Potential Squared

Have you ever wondered if you are realising your full potential? Do you have the appetite to learn from those that have? With his Podcast, Potential Squared, Pete Smyth founder of Broadlake, takes us on a journey of learning designed to help the ambitious ones to realise their potential. The podcast uncovers world class, actionable insights from leaders in business, sports, politics and the arts.

Cian MacSweeny from True Tides & Danny O'Reilly from the Coronas on Confidence, Collaboration, Ego & Vulnerability

An insightful chat with Lead Singers & Song writers, Cian MacSweeny from True Tides and Danny O’Reilly from the Coronas. A rare insight into the vulnerable side of song writing & understanding our ego’s. We chat about confidence, the importance of collaboration and their personal journey’s of change during Covid19. 

12-02
01:12:18

Insights from Jerry Colonna a leading US Venture Capitalist turned Executive Coach who they call the “CEO Whisperer”

Jerry speaks openly about his challenges along the way including his struggles with depression, and growing up as one of seven children in an impoverished 1960’s Brooklyn. Gerry’s new book "Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up", has just been voted by Bloomberg as one of the best business books of 2019. He shares insights into his beliefs and philosophies, his thoughts on what is 'enough', and some key questions we need to ask ourselves.

01-20
01:11:31

Annalise Murphy Irish Olympic Silver medalist aiming for Gold

Following her childhood Olympic dreams we discuss the pain and suffering of missing out on Gold in the London Olympics only to come fourth.  She is open about her dark days in the run up to the Rio games including her techniques for staying focused and mentally strong.  The chat provides a unique insight into the mindset of a world class athlete including her dreams, successes, fears and failures.

12-19
01:08:08

Shane Curran the 19yr old Entrepreneur who just raised $3.2m from the World's largest VCs

Age is just a number. A very insightful chat with the Irish Tech Entrepreneur who has just raised $3.2m to fund Evervault, his privacy focused startup. He talks about starting his first of many ventures at the tender age of 9. He shares his business philosophies including his beliefs in virtues over values and how he sees experience as being over rated.

12-05
01:04:44

An insightful chat with Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform.

An insightful chat with Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform.  A rare insight into the man behind the role.  He talks about his private sector experience, early setbacks in politics, parallels between the public and private sectors, the importance of rhythm and agility within the institution of Government along with his 50 year vision for Ireland.  

11-07
01:01:05

Brian O'Driscoll on Confidence, Leadership, and Teamwork.

An open and honest chat with international rugby legend Brian O’Driscoll.  We discuss topics including confidence, leadership and what world class teamwork means to him.  Five years on we look at the void that retiring from playing created and his desire to continue to push himself outside his comfort zone in both business and punditry.  

10-16
01:24:47

Coming soon: Potential Squared

Have you ever wondered if you are realising your full potential?Do you have the appetite to learn from those that have? With his Podcast, Potential Squared, Pete Smyth founder of Broadlake, takes us on a journey of learning designed to help the ambitious ones to realise their potential. The podcast uncovers world class, actionable insights from leaders in business, sports, politics and the arts.

10-02
01:51

Frank Murphy

Fair achievement irrespective of age. Definitely a name to watch.

12-07 Reply

Frank Murphy

Really enjoyed this. Great insight into the man behind the public persona.

11-11 Reply

Aoife Lenihan

Great listen, heard a new side to Brian in episode 1.

11-07 Reply

Karl Cleere

great listen Pete and Brian. particularly like the piece on appearing/acting confident even when you're not and yet people see you as confident. important point

10-17 Reply

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