Episodes

AI is everywhere right now—but are humans actually ready for it? In this hosts-only episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore cut through the hype to explore AI adoption through a human-readiness lens. They unpack why so many AI initiatives fail—not because the technology is broken, but because leaders rush ahead without considering trust, morale, identity, and the real day-to-day impact on people. From high-profile layoffs to shallow “AI usage” metrics, they call out wha...

In this episode of Uncover the Human, Phil Conley reminds us that even the most buttoned-up industries—fintech, B2B marketing, e-commerce payments—are still powered by human beings who long for connection, joy, and authenticity. Phil shares how he infuses creativity into spaces where it’s least expected, from bringing game-show legends to trade-show booths to designing experiences that spark delight instead of sales fatigue. His approach proves that when people feel safe to laugh, play, and expr...

In this milestone 200th episode of Uncover the Human, Alex Cullimore and Cristina Amigoni reflect—with plenty of humor—on what they’ve learned after 200 conversations about authenticity. The big takeaway: authenticity isn’t a finish line, it’s a practice. It changes as you change, and it becomes a powerful way to protect your energy, reduce burnout, and show up more aligned in your work and relationships. They also share why the podcast exists in the first place: to make the workplace more human...

In this hosts-only episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex dive into one of the most overlooked—and costly—gaps in organizational life: activation, the critical phase between having a great idea and actually implementing it. Drawing on real stories, humor, and plenty of personal experience, they explore why teams so often leap straight from strategy to execution, leaving people confused, overwhelmed, and unintentionally sidelined. From missed communication to unclear roles and “zoning si...

Meetings feel heavy when people stop listening, and they stop listening when the room isn’t designed for them. We sit down with Oscar Trimboli to unpack how listening truly works at work—and why it starts before a single word is spoken. From a career-defining moment in a smoky boardroom to a decade-plus of research, Oscar shares what the best listeners do differently and how leaders can turn monologues into momentum. We dive into the four villains of listening—emotional, interrupting, distracte...

Two Authors Walk Into A Deadline And Try Not To Cry A bestseller tag is nice, but the real story is everything it took to get there—and what we learned about authentic leadership by trying to write it down. We pulled back the curtain on our launch week for The Authenticity Upgrade: Rebooting Leadership for Real Humans and discovered that writing is less about perfect sentences and more about radical empathy for a reader who can’t talk back. Without a room to read, we had to anticipate confus...

In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore close out their book series with guest Aaron Wilson to explore what it really means to lead with authenticity in an era shaped by group dynamics and artificial intelligence. They dive into the pitfalls leaders face when managing teams—like assuming everyone should behave the same or overlooking quieter voices—and offer practical ways to build trust, clarity, and psychological safety. Together, they unpack why “being kind” ...

In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore dive into the power of deep listening—the often-overlooked skill that transforms conversations, relationships, and leadership. Joined by Aaron Wilson, they explore why listening feels so difficult at work, how it’s commonly undervalued, and why it’s actually the key to trust, collaboration, and empowerment. Through humor, honesty, and examples from their coaching practice, they unpack their signature LAVA framework—Listen,...

What does it mean to truly lead yourself before you lead others? In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex explore the foundation of authentic leadership—beginning with self-awareness, values, and the courage to live in alignment with both. Joined by guest interviewer Aaron Wilson, they dive into what authenticity really means (and what it doesn’t), how to recognize the “shoulds” that keep us stuck, and why creating supportive environments helps us try new ways of showing up—withou...

Cristina and Alex kick off a mini-series around their book, The Authenticity Upgrade: Rebooting Leadership for Real Humans, arguing that culture and authenticity—not org charts and processes—determine whether change sticks. They move past theory into day-to-day practices: how leaders (and humans) can reduce friction, align to values, and create environments where people can show up fully. Along the way, they name the early signals of misalignment—dread, resistance, and over-functioning—and frame...