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Join me on Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter as I sit down with the amazing Shedia Asiya Nelson—author, poet, playwright, educator, and youth advocate.

With over 15 books published, Shedia shares how writing became both her personal healing journey and a platform to inspire young voices everywhere. From children’s books that affirm cultural identity to plays that spark tough but needed conversations, her work is reshaping how we th...

“Welcome to Leadership with Darrell W Gunter on WSOU 89.5 FM. Today, I’m joined by an inspiring innovator in educational technology, Caleb Hicks, Founder and CEO of SchoolAI. A former educator turned entrepreneur, Caleb is on a mission to revolutionize how technology serves schools—helping teachers save time and ensuring every student feels seen and supported. From his work at Apple and co-founding Lambda School to now leading Scho...

🎙️ New Episode of Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter 🎙️

In this episode, I’m joined by Sol Rosenberg, Chief Revenue Officer at Underline Science, for an insightful conversation you won’t want to miss. We dive into the critical question: “Why Should You Record Your Conference?” — exploring how event organizers can boost both revenue and reach by rethinking the role of content in today’s hybrid and digital-first world.

From tackling...

🎙️ New Podcast Episode: “Reigniting Purpose in Academic Libraries” with Frank Menchaca 📚 Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter – Where Leadership Begins With You

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with thought leader Frank Menchaca, author of “Start a New Fire: Measuring the Value of Academic Libraries in Undergraduate Learning.”

Frank challenges the status quo—calling for libraries to evolve from passive repositories into act...

🎙️ Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter — Special Guest: Jennifer Baranowski, President of the CODiE Awards

I'm excited to welcome Jennifer Baranowski, President of the CODiE Awards, to Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter. In this episode, we dive into the rich legacy and ongoing impact of the CODiE Awards, which have honored innovation and excellence in software and digital content since 1986.

Jennifer brings decades of insight into t...

In this episode, Darrell W. Gunter interviews Sergiu Simmel, co-author of The Cold War of Cultures and Business Operating Systems. They explore how hidden cultural tensions between monochronic (structured) and polychronic (relational) systems affect team performance, strategy execution, and organizational growth.

Simmel explains why understanding these dynamics is essential for scaling businesses, building trust, and integrating AI...

🌿 New Episode – Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter 🌿

This week on Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter, I’m honored to welcome Ms. Tina Trout, Founder of LaLa Gardens Cooperative and author of Natural Being Framework.

In our inspiring conversation titled "From Soil to Soul," Tina shares how her journey from journalism and marketing led her to become a regenerative storyteller, permaculture educator, and ecological leader.

We explore:...

🎙️ Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter – Episode Title: “No Write Way to Die” with Neal Lipschutz

In this compelling episode, Darrell W. Gunter welcomes Neal Lipschutz, former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of The Wall Street Journal and author of the debut thriller No Write Way to Die.

🔍 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Neal’s transition from journalism to fiction writing

• The real-world ethical questions that inspired the novel

• ...

🎙️ New Episode Alert!

In the latest episode of Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter, I sit down with Kevin Hyde, President and Co-founder of Layer 8 Security, to explore the evolving world of cybersecurity, the realities of CMMC 2.0 compliance, and why the human element is just as critical as the technology.

Kevin shares expert insights on how Layer 8 is helping organizations protect their digital infrastructure by building a cult...

In this episode of Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter, we welcome Josh Black, the dynamic founder and owner of FlatBelly Veg, a fast-growing plant-based restaurant with a mission to nourish both body and soul.

Josh shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey—from his early challenges to launching a wellness-driven food brand that’s building community through clean, flavorful vegan cuisine. Discover how his passion for health, purpo...

In this inspiring episode of Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter, I sit down with Dr. Saliha Nelson, the CEO of Urgent Inc. and Urgent Academy, a trailblazing organization dedicated to youth empowerment, workforce development, and creative entrepreneurship.

With a mission to transform communities through education, innovation, and the arts, Dr. Nelson has spearheaded groundbreaking programs that equip young people with the skills, co...

In this episode of Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter, I sit down with Lord Tim Clement-Jones, a leading voice in AI governance and policy and author of Living with the Algorithm: Servant or Master? AI Governance and Policy for the Future. As former Chair of the House of Lords Select Committee on AI and Co-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on AI, Lord Clement-Jones has been at the forefront of shaping global AI regulations....

"Our guest today is Karen Leies, President & CEO of The Seeing Eye, a renowned philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing the independence, dignity, and self-confidence of blind individuals through the use of expertly trained Seeing Eye® dogs. With a deep passion for service and leadership, Karen has played a pivotal role in advancing the mission of The Seeing Eye, ensuring that those who are blind or visually impaired h...

The Cat Connection is an all-volunteer (with the exception of our two part-time Shelter Directors) 501(c)(3) nonprofit no-kill organization. 

Our Three-Pronged Approach:

The Cat Connection is an all-volunteer (with the exception of our two part-time Shelter Directors) 501(c)(3) nonprofit no-kill organization whose primary mission is to rescue abandoned, abused, unwante...

Ed discusses the Cannabiz Media success story.  Cannabiz Media manages the award-winning Cannabis Market Intelligence Platform that facilitates growth opportunities, reveals financial insights, and safeguards compliance. We are a team of real researchers, developers, marketers, and strategists from across the country. Now celebrating our 10 year anniversary, over a third of the current Cannabiz Media team has been together from the...

Lisa Peskin, CEO, has more than 25 years of experience in sales performance and management. Throughout her career, she has developed an award-winning reputation as a motivational and results-oriented sales professional. After a successful career as Vice President of Sales for Automatic Data Processing (ADP), running a 40 man sales force, Lisa launched her own sales training, consulting and coaching business in 2003. Since then, Lis...

The Pitt Prison Education Project offers credit-bearing courses taught by University of Pittsburgh faculty members to combined classes of traditional university students (Outside students) and non-traditional students (Inside students) held in nearby correctional facilities. Courses are developed and taught by individual instructors following the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program (IO) framework. In collaboration with their home un...

Dr Debbie Joffe Ellis is a licensed psychologist (Australia) and mental health counselor (New York), adjunct professor at Columbia University New York, and is affiliated with several major psychological associations and societies − including being a Member of the Australian Psychological Society, Member of the Association for Psychological Science, and an International Affiliate Member of the American Psychological Association. She...