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Real World Leaders

Real World Leaders

Hosted by Radio America

Episodes

137

Latest episode

May 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Welcome to Real World Leaders (RWL), where we empower underprivileged teens to become tomorrow's leaders. Join us on a journey of growth, mentorship, and positive change. Subscribe for inspiring stories, career insights, and opportunities to make a difference. Together, we shape a brighter future. #RWLLeaders #EmpowerTeens For more information, visit radioamerica.com/real-world-leaders/

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May 31, 202643 min

People Pleasers, Pinball Machines, & Creativity

What's the key to turning people skills into success? Franklin Learning Center and Hopeworks students interview Crystal MacNeill, President & CEO of Acentus Practice Management, and David DeLizza, Chairman of the Board of Pennoni, and discuss customer service, lifelong learning, and balancing creativity with hard work.

May 25, 202644 min

Rock Music, Responsibility, & Rebounds

What does it take to lead when the pressure is on? Hopeworks and North10 Philadelphia students interview Kevin O'Donnell, President of O'Donnell Roofing, and Angela Rubino Hines, President & Co-Principal of Bovio Rubino Service, and discuss leadership through responsibility, staying level headed under pressure, and building strong relationships with the people around you.

May 18, 202644 min

Being Yourself, Showing Up Early, & Finding Your Voice

How do you grow into a leader without losing who you are? Hopeworks and KIPP DuBois Collegiate Academy students interview Jason Scholl, President of LK Miller, and Jill Gearin, Director of Communications for the Charleston Dirty Birds, and explore how authenticity, discipline, and communication can help people find their voice and lead by example.

May 11, 202644 min

Failing Fast, Learning to Listen, & Going Outside the Box

How do you make quick decisions while still taking the time to really listen? Franklin Learning Center High School and North10 Philadelphia students interview Joe Hand Jr., President of Joe Hand Promotions, and Jeff Kenton, Vice President & General Manager of Solenis, and explore how testing ideas, paying attention to people, and thinking beyond the obvious shape real-world decision making.

May 4, 202643 min

Point Guard, Family First, & Figuring It Out

How do strong leaders build relationships that last? Hopeworks and KIPP DuBois Collegiate Academy students interview Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage, and Jeff Mack, Executive Managing Director of NEWMARK, and explore how communication, empathy, and personal growth shape strong teams and create meaningful career paths.

April 27, 202643 min

Road Trips, Compassion, & Finding Direction

What does it take to build a successful business and lead with purpose? Franklin Learning Center High School and North10 Philadelphia students interview Todd Sager, President & CEO of AWE Tuning, and Michael Slupecki, CEO of Griswold Home Care, and explore how problem solving, communication, and investing in people can shape strong teams and create meaningful career paths.

April 19, 202643 min

Being the Sweeper, Knowing Your Worth, and Bowling

What's the most important thing to learn for success? DC International and Franklin Towne Charter HS students interview Guido Gallicchio, President of Thayer Distribution, and Adam Pardes, President of Neuroflow and discuss mental health, optimizing a smaller team, and building from nothing.

April 12, 202644 min

Family Business, Storytelling, and Martial Arts

What's the key to leading a collaborative team? Franklin Towne Charter HS students and young professionals from Hopeworks interview Tim Andrews, Former President & CEO of Advertising Specialty Institute and Evan Loh, CEO of Paratek and discuss small town life, creativity, and playing the cards life deals.

April 5, 202644 min

Choosing Friends, Roller Derbies, and Retiring

What's the hardest decision in business? Young adults from Hopeworks and high school students from KIPP DuBois Collegiate Academy interview Jane Hollingsworth, Co-Founder of Militia Hill Ventures, and Todd Schumacher, CEO of Vici Media and discuss self-doubt and being proud of taking a chance, having a strong work ethic, and iron sharpening iron

March 15, 202643 min

Having Daughters, Being an Avid Reader, and Friendships

What's the foundation of a good employee? DC International School and Franklin Charter Towne High School students interview Jeff Reimel, President of Reimel Machine, and Marc Albero, Vice President and General Manager of PAC Strapping and discuss habits and hobbies for success, growing a company, and quitting jobs.

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