Whiskey, Jazz and Leadership

Galen welcomes author and executive coach Ronni Hendel of Inside Out Leadership. Ronni shares her journey from education to executive leadership, and how those experiences shaped her approach to coaching leaders today. Together, they dive into the messy realities of leadership, the challenges of managing up, and the essential shift from doing to truly leading.

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Troy Alexander’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From serving time in prison to launching T363 Skin for Men, he has turned adversity into a powerful platform for inspiring men to show up as their best selves. In this deeply personal conversation, Troy opens up about building mental fortitude, practicing self-love, and why presentation matters—not just in business, but in life.

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Speaker and entrepreneur Troy Alexander shares his remarkable journey from incarceration to building a thriving men’s skincare brand, T363 Skin for Men. Introduced by past guest Leron Barton, Troy opens up about how prison reform shaped his purpose, why community is at the heart of everything he does, and how classical music, jazz, and resilience fuel his leadership.

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In this episode, DJ, professor, and author Amani Roberts dives deeper into the leadership and life lessons hidden in music. From the genius of Prince and the reinvention of New Edition to the resilience of Destiny’s Child, Amani shows how creativity, collaboration, and failure all shape great artistry—and great leadership. Alongside Galen Bingham, he connects the beats of music history to practical wisdom for business, courage, and...

Author, DJ, professor, and speaker Amani Roberts opens up about his journey from the hotel industry to building The Armani Experience. He shares the risks and rewards of walking away from a corporate career, how jazz and DJ culture fuel creativity, and the leadership lessons he’s drawn from R&B legends. It’s a candid look at courage, resilience, and reinventing yourself through music and passion.

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Galen and Hunter go deeper on practical leadership—why people follow for their reasons, how to avoid the Peter Principle trap, and a simple framework for hiring only high performers while pairing relentless accountability with genuine appreciation. They swap must-read books (Lencioni, Berg, MBS) and share real-world tactics you can use tomorrow.

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Hunter shares his journey from engineer to leader, opening up about the mistakes, lessons, and breakthroughs that shaped his leadership philosophy. From coaching kids on the soccer field to guiding teams in the technology industry, Hunter reveals why mastering the fundamentals of management is the foundation for true leadership.

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In this continuation with author, publisher, and TEDx speaker Karen Weaver, we go beyond inspiration and get practical about how to live a life aligned with purpose. Karen explains how to connect with your future self, embrace choice as a powerful leadership tool, and shift your mindset to “call in” the good that life has to offer. Drawing from lessons in Think and Grow Rich and her own experiences of resilience and awakening, Kare...

In this inspiring episode, Galen sits down with visionary author, publisher, and TEDx speaker Karen Weaver, whose journey from Ireland to Australia embodies courage, resilience, and awakening. Karen opens up about overcoming personal loss, embracing spiritual transformation, and answering a divine calling that has shaped her life and work.

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In the conclusion of their conversation, Jan Cerny dives deeper into the heart of Constellations for Leading Organizational Change, exploring the critical differences between change and transformation. She shares powerful stories from leaders who turned failure into opportunity, built cultures of trust, and navigated resistance with courage. Jan also reflects on why she felt called to write the book, the inspiration she drew from h...

In this first part of the conversation, Galen sits down with longtime friend and leadership giant Jan Cerny to explore her inspiring journey and her new book Constellations for Leading Organizational Change. From her roots in science and research to navigating corporate HR and eventually becoming a leadership coach, Jan shares the pivotal experiences that shaped her perspective on organizational change.

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In this follow-up conversation, Dr. David Banks and Galen dive deeper into purpose-driven leadership, the cultural challenges leaders face around the world, and the power of asking the right questions for true self-discovery. From his “three P’s” framework to stories of transforming leadership in Pakistan, Dr. Banks shows how pleasure, principles, and productivity can redefine success If you loved this conversation, there’s more wa...

International trainer, speaker, and leadership coach Dr. David Banks joins Galen to explore how purpose shapes both personal and professional success. In this powerful conversation, they discuss building a strong foundation before chasing profits, leading the whole person, and the five questions that unlock true purpose. That’s just the beginning. Part 2 is packed with even more game-changing insights from Dr. David Banks that you...

Global Hall of Fame speaker Simon T. Bailey joins Galen to share his remarkable journey from Disney leadership to global impact. In this powerful conversation, Simon opens up about taking bold leaps, discovering purpose, and redefining what it means to inspire as a leader. This is a masterclass in courage, clarity, and authenticity.

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Amy Daughters dives deeper into the leadership impact of handwritten letters, the courage it takes to act on a gut instinct, and how vulnerability opens the door to connection. From stories of Blanton’s bourbon and Texas Tech football to reflections on her invisible board of directors, Amy shares wisdom, warmth, and humor. She and Galen explore how simple, intentional acts can build culture, inspire loyalty, and heal divides—one le...

In this heartfelt and unexpected conversation, Amy Daughters shares how a spontaneous decision to write a handwritten note to a long-lost friend evolved into a life-changing journey of connection. She recounts the powerful story of how one letter to a grieving mother led to a two-year pen pal relationship—and eventually inspired her to write 580 letters to people from her past. Alongside Galen, she explores the emotional power of h...

Andre Thornton, CEO of Whitman Consulting, we explore his 7-step leadership framework and the deeper meaning behind transformational leadership. Andre shares how his engineering mindset helped him codify success, the role of mindset in personal growth, and why building trust and collaboration is essential for impact. We also connect leadership to hip-hop, creativity, and legacy—uncovering how vision, vulnerability, and purpose driv...

Galen sits down with Andre W. Thornton—People Engineer, CEO of Whitman Consulting, and former Lockheed Martin executive, for a deep dive into leadership, purpose, and transformation. Andre shares how his journey from building fighter jets to building leaders began with curiosity, evolved through business acumen, and ultimately became a mission to develop people from the inside out. From left-brain logic to right-brain creativity, h...