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"Everything rises and falls on leadership," - John Maxwell My name is Ben Owden and I have weekly conversations with leaders. I hope that these conversations will help you find the clarity and conviction to lead a more meaningful and impactful life. I’ve curated some of the best thinker practitioners from all over the world to help you get to your leadership nirvana.
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Signup to Generate a Pitch"Everything rises and falls on leadership," - John Maxwell My name is Ben Owden and I have weekly conversations with leaders. I hope that these conversations will help you find the clarity and conviction to lead a more meaningful and impactful life.
Why Lead? is hosted by Ben Owden. The show has published 88 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "0087 - The Power of ‘I Don’t Know' | Why Your Brain Loves Being Ignorant (And How That Makes You Smarter) ft Stuart Firestein" (11 June 2025, 71 minutes), "0086 - AI is Humanity’s Savior and Possibly Our Worst Mistake! ft Mo Gawdat" (4 June 2025, 27 minutes), and "0085 - Sleep Your Way to Better Decisions, How Rest is Becoming the New Hustle ft Sara Mednick" (22 March 2025, 80 minutes).
Why Lead? publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 64 minutes across 88 episodes.
Booking probability for Why Lead? is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Why Lead? requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Why Lead?'s contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Why Lead? are Business & Management Consulting. Why Lead? has a business audience.
Ben Owden hosts Why Lead?, a business podcast with 88 episodes published.
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Episode #87
<p>What if knowing less could actually make you more? In this riveting conversation, Ben Owden sits down with Dr. <b>Stuart Firestein, </b>former Chair of Columbia University’s Biological Sciences, neuroscientist...
Episode #86
<p>Imagine waking up to a world run by hyper-intelligent machines. It sounds like science fiction, but Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer at Google X, bestselling author, and renowned happiness evangelist, says...
Episode #85
<p>In this conversation, <b>Dr. Sara Mednick</b>, world-renowned scientist, author of the influential book Take a Nap, Change Your Life, and professor directing the Sleep and Cognition Lab at UC Irvine, shares...
Episode #84
<p>Imagine discovering four distinct “personalities” inside your brain—each with its own way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. That’s exactly what <b>Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor</b>, a Harvard-trained...
Episode #83
<p><b>What if you could predict who will buy, who will click—or even who might lie or die?</b> In this episode, <b>Ben Owden</b> sits down with <b>Dr. Eric Siegel </b>founder of <b>Machine Learning Week</b>, a globally...
Episode #82
<p>What if everything you thought you knew about strategy was wrong—or at least incomplete? In this eye-opening episode, <b>Ben Owden</b> sits down with <b>Felix Oberholzer-Gee</b>, Harvard Business School’s Andreas...
Episode #81
<p>How do we create a world where our children—and all of us—can truly thrive? In this episode, <b>Ben Owden</b> sits down with <b>Dr. Monica Sharma</b>, a physician, epidemiologist, and former senior leader at the...
Episode #80
<p>Ever felt your heart sink when someone says, “I have some feedback for you”? You’re not alone. In this insightful episode, <b>I</b> chat with <b>Jason Rosoff</b>, co-founder of <b>Radical Candor</b>, about the...
Episode #79
<p>Kick off the new year with a fresh perspective on your business strategy! In this episode, Ben Owden chats with <b>Dr. Peter Fader</b>, Wharton professor and co-founder of a predictive analytics firm acquired by...
Episode #78
<p>Ben Owden in a conversation with <b>Dr. Simone Ahuja</b>, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and CEO of <b>Blood Orange</b>, a global innovation strategy firm. Simone talks about <b>Jugaad innovation</b>, a frugal...
Episode #77
<p>Ben Owden engages in a conversation with Stacy Spikes, the visionary co-founder of MoviePass and author of <b>"Black Founder: The Hidden Power of Being an Outsider."</b> Stacy's journey is a masterclass in turning...
Episode #76
<p>Join host Ben Owden as he engages in a transformative conversation with Janet M. Harvey, a globally recognized leader in the coaching industry and author of <b>"From Tension to Transformation: A Leader's Guide to...
Episode #75
<p>Host Ben Owden engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, a renowned pediatric leader and former WHO Chief Scientist. They explore the interconnected relationship between health and...
Episode #74
<p>Ben Owden talks with Dr. Samu Dube, the Executive Director of FP2030. <br/><br/>Dr. Dube shares her insights on the intrinsic potential within everyone to be extraordinary, highlighting the importance of...
Episode #73
<p>Host Ben Owden engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Michael Charles and Dr. Githinji Gitahi. They discuss the importance of social justice and equality as fundamental human rights. Dr. Gitahi...
Episode #72
<p>Ben Owden sits down with Dr. Yasmin Ali Haque, who has a rich background in UNICEF and humanitarian response, and Amie Batson, President of Women Lift Health, to explore the evolving nature of leadership and share...
Episode #71
<p>Ben Owden explores the challenges women face in gaining visibility and leadership roles with guests Rachel Ombaka and Liz Ntonjira of WomenLift Health. The discussion transitions to overcoming these barriers through...
Episode #70
<p>Dive into a journey of transformation with Barbara Oakley, from struggling with basic math to becoming a renowned engineering professor, and discover the secrets to mastering any skill. This episode isn't just a...
Episode #69
<p>Join host Ben Owden on a transformative journey through the art of conversation with communication scientist, educator, and author Haesun Moon. In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the healing power of dialogue...
Episode #68
<p>Morra, with her rich background in leadership and mental health advocacy, shares groundbreaking insights into how we can reframe our relationship with anxiety. From the gripping tales of leaders who've harnessed...
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author, entrepreneur and former Chief Business Officer at Google X, Co-founder of EmmaDotLove, not specified
Author of "My Stroke of Insight" and "Whole Brain Living", Indiana University School of Medicine
author of The AI Playbook, founder of Machine Learning Week, Kabul Small Animal Rescue
Better, Simpler Strategy: A Value-Based Guide to Exceptional Performance, Harvard Business School
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