Keeping It Real with Jac and Ral

Hosted by Jac and Ral

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138

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Oct 2026

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Be entertained, hilariously challenged and profoundly inspired by the very REAL podcast duo, Jac and Ral! Podcast drops every Monday morning 7am

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October 18, 202631 min

The Courage Gap

Want more courage? Here’s your masterclass in how to identify your courage gap and gain more courage. Jac & Ral are joined by leadership advisor and six times author Dr Margie Warrell who has just released her book the Courage Gap and what Margie shares is fascinating! Know the difference between confidence and courage Learn about the timidity tax Find out if women and men are equally courageous And are you are a cognitive miser? Don’t miss this awesome episode and get ready to brave up and keep it real! Find Margie here: Website: https://margiewarrell.com/ Books: https://margiewarrell.com/books LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ Your Support Keeps the Show Going: https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

October 11, 2026Episode 13223 min

Your Future Self

In this episode, Jac & Ral break down what it actually means to meet your "Future Self" - moving past daily survival mode and into intentional design. We explore why forward-planning is your ultimate leadership life hack, how anticipation beats reaction every single time, and how to stop white-knuckling a path that stopped serving you months ago. If you're ready to: Stop being a follower and start anticipating what's around the corner. Align your daily actions with the version of who you're actually trying to become. Trade reactive chaos for future-fit clarity and control. Then Giddyup to you – your future self will thank you. Hit play to look ahead. Your Support Keeps the Show Going: https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

October 4, 2026Episode 13128 min

How to Build and Lead an “A-Team”

Ever wondered what it takes to build a high-performing team today? In this episode Jac & Ral dive deep into modern talent, high-density teams, and future-fluent leadership. They discuss what the modern “A-Team” looks like, how to hunt for real talent, how to be an “A-Team” leader and share some world class examples where brands maintain high density talent (yes it’s a thing!) and protect psychological safety. And they share what every leader should be asking to determine who stays in an A team and who doesn’t. Your Support Keeps the Show Going: https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

September 27, 2026Episode 13034 min

Ready to Perform at Your Best?

Are you drawing down on your personal energy reserves faster than you’re replenishing them? In Part 2 of our deep dive with neuroscientist and DNA expert Alessandra Edwards, we unpack why caffeine dependency, shorter fuses, and workouts that leave you exhausted are red flags. Jac & Ral also learn what happens to your mind and body in your 30s, 40s, and 50s (reality check!) and why midlife is your crucial setup for long-term health. If you’re a Keeper ready to protect your vitality and perform at your best, this episode is the bomb! Alessandra Edwards https://www.instagram.com/alessandra.edwards/ The DNA of Performance https://www.dymocks.com.au/the-dna-of-performance-by-alessandra-edwards-9781922357540 Your Support Keeps the Show Going: https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

September 20, 202624 min

Leadership Lessons from Dolly Parton

She invented the portfolio career before we knew it was a thing… In this episode Jac and Ral pay tribute to the legendary Dolly Parton and break down her timeless business and leadership lessons. From her masterclass in self-reinvention (more than a few times over!) to owning her IP, Dolly proved she was far more than just a talented singer, she was a visionary business mastermind who expanded her brand from country and pop music to Broadway, acting, theme parks (Dollywood), and global philanthropy, all while remaining radically true to herself. Ral shares a story very few know about and together they discuss their favourite Dolly quotes (and songs!). In a world full of same same, we should all strive to be more like Dolly. Your Support Keeps the Show Going: https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

September 13, 2026Episode 12828 min

The Secret to Sustained Performance (Part 1)

Are you running on empty, struggling to switch off, or finding it harder to bring your best self to work? In this episode, Jac and Ral are joined by Alessandra Edwards, author of The DNA of Performance and expert advisor on the biology of high performance. They explore the critical distinction between your capability (what you know) and your capacity (what you can physically access each day). Plus, Alessandra breaks down why middle-age fatigue might be depletion rather than aging, how your genetic energy blueprint influences stress, and why 84% of leaders aren't taking proper breaks during the workday. If you want to learn how to build sustainable biological capacity to avoid burnout in leadership and personal life – this is the episode for you! Alessandra Edwards https://www.instagram.com/alessandra.edwards/ The DNA of Performance https://www.dymocks.com.au/the-dna-of-performance-by-alessandra-edwards-9781922357540 The full extended episode is available on Patreon https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ Our upcoming Immersion https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmj2y6e84oqn1983mlc37/BROCHURE-Design-Your-Next-Chapter-2026.pdf?rlkey=na9zr13y1mhapzgd9wefm8cqq&st=uu6s7dj5&dl=0 New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

September 6, 2026Episode 12728 min

Rewire Your Brain (Before It Decides You Can't Do Stuff)

Ever caught yourself saying, "I'm just bad at tech," "I'm terrible at public speaking," or "I'm too old for this shit" ? Be careful... your brain is listening, and it’s gullible as hell. In this episode Jac and Ral discuss neuroplasticity - the science of how your brain constantly rewires itself based on what you feed it. Learn why your internal narrative is either building neural highways or sending you down a downward spiral. And find out why it's never too late to rewire! Jac & Ral share more about system 1 vs system 2 thinking, the power of manifestation and visualisation, and why flipping the script is the best hack going. Stop letting your self-limiting beliefs run the show. Tune in, rewire your brain, and find out just how much you’ve actually got left in the tank. ---- Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon. https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ Our upcoming Immersion https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmj2y6e84oqn1983mlc37/BROCHURE-Design-Your-Next-Chapter-2026.pdf?rlkey=na9zr13y1mhapzgd9wefm8cqq&st=uu6s7dj5&dl=0 New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

August 30, 2026Episode 12629 min

Keepers Burning Questions

In this episode Jac & Ral take a fresh batch of listener questions from our global community and answer them. They cover dealing with WFH slackers, false accusations at work, where the Keeping it Real podcast ideas come from, why nobody reads the meeting pre-reading you send out and more great questions from our curious global community of Keepers. Maybe you too have a colleague who seems to spend all day on their phone… Or you’re dealing with a boss who doesn't believe you… We dive into workplace dynamics, leadership presence, handling awkward conversations, and how to make sure your hard work actually gets noticed. Listen in, better still, send us your burning question for a future episode. Agony Aunts we aint, but we love dishing out REAL advice. ---- Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon. https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ Our upcoming Immersion https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmj2y6e84oqn1983mlc37/BROCHURE-Design-Your-Next-Chapter-2026.pdf?rlkey=na9zr13y1mhapzgd9wefm8cqq&st=uu6s7dj5&dl=0 New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

August 23, 2026Episode 12531 min

The 10 Career Credibility Killers

Get ready to see how many of these you're doing without even realising... In this episode Jac and Ral talk through the habits quietly wrecking your reputation, from over-relying on AI to over-promising things you never actually deliver, to gossiping your way into "everyone secretly doesn't trust me” and trying too hard. And there’s a couple of surprise killers of credibility you might be shocked by! Funny, uncomfortable, and very relevant. Rate yourself and see how many you're guilty of, Keepers. ---- Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon. https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ Our upcoming Immersion https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmj2y6e84oqn1983mlc37/BROCHURE-Design-Your-Next-Chapter-2026.pdf?rlkey=na9zr13y1mhapzgd9wefm8cqq&st=uu6s7dj5&dl=0 New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

August 16, 2026Episode 12432 min

Is It Time to Leave Your Career Behind…?

This one’s all about career reinvention and designing your next chapter. And why the word and associated feeling behind "retirement" needs a serious rebrand, because the idea of doing nothing for 20 years is nobody's dream. Jac and Ral unpack the real reasons people stay stuck - money fears, the terrifying question of "who'd actually pay me for this," and the myth that “certainty’ exists anywhere. Jac shares how she planned her own exit and why a bit of desperation is your new best friend. Together they also get into the rise of portfolio careers and fractional executive work, the data behind why more people are building multiple income streams, because it turns out the best boss you'll ever have is staring back at you in the mirror! ---- Your support helps keep this show going — join us on Patreon. https://tinyurl.com/jacandralpatreon Future Fluency Index https://www.futurefluencyindex.com/ Our upcoming Immersion https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmj2y6e84oqn1983mlc37/BROCHURE-Design-Your-Next-Chapter-2026.pdf?rlkey=na9zr13y1mhapzgd9wefm8cqq&st=uu6s7dj5&dl=0 New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown