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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 10-01-26) Michelle Geisen: Leadership, Resilience, and Family Legacy]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>On Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter welcomes Michelle Geisen to discuss her journey from teaching to leading her family’s restaurant business. Michelle shares how she challenged cultural expectations, navigated economic hardship and personal loss, and drew on faith and family support to build confidence and  the family legacy forward.</p>
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<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction and Guest Overview</li><li>(00:01:18) - Growing Up First-Generation Mexican American</li><li>(00:03:48) - Challenging Expectations as the &#039;Black Sheep&#039;</li><li>(00:06:42) - Finding Her Voice and Core Strengths</li><li>(00:09:40) - Break: Teaser for Family Business Story</li><li>(00:10:15) - Return to Leading with Grace, Grit and Greatness</li><li>(00:11:00) - Origins of the Family Business, Tito&#039;s</li><li>(00:12:15) - Working for Dad as a Kid and Leaving the Business</li><li>(00:14:17) - Becoming a Teacher and Returning to the Family Business</li><li>(00:16:40) - Learning Accounting from Her Father</li><li>(00:18:26) - Resilience and Her Father&#039;s Pride in Her</li><li>(00:21:24) - Break: Teaser for Recession and Marriage Story</li><li>(00:22:20) - Return: Introducing the 2008 Recession Challenge</li><li>(00:23:11) - The 2008 Recession and Opening Tito&#039;s La Familia</li><li>(00:25:36) - Switching Leadership Roles with Her Husband</li><li>(00:28:29) - Finding Confidence Through Her Husband&#039;s Support</li><li>(00:31:19) - Taking Over Her Father&#039;s Business Independently</li><li>(00:33:24) - Break: Teaser for Legacy and Family Segment</li><li>(00:33:47) - Return: Where to Find Tito&#039;s</li><li>(00:35:18) - Taking Over the Business on Her Own Terms</li><li>(00:37:34) - Proving Herself Through COVID as CEO</li><li>(00:38:34) - Losing Her Husband and Surrendering to Faith</li><li>(00:40:36) - Preparing the Next Generation and God&#039;s Plan</li><li>(00:42:20) - Advice to Young Women Finding Their Leadership</li><li>(00:44:10) - Legacy and Closing Thoughts</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 09-10-26) Leading Kappa Alpha Psi Through Service and Brotherhood]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:11:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>On <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with Frederic S. Roots II about leading Kappa Alpha Psi’s Western Province. They discuss honorable achievement, brotherhood, mentorship, community service, and preparing the next generation of leaders.</p>
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<ul><li>(00:00:01) - Introduction and Guest Welcome</li><li>(00:01:24) - What It Means to Be Western Province Polemarch</li><li>(00:02:36) - Path to Leadership and Membership Criteria</li><li>(00:05:28) - Geography, Technology, and Goals for the Province</li><li>(00:09:13) - Misconceptions About Fraternities and Body of Work</li><li>(00:11:17) - Break and Show Promo</li><li>(00:11:57) - Return and Segment on Achievement Principle</li><li>(00:13:22) - Meaning of Achievement in Every Field</li><li>(00:14:47) - Educating Undergrads and Learning From Legacy</li><li>(00:17:16) - Legacy Aspirations and Culture Building</li><li>(00:19:17) - Explaining the Divine Nine</li><li>(00:21:17) - Community Service Programs and Partnerships</li><li>(00:24:06) - Regional Initiatives: RUOK Program</li><li>(00:25:20) - Break and Segment Transition to Brotherhood</li><li>(00:25:54) - How to Connect with the Western Province</li><li>(00:27:09) - Nicknames and Handling Criticism</li><li>(00:30:12) - Chapter Leadership Structure Explained</li><li>(00:32:22) - Encouraging Undergraduate Leadership</li><li>(00:35:21) - Defining Brotherhood</li><li>(00:36:47) - Break Before Closing Segment</li><li>(00:37:34) - Return for Final Segment on Legacy</li><li>(00:38:16) - Vision for Legacy and Membership Growth</li><li>(00:40:23) - What Brotherhood Means Today</li><li>(00:43:37) - Closing Thoughts and How to Connect</li><li>(00:44:38) - Final Reflections and Sign Off</li></ul>]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:45</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 09-03-26) Reinvention and Building with Confidence]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:59:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>On <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with Anya Fileva about leaving a corporate career to create Claw and Paw Apparel. They discuss building confidence through small steps, creating an authentic brand, and growing a business while staying true to personal values.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome</li><li>(00:01:21) - Anya&#039;s Journey of Reinvention</li><li>(00:02:58) - Waiting for Readiness vs Taking Action</li><li>(00:05:00) - From Fashion Background to Claw and Paw Apparel</li><li>(00:06:14) - What Claw and Paw Apparel Represents</li><li>(00:07:58) - First Steps from Passion to Business</li><li>(00:11:06) - Commercial Break</li><li>(00:11:31) - Return and Confidence Segment Intro</li><li>(00:12:46) - Redefining Confidence as Trust in Self</li><li>(00:14:23) - Learning to Trust Your Inner Voice</li><li>(00:16:16) - Working Through Fear and Limiting Beliefs</li><li>(00:18:42) - Why Women Struggle with Self-Doubt</li><li>(00:21:03) - Healthy Caution vs Fear in Leadership</li><li>(00:23:15) - Commercial Break</li><li>(00:23:30) - Building an Authentic Brand Identity</li><li>(00:25:57) - Aligning Products and Values with Customers</li><li>(00:28:03) - Delegation and Letting Go of Control</li><li>(00:31:02) - Advice for Other Founders and Delegating Right</li><li>(00:33:17) - Taking Your Own Advice and Avoiding Burnout</li><li>(00:36:00) - Commercial Break</li><li>(00:36:30) - Closing Segment and Website Info</li><li>(00:38:33) - Leadership as Leading Yourself First</li><li>(00:40:04) - Redefining Resilience Through Adjustment</li><li>(00:41:23) - Sustainable Growth Beyond Revenue</li><li>(00:43:38) - Self-Compassion and Personal Mission</li><li>(00:44:51) - Final Advice for Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs</li><li>(00:47:09) - Closing Remarks and Final Website Mention</li></ul>]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:48:52</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 08-27-26) Leadership Across Cultures with Cordell Carter]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:46:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>On <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with Cordell Carter about executive decision-making, cross-border growth between North America and Latin America, and the role of cultural understanding and trust in building lasting partnerships. They also discuss how belonging shapes workplace communication, retention, and performance.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction to Cordell Carter and the Episode Theme</li><li>(00:01:57) - From CEO Seat to Advising Leaders</li><li>(00:04:14) - Cordell&#039;s Career Journey: IBM to Project on Belonging</li><li>(00:08:42) - Assessing Risk Beyond Financials in Market Entry</li><li>(00:10:25) - Creating Honest Debate at the Board Level</li><li>(00:12:02) - Break: Show Branding</li><li>(00:12:46) - Cross-Border Growth: Cultural Assumptions in Latin America</li><li>(00:15:58) - Management Styles: Latin America vs North America</li><li>(00:18:13) - Moving Fast Without Ignoring Cultural Risk</li><li>(00:19:06) - Building Durable Cross-Border Trust</li><li>(00:20:33) - Trust-Building in Practice: Colombia Earthquake Example</li><li>(00:23:29) - Closing Thoughts on Cross-Border Relationships</li><li>(00:24:14) - Break: Show Branding</li><li>(00:24:36) - Defining Belonging in Organizations</li><li>(00:26:08) - The Origin of the Project on Belonging</li><li>(00:27:50) - Cost and Consequences of Lacking Belonging</li><li>(00:30:36) - Psychological Safety and Withholding Honest Feedback</li><li>(00:33:03) - Navigating Team Differences and Feedback Styles</li><li>(00:35:17) - Measuring Whether Belonging Is Real</li><li>(00:36:35) - Break: Show Branding</li><li>(00:37:07) - Introducing Goldeen and ABA Classroom&#039;s Mission</li><li>(00:39:32) - Advocating for Children&#039;s Support Needs</li><li>(00:40:49) - Building Collaborative Care Teams for Families</li><li>(00:42:57) - Community Celebrations and Connection</li><li>(00:43:31) - Supporting Families Through Breakdown and Divorce</li><li>(00:46:05) - Legacy and Closing Remarks</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[On Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with Cordell Carter about executive decision-making, cross-border growth between North America and Latin America, and the role of cultural understanding and trust in building lasting partnerships. They also discuss how belonging shapes workplace communication, retention, and performance.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 08-27-26) Leadership Across Cultures with Cordell Carter]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:48:29</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 07-30-26) Building Leadership Systems That Sustain Growth]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:03:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Host Vikita Poindexter and leadership advisor Chris Meredith discuss leadership beyond titles, decision-making under pressure, systems thinking, mentorship, accountability, and trust. They explore how leaders can build organizational capacity, support healthy transformation, and create lasting impact beyond any single executive.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Host Vikita Poindexter and leadership advisor Chris Meredith discuss leadership beyond titles, decision-making under pressure, systems thinking, mentorship, accountability, and trust. They explore how leaders can build organizational capacity, support healthy transformation, and create lasting impact beyond any single executive.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:49:18</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 07-16-26) Leading Through Tax Pressure]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:29:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/leading-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-07-16-26-leading-through-tax-pressure</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>On <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with CPA Marina Painter about tax planning, compliance, and the business risks of weak financial records. They discuss how year-round planning and a strong advisor relationship can help leaders make clearer decisions and support growth.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome</li><li>(00:01:27) - Understanding Tax Pressure and Proactive Planning</li><li>(00:04:27) - Building an Ongoing CPA Relationship</li><li>(00:07:28) - Warning Signs of Reactive Financial Leadership</li><li>(00:10:22) - Break: Now Media TV Promo</li><li>(00:10:52) - Compliance, Culture, and Leadership Discipline</li><li>(00:12:23) - Clean Financials and Leadership Risk</li><li>(00:15:16) - Trust Building Between Advisors and Clients</li><li>(00:20:00) - How Often to Engage Your CPA</li><li>(00:21:43) - Break: Show Transition</li><li>(00:22:00) - From Tax Preparation to True Strategy</li><li>(00:23:31) - Entity Structure and Real Tax Savings Example</li><li>(00:27:20) - Getting on the Right Financial Course</li><li>(00:29:42) - Avoiding Bad Advice and Knowing Your Situation</li><li>(00:31:19) - Building Your Advisory Team (The Fist)</li><li>(00:33:38) - Break: Now Media TV Promo Again</li><li>(00:34:27) - Financial Clarity and Leadership Confidence</li><li>(00:38:29) - Choosing the Right Strategic Advisor</li><li>(00:41:14) - Moving from Fear to Informed Action</li><li>(00:43:40) - Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Marina</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[On Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with CPA Marina Painter about tax planning, compliance, and the business risks of weak financial records. They discuss how year-round planning and a strong advisor relationship can help leaders make clearer decisions and support growth.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 07-16-26) Leading Through Tax Pressure]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>On <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Vikita Poindexter speaks with CPA Marina Painter about tax planning, compliance, and the business risks of weak financial records. They discuss how year-round planning and a strong advisor relationship can help leaders make clearer decisions and support growth.</p>]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:46:12</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 07-02-26) Water, Community, and Lasting Change]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:23:12 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> welcomes <strong>Victor Griego</strong>, President of WELL, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, water equity, and community impact. Together, they discuss the importance of developing leaders, addressing systemic challenges through education, balancing immediate crises with long-term solutions, and empowering communities to advocate for meaningful change. Victor also shares personal experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy, emphasizing service, relationships, accountability, and building a legacy rooted in equity and compassion.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Host Vikita Poindexter welcomes Victor Griego, President of WELL, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, water equity, and community impact. Together, they discuss the importance of developing leaders, addressing systemic challenges through education, balancing immediate crises with long-term solutions, and empowering communities to advocate for meaningful change. Victor also shares personal experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy, emphasizing service, relationships, accountability, and building a legacy rooted in equity and compassion.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 07-02-26) Water, Community, and Lasting Change]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>Host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> welcomes <strong>Victor Griego</strong>, President of WELL, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, water equity, and community impact. Together, they discuss the importance of developing leaders, addressing systemic challenges through education, balancing immediate crises with long-term solutions, and empowering communities to advocate for meaningful change. Victor also shares personal experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy, emphasizing service, relationships, accountability, and building a legacy rooted in equity and compassion.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Host Vikita Poindexter welcomes Victor Griego, President of WELL, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, water equity, and community impact. Together, they discuss the importance of developing leaders, addressing systemic challenges through education, balancing immediate crises with long-term solutions, and empowering communities to advocate for meaningful change. Victor also shares personal experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy, emphasizing service, relationships, accountability, and building a legacy rooted in equity and compassion.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:47:06</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 06-18-26) Technology, Leadership, and Purpose in a Digital World]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:39:28 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>NowMedia Television Networks</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> sits down with <strong>Juan Guevara, CEO of NOW Media, Emmy-Nominated Technology Expert, and International Technology Journalist</strong>, for a powerful conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, and personal purpose.</p>
<p>Drawing from more than two decades of experience in technology, media, cybersecurity, and business, Juan shares how leaders can use technology as a force for empowerment rather than division. He discusses the impact of social media on society, the importance of clarity and service-driven leadership, and why true success comes from focusing on purpose rather than profit.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Juan Guevara, CEO of NOW Media, Emmy-Nominated Technology Expert, and International Technology Journalist, for a powerful conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, and personal purpose.
Drawing from more than two decades of experience in technology, media, cybersecurity, and business, Juan shares how leaders can use technology as a force for empowerment rather than division. He discusses the impact of social media on society, the importance of clarity and service-driven leadership, and why true success comes from focusing on purpose rather than profit.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 06-18-26) Technology, Leadership, and Purpose in a Digital World]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> sits down with <strong>Juan Guevara, CEO of NOW Media, Emmy-Nominated Technology Expert, and International Technology Journalist</strong>, for a powerful conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, and personal purpose.</p>
<p>Drawing from more than two decades of experience in technology, media, cybersecurity, and business, Juan shares how leaders can use technology as a force for empowerment rather than division. He discusses the impact of social media on society, the importance of clarity and service-driven leadership, and why true success comes from focusing on purpose rather than profit.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Juan Guevara, CEO of NOW Media, Emmy-Nominated Technology Expert, and International Technology Journalist, for a powerful conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, and personal purpose.
Drawing from more than two decades of experience in technology, media, cybersecurity, and business, Juan shares how leaders can use technology as a force for empowerment rather than division. He discusses the impact of social media on society, the importance of clarity and service-driven leadership, and why true success comes from focusing on purpose rather than profit.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:48:11</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 06-11-26) Transforming Waste into Energy with AI]]>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:31:14 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this insightful episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host <strong>Vikitta Poindexter</strong> sits down with <strong>Todd Thomas</strong>, Founder and CEO of <strong>Woodchuck AI</strong>, bestselling author of <em>Hyperscale</em>, and a recognized thought leader in artificial intelligence, sustainability, and energy innovation. Together, they explore how emerging technologies are reshaping industries, driving energy demand, and creating new opportunities for sustainable growth.</p>
<p>Todd shares how Woodchuck AI is revolutionizing waste management by using AI-powered image recognition to divert construction waste from landfills, recover valuable materials, and convert resources into renewable energy. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership in navigating technological change, adopting AI responsibly, and rethinking waste as a source of value rather than a burden.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this insightful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikitta Poindexter sits down with Todd Thomas, Founder and CEO of Woodchuck AI, bestselling author of Hyperscale, and a recognized thought leader in artificial intelligence, sustainability, and energy innovation. Together, they explore how emerging technologies are reshaping industries, driving energy demand, and creating new opportunities for sustainable growth.
Todd shares how Woodchuck AI is revolutionizing waste management by using AI-powered image recognition to divert construction waste from landfills, recover valuable materials, and convert resources into renewable energy. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership in navigating technological change, adopting AI responsibly, and rethinking waste as a source of value rather than a burden.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 06-11-26) Transforming Waste into Energy with AI]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this insightful episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host <strong>Vikitta Poindexter</strong> sits down with <strong>Todd Thomas</strong>, Founder and CEO of <strong>Woodchuck AI</strong>, bestselling author of <em>Hyperscale</em>, and a recognized thought leader in artificial intelligence, sustainability, and energy innovation. Together, they explore how emerging technologies are reshaping industries, driving energy demand, and creating new opportunities for sustainable growth.</p>
<p>Todd shares how Woodchuck AI is revolutionizing waste management by using AI-powered image recognition to divert construction waste from landfills, recover valuable materials, and convert resources into renewable energy. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership in navigating technological change, adopting AI responsibly, and rethinking waste as a source of value rather than a burden.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this insightful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikitta Poindexter sits down with Todd Thomas, Founder and CEO of Woodchuck AI, bestselling author of Hyperscale, and a recognized thought leader in artificial intelligence, sustainability, and energy innovation. Together, they explore how emerging technologies are reshaping industries, driving energy demand, and creating new opportunities for sustainable growth.
Todd shares how Woodchuck AI is revolutionizing waste management by using AI-powered image recognition to divert construction waste from landfills, recover valuable materials, and convert resources into renewable energy. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership in navigating technological change, adopting AI responsibly, and rethinking waste as a source of value rather than a burden.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:46:40</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 06-04-26)The Hidden Cost of Unhealed Leadership: Turning Pain Into Purpose]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:56:08 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <strong>Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness</strong>, host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> explores a critical but often overlooked leadership challenge: the impact of unhealed emotional wounds on leadership effectiveness. While many leaders appear successful, confident, and high-performing on the outside, unresolved pain, burnout, betrayal, rejection, and past trauma can quietly influence how they lead, communicate, and build relationships.</p>
<p>Vikita examines how unhealed brokenness can manifest through reactive communication, lack of empathy, micromanagement, emotional inconsistency, distrust, unresolved anger, and an unhealthy dependence on achievement for self-worth. She also reveals the hidden costs of leading while wounded, including damaged workplace cultures, employee turnover, strained personal relationships, burnout, loneliness, and loss of trust.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Broken Leaders: How to Lead With Grace, Grit and</li><li>(00:06:23) - What Makes a Leader So Difficult?</li><li>(00:08:32) - How to Heal a Broken Leader</li><li>(00:11:20) - Heal Your Soul: The Cost of Leading While Unhealed</li><li>(00:12:55) - What&#039;s the Cost of Being Unhealed?</li><li>(00:18:49) - The Cost of Unhealed Leadership</li><li>(00:23:06) - What is your unhealed pain?</li><li>(00:23:46) - Unhealed Leadership: The Cost of Broken Leadership</li><li>(00:24:51) - What Healing Requirement for Leaders</li><li>(00:27:51) - Healing also requires boundaries</li><li>(00:31:20) - Healing Leaders: The Work of Being Realists</li><li>(00:34:26) - Leading With Grace</li><li>(00:37:39) - Healing Leaders: What becomes possible when leaders heal?</li><li>(00:41:50) - Broken Leaders: How to Get Out of the Dark</li><li>(00:42:27) - Broken Leaders: What They Do</li><li>(00:43:17) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter explores a critical but often overlooked leadership challenge: the impact of unhealed emotional wounds on leadership effectiveness. While many leaders appear successful, confident, and high-performing on the outside, unresolved pain, burnout, betrayal, rejection, and past trauma can quietly influence how they lead, communicate, and build relationships.
Vikita examines how unhealed brokenness can manifest through reactive communication, lack of empathy, micromanagement, emotional inconsistency, distrust, unresolved anger, and an unhealthy dependence on achievement for self-worth. She also reveals the hidden costs of leading while wounded, including damaged workplace cultures, employee turnover, strained personal relationships, burnout, loneliness, and loss of trust.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 06-04-26)The Hidden Cost of Unhealed Leadership: Turning Pain Into Purpose]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <strong>Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness</strong>, host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> explores a critical but often overlooked leadership challenge: the impact of unhealed emotional wounds on leadership effectiveness. While many leaders appear successful, confident, and high-performing on the outside, unresolved pain, burnout, betrayal, rejection, and past trauma can quietly influence how they lead, communicate, and build relationships.</p>
<p>Vikita examines how unhealed brokenness can manifest through reactive communication, lack of empathy, micromanagement, emotional inconsistency, distrust, unresolved anger, and an unhealthy dependence on achievement for self-worth. She also reveals the hidden costs of leading while wounded, including damaged workplace cultures, employee turnover, strained personal relationships, burnout, loneliness, and loss of trust.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter explores a critical but often overlooked leadership challenge: the impact of unhealed emotional wounds on leadership effectiveness. While many leaders appear successful, confident, and high-performing on the outside, unresolved pain, burnout, betrayal, rejection, and past trauma can quietly influence how they lead, communicate, and build relationships.
Vikita examines how unhealed brokenness can manifest through reactive communication, lack of empathy, micromanagement, emotional inconsistency, distrust, unresolved anger, and an unhealthy dependence on achievement for self-worth. She also reveals the hidden costs of leading while wounded, including damaged workplace cultures, employee turnover, strained personal relationships, burnout, loneliness, and loss of trust.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:43:40</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 05-28-26) Leading Through Authenticity: A Conversation with Carlos Martin]]>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 01:16:29 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host <strong>Vikita Pointdexter</strong> welcomes <strong>Carlos Martin</strong>, co-founder of Continuum Leadership and executive coach, for a powerful conversation about personal growth, authentic leadership, and the inner work required to lead others effectively.</p>
<p>Drawing from his own journey as an immigrant who overcame self-doubt and insecurity, Carlos shares how coaching transformed his life and became his calling. Together, Vikita and Carlos explore topics such as imposter syndrome, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, self-awareness, and the stories leaders tell themselves that can either empower or limit their potential.</p>
<p>The discussion dives into the challenges faced by today’s leaders—from building trust and meaningful workplace relationships to balancing performance with humanity in an increasingly fast-paced and technology-driven world. Carlos offers practical insights on coaching, mentorship, personal development, and how leaders can move beyond transactional thinking to create deeper, more authentic connections with their teams.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness</li><li>(00:01:57) - Carlos on Coaching</li><li>(00:06:21) - How to Help a Client Through a Difficult Time</li><li>(00:09:46) - Coach and Mentor: What&#039;s The Difference?</li><li>(00:13:30) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness</li><li>(00:17:20) - How to Coach a Leader&#039;s Change</li><li>(00:21:48) - Boskoe Fitness</li><li>(00:22:00) - Emotional Intelligence as a Coach Topic</li><li>(00:26:06) - What Does the Coach Do To Get refueled?</li><li>(00:29:34) - Coaching With Others: Personal Stories</li><li>(00:32:43) - How to Slow Down Your Leadership</li><li>(00:34:50) - When Do You Need to Reevaluate Your Leadership</li><li>(00:36:58) - Leading With Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</li><li>(00:39:10) - How Do You Get Leaders to Change?</li><li>(00:41:12) - Understanding Fear in the C Suite</li><li>(00:44:00) - What are the 3 most challenging things that you see currently when you</li><li>(00:46:03) - Leadership Evolving: The Uncertainty of AI</li><li>(00:48:59) - Carlos Martin on Leading With Truth</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita Pointdexter welcomes Carlos Martin, co-founder of Continuum Leadership and executive coach, for a powerful conversation about personal growth, authentic leadership, and the inner work required to lead others effectively.
Drawing from his own journey as an immigrant who overcame self-doubt and insecurity, Carlos shares how coaching transformed his life and became his calling. Together, Vikita and Carlos explore topics such as imposter syndrome, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, self-awareness, and the stories leaders tell themselves that can either empower or limit their potential.
The discussion dives into the challenges faced by today’s leaders—from building trust and meaningful workplace relationships to balancing performance with humanity in an increasingly fast-paced and technology-driven world. Carlos offers practical insights on coaching, mentorship, personal development, and how leaders can move beyond transactional thinking to create deeper, more authentic connections with their teams.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 05-28-26) Leading Through Authenticity: A Conversation with Carlos Martin]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host <strong>Vikita Pointdexter</strong> welcomes <strong>Carlos Martin</strong>, co-founder of Continuum Leadership and executive coach, for a powerful conversation about personal growth, authentic leadership, and the inner work required to lead others effectively.</p>
<p>Drawing from his own journey as an immigrant who overcame self-doubt and insecurity, Carlos shares how coaching transformed his life and became his calling. Together, Vikita and Carlos explore topics such as imposter syndrome, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, self-awareness, and the stories leaders tell themselves that can either empower or limit their potential.</p>
<p>The discussion dives into the challenges faced by today’s leaders—from building trust and meaningful workplace relationships to balancing performance with humanity in an increasingly fast-paced and technology-driven world. Carlos offers practical insights on coaching, mentorship, personal development, and how leaders can move beyond transactional thinking to create deeper, more authentic connections with their teams.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita Pointdexter welcomes Carlos Martin, co-founder of Continuum Leadership and executive coach, for a powerful conversation about personal growth, authentic leadership, and the inner work required to lead others effectively.
Drawing from his own journey as an immigrant who overcame self-doubt and insecurity, Carlos shares how coaching transformed his life and became his calling. Together, Vikita and Carlos explore topics such as imposter syndrome, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, self-awareness, and the stories leaders tell themselves that can either empower or limit their potential.
The discussion dives into the challenges faced by today’s leaders—from building trust and meaningful workplace relationships to balancing performance with humanity in an increasingly fast-paced and technology-driven world. Carlos offers practical insights on coaching, mentorship, personal development, and how leaders can move beyond transactional thinking to create deeper, more authentic connections with their teams.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:49:48</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[NowMedia Television Networks]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 05-21-26) Financial Clarity, Profitability & Business Resilience with CPA Harsh Dadha]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:34:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host Vikita explores the real financial challenges business owners face with CPA and business strategist Harsh Dadha. From cash flow and profitability to compliance, leadership, and long-term resilience, this conversation delivers practical insight for entrepreneurs, executives, and growing companies. Learn how financial clarity impacts decision-making, why strong systems build trust, and how resilient leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence and integrity. Featuring expert advice on pricing, business growth, internal controls, leadership discipline, and sustainable success, this episode is essential viewing for anyone serious about building a profitable and lasting business. Stream now on NOW Media TV.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness</li><li>(00:00:29) - Leading With Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</li><li>(00:02:20) - Financial Blind Spots</li><li>(00:03:45) - Revenue is vanity, cash flow is reality</li><li>(00:04:44) - 4 Numbers Business Leaders Need to Know Before Expanding, Scaling</li><li>(00:06:02) - What do you think creates so much financial confusion?</li><li>(00:07:12) - Feeling Overwhelmed by the Numbers?</li><li>(00:09:54) - Return to Leading With Grace, Grit and Great</li><li>(00:11:23) - How to Make a Real Profits</li><li>(00:12:26) - WSJD Live: Business Owners and Pricing</li><li>(00:14:25) - How to manage expenses in a business</li><li>(00:15:41) - How Cash Flow Affects Business Owners&#039; Emotions</li><li>(00:17:10) - Can a Leader Pursue Profit While Protecting Integrity?</li><li>(00:19:43) - Compliance and Internal Controls</li><li>(00:20:27) - In the Audit Environment, Mistakes Are Made</li><li>(00:21:48) - Are small businesses more vulnerable to fraud and financial breakdown?</li><li>(00:24:06) - What Makes a Small Business So Vulnerable?</li><li>(00:26:43) - Systems for Growth</li><li>(00:29:18) - Leading With Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</li><li>(00:30:58) - What Makes Small Business Financial Resiliency?</li><li>(00:32:27) - What Mindset Shifts Are Business Owners Need for Accounting?</li><li>(00:33:36) - What Do Entrepreneurs Need Most to Know About Money and Leadership?</li><li>(00:34:45) - Vikita On Human Centered HR</li><li>(00:36:19) - What Does Leading With Grace and Greatness Mean to You?</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita explores the real financial challenges business owners face with CPA and business strategist Harsh Dadha. From cash flow and profitability to compliance, leadership, and long-term resilience, this conversation delivers practical insight for entrepreneurs, executives, and growing companies. Learn how financial clarity impacts decision-making, why strong systems build trust, and how resilient leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence and integrity. Featuring expert advice on pricing, business growth, internal controls, leadership discipline, and sustainable success, this episode is essential viewing for anyone serious about building a profitable and lasting business. Stream now on NOW Media TV.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 05-21-26) Financial Clarity, Profitability & Business Resilience with CPA Harsh Dadha]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em>, host Vikita explores the real financial challenges business owners face with CPA and business strategist Harsh Dadha. From cash flow and profitability to compliance, leadership, and long-term resilience, this conversation delivers practical insight for entrepreneurs, executives, and growing companies. Learn how financial clarity impacts decision-making, why strong systems build trust, and how resilient leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence and integrity. Featuring expert advice on pricing, business growth, internal controls, leadership discipline, and sustainable success, this episode is essential viewing for anyone serious about building a profitable and lasting business. Stream now on NOW Media TV.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit, and Greatness, host Vikita explores the real financial challenges business owners face with CPA and business strategist Harsh Dadha. From cash flow and profitability to compliance, leadership, and long-term resilience, this conversation delivers practical insight for entrepreneurs, executives, and growing companies. Learn how financial clarity impacts decision-making, why strong systems build trust, and how resilient leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence and integrity. Featuring expert advice on pricing, business growth, internal controls, leadership discipline, and sustainable success, this episode is essential viewing for anyone serious about building a profitable and lasting business. Stream now on NOW Media TV.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:47</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-23-26) Dr. Mike on Healthcare, Leadership & Honest Med Spa]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:11:47 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Leading With Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Nikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Mike, founder of Honest Med Spa, to explore leadership in modern healthcare. From urgent care pressures to building a patient-centered concierge practice, Dr. Mike shares his journey, challenges, and mission to restore trust in medicine.</p>
<p>Discover how empathy, integrity, and listening redefine patient care, plus insights on weight loss, aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and the realities of insurance-driven systems. This episode is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration on leading with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness</li><li>(00:00:44) - How caregiving changed my life</li><li>(00:03:28) - How to care for your skin with no insurance</li><li>(00:05:13) - What Makes a Healthcare Leader?</li><li>(00:08:20) - Urgent Care Is Insurance Driven</li><li>(00:11:41) - Private Practice Confrontation</li><li>(00:16:16) - What do patients need most from a medical provider?</li><li>(00:17:09) - How to grow your business on a part-time basis</li><li>(00:19:06) - How to go from a full-time provider to a part-</li><li>(00:23:05) - How to Get the Most Out of Your Botox</li><li>(00:24:57) - Are You Becoming a Concierge Doctor?</li><li>(00:26:57) - HOLIDAXA MED SPEAK: Esthetics and</li><li>(00:31:53) - Former LA Med Spa Provider opens up in Tennessee</li><li>(00:34:04) - Do All Your Anesthetics Well?</li><li>(00:36:10) - Dr. Mike at Honest Med Spa</li><li>(00:39:19) - Dr. James Dobson on His Personal Growth</li><li>(00:41:46) - What advice would you give aspiring medical professionals?</li><li>(00:43:22) - How to Protect Your Peace and Personal Wellbeing</li><li>(00:44:33) - How Honest Med Spa will leave a legacy</li><li>(00:46:19) - What would you say to hospital CEOs about quality of care?</li><li>(00:49:16) - What Does That Dash Mean For Your Personal Legacy?</li><li>(00:50:23) - Dr. Mike</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Nikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Mike, founder of Honest Med Spa, to explore leadership in modern healthcare. From urgent care pressures to building a patient-centered concierge practice, Dr. Mike shares his journey, challenges, and mission to restore trust in medicine.
Discover how empathy, integrity, and listening redefine patient care, plus insights on weight loss, aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and the realities of insurance-driven systems. This episode is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration on leading with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-23-26) Dr. Mike on Healthcare, Leadership & Honest Med Spa]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Leading With Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em>, host Nikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Mike, founder of Honest Med Spa, to explore leadership in modern healthcare. From urgent care pressures to building a patient-centered concierge practice, Dr. Mike shares his journey, challenges, and mission to restore trust in medicine.</p>
<p>Discover how empathy, integrity, and listening redefine patient care, plus insights on weight loss, aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and the realities of insurance-driven systems. This episode is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration on leading with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.</p>]]>
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Nikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Mike, founder of Honest Med Spa, to explore leadership in modern healthcare. From urgent care pressures to building a patient-centered concierge practice, Dr. Mike shares his journey, challenges, and mission to restore trust in medicine.
Discover how empathy, integrity, and listening redefine patient care, plus insights on weight loss, aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and the realities of insurance-driven systems. This episode is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration on leading with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:51:29</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) Transformational Leadership, School Safety & Community Trus]]>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:16:23 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Discover powerful leadership insights in <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em> (aired 04-16-26) as host Vikita Poindexter sits down with retired Police Chief Joe Paulino. This inspiring episode explores how to lead with integrity, build community trust, and create safer school environments without fear. Learn how mentorship, discipline, and compassionate leadership can transform young lives and reduce violence in schools. Chief Paulino shares real-world strategies on youth engagement, cross-agency partnerships, and human trafficking prevention—offering actionable lessons for leaders, educators, and communities alike.</p>
<p>From rebuilding credibility in law enforcement to empowering the next generation, this conversation dives deep into what it truly means to lead with purpose and humanity. Don’t miss this impactful discussion on leadership, public safety, and legacy.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) as host Vikita Poindexter sits down with retired Police Chief Joe Paulino. This inspiring episode explores how to lead with integrity, build community trust, and create safer school environments without fear. Learn how mentorship, discipline, and compassionate leadership can transform young lives and reduce violence in schools. Chief Paulino shares real-world strategies on youth engagement, cross-agency partnerships, and human trafficking prevention—offering actionable lessons for leaders, educators, and communities alike.
From rebuilding credibility in law enforcement to empowering the next generation, this conversation dives deep into what it truly means to lead with purpose and humanity. Don’t miss this impactful discussion on leadership, public safety, and legacy.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) Transformational Leadership, School Safety & Community Trus]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>Discover powerful leadership insights in <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em> (aired 04-16-26) as host Vikita Poindexter sits down with retired Police Chief Joe Paulino. This inspiring episode explores how to lead with integrity, build community trust, and create safer school environments without fear. Learn how mentorship, discipline, and compassionate leadership can transform young lives and reduce violence in schools. Chief Paulino shares real-world strategies on youth engagement, cross-agency partnerships, and human trafficking prevention—offering actionable lessons for leaders, educators, and communities alike.</p>
<p>From rebuilding credibility in law enforcement to empowering the next generation, this conversation dives deep into what it truly means to lead with purpose and humanity. Don’t miss this impactful discussion on leadership, public safety, and legacy.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) as host Vikita Poindexter sits down with retired Police Chief Joe Paulino. This inspiring episode explores how to lead with integrity, build community trust, and create safer school environments without fear. Learn how mentorship, discipline, and compassionate leadership can transform young lives and reduce violence in schools. Chief Paulino shares real-world strategies on youth engagement, cross-agency partnerships, and human trafficking prevention—offering actionable lessons for leaders, educators, and communities alike.
From rebuilding credibility in law enforcement to empowering the next generation, this conversation dives deep into what it truly means to lead with purpose and humanity. Don’t miss this impactful discussion on leadership, public safety, and legacy.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:30</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-09-26) Leadership, Faith & Mental Strength with Dr. Harold Weber]]>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:53:45 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-04-09-26-leadership-faith-mental-strength-with-dr-haro</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Dive into <a href="../../podcasts/69667">Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness </a><em>(Aired 04-09-26)</em>, a powerful episode of <em>Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em> featuring Dr. Harold Weber—pastor, therapist, and founder of Create Thirst Academy. This inspiring conversation explores real leadership, mental resilience, faith, and the importance of serving others with purpose.</p>
<p>Discover how leaders can stay grounded under pressure, overcome emotional burnout, and lead with authenticity in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Weber shares insights on personal growth, community impact, youth empowerment, and mental health—offering practical wisdom for anyone striving to become their best self.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Dive into Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-09-26), a powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness featuring Dr. Harold Weber—pastor, therapist, and founder of Create Thirst Academy. This inspiring conversation explores real leadership, mental resilience, faith, and the importance of serving others with purpose.
Discover how leaders can stay grounded under pressure, overcome emotional burnout, and lead with authenticity in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Weber shares insights on personal growth, community impact, youth empowerment, and mental health—offering practical wisdom for anyone striving to become their best self.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-09-26) Leadership, Faith & Mental Strength with Dr. Harold Weber]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>Dive into <a href="../../podcasts/69667">Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness </a><em>(Aired 04-09-26)</em>, a powerful episode of <em>Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness</em> featuring Dr. Harold Weber—pastor, therapist, and founder of Create Thirst Academy. This inspiring conversation explores real leadership, mental resilience, faith, and the importance of serving others with purpose.</p>
<p>Discover how leaders can stay grounded under pressure, overcome emotional burnout, and lead with authenticity in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Weber shares insights on personal growth, community impact, youth empowerment, and mental health—offering practical wisdom for anyone striving to become their best self.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Dive into Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-09-26), a powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness featuring Dr. Harold Weber—pastor, therapist, and founder of Create Thirst Academy. This inspiring conversation explores real leadership, mental resilience, faith, and the importance of serving others with purpose.
Discover how leaders can stay grounded under pressure, overcome emotional burnout, and lead with authenticity in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Weber shares insights on personal growth, community impact, youth empowerment, and mental health—offering practical wisdom for anyone striving to become their best self.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:54:08</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-02-26) Building Trust, Leadership & Community Safet]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:18:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-04-02-26-building-trust-leadership-community-safet</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Discover powerful leadership insights in <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness (Aired 04-02-26)</em> featuring Zee McKnight, CEO of District Charter Patrol. This episode dives deep into leadership, security, and community trust—exploring how true protection goes beyond presence and is rooted in purpose, preparation, and people-first leadership.</p>
<p>From overcoming personal adversity to leading high-performing teams, McKnight shares how discipline, empathy, and transparency shape effective leadership in both law enforcement and private security. Learn how trust is earned through consistency, communication, and compassion—not authority.</p>
<p>Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights on leading with integrity, motivating teams, and creating safer communities.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-02-26) featuring Zee McKnight, CEO of District Charter Patrol. This episode dives deep into leadership, security, and community trust—exploring how true protection goes beyond presence and is rooted in purpose, preparation, and people-first leadership.
From overcoming personal adversity to leading high-performing teams, McKnight shares how discipline, empathy, and transparency shape effective leadership in both law enforcement and private security. Learn how trust is earned through consistency, communication, and compassion—not authority.
Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights on leading with integrity, motivating teams, and creating safer communities.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-02-26) Building Trust, Leadership & Community Safet]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>Discover powerful leadership insights in <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness (Aired 04-02-26)</em> featuring Zee McKnight, CEO of District Charter Patrol. This episode dives deep into leadership, security, and community trust—exploring how true protection goes beyond presence and is rooted in purpose, preparation, and people-first leadership.</p>
<p>From overcoming personal adversity to leading high-performing teams, McKnight shares how discipline, empathy, and transparency shape effective leadership in both law enforcement and private security. Learn how trust is earned through consistency, communication, and compassion—not authority.</p>
<p>Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights on leading with integrity, motivating teams, and creating safer communities.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-02-26) featuring Zee McKnight, CEO of District Charter Patrol. This episode dives deep into leadership, security, and community trust—exploring how true protection goes beyond presence and is rooted in purpose, preparation, and people-first leadership.
From overcoming personal adversity to leading high-performing teams, McKnight shares how discipline, empathy, and transparency shape effective leadership in both law enforcement and private security. Learn how trust is earned through consistency, communication, and compassion—not authority.
Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights on leading with integrity, motivating teams, and creating safer communities.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-26-26) Closing the Purpose Gap for High-Achieving Leaders]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:55:12 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-03-26-26-closing-the-purpose-gap-for-high-achieving-leader</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Discover how high-achieving leaders can bridge the gap between external success and internal fulfillment in this powerful episode of <em>Lead with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em> (aired 03-26-26). Host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Robin Owens—author, speaker, and host of the top-ranked podcast <em>Leadership Purpose</em>—to explore the hidden “purpose gap” many professionals face.</p>
<p>Learn how to recognize signs of misalignment, overcome burnout, and make confident, purpose-driven decisions without sacrificing your success. This episode dives deep into leadership growth, identity, self-trust, and strategies to realign your career with who you truly are.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness</li><li>(00:00:48) - Interview</li><li>(00:01:37) - Why is the purpose gap so big for women?</li><li>(00:03:16) - Amy Tan on the Purpose Gap</li><li>(00:05:11) - MSG on the Purpose Gap</li><li>(00:10:10) - What&#039;s the difference between burnout and I&#039;ve outgrown the</li><li>(00:10:50) - Seek Your Purpose: Walking in Your Purpose</li><li>(00:13:14) - Does Your Purpose Shift?</li><li>(00:13:39) - Seeking Your Purpose in Life</li><li>(00:15:29) - How to Stay Aligned in Your Life</li><li>(00:21:20) - A Woman&#039;s Career Crossroads</li><li>(00:22:21) - Decisions Made at Crossroads: Identity first, Strategy later</li><li>(00:25:20) - Dr. Robin Williams on Overthinking and Why It Works</li><li>(00:26:46) - How to Evaluate Risk in a Healthful Way</li><li>(00:27:27) - What Does It Mean to Build Self-Trust?</li><li>(00:28:12) - What is Self-Trust as a Leadership Skill?</li><li>(00:29:33) - How Do We Deal With Perceived Women Leaders?</li><li>(00:32:43) - How do you help women navigate the microwave?</li><li>(00:34:43) - Dr. Randi Owens on Reinvention for Women</li><li>(00:38:32) - Discover the Purpose of Leadership With Dr. Robin Owens</li><li>(00:39:42) - Pivoting: Reset Your Leadership Operating System</li><li>(00:40:04) - What&#039;s the Hidden Cost of Staying in Traditional Roles?</li><li>(00:44:11) - What Does a Graceful Exit Look Like?</li><li>(00:46:05) - The Purpose Maker</li><li>(00:47:00) - Seeking Your Purpose Maker</li><li>(00:48:49) - Where Can People Find Dr. Robin Lowe?</li><li>(00:49:19) - Legacy of Joel Olsteen</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Discover how high-achieving leaders can bridge the gap between external success and internal fulfillment in this powerful episode of Lead with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-26-26). Host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Robin Owens—author, speaker, and host of the top-ranked podcast Leadership Purpose—to explore the hidden “purpose gap” many professionals face.
Learn how to recognize signs of misalignment, overcome burnout, and make confident, purpose-driven decisions without sacrificing your success. This episode dives deep into leadership growth, identity, self-trust, and strategies to realign your career with who you truly are.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>Discover how high-achieving leaders can bridge the gap between external success and internal fulfillment in this powerful episode of <em>Lead with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em> (aired 03-26-26). Host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Robin Owens—author, speaker, and host of the top-ranked podcast <em>Leadership Purpose</em>—to explore the hidden “purpose gap” many professionals face.</p>
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Learn how to recognize signs of misalignment, overcome burnout, and make confident, purpose-driven decisions without sacrificing your success. This episode dives deep into leadership growth, identity, self-trust, and strategies to realign your career with who you truly are.]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</em> (aired March 19, 2026), host Nikita Poindexter sits down with civic leader, educator, media professional, and nonprofit founder <strong>Chida Rebecca Warren</strong> for a powerful conversation on faith-driven leadership, public service, purpose, and resilience. From serving in San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s administration to empowering underserved youth and teaching the next generation, Chida shares how grace, grit, and spiritual grounding shape her leadership journey. This episode explores boards and commissions, civic engagement, entrepreneurship, women in leadership, personal growth, and leading with courage in challenging </p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired March 19, 2026), host Nikita Poindexter sits down with civic leader, educator, media professional, and nonprofit founder Chida Rebecca Warren for a powerful conversation on faith-driven leadership, public service, purpose, and resilience. From serving in San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s administration to empowering underserved youth and teaching the next generation, Chida shares how grace, grit, and spiritual grounding shape her leadership journey. This episode explores boards and commissions, civic engagement, entrepreneurship, women in leadership, personal growth, and leading with courage in challenging ]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-12-26)Erica Butler on Leadership, Accountability & Human-Centered Leadership]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>What does it truly mean to Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness? In this powerful episode of <strong>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</strong>, host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> sits down with <strong>Erica Butler</strong>, CEO of <strong>Go HIHR International</strong>, to explore the realities of modern leadership.</p>
<p>From navigating difficult conversations to balancing <strong>accountability with empathy</strong>, Erica shares insights from her Fortune 500 HR experience and leadership coaching. Together, they discuss how leaders can maintain integrity under pressure, build strong workplace cultures, and support teams through change, conflict, and uncertainty.</p>
<p>This conversation also highlights the importance of <strong>vulnerability, resilience, and self-grace</strong>, especially for high-performing leaders facing the challenges of today’s workplace. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical wisdom on leading with authenticity and purpose.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What does it truly mean to Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness? In this powerful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Erica Butler, CEO of Go HIHR International, to explore the realities of modern leadership.
From navigating difficult conversations to balancing accountability with empathy, Erica shares insights from her Fortune 500 HR experience and leadership coaching. Together, they discuss how leaders can maintain integrity under pressure, build strong workplace cultures, and support teams through change, conflict, and uncertainty.
This conversation also highlights the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and self-grace, especially for high-performing leaders facing the challenges of today’s workplace. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical wisdom on leading with authenticity and purpose.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-12-26)Erica Butler on Leadership, Accountability & Human-Centered Leadership]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>What does it truly mean to Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness? In this powerful episode of <strong>Leading with Grace, Grit &amp; Greatness</strong>, host <strong>Vikita Poindexter</strong> sits down with <strong>Erica Butler</strong>, CEO of <strong>Go HIHR International</strong>, to explore the realities of modern leadership.</p>
<p>From navigating difficult conversations to balancing <strong>accountability with empathy</strong>, Erica shares insights from her Fortune 500 HR experience and leadership coaching. Together, they discuss how leaders can maintain integrity under pressure, build strong workplace cultures, and support teams through change, conflict, and uncertainty.</p>
<p>This conversation also highlights the importance of <strong>vulnerability, resilience, and self-grace</strong>, especially for high-performing leaders facing the challenges of today’s workplace. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical wisdom on leading with authenticity and purpose.</p>]]>
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From navigating difficult conversations to balancing accountability with empathy, Erica shares insights from her Fortune 500 HR experience and leadership coaching. Together, they discuss how leaders can maintain integrity under pressure, build strong workplace cultures, and support teams through change, conflict, and uncertainty.
This conversation also highlights the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and self-grace, especially for high-performing leaders facing the challenges of today’s workplace. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical wisdom on leading with authenticity and purpose.]]>
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