Life Well•Led

Video Podcast

di Eric Kebschull and Karen Ladany

Educazione Società e cultura

Stagione 3

A Legacy That Outlasts You | Brian Holmes

What does it mean to lead in a way that continues long after you’re gone? Brian Holmes is the Chief of Police in Kingston, Massachusetts, after nearly three decades in law enforcement, and his experience has shaped a leadership philosophy centered on service, accountability, empathy, and preparing the people who will come next. In this episode, Brian joins Karen and Eric to talk about what leadership looks like when the responsibility gets heavier as you move up. They explore earning trust instead of relying on authority, listening long enough to understand the real problem, mentoring the next generation, and Brian’s work to build a regional crisis response program that brings law enforcement and mental health professionals together. It’s a conversation about giving more of yourself to the people you serve, having the courage to evolve, and building something that can continue long after you step away.

When the Problem Isn’t Really the Problem | Falk Bothe

When the Problem Isn’t Really the Problem What if the problem you’re trying to solve isn’t actually the problem? Falk Bothe’s approach to that question has been shaped by an unusual combination of experiences, from corporate consulting and executive coaching to adaptive leadership, systems thinking, and even competitive dance, each teaching him something different about how people work together and how change really happens. In this episode, Falk joins Karen and Eric to explore what it takes to look beyond the symptoms of a problem and understand the larger system creating it. They talk about why people resist change, how our actions create ripple effects we may never see, what dancing taught Falk about leadership, and why solving complex problems requires curiosity before answers. It’s a conversation about seeing what’s really happening beneath the surface and helping people become part of the change rather than having change happen to them.

What Are You Really Working Toward? | Karen Ladany

What are you really working toward? In the last few days, more than 25,000 people have joined the Well•Led community through the power of social media. So in this episode, Eric turns the questions on Karen to share more about the person behind the viral videos and the experiences that have shaped how she sees the world. They talk about chasing titles, personal development, learning to hold space for others, discovering systems thinking, and why she believes changing the way we work is worthwhile work. It’s a conversation about growth, purpose, and what it takes to see the systems shaping our lives more clearly so we can begin changing them for the better.

Seperating Yourself From The Role | Brian Sano

What do you do when the biggest case of your career ends in a loss the whole country is watching? Brian Sano spent years as a federal prosecutor, including a seat at the table for one of the most closely watched trials of 2008 financial crisis. In this episode, he takes us inside the courtroom the moment the verdict was read. Brian shares how he learned to separate who he is from his role, why he believes leadership is "an art of seeing," and how a sticker in his father's car when he was fifteen, "I am a human being, not a human doing," has shaped every chapter of his career since. We also talk about the small, tight-knit team that got him through the trial and taught him what real psychological safety looks like, and an early lesson in where systems support us and where they fail us. A conversation about grief, authority, and what it really means to lead with curiosity.

When "Toughing It Out" Stops Working | Peter Rendina

What happens when the thing that made you strong starts working against you? Peter Rendina spent his career in federal law enforcement, eventually serving as a deputy chief in a federal agency. In a profession built around service, sacrifice, and toughness, he saw firsthand what can happen when people learn to push through difficult emotions instead of dealing with them. In this episode, we talk about what happens when “toughing it out” stops working. Peter shares how our careers can slowly become our identities, why emotions are information rather than weakness, and what years in law enforcement taught him about resilience, transition, and building a life that is bigger than your job. We also talk about the people who changed the way Peter sees life, including a colleague whose struggle with retirement revealed the cost of unresolved experiences and a close friend whose ALS diagnosis led to a simple philosophy: zero days to waste. Because strength isn’t always about pushing through. Sometimes it’s knowing when to stop, pay attention, and choose what comes next.

Navigating Life's Turning Points | Leonardo Da Silveira

What actually causes someone to change? Leonardo Da Silveira has lived and worked in 12 countries, spent years tackling hunger and poverty with the United Nations, and ultimately walked away from that career to pursue a new calling: teaching. In this episode, we talk about the turning points that change the direction of our lives, both the ones we choose and the ones we don't. Leonardo shares how loss shaped his sense of purpose, why our definition of success changes over time, and what his own life and work have taught him about resilience and navigating change. Because we all have turning points. What matters is where we go from them.

Stagione 2

The Wellness Movement Is Booming — So Why Are We Still So Unhappy?

The wellness movement is booming — cold plunges, saunas, supplements, mindfulness apps, yet so many people are still unhappy. In this episode, we explore why personal wellness is thriving even as unhappiness continues to rise, why corporate wellness programs so often fall flat, and what it really takes to build workplaces that care for people in an authentic way.

How 14 Months Away Changed Everything (Including Ourselves)

We’re back — and a lot has changed. Over the past 14 months, we started a business, stretched ourselves in ways we didn’t expect, and learned what leadership really looks like when life gets real. In this season of Life Well•Led, we’re bringing you honest conversations about growth, change, and the messy middle of figuring it all out. Join us as we explore what it means to live and lead with purpose.

Stagione 1

Interview With Yazan Kakish

On this week's episode, Professor Yazan Kakish joins us! Yazan - or Yaz for short - shared his journey from working in the hospitality and advertising industries to his current role in academia. Yaz also discusses the value of kindness and giving back to the community, drawing from his own experiences of receiving help and support. He highlights the need for effective communication, involvement of stakeholders, and empathy in leadership. Yaz believes that everyone has the potential to be a leader and make a positive impact.

Social Emotional Learning - Interview With Kim Gameroz

Today's podcast features guest Kim Gameroz, owner and founder of SELebrate Good Times. Kim shares her journey of starting a business focused on social-emotional learning (SEL) for teachers and students. She began as a teacher herself, realizing the need for more support and resources for students with diverse needs. Kim emphasizes the importance of intentional coaching and creating a community of like-minded educators. Kim's ultimate goal is to transform the lives of educators and students by providing consistent, action-oriented support.

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