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Sip and Speak

Samantha J. Best 6 Episodes Sep 10, 2026

Sip and Speak is a leadership podcast hosted by broadcaster and executive-presence advisor Samantha J. Best. Each episode features candid, unscripted conversations with bold leaders about how they built their careers, the challenges that nearly broke them, and what they would never say from a stage. The show rejects polished soundbites in favor of honest, behind-the-scenes stories. New episodes are released regularly.

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Cancel The One-On-One: Why Nine Hours of Meetings Still Hide the Truth Sep 10, 2026 00:36:40 Cancel The One-On-One: Why Nine Hours of Meetings Still Hide the TruthYou meet your people every week. You ask the right questions. You keep the door open. And somehow you still find out three weeks late that a project was in trouble.Chris Dyer says the meeting is the problem. Nine direct reports means nine hours a week, and roughly eighty five percent of it is the same conversation delivered nine

Your Numbers Tell On You: What 5,000 Leaders Reveal About Behaviour and Profit Aug 19, 2026 00:47:12 Your Numbers Tell On You: What 5,000 Leaders Reveal About Behaviour and Profit You have done the courses. You have read the books. You show up prepared. And still, in certain rooms, something slips. Hugh Massie says that is not a skill gap. It is a behaviour gap, and it was wired into you before you were three years old. Hugh is the founder of DNA Behavior International, a firm serving individuals

Building Resilience and Clarity in Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Rawle Annandsingh Mar 4, 2026 00:54:48 This episode dives into the realities behind leadership, innovation, and long-term growth in entrepreneurship. Rawle Annandsingh shares candid insights on managing pressure, emotional labor, and building ecosystems that foster sustainable success.Key topics:The unseen emotional labor of founders and how vulnerability strengthens leadershipThe importance of community, mentorship, and ecosystem supp

Red Light Leadership: What Journalists Know About Executive Presence When Pressure Hits Feb 17, 2026 00:35:02 In this episode, Lenn Almadin Thornhill—veteran journalist and former CCN TV6, Fox News, and Court TV professional—shares actionable strategies for leaders navigating high-stakes moments. Her insights shed light on how to stay composed, communicate effectively, and build credibility, especially when the stakes are highest.In this episode:The importance of pausing before responding during moments o

AI for Leaders: How to Move from Curiosity to Real Implementation (Without Losing Your Voice) Feb 10, 2026 00:48:12 This episode dives into the real-world insights on integrating AI into your personal and professional life. Robyn Jam Anderson, an AI consultant and founder of jamout.ai, shares her journey from traditional marketing to leading AI adoption, emphasizing how leaders can harness the technology without losing their human touch.Key Topics:Robyn’s career evolution from website design to AI leadershipThe

From Aerospace to Soca: Roderick Von King's Creative Odyssey Jan 26, 2026 00:40:02 In this episode of the Sip and Speak podcast, Samantha J. Best interviews Roderick Von King, an aerospace engineer turned music producer and author. Roderick shares his fascinating journey from engineering to music, his deep connection with Trinidad and Tobago, and his passion for Soca music. He also offers valuable advice for aspiring creators, emphasizing the importance of following one's passio

Sip, Speak, and Spark Something New Apr 13, 2025 00:05:58 Welcome to the first episode of The Sip and Speak Podcast with your host, Samantha J. Best — Confidence & Communication Skills Coach and creator of the sold-out Sip and Speak Social event.In this premiere episode, Samantha shares the inspiring story behind the podcast, what you can expect each week, and how you can be a guest.So grab your favorite sip and settle in — because around here, we be

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