The Executives' Lounge: A Podcast for Leaders That Give a...Ship

The Executives' Lounge: A Podcast for Leaders That Give a...Ship

Hosted by: Dr. Christine Fonner & Dr. Kristine Medyanik

Dr. Christine Fonner and Dr. Kristine Medyanik get real about what it takes to lead people well—the good, the hard, and the downright sh!tty. Blending research, real-world leadership experience, humor, and honest...

Episodes

30. When We Generously Listen

Season #2 Episode #30

Nicole Madonna (pronouns: She/Her) is on a mission to elevate others through feminist theory, relational cultural theory and existential and narrative therapy. She is a licensed Social Worker and Clinical Therapist...
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29. Don't Be Silly. Girls Don't Fly Airplanes!

Season #2 Episode #29

Lola Reid Allin is a former Airline Transport Rated Pilot, Class I Flight Instructor, and Flight Examiner, as well as a SCUBA Dive Master, adventurer, and an award-winning author and photographer. I decided to sit...
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28. The Future of AI…From Fear to Creativity to Love

Season #2 Episode #28

Sarah Woodward is a woman after my heart - she has an entrepreneurial spirit, says things like it is, and is a BIG lover of live music. Sarah is a tech expert that has worked with companies like BMW, Nationwide...
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27. Just to Help One Person

Season #2 Episode #27

Alisa Divine is an Author, Coach & Speaker. She is also the CEO of Personal Power Press. Alisa Coaches women to write their stories, build platforms as leaders and create impact through books. She is CEO of...
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26. Change Is Simple But Not Easy

Season #2 Episode #26

Veronica Weedon is an holistic health coach, Rapid Transformation Therapy practitioner, hypnotherapist, and the Founder of Revival Health, a practice that helps people move towards healthier relationships and a better...
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25. You Don't Know What You Don't Know

Season #2 Episode #25

Kirsten Burkhart has seen her fair share of hardships in her life. What you'll learn about Kirsten in this episode is that she is "bullheaded" and that is a strength that has served her well! Kirsten is the...
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24. What's Your Exit Strategy?

Season #2 Episode #24

Lisa Anderson is the Chief HR Officer (CHRO) for a technology company and the President of Positively in Pursuit, LLC. She is aLeadership/Career Coach who also has over 25 years of HR experience. Her coaching business...
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23. Lyrics and Music as a Transcendent Healer for All of Us

Season #2 Episode #23

B. Elizabeth Beck is a poet who writes fiction. Her fifth collection of poetry, Dancing on the Page, was published by Rabbit House Press this year, 2024. She also has a debut collection of short stories published by...
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22. Success Starts with Rewiring Yourself to Your Real Priorities

Season #2 Episode #22

Clara Capano is founder and self-titled Chief Harmony Officer of Capano Speaking and Training. She leads professional women into developing their own personal path to peace and finding success on HER terms. Clara is...
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21. Living Larger Than Life

Season #2 Episode #21

Michelle Seguin is a best selling author, "Radical Recovery of Self Coach" and "Heal Your Life Teacher and Coach" specializing in helping adults and teens heal from trauma, loss, chronic pain and fibromyalgia....
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20. Scientifically Fringe-tastic! A Story of a Scientist in the Arts

Season #2 Episode #20

Dawn Bentley is the Executive Director of Minnesota Fringe, an amazing performance arts festival in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis & St. Paul). Minnesota Fringe connects adventurous artists with adventurous...
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19. You Don't Have to be an Expert to be a Leader

Season #2 Episode #19

Nikki Gianni was active military for 10 years and spent another 15 years as a civil servant working for the Department of Defense. She rose quickly into leadership positions and has a passion for learning and...
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