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Leading Minds Revealed

Leading Minds Revealed

By: Michael Apollo
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Leading Minds Revealed Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets of Mindful Executive Leadership

Welcome to Leading Minds Revealed, a transformative podcast that dives deep into the intersection of mindfulness, mental fitness, and executive leadership. Hosted by industry experts, this thought-provoking series brings you exclusive conversations with C-suite executives, organizational leaders, and visionaries from industries navigating rapid change. Each episode explores how strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and mindful practices empower today’s top leaders to thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, Leading Minds Revealed offers actionable insights to elevate your leadership game.


Why Listen to Leading Minds Revealed?

In today’s high-stakes business environment, effective leadership requires more than technical expertise—it demands mental clarity, resilience, and the ability to inspire teams through uncertainty. Leading Minds Revealed showcases real stories from seasoned executives who have faced complex challenges, driven strategic transformations, and built high-performance cultures. From navigating technological disruptions to fostering emotional intelligence (EQ) in the C-suite, our guests share the mental tools, frameworks, and strategies that have fueled their success.

Our podcast is designed for forward-thinking leaders who want to:


  • Master decision-making under pressure.
  • Build resilient organizational cultures that preserve core values during change.
  • Leverage emotional intelligence to influence and inspire teams.
  • Adapt to market shifts, technological advancements, and evolving workforce expectations.
  • Implement mindful leadership practices for sustainable high performance.


With a focus on real-world applications, Leading Minds Revealed bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering listeners practical takeaways to sharpen their leadership skills and drive measurable results.


What to Expect from Each Episode


Every episode of Leading Minds Revealed is a masterclass in modern leadership. Our guests come from diverse industries—technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and more—bringing unique perspectives on what it takes to lead with confidence and foresight. Topics are tailored to each guest’s expertise, ensuring fresh, relevant content that resonates with today’s executives. Expect in-depth discussions on:


  • Mental Fitness for High-Stakes Leadership: Learn how top executives maintain clarity and make sound decisions in high-pressure environments. Discover mindfulness techniques and mental frameworks that enhance focus and resilience.
  • Building Resilient Cultures: Explore strategies for preserving organizational values while navigating mergers, restructurings, or market shifts. Hear how leaders foster trust and alignment in dynamic settings.
  • Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Uncover the role of EQ in driving influence, collaboration, and team performance. Learn how to cultivate self-awareness and empathy to lead with impact.
  • Future-Ready Leadership: Stay ahead of the curve by adapting to technological disruptions, AI advancements, and changing market dynamics. Our guests share how they position their organizations for long-term success.
  • Mindful Leadership Practices: From meditation to structured reflection, discover tools that promote sustainable high performance and prevent burnout at the executive level.
  • Career Journeys and Lessons Learned: Hear inspiring stories of how leaders got started, overcame pitfalls, and honed their expertise. Learn from their successes, failures, and comebacks to accelerate your own growth.
  • Decision-Making Processes: Gain insights into how top executives approach critical decisions, including the good, the bad, and the lessons learned along the way.
  • Overcoming Leadership Challenges: From talent development to organizational culture, explore how leaders tackle complex challenges and drive meaningful change.
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Episodes
  • Embracing Change with Empathy | Kristine Collins | Leading Minds Revealed | Ep 107

    Embracing Change with Empathy | Kristine Collins | Leading Minds Revealed | Ep 107
    Aug 20 2025

    In this episode of Leading Minds Revealed, host Michael Apollo sits down with Kristine Collins, the Dean of UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education. They discuss the importance of mindfulness in leadership, the impact of team-centered leadership during times of transformation, and how to navigate change with empathy and strategic precision. Dean Collins shares her personal journey, lessons from her athletic background, and experiences from her professional life that shape her leadership approach. She emphasizes the significance of self-care, trust-building, and keeping learners at the center of educational initiatives.


    00:00 Introduction to Leading Minds Revealed

    00:50 Meet Dean Kristine Collins

    02:57 The Importance of Team Leadership

    05:06 Navigating Uncertainty and Change

    11:14 Building Trust and Communication

    16:30 Personal Leadership Journey

    25:02 Self-Care and Leadership

    30:01 Cultural Differences and Leadership Styles

    30:55 Work-Life Balance in Different Cultures

    32:19 Kindness in Leadership

    35:08 Trust and Safety in High-Performing Teams

    38:40 Human-Centered Design in Education

    43:48 Balancing Leadership Roles

    47:59 Influence of Upbringing on Leadership

    55:39 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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    59 mins
  • Visionary Leadership in Healthcare | Hazim Hassan | Leading Minds Revealed | Ep 106

    Visionary Leadership in Healthcare | Hazim Hassan | Leading Minds Revealed | Ep 106
    Aug 7 2025

    Visionary Leadership in Healthcare with Hazim Hassan


    In this episode of Leading Minds Revealed, host Michael Apollo sits down with Hazim Hassan, a visionary leader at the Ontario Hospital Association, to explore the indispensable roles of curiosity, adaptability, and innovation in leadership. Hazim shares his insights on building psychological safety within teams, navigating the complexities of the healthcare sector, and the importance of fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. With over a decade of experience in healthcare system transformation, Hazim provides practical strategies for leaders to stay grounded and resilient in the face of uncertainty. This episode offers valuable wisdom for anyone passionate about innovation and looking to make a significant impact in their field.


    00:00 Introduction to Leading Minds Revealed

    00:50 Exploring Leadership Mindsets with Hazim Hassan

    02:22 The Power of Curiosity in Leadership

    07:31 Navigating Complexity and Adaptability

    21:17 Balancing Present Awareness and Future Focus

    28:23 Mindfulness and Personal Leadership

    32:43 Fostering a Culture of Curiosity and Kindness

    33:15 Navigating Personal and Professional Challenges

    37:13 The Importance of Psychological Safety in Teams

    43:57 Balancing Leadership Styles for Innovation

    49:06 Lessons from a Father's Leadership

    53:07 Advice for Aspiring Innovators

    55:51 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect
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    58 mins
  • The Evolving Leader: AI, EQ, and the New CEO | Giovanni Farese | Leading Minds Revealed | EP 105

    The Evolving Leader: AI, EQ, and the New CEO | Giovanni Farese | Leading Minds Revealed | EP 105
    Jul 23 2025

    In this episode of Leading Minds Revealed, host Michael Apollo sits down with Giovanni Farese, CEO of Webidoo, a global tech company specializing in AI-powered digital marketing. Giovanni, recognized by Forbes as one of the 100 most innovative managers, offers a deeply reflective look at the evolving demands of leadership in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world.


    Together, they unpack the shift from old-school operational leadership to a more emotionally intelligent, human-centered approach. Giovanni shares powerful insights into how mindfulness, curiosity, and emotional clarity shape his leadership style, and why taking back your time is one of the most important strategies for modern executives. From challenging hustle culture and embracing intentional rest, to leading remote-first teams with empathy and structure, this episode is a masterclass in what it means to be a mindful and modern leader.

    00:00 Introduction to Leading Minds Revealed

    00:50 Meet Giovanni Farese: Skydiver, Surfer, CEO

    02:10 Why Leadership Must Evolve

    04:45 Emotional Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence

    07:20 The Manager’s Mind vs. the Leader’s Mind

    10:05 The Cost of Constant Connectivity

    13:18 Creating Space for Clarity

    16:44 Using AI to Get Time Back, Not Just Boost Productivity

    20:01 Micro-Habits for a Balanced Leader

    23:16 Why Leaders Need to Experiment and Reflect

    26:30 The Power of Disconnecting from Devices

    29:45 Redesigning Remote Work: Culture, Clarity & Connection

    33:50 Building Emotional Connection in Distributed Teams

    38:22 From Mistakes to Mindfulness: Leading with Humility

    41:00 Developing Emotional Skills Across Your Leadership Team

    44:58 Supporting Growth Through Personalized Tools

    48:10 Real Talk: Burnout, Sleep, and Breaking Old Habits

    52:05 Why Curiosity Is a Leadership Superpower

    54:12 Connect with Giovanni & Final Takeaways


    Connect with Giovanni Farese:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/giovannifarese1/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/giovanni.farese/

    X (formerly Twitter) - https://x.com/gfarese
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    59 mins
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