The Ryan Leak Podcast

• What ChatGPT Taught Me About Self-awareness

  In this episode, I did something different. I asked ChatGPT to tell me the truth—what’s it like to be on the other side of me? What followed was some of the most honest, insightful, and slightly uncomfortable feedback I’ve gotten in a while.We talk about how feedback—even from AI—can hold up a mirror, reveal patterns we miss, and challenge us to grow. If you’re willing to ask the hard questions and sit with the honest answers, this one’s for you.

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• Lifequakes

  In this episode, Ryan shares the concept of a “lifequake” — those unexpected, seismic moments that shake your world and change everything. From his own story of childhood lifequake to the struggles many quietly carry today, this episode is full of empathy, hope, and real talk. Ryan unpacks two things every person needs when the ground gives way: an anchor for your soul and a friend who won’t run from your darkness. With a powerful illustration from Marvel’s Thunderbolts, this episode is for anyone going through a hard time — and anyone who loves someone who is.If you’re in the middle of a lifequake, you’re not alone. Ryan would love to pray for you.Text “prayer” and what’s going on to 469-809-1201.

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• The Most Complicated Person I Know

  Most people say they work with someone who’s complicated—but almost no one thinks they are the problem. In this episode, Ryan Leak dives into brand-new national research revealing just how widespread (and underestimated) complicated people are in today’s workforce.Spoiler: the numbers don’t add up.With vulnerability and humor, Ryan admits his own complexities and shares a true story about being labeled “too complicated” by a PR firm. He unpacks the self-awareness gap uncovered in the study, why nearly half of workers would take a lower-paying job to avoid difficult coworkers, and how real leadership starts with asking one powerful question:Could it be me?Whether you're leading a team, working through culture challenges, or just trying to be less judgy—this episode will challenge you to look in the mirror and lead with empathy.

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• Are We There Yet?

  In this episode, Ryan shares a behind-the-scenes story about his journey with John Maxwell’s team—a relationship that took over a decade to build. When Ryan once asked if he could be featured on John’s podcast, he was met with an honest and challenging response: “I don’t think we’re there yet.” Rather than taking offense, Ryan took it as fuel for growth.This episode is a reminder that sometimes the best thing someone can say to you is not yet. Because growth doesn’t come from empty compliments—it comes from honest feedback, faithful effort, and staying committed to the opportunities right in front of you. If you’ve ever been tempted to fast-forward your way to success, this one’s for you. To subscribe to encouraging text from Ryan, text PODCAST to 469-809-1201.

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• 100 Men vs 1 Gorilla

  100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla: The Debate That Builds Better TeamsCould 100 men take down 1 gorilla—with no weapons? It’s the internet’s favorite argument right now, and in this episode, Ryan breaks it down with NFL linemen, sumo wrestlers, UFC fighters, and a whole lot of imagination. But this episode isn’t really about gorillas. It’s about connection.In How to Work With Complicated People, Ryan talks about improving relationships by asking better questions—and sometimes, the questions that build the most connection are the ones that spark laughter.Use this episode to stir up your next team meeting, dinner table, or awkward offsite conversation. Because funny debates make people talk—and talking builds trust.Here are a few questions to ask your team this week:If our team was trapped on a deserted island, who’s leading us… and who’s getting eaten first?Who’s most likely to accidentally “reply all” and cause total chaos?If you had to swap jobs with someone on this team for a week, who would it be and why?What’s a small tweak that would make our meetings 10x better?If we had an unlimited budget for a team retreat, where are we going and how long are we staying?What’s the most annoying thing the people we serve deal with—and how could we fix it?What’s a hill you're willing to die on that has nothing to do with work?If our workplace were a genre of movie, what would it be?Who’s the teammate you’d want in a zombie apocalypse—and who’s definitely getting bitten first?

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