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Badass Leaders Podcast: Brave Hearts, Brave Conversations, Badass Leaders

Badass Leaders Podcast: Brave Hearts, Brave Conversations, Badass Leaders

By: Angela Gill Nelms
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 Welcome to the Badass Leaders Podcast: Brave Hearts, Brave Conversations, and Badass Leaders. Industry experts join host Angela Gill Nelms for intimate and eye-opening discussions about the challenges and joys facing today's leaders. Listen in, and get ready to scale your company, grow your brand, and unlock your full badass potential. Guests include authors, CEOs, Fortune 500 advisors, serial entrepreneurs, heads of global marketing, nonprofit leaders, and educators. You'll discover new insights in every episode. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out! If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email podcast@angelagillnelms.com. You can learn more about The AGN Group and its services on its website: www.TheAGNGroup.com. Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com. About Angela: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer for building exceptional companies and teams. She is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The AGN Group and Recovery Advocate Network. She has held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, she has mastered navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, and ensuring that customers and patients are always the top priority. Angela is a passionate advocate for mental wellness and diversity. She is the CEO and co-founder of Recovery Advocate Network, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Through this organization, she addresses resource disparities for individuals with mental health disorders, trauma, and identity challenges. In addition, she hosts the Coffee and Conversation Podcast to educate the community and reduce the stigma around mental health and wellness. She shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. #BeBraveBeBadass #BadassLeadersPodcast #BraveHeartsBraveConversationsBadassLeaders #TheAGNGroup2024 Career Success Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Real Stories, Real Leadership: Georgia Tech Alumni

    Real Stories, Real Leadership: Georgia Tech Alumni
    Dec 3 2025
    Real Stories, Real Leadership: Georgia Tech Alumni This episode features a deep, surprisingly personal conversation with two Georgia Tech powerhouses whose careers span biomedical engineering, venture investing, university leadership, and global innovation. They unpack what it looks like to build teams that solve real-world problems, how diversity fuels breakthrough ideas, and why Georgia Tech became a national model for AI adoption long before most institutions were ready. Watch Full Interviews Here: Angela & Gia: https://youtu.be/vh69c_f4Sv8?si=_lP7WQOfiSV_5IqkBeth: https://youtu.be/JXrICZjyhec?si=hdmHm8jvCMJOHh6yCathleen: https://youtu.be/A1FVVQ1hmi4?si=wCqhllwwK5okpp5bEric: https://youtu.be/mMCg-aW8eoQ?si=_zfZeRfn595LBGlPKofi: https://youtu.be/5CKPG7nfwww?si=R8nOvyLBB54jloSONassir: https://youtu.be/ex1hDKRPrxg?si=JpImeGf_15aKZnrOSherry: https://youtu.be/lrFVN8oN0g0?si=YqcI2RLK2JLU-duyRaheem: https://youtu.be/qab7tPVmWng?si=xsYz-g956wRPNzoh Mentioned in This Episode Georgia Tech: https://www.gatech.edu/Emory University: https://www.emory.edu/home/index.htmlBiolocity: https://biolocity.gatech.edu/Emory BioFoundry: https://www.ebfi.org/Children's Healthcare of Atlanta: https://www.choa.org/Georgia Tech AI Maker Space: https://coe.gatech.edu/academics/ai-for-engineering/ai-makerspaceShawn Jones, Georgia Tech Quarterback: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shawn_Jones_(gridiron_football)#:~:text=Jones%20is%20arguably%20one%20of,4%20years%20of%20collegiate%20play.Wayne Clough, former Georgia Tech President: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G._Wayne_Clough The discussion also tackles questions people often search for, including: How does Georgia Tech approach AI in admissions and engineering education?What makes biomedical engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory so influential?How do major universities build a culture of innovation instead of bureaucracy?What does "return on investment" really mean in early-stage healthtech and translational science?How can diversity and inclusion directly improve engineering and research outcomesHow do leaders manage autonomy, accountability, and innovation at large institutions? Key Takeaways Georgia Tech's early, unapologetic commitment to AI wasn't a gamble — it was a strategic pivot that's now shaping national standards.True innovation requires proximity: engineers belong in ICUs, clinicians belong in labs, and teams must literally see each other's world.Diversity isn't a slogan here. It shows up as better problem framing, richer solutions, and expanded opportunity.Return on investment in academic innovation isn't just dollars — it's follow-on funding, regulatory milestones, and the long-term shaping of founders and researchers.Autonomy is essential. Leaders who expect innovation must give people room to own decisions and be accountable for them.The Georgia Tech–Emory ecosystem works because it prioritizes translation over theory; projects move, pivot, or end quickly.Exposure changes trajectories. A single visit to campus, a commencement speech, or a STEM Saturday can alter how someone sees their future. Themes Innovation culture inside major research institutionsDiversity as a driver of engineering and scientific breakthroughsAI adoption and ethics in higher educationTranslational science and commercialization in healthcareLeadership, autonomy, and accountability at scaleResilience, reinvention, and nontraditional career pathsThe power of community impact and early exposure to STEM Produced by: The AGN Group, Host: Angela Gill Nelms, Producer: Katie Hart Tagline: Be Brave. Be Badass. Websites: www.theagngroup.com and www.AngelaGillNelms.com About The AGN Group: At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. www.TheAGNGroup.com. Social Media Channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/ Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2 Want to be a Podcast Guest? If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@badassleaderspodcast.com
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    40 mins
  • Leaving the 80-Hour Grind for a Life You Actually Want | Ed Morgan

    Leaving the 80-Hour Grind for a Life You Actually Want | Ed Morgan
    Nov 26 2025

    Edward "Bean" Morgan joins the Badass Leaders Podcast for a candid conversation about leadership, burnout, and what it takes to walk away from a career that no longer aligns with your values. After decades in the restaurant and hospitality industry, working 80 to 90 hours a week with little recognition, Ed made a dramatic pivot into beekeeping. Today he manages more than 100 hives across Atlanta, teaches hands-on beekeeping classes, and mentors the next generation of beekeepers and entrepreneurs.

    This episode explores how Ed built a thriving business from scratch, how he found his voice as a leader, and the lessons he now applies to business growth, community building, and resilient decision-making. His story is a blueprint for anyone ready to change direction, reclaim their time, and lead on their own terms.

    The discussion also tackles questions such as:

    • What is the difference between a leader and a manager?
    • How do you recognize burnout before it derails your wellbeing?
    • How do you pivot careers when you have a mortgage, a family, and no safety net?
    • What can beekeeping teach us about leadership, communication, and teamwork?
    • How do you navigate toxic work environments and advocate for yourself?
    • What does conflict resolution look like when you're responsible for people, operations, and outcomes?

    Learn More About Ed Morgan:

    • Facebook: Edward "Bean" Morgan,
    • Instagram: Atlanta Bee Company
    • LinkedIn: Edward Morgan
    • Website: Beansbeesandhoney.com
    • Airbnb experience: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/279263

    Mentioned in this Episode:

    • Don "The Fat Bee Man": https://www.youtube.com/@fineshooter
    • Georgia Beekeepers Association: https://gabeekeeping.com/
    • Metro Atlanta Beekeepers: https://metroatlantabeekeepers.org/
    Themes
    • Leadership vs. management
    • Career reinvention
    • Burnout and wellbeing
    • Entrepreneurship and business building
    • Authenticity and self-advocacy
    • Mentorship and community
    • Beekeeping as a leadership model
    • Conflict resolution and communication
    • Diversity, identity, and navigating inequitable work environment

    Produced by: The AGN Group

    Host: Angela Gill Nelms

    Producer: Katie Hart

    Tagline: Be Brave. Be Badass.

    Websites: www.theagngroup.com and www.AngelaGillNelms.com

    About The AGN Group:

    At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. www.TheAGNGroup.com.

    Social Media Channels:

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/
    • Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2

    Want to be a Podcast Guest?

    If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com.
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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • From the Yankees to Flea Markets—The Leadership Lessons No One Expects | Dr. John Tuders

    From the Yankees to Flea Markets—The Leadership Lessons No One Expects | Dr. John Tuders
    Nov 19 2025

    In this episode, Dr. John Tuders breaks down what it truly means to lead with courage, clarity, and integrity in a world that often rewards shortcuts. He shares the lessons that shaped him, from growing up in Queens to becoming a professor and trusted voice in leadership. You'll hear real stories, practical insights, and a grounded perspective on trust, culture, conflict, and personal growth. If you're serious about becoming a stronger, more self-aware leader, this conversation will push you in all the right ways.

    Questions answered during this conversation:

    1. What is the real difference between a leader and a manager?
    2. How do you build trust in a way that actually influences people?
    3. Why does culture matter more than strategy when scaling a team?
    4. How should leaders approach conflict resolution without damaging relationships?
    5. What role do values play in modern leadership, and why do they matter?
    6. How can leaders stay authentic while still driving performance and accountability?
    7. What does it take to become a more self-aware, human-centered leader?
    8. How can leaders grow personally and professionally without losing who they are?

    Learn More About Dr. John Tuders:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-john-tuders-dba-7b164a20/

    Mentioned in this Episode:

    • Kristi's episode: https://youtu.be/_beumKc6pDI?si=3OQ5fXDB5eDdmXXR
    • Raheem's episode: https://youtu.be/qab7tPVmWng?si=g3KXAxtppBkDurq0
    • Anne Chow's episode: https://youtu.be/JrgdCCOwkG0?si=LafOxR7Y3QZWwhel
    • Enneagram: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/how-the-enneagram-system-works/
    • Radical Candor by Kim Scott: https://www.radicalcandor.com/
    • The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo: https://www.juliezhuo.com/book/manager.html
    • Uncommon by Tony Dungy: https://www.amazon.com/Uncommon-Finding-Your-Path-Significance/dp/1414326823
    • Relational Intelligence by Dharius Daniels: https://dhariusdaniels.com/rq/
    • Boundaries by Henry Cloud andJohn Townsend: https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804

    Produced by: The AGN Group

    Host: Angela Gill Nelms

    Producer: Katie Hart

    Tagline: Be Brave. Be Badass.

    Websites: www.theagngroup.com and www.AngelaGillNelms.com

    About The AGN Group:

    At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. www.TheAGNGroup.com.

    Social Media Channels:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/

    Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2

    Want to be a Podcast Guest?

    If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com.
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    1 hr and 27 mins
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