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Jahmaal Marshall

95 episodes

Our desire is to sit and chop it up with anyone from best selling authors to successful entrepreneurs and get a sense of the highs and lows of their journey. We want to delve past the surface to see how their culture, faith, career choices, and mental health have brought them to their current destination and broach topics that will provoke both thought and action in listeners.

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  1. Always Ready for War: The Fight Response in High Performers

    · 21 min · Episode 98

    Chapters: 01:10 -The 5 stress responses: where fight fits after fawn and flight 02:30 -James 1:19: swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath 03:00 -What the fight response looks like in high performers 05:15 -How…

  2. Why Can’t I Relax? The Flight Response in High Achievers

    · 16 min · Episode 97

    Being busy can look like ambition, but sometimes it’s a way to avoid what we don’t want to feel. In this week’s episode of Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal explores the flight response in high performers. It can show up as…

  3. How to Stop People Pleasing at Work: The Fawn Response in High Achievers

    · 26 min · Episode 94

    Sometimes what looks like being dependable is really a stress response in disguise. In this solo episode, Jahmaal unpacks the fawn response and why high performers can spend years being rewarded for patterns that are…

  4. From Fear to Faith: Finding Courage in a Divided World w/ Aaron Graham

    · 49 min · Episode 92

    Pastor Aaron Graham joins me to talk about his new book, Unshakeable Faith, and why writing it required him to confront his own fear of conflict. Aaron is the founder and lead pastor of The District Church, a…

  5. Wise as Serpents: How to Deal With the Snakes in Your Life

    · 25 min · Episode 91

    Why "just cut them off" is the wrong first move Here's the contrarian part, and it's the part most people skip. Every piece of advice online tells you the same thing: identify the toxic person, go no-contact, block,…

  6. Why Rejection Is Protection: When God Closes a Door, Stay Out of the Room

    · 19 min · Episode 90

    There's One Line That Changes Everything Sometimes the door didn't close on you. It closed for you. If you're a high-achiever who's been taught that every "no" is just a "not yet" you can grind your way past, this…

  7. The Blessing Buried in the Betrayal: How to Recover From Burnout That Rest Won't Fix

    · 16 min · Episode 89

    Burnout Isn't a Workload Problem - It's a Betrayal Problem The exhaustion that sleep doesn't touch and a vacation only reschedules isn't about your calendar. It's about a betrayal you've been staying busy enough to…

  8. Why You Can't Accept a Compliment -- And What It's Doing to Your Brain Chemistry

    · 16 min · Episode 88

    Someone praises your work and your hands are up before they finish the sentence. "It was a team thing." "It was nothing." You think you're being humble. In this solo episode, executive coach and certified counselor…

  9. Frozen Grief and the Nervous System: The Nolan Wells Episode | Listen Then Speak

    · 26 min · Episode 87

    In this solo episode of Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal Marshall takes the national heartbreak surrounding the death of 18-year-old Nolan Well, a young man from Ocean Springs, Mississippi who went missing on the Fourth of…

  10. When People Think They Can Afford to Lose You, They Mishandle You | A Solo Episode on Betrayal & Boundaries

    · 31 min · Episode 86

    Your betrayal didn't catch God by surprise, it came to reveal, not to destroy. In this solo episode of Listen Then Speak, executive coach and certified counselor Jahmaal Marshall breaks down what betrayal actually is:…

  11. How to Increase Impact and Magnify Success with Brandee Brown

    · 34 min · Episode 85

    Brandee Brown has built her life and work around one clear mission: helping people see, own, and magnify the greatness already inside them. In this episode of Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal sits down with Brandee Brown,…

  12. She Built a Top Earning Agency After a Major Life Setback — Brynne Krispin on What Nobody Tells You About Starting Over

    · 43 min · Episode 84

    What if the thing that makes your brand work is the part you keep trying to polish out? I sat down with Brynne Krispin, founder and CEO of Cause Fokus, for a conversation about personal branding, perfectionism,…

  13. The Betrayal That Built You: Why Being Left Behind Might Be the Thing That Levels You Up

    · 31 min · Episode 83

    Betrayal doesn't just hurt, it destabilizes. It disrupts your sleep, spikes your cortisol, and quietly convinces you that you can't move forward until the person who wronged you finally acknowledges what they did. But…

  14. Growing Up in Chaos Can Make Peace Feel Suspicious w/Jahmaal Marshall

    · 23 min · Episode 82

    Have you ever had something go right, and felt more anxious, not less? The cold open sets the tone for an episode built on radical self-honesty. The Chaos Blueprint - How Your Nervous System Got Wired Your childhood…

  15. How Growing Up in Chaos Can Make Peace Feel Suspicious - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 27 min · Episode 81

    KEY TAKEAWAYS: • What to Walk Away With • Chaos isn’t just an external circumstance, for many people, it’s an internal identity built in childhood. • Your nervous system will always move toward what’s familiar, not…

  16. "Know Your Worth. Watch What Leaves."

    · 24 min · Episode 80

    WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: [00:00] Cold Open — Starting in the middle, because that's where most of you are [03:30] Why toxicity doesn't find you by accident - it finds a frequency [08:00] The curiosity problem:…

  17. How to Turn Your Passion into Profit

    · 37 min · Episode 79

    A strong brand presence does not start with better gear. It starts with knowing how you want to show up. I sat down with Junaid Ahmed to talk about what it really takes to build a strong presence on and off camera…

  18. The Keys to How Clarity Reduces Stress and Burnout w/ Steve Woodruff

    · 29 min · Episode 78

    The way you communicate can open doors, or quietly close them. On this week’s episode, I sat down with Steve Woodruff to talk about what it really means to communicate with clarity, own your strengths, and become…

  19. Chemistry Can Lie. Character Always Tells the Truth

    · 24 min · Episode 77

    Jahmaal unpacks the difference between chemistry and character, and why so many people confuse emotional intensity with genuine alignment. In this solo episode, he breaks down how powerful connection can cloud…

  20. Building Legacy After Losing Everything w/ Terry Rice

    · 45 min · Episode 76

    In this episode, I sit down with Terry Rice, speaker, entrepreneur, and leadership trainer, for a real conversation about addiction, identity, fatherhood, discipline, and what it means to live in alignment. Terry…

  21. Waiting for Closure Is Costing You Everything

    · 27 min · Episode 75

    WHAT YOU’LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE: 01 - The Myth of External Closure We’ve been conditioned to believe closure is something someone else delivers. Jahmaal unpacks why that belief is both biologically understandable…

  22. Sustainability on the Front Lines - How to Live in a State of Overflow in High Stress Environments w/ Dr. Gwendolyn Oglesby-Odom

    · 37 min · Episode 74

    Interested in Launching your own Podcast? Podcast Principles can help! Book a call below to learn more. https://calendly.com/podcastprinciples/discover Burnout does not start with your calendar. It starts with what…

  23. Boundaries Without Bitterness: The Discipline That Protects Your Peace and Elevates Your Life

    · 23 min · Episode 73

    Peace isn’t the absence of pressure. It’s the presence of structure. In this solo episode, Jahmaal breaks down boundaries without bitterness and why most people don’t struggle with saying no, they struggle with guilt,…

  24. What Happens when the Devil Emails at Midnight w/ Mita Mallick

    · 40 min · Episode 72

    On this episode of Listen Then Speak, I sit down with my friend (and repeat guest) Mita Mallick to talk about her new book, The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses. We get into the…

  25. The Path to Success Comes By Serving w/ Chaz Horn

    · 41 min · Episode 71

    Burned out, stuck in your head, and still trying to lead like everything’s fine? In this episode of Listen then Speak, I sit down with entrepreneur and biohacker Chaz Horn to talk about what it actually looks like to…

  26. The Mindset Behind Sales that YOU feel Good About w/ Justin Janowski

    · 40 min · Episode 70

    On this week’s Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal sits down with business coach Justin Janowski for a conversation that goes past surface-level advice and into what actually makes sales, pricing, and strategy feel clean and…

  27. From the Woods to the World: Celebrating 1 MILLION Downloads

    · 13 min · Episode 69

    We Did It - 1 MILLION Downloads!!! In this milestone episode, Jahmaal pauses to reflect, express gratitude, and honor the journey that turned a simple practice of listening into a global movement. In This Episode,…

  28. How Bill Walters Helps Imperfect Families Build Financial Stability and Peace

    · 37 min · Episode 68

    For some people, helping others reach financial stability and freedom – is just a job. For Bill Walters, it’s personal. Before becoming a financial guru, Bill spent six years caring for his mother during her battle…

  29. Redefining Resilience and Servant Leadership w/ Michael Stephenson

    · 38 min · Episode 67

    Our personal lives and professional lives. Two areas typically kept completely separate, never to see one another. In reality, who we are, what we’ve been through and what we “do” for a living are all inextricably…

  30. Closing Out 2025: The Real Cost of Burnout & What Comes Next

    · 12 min · Episode 66

    As we close out 2025, Jahmaal Marshall reflects on a powerful year of growth, leadership, and transformation within the Listen Then Speak community. In this episode, Jahmaal explores the often-overlooked reality of…

  31. Wisdom for the Next Generation w/ Tee Smith

    · 45 min · Episode 65

    In a sea of hot-takes and fast “advice”, it can be difficult to understand what is really important when it comes to success in business but also in life. …and that’s before we even get to the “how”. This week’s guest…

  32. Successful on Paper, Exhausted in Private: Why High-Performing Leaders Are Burning Out, and What Actually Works with Jahmaal Marshall

    · 16 min · Episode 64

    Senior leaders, C-suite executives, and business owners are succeeding at unprecedented levels—yet many are silently battling stress, burnout, anxiety, and disordered boundaries. In this powerful episode, Jahmaal…

  33. When Your Heart for Others Costs You Your Health: Breaking the Cycle of Burnout and People Pleasing

    · 13 min · Episode 63

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode 1. The “Always-Available Executive” Pattern Why leaders feel compelled to stay on call 24/7 and the subconscious fear that drives it. 2. The High-Achiever Who Can’t Say No How…

  34. The Weight Behind the Scrubs: Healing Stress and Burnout in Nursing - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 10 min · Episode 62

    In this episode, we cover: Why nurse burnout is rising nationwide The emotional weight behind compassion fatigue Why stress in nursing is often ignored or minimized The danger of “I’m fine” culture How to create…

  35. Coming off Code is THE CHEAT Code, from Trauma to Triumph with Precious L. Williams

    · 35 min · Episode 61

    With 28 years as an international professional speaker and corporate trainer, Precious L. Williams has methods to empower her clients to secure millions in pitch competition winnings, secure lucrative speaking…

  36. We’re Back + Celebrating 60 Episodes of Listen Then Speak

    · 4:11 · Episode 60

    As we step into a new season of conversations, insights, and growth, we want to hear from you directly. Who are our listeners? What challenges are you facing right now? And how can this podcast best serve you moving…

  37. Going from Mental Panic to Market Progress with Evan Marks

    · 27 min · Episode 59

    Evan Marks is a seasoned mental performance coach with over 25 years of Wall Street wisdom, previously serving as a Senior Consultant and Performance Advisor at The ReThink Group. Armed with a Bachelor of Arts from the…

  38. Men’s Mental Health and the Need for Community with Ted Phaeton

    · 41 min · Episode 58

    Ted Phaeton is a husband, father, and dog dad with a passion for helping men unlock their full potential through productivity, time mastery, and leadership. An Emmy Award-winning Morning Meteorologist at Queen City…

  39. Leading Through the Shift: Staying Human in an AI-Driven Age - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 10 min · Episode 57

    In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why AI is accelerating disconnection more than innovation The real leadership gap emerging in today’s orgs How to lead without losing yourself or your people A powerful 3-part…

  40. Acceleration Through Adversity with Jordan Mendoza

    · 46 min · Episode 56

    Jordan Mendoza is a sought-after sales and social media coach, podcast host, and author with a passion for helping individuals and brands elevate their presence and close deals. As the host of the popular podcast Blaze…

  41. Mental Health, Memorial Day & the Mind Behind the Machine - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 11 min · Episode 55

    - What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • Why Mental Health Awareness Month still matters in 2025 • Startling statistics around burnout and anxiety in the tech industry • The unique strengths and struggles of veterans in…

  42. Episode Title: Burnout & Anxiety in Tech – Mental Health Awareness Month - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 15 min · Episode 54

    The true definition of burnout and how it manifests in tech careers Key stats: • 42% of tech workers are at high risk of burnout (Yerbo, 2023) (The stats are worse in 2025) • 2 in 5 engineers report poor or very poor…

  43. From Addiction to Acceleration - Adam Larkin

    · 30 min · Episode 53

    Adam Larkin is a motivational speaker, recovery advocate, serial entrepreneur, and the CEO of Gitt Apparel. Adam’s brand is on a mission to encourage people to live their best lives through adopting a healthy…

  44. How to Be Road Tested and Proven Both Personally and Professionally - Jacob Roig

    · 27 min · Episode 52

    As a seasoned business coach with 16 years of experience, Jacob Roig inspires and equips ambitious entrepreneurs to overcome growth barriers, increase their income, and enjoy more time off without compromise. Through…

  45. Navigating Mental Health as You Climb the Corporate Ladder - Jennifer Brick

    · 37 min · Episode 51

    Once an unapologetic corporate climber, Jennifer Brick exited her thriving corporate career to follow her passion: helping pave the path for more people like her to succeed at work. Shortly after starting her YouTube…

  46. Tips on Self-management when you have a crappy week - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 11 min · Episode 50

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  47. The Listen Then Speak Community Group Co-Hort - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 7:51 · Episode 49

    So, what’s this community all about? Bi-weekly Virtual Meetups: Every two weeks, we host a live, interactive session. Sometimes it's a roundtable discussion, sometimes a guest speaker — always engaging, always…

  48. Mastering Stress Responses - Part 1: A Leader’s Guide for Tech & HR - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 15 min · Episode 48

    For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission to revolutionize the work culture of 50,000 companies by 2035,…

  49. The First Steps to Taking Imperfect Action - Jahmaal Marshall

    · 7:10 · Episode 47

    For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission to revolutionize the work culture of 50,000 companies by 2035,…

  50. How Paying It Forward Boosts Your Mental Wellness with Cindy Witteman

    · 36 min · Episode 46

    Cindy Witteman is a powerhouse from the heart of San Antonio, Texas. She's not just a business owner, three-time International Best-Selling Author, and proud recipient of the esteemed 2023 Trailblazer Award—she's also…

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