Who’s still recording podcast episodes in the closet? That used to be the thing. No video, no fancy studio. Just a mic and a dream.
Then COViD happened and everything changed.
Six years later. Over 180 episodes and so many conversations with leaders, changemakers, and everyday people trying to make work a better place.
When I first started the Lead with Levity podcast, I honestly didn’t know if anyone would listen. I just knew the world needed more laughter and more real talk about leadership.
And in the beginning, I was shocked to realize — real people in my own city were tuning in. I’ll never forget when I was hiring for a position, interviewing a candidate, and they said, ‘I looked you up… I’ve listened to your podcast.’ I thought, wow — this little experiment actually matters.
If I could go back in time, I’d tell myself: this isn’t just a podcast. It’s planting seeds you can’t even see yet.”
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Segment 1: Looking Back
“A year into the show, I had another moment that changed everything. My CTO at the time told me after listening to an episode, ‘Levity is great, but it’s not everything.’
And she was right. Levity matters, but it’s just one piece of the puzzle. That conversation pushed me to expand the vision — to stop thinking of this as just a podcast, and start building solutions leaders could actually use in their organizations.
That’s how Lead with Levity became a business. What started behind a mic grew into workshops, consulting, and full-scale programs. And last year, that work was recognized with two Brandon Hall Awards — one for our Trust Accelerator program at P&G and another for our Career Currency program at Indeed.
If I could go back, I’d tell myself: this show is the foundation of something far bigger than you think.
And I cannot reflect on this journey without shouting out someone who has been with me since the very beginning — my podcast editor, Wilma. Wilma, thank you. You’ve been in the background of every single episode, making sure the sound is clean, the flow is tight, and the message comes through clearly. This show simply wouldn’t have made it this far without you.”
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Segment 2: Why Now
“Which brings me here — to this moment of transition. After six years, the podcast is winding down. Not because the mission is finished, but because the mission has grown.
Today, more of my energy is going into helping leaders and organizations bring these ideas to life at scale. And just this year, that work was honored again — I was recognized with the CXO Leadership Award.
If I could go back in time, I’d tell myself: one day you’ll be standing on a stage receiving that award. That’s not something I could’ve imagined when I pressed record on my first episode. But it’s proof that these conversations about trust, connection, and levity belong in more than a podcast feed. They belong in boardrooms, strategy sessions, and everyday team meetings.
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Segment 3: What’s Next
“So, what’s next? Lead with Levity isn’t ending — it’s evolving. The podcast may be wrapping up, but the work continues in new ways.
We’re growing programs, deepening research, and partnering with organizations who want to build cultures where people thrive. The Four Pillars we just explored together are now the backbone of that work.
If I could go back, I’d whisper to my Day 1 self: this podcast is just the beginning.”
As we head into this final stretch of episodes, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for listening, for sharing, for being part of a journey that started with one voice behind a mic and turned into a movement that’s shaping workplaces around the world.
And if there’s something specific that you wish I would touch on before we wrap up, let me know. I’d love to make these last few episodes valuable for you too.
Next week, I’ll be sharing six conversations that changed me — and I think they’ll change you too.
And before we wrap up, here’s my call to action for all the leaders listening: If you want help putting these practices into place in your organization or with your team, please reach out to me directly on LinkedIn. I’d love to connect.
If I could go back in time, I’d still choose to start this podcast. Every late night, every doubt, every breakthrough has been worth it.
