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Iron and Empathy

Iron and Empathy

Drew Moldenhauer Business 22 sassa USA 2026-08-17 3 cirewa
Iron and Empathy is a thought-provoking podcast hosted by educator and leadership strategist Drew Moldenhauer, exploring what it truly takes to build resilient teams, sustain peak performance, and lead with both strength and emotional intelligence in today’s demanding world.

Each episode brings together voices from business, education, public safety, creative industries, and culture to unpack the real forces behind high-performing teams—psychological safety, trust, discipline, empathy, and the courage to evolve. From executives and educators to artists, athletes, and performers, Drew sits down with people who have felt pressure firsthand and found ways to grow stronger without losing themselves.
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Leading Minnesota's Outdoors with DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer speaks with Sarah Strommen, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, about leading an agency responsible for protecting...
2026-08-17
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Uncomplicated Leadership with Julia C. Rock
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with leadership consultant, executive coach, and author Julia C. Rock to explore why great leadership isn't complicated—it's simply...
2026-08-03
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The Mindset of High Performers with Dr. Cindra Kamphoff
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with performance psychologist, speaker, and bestselling author Cindra Kampoff to explore the mental habits that separate high perfo...
2026-07-20
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From Lone Wolf to Strong Teams with Paul Nelhart
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer welcomes entrepreneur, consultant, and Intrinsic Mindset podcast host Paul Nelhart for an honest conversation about leadership, entrepreneurs...
2026-07-13
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The Power of Trust: The Foundation of Every Great Team
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with leadership expert, bestselling author, and CEO of the Trust Edge Leadership Institute David Horsager to explore why trust isn'...
2026-07-07
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Courage Only Exists With Discomfort
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with international keynote speaker, bestselling author, and leadership expert Anne Bonney> to explore why courage isn't about be...
2026-06-30
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Why Consistency Beats Intensity Every Time
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with endurance coach and Toro Performance founder Jason Lentzke to explore what sustainable excellence really looks like. Drawing f...
2026-06-15
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Why Great People Quietly Leave
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with employment lawyer, speaker, and coach Natalie Holder to explore what happens when the career you've built no longer aligns wit...
2026-06-01
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The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with Naomi Asher to unpack a mindset many leaders quietly carry: if you’re not exhausted, you’re not doing enough. Drawing from nea...
2026-05-25
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The First First Responders
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer speaks with Kari Morrissey, Director of the Anoka County Emergency Communication Center, about the reality behind the headset. With more than...
2026-05-18
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Burnout Is Not a Badge of Honor: Scott Medlin on having winning mindset
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with Scott Medlin, a Marine Corps veteran, former police officer, and mental performance speaker, to explore burnout, identity, and...
2026-05-06
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What Great Leaders Do Under Pressure | General Mike Oster
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with retired U.S. Army Brigadier General Mike Oster to explore leadership, trust, and decision-making under pressure. Drawing from ...
2026-04-21
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Crisis Cops: The Human Side of Crisis Response with HBO Star Ernie Stevens
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, Drew Moldenhauer speaks with Ernie “Ernest” Stevens, a 28-year law enforcement veteran, about how crisis intervention training transformed his approach to policing...
2026-04-07
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The Signs We Miss: What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Abuse
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer sits down with Alison Feigh, Director of the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center, to discuss what real prevention looks like when it comes to ch...
2026-03-24
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Schmoozing the FAQs: Handling Difficult Workplace Situations
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer is joined by Rich Webb to answer listener questions about workplace safety, de-escalation, and communication during difficult situations. Dra...
2026-03-17
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The Signs We Miss: Recognizing Human Trafficking
In this episode, Taylor Wencel, an intelligence specialist for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office in Minnesota, discusses the alarming realities of human trafficking and online explo...
2026-03-10
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Psychological Safety Beyond the Leader
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer speaks with Denise McLennan about the critical concept of psychological safety in the workplace. They explore how psychological safety is not...
2026-02-24
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“I was almost a school shooter” The Aaron Stark Story
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, Aaron Stark shares his harrowing journey from a traumatic childhood filled with violence and neglect to becoming a mental health advocate. He discusses the pivotal...
2026-02-10
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Schmoozing the FAQs: Terminations, Emotions, and Safety
This conversation delves into the complexities of workplace terminations, emphasizing the emotional and security risks involved. Drew Moldenhauer and Rich Webb outline best practices for managing thes...
2026-01-27
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Understanding Violence: A Conversation with Dr. James Densley
In this episode of Iron and Empathy, host Drew Moldenhauer engages with Professor James Densley, a leading expert in criminology and criminal justice, about preventing violence before it occurs. Dens...
2026-01-20
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