Rephonic
Artwork for Thirty Minute Mentors

Thirty Minute Mentors

Adam Mendler
Leadership
Mentorship
Entrepreneurship
Career Development
Resilience
Self-Awareness
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation
Olympics
Mental Health
United States Navy
Personal Development
Trust
Education
Personal Growth
Self-Confidence
Decathlon
WWE
John Hancock
Customer Centricity

Leadership guru Adam Mendler goes one on one with America's most accomplished and insightful people on how they made it to the top and how you can too. Each episode features a wealth of practical, actionable advice from a leading CEO, founder, athlete, celebrity, influencer or general / admiral. Learn how to lead in today's landscape, become your best self and excel personally and professionally –... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes343Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
CareersBusinessEducationSelf-Improvement

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Thirty Minute Mentors

Latest Episodes

Neil Giraldo is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and a five-time Grammy winner. Neil has performed, written, and produced music that has sold more than 45 million records, most notably through his decades-long creative partnership with his wife and band... more

Raina Moskowitz is the CEO of The Knot Worldwide, one of the largest and best-known companies in the wedding industry. Raina was previously the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Marketing Officer of Etsy. Raina joins Adam to share her journey and her... more

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse has spent the past two decades serving in the United States Senate, where he is currently the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee and is a senior member of the Judiciary, Budget, and Finance ... more

General Gary Brito is a retired four-star general who was responsible for recruitment, retention, and training across the United States Army. General Brito was the Commanding General of the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command and the Dep... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
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.

Freakonomics Radio
Freakonomics RadioFreakonomics Radio + Stitcher
The Journal.
The Journal.The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion
WSJ What’s News
WSJ What’s NewsThe Wall Street Journal
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
The Prof G Pod with Scott GallowayVox Media Podcast Network

Recent Guests

Neil Giraldo
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, guitarist, writer, and producer
Pat Benatar and Neal Giraldo, Inc.
Episode: Episode 343: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Neil Giraldo
Raina Moskowitz
CEO of The Knot Worldwide
The Knot Worldwide
Episode: Episode 342: The Knot Worldwide CEO Raina Moskowitz
Sheldon Whitehouse
United States Senator from Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee
United States Senate
Episode: Episode 341: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse
Gary Brito
Retired four-star general, former commanding general of TRADOC
United States Army
Episode: Episode 340: General Gary Brito
Ben Zobrist
Former MLB player, author of Prepare for the Pressure
Former Major League Baseball player
Episode: Episode 339: Former MLB Star Ben Zobrist
Allison Ellsworth
Co-founder of Poppi
Poppi
Episode: Episode 338: Poppi Co-Founder Allison Ellsworth
Tom Pickett
CEO of Headspace
Headspace
Episode: Episode 337: Headspace CEO Tom Pickett
Gerald McCoy
Former NFL defensive tackle and Pro Bowl/all-pro player
National Football League (NFL)
Episode: Episode 336: Former NFL Star Gerald McCoy
Lieutenant General Jody Daniels
Leader of the United States Army Reserve; first woman to lead the Army Reserve and Commanding General of U.S. Army Reserve Command
United States Army Reserve
Episode: Episode 335: Lieutenant General Jody Daniels

Host

Adam Mendler
Host of Thirty Minute Mentors

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 382 ratings
  • Great leadership podcast

    Adam does a terrific job as host and has awesome guests giving insights into what a true leader embodies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cwchinn
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Questions

    Adam asks the best questions- have not found anyone else that comes close.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bradleywoolf
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Lessons!

    Adam and his guests have an incredible wealth of knowledge and make it accessible and helpful for listeners. Great listen for anyone wanting to take their leadership

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taylor @ PWS
    United States3 years ago
  • A Must for Anyone in Business!

    Such a terrific podcast for anyone, but especially for anyone in business. The stories that Adam is able to draw out of his guests are truly inspirational, and a must for anyone going through the ups and downs of building a business!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa496
    United States4 years ago
  • Adam continues to impress. The content of his podcast are so helpful to me. His guests are success stories from all walks of life and have a gift for sharing the key points on how they got there. I can listen to them all day!

    Podchaser
    5
    eiglicki
    4 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Conversations feel inspiring and highly actionable for business and life.
The host delivers crisp leadership coaching with top-tier guests.
The show consistently delivers value in a short, digestible format.
Questions cut to the chase and pull out practical takeaways.
Guests are well-chosen and the discussion stays focused and insightful.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 342: The Knot Worldwide CEO Raina Moskowitz
Q: What are the most important skills you developed that helped you become CEO of The Knot Worldwide, and which do you rely on today?
Key skills include talent development, building strong teams, effective communication, and the ability to articulate a compelling vision. She emphasizes treating leadership as a portfolio of talent, betting on internal strengths while complementing with external talent, and maintaining clear, inspirational communication to align the company around a shared mission.
Episode 342: The Knot Worldwide CEO Raina Moskowitz
Q: What were the keys to rising within your career, and what can anyone do to rise within their career?
Her path was shaped by moving across many roles, especially at American Express, where internal mobility allowed her to gain diverse experiences, build empathy for customers, and accelerate leadership development. The core advice is to seek opportunities across functions, maintain high standards, and actively pursue mentorship and sponsorship to find the right path forward.
Episode 341: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse
Q: What do you believe are the keys to successful leadership, and what can anyone do to become a better leader?
Leadership hinges on being true to your own skill set, avoiding fake personas, building trust, delivering consistent, credible work, and looking ahead to anticipate future needs. Different leaders succeed with different styles, whether bold and vocal or quiet and trusted, but authenticity and reliability are universal.
Episode 338: Poppi Co-Founder Allison Ellsworth
Q: How did the idea for Poppi come together? And what were the keys to ultimately turning it into a billion-dollar brand?
Allison explains she started Poppi due to personal health issues and a passion for sharing a better apple cider vinegar experience; the brand grew by embracing a culture-driven, long-term approach that balanced product quality with brand and community building, and by moving at the speed of culture rather than chasing short-term KPIs.
Episode 339: Former MLB Star Ben Zobrist
Q: Ben, what can anyone listening to this conversation do to become more successful personally and professionally?
Identify your true passions, practice relentlessly, focus on small, controllable steps, build confidence through preparation and presence, and translate that energy into leadership and impact in all areas of life.

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 Thirty Minute Mentors

What is Thirty Minute Mentors about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features concise, action-oriented interviews with top leaders across business, technology, sports, government, and entertainment, focusing on leadership fundamentals, career growth, and practical strategies for high performance. Episodes highlight mindset, decision-making, team dynamics, and culture, with guests ranging from founders and CEOs to Olympic athletes and military leaders. The format emphasizes measurable takeaways, time-efficient coaching, and real-world lessons that listeners can apply to their own careers or businesses. A standout trait is the host's ability to draw out tactical, implementable guidance from a diverse set of high achievers, making it valuable for listeners seeking fast, applicable leadership insights ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Thirty Minute Mentors?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Thirty Minute Mentors. 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 Thirty Minute Mentors and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Thirty Minute Mentors get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Thirty Minute Mentors, 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 Thirty Minute Mentors?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Thirty Minute Mentors, 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 Thirty Minute Mentors have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Thirty Minute Mentors 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 Thirty Minute Mentors?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Thirty Minute Mentors:

1. Freakonomics Radio
2. The Journal.
3. The Ezra Klein Show
4. WSJ What’s News
5. The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

How many episodes of Thirty Minute Mentors are there?

Thirty Minute Mentors launched 7 years ago and published 343 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 Thirty Minute Mentors?

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 Thirty Minute Mentors?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Thirty Minute Mentors 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 Thirty Minute Mentors?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Thirty Minute Mentors. 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 Thirty Minute Mentors?

Recent guests on Thirty Minute Mentors include:

1. Neil Giraldo
2. Raina Moskowitz
3. Sheldon Whitehouse
4. Gary Brito
5. Ben Zobrist
6. Allison Ellsworth
7. Tom Pickett
8. Gerald McCoy

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