What makes a boss “bad”—and why do so many talented people end up working for them? Author and marketing executive Mita Malick joins Chris Do to share the stories behind her new book, The Devil Emails at Midnight, including how childhood bullying shaped her empathy and her mission to create healthier workplaces.
Together, they break down 13 toxic boss arche ... Show More
Feb 4
The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture w/ Panache Desai | Ep 418
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with Panache Desai to explore why so many high performers feel burned out despite outward success. Panache challenges the idea that people are broken or need fixing, reframing burnout as a symptom of living from survival, identity, and fear rat ... Show More
1h 9m
Jan 31
Why Chasing Metrics Ruins Your Content w/ Chris Do | Ep 417
In this episode, Chris Do challenges the belief that content performance should be measured by likes, views, or algorithmic wins. He explains why treating social media as a scorecard disconnects creators from their true intentions and ties self-worth to external validation. Drawi ... Show More
13m 18s
Mar 2025
725: Leading with Humility: Three Shifts that Empower Others, with Joel Pérez
Joel Pérez: Dear White Leader Joel Pérez is an executive and leadership coach, speaker, and consultant who is passionate about helping leaders and organizations achieve their goals and develop a posture of cultural humility. He has over twenty years of experience in higher educat ... Show More
39m 15s
Jul 2024
316: How to Spot and Outsmart a Narcissist at Work with Rebecca Zung
Are you struggling to deal with narcissistic personalities in your workplace?Working with a narcissist can feel like a never-ending battle. Their lack of empathy, manipulative skills, and constant need for admiration can easily create a tense atmosphere at work.So, how do you man ... Show More
36m 7s
Jul 2025
Brain Power, Toxic Masculinity , Procrastination: ICYMI
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week, we’re diving into the Getting Better archives with excerpts from: Dr. Wendy Suzuki: Memory & the Brain-Changing Benefits of Sleep Yung Pue ... Show More
41m 47s
Aug 2025
How to Overcome Burnout and Find Joy at Work
Ever feel like you’re counting down the minutes to Friday? You’re not alone—but it doesn’t have to be that way! This week, JVN is joined by Bree Groff: workplace transformation expert and sought-after consultant for companies like Google, Microsoft, and Calvin Klein. Bree offers ... Show More
50m 33s
May 2022
No Bullsh*t Leadership, with Roula Khalaf
Chris Hirst, Global CEO of advertising group Havas Creative, cuts through the bullshit and gets to the heart of modern leadership in this straight-talking podcast brought to you by Intelligence Squared.
In this episode, Christ Hirst speaks to Roula Khalaf, the Editor of the Fina ... Show More
40m 15s