Listen Then Speak
Episodes
"Know Your Worth. Watch What Leaves."
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE [00:00] Cold Open — Starting in the middle, because that's where most of you are [03:30] Why toxicity doesn't find you...
When Generosity Becomes a Gift to Their Entitlement
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've been showing up. Every time. No conditions. And somewhere along the way, showing up stopped feeling like a choice, and started feeling like an ...
How to Turn Your Passion into Profit
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A strong brand presence does not start with better gear. It starts with knowing how you want to show up. I sat down with Junaid Ahmed to talk about...
The Keys to How Clarity Reduces Stress and Burnout w/ Steve Woodruff
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The way you communicate can open doors, or quietly close them. On this week’s episode, I sat down with Steve Woodruff to talk about what it reall...
Chemistry Can Lie. Character Always Tells the Truth
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jahmaal unpacks the difference between chemistry and character, and why so many people confuse emotional intensity with genuine alignment. In this s...
Building Legacy After Losing Everything w/ Terry Rice
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Waiting for Closure Is Costing You Everything
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
WHAT YOU’LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE 01 - The Myth of External Closure We’ve been conditioned to believe closure is something someone else delivers. J...
Sustainability on the Front Lines - How to Live in a State of Overflow in High Stress Environments w/ Dr. Gwendolyn Oglesby-Odom
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Boundaries Without Bitterness: The Discipline That Protects Your Peace and Elevates Your Life
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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What Happens when the Devil Emails at Midnight w/ Mita Mallick
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Path to Success Comes By Serving w/ Chaz Horn
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Mindset Behind Sales that YOU feel Good About
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal sits down with business coach Justin Janowski for a conversation that goes past surface-level advice and i...
From the Woods to the World: Celebrating 1 MILLION Downloads
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We Did It - 1 MILLION Downloads!!!In this milestone episode, Jahmaal pauses to reflect, express gratitude, and honor the journey that turned a simple ...
How Bill Walters Helps Imperfect Families Build Financial Stability and Peace
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For some people, helping others reach financial stability and freedom – is just a job.For Bill Walters, it’s personal.Before becoming a financial ...
Redefining Resilience and Servant Leadership w/ Michael Stephenson
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Our personal lives and professional lives. Two areas typically kept completely separate, never to see one another.In reality, who we are, what we’ve...
Closing Out 2025: The Real Cost of Burnout & What Comes Next
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we close out 2025, Jahmaal Marshall reflects on a powerful year of growth, leadership, and transformation within the Listen Then Speak community.In...
Wisdom for the Next Generation w/ Tee Smith
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a sea of hot-takes and fast “advice”, it can be difficult to understand what is really important when it comes to success in business but also ...
Successful on Paper, Exhausted in Private: Why High-Performing Leaders Are Burning Out, and What Actually Works with Jahmaal Marshall
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Senior leaders, C-suite executives, and business owners are succeeding at unprecedented levels—yet many are silently battling stress, burnout, anxie...
When Your Heart for Others Costs You Your Health: Breaking the Cycle of Burnout and People Pleasing
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What You’ll Learn in This Episode1. The “Always-Available Executive” PatternWhy leaders feel compelled to stay on call 24/7 and the subconscio...
The Weight Behind the Scrubs: Healing Stress and Burnout in Nursing - Jahmaal Marshall
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we cover:Why nurse burnout is rising nationwideThe emotional weight behind compassion fatigueWhy stress in nursing is often ignored o...
Coming off Code is THE CHEAT Code, from Trauma to Triumph with Precious L. Williams
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With 28 years as an international professional speaker and corporate trainer, Precious L. Williams has methods to empower her clients to secure millio...
We’re Back + Celebrating 60 Episodes of Listen Then Speak
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we step into a new season of conversations, insights, and growth, we want to hear from you directly. Who are our listeners? What challenges are yo...
Going from Mental Panic to Market Progress with Evan Marks
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Evan Marks is a seasoned mental performance coach with over 25 years of Wall Street wisdom, previously serving as a Senior Consultant and Performance ...
Men’s Mental Health and the Need for Community with Ted Phaeton
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ted Phaeton is a husband, father, and dog dad with a passion for helping men unlock their full potential through productivity, time mastery, and leade...
Leading Through the Shift: Staying Human in an AI-Driven Age - Jahmaal Marshall
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why AI is accelerating disconnection more than innovationThe real leadership gap emerging in today’s orgsHow to lead...
Acceleration Through Adversity with Jordan Mendoza
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Mendoza is a sought-after sales and social media coach, podcast host, and author with a passion for helping individuals and brands elevate thei...
Mental Health, Memorial Day & the Mind Behind the Machine - Jahmaal Marshall
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
- What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why Mental Health Awareness Month still matters in 2025Startling statistics around burnout and anxiety in the te...
Episode Title: Burnout & Anxiety in Tech – Mental Health Awareness Month - Jahmaal Marshall
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The true definition of burnout and how it manifests in tech careersKey stats:42% of tech workers are at high risk of burnout (Yerbo, 2023) (The stats ...
From Addiction to Acceleration - Adam Larkin
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Larkin is a motivational speaker, recovery advocate, serial entrepreneur, and the CEO of Gitt Apparel. Adam’s brand is on a mission to encourag...
How to Be Road Tested and Proven Both Personally and Professionally - Jacob Roig
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a seasoned business coach with 16 years of experience, Jacob Roig inspires and equips ambitious entrepreneurs to overcome growth barriers, increase...
Navigating Mental Health as You Climb the Corporate Ladder - Jennifer Brick
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Once an unapologetic corporate climber, Jennifer Brick exited her thriving corporate career to follow her passion: helping pave the path for more peop...
Tips on Self-management when you have a crappy week - Jahmaal Marshall
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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The Listen Then Speak Community Group Co-Hort - Jahmaal Marshall
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So, what’s this community all about?Bi-weekly Virtual Meetups: Every two weeks, we host a live, interactive session. Sometimes it's a roundtable dis...
Mastering Stress Responses - Part 1: A Leader’s Guide for Tech & HR - Jahmaal Marshall
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission ...
The First Steps to Taking Imperfect Action - Jahmaal Marshall
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission ...
How Paying It Forward Boosts Your Mental Wellness with Cindy Witteman
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cindy Witteman is a powerhouse from the heart of San Antonio, Texas. She's not just a business owner, three-time International Best-Selling Author, an...
The Nonlinear Path to Happiness with Antoni Tzavelas
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After successfully navigating the vibrant fields of fashion design, systems engineering, cloud engineering, cloud training, and team coaching, Antoni ...
The Non-linear Journey to Success with Nausheen Chen
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nausheen Chen is a nerd turned Fortune 50 manager turned award-winning filmmaker...turned 3-time TEDx speaker and public speaking coach. She was one o...
What Does Mental Health and Wellness Look Like for Professionals with James Lawrence
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With more than 25 years of being a CEO and founder, James Lawrence loves to share his insights on leadership, organizational culture and the intersect...
Turning Trauma into Triumph with Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes was raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. His curious mind led him to become a jac...
Mental Health in Front and Behind the Camera with April Hernandez Castillo
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As an actress, April Hernandez Castillo reached critical heights in her portrayal of Eva Benitez in the award-winning movie, Freedom Writers. She has ...
Walking in Truth with Eudania Burrell
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eudania Burrell is a New York native, mother, sister, Gigi, and an extraordinary trailblazer in real estate investing who has celebrated 25 years of r...
Making Waves in Conscious Leadership with Marika Messager
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marika Messager is making waves in the realm of conscious leadership. She has a 15-year history in the financial industry and was recognized as one of...
The Power of Believing in Yourself with Nicholas Dillon
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nicholas Dillon is a certified life and recovery coach and a private practice drug and alcohol counselor. He’s also an accomplished author, leadersh...
Finding Your Zone of Genius with Peter Schroeder
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Schroeder started his entrepreneurial journey at the age of nine, doing a joint venture beverage business with a classmate. By 12, he was a feat...
Bouncing Back from Burnout with Cait Donovan
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caitlin Donovan is one of New York City’s leading burnout experts and acupuncturists, host of “Fried – The Burnout Podcast,” and author of the...
Taking New Ground with Adrian Koehler
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian Koehler is a leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. He coaches executives and entrepr...
The Power of Authentic Leadership with Lan Phan
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lan Phan is a tour de force in the realm of purpose-driven leadership and personal excellence. An acclaimed writer whose forthcoming book, 'Do This Da...
The Dropout Multi-Millionaire with Brian Will
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Will is a serial entrepreneur, a two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and a leading consultant in business and sales management. Thr...
Finance Through Faith with Shane Bauman
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shane Bauman is the founder of RISE and has been in the financial services industry since 2011. During his 12+ years in financial services, Shane has ...
Unleashing Your Superpower with Dr. Mike Van Thielen
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mike Van Thielen is a biohacking expert and the Medical Director at ClariGenZ Health, an innovative medical company with a new pill providing all ...
Becoming an Entrepreneurial Insider with Frederick Cary
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fred Cary is an internationally known entrepreneur and business thought leader with over three decades of leadership experience and transformational s...
Coming Home to Yourself with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, psychologist, bestselling author, and behavioral researcher, has unveiled a groundbreaking approach in his Amazon new-release bes...
Owning Your Self-Image with Sandy Grigsby
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s Inside:How Sandy makes magic with her high-profile clientsThe connection between mental and physical healthWhy Sandy wrote her children’s b...
Making an Authentic Impact with Jordan Pendleton
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Speaker, podcast host, and money mindset coach Jordan Pendleton helps passionate entrepreneurs live their purpose and profit so they can make an impac...
The Pain Behind the Purpose with Pjero Mardesic
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pjero Mardesic is an Australian executive coach, speaker, therapist, facilitator, and poet. He’s also the author of Conquer the Uncomfortable and Un...
Reimagining Inclusion with Mita Mallick
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s Inside:How Mita’s childhood shaped who she is today.How a lack of inclusion impacts mental health.Myths about DEI. Mentioned In This Episo...
Answering the Call with Sanyika Street
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sanyika “the Firestarter” Street helps men build profitable service-based businesses. He’s also a keynote speaker and the host of Going All-In, ...
Following Your Fascination with Shaahin Cheyene
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shaahin Cheyene is the CEO and chairman of a brain nutrition startup called Accelerated Intelligence. He’s also the president and founder of Podcast...
Owning Our Gifts and Power with JJ Flizanes (Part 2)
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow up conversation with author and empowerment strategist JJ Flizanes, we continue our dialogue around living out our purpose and owning o...
Owning Our Gifts and Power with JJ Flizanes
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s Inside:How JJ transitioned from fitness to holistic wellness.How core wounds can shape our life journeys.How we can nurture and use our uniqu...
Meditation and the Journey of Self-Discovery with Katie Krimitsos
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s Inside:Katie’s career journey from marketing and copywriting to meditation.The importance of knowing who we want to become.How to use medit...
Servant Leadership with Zachary Paul Hoffman
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Hoffman is an award-winning author, transformation coach, and founder of an organization called SWALeadership. My conversation with Zach dives in...
The Importance of Boundaries - Julie Hruska
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Julie Hruska is a high-performance strategist and a certified performance coach. She also has a master’s degree and is the owner of the company Powe...
A Devine Spark of Defiance - Part 2
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part One of this conversation with Joy Donnell, we went deep. Joy’s perspective truly helps people think beyond the surface level, which continue...
A Divine Spark of Defiance with Joy Donnell - Part 1
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joy Donnell is a producer, writer, and co-founder of CIME, the Center for Intersectional Media and Entertainment. CIME provides research and resources...
Die Before They Do - A Conversation with Robb Gilbear
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is just under 30 minutes you'll learn:The effects of childhood traumaChoosing and switching vocations D...
Examining Our Own Implicit Bias - Sejal Thakkar (Part 2)
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 20 minutes you'll learn:Listening to Understand in spite of culture difference Checkin...
Using Trials to Turn the Tide - Sejal Thakkar - Part 1
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 17 minutes you'll learn:About Sejal's early childhoodHer desire to stand against societ...
Finding Success by Learning What Not to do.
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 25 minutes you'll learn:About Matt's cultural influence The Dichotomy between career ...
Standing in her Power with Veronica Safoa Owusu
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 40 minutes you'll learn:About Veronica's early childhood Her love for arts and music ...
The Journey to Unleashing the Creative
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 30 minutes you'll hear:Alex's friction with the normHow the arts inspired him in creati...
Developing Needs Based Products - a chat with Stephen C. Pope
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 30 minutes you'll hear:Stephen's love for the arts The benefit of putting in reps Why...
The Power of Empathy
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 40 minutes you'll hear:Kevin's early childhood and observations of his motherHis love f...
Know Yourself & Know Your Audience
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 40 minutes you'll learn:His early interest in theater and the artsInsights on marketing...
The Lasting Impact of Your Story
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 30 minutes you'll learn:His interest in stories and desire to tell them Insights on ma...
Gender Equality (For Who???)
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is about 30 minutes you'll learn:What it means to be inclusive of others in the workspace Why are women...
Maximizing the Power of the Brain
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a about 30 minutes you'll learn:The WHY Behind Erik's WHATWhat got him involved in studying the bra...
From Corporate to Entrepreneur (An Honest Journey)
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 35 minutes you'll learn:The importance of core relationships in the career journey (mov...
Why Listen Then Speak?
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Listen Then Speak, you will hear:The why behind Listen Then SpeakWhat topics we will cover The layout of the showWhen episodes w...
It's Time to Get Into It
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Listen Then Speak, which is barely 3 minutes you will hear:The heart behind Listen Then SpeakWhat has inspired this journeyMy convi...