Communicast: A Communication Skills Podcast

The Silent Strength: Why Listening Is the Most Underrated Communication Skill

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Sairan Aqrawi—a business strategist, certified coach, and engineer with extensive experience leading complex infrastructure p...

High-Stakes Conversations: Communication Skills from a Secret Service Veteran

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Brad Beeler, a former Secret Service agent, behavioral interviewer, and author with more than two decades of experience navigat...

You Have to Be Bad Before You Can Be Good

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Jared Greer, a business coach, leadership expert, and operational leader with a unique path from sales to private equity.In thi...

Yes Energy: How to Speak Your Truth Without Burning Bridges

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Amy Armstrong, a conflict resolution coach and founder of the Center for Family Resolution.In this episode, Amy shares how she ...

Leadership Is in the Nanoseconds

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Susanne Biro, an executive coach with over 24 years of experience working closely with CEOs and senior leaders at some of the w...

Inside-Out Communication: Why Great Conversations Start Within

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Kayvon Kay, founder of The Sales Connection which scales and manages premier sales teams for online businesses. Over the past f...

The Last 8%: How Tough Conversations Define Leadership

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Bill Benjamin, partner at the Institute for Health and Human Potential, a speaker, author, and expert in emotional intelligence...

Pause Before You Speak: The Power of Responding Versus Reacting

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Saahil Metha, a global entrepreneur, peak-performance coach, and author of Break Free. Saahil has lived and led across continen...

Listening in Layers

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Camille Preston, a business psychologist, executive coach, and founder of AIM Leadership. Camille has spent the past two de...

Data + Storytelling = Clarity

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Jennifer Dulski, Founder and CEO of Rising Team. With leadership experience at some of the world’s most influential tech comp...

Future-Ready Communication: Leading in the AI-Enhanced Workplace

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Caron Martinez, Senior Director of the Center for Professionalism & Communications at American University’s Kogod School of B...

The Deep Tissue Analogy: Tough Talks Done Right

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by John Gallagher. John is the driving force behind Growing Champions Coaching and is a renowned consultant and coach to some of t...

Curiosity, Empathy, Conviction: 3 Unexpected Keys to Leadership

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Laura London. Laura is a former McKinsey consultant who now serves as CEO, consultant, and coach at Calocedrus Partners, where ...

Advocate or Inquire: The Boardroom Move That Changes Everything

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Brendan Keegan. Brendan is a 6-time president and CEO, 21-time board director, 2-time best-selling author, World’s Most Innov...

Tune In Before You Broadcast

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Andy Reid. Andy is a multi-talented auctioneer, coach, and author, who brings a fresh perspective to communication and success....

How Active Listening Drives Career Success

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Joe Davis. Joe is a leadership expert who spent over 37 years at the Boston Consulting Group and is the author of The Generous ...

Why Presentation Skills Still Make or Break Careers

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by joined by Ed Moehlenkamp— executive coach and leadership development expert with over 30 years of experience helping professi...

Saad Saad: How to How to Negotiate Without Being a Jerk and Influence with Empathy and Clarity

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by joined by Saad A Saad—negotiation expert, author, teacher, and trainer—who shares how negotiation isn’t just for boardroo...

Corine La Font: Read the Room - Communication, Energy, and Intuition

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Corine La Font, a communications strategist, author, podcaster, and consultant based in the Caribbean. In this conversation, Co...

Juilia Quijano: Curiosity, Clarity, and Confidence - The Leadership Trifecta

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Julia Quijano, a leadership expert with a psychology background and founder of Congruent Leadership. Julia serves as a leadersh...

Bryan Baldwin: From DJ Booth to Boardroom - Communication Lessons from Music and Business

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Bryan Baldwin, a dynamic professional with a fascinating career journey that spans the music industry, corporate leadership, an...

Amanda Kenderes: What's Your Talk Type?

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Amanda Kenderes, who has over 30 years of experience researching communication across 40 countries and over a decade in academi...

Michael Paradise: How Great Leaders Communicate: The Secret to Executive Presence

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Michael Paradise, a leadership development expert from AdventHealth’s Leadership Institute. In this episode, Michael shares p...

Kevin Eikenberry: The Secrets to Great Communication

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Kevin Eikenberry. Kevin specializes in empowering organizations, leaders, and individuals to fulfill their potential through tr...

Akil Walton: Winning Through People

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Akil Walton, a seasoned executive with a career spanning HR, talent development, and organizational effectiveness at some of th...

Lisa Bodell: How Simplicity and Authenticity Transform Communication

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Lisa Bodell, a globally recognized expert on innovation and simplicity, and the founder and CEO of FutureThink. With over two d...

Amber Monroe: Creating Customer-Centric Cultures Through Empathy and Connection

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Amber Monroe, Vice President of Customer Experience at Paradigm Senior Services. With over 15 years of expertise...

Andre Brice: From Crisis Response to Marketing Success - Lessons on Communication

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining me today is Andre Brice, North American Regional Manager for Arlo—a company revolutionizing how training programs operate with automation an...

Olivia Savage: Communication Chameleon: The Power of Adaptability

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm joined by Olivia Savage, a culture and capabilities leader with more than 20 years of experience in shaping organizational success. Olivia ...

Candy Motzek: Curiosity and Growth: How Asking the Right Questions Changes Everything

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm joined by Candy Motzek, a former engineer and senior leader turned business coach for coaches. Candy takes us on her transformative journey...

Ksenia Zaykova: Tuning In: How Active Listening Transforms Interactions

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm joined by Ksenia Zaykova, Chief Communications Officer at AngelsDeck Global Ventures and Founder of Node Communications. Ksenia is renowned...

Will Giangrande: Treat Others How They Need to Be Treated

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Treat others the way they need to be treated. An interesting twist on the Golden Rule and great advice from my guest this episode, Will Giangrande. Wi...

Molly McGrath: Fix My Boss

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m thrilled to have Molly McGrath on the show. Molly is a powerhouse in leadership development and team management, with a unique talent for...

Robin Hills: Artificial AND Emotional Intelligence

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m excited to bring you a conversation with Robin Hills. Robin is the founder of EI4Change and a leading expert in emotional intelligence. H...

Richard Weylman: Relationships Drive Sales

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation that could transform the way you build relationships and lead with empathy. My guest is the legendary Richard...

James Ferguson: The First Thing You Say Is Rarely Ever Spoken

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“The first thing you say is rarely ever spoken.” Love this point shared by my guest this episode, James Ferguson.  James is the Director of Cultu...

Greg Harmeyer: Everything That Is Said Is Said By The Listener

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Everything that is said, is said by the listener.” Absolutely love this point shared by my guest this episode, Greg Harmeyer. Greg is the Chairma...

Paula Caligiuri: Tolerance for Ambiguity

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a tolerance for ambiguity? In this episode, my guest, Paula Caligiuri, talks about how this tolerance can help you improve your communicat...

Alan Questel: Mistakes Are My Best Teachers

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Be clear. Be listening. Be patient. Be aware. Great tips from my guest this episode, Alan Questel. Alan is the author of “Practice Intentional Acts ...

Artem Koren: Communication is Your Sword

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the critical role of communication in the workplace. I'm thrilled to be joined by Artem Koren, Chief Product Officer and...

Eileen Spencer: Listen to Learn

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Adjust to your audience. Add value with your communications. Listen to Learn. Great advice from my guest this episode, Eileen Spencer. Eileen is a tal...

Carlos Alvarenga: The Rules of Persuasion

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Earn your role. Model good behaviors. Share your knowledge. Fantastic advice from my guest this episode, Carlos Alvarenga, around how to grow your car...

Eric Henry: How to Cut Through the Noise

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With a constant barrage of information coming at people, how do you cut through the noise? That is exactly what my guest, Eric Henry, and I discussed ...

Sony Das: The 4 Cs of Effective Communication

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Be clear, concise, charismatic, and curious. Fantastic advice from my guest, Sony Das. Sony is the Vice President of Learning and Organizational Devel...

Erik Algreen: Measure Twice. Cut Once.

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Measure twice. Cut once. Fantastic advice for so many areas of life from my guest, Erik Algreen. Erik is the Founder and Executive Coach at Algreen & ...

Dr. David Schreiner: Be the Best Part of Their Day

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to interactions with your team, focus on quality over quantity. Fantastic advice from my guest, Dr. David Schreiner. Dave is the Preside...

Dianna Booher: Would You Put That in Writing?

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When delivering a speech or presentation, find your fans and make eye contact with them at the beginning. It will help reduce your nerves and get thin...

David Dye: Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In order to be a great communicator, you need to focus on connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. Fantastic advice from my guest, David Dye. D...

Rich Carr: Predictable, Consistent, and Kind

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In order to establish psychological safety, you need to be predictable, consistent, and kind. Excellent advice from my guest, Rich Carr. Rich is a lea...

Chrissie Fay: It’s the Intangibles That Set You Apart

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the intangibles that set you apart. Excellent perspective from my guest this episode, Chrissie Fay. Chrissie is an executive search consultant ...

Matt Krasnoff: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Take care of people and people will take care of you. Outstanding advice from my guest this episode, Matt Krasnoff. Matt is the Producing Branch Manag...

Jesse Cole: Swing Hard in Case You Hit It

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leaders are great repeaters. That is something that my guest this episode, Jesse Cole, truly embodies. Jesse is the owner of the Savannah Bananas, whe...

Juli Lassow: The Key to Successful Partnerships: Effective Communication and Empathy

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Focus on the audience. Lead with empathy. Ask great questions. That’s how my guest this episode, Juli Lassow, describes a great communicator. Juli s...

Shawn Harper: From Gridiron to Stage: How Communication Paved the Way

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Connect. Involve. Upgrade. That’s the process my guest this episode, Shawn Harper, has used to make a successful transition from the NFL to the boar...

Roger Martin: Be IN Communication

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Communication is a triangle and at any given time, we as communicators, only have visibility to two of its sides. That’s how my guest this episode, ...

Ryan Estes: Communication Is a Lot Like Jazz

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Use your words to paint a picture in someone else’s mind. That’s how my guest this episode, Ryan Estes, describes a great communicator. Ryan is a ...

Ollie Craddock: Listen to Your Employees

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to your employees. It seems like common sense, but it isn’t common practice. In this episode, I chat with Ollie Craddock, CEO of Rungway, a f...

Matthew Krayton: Avoid the Echo Chamber

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get out of the echo chamber. Solid leadership advice from my guest, Matthew Krayton. Matthew is the founder of Publitics, a public affairs, politics, ...

Kelly Ann Doherty: Multiple Channels. Multiple Times.

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Practice. Practice. Practice. That is the advice from my guest, Kelly Ann Doherty. Kelly Ann is the Chief Administrative Officer for Mr. Cooper where ...

Jorge Camacho: The Chemistry of Communication

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Intelligence opens doors, but it is your communication skills that enable you to walk through them. My guest, Jorge Camacho, taught high school Honors...

Pam Nemec: Communication Skills for Building a Strong Brand and Culture

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brand is built from the inside out. So, if you want a strong brand, focus on internal communication first. My guest, Pam Nemec, is the Founder and CEO...

Heather Younger: Closing the Communication Loop

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Remove your assumptions. Otherwise, you are just going throughout your day guessing. Sage advice from my guest, Heather Younger. Heather is a TEDx Key...

Jennifer Brunelli: The Power of Communicating Your "Why"

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does a 340 pound NFL lineman and a 7 year old have in common? When communicating with either of them, you better focus on the “why”.  In thi...

Laurie Palau: Communicating to Reduce Clutter

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you suffer from calendar clutter? Is clutter causing tension at home?  My guest Laurie, Palau, is the founder of Simply B Organized, a lifestyle s...

Dr. Aaron Bishop: How to Build Conversational Intelligence

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen with empathy and practice conversational intelligence. Sound advice from my guest Dr. Aaron Bishop. Dr. Bishop is a multifaceted transformation...

Alejandro Cornejo: Words Are Like a Chainsaw

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Make every word count and aim for progress not perfection. According to this episode’s guest, those are two great ways to become an effective commun...

Rob Lauber: How Stories Engage Your Audience

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Focus on your audience and use stories. That is the key advice from my guest, Rob Lauber. Rob is a career learning and development executive for brand...

Lisa Guillot: The Confidence Equation

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence is courage plus commitment. My guest, Lisa Guillot, is the Founder and Lead Coach at Be Bright Lisa where she helps her clients bring their...

K.L. Allen: Clarity is Kindness

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Clarity is kindness. It is so simple, yet so powerful. That’s the message from my guest, Dr. K.L. Allen, who is the Chancellor of WGU Ohio. K.L. has...

Ingrid Christensen: The Language of Trust

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate the small successes along the way. That’s the advice from my guest, Ingrid Christensen, who is the President and Founder of INGCO Internat...

Kayley Hamilton: Speak as if You Are Right. Listen as if You Are Wrong.

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From interviewing celebrities on the red carpet and working for top entertainment news outlets such as Entertainment Tonight and US Weekly magazine, t...

Ron Carucci: You Don't Need to Be an Answer ATM

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are we in a trust recession? Are you viewed simply as an “Answer ATM”? And why do we feel the need to use so many qualifiers before giving someone...

Projjal Ghatak: Clarity and Visibility in a Hybrid World

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with the CEO and Co-founder of OnLoop, Projjal Ghatak, who envisions a world where work is designed to make people bette...

Ella Wright: Quantity Does Not Equal Quality

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Ella Wright, who is the Founder of Start The Conversation, where she teaches leaders and teams how to solve problem...

Ben Higgins: Be Where Your Feet Are

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Ben Higgins. Ben has had such an amazing journey: Working in Fin-Tech. Star of hit reality TV show "The Bachelor". ...

Marlene Chism: Speak to the Observed Behavior

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Marlene Chism. Marlene helps C-suite leaders build drama free cultures that drive growth and reduce costly mistakes...

Liz Kislik: Know Your Turning Radius

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Liz Kislik. Liz is a frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Through her work as a manageme...

Chris Hood: Bridging the Gap Between Business and Technology

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Chris Hood. Chris is the Head of Business Platform Strategy for Google where his thought leadership and strategic i...

Dr. Tom Tonkin: The Benefits of Idle Chitchat

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Dr. Tom Tonkin. Dr Tonkin is an award winning researcher and author as well as the co-founder and CEO of the Sales ...

Kevin Wilde: The Leadership Superpower

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Kevin Wilde. Kevin was the Chief Learning Officer for General Mills, currently serves as an Executive Leadership Fe...

Stephan Wiedner: How to Put Empathy Into Practice

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Stephan Wiedner. Stephan is co-founder and CEO of multiple companies focused on talent development, psychological s...

Ginger Hardage: How to Build an Unstoppable Culture

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Ginger Hardage. Ginger retired as Senior Vice President of Culture and Communications at Southwest Airlines after a...

Yewande Faloyin: Build Value Through Communication

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Yewande Faloyin, founder and CEO of OTITO, which specializes in coaching entrepreneurial executives and serial high...

Anish Majumdar: Listen, Learn, and Help

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Anish Majumdar, career coach and hidden job market expert.  Check out the episode to get Anish’s perspective on ...

Johnny Crowder: Why Investing in Communication Skills Pays Dividends

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Johnny Crowder, Founder and CEO at Cope Notes, which provides daily mental health support.  Check out the episode ...

Donna Loughlin: Work Hard and Be Nicer to People

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am talking with Donna Loughlin, President and Founder of LMG PR, a high impact strategic public relations firm for innovative emerg...

Matt Baxter: People Are More Than a Resume

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just graduating or going through a midlife crisis? Ask questions. Trying to take your career to the next level? Ask questions. Check out this episode ...

Carissa Karban: Listen to What's Not Being Said

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Carissa Karban, a leadership coach and strategy execution consultant, who has spent the last decade researching leadershi...

Carrie Fox: Soft Skills Are Power Skills

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I am talking with Carrie Foxx, Founder and CEO of Mission Partners, a strategic communications firm and Certified B Corporation that guides high...

Alex Resnick: Strong Communication Skills Will Change Your Life

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I spoke with Alex Resnick, Founder and President of Evolve Leadership. Alex and his team work with growing businesses who know the im...

Jody Fletcher: Listen Twice as Much as You Speak

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Scott D'Amico talks to Jody Fletcher. After spending nearly 30 years in the Navy, working in Reconnaissance and Special Operations fi...

Dan Bruder: Blending Work and Life with Communication Skills

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk to Dan Bruder, author, TEDx speaker, and CEO of Blendification which develops and implements software to harmonize work and li...

Doug Noll: Resolving Prison Conflicts with Listening Skills

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk to Doug Noll. Doug is an ex-lawyer turned mediator and peacemaker who teaches you how to listen people into existence. Check o...

Dave Molenda: Be a Communication Chameleon

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Dave Molenda: business leader, podcast host, and best selling author of Growing on Purpose. Through his Positive Polarity...

Brandy Whalen: Everybody Has a Story to Tell

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Brandy Whalen who is the co-founder of Kitcaster, a growing and successful podcast booking agency. Brandy discusses why c...

Titus Bartolotta: Communication Is a Dish With Lots of Ingredients

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chatted with Titus Bartolotta who is the founder, president, and lead consultant at Collaborative Solutions Group. Be sure to liste...

Jay Guilford: Be Bold in Your Communication

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jay Guilford literally used to work with a bunch of clowns. Jay developed the leadership training program for Cirque du Soleil before founding his own...

Dr. Betty Johnson: The #1 Killer of Productivity

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, leadership and change expert, Dr. Betty Johnson, details the importance of listening and valuing the opinions of others, shares how t...

Kristin Zhivago: Communicate the Truth

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Kristin Zhivago, President and Founder of Zhivago Partners, discusses her "find it, face it, fix it" approach to life and business. K...

Jason Lyons: Word Choice Matters

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, hear Jason discuss why 90% of communication is 100% forgettable, how to ensure your communications are memorable, and why word choice...