Podcast
The Curious Leader with Coby Karl
Hosted by Truth + Media · EN
In a rapidly changing world, the role and nature of leaders is evolving too. Modern leaders must be increasingly compassionate, thoughtful and caring.
Coby Karl, Head Coach of the South Bay Lakers of the NBA G-League, grew up in basketball locker rooms. From a Sonics ballboy to an NBA player himself, Coby's coaching philosophy has evolved through lessons from great leaders including Coach Phil Jackson, his father Coach George Karl and many others.
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Coby Karl - Reflecting
May 27, 202100:19:37Tap to summarizeOur final discussion from Season 1 reflects on learnings and lessons from the first episodes of the Show. With guests including Phil Jackson, Steve, Kerr, George Mumford and others, there is much to take away from the Show so far! Coby and Brett also discuss what's to come with The Curious Leader.
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George Mumford - Love
May 20, 202101:01:26Tap to summarizeThe long-time performance expert, George Mumford, joins this episode to share his wisdom on leadership. Working with Phil Jackson, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and many other elite performers, George has helped leaders better understand themselves, their platforms and their focus. Visit Cobykarl.com for more on this episode and others.
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George Karl - The 'We' Game
Apr 29, 202101:09:31Tap to summarizeThe sixth winningest NBA coach, and father of Coby, George Karl joins the show to talk about leadership. George recalls his UNC days with Dean Smith, his approach to building great teams and cultures and other perspectives that shaped his team first leadership philosophy. Visit cobykarl.com for more on this episode and others!
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Jared Dudley - Engaged
Apr 22, 202100:54:09Tap to summarizeNBA veteran Jared Dudley joins the show to discuss his approach to leadership. Jared describes his time as part of the Lakers and being an engaged leader on their '20 championship roster. He also shares lessons on how to be an excellent teammate and what's next for his career. Visit cobykarl.com for more on this episode and others!
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Steve Kerr - Joy
Apr 15, 202100:47:46Tap to summarizeEight time NBA champion and Warriors Coach, Steve Kerr, joins the show to talk about his leadership platform and emphasis on building a culture of joy. Steve, Coby and co-host Brett Goldberg share great stories about Steph Curry, Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson and other key influences in Steve's life and approach to coaching and leading. Visit cobykarl.com for more on this episode and all our episodes.
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Jeanie Buss - Collaboration
Apr 8, 202100:53:01Tap to summarizeThe CEO and Governor of the Los Angeles Lakers, Jeanie Buss, joins the Curious Leader to share her perspectives on leadership and being an owner of the legendary team. Jeanie talks about her collaborative approach to leading, overcoming Kobe Bryant's passing, the Lakers championship in 2020, being a female leader and more. Visit cobykarl.com for more on this episode and all our episodes.
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Phil Jackson - Compassion (Part 2)
Apr 1, 202100:55:26Tap to summarizePhil Jackson is arguably the most successful basketball coach of all time, having won 11 NBA championships coaching the Bulls and Lakers. In the second part of a two part episode, Coby Karl sits down with his mentor, Coach Jackson, to discuss Phil's compassionate nature and approach to coaching, particularly with the Bulls. Visit www.truthplusmedia.com for more info.
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Phil Jackson - Maverick (Part 1)
Mar 25, 202101:43:05Tap to summarizePhil Jackson is arguably the most successful basketball coach of all time, having won 11 NBA championships coaching the Bulls and Lakers. In the first part of a two part episode, Coby Karl sits down with his mentor, Coach Jackson, to learn more about his authentic and, at times, maverick nature. Brett Goldberg co-hosts to learn more about Phil's background, leadership approach and "unbranded" style. Check this out too on the new T+ YouTube video channel and visit truthplusmedia.com for more on this episode and others.
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Greg Patton - Mindfulness in Coaching and Sport
Mar 18, 202101:10:53Tap to summarizeCoach Greg Patton's tennis coaching career spanned 40 years and he is won of the winningest coaches in the sport's history. In this episode, Greg talks with Coby Karl and Brett Goldberg about his leadership approach and how he has brought mindfulness, positivity and joy to his teams, players and the sport. Visit Cobykarl.com for more on this episode and all our episodes.
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Metta Sandiford-Artest - A Warrior Spirit
Mar 11, 202101:00:56Tap to summarizeMetta Sandiford-Artest played 19 years in the NBA including six with the Lakers, where he was an NBA champ in 2010. A premier defender, Metta was well known for his hustle and aggressive approach to the game. Coby and Metta became friendly with the Lakers and then worked together with the South Bay Lakers during the '17-'18 season. Here, Metta reflects on his evolution as a person and player and the influences leaders including Kobe Bryant, Derek Fisher, Rick Adelman and Phil Jackson had on his life.
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