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Podcast · 21 episodes

Leadership Next

by Fortune · English

Something big is happening in the world of business. CEOs increasingly say their jobs have become less about giving orders, more about inspiring, motivating, setting a north star. They are taking the lead on big issues like climate change, worker retraining, and diversity and inclusion. They are under pressure from employees, customers and investors not just to turn a profit, but to prove they are doing good in the world. And in the process, they are fundamentally redefining the relationship between business and society. Join Fortune Executive Editorial Director Diane Brady and Editorial Director Kristin Stoller as they engage global leaders on the insights, experiences and issues you need to know.

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2025 Recap: CEOs discuss embracing AI, tracking wellness, and marketing for Gen Z | Leadership NextIn this episode, Diane and Kristin recap the year's defining themes from interviews with prominent CEOs.30 Dec 2025 · 16 min · 7 chapters
Expedia’s CEO on the U.S. tourism slowdown, AI, and 2026 travel predictions | Leadership NextExpedia’s CEO on the U.S. tourism slowdown, AI, and 2026 travel predictions23 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Ad legend Dani Richa on AI, risk taking, and how advertising has changedis a podcast exploring the evolving roles of CEOs and business leaders in an age where they are called to inspire change regarding societal issues such as climate change, diversity, and inclusion.17 Dec 2025 · 35 min
Why Circle’s CEO Says Stablecoin Regulation Is Essential | Leadership NextThe podcast discusses the changing landscape of business leadership, specifically focusing on the role of CEOs in addressing societal issues such as climate change, worker retraining, and diversity.9 Dec 2025 · 35 min
Why entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian is doubling down on women’s sports | Leadership NextA podcast discussing the evolving roles of CEOs in addressing societal issues while redefining the relationship between business and society. Hosted by Diane Brady and Kristin Stoller.2 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Why the Company Built on the Mouse Is Going All-In on Gaming | Leadership NextDiane Brady and Kristin Stoller25 Nov 2025 · 29 min
How CEO Zak Brown Turned Around McLaren Racing | Leadership NextZak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing18 Nov 2025 · 34 min
JLL CEO Christian Ulbrich on Smart Buildings, AI and Global Housing Challenges | Leadership NextJLL CEO Christian Ulbrich on Smart Buildings, AI and Global Housing Challenges11 Nov 2025 · 39 min
Kecia Steelman on ULTA’s Global Expansion and Her Dream Collab | Leadership NextKecia Steelman on ULTA’s Global Expansion and Her Dream Collab4 Nov 2025 · 33 min
Brené Brown on Leadership During Times of UncertaintyThe episode features Brené Brown, a renowned author and researcher, discussing the evolving nature of leadership in the context of uncertainty, political turmoil, and fear.28 Oct 2025 · 31 min
Wendell Weeks on Risk, Resilience & Reinvention at CorningIn this episode of *Leadership Next*, hosts Diane Brady and Kristin Stoller speak with Wendell Weeks, Chairman and CEO of Corning Incorporated.21 Oct 2025 · 35 min
Eric Glyman on Ramp’s Rocket Growth, AI-Powered Finance, and Redefining Corporate FinanceEric Glyman on Ramp’s Rocket Growth, AI-Powered Finance, and Redefining Corporate Finance14 Oct 2025 · 33 min
How Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert Leads with PurposeHow Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert Leads with Purpose7 Oct 2025 · 33 min
Lyft CEO David Risher on comebacks, customer obsession and moonlighting as a Lyft driverLeadership Next examines how CEOs are redefining business responsibilities, focusing on issues like climate change, diversity, and more.30 Sep 2025 · 35 min
Breaking Ground and Glass Ceilings: Sheryl Palmer’s Mission to Humanize HomebuildingSheryl Palmer (Taylor Morrison CEO) discusses humanizing homebuilding, the affordability crisis, and how regulation and policy affect housing costs; she also shares leadership lessons from crisis…23 Sep 2025 · 33 min · 15 chapters
From Meme Stocks to Financial Futures: Vlad Tenev’s Vision for RobinhoodRobinhood CEO Vlad Tenev discusses how Robinhood evolved from a low-cost, mobile trading app into a broader consumer financial services company, what it learned from the January 2021 GameStop trading…26 Aug 2025 · 54 min · 23 chapters
Inside WM’s Plan to Automate the Future of TrashWM’s strategy to automate waste collection and recycling while positioning the company as a sustainability business; how profitability, safety, and environmental goals align.5 Aug 2025 · 57 min · 21 chapters
Running Through the Boom: How Brooks Is Winning Over Generation WellBrooks Running’s “generation well” strategy—why running is starting earlier (especially Gen Z), how Brooks keeps a performance-run focus while expanding into lifestyle/athleisure, and how the company…29 Jul 2025 · 54 min · 25 chapters
Gillian Zucker's Blueprint for Modern Sports EntertainmentLA Clippers COO Gillian Zucker explains how Intuit Dome is built like “hardware + software” to create a frictionless, data-driven fan experience, using the Halo scoreboard, “The Wall” supporter…22 Jul 2025 · 45 min · 25 chapters
The Yahoo Comeback: Jim Lanzone on Reviving a Tech IconJim Lanzone, new CEO of Yahoo (since Sept 2021 under Apollo), discusses reviving the legacy internet brand by refocusing on its “trusted guide” mission, fixing core products, and integrating AI while…15 Jul 2025 · 56 min · 22 chapters
The Machine Learns Medicine: Daphne Koller’s Vision for AI in BiotechDaphne Koller (InCitro) argues AI’s biggest impact is in drug discovery and healthcare, via a “human + machine” partnership.8 Jul 2025 · 55 min · 23 chapters