Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes

By Leanne Hughes

Leanne on Demand is your unfiltered backstage pass to bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and the messy magic of life beyond the boardroom.

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January 24, 2025 🌴 25. 35 travel hacks to help you hit the tarmac running (Weekend Rewind)
Travelling soon? Prepare well! Listen to this week's episode, where I've gathered together 35 Travel Hacks to Help You Hit the Tarmac Running!

It features was recorded shortly after re-entry post-Covid, but the majority of these hacks stand the test of time (from restocking the mini bar on your morning walk, to the best luggage to cart your stuff around).

Thanks to those of you who contributed to this episode!
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33min
January 23, 2025 🌴 24. Why I travelled to a town nobody visits : The Moo Deng Effect
Omg I've just met an ICON. MOO DENG!!! The baby pygmy hippopotamus who went viral last year.

We travelled all the way to Sriracha just to see her, and believe me, she's even more cuter IRL.

Moo Deng's fame brought about surprising economic benefits, not just for the zoo but for the entire Chonburi region.

Plus, I'll introduce you to Atapon Bendnandi, the 31-year-old zookeeper who masterminded this worldwide sensation.
His story is a remarkable testament to how one person's idea can generate massive positive change.

You'll also be treated to a funny anecdote involving some cheeky monkeys that added unexpected excitement to our visit.

Discover how a simple idea can make a huge difference, and perhaps you'll be inspired to create your own impact.
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9min
January 22, 2025 🌴 23. Anti-ghosting executive orders
Join Leanne in Sriracha, Thailand, as she discusses one of President Donald Trump's executive orders with a focus on the federal hiring process and merit reform.

(Btw, thank you to Megan Bickle for sharing this site with me: https://www.ghostedd.com/)

Leanne emphasises the importance of communication during job applications, drawing from her experiences and highlighting new mandates to decrease hiring times to under 80 days and improve feedback to candidates.

Reflect on how these changes could reduce anxiety for job seekers and consider how private companies might adopt similar practices to foster respect and transparency.
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9min
January 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 Woman by White Town.
Why does it hit so hard? And what does it have to teach us about creativity, unpredictability, and even life? Let’s find out.

Thanks to Joel Birch for sharing your expertise on this episode!

Why You Can’t Miss This Episode
Are you a music fan who loves peeling back the layers of a great song? This is for you.
Do you believe creativity thrives on resourcefulness? White Town’s DIY story will inspire you.
Want to shake up your own routines with a little contrast and unpredictability? This episode might just change how you approach your next project, workshop, or decision.

One Question to Ponder:
What’s a song that’s stuck with you over the years—and why? Chances are, there’s more to it than you think. Let me know—message me on socials or leave a reply!

👉 Don’t forget to hit subscribe to catch tomorrow’s episode.

🎵 P.S. Go listen to Your Woman after this—you’ll hear it differently this time.
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10min
January 20, 2025🌴 21. Building a journaling 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 Stanier (MBS) was releasing a new journaling tool, I knew I had to pick his brain about it.

Michael is the brilliant mind behind The Coaching Habit, and now, he’s created The Do Something That Matters Journal.

I was lucky enough to get my hands on an early copy, and wow—it’s stunning. There’s something magical about holding a beautiful, thoughtfully designed journal. It actually makes you want to write.

In today’s episode, Michael shares his candid experiences with journaling (spoiler alert: he’s struggled too!) and breaks down some practical ways to create a journaling habit that works for you.

Here’s what we cover:
Journaling Styles: The spectrum from free-flowing morning pages to ultra-structured planners—and finding your sweet spot in the middle.
Purposeful Journaling: Balancing self-reflection with action-oriented prompts to avoid the navel-gazing trap.
The Power of Cycles: How incorporating six-week cycles creates fresh starts, keeps things engaging, and prevents burnout.
Michael’s 4 Core Questions: Daily prompts to bring clarity and intention to your day.

Links and Resources:
Grab The Do Something That Matters Journal wherever you buy your journals.
Check out more of Michael's work.

Let’s Connect!
What’s your journaling story? Are you hot and cold like me? Or do you have a routine that’s stuck?
Drop me a note on social media or comment directly on Spotify.
Thanks for tuning in—speak to you tomorrow! 🌴
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11min
January 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 of selective empathy, recognising self-serving bias, and practical reflections on being more mindful in your daily life.
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8min
January 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-decade lens. She challenges the concept of work-life balance and offers a more sustainable framework for aligning career ambitions with personal values.

Kathy reflects on her own career transitions, explores why curiosity matters more than passion, and explains how tuning into yourself is the first step to navigating change. This conversation is packed with practical advice on taking risks, paying attention to your values, and designing a career that evolves with you.

Topics Covered:
The origins and dual meaning of “Sustainable Ambition.”
Why work-life balance is unrealistic and how to focus on resilience instead.
How to navigate career transitions with clarity and purpose.
Tips for recognising when it’s time for a career shift.
Why taking risks isn’t just for the young—and how to make them smart.
Practical tools like Kathy’s 12-month planner for building resilience and alignment.

Links & Resources Mentioned:
Kathy’s Sustainable Ambition website: sustainableambition.com
Books mentioned:
Making Great Choices by Jennifer Riel and Roger Martin
Working Identity by Herminia Ibarra
Kathy’s 12-month workbook and planner: Sustainable Ambition Life + Work Resilience RX

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Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.com

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31min
January 17, 2025 🌴 18. Training has seven meanings and education isn't one of them with Alan Weiss (never released!)
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 measurable outcomes and explore the deeper distinction between teaching skills and fostering intrinsic motivation.

Alan shares his unique perspective on the inefficacies of the training industry, critiques common practices like "one-day resilience sessions," and provides actionable insights on embedding skills and creating accountability post-training.
Leanne reflects on her experiences as a facilitator and discusses the importance of community, competition, and consequences in driving behavioural change.

Highlights include:
Alan’s seven definitions of training, with a surprising twist.
Why motivation is intrinsic and how to align training with self-interest.
Practical ways to create accountability and measure ROI in learning programs.
How healthy competition and community influence learning outcomes.
A candid discussion about the commoditisation of training and how to stand out.

Takeaways:
Training alone doesn’t guarantee results; embedding skills on the job is key.
Focus on creating consequences to drive adoption of new behaviours.
Leverage community and competition as tools to inspire change.

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Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.com

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23min
January 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-scenes brainstorming call I had with Sean Robert Smith to create a fresh and unique speaker reel for my brand in 2025.

Discover practical tips on collecting footage for your own speaker reel and enjoy the playful experimentations led by AI tools like ChatGPT.

Sean is awesome, super talented, and I love my video!

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11min
January 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 create a unique, immersive experience.

In this episode, I share a behind the scenes look at how we’ve structured the event, from the ideation phase to the activities on the night, with a focus on challenging the status quo, setting bold goals, and using sport as a metaphor for growth.

Listen in for a snippet of my brainstorming conversation with Clifford

If you’re curious about how this came together, this episode is for you!
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FAQs about Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes:

How many episodes does Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes have?

The podcast currently has 377 episodes available.