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The Science of Leadership

Tom Collins
Leadership
Trust
Psychological Safety
Mentorship
Communication
Four Cs Of Leadership
Military
Organizational Culture
Growth Mindset
Leading From the Middle
Accountability (leadership)
Leader-Member Exchange Theory
The Four Stars Of Leadership
Leader-Member Exchange
Crisis Management
Servant Leadership
Cohesion
Empowerment
Ever Learning
Leading Up

The Science of Leadership is the podcast for listeners who want to build their leadership capabilities, providing valuable knowledge, insightful perspectives, and inspiring stories from expert leaders across various fields. The episodes range from one-on-one interviews with experts to discussions between the host and co-host. All episodes are supported by the latest scientific research in leadersh... more

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When leadership repeatedly celebrates and protects a toxic star producer, what lesson does everyone else in the room learn? In Part Three of this five-part series on managing difficult personalities, The Science of Leadership hosts Dr. Tom Collins an... more

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When an organization relies on a toxic star player to win, what message does that send to the rest of the team? In Part Two of this five-part series on managing difficult personalities, The Science of Leadership hosts Dr. Tom Collins and Dr. Justin H... more

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In this foundational kickoff to a five-part series on managing difficult workplace personalities, The Science of Leadership hosts Dr. Tom Collins and Dr. Justin Hamrick confront one of the most complex challenges a manager will ever face: the highly ... more

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In this deeply moving conclusion to a special two-part biographical series, the tables remain turned on The Science of Leadership. Guest host Lindsey Turner (CEO of be Frank) pushes host Dr. Tom Collins further into the hot seat to explore the vulner... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Collins
Physician, leadership author and educator
Episode: Dr. Tom Collins on Stepping Into Your True Purpose | Ep. 92 | The Science of Leadership
Lindsey Turner
Founder and CEO of Be Frank; host of Can I Be Frank
Be Frank
Episode: The Boy with Bursting Shoes: Tom Collins' Origin Story | Ep. 91 | The Science of Leadership
Dr. Thomas Easterly
Director of Plans Analysis and Integration at Carlisle Barracks
Carlisle Barracks
Episode: Using AI in Leadership with Dr. Thomas Easterly | Ep. 86 | The Science of Leadership
Ken Slaw
Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Organizational Leadership Expert
Society for Vascular Surgery
Episode: Leading from the Middle of the Organization w/ Dr. Ken Slaw | Ep. 84 | The Science of Leadership
Doug Gabram
Retired Army Lieutenant General, former battalion commander and senior leader
U.S. Army
Episode: Trust, The Currency of Command with Lt. Gen. Doug Gabram | Ep. 82 | The Science of Leadership
Butch Wilmore
Captain, NASA astronaut (retired); experienced extended stay aboard the ISS
NASA
Episode: Stranded in Space: How an Astronaut Leads When the Plan Fails | Ep. 80 | The Science of Leadership
Gene Renuart
Retired United States Air Force four-star general, former commander of US Northern Command and NORAD
Former U.S. Air Force General
Episode: When Consensus is the Enemy of Excellence | 79 | The Science of Leadership
Rob Carter
Former Executive Vice President of FedEx Information Services, CIO of FedEx, Co-President/Co-CEO of FedEx Services
FedEx
Episode: Why "Easy" is the Enemy of High-Performance Teams | Ep. 78 | The Science of Leadership
Richard Benson-Armer
Senior Advisor at Activint Capital; former McKinsey Senior Partner and CSO roles at Thomson Reuters and AB InBev
Activint Capital; McKinsey; Thomson Reuters; AB InBev
Episode: Building and Implementing Real Strategy with Richard Benson-Armer | Ep. 77 | The Science of Leadership

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Tom Collins
Host of The Science of Leadership
Justin Hamrick
Co-host of The Science of Leadership

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Thought Provoking Podcast

    I truly enjoyed being a guest on The Science of Leadership with Tom Collins. Tom has a unique way of blending the science and art of leadership—especially his explanation of the x-axis and y-axis to show how empowerment directly correlates with effective, positive outcomes.

    Each episode offers practical, thought-provoking lessons that help leaders grow, learn, and better empower those they lead. It’s a platform that doesn’t just talk about leadership—it helps you live it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mario P. Fields
    United States10 months ago
  • 5 star leadership

    There aren’t many 5 stars but this podcast is worthy. The lessons in leadership from all perspectives is very enlightening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amherst guy
    United Statesa year ago
  • a great listen!

    So glad i found this podcast! Great guests, great stories, great practical tips. Tom has such a grounding presence and you can tell he cares about each one of his guests. As someone who hopes to be in a leadership position one day, this has become a new staple in my rotation, but i think truly anyone can benefit from listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    truth.seeker.
    United States2 years ago
  • A must have resource for anyone in leadership role

    This is an incredible resource for anyone in a leadership position. Emphasizes the core principles that make great leaders as well as practical methods to continuously become a better leader (and person)!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    khansenbarnes11
    United States2 years ago

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Human-Centered Leadership: Empathy, Trust, & Neuroscience | Ep. 51 | The Science of Leadership
Q: What are four practical steps leaders can take now to adopt human-centered leadership?
Be kind, be curious, prioritize trust with autonomy, and communicate with care, ensuring you listen, ask questions, grant decision-making freedom, and communicate clearly and compassionately.
Human-Centered Leadership: Empathy, Trust, & Neuroscience | Ep. 51 | The Science of Leadership
Q: How does neuroscience support these leadership practices?
Neuroscience shows that acts of kindness and supportive leadership trigger oxytocin release, which reduces stress, builds trust, and strengthens relationships, creating a virtuous cycle that improves engagement and performance.
Human-Centered Leadership: Empathy, Trust, & Neuroscience | Ep. 51 | The Science of Leadership
Q: What does human-centered leadership look like in practice for teams?
It begins with treating people as humans first, using assessments to understand individual communication and cognitive styles, and then tailoring leadership to empower and support each team member, followed by collaborative planning and ongoing listening.
What Organizations are Looking for in Leaders | Ep. 53 | The Science of Leadership
Q: When organizations start looking for a leader, what traits rise to the top?
A national study showed trust-building, resilience, communication savvy, emotional intelligence, courage, data use, and resource stewardship as top competencies, with soft skills often outweighing technical abilities.
Success: It's Not Who, It's How You Build Your Team | Ep. 56 | The Science of Leadership
Q: Do you have any scientific studies that tie into this idea and show that it really matters?
Yes, the Google study on teams showed that factors like psychological safety and equality in conversational turn-taking predict team effectiveness more than raw talent, underscoring the importance of interaction patterns over individual brilliance.

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This show centers on leadership as a scientifically grounded, practical discipline. Episodes examine accountability, trust, and team health, while frequently exploring how to lead under pressure, manage change, and translate strategy into action. Guests range from military and spaceflight leaders to healthcare and corporate executives, offering real-world lessons on decision quality, communication, and building resilient organizations. A standout theme is applying research-backed frameworks to everyday leadership challenges, from middle management to crisis situations, with actionable takeaways that listeners can adapt to their own teams.

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