Episodes

Jan. 21, 2025

🌴 22. The song that keeps me hooked after 30 years feat. Joel Birch

What does a DIY music masterpiece, a haunting trumpet sample from the 1930s, and a bassline that practically argues with the melody have in common? They all come together in one of the most surprising songs ever written: Your...

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Jan. 20, 2025

🌴 21. Building a journalling habit feat. Michael Bungay Stanier

If you're like me, you probably love the idea of journaling but struggle to keep it consistent. Some days I’m on fire, scribbling away, and others... well, my notebook collects dust. So when I heard my friend Michael Bungay S...

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Jan. 19, 2025

🌴 20. Bl**dy tourists!

Join me as I reflect on my experiences as a tourist in Krabi, Thailand. I examine the irony and self-serving bias we often exhibit when criticising others for behaviours we display ourselves. What you will learn: the impact o...

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Jan. 18, 2025

🌴 19. Driving Sustainable Ambition with Kathy Oneto (Weekend Rewind)

In this episode, Leanne Hughes chats with Kathy Oneto, branding expert and host of the Sustainable Ambition podcast. Kathy shares her philosophy of crafting fulfilling work while living a meaningful life, using a decade-to-de...

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Jan. 17, 2025

🌴 18.  Training has seven meanings and education isn't one of them wi…

In this previously unreleased episode of Talk the Walk, Leanne Hughes and Alan Weiss dive into the provocative topic of training versus education. They unpack why the training industry often falls short of delivering measurab...

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Jan. 16, 2025

🌴 17. Ideating my speaker reel video feat. Sean Smith

When I was thinking about creating my 2025 speaker video reel, I really didn't want to create a video that looked like every other speaker. So, here's the ideation process! Get behind the scenes and listen to a behind-the-sce...

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Jan. 15, 2025

🌴 16. BTS of Corporate Box Coaching feat. Clifford Morgan

I’m sharing an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at an exciting new initiative I’m co-creating with Clifford Morgan : Corporate Box Coaching . Together, we’re blending coaching insights with the energy of live football to crea...

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Jan. 14, 2025

🌴 15. Scams

Join me as I podcast from Bangkok as I talk all things SCAMS. (Not just Bangkok scams... societal scams!0 🎧 Listen now for a mix of curiosity, fun, and a few challenges to conventional thinking! 💡 Think about it: What’s one e...

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Jan. 13, 2025

🌴 14.  Less in theory, more in practice

How can 'lesser goals' actually be more challenging and beneficial in the long run? In this one, I share my experiences, including planning an adventurous trip to Egypt in 2025 and my journey from running a marathon to now fo...

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Jan. 12, 2025

🌴 13. Bangkok diaries: 10-12 reasons I can’t stay away

Today I'm in Bangkok, Thailand. I’ve been visiting this vibrant city since 2008, and I’m here to share why it’s one of my favourite places in the world. Whether it’s your first visit or your 15th (like me!), Bangkok has somet...

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Jan. 11, 2025

🌴 12. Swagger 101: How to be unapologetically you with Leslie Ehm (We…

Today’s episode features the incredible Leslie Ehm, the self-proclaimed Queen of Swagger. Leslie is on a mission to help you unleash your authentic self and turn it into a superpower in work and life. 💬 What You’ll Learn in T...

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Jan. 10, 2025

🌴 11. Wow any room with stories that stick with Alan Weiss (Weekend r…

This episode is a Weekend Rewind—but not a far rewind. Just a few days ago, I joined forces with Alan Weiss on our Talk the Walk livestream. The topic? How to Tell Stories That Stick. Here’s what you’ll learn (and why you’ll ...

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Jan. 9, 2025

🌴 10. How to produce daily podcasts (the tech stack)

Thanks for your question, Andy Storch! Andy asked me how what's the strategy + process behind recording these daily episodes. I reveal my tech stack, including tools like Descript and Hello Audio , which help streamline the p...

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Jan. 8, 2025

🌴 9. Stop walking around the block to get next door feat. Steph Clarke

Today, we unpack the curious habit we all share: creating our own overwhelm . From decision-making dramas to overcomplicating simple tasks, it’s something we’re all guilty of—yes, even you! Through relatable stories (includin...

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Jan. 7, 2025

🌴 8. The two-ticket connection strategy

Today, I want to share an insightful idea that stuck with me from a Christmas lunch in 2023, hosted by my friend Kate Peardon . At this gathering, I chatted with Nicole Dyson , an inspiring figure in education and innovation....

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Jan. 6, 2025

🌴 7. No one cares: Walk + Talk with Julian Mather

I've just returned home from a splendid walk and talk with Julian Mather, and I wanted to share our conversation with you on the podcast. You’ll get to hear about our reflections while walking over two beautiful bridges in Br...

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Jan. 5, 2025

🌴 6. Your not-to-do-list.mp3

In this episode, Leanne Hughes dives into the concept of a 'not-to-do list,' an activity inspired by Tim Ferris that helps outline tasks and commitments you want to avoid in the future. Leanne walks you through setting up thi...

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Jan. 4, 2025

🌴 5. Becoming Indistractable with Nir Eyal (Rewind Weekend)

Leanne Hughes welcomes Nir Eyal , author of 'Indistractible,' to discuss his journey and the importance of mastering focus in our distraction-filled world. Nir shares his career trajectory, from founding tech companies to exp...

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Jan. 3, 2025

🌴 4. Making 2025 fantastic with Alan Weiss (Weekend Rewind)

Leanne Hughes catches up with Alan Weiss to discuss strategies for making 2025 an exceptional year. Alan shares his wisdom on building self-esteem, leveraging globalisation, and the importance of focusing on cash flow. You'll...

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Jan. 2, 2025

🌴 3. One weird health tip Leanne swears by (and why you should, too!)

Okay, here I am unveiling a very unconventional yet life-changing health tip that has sparked a lot of curiosity and debate. With a full night's rest under my belt, I'm ready to share what I've changed in my sleep routine and...

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Jan. 1, 2025

2. Declutter your 2025

In this episode, Leanne Hughes discusses effective ways to plan ambitiously for 2025 by starting the year on a light note. Inspired by Jesse Itzler's approach, she emphasises the importance of physical and mental decluttering...

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Dec. 31, 2024

1. What's your misogi?

Leanne Hughes kicks off her daily podcast series, committing to 365 episodes in 2025. In the inaugural episode, she expresses gratitude to listeners and invites them to share their thoughts and questions. Inspired by the conc...

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Dec. 29, 2024

0.5 How I selected this podcast name (and moved off the Hesitation St…

Leanne Hughes takes you through her thought process on selecting a name for her upcoming podcast, set for release in 2025. You'll hear about her initial hesitation and how she gathered opinions through social media polls, wei...

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Dec. 8, 2024

0. The start of something daunting

In this first-ever episode, I’m walking along the Gold Coast, soaking in the waves and sunshine, and hitting record to share a raw, unfiltered idea that’s both thrilling and daunting: a daily podcast. Here’s what’s in this ep...

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