Episode 104: Jimmy Dykes

In this episode of Linch with Leader, Mike sits down with former college basketball coach and current ESPN & SEC basketball analyst, Jimmy Dykes. Jimmy Dykes first joined ESPN at the start of the 1995-96 men’s college basketball season as a game and studio analyst, and is entering his 20th season with the company, after […]

Episode 103: Scott Pederson

In episode 103 of the “Linch with a Leader” podcast, Mike sits down with his great friend  Scott Pederson.  Scott has spent over 35 years of his career marketing some of the most high-profile events, corporations and celebrities in the world. He has staged a World Series while working with the Kansas City Royals, consulted with […]

Episode 102: Davey Blackburn

On this episode of Linch with a Leader, Mike sits down with author, speaker & podcast host, Davey Blackburn, to talk about his journey.  Davey is the host of the wildly popular podcast, Nothing is Wasted, where he shares not only his journey of grief & hope but also shares the stories of others who […]

Episode 101: Randy Gravitt

>In episode 101, Mike sits down with Randy Gravitt.  Randy is an exceptional leader and has been leading for over 30 years. Through his company InteGreat Leadership, Randy has been coaching and leading organizations and teams to be their very best and be at the top of their game.  Some of his clients have included:  Kroger, […]

Episode 100: Dr. Richard Blackaby

In Episode 100, Mike sits down with one of his biggest influences in the area of Spiritual Leadership, Dr. Richard Blackaby!  Dr.  Blackaby serves as the President of Blackaby Ministries International and has served in that role since 2006.  He has authored or co-authored over 36 books such as:  Spiritual Leadership, Experiencing God,  The Seasons of […]

Episode 99: Molly Fletcher

In episode 99 of the Linch with a Leader Podcast, Mike sits down with leader Molly Fletcher.  Molly is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. From her years as a sports agent with client representation in the sports and entertainment market where she earned the moniker “the female Jerry McGuire” to her work […]

Episode 98: Toni Nieuwhof

In Episode 98 Mike sits down with Toni Nieuwhof to talk about her newest book Before You Split.  Toni Nieuwhof is a family law mediator and former divorce attorney. She is the wife of Carey Nieuwhof, who is an influential leadership author, podcast host, and international speaker. Toni and Carey often speak publicly about their marriage of […]

Episode 97: Darryl Strawberry

In Episode 97 of the Linch with a Leader Podcast, Mike sits down with eight time MLB All-Star and four time World Series Champion Darryl Strawberry to talk about his new book Turn Your Season Around.  Darryl not only shares the stories of his time in the MLB with the Mets, Dodgers, Giants & Yankees […]

Episode 96: Brett Pyle

In Episode 96 of Linch with a Leader Mike sits down with  speaker, coach & author Brett Pyle. Brett enjoyed a 30-year global business career with Andersen Consulting, oil giants Amoco & BP, and Vistage Worldwide — living, leading and learning in over 70 countries on six continents.  Along the journey, he discovered we’re all created […]

Episode 95: Nancy Grace

In Episode 95 of the Linch with a Leader podcast, Mike sits down with Nancy Grace.  An outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television’s most respected legal analysts, Nancy Grace was the powerful force behind CNN Headline News’ (HLN) top-rated Nancy Grace. A former prosecutor with an unparalleled record of success, she has appeared […]