What can leaders learn from a great rock radio DJ?

In this episode of Lead Human, Jack Myers and Tim Spengler sit down with Kristine Stone, SiriusXM DJ and one of the most recognizable voices in rock radio, for a conversation about music, communication, authenticity, and what human connection sounds like.

Kristine opens up about the person behind the microphone, from being a single mom and raising twin boys to surviving difficult personal relationships and finding her own voice. She talks about why her on-air presence works because she’s simply being herself, why the best communication feels one-to-one instead of one-to-many, and why saying “you” instead of “everyone” changes how people feel when they listen.

They also dive into the future of radio in an AI-driven world, why SiriusXM still believes in the human DJ, how rock bands mirror leadership dynamics, and what artists like Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Mick Jagger, and Pink Floyd can teach us about voice, control, conflict, and cultural influence.

If you care about communication, leadership, music, or what still feels human in a world of automation, this one’s for you.

Lead Human is hosted by Jack Myers & Tim Spengler, produced by Wondir Studios (Desta Wondirad), in association with Acast.

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