Essential Skills for Humaning Podcast

Change the Brain for Better Mental, Physical, and Emotional Health with Dr. Robert Melillo

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, workforce development expert Christina Eanes sits down with Dr. Robert Melillo, a renowned authority on developmental neurological conditions, including ADHD, autism, OCD, dyslexia, anxiety, depression, and tics in children and adults. Drawing from over 30 years as a clinician, professor, brain researcher, and bestselling author, Dr. Melillo shares eye-opening insights into how the brain works and how we can actively transform it. Tune in to learn practical strategies for optimizing your brain's potential and enhancing your mental, physical, and emotional well-being at any stage of life.
If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Melillo visit his website at DrRobertMelillo.com.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

Speak So They Listen: Presenting What Execs Really Want with Christina Eanes

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, host Christina Eanes, workforce development expert and former FBI violent crime analyst and senior leader, dives into the high-stakes world of executive presentations. Whether you're briefing senior leaders, pitching a big idea, or sharing critical updates, how you deliver your message can make or break its impact. Christina shares three powerful strategies to help you lead with clarity, speak your audience’s language, and respond to pushback with confidence. If you want to present like a leader, not just a subject matter expert, this episode is for you.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

Why You Overwork Yourself with Susanne Madsen

In this episode of Essential Skills for Humaning, workforce development expert Christina Eanes reconnects with globally recognized executive coach Susanne Madsen for a powerful conversation on the hidden costs of overworking. Specializing in transformational leadership for complex project environments, Susanne shares how overworking silently erodes performance, well-being, and leadership impact, and what we can do about it. Tune in to learn how to recognize the signs in your own life and take practical steps toward restoring balance and sustainable success.
If you’d like to learn more about Susanne, visit her website at SusanneMadsen.co.uk.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

A Great Idea Means Nothing If It's Poorly Presented with Christina Eanes

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, host Christina Eanes, workforce development expert and former FBI violent crime analyst and senior leader, shares why presentation skills are essential for every professional, not just public speakers. Whether you're leading a meeting, pitching an idea, or giving a quick update, how you present affects how you're heard, trusted, and remembered. Christina offers three practical strategies to help you speak with clarity, confidence, and connection - no stage required.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

The Unconditionals with Andy Crocker

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, workforce development expert Christina Eanes sits down with Andy Crocker, a seasoned aerospace executive with over 30 years of experience leading high-performance teams and tackling some of the most ambitious projects in space exploration, including NASA’s Human Landing System. For five years, Andy led a team competing head-to-head with titans like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos in a mission to return humans to the Moon. But when that once-in-a-lifetime opportunity ended in disappointment, Andy faced a deeper question: What truly matters?
That question became the seed for his latest book, The Unconditionals. In this conversation, Andy explores the core idea of his book, identifying what should remain unconditional in our lives, such as love, gratitude, integrity, accountability, and endeavor, and how these guiding principles can anchor us through uncertainty, disappointment, and change.
Whether you're navigating a career pivot, searching for more meaning in your work, or looking to lead with greater intention, this episode offers a thoughtful and inspiring perspective on what it means to live and lead unconditionally.
If you’d like to learn more about Andy visit his website at AndyCrockerBooks.com.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

The F Word at Work: Feedback with Christina Eanes

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, host Christina Eanes, workforce development expert and former FBI violent crime analyst and senior leader, tackles one of the most misunderstood workplace skills: feedback. Christina shares practical, powerful shifts you can make immediately, transforming feedback from an awkward confrontation into clear, compassionate, and ongoing conversations that foster genuine growth, strengthen relationships, and boost team performance.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

Humble Inquiry with Peter Schein

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, workforce development expert Christina Eanes interviews Peter Schein, a Silicon Valley strategy consultant and cofounder of the Organizational Culture and Leadership Institute (OCLI.org). Peter is also the coauthor, alongside his father, renowned organizational psychologist Edgar Schein, of the influential book Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling.
Together, Christina and Peter explore the powerful concept of Humble Inquiry: the skill of asking questions that build trust, encourage open communication, and strengthen relationships in both personal and professional settings. Peter explains how this approach can shift workplace dynamics, enhance psychological safety, and foster a culture of curiosity and collaboration. He also shares practical strategies for cultivating genuine interest in others, overcoming the need to control conversations, and becoming a more effective communicator and leader.
Whether you're a team leader, coach, or simply someone looking to connect more meaningfully with others, this episode offers actionable insights to help you listen more deeply, ask more thoughtfully, and human better.
If you’d like to learn more about Peter visit his website at OCLI.org.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

Conflict Isn't the Problem: How We Handle It Is with Christina Eanes

In this solo episode of Essential Skills for Humaning, author, speaker, and former FBI crime analyst Christina Eanes explores how we can shift our mindset around conflict to make it a tool for connection rather than division. Instead of avoiding disagreements or going on the attack, Christina shares how to approach them with curiosity, clarity, and purpose. Drawing from her expertise in behavior analysis and communication, she offers three practical strategies to help you turn conflict into a catalyst for growth, collaboration, and stronger relationships.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

Mind Training with Ravinder Taylor

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, workforce development expert Christina Eanes sits down with Ravinder Taylor, a dedicated researcher and practitioner of self-help and personal growth strategies for over three decades. Ravinder helps individuals identify and overcome the mental blocks that often stand between them and their goals.
Drawing from her book Mind Training, Ravinder shares how we can tap into the immense, often underutilized power of our minds to create meaningful change. She breaks down the principles behind mindset conditioning, explains how our thought patterns influence outcomes, and offers practical tools for reprogramming limiting beliefs. Whether you're looking to shift your thinking, unlock greater potential, or simply build more awareness of how your mind works, this conversation will inspire and equip you to take the reins of your mental life.
If you’d like to learn more about Ravinder visit her website at RavinderTaylor.com.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.

The Ten Permissions with Jillian Reilly

In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, workforce development expert Christina Eanes sits down with Jillian Reilly, an author, global change facilitator, keynote speaker, and international aid veteran. Jillian shares insights from her powerful book Ten Permissions, offering practical strategies for breaking free from outdated expectations and redefining what it means to “adult” in today’s complex world.
If you’d like to learn more about Jillian, visit her website at TenPermissions.com.
For more info about Christina and her company, Eanes Training, visit EanesTraining.com.