CHARGING UP LEADERSHIP

Ultimately, you are first and foremost a leader of yourself. Leadership starts within. It begins with knowing yourself, stepping into your power, and becoming the best version of YOU—personally and professionally.

Through conversations with a wide variety of guests, we explore leadership, growth, communication, health and well-being, and the stories that shape us. I am especially drawn to stories of transformation—those moments when someone sees themselves differently, makes a courageous choice, or discovers what they are truly capable of.

My hope is that each episode leaves you with a new perspective, a fresh insight, or a little spark that helps charge you up from the inside out.

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Ep. 27 - Br. Antony Julius Milton: “WALKING WITH”

Join Capuchin Brother Antony Julius Milton as he shares his extraordinary journey—from growing up in Tamil Nadu, India to his priestly ordination and life of service as a Capuchin Brother. This episode explores synodal leadership, the Church’s responsibility in a changing world, and the power of walking with others in humility, authenticity, and faith.

Authenticity, resilience, and fearless leadership from one of Texas's pioneering women city managers.
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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.
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The emotions behind the mask, the weight of expectations, and the journey back to authentic self.
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Empowerment, identity, and the lessons learned from life in the spotlight.
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Addiction, leadership, and the deeper issues that often lie beneath high performance and success.
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Owner & Operating Partner, Wealthy Street Bakery & Hall Street Bakery
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A reflection on presence, stress reduction, and staying grounded in the moment, featuring an excerpt from The Light Switch.
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Creativity, entrepreneurship, and building a career at the intersection of art, music, and business.
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How great Integrators create alignment, accountability, and momentum within organizations.
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Organizational transformation, leadership development, and building high-performing teams with public policy executive Julie Novak.
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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. 28 - Karen Daly, Karen Daly | Executive Director, TWLI; Retired City Manager: “UPLIFTING WOMEN DALY”

Ep. 27 - Br. Antony Julius Milton, Br. Antony Julius Milton, OFM Cap.. Br, Priest & Program Director: “WALKING WITH”

Ep. 26 - Dan Gilmartin, Executive Director & CEO, Michigan Municipal League: “PASSION PROJECT”

Ep. 25 - Geoff Lamden, Founder, Sacred Springs: “LEADERSHIP VIBES”

Ep. 24 - Mariah Walton, City Manager, Eastpointe, MI/Deputy City Manager, Ann Arbor, MI: “HER CEILING IS NOW HER FLOOR”

Ep. 23 - Tim Volkema, President & CEO, Schuil Coffee, Sparrows Coffee & Joven Group: “THE PERCS OF AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP”

Ep. 22 - John E. Abele, Co-Founder & Retired Chairman, Boston Scientific Corporation: “VISION & INNOVATION: Revolutionizing Surgical Procedures”

Ep. 21 - Michael P. Phalen, Retired EVP & President, MedSurg, Boston Scientific Corporation: “THE CULTURE THAT TURNED BSC INTO BSX”

Ep. 20 - Dr. Stephanie Seneff | Senior Research Scientist, MIT.: “ORGANICALLY HERSELF” - Decoding Glyphosate, GMO’s, and the Impact on Metabolic Health

Ep. 19 - Julie Parks & Kristi Haik, PhD:, Education & Workforce Development Leaders, GRCC: “A.I.101: INTRO TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE”

Ep. 18 - Lisa Nichols, Business Coach & Certified EFT Practitioner: “UNLOCKING POTENTIAL” - Tapping for Freedom using E.F.T.

Ep. 17 - Anthony Chaffee, M.D., Neurosurgical Registrar, Nutrition Researcher & The Plant-Free MD: “RAISING THE STEAKS”

Ep. 16 - Carlos Manzano, PhD., Deputy Executive Director, Communications & Public Engagement, NYC Commission on Gender Equity: “NEW YORK STATE OF MIND - THE GLASS CEILING, COMMUNICATION, AND LEADERSHIP BIAS"

Ep. 15 - Tracy Brower, PhD., MM, MCRW, Sociologist, Author & Vice President of Workplace Insights, Steelcase: “HAPPINESS AT WORK”

Ep. 14 - Heidi Frye, Executive Coach, Author & Podcast Hostt: “BE-ING VS. DOING - INSPIRED IN LAKE PLACID, NY"”

Ep. 13 - Heidi Frye, Executive Coach, Authro, and Podcast Host: “WHICH COMMUNICATION STYLE ARE YOU?”

Ep. 12 - Eric Goodman, PhD, Leadership Consultant, Executive Coach & Organizational Development Expert: “LEADERSHIP FROM A NEUROSCIENCE PERSPECTIVE" - Part 2

Ep. 11 - Eric Goodman, PhD, Leadership Consultant, Executive Coach & Organizational Development Expert: “WISE WORDS ABOUT EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE”

Ep. 10 - Heidi Frye, Executtive Coach, Author, and Podcast Host: “USE THIS TECHNIQUE TO KEEP YOUR COOL”

Ep. 9 - Heidi Frye, Executive Coach, Author, and Podcast Host: “LEADERSHIP IS WITHIN REACH”

Ep. 8 - Emily Kieliszewski, Municipal Empowerment Program Powerhouse & Former Miss Michigan: “THE EMOTIONS BEHIND THE MASK” - Part 2

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

Ep. 6 - Therese Marie Smith, Executive Coach: “COACHING EXECS THROUGH ASSIMILATION”

Ep. 5 - Andy Havemeier, Business Owner & Operating Partner, Wealthy Street Bakery & Hall Street Bakery: “ON THE RISE”

Ep. 4 - Heidi Frye, Executive Coach, Author, Podcast Host: “PRESENCE”

Ep. 3 - Gretchen DeVault: Indie Music Maker // Web Strategist & Digital Marketing Leader - “INSPIRED ACTION”

Ep. 2 - Erich Baum, COO and EOS Integrator: “Ex-NICE Guy”

Ep. 1 - Julie Novak, MHSA, Principal: “TRANSITION, GROWTH, AND LEVERAGING LEADERSHIP”

Ep. 0 - Heidi Frye: “Official Kick-off!—INTRODUCTION”

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