CHARGING UP LEADERSHIP

Ultimately, you are first and foremost a leader of yourself. Leadership starts with you. Knowing yourself, stepping into your power, and while standing in that power, with full awareness, being the best version of YOU at your core. Personally and professionally. 

With a variety of guests in the field of leadership, development, health and well-being, energy, and motivation, I promise insightful conversations to spark new thoughts, perspectives, and motivation to charge you up!

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The Podcast Library below contains every episode. Browse the topics and guests, and if something sparks your interest, click on the corresponding cover image to access the full recording, description, photos, and guest bio, or alternatively use the link in the library description. 👇🏼

Podcast Library Table of Contents

  • Authenticity, resilience, and fearless leadership from one of Texas's pioneering women city managers.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/karen-daly

  • Service, humility, and leadership through a synodal lens—what it means to truly walk with others.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/br-antony-julius-milton

  • The bold vision behind the 16/50 Project and the future of women in municipal leadership.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/dan-gilmartin-passion-project

  • Sound, authenticity, and the role of energy, presence, and alignment in leadership.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/geoff-lamden-leadership-vibes

  • Breaking through self-imposed limits, embracing personal power, and leading with confidence and authenticity.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/mariah-walton-her-ceiling-is-now-her-floor

  • Authentic leadership, values-driven growth, and building a culture rooted in trust and excellence.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/tim-volkema-percs-of-authentic-leadership

  • Innovation, collaboration, and the leadership principles behind transforming modern medicine.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/john-abele-vision-and-innovation

  • The culture, people, and leadership principles that helped build Boston Scientific into a global healthcare leader.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/michael-phalen-culture

  • Research, resilience, and speaking up: a conversation on glyphosate, GMOs, and human health.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/stephanie-seneff-phd-organically-herself

  • Artificial Intelligence 101: opportunities, challenges, and the future impact of AI on education, business, and society.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/ai-julie-parks-kristi-haik

  • EFT tapping, overcoming limiting beliefs, and releasing the emotional baggage that keeps us stuck.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/lisa-nichols-unlocking-potential

  • The carnivore diet, human nutrition, and challenging conventional thinking about health and performance.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/dr-anthony-chaffee-md-raising-the-steaks

  • Bias, communication, and authentic leadership through the lens of gender equity.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/carlos-manzano-new-york-state-of-mind

  • The science of happiness at work, meaningful leadership, and creating cultures where people thrive.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/tracybrower-happiness-at-work

  • Reflections from Lake Placid on presence, perspective, and the often-overlooked power of simply being.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/which-communication-style-are-you-n2fpx

  • Understanding communication styles, improving relationships, and reducing unnecessary conflict and frustration.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/which-communication-style-are-you

  • The neuroscience of leadership, trust, mindset, and creating lasting personal and professional growth.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/leadership-from-a-neuroscience-perspective

  • Item descriptionEmotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the leadership skills that drive stronger relationships and results.

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  • A simple breathing technique to reduce stress, regain composure, and prevent lose-your-cool-itis.

  • Leadership lessons from the mountain: perspective, perseverance, and the climb toward growth.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/ep-9-heidi-frye-podcast-host-leadership-is-within-reach

  • The emotions behind the mask, the weight of expectations, and the journey back to authentic self.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/mily-kieliszewski-emotionsbehindthemask

  • Empowerment, identity, and the lessons learned from life in the spotlight.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/emily-kieliszewski-empowerment

  • Addiction, leadership, and the deeper issues that often lie beneath high performance and success.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/therese-marie-smith-executive-coach

  • Owner & Operating Partner, Wealthy Street Bakery & Hall Street Bakery

    www.HeidiFrye.com/andy-havemeier-on-the-rise

  • A reflection on presence, stress reduction, and staying grounded in the moment, featuring an excerpt from The Light Switch.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/heidi-frye-charging-up-leadership-host

  • Creativity, entrepreneurship, and building a career at the intersection of art, music, and business.

    www.HeidiFrye.com/podcast/gretchen-devault

  • How great Integrators create alignment, accountability, and momentum within organizations.

    www.heidifrye.com/podcast/erich-baum-coo-and-eos-integrator-interview-bio

  • Organizational transformation, leadership development, and building high-performing teams with public policy executive Julie Novak.

    www.heidifrye.com/podcast/julie-novak-mhsa-principal-nbspinterview-bio

  • Introduction to Charging Up Leadership: the podcast's purpose, format, and Heidi Frye's vision for helping leaders grow from the inside out.

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Ep. 26 - Dan Gilmartin: “PASSION PROJECT”
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Ep. 26 - Dan Gilmartin: “PASSION PROJECT”

In this episode of Charging Up Leadership, host Heidi Frye talks with Dan Gilmartin, Executive Director and CEO of the Michigan Municipal League, about the 16/50 Project—a bold initiative designed to increase the number of women in City Manager roles across Michigan. They explore the leadership gap in local government, the evolving demands of the City Manager position, and the mindset and skills women need to step into top municipal leadership roles. 🎙️ Listen now!

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Ep. 8 - Emily Kieliszewski, Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan: “The Emotions Behind the Mask”
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Ep. 8 - Emily Kieliszewski, Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan: “The Emotions Behind the Mask”

Continuing the Convo - Part 2 with Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan, Emily Kieliszewski, as we discuss the emotions behind the mask.

In this episode, we finish the conversation we started, stopped, and started again in the last episode. After turning off the recording, there was more to be said about the hidden emotions, responsibilities, and comfort in wearing the mask.Emily talks about how playing the role and her own perspective handling the role, took her away from herself.

Emily Kieliszewski BIO: Emily Kieliszewski is the Michigan Municipal League’s Member Programs Manager where she coordinates services and programs for the League’s 525 member communities, including nearly 4000 local elected officials and over 10,000 appointed officials.

Emily leads initiatives including the League’s 16/50 Project and oversees the Elected Officials Academy, the Michigan Women in Municipal Government, executive search services, and member training and development programming.

Prior to joining the League in 2016, Emily began her career working with several nonprofit organizations and in a variety of roles in political campaigns. She’s also served as a staff member in the Michigan State Senate. Emily received her bachelor’s degree in political science from Michigan State University where she was selected as a Dean’s Assistant Fellow. She is also an alumna of the Michigan Political Leadership Program through the Institute of Public Policy and Social Research at Michigan State.

Emily participates on several boards and in a variety of nonprofit leadership positions, including as Vice President of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Michigan, the NAMI Northeast Michigan formation committee, and as a certified family support group facilitator. She also served her home state as Miss Michigan in 2015.

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Ep. 7 - Emily Kieliszewski, Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan: “Empowerment”
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Ep. 7 - Emily Kieliszewski, Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan: “Empowerment”

Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan, Emily Kieleszewski, talks about her front row seat to the spectrum of "empowerment".

In this episode, we explore both the empowerment program Emily manages, as well as her life in the spotlight. She talks candidly and vulnerably about her experience, giving us a behind-the-scenes view, and what it took to rediscover herself. She concludes by offering her (now) perspective and definition of empowerment.

Emily Kieliszewski BIO: Emily Kieliszewski is the Michigan Municipal League’s Member Programs Manager where she coordinates services and programs for the League’s 525 member communities, including nearly 4000 local elected officials and over 10,000 appointed officials.

Emily leads initiatives including the League’s 16/50 Project and oversees the Elected Officials Academy, the Michigan Women in Municipal Government, executive search services, and member training and development programming.

Prior to joining the League in 2016, Emily began her career working with several nonprofit organizations and in a variety of roles in political campaigns. She’s also served as a staff member in the Michigan State Senate. Emily received her bachelor’s degree in political science from Michigan State University where she was selected as a Dean’s Assistant Fellow. She is also an alumna of the Michigan Political Leadership Program through the Institute of Public Policy and Social Research at Michigan State.

Emily participates on several boards and in a variety of nonprofit leadership positions, including as Vice President of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Michigan, the NAMI Northeast Michigan formation committee, and as a certified family support group facilitator. She also served her home state as Miss Michigan in 2015.

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