Laughter Lab

Leading with Empathy and Laughter — with Sue Solymosi

In this episode of Laughter Lab, Stefano sits down with Sue Solymosi [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-solymosi-788000a1/] — a leadership and emotional intelligence facilitator who believes that laughter and empathy go hand in hand. Together, they explore how humor helps us connect more deeply, lead more authentically, and show up as our best selves. It’s a thoughtful, funny, and inspiring conversation that proves once again: when we laugh together, we grow together. 👉 Follow Laughter Lab for more episodes that bring joy, insight, and humanity to the world of work.

Leading with Laughter: Authentic Leadership with Bodo Heiliger

In this episode of Laughter Lab, Stefano sits down with Bodo Heiliger [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bodoheiliger/] — leadership expert, facilitator, and advocate for authentic human connection. Together, they explore how laughter, empathy, and vulnerability shape great leadership and why humor might just be the missing ingredient in workplace culture. It’s thoughtful, funny, and full of heart — a perfect blend of insight and inspiration. 👉 Follow Laughter Lab for more episodes that prove laughter isn’t just fun — it’s transformational.

: Every Body Belongs Outdoors – A Conversation with Andrea C. Kelly

What happens when you mix laughter, leadership, and the outdoor apparel industry? You get a powerful (and hilarious) conversation with Andrea C. Kelly, a trailblazer on a mission to make the outdoors truly inclusive — for every body. Andrea has spent over two decades helping global brands design with intention, not assumption. She’s here to share her journey from working inside major apparel companies to becoming a voice for body diversity, authenticity, and meaningful inclusion. In this episode, we dive into: 💡 Why “one size fits most” actually means “most people get left out” 😂 How humor can help us have hard conversations about inclusion 🌲 What true leadership looks like when you’re designing for real people 💬 And how to bring more empathy (and laughter) into your workplace Whether you’re leading a team, creating a product, or just trying to make the world a little kinder — this conversation will leave you inspired to take up more space (literally and metaphorically). 👉 Tune in, laugh a little, and learn a lot.

Laughing in Public: The Power of Presence with Don Colliver

In this episode of Laughter Lab, Stefano sits down with Don Colliver [https://www.linkedin.com/in/doncolliver/] — speaker, trainer, and author of Wink: Transforming Public Speaking with Clown Presence. They explore how laughter, presence, and play can help you become a more engaging communicator and a more authentic leader. From clowning to connection, this episode will change the way you think about public speaking — and probably make you laugh along the way. 👉 Follow Laughter Lab for more inspiring (and funny) conversations that prove humor is serious business!

How to build workplaces where people actually want to show up-Natalie Fairchild

In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Fairchild, a leader who knows how to mix humor, heart, and hard work into a winning workplace recipe. We talk about: * Why laughter is more than “fun” — it’s a tool for creativity and resilience * How leaders can use humor to build connection and trust * Real stories that prove joy at work is not just possible, it’s powerful Yes, we mention an event that has already passed — but the lessons and laughs are timeless. Tune in to discover how you can turn stress into smiles and culture into connection.