In the Arena

All growth starts with self-awareness.

In the Arena isn’t just about leadership – it’s about uncovering the patterns, scripts, and beliefs that quietly shape us. Most people lead by default, but real impact comes from doing the deeper work.

Grounded in decades of behavioral science, this podcast helps you recognize what holds you back and build the capacity to live and lead differently.

Why is it so hard to communicate with people who lead with emotion when you don’t? Why do some people shut down and need space, while others take action and bend the rules to get results?…
Why do some people need a plan before they move forward, others want to convince you their plan is the right one, and others just want to have fun and see what happens? Why do some…
What if the way you think, communicate, react under pressure, and connect with others isn’t random at all? And much of your experience could actually be decoded using a very specific behavioral model. And this model…
Leadership doesn’t usually fail in obvious ways. More often, it drifts. In this brief, solo episode, Jeff Miller, Partner at DoorTwo, shares a story from his executive coaching work that captures a familiar experience for many…
So many people are exhausted, overloaded, and trying to push through each day on empty. We’re living in a culture that rewards grinding, reacting, and always staying “on”, but no one ever taught us how to…
Most people feel pulled in different directions without realizing why. In this episode, Stephanie Au joins Shaun Dyke to talk about the shift that helps you cut through the noise and live on purpose. They explore…
What does it take to lead some of the world’s most recognizable brands? In this episode, Shaun Dyke sits down with John Carmichael, President of Kimberly-Clark North America and former CEO of Nestlé Canada, to explore…
In this episode, Shaun Dyke and Chris Stemp break down the single skill that defines every great leader – the skillful use of influence. From parenting to executive coaching, we explore how influence actually works, why…
Most people don’t realize they’re living by patterns they didn’t choose. In this episode, we talk about why so many of us lead by default — and how to start leading by design. Shaun Dyke and…
Welcome to In The Arena — a different kind of leadership podcast. This isn’t about quick tips or surface-level advice. It’s about the deeper work — uncovering the patterns that run you, the scripts you’ve inherited, and the…
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