The Inspired Culture (Audio)

The Inspired Culture Show (Aired 05-08-26) Leading from Within: How Self-Awareness, Authenticity & Human Connection Shape Culture

In this episode of The Inspired Culture Show, host Eric Himes sits down with leadership coach and Continuum Leaders co-founder Carlos Martin to explore a powerful truth: culture doesn’t start with policies, processes, or performance metrics it starts with the leader. Together, they unpack how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, identity, and authentic human connection influence every aspect of leadership and organizational culture.

The Inspired Culture (11-23-25): Jose Pereira on Faith, Hope & Unbreakable Leadership After Captivity

In this episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Jose Pereira, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and one of the CITGO Six, to discuss resilience, faith, and leadership shaped through extreme adversity. After surviving 1,775 days as an international hostage, Jose shares how trauma can break identity and how purpose, spiritual surrender, and disciplined routines can rebuild it.

THE INSPIRED CULTURE 10-01-25 | How to Build Belonging and Authentic Leadership with Risha Grant

In this powerful episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Risha Grant, renowned diversity and inclusion expert, to explore what it really takes to create a culture of authenticity, belonging, and human connection in today’s workplace. Risha shares candid insights about overcoming fear, unlearning biases, and leading with empathy. Together, they discuss why diversity isn’t just about representation—it’s about creating environments where everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. From breaking old habits to building trust through vulnerability, this episode reveals how authenticity transforms organizations from the inside out. If you’re a leader, HR professional, or changemaker seeking to elevate your workplace culture, this conversation will inspire you to take action.

The Inspired Culture (Aired 10-01-2025) — Beyond the Mask: Risha Grant on Belonging and Authenticity at Work

Through her company and her acclaimed book Be Better Than Your BS — featured in Forbes, Vogue, Fast Company, and Harvard Business Review — Risha has helped organizations like Google, Procter & Gamble, YouTube, and T-Mobile redefine inclusion from the inside out.

The Inspired Culture (Aired 10-01-2025): Leading with Love, Truth, and Courage — How Faith Shapes Real Leadership

In this inspiring episode of The Inspired Culture, host Eric Himes sits down with Chris Ndo, a faith-based leader, attorney, and organizational strategist, to explore how love, truth, and courage redefine modern leadership. Chris shares how faith, integrity, and accountability can transform leadership from a position of authority into a calling of service. Together, they dive deep into how embracing vulnerability and compassion helps leaders create stronger, values-driven cultures where people thrive with purpose. Discover why the most effective leaders are those who lead with authenticity—anchored in spiritual wisdom and emotional balance. This episode challenges the traditional view of power and offers a new perspective on how faith and purpose can guide decision-making in every area of life.