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The Dirty Side of Leadership

Ron Ward & Kristin Sokoloff

Where leadership meets entertainment! This weekly podcast disrupts the status quo by discussing hot-button topics that most podcasters are afraid to touch. Ron and Kristin apply their combined 50+ years of real leadership experience and take both a humorous and raw look behind closed doors. Often sharing personal experiences both in the workplace and out, they answer listener questions and breakdown "dirty lessons" from Ron"s best selling book, "The Dirty Side of Leadership".

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78:33

Special Guest: Former Executive Producer and Author...

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2025/08/21

Send us a text In this episode, co-hosts Ron Ward and Kristin Sokoloff sit down with Tom Blomquist, an award-winning screenwriter, producer, director, and author whose work has shaped some of television’s most iconic shows. From Walker Texas Ranger and The A-Team to Hunter, Farscape, Swamp Thing, and Christy, Tom has had a hand in creating stories that millions of viewers know and love. Beyond television, Tom has directed music videos, produced documentaries, and written four books, including...

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53:55

The Saboteurs Within: What’s Really Holding You Back...

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2025/08/14

Send us a text In this eye-opening episode, Ron and Kristin dive deep into the dirty side of self-sabotage by taking the Saboteur Assessment from Positive Intelligence. Get ready for a raw, honest conversation about the inner voices that derail leaders—even the high performers. From Hyper-Achiever to Avoider, Stickler to Pleaser, these hidden saboteurs shape how we lead, connect, and even how we fail. Kristin and Ron reveal their personal assessment results and talk about the subtle (and not...

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58:49

More Than Survival - Leadership Lessons From the Wild...

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2025/08/07

Send us a text In this gripping episode of The Dirty Side of Leadership, co-hosts Ron Ward and Kristin Sokoloff sit down with Discovery Channel’s ultimate survivalist, Jeff Zausch. With more survival days under his belt than any contestant in "Naked and Afraid" history, Jeff shares what it takes to thrive in the world’s harshest environments - and how those same traits apply to real-world leadership, mindset, creativity, and overcoming personal and professional adversity. From battling the e...

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59:29

My Boss is a Narcissist! | Throwback Episode

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2025/07/31

Send us a text In this throwback episode, we're going back to the third episode where Ron and Kristin discuss different types of narcissistic bosses! Co-hosts: Ron Ward and Kristin Sokoloff Sponsor: 4Ward Operations Producer: Stephen Ridley Facebook Group Administrator: Cassy Roop Where leadership meets entertainment! This weekly podcast takes both a humorous and intense look at leadership through impactful stories, answers to listener questions, and breakdowns of dirty lessons from Ron's be...

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34:46

How Pod Bros Changed the Political Landscape in...

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2025/07/24

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin don’t just explore leadership—they dive headfirst into the world of power, influence, and how a few mic’d-up men with cigars and bourbon reshaped American politics. Known as the Pod Bros, these influential podcasters became a powerful force during the last presidential election cycle. They interviewed nearly every major conservative candidate, including Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and several individuals now rumored to be in the future Trump cabin...

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41:21

Toxic Positivity: When Optimism Goes Too Far |...

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2025/07/17

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin define toxic positivity and the fallout of fake morale. They provide information and solutions to combat this issue and they promote authenticity when dealing with issues at work. Of course, there will be humor and relevant stories to enhance the conversation. Don't miss this important discussion. Sources: ChatGpt; https://www.shrm.org/executive-network/insights/preventing-toxic-positivity-in-workplace Co-hosts: Ron Ward and Kristin ...

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66:22

Why Modern Women Are Under-Skilled (and Overwhelmed)...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text In this landmark episode, The Dirty Side of Leadership welcomes its very first guest—and we came out swinging. January Donovan, founder and CEO of The Woman School, joins Ron and Kristin to unpack why today’s women are emotionally burned out, mentally depleted, and spiritually disoriented. We’re talking about the high cost of removing skill-based training from womanhood, how feminism reshaped our schools and families, and why “empowerment” without practical skills is leaving wo...

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45:48

How the Chemicals in the Brain Can Enhance Your...

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2025/07/03

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin explore the intricate workings of our brain and the chemicals that can enhance leadership skills. They discuss dopamine, oxytocin, endorphins, testosterone and other aspects of the brain. This episode not only provides information on how to access these chemicals, it provides you with tools to administer these chemicals to build and strengthen rapport among family, friends and co-workers/staff. Don't miss this "game-changing" episode! Sources: 4...

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47:21

Integrity Is on Life Support - Here's How to Bring It...

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2025/06/26

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss the downfall of integrity in American culture. They discuss the "psychology of a sellout" and provide some reasons why people do it, such as self-preservation instincts and moral licensing. They cover some recent integrity and cultural collapses; and finally, they discuss the "9 Hidden Powers of Integrity". If you're into psychology and brain functionality coupled with human behavior, don't miss this important episode! Sources: Sources: ...

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44:38

Horrible Bosses | Throwback Episode

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2025/06/19

Send us a text In this throwback episode, we're going back to the very first episode where Ron and Kristin discuss different types of horrible bosses and the lessons you can learn on how NOT to lead. Where leadership meets entertainment! This weekly podcast takes both a humorous and intense look at leadership through impactful stories, answers to listener questions, and breakdowns of dirty lessons from Ron's best selling book, "The Dirty Side of Leadership". Co-hosts: Ron Ward and Kristin Sok...

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32:31

Leadership Lessons from Biden's Cognitive Decline |...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin break down leadership lessons from Biden’s cognitive decline. They not only discuss the obvious signs of his downward spiral, they provide sources from books and media that further breakdown the decline, the coverup and the damage this has caused to the American public. Don't miss this important episode! Sources: Book: Original Sin Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson; Book: “Fight” by Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes; Book: "Uncharted" by Chris Wh...

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40:23

Leading Through the Fog: Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin reveal that Alzheimer’s is the most feared disease in the United States—more than cancer, more than heart attacks. A 2024 survey by the Alzheimer’s Association found that over 66% of Americans fear memory loss more than death. As of 2025, over 7.2 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s. That’s one in nine. And by 2050? Nearly 13 million. Behind every diagnosis is a caregiver. In 2024, over 19 billion unpaid hours of care...

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39:11

Why Weak Men Don’t Impress Women | Episode 117

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2025/05/29

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin delve into - what some would call - a "taboo" topic. They discuss reasons why women, even the strong, independent ones, crave male leadership and are turned off by weak men. Research reveals that women who are with a passive man become hardened, resentful, or at least stressed out. The episode also covers why a man in uniform is attractive to women. It’s not shallow—it’s hardwired. Masculine leadership isn’t domination. It’s provision, protecti...

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37:41

New Orleans Jailbreak: A Leadership Failure of Epic...

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2025/05/22

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss the latest chaos out of New Orleans – a shocking jail escape that reads more like a movie script than a real-life breakdown of leadership. Ron adds his experience with jails and shares some insight on how such an easy escape was facilitated. This episode covers the leadership failures, the oversights, staffing, outdated technology and other elements of this escape. The only humor came when it was noted that the escapees left a message sc...

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25:12

The Liver King: A Masterclass in Misleading...

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2025/05/15

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin dive into raw meat, ripped abs and one massive lie. They discuss the upcoming Netflix special on the Liver King, aka Brian Johnson. He built an empire preaching primal living and clean eating but behind the biceps was a pharmacy of muscle enhancing drugs. This episode will explore what his downfall teaches us about fake leadership. Sources: Netflix.com; https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/liver-king-netflix-documentary-st...

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34:41

Leadership at Full Gallop: What the Kentucky Derby...

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2025/05/08

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss the recent and Kentucky Derby. The race was extra exciting as an underdog horse called Sovereignty, ridden by a Junior Alvarado, secured a Derby victory. They also unpack the many leadership lessons from horse racing and discuss the little known and controversial history of the derby itself. Whether or not you are into horse racing, you don't want to miss this episode! Sources: Book: The Forgotten Home Child by Genevieve Graham; Ch...

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26:41

Exporting Poverty: The Tragedy of the British Home...

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2025/05/01

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss a dark part of history that is rarely discussed. The topic was taken from the book, "The Forgotten Home Child" by Genevieve Graham. Ron and Kristin discuss the fact that more than 100,000 children were shipped out of Britain to other parts of their dominion between 1869 and the 1940s. About 80% were shipped to Canada and the remainder were sent to Australia, New Zealand and parts of Africa. The children were promised better lives… but wh...

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27:21

Unbossing: What Is It and Why Is It Trending? |...

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2025/04/24

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin address a trend that has become widespread in today's businesses and companies. The term? Unbossing. They break down what it is and why is it trending? A surprisingly high number—72%—of the youngest generation of workers say they’d rather be individual contributors than middle managers. Statistics also revealed that up to 80% of employees today prioritize work-life balance over career advancement. Many are realizing that...

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24:54

Will Trump’s Tariffs Restore American Greatness or...

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2025/04/17

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin ask the question: Will Trump’s Tariffs Restore American Greatness or Isolate Us from the World? Listeners will learn the origin of tariffs in the United States, their purpose and results. Ron and Kristin will compare tariffs from the past and discuss their purpose today. They also explain how tariffs could reinvigorate on American manufacturing and improve national safety in relation to tariffs. As always, Ron and Kristin prov...

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32:19

Recognition is Free...So Why So Stingy? | Episode 110

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2025/04/10

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kristin discuss recognition, its benefits and the results of withholding it from employees. While recognition is a simple, cost-free way to boost morale and productivity, many leaders are hesitant to offer it. Why would leaders withhold compliments? This episode breaks down the psychological underpinnings of this behavior, explores historical patterns, and examines real-world examples where a lack of recognition led to significant consequences. Don't ...

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