Leaders from around the world, exploring emotional intelligence
Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
In this episode, Kul explores how leadership is tested in the most extreme circumstances - war. Reflecting on current global conflicts and powerful historical examples, he examines how leaders respond under intense pressure and the impact their choices have on human lives. From escalation to restraint, the episode highlights the role of emotional intelligence, courage, and humanity in leadership decisions.
Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space. He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES
During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game. Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams.
It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated.
Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast.
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
In this episode, Kul explores the cost of leadership becoming performance in an age of constant visibility and social media. He examines how the pressure to appear confident, decisive, and “on” can distort decision-making, weaken authenticity, and erode trust within teams. He challenges leaders to move beyond image and optics, and return to grounded, human-centred leadership rooted in honesty, connection, and psychological safety.
Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space. He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES
During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game. Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams.
It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated.
Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast.
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
In this episode, Kul explores the ethics of power and the danger of leaders forgetting it is borrowed, not owned. He examines how authority can quietly distort judgment, reduce empathy, and create distance from the people leaders serve. Through historical, political, and organisational examples, he highlights why stewardship, accountability, and emotional intelligence are essential to ethical leadership.
Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space. He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES
During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game. Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams.
It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated.
Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast.
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
In this episode, Kul explores the growing power of quiet leadership in a noisy, fast-paced world. He challenges the belief that effective leaders must be the loudest voice in the room, showing instead how listening deeply, speaking with intention, and creating space for others builds trust, psychological safety, and stronger decisions. Drawing on research and real-world examples, Kul explains why influence without noise is becoming a defining leadership strength for the future.
Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space. He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES
During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game. Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams.
It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated.
Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast.
Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
In this episode, Kul explores why the most effective leaders choose trust over control - especially under pressure. Drawing on real-world examples, research, and personal insight, the conversation examines how fear-driven control erodes performance, while trust builds psychological safety, accountability, and sustainable results. If you’re leading through complexity, change, or scrutiny, this episode challenges you to rethink how you respond when it matters most.
Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space. He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES
During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game. Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams.
It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated.
Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast.
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
In this episode, Kul explores why slowing down has become one of the bravest acts of modern leadership. In a world obsessed with speed, urgency, and constant transformation, he examines the human cost of relentless acceleration - burnout, disengagement, and poor decision-making. He argues that slowing down is not about losing momentum, but about gaining clarity, trust, and sustainable performance.
Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space. He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.
_____________________________
ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES
During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game. Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams.
It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated.
Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast.
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026