In this revealing episode, Dr. Stephen Sideroff welcomes Paul Colichman, CEO of Here Media, producer of Gods and Monsters, and founder of the first national LGBT television network, for a candid conversation on the inner work and vision that shaped his leadership journey.

From becoming a network executive at just 22, to navigating the AIDS crisis in his twenties, Paul shares how loss, gratitude, and relentless self-improvement forged his resilience. He opens up about the moment he realized technical skills weren’t enough, the emotional intelligence breakthroughs that transformed his teams, and why his “big hairy audacious goal” became a parallel reality that pulled him toward unprecedented success.

His story blends Hollywood grit, mission-driven media, and quantum thinking, offering timeless lessons for leaders facing uncertainty, adversity, or the need to inspire change at scale.

Topics covered:

• Why inner work is the foundation of effective leadership
• How to align diverse personalities toward a shared mission
• Setting a BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goal) that shapes your future reality
• Thriving in uncertainty and letting go of the myth of control
• Turning purpose into the fuel for lasting impact

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In this energizing conversation, Dr. Stephen Sideroff sits down with Karen Betancourt, an operations veteran and transformation strategist whose career spans logistics, technology, and global growth. From guiding large teams through high-stakes crises to spearheading game-changing initiatives across multiple regions, Karen reveals how confidence, culture, and courageous communication fuel next-level leadership. She opens up about pivotal mistakes, navigating gender bias, and why vulnerability is her secret advantage on the worldwide stage.

In this episode, you’ll uncover:

• How a real-time crisis became Karen’s crucible moment for unshakable self-confidence
• The mindset shift that lets leaders tackle brand-new challenges without fear
• A practical framework for balancing stability with large-scale transformation
• Strategies to overcome institutional resistance and win cross-functional buy-in
• Tactics for building a culture of psychological safety, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Real-world lessons on owning mistakes, repairing relationships, and learning fast
• Insights on breaking gender barriers and creating opportunity for the next generation
• Why openness and difficult conversations unlock quantum-level leaps for teams and businesses

This episode is a must-watch for executives, change agents, and anyone ready to turn adversity into strategic advantage. Karen’s story proves that intentional culture, bold vision, and authentic connection drive lasting impact across borders and industries.

Connect with Karen Betancourt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karendbetancourt/

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In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Stephen Sideroff sits down with serial entrepreneur Janma Bardi to explore how adversity, community and spirituality forged her into the visionary leader she is today. From founding ten companies by age forty-two to catalyzing Latin America’s startup scene with her Volcano Summit, Janma shares how personal integrity, vulnerability and a powerful network fuel her success, and how you can apply the same principles to your leadership journey.

To learn more about Janma Bardi and her work, visit https://www.volcanosummit.com

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