The Dirty Side of Leadership
Where leadership meets entertainment! This weekly podcast disrupts the status quo by discussing hot-button topics that most podcasters are afraid to touch. Ron and Kristin apply their combined 50+ years of real leadership experience and take both a humorous and raw look behind closed doors. Often sharing personal experiences both in the workplace and out, they answer listener questions and breakdown 'dirty lessons' from Ron's best selling book, "The Dirty Side of Leadership".
Episodes
115 episodes
Leadership at Full Gallop: What the Kentucky Derby Teaches Us About Winning | Episode 114
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss the recent and Kentucky Derby. The race was extra exciting as an underdog horse called Sovereignty, ridden by a Junior Alvarado, secured a Derby victory.They also unpack the many leadership lesson...
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Season 2
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Episode 114
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34:41
Exporting Poverty: The Tragedy of the British Home Children | Episode 113
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss a dark part of history that is rarely discussed. The topic was taken from the book, "The Forgotten Home Child" by Genevieve Graham. Ron and Kristin discuss the fact that more than 100,000 children were s...
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Season 2
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Episode 113
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26:41
Unbossing: What Is It and Why Is It Trending? | Episode 112
In this episode, Ron and Kristin address a trend that has become widespread in today's businesses and companies. The term? Unbossing. They break down what it is and why is it trending? A surprisingly high number—7...
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Season 2
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Episode 112
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27:21
Will Trump’s Tariffs Restore American Greatness or Isolate Us from the World? | Episode 111
In this episode, Ron and Kristin ask the question: Will Trump’s Tariffs Restore American Greatness or Isolate Us from the World? Listeners will learn the origin of tariffs in the United States, their purpose and results. Ron and Kri...
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Season 2
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Episode 111
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24:54
Recognition is Free...So Why So Stingy? | Episode 110
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss recognition, its benefits and the results of withholding it from employees. While recognition is a simple, cost-free way to boost morale and productivity, many leaders are hesitant to offer it.Wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 110
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32:19
The Slow Death of Greatness: When Leaders Tolerate Bad Employees | Episode 109
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss the impact of leaders who fail to take action regarding poor performers in the workplace. They also delve into the psychology of poor managers who allow negative actions and behaviors to persist.&n...
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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25:58
Unheard Stories of Evil World Leaders | Episode 108
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss disturbing stories that occurred at the hands of evil leaders throughout history. They also discuss some of the modern slave labor that occurs in many well-known companies in the US and abroad. War...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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24:19
What Is the Difference Between Confidence and Arrogance? | Episode 107
In this episode, Ron and Kristin break down the difference between confidence and arrogance. They explain that confidence is that inner assurance that you have the skills, knowledge, and ability to succeed. It’s the calmness in your decis...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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32:33
Is Bureaucracy Ruining Your Organization? | Episode 106
In this episode, Ron and Kristin, discuss the realities of bureaucracy and its impact on business. According to HBR.org, bureaucracy has few fans. Walmart CEO Doug McMillon calls it “a villain.” Berkshire Hathaway vice chair Charlie Munge...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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25:11
The Homelessness Hustle: Who's Really Cashing In? | Episode 105
In this episode, Ron and Kristin, do a deep dive into the truth behind one of the biggest scams in modern politics—the business of homelessness and the money pit that is illegal immigration. This isn’t just a failure of leadership; thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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19:33
Are You Being Scammed? A Breakdown of the Series, "Scamanda", and the Steps Scammers Use to Get to You | Episode 104
In this important episode, Ron and Kristin discuss scammers. They provide personal stories and discuss scammers from a leadership perspective and how they use "dark psychology" for personal gain. The hosts also break down two popula...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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27:56
Is the Department of Education a Billion-Dollar Failure? | Episode 103
In this episode, Ron and Kristin take a deep dive into the leadership failures of the Department of Education. They make the argument that a leader’s first job is to be a good steward of resources. That’s why financial waste is a sign of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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31:07
The Science of Persuasion: How to Make Anyone Agree With You | Episode 102
In this episode, Ron and Kristin, discuss the science behind the power of persuasion. They break down the steps to help both leaders and aspiring leaders be more effective at home or work. They discuss such principles as Reciprocity, Comm...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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20:38
10 Types of Horrible Bosses | Episode 101
In this episode, Ron and Kristin break down 10 types of horrible bosses. They are: The Tyrant, The Showman, The Buddy, The Wet Noodle, The Incompetent, the Recluse, The Personality Disorder, The Nervous Nelly, The Do Nothings, and the Exaggerat...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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39:23
Recap of the First 99, Guests, and Bloopers | Episode 100
In this episode, Ron and Kristin commemorate the 100th episode of the Dirty Side of Leadership podcast. This episode includes two special guests: Cassy Roop and Marty Logan. They discussed how they learned about the podcast and disc...
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Season 1
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Episode 100
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1:00:22
Unpacking Trump's Proposal: The External Revenue Service | Episode 99
In this episode, Ron and Kristin delve into a provocative topic that has stirred discussions and debates: Donald Trump's proposal to form an External Revenue Service. What does this mean for the American economy, tax policy, and the future of r...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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25:59
Interesting Facts About Inaugurations | Bonus Episode
Since it is Inauguration week, Ron and Kristin thought it would be interesting to provide some background on some interesting facts about inaugurations While many of us are familiar with the basics, there are some intriguing facts abou...
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Season 1
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10:04
Leadership Failures from the California Inferno | Episode 98
In this episode, Ron and Kristin break down the various aspects of leadership failures during the ongoing fires in California. There are several lessons that can be learned from this tragedy that can be used to prevent future disasters an...
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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25:14
Trump’s Greenland Plan: Genius Strategy or Political Madness? | Episode 97
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss one of the boldest, most unconventional ideas ever associated with a U.S. president-elect: Donald Trump’s potential annexation of Greenland.The concept sounds like something out of a political thr...
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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30:58
Bourbon Street Terror: Leadership Failures Exposed in New Orleans Attack | Episode 96
In this episode, Ron and Kristin delve into the heartbreaking and critical topic—the New Year’s Day terror attack on New Orleans’ iconic Bourbon Street. First from our podcast family, our prayers are with the victims, families and first respond...
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Season 1
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Episode 96
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22:45
Evaluating 2024 to Succeed in 2025 | Episode 95
In this episode Ron and Kristin discuss the concept of evidenced based practices (EBP) to improve both your personal and professional life. EBP originated in the medical community and it has been used to improve lives and businesses all over th...
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Season 1
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Episode 95
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31:49
Conversation Matching for the Holidays | Episode 94
Don't miss this important episode where Ron and Kristin explain methods of communication to help you deepen family bonds, reduce misunderstandings, create memorable moments and strengthen emotional intelligence. Ron even claims to have set a Gu...
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Season 1
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Episode 94
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54:16
Accused of Racism, Acquitted of Guilt: Daniel Penny’s Leadership Under Fire | Episode 93
Let’s start by setting the scene. It was a crowded New York City subway car, filled with everyday people just trying to get where they were going. That’s when Rodney Dunn began exhibiting threatening behavior—shouting, making aggressive gesture...
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Season 1
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Episode 93
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29:09
Ten Reasons Businesses Fail | Episode 92
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss the reasons most businesses fail within the first year. They add a few bonuses to drive the points home. They also provide personal stories of successes and failures in businesses. Finally, Ron dis...
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Season 1
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Episode 92
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35:54
Walmart Rolls Back DEI | Episode 91
In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss Walmarts and other major company's decisions to discontinue their DEI initiatives. They discuss the landmark Supreme Court decision removing Affirmative Action from College acceptance. They a...
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Season 1
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Episode 91
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30:59