The Inspired Culture Castos https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com The Inspired Culture, hosted by Eric Himes, brings ethics, principles, and strategic thinking to the forefront of business. Each episode features leaders and entrepreneurs who offer actionable roadmaps to help you get inspired, stay grounded, and grow profitably. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:01:55 +0000 en © 2025 https://episodes.castos.com/6754362e2c0834-61544207/images/podcast/covers/c1a-oqn43-1prrx6q1s81-fib68n.jpg The Inspired Culture https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com The Inspired Culture, hosted by Eric Himes, brings ethics, principles, and strategic thinking to the forefront of business. Each episode features leaders and entrepreneurs who offer actionable roadmaps to help you get inspired, stay grounded, and grow profitably. Juan D Guevara Torres episodic The Inspired Culture, hosted by Eric Himes, brings ethics, principles, and strategic thinking to the forefront of business. Each episode features leaders and entrepreneurs who offer actionable roadmaps to help you get inspired, stay grounded, and grow profitably. Juan D Guevara Torres juan@nowmedia.tv false https://feeds.castos.com/w803k yes <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (11-23-25): Jose Pereira on Faith, Hope & Unbreakable Leadership After Captivity]]> Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:01:55 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2297809 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-11-23-25-jose-pereira-on-faith-hope-unbreakable-leadership-after-captivit In this episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Jose Pereira, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and one of the CITGO Six, to discuss resilience, faith, and leadership shaped through extreme adversity.

After surviving 1,775 days as an international hostage, Jose shares how trauma can break identity and how purpose, spiritual surrender, and disciplined routines can rebuild it.

]]> false In this episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Jose Pereira, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and one of the CITGO Six, to discuss resilience, faith, and leadership shaped through extreme adversity.

After surviving 1,775 days as an international hostage, Jose shares how trauma can break identity and how purpose, spiritual surrender, and disciplined routines can rebuild it.

]]> 00:55:24 <![CDATA[THE INSPIRED CULTURE 10-01-25 | How to Build Belonging and Authentic Leadership with Risha Grant]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 01:43:23 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2169078 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-10-01-25-how-to-build-belonging-and-authentic-leadership-with-risha-grant In this powerful episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Risha Grant, renowned diversity and inclusion expert, to explore what it really takes to create a culture of authenticity, belonging, and human connection in today’s workplace.

Risha shares candid insights about overcoming fear, unlearning biases, and leading with empathy. Together, they discuss why diversity isn’t just about representation—it’s about creating environments where everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

From breaking old habits to building trust through vulnerability, this episode reveals how authenticity transforms organizations from the inside out. If you’re a leader, HR professional, or changemaker seeking to elevate your workplace culture, this conversation will inspire you to take action.

]]> false In this powerful episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Risha Grant, renowned diversity and inclusion expert, to explore what it really takes to create a culture of authenticity, belonging, and human connection in today’s workplace.

Risha shares candid insights about overcoming fear, unlearning biases, and leading with empathy. Together, they discuss why diversity isn’t just about representation—it’s about creating environments where everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

From breaking old habits to building trust through vulnerability, this episode reveals how authenticity transforms organizations from the inside out. If you’re a leader, HR professional, or changemaker seeking to elevate your workplace culture, this conversation will inspire you to take action.

]]> 00:47:59 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 10-01-2025) — Beyond the Mask: Risha Grant on Belonging and Authenticity at Work]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:13:31 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2167476 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-10-01-2025-beyond-the-mask-risha-grant-on-belonging-and-authenticity Through her company and her acclaimed book Be Better Than Your BS — featured in Forbes, Vogue, Fast Company, and Harvard Business Review — Risha has helped organizations like Google, Procter & Gamble, YouTube, and T-Mobile redefine inclusion from the inside out.

]]> false Through her company and her acclaimed book Be Better Than Your BS — featured in Forbes, Vogue, Fast Company, and Harvard Business Review — Risha has helped organizations like Google, Procter & Gamble, YouTube, and T-Mobile redefine inclusion from the inside out.

]]> 00:47:59 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 10-01-2025): Leading with Love, Truth, and Courage — How Faith Shapes Real Leadership]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:12:19 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2166739 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-10-01-2025-leading-with-love-truth-and-courage-how-faith-shapes-re In this inspiring episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Chris Ndo, a faith-based leader, attorney, and organizational strategist, to explore how love, truth, and courage redefine modern leadership.

Chris shares how faith, integrity, and accountability can transform leadership from a position of authority into a calling of service. Together, they dive deep into how embracing vulnerability and compassion helps leaders create stronger, values-driven cultures where people thrive with purpose.

Discover why the most effective leaders are those who lead with authenticity—anchored in spiritual wisdom and emotional balance. This episode challenges the traditional view of power and offers a new perspective on how faith and purpose can guide decision-making in every area of life.

]]> false In this inspiring episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Chris Ndo, a faith-based leader, attorney, and organizational strategist, to explore how love, truth, and courage redefine modern leadership.

Chris shares how faith, integrity, and accountability can transform leadership from a position of authority into a calling of service. Together, they dive deep into how embracing vulnerability and compassion helps leaders create stronger, values-driven cultures where people thrive with purpose.

Discover why the most effective leaders are those who lead with authenticity—anchored in spiritual wisdom and emotional balance. This episode challenges the traditional view of power and offers a new perspective on how faith and purpose can guide decision-making in every area of life.

]]> 00:45:46 <![CDATA[The Inspire Culture (Aired 09-19-2025): Redefining Success — How Faith, Humility, and Purpose Transform Modern Leadership]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:34:16 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2166699 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspire-culture-aired-09-19-2025-redefining-success-how-faith-humility-and-purpose-transf In this uplifting episode of The Inspire Culture, host Darrell Hymes dives deep into what it truly means to lead with faith, humility, and purpose in today’s fast-paced world. Joined by visionary leaders and spiritual thinkers, the conversation explores how authentic leadership emerges when we align our values with divine wisdom.

Discover how embracing vulnerability, forgiveness, and trust can transform not only your career but your entire life. Learn powerful insights about the laws of love, the importance of emotional awareness, and how surrendering control can unlock clarity, creativity, and long-term success.

Perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and change-makers seeking to integrate spirituality with strategy, this episode will inspire you to cultivate inner peace, lead with compassion, and create a culture rooted in authenticity and growth.

]]> false In this uplifting episode of The Inspire Culture, host Darrell Hymes dives deep into what it truly means to lead with faith, humility, and purpose in today’s fast-paced world. Joined by visionary leaders and spiritual thinkers, the conversation explores how authentic leadership emerges when we align our values with divine wisdom.

Discover how embracing vulnerability, forgiveness, and trust can transform not only your career but your entire life. Learn powerful insights about the laws of love, the importance of emotional awareness, and how surrendering control can unlock clarity, creativity, and long-term success.

Perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and change-makers seeking to integrate spirituality with strategy, this episode will inspire you to cultivate inner peace, lead with compassion, and create a culture rooted in authenticity and growth.

]]> 01:10:50 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 09-12-2025) | How to Balance Family, Leadership, and Business Success with Darrell Steed]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:28:11 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2166686 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-09-12-2025-como-equilibrar-familia-liderazgo-y-exito-empresarial-con In this episode, The Inspired Culture host Eric Himes explores the mindset shifts that elevate leadership, strengthen wellness, and improve human performance. Through real stories and practical insights, the conversation highlights how emotional awareness, daily habits, and intentional decision-making shape long-term success in both professional and personal life.

]]> false In this episode, The Inspired Culture host Eric Himes explores the mindset shifts that elevate leadership, strengthen wellness, and improve human performance. Through real stories and practical insights, the conversation highlights how emotional awareness, daily habits, and intentional decision-making shape long-term success in both professional and personal life.

]]> 01:00:22 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 10-12-2025): Leading with Faith, Accountability, and Vulnerability in Times of Crisis]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 01:43:24 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2164464 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-10-12-2025-leading-with-faith-accountability-and-vulnerability-in-ti In this episode of The Inspired Culture, discover how true leadership is tested and transformed in times of crisis. Join host Eric Himes and his guests as they explore the powerful intersection of faith, accountability, and vulnerability in guiding teams through uncertainty. Learn how great leaders embrace difficult moments, own their decisions, and cultivate trust even when the path forward is unclear.

Through real conversations and authentic experiences, this episode reveals why humility and honesty are not weaknesses but strengths that inspire resilience and growth. Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, or community leader, you’ll gain practical insights on staying grounded, navigating change with grace, and leading with integrity.

]]> false In this episode of The Inspired Culture, discover how true leadership is tested and transformed in times of crisis. Join host Eric Himes and his guests as they explore the powerful intersection of faith, accountability, and vulnerability in guiding teams through uncertainty. Learn how great leaders embrace difficult moments, own their decisions, and cultivate trust even when the path forward is unclear.

Through real conversations and authentic experiences, this episode reveals why humility and honesty are not weaknesses but strengths that inspire resilience and growth. Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, or community leader, you’ll gain practical insights on staying grounded, navigating change with grace, and leading with integrity.

]]> 00:45:46 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 09-20-25) Mark Hattas on Authentic Leadership, Resilience and Awakening]]> Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2147126 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-09-20-25-mark-hattas-on-authentic-leadership-resilience-and-awakening Discover how bestselling author Mark Hattas helps leaders move from fear to purpose. Learn resilience, authentic leadership, and strategies to inspire thriving teams today.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Welcome to the Inspired Culture
  • (00:00:30) - Mark Cuban on His Early Leadership Journey
  • (00:06:12) - Forgiveness of Past Mistakes
  • (00:13:27) - Forgiving Someone: Let Go of Anger
  • (00:18:11) - The Inspired Culture
  • (00:19:21) - Leading Teams: Harder than Ever
  • (00:26:02) - Are You a Real Leader?
  • (00:30:27) - The 10 Elements of Wellbeing
  • (00:32:06) - The Inspired Culture: Lessons from The Beatitudes
  • (00:36:30) - Mark 10: The Search for Truth
  • (00:41:15) - How to Write a Story
  • (00:44:55) - How I Learned to Write the Lowly Prophet
  • (00:50:38) - The Good soil of Christ
  • (00:56:03) - Mark McKinley: Awakening Your Optimal Workforce
  • (00:58:54) - Leaders: Freedom from Fear
  • (01:06:10) - Where can people find Mark Harris?
  • (01:06:48) - Mark Burnett on Faith in the Workplace
  • (01:09:48) - A Few Words for Mark Twain
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]]> 01:10:50 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture Paul (Aired 07-13-25) From Pain to Purpose: Faith and Healing]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2095087 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-paul-aired-07-13-25-from-painw37 Paul Peters shares his journey from trauma to triumph through faith, surrender, and purpose. Find hope and inspiration on The Inspired Culture with Eric Hymes.

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]]> 00:55:58 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 07-06-25) From Burnout to Belonging: Kevin Riddens on Leading with Heart]]> Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2096228 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-07-06-25-from-burnout-tvgq Tired of leading alone? Kevin Riddens shares how connection, humility, and trust revive teams, prevent burnout, and build a culture where leaders—and people—truly thrive. Only on Inspired Culture.

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]]> 00:55:21 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 06-29-25) From Pain to Purpose: Jonathan Wells on Habits]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2085012 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-06-29-25-from-pain-to-paqn Jonathan Wells shares how small habits, self-belief, and faith turned pain into purpose—from surgery setbacks to six-figure wins. Get inspired to lead with authenticity.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Jonathan Wells
  • (00:01:24) - How Did You Build Confidence In The Acting Industry?
  • (00:04:08) - How to Be Confident in God's Will
  • (00:06:41) - How to Overcome Self-Doubt
  • (00:12:06) - Confidence and Purpose for Athletes
  • (00:16:04) - How to Connect With Your Community on Social Media
  • (00:16:51) - How Pain Can Push You to Grow
  • (00:22:47) - How to Grow Through Pain
  • (00:28:15) - Jonathan Wells on Getting the Right Diagnosis
  • (00:31:14) - Jonathan on Believing In
  • (00:35:04) - The Power of Showing Your Vision
  • (00:39:58) - How to Increase Your Confidence in Yourself
  • (00:44:56) - Inspiring Culture With Jonathan J. Wells
  • (00:45:53) - Inspired Culture: Building an Impersonal Life
  • (00:51:07) - Coming of Age: Authenticity in the Company
  • (00:54:43) - How Can Everyday People Create a Ripple of Positive Change?
  • (00:57:25) - Positive HABITS create positive impact
  • (00:58:51) - In the Inspired Culture: Jonathan Wells
]]> false Jonathan Wells shares how small habits, self-belief, and faith turned pain into purpose—from surgery setbacks to six-figure wins. Get inspired to lead with authenticity.

]]> 01:00:33 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 06-15-25) Unlock Instincts:Kolbe for Stronger Teams and Smart Leadership]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2068556 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-06-15-25-unlock-instinctskolbe-for-stronger-teams-and-smart-leadership Learn how the Kolbe Index boosts team energy, sparks collaboration, and helps leaders create magnetic cultures that attract and retain top talent.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Welcome to Inspo: The Inspired Culture
  • (00:00:38) - Richard Canfield
  • (00:01:32) - Richard on the Colby Index
  • (00:08:19) - Richard Colby on the Colby Index
  • (00:12:58) - On Colby and His Impact
  • (00:20:17) - Team Sport Culture and Organizations
  • (00:22:31) - Teamwork and Influence
  • (00:24:24) - What is the Company's Vision?
  • (00:26:32) - The 6-Step Process for Reserves
  • (00:30:14) - How to Spot Burnout?
  • (00:38:31) - How to Recharge Your Battery?
  • (00:46:23) - Inspiring Talent: The Interaction Currency
  • (00:48:15) - Bradley: Bringing People On and Continuing Culture
  • (00:53:27) - Colby Index
  • (00:56:12) - A Moment with Coach Canfield
  • (00:57:32) - Coach Canfield On The Show
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]]> 00:58:14 <![CDATA[The Inspired Culture (Aired 06-08-25) Kevin Lyons: Bold Leadership with Purpose]]> Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65469/episode/2062758 https://the-inspired-culture.castos.com/episodes/the-inspired-culture-aired-06-08-25-kevin-lyons-bold-leadership-with-purpose Kevin Lyons of Food Bridge shares how visionary leadership, tech, and fresh perspective can transform teams, culture, and communities—from retail to food deserts.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - The Inspired Culture
  • (00:00:47) - Kevin Lyons
  • (00:02:28) - Leading With Kindness
  • (00:08:59) - The Mission, Vision and Values of the Organization
  • (00:12:14) - Kevin O'Leary on the Inspired Culture
  • (00:14:46) - Making Work Feel Meaningful
  • (00:20:12) - Finding Your Purpose in Your Career
  • (00:24:12) - CMO Network: Kevin McHale
  • (00:26:37) - Home Shopping Network's Joy for Customers
  • (00:30:43) - How Foodbridge Brings Communities Together
  • (00:39:51) - Food for the Soul
  • (00:40:26) - Building a Community Through Food
  • (00:45:44) - FoodBridge's Inspired Culture
  • (00:47:50) - How to Turn Big Problems Into Opportunities
  • (00:53:43) - Foodbridge Turns a Mobile Food Truck Into an Opportunity
  • (00:56:25) - The Hard Things to Do in Your Career
  • (01:02:30) - Hospitals and Retail: A Comparison
  • (01:03:37) - Kevin Hart on The Inspired Culture
]]> false Kevin Lyons of Food Bridge shares how visionary leadership, tech, and fresh perspective can transform teams, culture, and communities—from retail to food deserts.

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