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Rewilding Leadership with Thom Dennis: Embracing Nature’s Blueprint for Corporate Transformation and Healing (MDE662)

Rewilding Leadership with Thom Dennis: Embracing Nature’s Blueprint for Corporate Transformation and Healing (MDE662)

by | Jul 5, 2026 | , , , , , ,

The conversation with Thom Dennis focused on “rewilding” the corporate mind, exploring how reconnecting with nature’s principles offers a new blueprint for leadership during times of disruption and division. One concept discussed was the importance of trust over control, drawing parallels between ecological rewilding and enabling creativity in organisations. A key theme that emerged was healing—both at the personal and organisational level—by allowing space for reflection, purpose, and diverse perspectives. The discussion explored actionable steps such as embracing humanities in corporate spaces, and intentionally creating room for self-awareness, ensuring a healthier, more sustainable leadership culture.

Affordability Versus Exclusivity: Comparing Padel Across Continents With Martín de León (JOPS04E12)

Affordability Versus Exclusivity: Comparing Padel Across Continents With Martín de León (JOPS04E12)

by | Jul 1, 2026 | , ,

In this episode of the Joy of Padel, Martín de León, an architect and sport lover, recounts his global journey from Uruguay to London, sharing how COVID led him to discover padel and why its unique partner dynamic makes the sport so special. The conversation focused on the growth of padel in the US, UK, and Uruguay, and the rise of the Professional Padel League.

Key points:

Padel’s community spirit and accessible nature vary widely from region to region.

Building a successful padel club depends most on people—the energy of managers, coaches, and staff.

The US PPL aims to create fandom and team loyalty like the NBA.

Winning with AI: Charlene Li on Superhuman Leadership and Navigating Transformation’s Challenges (MDE661)

Winning with AI: Charlene Li on Superhuman Leadership and Navigating Transformation’s Challenges (MDE661)

by | Jun 28, 2026 | , , ,

The conversation focused on how leaders can harness AI to drive real value, foster empathy, and create more human-centric organisations. One concept discussed was the importance of having clear governance and intentional strategy, rather than an “AI strategy” siloed from business aims. A key theme that emerged was the need for psychological safety and a willingness to experiment and learn from failure. The discussion explored how AI, when used wisely, can enhance—not diminish—our humanity, and highlighted the importance of aligning technology with organisational values and outcomes.

Belief, Purpose, and Brand: Cultivating Cultures of Commitment in Business and Life with Matt Marcotte (MDE660)

Belief, Purpose, and Brand: Cultivating Cultures of Commitment in Business and Life with Matt Marcotte (MDE660)

by | Jun 21, 2026 | , , ,

This conversation with Matt Marcotte focused on the transformative power of belief within organisations, highlighting how clarity on true beliefs—not just stated values—shapes authentic cultures and drives commitment over mere compliance. A key theme that emerged was the importance of deep self-awareness and curiosity, both for individuals navigating their careers and for companies defining their brand identities. The discussion explored practical steps to move from transactional relationships to meaningful connections, emphasising how belief fuels vision and retention. Insights included the challenges faced by heritage brands in aligning large teams and the value of mentoring the next generation to foster purpose-driven leadership.

Learning, Mindset, and Success in Women’s Padel: Hungary’s #1 Female Pro Dóra Andrejszki Interview (JOPS04E11)

Learning, Mindset, and Success in Women’s Padel: Hungary’s #1 Female Pro Dóra Andrejszki Interview (JOPS04E11)

by | Jun 17, 2026 | , ,

This episode of the Joy of Padel welcomes Dóra Andrejszki, Hungarian padel pro, as she shares her journey from college tennis in the US to training full-time in Spain. The conversation focused on overcoming early challenges after switching from tennis, discovering the unique social and technical aspects of padel, and the importance of mindset in both tough conditions and critical match moments. The discussion explored partner selection, communication, and the ongoing learning that makes padel special.

Key points:

Consistent training in a padel academy accelerates adaptation for tennis converts.

Open communication and attitude are vital for successful doubles partnerships.

When Padel Meets the Perfectly Crafted Stay

When Padel Meets the Perfectly Crafted Stay

by | Jun 15, 2026 | ,

There are invitations you accept politely, and then there are invitations that make you lean forward in your chair. When the call came to join a select group of padel aficionados for an overnight at Crafted at Powdermills — the brainchild of founder Chris King — and to be among the founding members of the Crafted Padel Club, I leaned in hard. Set on 78 acres in East Sussex, just 70 minutes from London, this is luxury without the show: locally crafted goods, a genuine pub, lakeside wellness, and two padel courts. Crafted-for-you. Not crafted at you.

Bridging Worlds: Kerry Halferty Hardy on Civil Society, Cross-Cultural Insights, and Freedom (MDE659)

Bridging Worlds: Kerry Halferty Hardy on Civil Society, Cross-Cultural Insights, and Freedom (MDE659)

by | Jun 14, 2026 | , , , , ,

In this episode of Minter Dialogue, Kerry Halferty Hardy shares insights on building bridges across cultures and sectors, drawing on experience in public, private, and nonprofit roles. From exploring the value of civil society and education to navigating Franco-American dynamics, emphasises adaptability, critical thinking, and fostering freedom. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on resilience, parenting, and making meaningful impact in an interconnected world.

Four Pastas to Pick Your Path: Making Sense of Your Life’s Mess, Meaning and Fulfilment

Four Pastas to Pick Your Path: Making Sense of Your Life’s Mess, Meaning and Fulfilment

by | Jun 9, 2026 | , , , ,

From the fog of youth to a life layered with purpose, this article explores four “pasta phases” of a life well lived: spaghetti, penne, ravioli/gnocchi and, ultimately, lasagna. Drawing on Jim Collins, Viktor Frankl and Minter Dial’s work on meaningfulness, empathy and authentic leadership, it shows how we move back and forth between confusion, emptiness, substance and fulfillment. Along the way, it highlights the role of hardship, conversation and the people who “season” our journey as we learn that life is less what happens to us, and more how we choose to respond.

Ferrari for the Mind: What London Tech Week 2026 Tells Us About AI, Power and Britain’s Future

Ferrari for the Mind: What London Tech Week 2026 Tells Us About AI, Power and Britain’s Future

by | Jun 8, 2026 | , , , , , ,

On day one of London Tech Week 2026, the UK sold itself hard as an AI powerhouse – from Keir Starmer’s optimism to multi-billion‑pound bets by Microsoft, AWS and others. Yet beneath the hype, more interesting questions surfaced: who will really own the “operational intelligence” of British organisations, and what does AI sovereignty mean in practice for a mid‑sized nation? This piece explores Aravind Srinivas’s radical redefinition of the “computer”, Perplexity’s Billion Pound Build, and why human‑centric AI and skills may be the UK’s true leverage.

From Pages to Stages: Dixie Maria Carlton Unlocks Transformative Author Journeys (MDE658)

From Pages to Stages: Dixie Maria Carlton Unlocks Transformative Author Journeys (MDE658)

by | Jun 7, 2026 | , , , ,

In this episode of Minter Dialogue, Minter Dial sits down with Dixie Maria Carlton, known as the “word witch,” to delve into the art of communication, the evolving landscape of book publishing, and the impact of AI on writing. Discover why clarity, planning, and genuine curiosity are essential for both authors and speakers, and get inspired by remarkable stories of transformation from pages to stages. Dixie also shares tips for aspiring authors, the importance of integrity in content creation, and the power of meaningful conversations in today’s fast-paced world.

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I’m Minter Dial and I serve my clients by elevating the debate and energy, telling powerful stories and connecting people and ideas. My mission to insert more meaningfulness into our lives and at work. I relish being an engaging professional speaker on leadership, transformation and branding. I’m known for being someone who walks the talk and delivers on or above expectations. I’m the author of four award-winning books, including the second edition of my award-winning book, Heartificial Empathy (April 2023, available in English and French), You Lead published by Kogan Page that won the Business Book Award 2022, and Futureproof (FT-Press/Pearson) that won the Business Book Award 2018. I’m also the producer of the award-winning WWII book and documentary film The Last Ring Home.

My last major published project was Dialogos, Fostering More Meaningful Conversations that was published weekly via Substack, over 79 weeks. I am currently working on a new book, The Avatar Trap.  

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