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Flourishing Leaders Podcast

Scott Parsons

27 episodes

3 days ago

What does flourishing leadership look like when the mission is to serve those who’ve sacrificed for us all? In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar sit down with Kate McCauley, President and CEO of Wounded Warriors Family Support — one of America’s most respected veterans’ organizations. Kate shares her remarkable journey from Nebraska real estate agent to national nonprofit leader — a story of humility, purpose, and fierce dedication to those who have borne the ...

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What does flourishing leadership look like when the mission is to serve those who’ve sacrificed for us all? In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar sit down with Kate McCauley, President and CEO of Wounded Warriors Family Support — one of America’s most respected veterans’ organizations. Kate shares her remarkable journey from Nebraska real estate agent to national nonprofit leader — a story of humility, purpose, and fierce dedication to those who have borne the ...

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Self-Improvement

Society & Culture,

Episodes (20/27)

Flourishing Leaders Podcast

Episode 25: “Distilling Flourishing: Positive Education, Sustainable Leadership, and Bringing Well-Being Alongside Academics” with Justin Robinson

What happens when wellbeing becomes the heart of education — not an add-on, but a way of life? In this uplifting episode, Justin Robinson — Co-founder of The Wellbeing Distillery and former Director of the Institute of Positive Education at Geelong Grammar School — joins Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar for an inspiring exploration of leadership, wellbeing, and human flourishing. Together they trace the story of how positive psychology and positive education transformed one of the worl...

6 days ago

1 hour 4 minutes

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Episode 24: “Flourishing Across Divides: Building Unity, Hope, and Global Goals for a Better Future” with CEO Brandyn Keating

How can leaders turn polarization into possibility — and help people come together to write a hopeful, flourishing future? In this inspiring episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by Brandyn Keating, CEO and Co-Founder of YOUnify, an organization working to reduce political polarization and cultural divisions of all kinds and accelerate progress on humanity’s shared challenges. A civic innovator, political strategist, and contributing author in the Oxfor...

1 week ago

26 minutes

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Episode 23: “Flourishing with Hope: Character, Virtue, and Leadership” with Dr. Michael Lamb

What does it mean to be a flourishing leader—someone whose character inspires flourishing in others? In this episode, Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Professor Michael Lamb, F. M. Kirby Foundation Chair of Leadership and Character and Senior Executive Director of the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University. A Rhodes Scholar, political philosopher, and global thought leader on character education, Michael’s work bridges ancient wisdom and modern leadership practice. Tog...

2 weeks ago

34 minutes

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Episode 22: “Character, Culture, and the Long Game of Leadership” with Professor Mary Crossan

What happens when one of the world’s leading strategy scholars turns her attention to character? In this fascinating conversation, Professor Mary Crossan—Distinguished University Professor and Professor of Strategic Leadership at Ivey Business School—joins Dr. Scott Parsons to explore why character is the essential foundation of flourishing leadership. Mary shares the story of how the global financial crisis shifted her focus toward character, the challenges of integrating virtues into ...

3 weeks ago

34 minutes

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Episode 21: “The Long Win: Lessons in Leadership, Resilience, and Purpose” with Dr. Cath Bishop

What does it really mean to win? And how can leaders build cultures that prioritize purpose, connection, and continuous growth over short-term success? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, host Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by Dr. Cath Bishop—Olympic silver medalist, World Champion rower, former British diplomat, leadership consultant, and author of The Long Win. Drawing from her experiences in elite sport, international diplomacy, and organizational leadership, Cath challenges u...

1 month ago

44 minutes

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Episode 20: “Humanistic Leadership: Building a Culture Where Everybody Matters” with David Pickersgill

How does dignity transform workplaces into spaces where everybody truly matters? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Scott Parsons and co-host Jason Viyar sit down with David Pickersgill, Senior Outreach Program Leader at Barry-Wehmiller and key leader within the Humanistic Leadership Academy. David shares how Barry-Wehmiller’s culture of care has been shaped by the principle that “everybody matters” — a vision reinforced by his collaboration with dignity expert Donna Hicks. Together, they ex...

1 month ago

44 minutes

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Episode 19: “Flourishing Through Change: A Story of Passion, Perseverance, and Performance” with Tom Gaymor

How does anti-fragility fuel flourishing when life takes an unexpected turn? In this inspiring episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by returning co-host Jason Viyar for a powerful conversation with Tom Gaymor—former professional racing driver turned international broadcaster and commentator for Formula 1, IndyCar, the Olympics, Premiership Rugby, and global sport. Tom’s journey is extraordinary. After a devastating crash that left him with a broken bac...

1 month ago

57 minutes

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Episode 18: "Strengths for Flourishing: Leadership, Strengths-Spotting, and the Future of Character” with Professor Robert McGrath

How do character strengths transform the way we lead, parent, and flourish? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, host Dr. Scott Parsons welcomes Professor Robert McGrath—clinical psychologist, Senior Scientist at the VIA Institute on Character, Professor at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU), and the recent co-founder of the Center for Character and Leadership at FDU with Scott. Bob has authored more than 250 publications and presentations and is one of the world’s foremost e...

1 month ago

37 minutes

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Episode 17: "Measuring What Matters: Accountability, Forgiveness, and Flourishing Leadership” with Dr. Ryan Brown

How do we measure the “immeasurable” in leadership? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, host Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Dr. Ryan Brown, Managing Director for Measurement and Associate Director at the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University. In this inspiring conversation, Ryan shares his groundbreaking work on how character, forgiveness, and accountability shape authentic leadership. Ryan has spent his career at the intersection of psychology, leadership, and ...

2 months ago

48 minutes

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Episode 16: “Integrative Oncology, Metabolic Health, and Flourishing” with Dr. Nasha Winters

What if the future of healthcare isn’t just about managing illness—but about truly flourishing? In this powerful episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons welcomes Dr. Nasha Winters, a globally recognized integrative oncology specialist, bestselling author of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer and Mistletoe and the Emerging Future of Integrative Oncology, and host of the Metabolic Matters podcast. Dr. Nasha is a pioneer in integrative cancer care, blending standard treatment...

2 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Episode 15: “Major League Mindset, Identity Beyond Performance, and the 'Be, Do, Have' Approach to Flourishing” with Brandon Guyer

What does it take to thrive under pressure, reframe fear, and build a flourishing life beyond performance? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, host Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by co-host Jason Viyar for a powerful conversation with Brandon Guyer—former Major League Baseball player, 2016 World Series competitor, and founder of Major League Mindset. Known as “La Piñata” for his fearless approach at the plate, Brandon turned adversity into strength, leading the league in hit-by-p...

2 months ago

39 minutes

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Episode 14: “From Brainomics to Global Impact: Leadership, Health, and Flourishing” with Dr. Andrew Nevin

What does it take to lead with wisdom across continents, crises, and cultures? In Episode #14 of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Dr. Andrew Nevin — economist, philosopher, healthcare leader, and one of Africa’s most influential voices — for a sweeping conversation on the art and science of flourishing. Together, they explore: 🧠 Brain health and Brainomics — why the future of leadership and economic growth depends on cognitive well-being 🇨🇳 Leading...

2 months ago

36 minutes

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Episode 13: "Character, Culture, and the Future of Flourishing Leadership” with Professor Edward Brooks

What does it take to lead with character in today’s complex world? In this inspiring episode, Scott speaks with Professor Edward Brooks, Executive Director of the Oxford Character Project and Associate Professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of Oxford. Ed is one of the world’s leading voices in character-based leadership development, and his work is transforming how we think about education, ethics, and human flourishing. Together, Scott and Ed ex...

3 months ago

37 minutes

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Episode 12: “True Success, Inner Resilience, and the Art of Flourishing” with Dr. Tom Morris

What if Aristotle ran General Motors—or Harry Potter led your organization? In this delightful and enlightening episode, Scott sits down with one of the world’s most celebrated public philosophers and bestselling author Dr. Tom Morris to explore the art of achievement, the power of change, and the ancient wisdom needed to flourish in modern life. Tom is a Yale-trained philosopher, bestselling author, and former Notre Dame professor whose books and talks have influenced leaders around the worl...

3 months ago

50 minutes

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Episode 11: “Know, Love, Inspire: Flourishing Leadership” with Dr. Katy Granville-Chapman & Ms. Emmie Bidston

What does it mean to know, love, and inspire the people you lead? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Scott sits down with two extraordinary leaders—Dr. Katy Granville-Chapman and Ms. Emmie Bidston—for a heart-opening conversation about character, flourishing, and the transformative power of leadership rooted in love. Katy and Emmie share powerful insights from their acclaimed book, Leader: Know, Love, and Inspire Your People, as well as stories drawn from their experience in ...

3 months ago

34 minutes

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Episode 10: "Aristotle, Emotions, and the Science of Practical Wisdom" with Prof. Kristján Kristjánsson

In this illuminating episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by internationally renowned philosopher and scholar of character education, Professor Kristján Kristjánsson. Together, they explore the powerful intersections of moral philosophy, moral psychology, and moral education, charting how these once-parallel fields are converging in exciting new ways. The conversation takes a deep dive into Aristotle’s theory of emotions, the role of “social glue” virtues, a...

3 months ago

52 minutes

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Episode 9: "Beyond the Scoreboards and the Power of Mental Fitness" with Gina Tucci-Karnisovas

What if your greatest strength as a leader, athlete, or high-performer isn’t just in what you do—but how you show up? In this powerful episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Scott sits down with Gina Tucci-Karnisovas, an elite mental performance coach, licensed counselor, and founder of Beyond the Scoreboards. With decades of experience in sports psychology, mental health, and high-performance environments, Gina helps athletes and leaders train their minds to thrive. Together, Scott and ...

3 months ago

39 minutes

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Episode 8: "Trust, Inspire, and Unleashing Human Potential" with Stephen M.R. Covey & David Kasperson

What does it take to move from managing people… to unleashing their greatness? In this high-impact episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Scott sits down with Stephen M.R. Covey, bestselling author of The Speed of Trust, and David Kasperson, his longtime collaborator and co-author of Trust & Inspire. Together, they explore a powerful paradigm shift that is reshaping leadership around the world—moving from command & control to trust & inspire. This is more than a framework; it...

4 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Episode 7: "Training the Mind to Flourish" with Dr. Cortland Dahl

What if the key to flourishing isn’t found in doing more—but in being more present? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Scott welcomes Dr. Cortland Dahl—a scientist, author, meditation teacher, and Chief Contemplative Officer at Healthy Minds Innovations. Cort’s life journey has taken him from monasteries in Asia to neuroscience labs in the U.S., all in pursuit of one question: How can we train the mind to suffer less and flourish more? Together,...

4 months ago

36 minutes

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Episode 6: “Abundance, Agreements & the Architecture of Flourishing” with Dr. Jim Ritchie-Dunham

What if flourishing—at both the individual and organizational level—came down to the agreements we make every day? In this enlightening episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Scott welcomes Dr. Jim Ritchie-Dunham, a global leader in the science of abundance and founder of the field known as pactoecography—the study of human agreements that shape our lives, relationships, and institutions. Jim shares powerful insights from decades of research and practice in over 59 countries, drawing fro...

4 months ago

34 minutes