Rippled Radio

Robert Peter

In this episode of Rippled Radio, Cory sits down with leadership coach Bob Peter — known for his no-nonsense, real-world approach to developing leaders who don’t wait for someone else to fix things. Together, they dive into self-leadership, accountability, and how to create your own momentum instead of waiting for opportunity to knock. From “making your own wave” to defining your personal non-negotiables, Bob shares stories and practical advice on how young professionals and emerging leaders can take charge of their growth — even when their boss isn’t great, the environment isn’t perfect, or the timing feels off. Whether you’re just starting your career or leading a team, this episode will remind you that true leadership starts with how you lead yourself. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to build your own wave, create your ripples, and own your career.

Portia James

Is It You… or Is It the Job? How to Know When It No Longer Fits (with Portia James, CHRO, CeriFi) What if the problem isn’t you—or the job—but the fit? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Cory reconnects with his former leader and mentor, Portia James, CHRO at CeriFi, to unpack one of the toughest questions professionals face: How do you know when it’s time to move on—or double down? Portia has spent her career advising and coaching executives, leaders, and teams through their most pivotal career moments. Her reputation? Radical honesty, unwavering authenticity, and the courage to tell the truth—whether you’re ready for it or not. Together, Cory and Portia dive into: * Knowing when you’ve outgrown a role (even if nothing is “wrong”) * “Is it me or the shirt?”—a fresh way to evaluate fit without blame * Why staying too long can damage confidence and performance * The freedom that comes from owning your decision—stay or go * How to build trust and speak hard truths at any level (even to the C-suite) * Separating your worth from your job title * Why honesty is the most generous form of leadership This episode is raw, real, and packed with decades of wisdom. Whether you're questioning your own fit—or leading others who are—this conversation might be the clarity you’ve been waiting for. Like, share, and leave a review to help more leaders think differently and lead with impact.

Deemer Class

Season 2 of Rippled Radio kicks off with Deemer Class—coach, entrepreneur, and founder of First Class Lacrosse. Deemer shows us that leadership doesn’t start with titles or trophies—it starts with resilience, discipline, and grit that reach far beyond the field. In this episode, Cory and Deemer dive into the power of focusing on what you can control, why resilience is the ultimate skill, and how the habits built in sports create stronger leaders, teammates, and humans everywhere. Be a rippler. Make your impact ripple into every part of life. Deemer’s work: https://www.1stclasslax.com [https://www.1stclasslax.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Rippled Radio: https://linktr.ee/rippledradio

Adversity – The Season Finale

In our final episode of Season 1, Cory takes a deep dive into the power of adversity. From learning to overcome obstacles to embracing resilience and agility, this episode explores how facing challenges head-on isn’t just part of the journey—it’s the path to growth. Adversity is not something to avoid; it’s an opportunity waiting to be transformed into success. As we close out this chapter, we’re incredibly grateful for your support, your stories, and your rippling moments. Keep an eye out for recap clips and reflections in the coming weeks—you won’t want to miss revisiting the moments that shaped Season 1. While we gear up for Season 2, we want to hear from you. Share your stories of overcoming adversity, your rippling moments, and the topics you want us to cover next. This is just the beginning. linktr.ee/rippledradio [https://linktr.ee/rippledradio]

Robynn Storey

In this power-packed episode of Rippled Radio, Cory welcomes career expert and LinkedIn legend Robynn Storey, founder of Storeyline Resumes. With over 1 million followers and a fiercely loyal community, Robynn brings her signature no-BS honesty, relentless drive, and heart-led leadership to a raw conversation about risk, resilience, and the real work behind confidence. From cold messaging Robynn during COVID to hosting her as a guest, Cory shares how Robynn words changed her own path—and how they continue to inspire thousands to bet on themselves. They talk about everything from imposter syndrome and bad resume advice to leadership, motherhood, scrappy career pivots, and building a 70-person company from her kitchen table. Robynn opens up about what’s broken in today’s hiring landscape, how to give real feedback, and why curiosity, hustle, and community still matter most. You’ll laugh, get fired up, and probably take notes. This one’s for the ripplers ready to cut through the noise and own their worth. 🎧 Tune in now and cheers to the ripplers. Follow Rippled: https://linktr.ee/rippledradio [https://linktr.ee/rippledradio] Follow Robynn on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robynnstorey/ [www.linkedin.com/in/robynnstorey/] Learn more about Storeyline Resumes: www.storeylineresumes.com [www.storeylineresumes.com]