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Made in Canada. Discover how trust shapes effective leadership in our ever-changing future on Hope + Possibilities. Hosted by strategic futurist Nola Simon, this podcast uncovers the subtle signals of trust, risk, and decision-making that leaders must notice before assumptions become critical. From everyday moments to strategic foresight, learn to lead with clarity and courage in hybrid work cultures and beyond. Featured in Maclean's and CBC, this show is essential for leaders committed to developing trust and future-ready strategies.Themes: Leadership Development • Decision-Making • Trust • Organizational Culture • Strategic Foresight • Everyday Futurism • Assumption-Based Leadership • Work Culture • Hybrid & Remote Leadership • Digital Disruption • Reputation • Identity • Change • Canadian Leadership
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Signup to Generate a PitchMade in Canada. Discover how trust shapes effective leadership in our ever-changing future on Hope + Possibilities. Hosted by strategic futurist Nola Simon, this podcast uncovers the subtle signals of trust, risk, and decision-making that leaders must notice before assumptions become critical.
Hope + Possibilities: Trust, Leadership + Strategic Foresight is hosted by Nola Simon. The show has published 123 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Who Owns the Canadian Story? A Leadership Lens on Streaming, IP, and Sovereignty" (19 October 2026, 15 minutes), "Thought Leadership: Sponsorship, Celebrity and Influence in Canada" (8 October 2026, 20 minutes), and "Who We Trust and How We Receive Advice: A Leadership Living Lab" (2 October 2026, 13 minutes).
Hope + Possibilities: Trust, Leadership + Strategic Foresight publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 19 minutes across 123 episodes.
Booking probability for Hope + Possibilities: Trust, Leadership + Strategic Foresight is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hope + Possibilities: Trust, Leadership + Strategic Foresight requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hope + Possibilities: Trust, Leadership + Strategic Foresight's contact route on record: verified email.
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Nola Simon hosts Hope + Possibilities: Trust, Leadership + Strategic Foresight, a business podcast with 123 episodes published.
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