Win Via Trust Leadership Podcast

About Win Via Trust Leadership Podcast

What separates resilient leaders and high-performing teams from the rest? Not technology. Not process. Trust. Win Via Trust is a leadership podcast that turns trust into a strategic advantage. Host Michael Rabinowitz interviews leaders and newsmakers from business, healthcare, the military, and more for practical leadership advice on building trust, closing deals, and delivering exceptional performance. Drawing on three decades in Fortune 100 companies and startups, Michael shares the trust leadership insights and leadership strategies you can apply immediately. Produced by Intelluvia Media

Publisher

Michael Rabinowitz

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Feb 2026

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Win Via Trust: Trusted Decisions with Imperfect Data

   No data is perfect. Leaders still have to decide. Dr. Ed Keating, Deputy Director of National Security Analysis at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), shares how to make decisions people can trust anyway, drawing on a career that took him from aspiring professor to 24 years as a defense economist at the RAND Corporation and then to CBO. Host Michael Rabinowitz and Ed discuss: Telling the truth about what the data say, without anticipating what a sponsor wants to hear Making sound decisions with imperfect data through transparent assumptions and sensitivity analysis Responding when critics dismiss findings by attacking the data Protecting nonpartisan credibility when every number can become political Why defense decisions often mirror the tradeoffs business leaders face Building trust by working together in person and delegating with room to fail A measured look at what AI will and won’t change Why more women should consider careers in national security Dr. Keating appears in his personal capacity. The views he shares are his own and not those of the Congressional Budget Office. Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction 01:38 Ed’s Career Journey: From Aspiring Professor to RAND and CBO 04:20 Trust and Objectivity in National Security Analysis 06:02 When Trust Becomes a Strategic Advantage 08:25 Making Decisions with Imperfect Data 11:41 Handling Pushback: When Critics Say “The Data Are Bad” 13:06 Protecting Nonpartisan Credibility 15:08 Briefing Leaders Effectively 18:36 Myths About Defense Decisions 20:42 What Grad School Doesn’t Teach About Rigor 22:35 Leadership Advice for Monday Morning 26:13 AI: Impact and Skepticism 28:38 Encouraging Women in National Security 29:55 Resources and Closing Resources mentioned: cbo.gov, rand.org, winviatrust.com Looking for more insights, the award-winning Win Via Trust (https://amazon.com/dp/B0GSFH3RSD) is availble. Produced by Intelluvia Media

2. 

   14 Oct 2026

   Win Via Trust: Trust, Hollywood and Humility

   How do you keep a team’s trust when nobody knows howthe story ends? Host Michael Rabinowitz and Emmy-nominated Hollywood producer Guy Shalem explore how trust drives both filmmaking and leadership. Guy defines trust as integrity, and as a process of “earning and keeping and earning it again” as you lead people through difficult, uncertain creative journeys. In this episode: How Guy’s film Monument came together: an unfinished documentary, a Shabbat dinner with the story’s real-life subject, and Jon Voight signing on a week before shooting Why filmmaking is “controlled chaos,” and the biggest misconception about trust in Hollywood Why earning trust can be harder with newcomers than with veterans, with stories from projects involving Jane Lynch, Betty White, and Paris Hilton Building SZZL during the pandemic to produce remote content at a fraction of the usual cost, and what AI means for leaders Meeting of the Masters, his underground dinner club, where role reversal and service build humility, connection, and trust Why the human heart remains a leader’s edge over machines Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:30 Meet Guy Shalem 01:49 Defining Trust 03:09 Making Monument 05:04 Hollywood Trust Myths 07:06 Directing Stars 08:37 Startups and AI 12:19 Underground Dinner Club 16:17 Humility and Leadership 17:26 Heart Over Machines 19:22 How to Follow Guy 19:58 Closing and Summary If you found the podcast insightful, go deeper with the book Win Via Trust (https://amazon.com/dp/B0GSFH3RSD) Subscribe to The Trust Lens newsletter and future episodes: https://winviatrust.com (https://winviatrust.com) Trust is the winning strategy. Produced by Intelluvia Media

3. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Win Via Trust: Trust, Baked In

   She left a thriving corporate career to bake pastries, and built a global business on trust. On this episode of the Win Via Trust Leadership Podcast, host Michael Rabinowitz sits down with Sophie Dubost, founder of Voilà Chef. Sophie had it all on paper: advanced degrees and a successful corporate career. She walked away to train as a pastry chef at Ferrandi Paris. Today Voilà Chef brings the best pastry chefs in France, including Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, to bakers worldwide through 140+ courses and 900+ technique videos. How do you get the world's most demanding chefs to trust a newcomer with their craft? One great master class at a time. Sophie tells Michael how a single satisfied chef sparked a "chain of trust," why filming days push even champions to their limits, and why her biggest mistakes turned out to be her best trust-builders. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:41 Defining Trust in Leadership 03:05 Earning Chefs' Trust 04:16 Behind the Scenes Filming 05:19 Scaling Without Losing Quality 07:03 Building Customer Trust Online 08:48 Where to Find Voilà Chef 09:15 Trust with Offline-First Customers 10:30 Trust Signals When Hiring 11:49 Life Sciences vs. Culinary Trust 13:09 Self-Trust and Leaving the Corporate Path 15:43 Favorite Pastries 16:18 Mistakes That Build Trust 18:01 Closing Produced by Intelluvia Media. Get Michael Rabinowitz's book, Win Via Trust, in hardcover, paperback, or Kindle on Amazon, and find the Trustworthy Decision Matrix and more resources at WinViaTrust.com. Subscribe for new episodes with leaders and newsmakers on building trust in leadership.

4. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Win Via Trust: Trust from Cockpit to NATO

   Can a fighter pilot, a U.S. Senator, and a NASA contractor all trust the same person? Retired U.S. Navy Captain W. Scott Butler explains why the answer is yes. On this episode of the Win Via Trust Leadership Podcast, he joins host Michael Rabinowitz to trace trust from the cockpit of an F-14 to the halls of NATO, and into the boardrooms of the defense industry. Butler is no stranger to the power of trust having commanded a Navy strike fighter squadron, ran a base of 3,000 troops from a dozen nations during combat operations over Libya, and led a NATO School, educating more than 10,000 students a year from over 80 countries. He shares stories and practical insights that cover empowering junior ranks despite huge risks, transitioning to new technology with humility, and managing international teams of different cultures and customs. Butler discusses what trust has meant throughout his career journey including a sharp contrast between the military and Capitol Hill. He does not hold back and uses the Navy's "Fat Leonard" scandal as a cautionary tale of betrayal of trust, while giving listeners plenty to think about and practical suggestions to immediately elevate their leadership skills. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 02:16 Defining Trust 04:18 Trust and Empowerment on the Flight Deck 06:23 Leading Through Transition 08:42 Humility as a Critical Leadership Attribute 10:32 What Trust Means on Capitol Hill 14:23 Multinational Command in Italy 18:29 Trust as Business Currency 22:28 Building Trust Across Cultures 24:31 When Trust Gets Betrayed 27:41 One Practical Trust Habit 28:59 Takeaways Produced by Intelluvia Media Get the book Win Via Trust on Amazon and find more episodes and resources at winviatrust.com.

5. 

   2 Sept 2026

   Win Via Trust: Earning Public Trust Through Hurricanes, Tornadoes and AI

   What does it take to make a life-or-death forecast to millions of people who've never met you and be right often enough that they keep coming back? This episode of Win Via Trust Leadership podcast brings practical leadership advice from an unexpected source: the national weather desk. Host Michael Rabinowitz sits down with Steven Strouss, meteorologist and weather producer at NBC News, whose forecasts guide viewers through hurricanes, tornadoes, and everything in between. Steve's career runs through AccuWeather, CBS3 Philadelphia, and News 12 in the New York market before landing him on the national desk at NBC — earning an Emmy Award along the way. Their conversation surfaces trust leadership strategies that apply far beyond a newsroom: what actually earns public trust in an era of algorithm-driven misinformation, why meteorologists remain some of the most trusted faces in media even as public trust broadly declines, how Steve decides how much responsibility to hand a new intern before a severe weather night, and what happens when AI forecasting models disagree with human judgment. Topics covered:— How Steve defines trust, and why it's one-sided when you're the one on TV— The biggest misconceptions about meteorology — Why meteorologists have held onto public trust while other institutions haven't — The forecast Steve wishes he could take back, and the cautionary tale of a Philadelphia meteorologist who never recovered from one— How much to delegate to a new intern — Does AI raise or lower public trust in forecasting? — One trust-building habit any executive can adopt Monday morning Chapters:0:00 Welcome and Guest Intro1:30 Defining Trust in Forecasting4:17 Meteorology Misconceptions7:14 Why Weathercasters Earn Trust11:52 Trust Under Pressure13:07 Forecasting Mistakes and Accountability17:05 Delegating on Severe Nights20:15 AI and the Future of Forecasts24:08 Communicating in Real Time26:01 Trust Habits for Leaders27:53 Final Reflections and Wrap Up Get Michael Rabinowitz's book, Win Via Trust, in hardcover,paperback, or Kindle on Amazon, and find the Trustworthy Decision Matrix and more resources at WinViaTrust.com. Subscribe for new episodes with leaders and newsmakers onbuilding trust in leadership. Produced by Intelluvia Media.

6. 

   12 May 2026

   Win Via Trust: Trust Highlights

   This special episode of the Win Via Trust Leadership Podcastbrings together the most powerful and thought provoking moments from our first nine conversations. The season spans CEOs, military leaders, physician executives, nonprofit innovators, and creators who are reshaping how trust works in modern leadership. Across these standout clips, you will hear leaders define trust in their own words, share stories of accountability, explore how trust breaks and gets repaired, and reflect on the mentors who shaped their careers. You will also hear candid insights on artificial intelligence, ethics, and the evolving expectations of leadership in 2026. Featured Themes -What Trust Really Means - How Leaders Build and Lose Trust - Repairing Trust - AI and Trust - Mentors Who Shape Us Why This Episode Matters This highlightcollection serves as a reset and a chance to revisit the ideas that sparked the most reaction and reflection throughout the season. Whether you are a leader, builder, creator, or someone navigating trust in your own work, these insights offer a grounded and practical lens on what trust makes possible. Details 00:00 Welcome and Season Recap 00:59 Defining Trust 03:47 Trust Builds Scale 07:39 Handling Untrustworthy People 10:44 Repairing Trust and Apologies 12:40 The Role of AI 15:04 High Stakes Trust Military 16:49 Mentors 20:43 Trust Based Leadership Culture 22:01 Self Reflection and Closing About the Show Win ViaTrust is hosted by Michael Rabinowitz, author of Win Via Trust, now available on Amazon and other retailers. Each episode features direct conversations with leaders and newsmakers who are redefining how trust drives performance, culture, and impact. Produced by Intelluvia Media

7. 

   28 Apr 2026

   Win Via Trust: The Trustworthy Dealmaker

   What happens when a multimillion‑dollar research partnership collapses overnight? In this week’s Win Via Trust leadership podcast episode, Michael Rabinowitz sits down with Pamela “Pam” Demain, CEO of Prokaryotics, for a sharp, grounded conversation on how trust becomes a true leadership advantage in biotech and beyond. Pam’s definition of trust is both simple and powerful: honesty, respect, openness, active listening, and consistent follow‑through. She explains how those behaviors motivate teams, accelerate problem‑solving, and shape culture. We also explore: Empowering women leaders and the Biotech CEO Sisterhood, The role and importance of alliance management, A research collaboration that stalled and how trust reset the path forward, How apology, used well, strengthens negotiations without losing leverage, The crucial role of mentors, and much more. A concise, insightful episode from a leader who has operated at every level of the industry. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:13 Defining Trust in Leadership 02:58 Women Leaders and Trust 04:35 Deal Breakdown to Breakthrough 08:59 Relationship Building Playbook 11:57 Professional Boards and Networking 13:50 A Tough Negotiator Who Apologizes 16:22 Mentorship and Dad’s Lessons 18:46 Trust as Competitive Advantage 20:49 Closing Produced by Intelluvia Media.

8. 

   14 Apr 2026

   Win Via Trust: Building Trust One Rep at a Time

   How does a franchise win trust in a crowded fitness market? In this Win Via Trust leadership podcast episode, I talk with Eric Rothstein, former pharma marketer turned Spenga Springhouse franchise owner, about the one thing that keeps members coming back: trust built through consistent delivery. Eric breaks down how his franchise earns that trust withpersonalized coaching, clear outcomes, and zero surprises, driving attrition far below typical gyms. He shares the retention moves that matter—transparency, helping members define their “why,” and using change‑managementprinciples to turn good intentions into lasting habits. We also get into how he measures trust through NPS,attendance patterns, real conversations, and social proof, and how he adapts communication across a diverse team while keeping feedback flowing during constant change. Watch for a sharp look at how a franchise owner turns trust into a competitive edge. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:19 Defining Trust in Leadership 05:46 Winning Customer Trust 08:05 Customer Retention 11:25 Measuring Trust and Feedback 13:18 Social Media Credibility 15:40 Leading a Diverse Team 18:36 Creating a Feedback Culture 21:42 Closing and Subscribe Produced by Intelluvia Media.

9. 

   31 Mar 2026

   Win Via Trust: Titan of Social Services

   If you want to understand trust, talk to the people whorebuild it every day. That’s why this week’s Win Via Trust leadership podcast features Kara Teeple, CEO of Lawrence Hall since 2015, one of Chicago’s most respected nonprofits serving young people and families who have experienced trauma, instability, and broken trust. In this full‑length conversation, we explore: How leaders rebuild trust in environments where it’s been fractured What it takes to create stability for people who’ve rarely experienced it How nonprofit teams show up with consistency, clarity, and care Why mission‑driven leadership often reveals the purest form of trust. It’s one of the most grounded and human discussions we’vehad on the show. 00:00 Welcome 02:01 Why Social Services 03:34 What Trust Means at Nonprofits 06:38 Earning Donor Confidence 11:01 Listening as a Leadership Skill 13:47 Trauma Informed Misconceptions 15:14 Women and Trust in Leadership 16:15 National Child Abuse Prevention Month efforts 18:02 Self Reflection and Closing Produced by Intelluvia Media.

10. 

    17 Mar 2026

    Win Via Trust: Much More Than Garbage

    What does it take to earn trust in an industry most peoplenever think about, but rely on every single day? In this episode of the Win Via Trust Leadership Podcast, Michael Rabinowitz talks with James “Jim” Dancy, a longtime Waste Management executive who led operations across 26 states and 14 countries. Jim defines trust through integrity, character, and keeping your word, and recounts several workplace stories that offer valuable insights such as restoring public trust for the company in Oregon through transparency and direct communication. Jim also discusses building credibility internationally, navigating required partnerships, and a leadership approach grounded in listening, clarity, and steady communication.

11. 

    3 Mar 2026

    Win Via Trust: Customer Insights and More

    What happens to trust when everything is on the line? In this Win Via Trust leadership podcast episode, Mindy Heintskill explores what leadership looks like when the stakes are high—from guiding a telehealth company through the uncertainty of the COVID‑19 pandemic to helping shape a Walgreens loyalty program that reached more than 90 million consumers. Episode Detail 00:00  Welcome and Guest Intro 01:24  Mindy’s Career Journey 04:05  Defining Trust in Telehealth 07:29  Responding to COVID-19 Pandemic 10:32  Trust by Design in Loyalty Program 13:00  How to Apologize Well 14:04  When Trust Meets Tradeoffs 17:38  Big Company vs Startup Trust 19:44  Mentor Advice 21:57  How to Change Your Mind 23:36  Closing Produced by Intelluvia Media

12. 

    17 Feb 2026

    Win Via Trust: Military and Much More

    Are there lessons about trust that we can learn from the military? In this Win Via Trust leadership podcast, Michael Rabinowitz interviews Keith Dozier, a business executive and former lieutenant in the navy, about how trust shapes leadership across military and business contexts. Keith shares his life journey in which he was raised by his mother, joined the military and rose to senior leadership roles at Cigna, Cencora, Cardinal Health, General Mills and more. Using his deep and broad marketing expertise, he connects trust to customer journey design, brand equity, and offers insights as to how to measure and evaluate trust at the company level. Keith also discusses the value of mentoring and handling untrustworthy behavior. If you wish to learn from the real-world experiences of others, please tune in and begin to apply these lessons immediately. Podcast Episode Detail: 00:00   Welcome to Win Via Trust 01:32   Keith’s Time in the Navy 03:29   From Military Service to Business 05:46   Launching a Business Career at General Mills 07:12   Mentors Who Shaped His Leadership Style 08:12   Trust Defined 11:16   Trust Within Customer Journeys 13:19   How to Measure Brand Trust 15:52   Building Trust on Teams and Handling Untrustworthy Behavior 20:38   AI and Where It Really Adds Value 23:33  Trust as the Foundation of Every Relationship 24:35   Closing Thoughts Produced by Intelluvia Media.

13. 

    5 Feb 2026

    Win Via Trust: Is AI Trustworthy?

    Should you trust AI? In this episode of Win Via Trust, host Michael Rabinowitz sits down with Gemini, an AI powered by Google, for a deep and practical conversation about what trust really means in the age of intelligent systems. Together, they unpack the core elements of AI trustworthiness—predictability, transparency, safety, and human oversight—and explore how leaders can use AI effectively while steering clear of its hiddenpitfalls and emerging risks. The discussion covers everything from hallucination ratesand algorithmic bias to environmental costs, high‑risk use cases, and the psychology behind emotional trust in machines. If you’re a leader, builder, or decision‑maker navigating AI adoption, this episode offers a grounded, strategic framework for integrating AI into your work while maintaining clarity, judgment, and ethical responsibility. Episode Details: 00:00 Introduction to the Win Via Trust Podcast 00:07 Meet Gemini: The AI on Google Search 01:40 Understanding Trust in AI 02:45 AI Trustworthiness and Safety Measures 03:27 Hallucination Rates in AI Models 05:47 High‑Risk Areas for AI Use 07:27 Systemic and Operational AI Limitations 09:04 AI Apologies and Trust Rebuilding 10:53 Does AI Trust Humans 12:26 Evaluating AI Trustworthiness for Business 14:19 Top AI Vendors in 2025 16:22 Emotional Trust and Automation Bias 17:58 Strategies to Overcome Automation Bias 21:18 Promoting Critical Thinking with AI 22:56 Final Thoughts on AI and Trust Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, trust, andthe future of business. Produced by Intelluvia Media.

14. 

    3 Feb 2026

    Win Via Trust: Chief Medical Officer for Millions

    How does trust shape the future of healthcare? In this episode of Win Via Trust, host Michael Rabinowitzsits down with Dr. Harry Leider, a visionary physician executive with over 25 years of experience as a healthcare executive and entrepreneur, with extensive experience serving in C-suite roles and advancing breakthroughs in patient care across multiple sectors of the health care industry. Dr. Leider reflects on his journey at the intersection of medicine and business, including his influentialtenure as Chief Medical Officer at Walgreens, where he helped drive major advances in patient care and digital health, including a patient community of over one million members. Together, they explore why trust is the foundation of effective healthcare leadership—from patient engagement and emerging technologies to organizational culture and strategic decision‑making. If you’re a leader navigating complexity in healthcare orany mission‑driven field, this conversation offers practicalinsights you can apply immediately. Episode Details: 00:00 Introduction to the Win Via Trust Podcast 00:19 Meet Dr. Harry Leider: A Visionary in Healthcare 01:14 Inspiration Behind a Dual Career in Medicine andBusiness 03:28 The Importance of Mentorship in Leadership 04:43 Trust in Healthcare: A Higher Standard 05:53 Building Trust in Medicine 08:15 Successful Partnerships and Digital Health Innovations 10:14 Challenges and Trust in Emerging Technologies 15:20 The Role of AI in Healthcare 19:17 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom Subscribe for more conversations on leadership and trust released bi-weekly to help make trust a competitive advantage for you. Produced by Intelluvia Media.

15. 

    3 Feb 2026

    Win Via Trust: The Surgeon in the Orchestra Pit (Audio Only)

    Is trust more important to a musician or surgeon? Join Michael Rabinowitz on the Win Via Trust Podcast for a conversation with Dr. Joseph Markoff, a rare leader whose career spans two demanding worlds: the precision of ophthalmology and the artistry of a classically trained musician. From performing trumpet in major orchestras to pioneeringadvances in eye surgery and patient care, Dr. Markoff shares how trust shaped every chapter of his journey. In this episode, he reflects on the role of trust in high‑stakescollaboration — whether between musicians and conductors, surgeons and their teams, educators and their residents, orathletes and their coaches. Through personal stories and hard‑earned lessons, Dr. Markoff reveals how trust fuels confidence, accelerates performance, and strengthens relationships across disciplines. Episode Detail: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Joseph Markoff 01:04 Defining Trust: A Personal Perspective 02:34 Trust in Music: Orchestras and Conductors 04:45 Trust in Medicine: Operating Room Challenges 05:40 Building Trust Quickly: New Colleagues and Situations 08:40 Trust in Education: Teaching Residents 11:13 Self‑Trust and Confidence: A LifelongJourney 17:11 Trust in Professional Sports: Athletes and TheirChallenges 18:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Subscribe for more conversations that are released bi-weeklyand illuminate how trust drives leadership and sustainable success. Produced by Intelluvia Media.

16. 

    3 Feb 2026

    Win Via Trust: Titan of Email

    Looking to elevate your email marketing strategy orstrengthen the way you lead remote teams? This episode of Win Via Trust, hosted by Michael Rabinowitz,delivers a masterclass in both. Michael sits down with Sean Cohen, Chief Operating Officer at AWeber, one of the world’s leading email marketing and software automation platforms. Sean shares his career journey that has led him to be named for two consecutive years in the Philadelphia Titan 100, which recognizes the top 100 CEOs & C-level executives in the area. Together, they explore how trust drives effective leadership, long‑term client retention, and high‑performing remote teams. Sean breaks down the metrics that matter in email marketing, the communication habits that keep distributed teams aligned, and the leadership principles thathave helped AWeber earn recognition as one of the 25 best places to work in Pennsylvania. If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or builder of mission‑driventeams, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediately. Episode Details: 00:00 Introduction to the Win Via Trust Podcast 00:18 Meet Sean Cohen: COO of AWeber 01:11 Sean's Career Journey 04:49 Building Trust and Customer Relationships 09:14 Key Metrics for Email Marketing Success 13:18 Leading Remote Teams Effectively 20:03 Client Retention and Trust Strategies 23:38 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Trust 25:05 Conclusion and Farewell Subscribe for bi-weekly episodes packed with invaluable leadership lessons. Produced by Intelluvia Media.

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    1 Feb 2026

    Win Via Trust: Start Here

    Trust is the starting point of effective leadership. Before strategy, before execution, before results — leadersmust earn the confidence of the people they serve. That’s why Win Via Trust is so important. In Win Via Trust, you will find clear insights and practical direction that will meaningfully elevate your leadership—wherever you are in your leadership journey. In this two-minute introductory episode, Michael Rabinowitz, the Founder of Win Via Trust, goes over the importance of trust, the objectives for the podcast series, and subsequentepisodes. Ideal for anyone responsible for revenue, performance,culture, or people, this podcast offers real-world advice to help you lead with trust and achieve sustainable success. Subscribe for bi-weekly episodes packed withinvaluable leadership lessons. Produced by Intelluvia Media.

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