Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle

Kevin Smiley Lee

Booking Overview

This interview-led show explores personal experiences and practical lessons across business, leadership, education, and workplace issues, typically featuring external professionals with relevant expertise and a compelling personal or career story. Agencies could credibly pitch authors, founders, coaches, psychologists, educators, and advocates; guests generally need a clear area of expertise, but booking appears accessible rather than dependent on major public recognition.

Metrics

Episodes: 218

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

drenkev@gmail.com

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Host

Kevin Smiley Lee - Co-host of The Inner Circle, where he interviews guests about their experiences, expertise, and life lessons.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low

Typical Credentials:

Relevant professional expertise or experience, often paired with a book, business, coaching practice, or advocacy work.

Required Achievements:

Published a relevant book, Founded a business or professional practice, Built expertise as a coach, educator, or advocate

Recent Guest Discussions

Josh Cliffords - Ad-supported Free Products, Retail And Supply-chain Innovation, And The Business Model Behind Free Water.

Nina Allen - Women’s Leadership, Workplace Politics, Boundaries, Resilience, And Career Transitions.

John O'Brien - Rudeness, Incivility, Giving Feedback, And Communicating Honestly Without Causing Harm.

Dr. Erin Lynch - HBCU Funding Disparities, Systemic Bias In Higher Education, Endowments, And Scholarships.

Laverne Mickens - College Scholarships, Financial Aid Appeals, Funding Options Beyond FAFSA, And Affordable Education Pathways.

Recent Topics

Society, Personal Development, Leadership, Education, Entrepreneurship

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle

Ep 222 - Built for the Long Haul: What Endurance Athletes Can Teach Leaders

October 10, 2026

Built for the Long Haul: What Endurance Athletes Can Teach LeadersWhat do Ironman training and leadership longevity have in common? Dr. Ann Bowers-Evangelista explains how endurance, purpose, and self-awareness can help leaders sustain their impact in a fast-paced world.On this episode of the Dre and Smiley Inner Circle Podcast, Dre and Kevin Smiley Lee talk with Dr. Ann—a clinical psychologist, executive coach, leadership psychologist, and author of The Endurance Leader: Leadership Longevity...

Ep. 221 The Era of Negative Pricing: Josh Cliffords’ Radical Vision for Retail

September 26, 2026

What if the future of grocery shopping is free, ad-supported, and built to eliminate waste instead of maximize markups? Josh Cliffords, founder of Free Water, is turning that idea into a real business model - and he’s now mapping how free or negatively priced products could power everything from supermarkets to supply chains.Josh explains how a bottle of water can cover its own packaging, production, shipping, donation, and profit through ads, why his long-term vision goes far beyond water, a...

EP. 233 Navigating Corporate BS and Protecting Your Peace with Nina Allen

August 29, 2026

Most of what women are told about leadership is incomplete. In this episode of The Inner Circle, Air Force veteran, executive coach, and founder of Blue Fire Insight, Nina Allen, breaks down how to navigate power, politics, and pressure without losing yourself in the process.From the Air Force to corporate America to a shocking federal job loss in 2025, Nina shares the hard-earned lessons that shaped her approach to resilience, boundaries, and influence. If you’re a woman trying to lead in a ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle

How do I get in touch with Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle?

Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle is hosted by Kevin Smiley Lee. Its publicly listed email is drenkev@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle?

The publicly listed email for Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle: drenkev@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle have?

Podseeker estimates Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle?

Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Relevant professional expertise or experience, often paired with a book, business, coaching practice, or advocacy work. Common among recent guests: Published a relevant book; Founded a business or professional practice; Built expertise as a coach, educator, or advocate. Recent guests include Josh Cliffords, Nina Allen, and John O'Brien.

How hard is it to get booked on Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Dre & Smiley - The Inner Circle cover?

Recent episodes cover Society, Personal Development, Leadership, Education, and Entrepreneurship. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

drenkev@gmail.com

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