In this episode of Trust Be Told, host Richard Roman sits down with Jo Newell, leadership strategist, executive coach, and Founder of Monday Strategies and Drop The Mic, to unpack what it really takes to build and sustain trust as a leader. Jo shares powerful insights on executive presence, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the importance of communication in cultivating organizational culture.

From being the first Black woman to lead the Orlando Regional Chamber to launching two impactful companies, Jo brings over 15 years of leadership experience to the table. Together, we explore how trust is earned daily, why authenticity is a game-changer in professional spaces, and how underrepresented leaders can thrive, not just survive, in executive roles.

Whether you're a manager, aspiring leader, or entrepreneur, this conversation offers actionable strategies for leading with confidence, communicating with impact, and building lasting trust in any environment.

In this week's episode, host Richard Roman sits down with Kyle Hagge, Chief of Staff to the CEO at Morning Brew Inc., to explore what it really takes to build and sustain trust in modern media and digital communities.

Kyle shares his journey from AmeriCorps and civic tech to leading community initiatives at Morning Brew and eventually stepping into his current role as Chief of Staff. Together, they discuss:

• How Morning Brew earned the trust of 4+ million subscribers

• The difference between building an audience and building a community

• How digital media companies can use transparency, consistency, and tone to strengthen credibility

• What AI means for the future of content creation and human connection

• Lessons in leadership, psychological safety, and impostor syndrome in fast-paced environments

Kyle also reflects on his work with Bridge the City, a civic engagement podcast he co-founded in Milwaukee, and why local journalism may be the key to restoring trust in American institutions.

Whether you’re leading a team, growing a brand, or navigating your career path, this episode is packed with insights on trust, leadership, and the future of media.

What does trust look like in today’s hiring process? In this week's episode, Richard Roman sits down with Michelle Magnetti, HR strategist, founder of Magneaux, and co-host of The WellNest Podcast, to explore how trust is built, broken, and restored in modern talent acquisition.

Drawing from over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition and human resources, Michelle unpacks the evolution of recruiting in the age of AI, remote work, and automation. She offers candid insights on recruiter overwhelm, candidate ghosting, and how to create hiring strategies that are both human-centered and scalable.