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OwlCast: The Leadership & Coaching Podcast

OwlCast: The Leadership & Coaching Podcast

By: David Morelli with Co-Host Alexandria Ravencroft
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OwlCast is a podcast on leadership and coaching. You can expect to get insights to help you solve the thorny problems of life and leadership – all with a dollop of laughter thrown in. Your dynamic hosts, David and Alexandria, will help you become a more kickass leader. Together, they won’t only motivate you, they’ll give you scientifically proven tools to become better – full stop!David Morelli 2020-2022 Career Success Economics Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • The cost of putting on a happy face
    Jul 8 2025
    Sometimes the most significant toll we pay is the one we hide behind a smile. In this episode of OwlCast, David Morelli and Alexandria Ravencroft explore the emotional labor of maintaining a positive front,especially in leadership, service roles, and workplaces that reward performance over authenticity.

    Together, they dive into the true cost of constantly self-regulating, masking discomfort, and managing the emotional experiences of others. From burnout and resentment to missed signals and disconnect, the consequences ripple far beyond the individual. This conversation offers insight into the invisible pressure to stay upbeat and the freedom that comes with choosing presence over pretense.
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    44 mins
  • Why You're Not Getting Promoted with Karol Figueroa
    Jul 1 2025
    You’re putting in the effort, meeting expectations, and still not moving up. In this episode of OwlCast, David Morelli and Alexandria Ravencroft are joined by leadership strategist Karol Figueroa to explore the often invisible dynamics behind stalled promotions. Together, they examine how perception, visibility, and workplace politics can shape your trajectory just as much as performance.

    Karol shares powerful insights into why being good at your job isn’t always enough and how unspoken rules, feedback gaps, and leadership presence influence promotion decisions. If you’ve ever wondered what’s holding you back or how to move forward, this episode brings clarity, strategy, and a renewed sense of possibility.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Managing difficult personalities and challenging people
    Jun 24 2025
    What if the “difficult” person you’re dealing with isn’t difficult at all, just different from you? In this episode of OwlCast, hosts David Morelli and Alexandria Ravencroft explore how misunderstood behaviors, mismatched communication styles, and unspoken expectations can create tension and lead to mislabeling people as difficult to work with.

    Together, they explore how our personal norms, values, and lived experiences influence our judgments of others,and how empathy, curiosity, and adaptability can transform even the most strained relationships. Alexandria shares powerful real-world stories from construction sites to corporate offices, offering insights on what makes people seem difficult and what we can do about it.

    Whether you're a leader trying to get the best from your team or someone navigating tough dynamics with colleagues or clients, this episode offers practical tools, mindset shifts, and a refreshing perspective. Everyone has a reason for how they show up, and a gift worth uncovering.
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    39 mins
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