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The Dirty Side of Leadership

Ron Ward, Kristin Sokoloff

Booking Overview

This weekly leadership interview show combines workplace leadership, psychology, relationships, and adversity, typically featuring external guests with recognized expertise, public-service experience, academic credentials, or notable media profiles. Agencies could credibly pitch leadership authors, organizational psychologists, executive coaches, resilience and performance experts, public-service leaders, and other established subject-matter specialists; booking difficulty is medium because the show has hosted credible but varied guests, including television personalities and senior government advisors.

Metrics

Episodes: 189

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 18 subscribers

Instagram: 7.9k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

coachronward@gmail.com

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Host

Ron Ward - Leadership professional and author of The Dirty Side of Leadership, with more than 50 years of combined leadership experience alongside co-host Kristin Sokoloff.

Kristin Sokoloff - Leadership professional and co-host focused on candid, humorous discussions of workplace leadership, relationships, and personal experiences.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Established leadership practitioners, academics, psychologists, authors, public-service leaders, entrepreneurs, or recognizable media personalities with substantive expertise and compelling real-world experience.
Required Achievements:  
Recognized media appearances, Senior government or organizational leadership roles, Published books or substantial professional expertise, Academic awards or advanced research credentials

Recent Guest Discussions

Jeff Zausch - Survival Mindset, Endurance, Grit, Adaptability, Leadership Under Pressure, Group Dynamics, And Overcoming Personal And Professional Adversity.

Justin Fulcher - Building A Global Telehealth Company, Leadership Under Pressure, Government Bureaucracy, Public Scrutiny, Reputation, Faith, And The Personal Cost Of Public Service.

Dr. Merissa Ferrara Elisei - The Psychology And Biology Of Romantic Betrayal, Infidelity, Communication Patterns, Trust, Relationship Repair, And Connections Between Personal And Professional Leadership.

Recent Topics

Business, Leadership, Workplace Psychology, Psychological Safety, Resilience

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Dirty Side of Leadership
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Ron’s Rants Part Two: Workplace Questions We Need to Talk About | Episode 171

October 08, 2026

Send us Fan MailWelcome to The Dirty Side of Leadership, where leadership meets entertainment! Ron Ward and Kristin Sokoloff tackle another round of workplace challenges with practical advice, direct language, and a little humor.Topics include competing instructions from managers, coworkers taking credit, micromanagement, employee pushback, and after-hours boundaries. They also explore leading without a title, body language during difficult conversations, lifelong learning, and respectfully d...

Loyalty & Betrayal: How to Spot a Modern Day Judas at Your Table | Throwback Episode

October 01, 2026

Send us Fan MailIn this special throwback episode, Ron and Kristin expose one of leadership’s oldest power games — loyalty and betrayal. From ancient betrayals like Judas and Caesar to modern corporate sabotage, they reveal how leaders can spot a hidden opportunist before it’s too late. This episode blends psychology, real-world examples, and neuroscience to explain why betrayal usually comes from inside the circle — and how to test loyalty without breeding paranoia.“Betrayal doesn’t just rev...

Ron’s Rants: 20 Workplace Questions We Need to Talk About | Episode 170

September 24, 2026

Send us Fan MailWhat do you do when a coworker spreads gossip, a manager gives vague directions, or a conversation you’ve been avoiding can’t wait any longer? Ron and Kristin take turns answering 10 familiar workplace questions with practical language you can use. They cover communication, accountability, difficult coworkers, boundaries, and leading without a title.What We Cover:How to stop gossip without dismissing a serious concernClearer directions, deadlines, and feedbackAccountability th...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Dirty Side of Leadership?

The Dirty Side of Leadership is hosted by Ron Ward and Kristin Sokoloff. Its publicly listed email is coachronward@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 The Dirty Side of Leadership?

The publicly listed email for The Dirty Side of Leadership: coachronward@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Dirty Side of Leadership have?

Podseeker estimates The Dirty Side of Leadership reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Dirty Side of Leadership?

The Dirty Side of Leadership typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established leadership practitioners, academics, psychologists, authors, public-service leaders, entrepreneurs, or recognizable media personalities with substantive expertise and compelling real-world experience. Common among recent guests: Recognized media appearances; Senior government or organizational leadership roles; Published books or substantial professional expertise. Recent guests include Jeff Zausch, Justin Fulcher, and Dr. Merissa Ferrara Elisei.

How hard is it to get booked on The Dirty Side of Leadership?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Dirty Side of Leadership cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Leadership, Workplace Psychology, Psychological Safety, and Resilience. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

coachronward@gmail.com

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