Your E.P.I.C Pursuit

Your E.P.I.C. Pursuit(TM) with host Mike Mooney, uncovers the pivotal experiences that transformed successful executives into exceptional leaders. Through quick, fun and insightful conversations with C-suite leaders and innovators, we explore those career-defining breakthroughs that changed their life and leadership trajectory, forever.

Your E.P.I.C Pursuit is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Your E.P.I.C Pursuit, a business show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  Building Trust Under Pressure

  Sep 10, 202643 minS2

  What if the fastest way forward is to slow down first ? In this episode of Your E.P.I.C. Pursuit™ , Mike Mooney sits down with NASCAR Pit Crew Champion and Deck Leadership co-founder Mike Metcalf to unpack what high-performance teams can teach every leader about speed, trust, mistakes, and change. Mike spent years in an environment where fractions of a second can determine the outcome. But his lesson for leaders is counterintuitive: sustainable performance is not about going all out—it is about finding the pace where your team can execute with consistency, confidence, and trust. You'll learn how to: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Find the "fast enough" pace that protects quality and raises performance p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Support the team member who may be slowing the whole group down - without leaving them behind p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Turn mistakes into data points instead of blame points p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Build the reps, rhythms, and communication needed before the pressure hits p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Lead through change fatigue by grounding people in a shared identity and a sense of possibility As Mike says, winning does not mean everything went perfectly. Often, it means the team handled failures more efficiently than anyone else. Watch now and consider: Where might your team need to slow down in order to move forward together?

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  Episode #11

  Communicate Like An Actor with Award-Winning Actor Carlo D'Amore

  Sep 3, 202642 minS2

  This episode of Your E.P.I.C. Pursuit will change the way you think about communication. Mike Mooney sits down with Carlo D'Amore - actor, director, and founder of Live In Theater - to explore what business leaders can learn from the stage. Carlo has spent more than 17 years creating immersive, interactive experiences that transform audiences from passive spectators into active participants for organizations including Apple, Meta, Netflix, Spotify, Goldman Sachs, and Peacock. The core lesson? Great communication is not about delivering information perfectly. It is about creating an experience that makes people lean in. Carlo shares how he built Live In Theater by refusing to wait for permission, turning a true-crime story from New York's Lower East Side into an interactive experience where audiences helped solve the mystery. He also explains how the company pivoted during COVID - taking immersive performances virtual and delivering hundreds of experiences annually for teams around the world. In this conversation, you'll learn: * Why you cannot "half-do" a message—commitment, conviction, and presence are what make people believe you. * How to prepare like an actor: rehearse out loud, repeat the material, invite credible feedback, and get comfortable before the moment matters. * Why knowing your material gives you the freedom to adapt when the room, the technology, or the energy changes. * How to listen with more than your ears by watching body language, noticing energy, and responding to what the audience is telling you. * Why we often make up stories about people's reactions—and how curiosity keeps us from misreading the room. One powerful reminder from Carlo: "You can't half-do something." Whether you are leading a meeting, pitching an idea, delivering a keynote, or having a difficult conversation, people can feel whether you are truly committed to the message. If you want to communicate with greater presence, credibility, and impact, this episode is for you. Connect with Carlo D'Amore on https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlodamore-creator/ and learn more about Live In Theater at https://liveintheater.com/ .

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  Episode #5

  She Became The Leader She Needed - Brooke Faw

  Aug 6, 202639 minS2

  What happens when the leader you're searching for… doesn't exist? In this episode of Your E.P.I.C. Pursuit , Mike Mooney sits down with Brooke Faw , SVP, Strategic Partnerships at Publicis Groupe, a 20+ year veteran of the sports and entertainment industry and a leading executive voice in women's sports. Brooke opens up about: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How she threw imposter syndrome out and claimed her seat in a male-dominated industry. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why "just doing your job" is not enough—and what she expects from people who want raises, promotions, and real responsibility. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The emotional moment her 5-year-old son said, "But mama, that's you," and how it made her realize she had quietly become the role model she'd been looking for. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The realities of leading in sports: nonstop schedules, high-stakes activations, and the need to address issues now—not "after things calm down." You'll also hear Brooke's story of building a career while being a mom, navigating marriage in a relentless industry, and intentionally paving a path for the women coming behind her so they never have to feel alone at the top. If you care about real leadership, women's sports, and high-performance culture , this conversation will challenge and inspire you. Subscribe for more E.P.I.C. conversations on Excellence, Presence, Intentionality, and Curiosity.

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  Episode #9

  Redefining Business with Speed & Heart! Guest Shay Hoelscher

  Jul 30, 202639 minS2

  From the boardroom to the pit lane, and from beauty to race cars – this is what purpose at full throttle looks like. In this episode of Your Epic Pursuit , host Mike Mooney sits down with Shay Hoelscher , CEO and founder of privé products , an award-winning clean, high-performance beauty brand built on kindness, inclusivity, and transformation. Shay pairs nearly 40 years of leadership in the professional beauty industry with her life as a Porsche GT3 Cup race car driver , breaking stereotypes and inspiring women to chase their dreams at any age. Together, we explore how racing becomes a petri dish for leadership and life : p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How learning to look multiple corners ahead on track sharpens your strategic thinking in business. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why precision, focus, and mental toughness are the real competitive edge behind the wheel and in the C‑suite. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The mindset shift from "attacking the corner" to being patient and setting up the exit – and how that applies to growth, strategy, and leading teams. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> What it means to truly run a company with purpose over profit , especially in turbulent seasons like launching a brand before and during COVID. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How Shay navigates doubt, the "monkey mind," and tough days by focusing on the activity, not just the outcome . If you care about leadership, performance, resilience, or you're just fascinated by the intersection of business, beauty, and motorsports , this conversation will challenge and inspire you. Subscribe to Your E.P.I.C. Pursuit for more conversations on excellence, presence, intentionality, and curiosity – and how to live your own epic pursuit Let us know in the comments: What's one lesson from racing or high-pressure environments that you've applied to your leadership or life?

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  Episode #8

  Believe You're Made For Something Special! Guest Emily Chang

  Jul 16, 202632 minS2

  In this episode of Your E.P.I.C. Pursuit, Mike Mooney sits down with Emily Chang, Chief Commercial Officer for CHAGEE North America and former executive at Apple, Starbucks China, P&G, and Intercontinental Hotels Group. Emily shares how she came out of retirement to join a founder-led mission, why she rebuilt an "unremarkable" hotel brand from the inside out, and the moment she left a CMO title to write her bestselling book, The Spare Room. The conversation dives deep into leadership under pressure, the danger of "job hugging" in today's workforce, and Emily's powerful "caringly assertive" leadership matrix — the four-box model that separates cold commanders from truly effective leaders. She also unpacks the difference between gut instinct and wisdom, and challenges listeners with one question that could reframe how they see their own purpose: Do you believe you were made for something special? Whether you're leading a global team or redefining your next chapter, this episode offers real, actionable insight on intentional leadership, authentic living, and building a social legacy that outlasts any title. #Leadership #EmilyChang #SocialLegacy #YourEPICPursuit #WomenInLeadership

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