Backstage Pass Podcast

About Backstage Pass Podcast

Presented by GDA Speakers, a premier global speakers bureau, Backstage Pass with GDA Speakers hosted by Gail Davis invites you into the exciting world of keynote speaking and event planning expertise. Each episode pulls back the curtain with exclusive interviews from top keynote speakers, industry insiders, and event professionals. Join us as we explore expert insights, inspiring stories, and actionable advice to help you create unforgettable events.

Publisher

GDA Speakers

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jul 2024

Latest episode

4 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

201 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Sept 2026

   Your Playbook for Success in Today’s Workplace with Carla Harris

   In this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with Carla Harris, Vice Chairman, Managing Director and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley, to unpack the practical strategies that have shaped her nearly four decades on Wall Street. From navigating uncertainty and rapid change to building relationships that move careers forward, Carla shares her signature Carla’s Pearls and explains how professionals at every level can be more intentional about how they show up, connect with other...

2. 

   17 Aug 2026

   The Combat-Proven Formula for Stronger Teams with Jason Harris

   On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with bestselling author, retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, professional pilot, and keynote speaker Jason Harris to explore the combat-proven principles behind his No Fail Trust® methodology. After 11 combat deployments, Jason knows what it takes to operate in environments where the stakes are high and trust is essential to getting the mission done. He shares how those experiences shaped his approach to teamwork and why the same princ...

3. 

   4 Aug 2026

   Why The Future Belongs To The Curious with Jamie Metzl

   On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis welcomes futurist, bestselling author, and technology strategist Jamie Metzl for a conversation about one of the biggest challenges facing leaders today: how to prepare for a future that's changing faster than ever. Drawing on decades of work spanning AI, healthcare, biotechnology, and geopolitics, Jamie explains why the future isn't about humans versus technology. It's about learning how the two can work together. He shares practical insights for...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

44,095

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100

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Quality

74

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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