Hey there, and welcome to another episode of Read to Lead! I’m Jeff, your host, and I am so glad you’re here. Today’s episode is going to be a little different—no special guests, just me, talking about some pretty major changes coming to the podcast in 2025.






For the last eleven years we’ve had a consistent, once-a-week format.



Every Tuesday, like clockwork, you’d get a fresh episode featuring a new book and usually a conversation with that book’s author. That’s a lot of new books: 52 every year, in fact. Over time, it’s allowed us to cover hundreds and hundreds of amazing titles!



But as exciting as it’s been, I’ve been hearing from many of you that—though you appreciate hearing about so many great books—it’s tough to keep up with everything. And, if I’m honest, it’s become difficult for me to give each book the focused attention and deep dive I think it truly deserves.



So, starting now—in 2025—the Read to Lead Podcast will shift to a once-a-month interview format. That means we’ll have 12 main episodes for the year, each featuring an author whose brand-new book I believe is among the most significant or impactful of 2025.



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There might also be a surprise solo episode or a special edition from time to time—because you know me, I can’t help but pop in and share more of what I’m learning. But the cornerstone of this new schedule will be those 12 deep-dive conversations: one powerful book and author each month.



So, why the shift?




* Deeper Focus – With fewer books, we can explore each title more thoroughly and really give the author room to share their insights.



* Easier for You – Rather than racing through 52 recommendations a year, you can take your time exploring a single new book every month—chances are, it’ll be easier on your wallet too!



* Higher Quality – By limiting the roster of featured books, I can cherry-pick the absolute best reads for the year, ensuring each monthly interview is truly something special.




Ultimately, my mission is to help you discover reading habits that transform your life and career. The new format, I believe, will enable me to serve you at an even higher level.



Each new episode will continue to feature in-depth, no-holds-barred interviews. We’ll unpack each author’s best ideas, break down the book’s key lessons, and look at real-life ways to apply those lessons to your own life.



We’ll still drop occasional bonus episodes—maybe I’ll share a personal reading list update, a Q&A from the Read to Lead Community, or something timely that I just can’t wait a full month to talk about. But for the most part, plan on one meaty interview episode per month.



I can’t wait for you to hear the first interview of 2025. I’m super excited about this author and the book they’ve written.