Creative at Zoom

Host

Ryan Berman
Host of The Courageous Podcast, focused on courageous leadership and brand storytelling across business, sports, and entertainment.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Courage made practical

    This podcast is smart, inspiring and grounded. Ryan Berman is one of the dudes that I can listen to forever. He does an incredible job os exploring what is truly means to be courageous in work and life. My conversation with him was so much fun - thoughtful, honest and insightful. This podcast is for anyone who wants to walk away feeling braver, more intentional, and motivated to do hard things —all with a smile on your face!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill Schulman
    United States5 months ago
  • Let your courageous flag fly free

    Loved Ryan’s conversation with my friends and mentors, Mike and Kass Lazerow. Ryan is able to dispense levity while getting to the heart of what makes his guests tick. And he makes his guests think rather than fawn over them. Hosts of all media types should take heed of his conversation style — he’s asking questions and covering topics he believes is interesting and his gift is allowing other people to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FastTash
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very entertaining and informative podcast

    These podcast have featured some of the smartest, bravest and thoughtful leaders in dozens of spaces. It’s not always business speak, but it’s always passionate, entertaining and provides a well round view of how you can use these different courageous principles in your daily business or personal life. You really feel like you are in the room where it happens with this podcast and you have a front row seat to enjoy each week. Download a bunch for the morning commutes or flights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigredprod
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspiring Courageous Conversations!

    After each and every interview I’m left feeling inspired to make courageous change not only in my workplace but in my personal life as well. Ryan Berman hosts courageous conversations with incredible business leaders and action takers. The Courageous Podcast is the perfect soundtrack for your morning commute. Grab a cup of coffee and let The Courageous Podcast be the soundtrack for your day. You won’t be disappointed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KVoorhis
    United States4 years ago
  • So much wisdom

    Ryan keeps it real and there are so many nuggets of wisdom throughout each episode. It’s a can’t miss podcast for me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .MarieClaire.
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise practical courage frameworks and actionable takeaways.
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Wynn Austin - Founder of Wynn’s Kitchen
Q: What would surprise someone stepping into Wynn's Kitchen for a week?
They would likely be surprised by how hands-on Wynn remains—packing jars, labeling, and coordinating every step herself when needed, which underscores the gritty, do-it-yourself ethos of the business.
Shaun Belongie – CEO of New Belgium Brewing
Q: What's your view on risk and experimentation in product development?
You must accept that not all experiments will succeed; the key is to place bets in ways that maximize learning and potential upside, while treating failures as opportunities to iterate.
Shaun Belongie – CEO of New Belgium Brewing
Q: What was the most courageous act since you became CEO?
Leading the response to the Asheville flood crisis, including personally coordinating relief efforts and ensuring employees were supported and the brewery could resume operations quickly.
Jaelin Kauf - Team USA Olympic Freestyle Skier
Q: So we launched Deliver The Love and the Deliver The Love Foundation. And so kind of started as the platform of Deliver The Love, hoping to build into the foundation of kind of sharing my own journey, my own love story for what I do. What are your dreams for that?
Jaelin explains that the platform and foundation aim to inspire confidence and self-love in girls through sport, including camps and scholarships, with the goal of creating a powerful, lasting impact beyond her competitive results.
Jaelin Kauf - Team USA Olympic Freestyle Skier
Q: Who else is part of the cheering committee? Who else is heading over there?
Jaelin describes a large support network including family and close friends; the cheering circle extends beyond parents to a group of high school friends, underscoring the strong personal support behind her Olympic journey.

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

This show centers courage as a practical leadership and branding discipline. Episodes span from corporate strategy and brand storytelling to sports and philanthropy, with frequent deep dives into how leaders model bravery, drive culture change, and translate bold ideas into measurable outcomes. Guests range from CEOs and marketers to athletes and philanthropists, all share actionable frameworks, real-world experiments, and candid lessons learned about building trust, navigating risk, and leading with purpose. A standout trait across episodes is a willingness to confront difficult topics—transparency, accountability, and the human side of leadership—while keeping the conversation accessible and applicable to teams, organizations, and brands.... more

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Recent guests on The Courageous Podcast include:

1. Maya Colombani
2. Michael Fanuele
3. Wynn Austin
4. Carlos Abrams-Rivera
5. Micah Donovan
6. Mackenzie Donovan
7. Sean Poole
8. Shaun Belongie

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