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The Courageous Leaders Podcast
Joanna Howes
204 episodes
3 days ago
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Carly Avener, CEO of Leo Burnett UK, about why vulnerability is essential to leadership and how sharing your story builds real trust. Carly opens up about imposter syndrome, insomnia, and the pressure of returning to work as a parent. She also shares the practical steps she’s taken to reframe anxiety, create supportive environments for working parents, and build a culture of openness that allows both people and creativity to thri...
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In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Carly Avener, CEO of Leo Burnett UK, about why vulnerability is essential to leadership and how sharing your story builds real trust. Carly opens up about imposter syndrome, insomnia, and the pressure of returning to work as a parent. She also shares the practical steps she’s taken to reframe anxiety, create supportive environments for working parents, and build a culture of openness that allows both people and creativity to thri...
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Entrepreneurship
Business,
Careers,
Management
Episodes (20/204)
The Courageous Leaders Podcast
What happens when imposter syndrome holds you back?
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Carly Avener, CEO of Leo Burnett UK, about why vulnerability is essential to leadership and how sharing your story builds real trust. Carly opens up about imposter syndrome, insomnia, and the pressure of returning to work as a parent. She also shares the practical steps she’s taken to reframe anxiety, create supportive environments for working parents, and build a culture of openness that allows both people and creativity to thri...
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4 days ago
41 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
What’s Killing Creative Leadership Today?
What happens when you put three top creatives in Leadership Room 101? In this special Creatives edition of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I sat down with Dave Buonaguidi (Co-founder of St. Luke’s, 4Creative, and Karmarama), Trevor Robinson OBE (Founder and ECD of Quiet Storm), and Kevin Howes (Freelance Creative Director, Porsche, Sony, Hotels.com) for a sharp, honest, and funny deep dive into the biggest frustrations in creative leadership and what they’d like to banish forever. From corrup...
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1 week ago
47 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
Why Inclusive Marketing Outperforms AI (and Boosts Sales)
The ROI of Inclusion – Why Diverse Voices Drive Better Business In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Ali Hanan, Founder and Executive Director of Creative Equals, an award-winning organisation helping brands like PepsiCo, Mars, and McDonald’s put inclusion at the heart of marketing. We dig into why inclusive advertising isn’t just a social good but also one of the smartest business investments you can make. Ali shares how bias still shapes the work we see on screen...
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2 weeks ago
41 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The One Meeting Leaders Can’t Afford to Get Wrong
What makes a one-to-one meeting truly powerful? In this solo episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I share how to turn 121 from dull status updates into your most strategic leadership tool. This episode is packed with research, practical tips, and actionable questions, and will help you build trust, drive performance, and create a genuine human connection with your team. We Cover: 00:59 – Why 121 team meetings are your most strategic leadership tool 01:45 – Three ways to instantly impr...
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3 weeks ago
6 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Cameron Harris
A health expert's answer to “I just don’t have time to exercise.” Walk. That’s it. No gym. No gear. No excuses. In this week’s Fast & Curious, Cameron Harris, Managing Director at Truth Fitness, keeps it simple and honest in the hot seat. Find out: ⚡ Why ‘just breathe’ is his ultimate daily tip ⚡ Where he’d take Bob Marley (and Henry VIII!) for a workout ⚡ What he really thinks about beer and burnout ⚡ And the marriage advice that could save your weekend It...
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1 month ago
4 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
Why health is the most overlooked key to leadership performance
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Cameron Harris, Managing Director of Truth Fitness, about why so many senior leaders and entrepreneurs let their health slide, and what it's costing them. From burnout and hospital beds to redefining success beyond the boardroom, Cameron shares the powerful shift that helped him rebuild his business and his body. This episode is a wake-up call for leaders prioritising output over their own wellbeing. We cover: 01:00 – The t...
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1 month ago
39 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Pete Markey
Ever made a risky decision at work… that ended in record-breaking results? Pete Markey did.. And it set the tone for Boots’ campaigns for the next four years. In this week’s Fast & Curious, the Boots’ Former CMO shares quick-fire insights, 80s nostalgia, and a surprising talent for product jingles. Find out: ⚡ What he loves (and hates) about marketing ⚡ The celeb life he wants ⚡ The risky ad move that paid off big ⚡ His wild 80s music party trick It’s fast, fun, and full of unexpe...
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1 month ago
11 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
Can You Be Kind and High-Performing as a Leader?
How do you lead with kindness – and still drive high performance? In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Pete Markey, Former Chief Marketing Officer at Boots UK, and one of the most respected marketing leaders in the country. Pete shares his story, from early knockbacks to board-level leadership, and explains why kindness, vulnerability, and clarity have become his most powerful leadership tools. We Cover: 01:18 – Starting out in finance and how it shaped his lea...
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1 month ago
51 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Jane Evans
Are you midlife and feel like it’s too late to start over? Jane Evans has just two words for you… In this week’s Fast & Curious, Jane Evans brings unapologetic honesty, razor-sharp wit, and just the right amount of “don’t-mess-with-me” energy: Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll find: ⚡ The one book that turned her approach to leadership upside down ⚡ Why post‑menopause might be the best phase of life ⚡ Dogs, 80s nostalgia, and the quickest way to kill a brilliant idea ⚡ Her brutally honest r...
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1 month ago
6 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Harsh Truth About Ageism in the Workplace | Jane Evans
What happens when you’re told your career’s over at 50? In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Jane Evans, award-winning creative director and founder of The 7th Tribe and one of her generation’s most successful female creatives. From being the first woman in multiple creative departments to launching a global movement to fight midlife invisibility, Jane’s story is raw, inspiring, and a wake-up call for how we treat women over 50 in the workplace. We Cover: 01:10 – ...
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1 month ago
1 hour

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Josh Harris
What’s the biggest myth about being a CEO? Josh Harris shares all. In this week’s Fast & Curious, the Neverland London CEO brings wit, warmth, and the occasional swear word (thanks to his toddler). Find out: ⚡ For Josh, what would instantly rule someone out in an interview? ⚡ Who he would love to swap roles with for the day in his office ⚡ And the brand collab he’s dreaming of It’s quick, honest, and packed with moments every leader (and parent) will relate to. 📺 Josh’s full Fast &...
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1 month ago
5 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
How do you become one of 2025’s Best Places to Work? | Josh Harris
Have you ever wondered if the best move in your career might be walking away? On this week’s episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I sat down with Josh Harris, CEO of Neverland London. Josh made the bold decision to step away from the security of corporate life and it turned out to be the best thing he could have done. We talk about the emotional weight of leadership, the pressure to protect people, and the challenge of building a business that looks after purpose, people and profits tog...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
4 Ways to Make Confident Decisions Under Pressure
Ever made a decision under pressure that you instantly regretted? Maybe it was to avoid conflict, keep the peace, or just make the discomfort stop. I’ve been there and it nearly cost me my confidence as a leader. In this solo episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I open up about how pressure is the real test of your leadership. We Cover: 01:14 – The two ways leaders make decisions under pressure 02:22 – The personal story that changed how I lead 03:51 – What actually triggers your pre...
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2 months ago
8 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Elisabetta Torretti
If LinkedIn had a no-fluff filter… How much content would survive? We put Elisabetta Torretti, in the hot seat to find out, 🌍 The best and worst thing about starting over in a new country 📊 Her blunt advice for anyone tying self-worth to metrics 📱 The habit she tells others to break… but can’t break herself 💌 And the weirdest DM she’s ever received Watch the clip now and don’t miss the full episode for more curious moments. 📺 Elisabetta’s full Fast & Curious episode d...
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2 months ago
5 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
Should you have a personal brand as a leader? | Elisabetta Torretti
How do you turn personal struggles into a platform that changes lives? In this episode of Courageous Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Elisabetta Torretti, founder and CEO of Mint and Lemon, who helps founders and teams show up online with clarity and confidence. From moving to London at 25 without speaking English, and overcoming an eating disorder, to growing 100k LinkedIn followers in a year, Elisabetta’s story is a masterclass in courage, reinvention, and building a personal brand that opens...
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2 months ago
46 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Matt and Check
⏰ 6:07am. Twice a week. That’s when Check Warner sets her alarm. Why so precise? 👀 That’s just one of the things you’ll discover in this week’s The Fast & The Curious with Matt & Check, Co-Founders of Ada Ventures. From parenting lessons to the startup ‘rules’ they ignored, this is the side of two highly successful founders you won’t find on Google. 🎧 Take a listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/uk/podcast/the-courageous-leaders-podcast/id1594924295 📺 Watch now on YouTube, full Cou...
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2 months ago
7 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
How to Build a Co-Founder Relationship That Lasts
What happens when two unlikely co-founders challenge everything about the venture capital world? In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I sit down with Check Warner and Matt Penneycard, the duo behind Ada Ventures. They open up about money, stress, parenthood, relentless rejection and what it takes to build a business from nothing but trust and audacity. If you’ve ever wondered how to start a company with zero roadmap, navigate co-founder friction, or fundraise against the odds th...
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2 months ago
51 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Lauren Spearman
What do penis pens, naked yoga and an erotic platform... All have in common? Lauren Spearman reveals in her The Fast & The Curious episode. Cannes chaos to 9pm bedtimes This one moves fast and nothing is off limits. 🙃 What did her family buy her that left her speechless? 💸 Why have none of her invoices been paid this month? 🍷 What’s her go-to hobby that involves wine and a fancy tablecloth? 👀 And which platform would she love to collab with purely for fun? You’ll l...
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2 months ago
3 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
Waiting for Confidence? Stop. Do This Instead - Lauren Spearman
How to keep showing up and challenging yourself even when you have no confidence? In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Lauren Spearman, a Social Media consultant and content creator, about the raw and real journey of building confidence. From leaving a steady job with no plan B to showing up online at her lowest point, Lauren shares what it’s really like to let go of control, show up when you're unsure, and embrace uncertainty. Whether you're stuck in your c...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Fast and The Curious with Ross Anderson
What’s stronger, self-discipline or self-awareness? Which one would you choose? We put Ross Anderson in the hot seat for The Fast & The Curious. From topless butler to mindset mentor, He’s got stories, surprises, and a serious take on growth that’ll make you stop scrolling. 🧠 What’s the one tool he swears by for instant stress relief? 📺 Which guilty pleasure TV show does he watch on loop? 🏆 Which Guinness World Record does he want to break next? 🧊 And why ice baths don’t work for him. 📺...
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2 months ago
4 minutes

The Courageous Leaders Podcast
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Carly Avener, CEO of Leo Burnett UK, about why vulnerability is essential to leadership and how sharing your story builds real trust. Carly opens up about imposter syndrome, insomnia, and the pressure of returning to work as a parent. She also shares the practical steps she’s taken to reframe anxiety, create supportive environments for working parents, and build a culture of openness that allows both people and creativity to thri...