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Unapologetic Leadership

Unapologetic Leadership

Cory Dunham 51 Episodes Aug 19, 2026

In a noisy, distracted world, authentic leadership matters more than ever. Hosted by Cory Dunham—entrepreneur, business leader, and follower of Jesus—this podcast is real talk for real leaders who want to live and lead with clarity, courage, and conviction. From overcoming fear mindsets to leading with love, Cory shares personal stories, faith-driven values, and practical tools that help you grow as a leader in your workplace, family, and community. Each episode offers actionable takeaways, mindset shifts, and sometimes guest insights—so you can lead without burnout, build trust, create alignment, and anchor yourself in what truly matters.

Episodes

Sales Team Enablement, AI Tools and The Real Cost of Implementation, with Monika Owczarek
Sales Team Enablement, AI Tools and The Real Cost of Implementation, with Monika Owczarek Aug 19, 2026 1715 AI can transform your sales team, but adding more tools doesn’t automatically create better results.In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with sales strategist Monika Owczarek to discuss building consistent, AI powered revenue systems that actually work. Monika shares how leaders can identify gaps in their sales process, learn from top performers, and use AI and automat
How Customer Success Leaders Gain Visibility and Get Promoted, with Beverly Hathorn
How Customer Success Leaders Gain Visibility and Get Promoted, with Beverly Hathorn Aug 13, 2026 2419 Why do talented leaders sometimes get stuck while others continue moving up?In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cori Dunham sits down with customer success leadership consultant Beverly Hathorn to uncover what it really takes to gain visibility, increase your impact, and prepare yourself for the next level.Beverly shares why simply doing your job well isn’t always enough to advance. If you
No Regrets Leadership by Taking the High Road: From Senior VP in Oil and Gas, Doug Sandridge
No Regrets Leadership by Taking the High Road: From Senior VP in Oil and Gas, Doug Sandridge Aug 7, 2026 2159 What happens when doing the right thing could cost you professionally?In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Doug Sandridge, Senior Vice President at Fulcrum Energy Capital Funds, for a powerful conversation about integrity, lifelong learning, authentic leadership, family, energy, and the decisions that ultimately define your legacy.One of Doug’s most important lead
Leadership at 16 Years Old... Founder, Patents and Building Before You Feel Ready, with Arya Upadhyay
Leadership at 16 Years Old... Founder, Patents and Building Before You Feel Ready, with Arya Upadhyay Aug 6, 2026 1777 What if leadership has nothing to do with age and everything to do with the courage to take action?In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Arya Upadhyay, a 16-year-old researcher, inventor, founder, and electrical and computer engineering student whose work is already making an impact on some of the world's biggest challenges. A high school graduate at
Values, Discipline, Clean Living, and Sports Education with Victor Bergonzoli
Values, Discipline, Clean Living, and Sports Education with Victor Bergonzoli Jul 31, 2026 1978 What if your greatest competitive advantage isn't your talent... but your discipline?In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Victor Bergonzoli, Co-Founder and CEO of SportsEdTV, to discuss the principles that create lasting success in business, leadership, health, and life. From building one of the world's leading free sports education platforms t
Christian Values in Business and Family, Downsized by AI, and Disruptive Innovation, with Andrew Grove
Christian Values in Business and Family, Downsized by AI, and Disruptive Innovation, with Andrew Grove Jul 29, 2026 2117 Can your Christian faith become your greatest competitive advantage in business?In this thought-provoking episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham welcomes entrepreneur, innovation consultant, and POSE Fitness Founder Andrew Grove for an inspiring conversation about integrating faith, family, entrepreneurship, and innovation in a rapidly changing world shaped by artificial intelligence. Tog
What Ethical Leadership Looks Like When the World Gets Dirty, with Melih Arat
What Ethical Leadership Looks Like When the World Gets Dirty, with Melih Arat Jul 24, 2026 2257 What does it really mean to lead with integrity when dishonesty, distraction, and short-term thinking seem to dominate today's world?In this thought-provoking episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with entrepreneur, professor, author, and business consultant Melih (Mel) Arat to explore why ethical leadership isn't just a moral choice, it's a competitive advantage
From Burnout to Purpose, Trusting Faith over Security, and Leaving a 6-Figure Income, with Dr. Melissa Hill
From Burnout to Purpose, Trusting Faith over Security, and Leaving a 6-Figure Income, with Dr. Melissa Hill Jul 23, 2026 1943 What would it take for you to walk away from a successful six-figure career and trust that God has something even greater waiting on the other side?In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Dr. Melissa Hill, former federal chemist, CEO, transition coach, and founder of CREME Consultants, to explore what it really means to leave comfort behind and pursue your
Great Leaders in Adversity, and how Compassion Built a Championship Culture, with Jim Johnson
Great Leaders in Adversity, and how Compassion Built a Championship Culture, with Jim Johnson Jul 17, 2026 2028 What separates great leaders from those who simply manage people?In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with legendary coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author Jim Johnson to explore the leadership principles that create extraordinary teams, lasting influence, and unforgettable moments.Jim shares the remarkable story behind one of the most inspirational m
Lead Differently with Courage and Faith and Empowering the Next Generation, with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris
Lead Differently with Courage and Faith and Empowering the Next Generation, with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris Jul 15, 2026 2114 What if the greatest leaders aren't the loudest in the room, but the ones courageous enough to serve others with faith, empathy, and purpose?In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham welcomes Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris, affectionately known as Dr. V, Founder and CEO of Empower All Inc., educator, researcher, speaker, and nonprofit leader, for a powerful conversation abo
Name Your Price Marketplace and Inner Peace Under Pressure, with Boris Zhukov
Name Your Price Marketplace and Inner Peace Under Pressure, with Boris Zhukov Jul 10, 2026 2215 What separates leaders who build extraordinary companies from those who never move beyond a great idea?In this thought-provoking episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Boris A. Zhukov, applied economist, TEDx speaker, CEO of LetYouKnow, inventor, and former Assistant Professor at Ball State University, to explore the mindset required to innovate, lead through uncertainty, a
Wealth Management and Rugby: How Empathy Builds Society and Portfolios, with Russ Lazaruk
Wealth Management and Rugby: How Empathy Builds Society and Portfolios, with Russ Lazaruk Jul 8, 2026 1769 What do wealth management, leadership, and rugby have in common?More than you might think.In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Russ Lazaruk, Managing Director at NCP Capital Partners, to explore why the strongest portfolios and the strongest organizations are both built on trust, empathy, and meaningful relationships.With more than 35 years of experience in wealth

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