What if success doesn’t follow a single path?

In this episode of Disruption Lab, Patrick sits down with Colleen Brown and her son Pierce Brown for a conversation that highlights two very different journeys, both pursued with clarity and intention.

Colleen has led at the highest levels as a CEO and board member. Pierce has built a global following as the author of the Red Rising series. Their careers look nothing alike, and that is exactly the point.

This conversation will push you to disrupt the belief that there is one right way to build a meaningful life. You will hear how each of them found and committed to their own path, how they think about their work, and how they continue to grow without trying to become someone else.

What stands out most is the dynamic between them. There is a deep sense of respect, admiration, and appreciation for each other’s journey. It is a reminder that we do not have to choose the same path to support, value, and learn from one another.

If you are navigating your own direction, this episode offers a grounded perspective. You do not need a single path. You need your path, and the awareness to recognize and respect it in others.

Learn more about Pierce’s work at https://www.piercebrown.com

What if the stress you’re feeling isn’t something to manage but something to rethink entirely?

In this episode of Disruption Lab, Patrick sits down with Amy Leneker to explore how our relationship with stress shapes the way we show up at work and in life. Too often, we treat stress as the enemy and joy as something we will get to later. Amy challenges that thinking and offers a more practical approach that helps you navigate pressure without losing yourself in the process.

This conversation will push you to disrupt the way you think about stress, success, and what it means to enjoy the life you are building.

Amy is the author of Cheers to Monday, where she shares insights and tools to help people create more energy, clarity, and fulfillment in their everyday lives. You can learn more at her website https://www.amyleneker.com

In this episode of the Disruption Lab podcast, Patrick Leddin sits down with Serena Ainslie, founder of Girl Math Capital, to explore how she’s rewriting the rules of investing and entrepreneurship. Serena shares her unconventional path into the world of venture capital and the mission behind Girl Math Capital—empowering women to confidently step into the financial arena and build companies that disrupt the status quo.

They discuss the unique challenges female founders face in raising capital, why redefining risk is key to innovation, and how data, intuition, and courage come together in the investment process.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an investor, or someone curious about the future of finance, this conversation will challenge the way you think about disruption, opportunity, and leadership. Learn more at www.girlmath.capital

What would you do if every decision you made had to be right, and you had less than a second to make it?

In this episode of The Disruption Lab, Patrick Leddin sits down with Professional Racing Driver & Entrepreneur Phiroze Bilimoria to explore what it takes to perform when the pace is relentless and the pressure is high. Phiroze shares how he manages split-second decisions, works seamlessly with his team, and turns disruption on the track into fuel for success. Whether you lead from the boardroom or the driver’s seat, you’ll walk away with practical lessons on staying calm under pressure, executing with precision, and using challenges as a catalyst for growth.

To learn more about Phiroze you can visit www.phirozeracing.co.uk

What happens when you spend your life climbing the career mountain—only to find the summit is empty?

In this episode of Disruption Lab, entrepreneur, investor, and former gubernatorial candidate Jeff Burningham joins us to explore what it really means to be human in an AI-powered world. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his new book The Last Book Written by a Human and offers insights on purpose, passion, and leadership in uncertain times.

Together, we discuss the difference between chasing success and living with significance—and how reclaiming our humanity may be the most disruptive act of all.

You can learn more about Jeff and his work at https://www.jeffburningham.com/

What does it take to lead when the situation is intense, uncertain, and everything’s on the line?

In this episode of Disruption Lab, Army Veteran, combat leader, and NYT bestselling author Matt Eversmann shares what he’s learned about courage, clarity, and composure in the face of chaos. From the battlefields of Somalia (as portrayed in Black Hawk Down) to boardrooms and leadership training today, Matt’s insights are as real as they come.

We discuss how to make decisions under pressure, stay grounded in unpredictable environments, and lead others through fear and fog. If you want to thrive—not just survive—when things get tough, this conversation is for you.

You can learn more about Matt and his work at https://www.matteversmann.com/

What if the biggest breakthroughs in your career come from saying yes to the hard stuff—the roles you’re not quite ready for, the problems no one wants, the uncertainty everyone avoids?

In this episode of The Disruption Lab, NYT bestselling author and leadership expert Liz Wiseman shares why she believes her own success came from what she calls a naive yes. We explore the difference between ordinary contributors and the rare impact players—the people who step up when things get messy, clarify what matters when roles are fuzzy, and make themselves invaluable during times of disruption.

Liz brings insights from her bestselling books like Multipliers and Impact Players to help you see how disruption isn’t just something to survive—it’s an opportunity to lead. Whether you're an individual contributor or a senior executive, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting for clarity and start creating it.

You can learn more about Liz and her work at https://thewisemangroup.com/who-we-are/our-team/liz-wiseman/