Gut + Science
Gut+Science is a fast-paced, storytelling-oriented podcast that provides leadership experiences from both an emotional and calculated lens. People-first minded executives and thought leaders share on the topics they are most passionate about, serving as mentors for our ever growing audience. Host Nikki Lewallen Gregory loves to bring out the fire in people and highlight the newest needed tools and information that build more meaningful work experiences.
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What does it really mean to advocate for employees? In this episode, Nikki is joined by Jennifer Knotts, CFO of IDO Incorporated, who is proving that leadership isn’t about following a straight path—it’s about forging your own!💡 Jennifer’s journey is anything but traditional, and that’s exactly why she’s passionate ab
Company rituals aren’t just for fun—they’re the glue that holds teams together.🤝 In this episode, Una Japundza, CRO at HeyTaco, joins Nikki to unpack the magic of rituals in building connection, reinforcing values, and making work more meaningful. From sports teams to remote workplaces, Una shares why small, repeated
Employees crave feedback—96% say they want it! But let’s be honest… giving and receiving feedback can be awkward. 😬 In this episode of “In the Loop”, Katherine is tackling the art of feedback—how to do it well, when to give it, and why it matters. Inspired by "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott, Katherine explores how to ba
🚀 Say goodbye to pointless meetings! Ever sat through a meeting and thought, Could this have been an email? 🤦♂️ In this final special episode from The Roots Up Approach, Steve and Nikki are here to fix that with a simple but powerful framework: Flare, Focus, and Share. Learn how to run meetings with purpose, keep en
🏀 What separates a losing team from a winning one? Culture. Sean Glaze learned this the hard way—after a brutal 21-loss season as a basketball coach. But one aha moment changed everything, turning his struggling team into a powerhouse. In this episode, Sean shares how the same principles that transformed his team can
Delegation isn’t just about offloading tasks—it’s about unlocking your team's potential! 🚀 In this episode of The Roots Up Approach, Steve and Nikki dive into Dynamic Delegation, a game-changing approach that makes delegation easier, smarter, and way more effective. Steve shares the story of Marla, a leader on the bri
