Shows
Reach. Teach. Talk. With Nat DamonStrong. Demanding. Loving: Rethinking Great Leadership with Drew KuglerIn this powerful episode of Reach Teach Talk, renowned leadership coach Drew Kugler returns to Reach Teach Talk to share his transformative revelation: that leading through love—specifically strong and demanding love—is essential to great leadership. Reflecting on 26 years of coaching, Drew uncovers a red thread of love at the core of effective human connection. Educators, business leaders, and coaches alike will be inspired to lead more meaningfully, listen deeply, and elevate others by embracing love as a daily, intentional practice.
Drew Kugler (www.drewkugler.com) is a leadership and communication coach with over 30 years of exper...
2025-03-2446 min
RadiateHow to Cultivate Relentless Curiosity with Drew KuglerToday I sit down with renowned coach & speaker, Drew Kugler, for a fascinating conversation about how relentless curiosity breeds radiance.
Drew shares his journey from being a theater kid to becoming an executive coach and teacher to high-caliber brands and celebrities.
He discusses the common challenges faced by his clients, such as feeling lost and overwhelmed, and offers advice on how to overcome them.
He introduces the concept of POP (Possibility, Obstacle, Practice) as a framework for personal growth and change.
2024-07-0433 min
The Aligned Woman PodcastEp 164: A Grounded + Practical Approach To "Acting As If" It's Already Been Done"Act as if" was one of the first concepts or teachings that drew me into this work over a decade ago. It sounds so enticing and full of possibility. It's "as if" there's a deeper part of us that's drawn to it–something within us that says, "Oooooh I want to know more." But then our mind and our practical side kicks in and says, "Yyyyyeah but HOW?" This is what we're diving into today. I want one of the most foundational LOA teachings to feel grounded, attainable, clear and doable instead of a fluffy concept you see posted on...
2023-10-2532 min
Last Word On Sports Media PodcastNFL Playoffs Recap, Al Michaels and Tony Dungy And Latest Announcer News From NBA, NHL And College Hoops | Announcer Schedules PodcastThis week on Episode 32 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin reflect back on the Super Wild Card weekend, break down the Al Michaels/Tony Dungy call of Chargers-Jags, and preview the NFL Divisional Round, while providing the latest announcer news from the NBA, NHL and college hoops. Throughout the show, 68 announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: · Super Wild Card Weekend Review · Joe Davis and Daryl Johnston combo · Al Michaels and Tony Dungy breakdown · A limited number of NBC analyst options · Jay Feely as CBS Kicking Analyst · Praise for Gr...
2023-01-1950 min
Last Word On Sports Media PodcastThanksgiving NFL, College Football, World Cup & More! | Announcer Schedules PodcastThis week on Episode 25 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin reflect on the origin story of the @announcerskeds twitter feed, while taking another deep dive into the latest announcer happenings across the NFL, College Football, College Basketball, NBA, NHL and the World Cup.Throughout the show, 85 announcers are mentioned, while an array of topics are discussed including:· Four-year anniversary of the Announcer Schedules Twitter feed· Origin story of the Announcer Schedules · Jam-packed programming schedule· Viewer habits on Thanksgiving · NFL and College Football Preview...
2022-11-2440 minLast Word On Sports Media PodcastFinal Four Without Jim Nantz? NFL & CFB + World Series too! | Announcer Schedules PodcastThis week on Episode 21 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin discuss the big Jim Nantz news and take a another deep dive into the latest announcer happenings across the NFL, College Football, MLB, NBA and NHL. Throughout the show, a podcast-record 122 different announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: Jim Nantz to call his last Final Four in 2023 with Ian Eagle taking overNFL Week 8 Preview College Football GameDay at Jackson State, Impact of Deion SandersWeek Nine College...
2022-10-2738 minLast Word On Sports Media PodcastNFL, MLB Postseason, NBA Starts And More! | Announcer Schedules PodcastThis week on Episode 20 of the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin take a another deep dive into the latest announcer news across the NFL, College Football, MLB, NBA and NHL.Throughout the show, a podcast-record 149 different announcers from past and present are mentioned with an array of topics discussed including: Announcer adjustments in NFL due to MLB Playoffs on FOX NFL Week Seven PreviewWeek Seven College Football Review Alabama at Tennessee on CBSWeek Eight College Football Preview including GameDay at OregonFollow up...
2022-10-2046 min
Relish THIS: The Nonprofit Marketing PodcastEp 41: Finding Common Connections To Build Stronger Relationships With Tim Kugler from Gunnison Valley Trails AssociationFabulous episode today with Tim Kugler, the Executive Director of Gunnison Valley Trails Association.This show made me think about relationships and how quickly they develop when you look for common ground. You see, Tim and I have quite a bit of overlap. I grew up in Gunnison, where Tim’s organization is based, and I’m as passionate about the outdoors as he is. I also get up to a lot of the same shenanigans as he does, and coincidentally I serve on the Board of the Nederland Area Trails Organization (nedtrails.org...
2021-06-2956 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerSafe is RiskyWhat's a risk you took that turned out well? What about one you wish you had taken? I invite you to listen and participate in this episode as a guided workshop for whatever risk or change you may be facing.
2021-03-3112 minTell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerHow Are You?Drew Kugler and Ari Kaplan discuss the differences in how children and adults discuss their busy days, with a focus on how they answer the simple (and sometimes throwaway) question, "How are you?"
Monk Manual Article: https://monkmanual.com/blogs/monk-notes/monk-notes-10-on-you-lost-that-busy-feeling-oh-that-busy-feeling?vgo_ee=sF1VVxqxgXq97OuHuO5hmvlMy%2BOWWuyaZunZiCXh6gI%3D
John Mulaney Stand-Up Routine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quZU_hA4Pr4
2021-02-0909 minTell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDr. Michael OsterholmIn November 2020, Dr. Osterholm was appointed to President Joe Biden's 13-member Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board.
Dr. Osterholm is Regents Professor, McKnight Presidential Endowed Chair in Public Health, the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Division of Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, a professor in the Technological Leadership Institute, College of Science and Engineering, and an adjunct professor in the Medical School, all at the University of Minnesota.
From June 2018 through May 2019, he served as a Science Envoy for Health Security on...
2021-01-2119 minTell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerThe Five FrogsThis episode explores one essential distinction we must make when pursuing real change. Think about where you spent your three hours in shock on January 6 - what have you done about what you've seen and felt since?
Please also see this article by Ibram X. Kendi and video by Andrew Marantz for additional insight on what we all saw and how we talk about it.
2021-01-1909 minTell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDr. Andrea GhezDr. Andrea Ghez is an astronomer and professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at UCLA. In October of 2020, she became the fourth woman to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for her discovery of a supermassive compact object, now generally recognized to be a black hole, in the center of the Milky Way galaxy. In today's episode, she discusses the conversations and curiosities that led her to this work, as well as how disagreeing and collaborating leads to richer scientific insights.
2021-01-1227 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerBuilding for ChangeWhen something goes wrong, how quickly do you search for "tools" or a "blueprint" to fix it? Today, we explore how seeking to merely fix what's broken isn't enough - we must figure out what we're trying to build and why. This episode also happily introduces my colleague, Ari Kaplan, who will occasionally join in on TMWTS.
2020-12-2212 minTell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerWhat's The Moral?It's easy to watch a news story and decide what we think of the characters involved. In this episode, I explore how we can better pause and learn the lessons of what happens around us - not so we can make judgements about others, but so we can make changes in ourselves.
2020-11-2000 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerShellye ArchambeauWhat makes the best leaders? My guest today discusses the dedication to listening and caring she believes to be the cornerstone of true leadership. In a world that focuses so much on what people do, Shellye and I take the time to dive into how good leaders make the people around them feel.
2020-10-0800 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerPolitical ConversationHow are your political conversations going these days? Not with people with whom you agree - I mean the ones with people whose views you can't even begin to fathom. Are you even having them? Just remember - no matter what happens in this election, those people aren't going anywhere. If you're not constructively engaging in the discomfort, what are you accomplishing?
2020-09-2906 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerMason TrincaIt's not just showing up to the scene and taking pictures. My guest this week discusses how he uses conversation to build trust and respect on the ground, even in the most dangerous and emotionally charged situations, in order to produce the best photographs for the New York Times.
2020-09-2332 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerMark McKeeHow do you guide an organization and the people it serves through uncertainty? My guest today explains how his school uses its mission and values as a "north star," regardless of the circumstances they can't control.
2020-09-1626 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerCancel CultureForget where "Cancel Culture" shows up in the slog of news and media. Instead, think about where it shows up in your life. When is the last time you shut someone out, and why? Indulge me in a brief exploration of how we can better engage with people who we feel have wronged us or those we care about.
2020-09-1005 min
Huskers Radio Network PodcastsSports Nightly Recap (8-31-2020)Listen back to the highlights from our Monday show featuring conversations with Omaha World Herald's Tom Shatel, Deseret News's Jay Drew, and Fox's Kevin Kugler.
2020-08-3146 minHuskers Radio Network PodcastsSports Nightly Recap (8-31-2020)Listen back to the highlights from our Monday show featuring conversations with Omaha World Herald's Tom Shatel, Deseret News's Jay Drew, and Fox's Kevin Kugler.
2020-08-3146 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerKeith YamashitaMy guest this week discusses his life's work guiding companies through large-scale change, and how his personal journey recovering from a stroke has informed that work. I invite you to listen to Keith Yamashita's unique and enlightening perspective on how humans can, both individually and collectively, embrace that process of self-renewal.
2020-08-2833 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerLiving In A Zoom WorldAs the virus grinds on, Zoom and such have entrenched themselves into all corners of connecting with others. On today's episode of TMWTS I offer my perspective on making the most you can of this pandemic necessity.
2020-08-2207 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerMeeting Feeling With FeelingOn today's episode of Tell Me What To Say, I explore a persistent myth about how people change their behavior. We must rethink our urge to persuade with facts, and instead meet emotion with emotion.
2020-08-1306 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDr. Natasha BhuyanMy newest podcast with Dr. Natasha Bhuyan highlights the lifesaving impact deliberate conversations have in the medical field. I invite you to listen to how she and her teams employ a central pillar of Constructive Candor: getting other people to tell their story. It creates shared vision, understanding, and action when everything is on the line.
2020-07-3128 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerUntil It's FacedOn today's episode of Tell Me What To Say, I offer Thoughts and suggestions on the demands on creating long term change. With so many more voices rising, progress will depend on what listening follows them. Especially when things get uncomfortable.
2020-07-1309 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerBishop Kenneth UlmerBishop Kenneth Ulmer is the leader of Faithful Central Bible Church. He has studied at Pepperdine University, Hebrew Union College, the University of Judaism and Christ Church and Wadham College at Oxford University in England. He received a PhD. from Grace Graduate School of Theology in Long Beach, California, was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from Southern California School of Ministry, and he received his Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary. He participated in the study of Ecumenical Liturgy and Worship at Magdalene College at Oxford University in England, has served as instructor in Pastoral Ministry and...
2020-06-2538 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerPeiman Raf A.C. (After Covid-19)Peiman Raf is Co-Founder and CEO of Madhappy, a luxury clothing brand that centers its messaging around mental health. Beyond creating products and brand imaging that resonates with consumers, Madhappy strives to reduce the stigma around mental health and frame the conversation with more positivity and optimism. Peiman has said that it should feel the same telling someone you’re going to therapy as it does telling them you’re going to the gym.
2020-06-1711 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerPeiman Raf B.C. (Before Covid-19)Peiman Raf is Co-Founder and CEO of Madhappy, a luxury clothing brand that centers it's messaging around mental health. Beyond creating products and brand imaging that resonates with consumers, Madhappy strives to reduce the stigma around mental health and frame the conversation with more positivity and optimism. Peiman has said that it should feel the same telling someone you’re going to therapy as it does telling them you’re going to the gym.
2020-06-1736 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerThe Power Of PauseDrew discusses one of the most common mistakes we make when interacting with others - we don't stop talking. Whether it's deliberately choosing when to pause or asking thoughtful questions, Drew provides concrete ways for you to create space in every part of your life for others to participate.
2020-05-2620 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerSue NaegleSue Naegle is the Chief Content Officer at Annapurna Pictures. Prior to that, she was President of HBO Entertainment, and was instrumental in shepherding such shows as Game of Thrones, Boardwalk Empire, True Blood, Treme, Eastbound & Down, Enlightened, Veep and Girls.
2020-05-1835 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerTom PetersFor over 40 years, the provocative voice of Tom Peters has been at the forefront of changing how we work and how we take care of one another. You can learn more about our guest today at tompeters.com.
2020-05-0724 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerRabbi Steve LederOffering his unique blend of refreshing candor and spiritual intelligence, Rabbi Steve Leder weighs in on the challenges of guiding his congregation and himself through this pandemic. We talk fear, loss, and how this crisis can make us more beautiful than before.
2020-04-2625 min
Reach. Teach. Talk. With Nat DamonConstructive Candor with Drew KuglerFortune 500 consultant Drew Kugler has worked with some of the best in the field of leadership coaching and public speaking. As someone well-versed in the prickly world of difficult conversations and diplomacy, Drew provides meaningful techniques regarding how to best mean what we say…and say what we actually mean.
2020-04-2543 min
ZION NEWSGraham Vows to Push for Golan Recognition | 3/12/19 Israeli victims on flight ET-302 identified The two Israeli victims killed aboard Ethiopian airlines flight ET-302 over Addis Ababa identified as 49-year-old Avraham Matzliah and 58-year-old Shimon Re’em Bitton a civic defense contractor and chief of security in two Israeli Embassies in South America. 2. Graham vows to push for Golan recognition United States Senator Lindsey Graham agreed to help pressure the United States into recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Sen. Graham vows to push for Golan recognitionHezi Kugler, Democrats Abroad Israel Media Spokesperson and Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the...
2019-03-1324 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerSeth GodinEntrepreneur and best-selling author Seth Godin talks with Drew about the power of conversations to “turn lights on” and thereby illuminate the potential for positive change.
2018-05-0238 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerNat DamonEducational consultant Nat Damon talks with Drew about six elements that excellent teachers incorporate in their classrooms; qualities that be applied to executive leadership as well.
2018-04-1734 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerRabbi Sarah BassinRabbi Sarah Bassin talks with Drew about her work in fostering intercultural, interfaith conversations to bridge divides of perception and reframe how we deal with conflicts in society.
2018-04-0531 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerTrishla JainTrishla talks with Drew about her passion for meaningful conversations and the process that led to the design of a social experience, Gather Conversations, to create more genuine connections.
2018-03-2729 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerPhil RosenthalPhil Rosenthal, creator and of "Everybody Loves Raymond" and "Somebody Feed Phil" talks about his belief that sharing meals and laughter gets people to engage in better conversations.
2018-03-1537 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerSatya Nadella and Kathleen HoganMicrosoft's Satya Nadella and Kathleen Hogan talk with Drew about what it really takes to evolve a work culture and conversations that inspired significant changes in how people think about their work.
2018-03-0529 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerJeremy BailensonVirtual Reality authority and Stanford University researcher Jeremy Bailenson talks with Drew about the progressive and perilous aspects of this technology that go beyond fantasy.
2018-02-2228 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerBob OswaksIf you lost your job and were told that you were unemployable, what would you do? For today’s guest, former marketing executive Bob Oswaks, the answer was to pursue his passion and to turn that into a profession.
2018-02-0830 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerYour Questions. My Answers.Drew answers listeners’ questions about corporate personality tests (not a fan), self-coaching, and the success that altruism can inspire.
2018-01-2518 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDon WeaverRaise your glass and listen in as Don Weaver—Director of the world-renowned Harlan Estate—talks with Drew about the link between great wine and great conversations.
2018-01-0930 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDrew KuglerDrew begins to take questions from listeners that will be answered in upcoming episodes. He’ll apply his 32 years of coaching experience to the audience's communication problems at work, at home, and in the world. Let the conversation begin!
2018-01-0202 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerRob EshmanNewspaper publisher, editor, and writer Rob Eshman says that writing is the most comfortable way for him to communicate with people. Yet Eshman, a self-described introvert, shares with Drew his realization that face-to-face conversations are where the most meaningful issues must be addressed.
2017-12-2731 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerPeter PrincipatoKnowing when to open your mouth and knowing when to shut it. That’s some of the communication advice offered by Peter Principato, President and CEO of Principato-Young Entertainment, in today’s frank and funny conversation with Drew.
2017-12-1237 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerRandall KlineIn today’s conversation, Randall Kline, the Executive Artistic Director and Founder of SFJAZZ, talks with Drew about his journey to create the renowned success that SFJAZZ has become. Randall discusses the lessons he’s learned about leading this dynamic organization from his high school football coach, a bartender, Steve Martin, and the jazz great Sonny Rollins.
2017-12-0544 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerAndrea LiebermanDrew talks with Andrea Lieberman, a stylist-turned-fashion designer and founder of her eponymous company, A.L.C. Their discussion begins with the inspiration that New York City’s diverse cultural environment had on Andrea’s interest in fashion. And she describes her role as a creative leader who has learned that tackling difficult conversations is a necessary part of nurturing a successful business.
2017-11-2838 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerChristopher NoxonA thought-provoking and fun conversation with journalist, author and illustrator Christopher Noxon. Topics include politics, religion, family and what to do when your shoes fall apart on the red carpet.
2017-11-1443 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerRabbi Steven LederSr. Rabbi Steven Leder of the Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles talks about journeys through physical and spiritual pain, and finding meaning in the suffering we will all face. Drawing from personal experiences and those of his congregation, Rabbi Leder shares his understanding of how to persevere through life’s challenges.
2017-11-0644 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerJessie KornbergDrew talks with Jessie Kornberg, the President and CEO of Bet Tzedek, a community-based organization in Los Angeles that provides free legal services to the most vulnerable. This conversation covers Jessie’s career path starting with dance and transitioning to work in caused-based organizations. She shares insights on the difference between judgment and mentorship, helping her team cope with complexity, and disruptive moments that create change.
2017-10-3140 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerLynsi Snyder-EllingsonWho doesn't love In-N-Out Burger? In this podcast, the chain's CEO Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson opens up to Drew about the family business, family values, faith, and the counter-intuitive secret to the brand's success.
2017-10-2424 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDaniel PinkNYT best-selling author Dan Pink joins TMWTS to talk with Drew about unanswerable questions, avoiding hard conversations, and how Pink's prolific career flows from his concept of the “slow hunch.” Drew pitches in with a backstage story of how this episode came to life (twice), and learns from Dan what it takes to have what are essentially conversations with his readers.
2017-10-1638 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerSheryl SandbergThe inaugural episode of this podcast series is devoted to a conversation with Sheryl Sandberg. In addition to serving as the COO of Facebook, Sheryl is a renowned thought leader on life and the workplace. Our conversation explored the nuances of feedback, and gave us an opportunity to delve into her sensitive and thoughtful perspective after the tragic death of her husband Dave.
2017-10-0229 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerDr. Atul GawandeI often remind my clients that we're not always dealing with life and death; but I can't say that as you listen to Dr. Atul Gawande—surgeon, writer, and researcher. Our interview weaves through interesting connections, resulting in how the right kind of conversations can save, extend, and improve the quality of life.
2017-10-0246 min
Tell Me What To Say with Drew KuglerLena WaitheWhere does our belief that we can make a difference in the world come from? What kind of connection with others is necessary to create that difference in a unique way? A conversation with Lena Waithe, the first African-American woman to win an Emmy® for comedy writing, helps us explore these questions through the prism of her experiences.
2017-10-0235 min
It's Who You Know! The Podcast07 - Drew Kugler, Communication & Leadership CounselorDrew Kugler, Founder, discusses dealing with interpersonal conflict management in Jewish organizations. Read Drew's full bio, get links to his consulting firm, find other episodes, explore podcast partners, or send us your guest suggestions at www.itswhoyouknowthepodcast.comHave a great week!Listen to all IWYK episodes on our website: https://itswhoyouknowthepodcast.buzzsprout.comLook for new live streamed episodes on our new YouTube Channel: www.YouTube.com/@itswhoyouknowthepodcast IWYK was named #13 of the Top 70 Philanthropy Podcasts in 2025
2017-04-3055 min