Shine A Light

Shine A Light with Christine Miles is a leadership podcast about the power of listening. Hosted by keynote speaker, bestselling author, and founder of The Listening Path, Christine shares practical tools and interviews with powerful communicators to help leaders ask better questions, listen to understand, and make people feel truly heard. When you shine a light, clarity emerges, culture strengthens, and performance follows.

Shine A Light is a education podcast hosted by Christine Miles, with 32 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Christine Miles hosts Shine A Light, a education show with 32 episodes published.

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  Episode #33

  The Patterns That Run Your Life with Chuck Wisner | #33

  Aug 19, 202645 min

  What if the patterns you rely on every day are quietly shaping your relationships, leadership, and results? In this episode, host Christine Miles sits down with Chuck Wisner, author of The Art of Conscious Conversations, to explore how the behaviors we develop early in life can follow us into the workplace—and how awareness can be the first step toward changing them. Chuck shares how recognizing our patterns, understanding the needs beneath our reactions, and creating psychological safety can transform difficult conversations and relationships. In this episode, you'll discover: ● How unconscious patterns influence the way we lead and communicate ● Why awareness can be the first step toward meaningful change ● How vulnerability and psychological safety create better conversations ● Why slowing down can ultimately help you move faster Chuck and Christine explore what happens when we replace judgment with curiosity and approach conversations with an "open hand" instead of a "fist." If you're ready to understand your patterns, communicate with greater intention, and build stronger relationships, this conversation is a powerful place to start. Connect with Chuck Wisner Website: ChuckWisner.com Connect with Christine Miles: Website: https://thelisteningpath.com

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  Episode #32

  Stop Doing It All Yourself with Elizabeth Lawler | #32

  Aug 12, 202643 min

  What if asking for help isn't a weakness—but one of the smartest things you can do? In this episode, host Christine Miles sits down with entrepreneur and innovator Elizabeth Lawler to explore the power of letting go, building better support networks, and recognizing when doing everything yourself is holding you back. After years of building successful technology companies—including ventures acquired by major public companies—Elizabeth shares the personal pivot that changed how she approached work, leadership, and life. In this episode, you'll discover: ● Why asking for help can be a strength, not a weakness ● How to build stronger personal and professional support networks ● Why handing things over can create better outcomes for everyone ● What happens when we stop measuring our worth by everything we do Elizabeth's story is a powerful reminder that success doesn't have to mean carrying every responsibility yourself. Tune in for a candid conversation about vulnerability, community, delegation, and creating a life where you have room to thrive. Connect with Elizabeth Lawler: Website: https://drelizabethlawler.com/ Connect with Christine Miles: Website: https://thelisteningpath.com

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  Episode #17

  Stop Chasing the Wrong Success with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer | #31

  Aug 5, 202643 min

  In this eye-opening episode, host Christine Miles sits down with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer to unpack the truth about human capital, leadership, and why so many high-achievers feel unfulfilled. Drawing from decades of experience in behavioral science and leadership development, Dr. Cynthia explains how our unique talents—shaped by life experiences, not just learned skills—hold the key to meaningful success. Together, they explore how people often "box themselves in" by chasing titles, status, or expectations that don't align with who they truly are. Key Takeaways: Why your natural talents matter more than learned skills How chasing titles can lead to misalignment and burnout The critical difference between wanting success—and wanting the right success If you've ever felt stuck in a role that looks good on paper but feels wrong in practice, this conversation will challenge you to rethink your path. Tune in and start aligning your work with who you really are. Connect with the Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer: Website: https://www.dr-cynthia.com/ Connect with Christine Miles: Website: https://thelisteningpath.com

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  Episode #30

  Why Connection Changes Everything with Dr. Suzanne Simpson | #30

  Jul 29, 202638 min

  In this episode, host Christine Miles sits down with Dr. Suzanne Simpson to explore the profound impact of secure attachment on how we show up in life, work, and relationships. Drawing from her experience as an educator and mental health professional, Dr. Simpson shares how early connection shapes behavior—and how awareness, empathy, and accountability can help us rewrite those patterns. From navigating "toxic" workplace dynamics to raising emotionally secure children, this conversation offers a powerful lens on human behavior and healing. Key Takeaways: Why secure attachment is the foundation of confidence and connection How to respond with empathy without losing personal responsibility The balance between compassion and boundaries in relationships If you've ever struggled to understand someone's behavior—or your own—this episode will challenge you to look deeper, respond differently, and build stronger, more meaningful connections. Connect with Dr. Suzanne Simpson Website: https://www.drsuzannesimpson.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsuzannesimpson/ Connect with Christine Miles: Website: https://thelisteningpath.com

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  Episode #29

  Why You're Being Ignored with Jake Stahl | #29

  Jul 22, 202645 min

  What if you're not being overlooked because you're bad—but because you're forgettable? In this episode of Shine a Light, host Christine Miles sits down with Jake Stahl, CEO, author, and communication strategist, to unpack the hidden psychology behind influence and first impressions. With over 30 years of experience training thousands of professionals, Jake shares why most people fail to truly connect—and how understanding the "second profile" (the real decision-maker behind every person) can completely transform the way you communicate. From decoding nonverbal signals to mastering presence, this conversation dives into what it really takes to be seen, heard, and remembered in any room. In This Episode: Why people get ignored—and how to become unforgettable The power of nonverbal signals and hidden buying cues How to speak to the real decision-maker behind every interaction You don't need to be louder or more polished—you just need to connect in a way that actually lands. Because the moment you learn to truly see people... is the moment they start to see you. Connect with Jake Stahl Website: www.orchestraight.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/ Own-Room-Communicate-Heard- Respected/dp/1968318259 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ us/podcast/own-the-room-how- to-control-perception-read- the-room/id1800525151 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakestahl/ Connect with Christine Miles: Website: https://thelisteningpath.com

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