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What’s the right way to live life? There are as many answers to this question as humans on the planet, so co-hosts Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore set out to pursue the one theme everyone is seeking in their answer: authenticity. Uncover the Human explores the questions we all ask to pursue an authentic life and find connection and humor along the way. Each guest adds a facet to the discussion and illuminates what it means to work with human nature - at home and in the office. Uncover the Human is brought to you by Siamo, the company leading the charge to humanize the workplace.
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In this hosts-only episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex dive into one of the most overlooked—and costly—gaps in organizational life: activation, the critical phase between having a great idea and actually implementing it. Drawing on real stories, humor, and plenty of personal experience, they explore why teams so often leap straight from strategy to execution, leaving people confused, overwhelmed, and unintentionally sidelined. From missed communication to unclear roles and “zoning...
Meetings feel heavy when people stop listening, and they stop listening when the room isn’t designed for them. We sit down with Oscar Trimboli to unpack how listening truly works at work—and why it starts before a single word is spoken. From a career-defining moment in a smoky boardroom to a decade-plus of research, Oscar shares what the best listeners do differently and how leaders can turn monologues into momentum. We dive into the four villains of listening—emotional, interrupting, distra...
Two Authors Walk Into A Deadline And Try Not To Cry A bestseller tag is nice, but the real story is everything it took to get there—and what we learned about authentic leadership by trying to write it down. We pulled back the curtain on our launch week for The Authenticity Upgrade: Rebooting Leadership for Real Humans and discovered that writing is less about perfect sentences and more about radical empathy for a reader who can’t talk back. Without a room to read, we had to anticipate confus...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore close out their book series with guest Aaron Wilson to explore what it really means to lead with authenticity in an era shaped by group dynamics and artificial intelligence. They dive into the pitfalls leaders face when managing teams—like assuming everyone should behave the same or overlooking quieter voices—and offer practical ways to build trust, clarity, and psychological safety. Together, they unpack why “being kin...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore dive into the power of deep listening—the often-overlooked skill that transforms conversations, relationships, and leadership. Joined by Aaron Wilson, they explore why listening feels so difficult at work, how it’s commonly undervalued, and why it’s actually the key to trust, collaboration, and empowerment. Through humor, honesty, and examples from their coaching practice, they unpack their signature LAVA framework—List...
What does it mean to truly lead yourself before you lead others? In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex explore the foundation of authentic leadership—beginning with self-awareness, values, and the courage to live in alignment with both. Joined by guest interviewer Aaron Wilson, they dive into what authenticity really means (and what it doesn’t), how to recognize the “shoulds” that keep us stuck, and why creating supportive environments helps us try new ways of showing up—wit...
Cristina and Alex kick off a mini-series around their book, The Authenticity Upgrade: Rebooting Leadership for Real Humans, arguing that culture and authenticity—not org charts and processes—determine whether change sticks. They move past theory into day-to-day practices: how leaders (and humans) can reduce friction, align to values, and create environments where people can show up fully. Along the way, they name the early signals of misalignment—dread, resistance, and over-functioning—...
In this lively and deeply reflective episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex dive into the “respectrum” — the full range of how respect and disrespect show up in our lives, workplaces, and society. They explore how easily we justify our own lapses in respect while condemning others, and how that double standard quietly erodes the social ecosystem we all share. With humor, honesty, and a few delightfully unplanned metaphors, they unpack why respect often goes unnoticed until it’s missi...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex dive into the messy, often overwhelming experience of navigating change. From workplace restructuring to global uncertainty, and even the rise of AI, they explore what it means to not just “thrive” in change but simply survive it. Along the way, they challenge the overused and weaponized idea of resilience, reframing it as something more human and grounded: acknowledging your true capacity, accepting that it’s limited, and focusing on wh...
In this episode, licensed therapist and organizational consultant Amanda Gilchrist joins us to explore what real support looks like in a hyper-stimulated world. Amanda flips the script on “helping” by reminding us that it’s not a leader’s—or a therapist’s—job to hand out answers. It’s to guide, facilitate, and create space so people can hear their own wisdom. We dig into self-investment, the difference between a state change and a trait change, and why trust in ourselves is the foundation for...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Alex and Cristina sit down with leadership coach Laura Shepherd for a rich conversation about following your internal compass. Laura shares her journey from corporate success to scuba instructor to coach, describing what it feels like when the compass spins, how she learned to recognize misalignment, and what it’s like to step into the “exciting discomfort” of growth. Together, they explore the power of weekly reflection, rewarding progress along the way,...
In this conversation, author and acupuncturist Connie Warden joins Cristina and Alex to talk about her book Speeding to Compassion—a project born from her surprising realization that her mindfulness practice didn’t extend to the driver’s seat. Connie shares candid stories of road rage, self-reflection, and the universal struggle of anger, showing how the car became her training ground for compassion. What starts as a book about driving quickly unfolds into a much bigger exploration of authent...
In this conversation with speech and communication coach Bailey Massey, Alex and Cristina explore why communication remains the universal solution—and universal problem—at work and at home. They dig into the often-ignored half of communication (listening), the outsized role of tone and body language, and how Zoom-era distractions make nonverbal signals even more critical to read—and manage. The trio shares practical, low-lift habits: breathe and pause to steady nerves, structure ideas into sm...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex sit down with Kristin Malek, founder of the Behavior Change Design Institute, to explore how real change happens—whether in individuals, organizations, or society. Kristin draws from her diverse background in neuroscience, psychology, and event design to explain why simply declaring new values or pushing positive affirmations rarely works. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of believable steps, curiosity as a gateway to openness, and...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex take a candid look at the challenges and misconceptions around employee engagement, especially the reliance on large-scale surveys. They question the accuracy and usefulness of engagement metrics when trust and psychological safety are low, noting that survey responses are shaped by fleeting emotions, personal context, and fear of speaking openly. Engagement, they argue, is an outcome—not a metric—and real insight comes from observing da...
In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore are joined by Andy DeShong for a deep, philosophical conversation on the intersection of AI, leadership, and humanity. Together, they explore the profound shifts artificial intelligence is bringing to the workplace and education, from redefining job roles to reshaping how people relate to change and uncertainty. Andy, a seasoned technology leader, shares personal reflections on leading teams through disruption, emphasiz...
On today's episode of Uncover the Human we have Jude Schweppe joining us. Jude has an eye opening way of approaching her work life. Her background is in performing arts. Jude loves being creative, and transitioned into advertising. She finally blended coaching with a creative direction. Jude is a firm believer in having fun in the workplace, people learn better when they're having fun. They are able to engage and process things in a more profound way. Her goal as a coach is to la...
In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Uncover the Human, hosts Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore welcome guest Tina Morris to explore the often-overlooked emotional and psychological layers of transitions. From corporate transformations to cross-country moves, Tina shares personal stories and leadership lessons that highlight the importance of empathy, trust, and the courage to sit with ambiguity. Using metaphors like a child’s dresser that won’t fit through the door, the conversation...
Why do we ghost and get ghosted? From the corporate world to intimate relationships, Cristina and Alex discuss what it means to ghost someone from two perspectives: the person who doesn't like to respond and the person who feels disrespected without a response. Is there psychology around ghosting? Why do we take it so personally? We are all conscious that time is a precious resource and would like our time and effort to be acknowledged on both sides. This episode provides a discussion about w...
In this repeat of the kickoff episode of Season Two of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex reflect on their podcasting journey—from humble closet recordings to a full-blown professional setup—and dive into one of their favorite topics: self-assessments. The episode explores the value of assessments in fostering personal insight, team effectiveness, and workplace well-being. They share laughs and lessons from their own experiences with tools like StandOut, Working Genius, and the Genesi...
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So many great takeaways in this episode with Scott around mentorship. Thanks for sharing!