Podcasts

Amy Cerny Vasterling on Returning to Your True Self   What does it really mean to be yourself in a world that rewards conformity and disconnection? In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Amy Cerny Vasterling—a public speaker, author, and intuitive—to discuss her powerful new book and what it means to […]

How to Stop Overthinking and Actually Write Your Book with Azul Terronez   If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book but find yourself stuck in “prep mode,” you’re not alone. In this solo episode of Authors Who Lead, I delve into the real mindset blocks that prevent aspiring authors from taking that crucial first

Turning big ideas into frameworks that scale with Charlotte Crowther   For so many authors, writing a book feels like the pinnacle of their work—the culmination of years of learning, creativity, and leadership. But when the final chapter is written, there’s often a gap. Those powerful ideas don’t always leap from the page into programs,

How Your Unique Story Shapes Your Book and Impact as an Author with Azul Terronez   In today’s world, where knowledge is abundant and AI can churn out answers in seconds, readers crave something deeper—authenticity. On this episode of Authors Who Lead, I share lessons I’ve learned working with authors who want to lead with

Redefining Hustle, Health, and Success with Chris Ducker   When we talk about leadership and entrepreneurship, the conversation often veers toward hustle culture, 80-hour workweeks, and the kind of relentless, sleep-when-you’re-dead mentality that’s glorified on social media. But what’s the real cost? In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I speak with Chris Ducker—entrepreneur, mentor,

Dr. Amy McMichael’s Advice for Busy Professionals   When I think of someone too busy to write a book, Dr. Amy McMichael immediately comes to mind. She juggles her roles as a professor in the Department of Dermatology at Wake Forest School of Medicine, a practicing dermatologist, and a mentor to countless students. She has

Lessons from Dan Andrews   In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Dan Andrews—writer, entrepreneur, and founder of the Dynamite Circle—to explore what it means to write and lead in today’s creative landscape. Our conversation is a goldmine for aspiring authors who feel the pressure to be original, fear starting, or

The Journey of Creating Adventures in Cinder Bottom with Azul & Steve   When the world slowed during the pandemic, Steve Vannoy and I found an unexpected gift in that stillness. We began recording stories from his father, Smokey Vannoy—vivid tales of a bygone West Virginia filled with cinder-bottom towns, red-light districts, and river adventures.

Humanity’s Future with AI with Jeff Burningham   What does it mean to be human in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? This existential question pulses at the heart of episode 358 of the Authors Who Lead podcast, where I sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and now author Jeff Burningham. Our conversation, anchored in

Break Through the Blocks and Start Writing with Azul Terronez   Have you ever felt like you had a book inside you, but just couldn’t get started? 81% of North Americans believe they have a book in them—but only a tiny fraction ever see that dream to completion. In this episode, I explore the real