The Ryan Leckey Show

Ryan Leckey
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Welcome to The Ryan Leckey Show, the podcast that brings you up close and personal with some of the most fascinating and inspiring people around. Hosted by Emmy award-winning content creator and storyteller, Ryan Leckey, this podcast offers a high-energy and fast-paced journey into the worlds of media personalities, business owners, and even Ryan's own friends. Each episode of The Ryan Leckey Show is a rollercoaster ride of fun, laughter, and insightful conversations. You'll hear from a diverse range of guests who will share their stories, experiences, and perspectives on life and work.

  1. 2d ago

    "Don't Be Yourself. Build Yourself." | A.J. Madden / The Ryan Leckey Show

    What if greatness wasn't something you're born with, but something you could study? That's the idea behind G.O.A.T. University, the framework A.J. Madden uses to help the ultra-successful reach the next level. A.J. has spent 20 years coaching CEOs, Marines, and professional athletes. And he says there's one habit every elite performer shares: they're obsessed with studying the greats. In Part 3 of our 3-part series on The Ryan Leckey Show, A.J. breaks down: Why greatness leaves cluesHow to find the "Mount Rushmore" of your field Why "just be yourself" might be holding you back A 90-day challenge to start studying the greats today The three criteria he uses before he'll coach anyone (including why he turns down CEOs) How to get past fear and run toward the hard things He also shares how he got his "PhD from Barnes and Noble," and why he believes most people are capable of far more than they realize. A.J. has written 7 books, and 100% of his book sales go toward his mission of donating 1 million meals to kids in need. This episode could be the push you need. 👉 Watch Part 3 now! Find more about A.J. at coachajmadden.com, on Facebook at A.J. Madden, and Instagram at @coachajmadden. His books and podcast, Best in Class, are on his website. Don't forget, you can listen to every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you listen to your favorite podcasts.

  2. Sep 13

    What You're Avoiding Most Will Change Your Life | A.J. Madden / The Ryan Leckey Show

    What's the one thing you've been avoiding? High-performance specialist A.J. Madden says that question holds more power than most people realize. In Part 2 of our 3-part series, A.J. reveals a framework he says changed his life  and could change yours. We talk about: What he calls "the heroic compass" What separates great leaders from everyone else Why the best leaders run toward the conversations most people avoid An exercise you can do in 60 seconds that could shift everything How A.J. used this framework to lose 40 pounds, write 3 books, and add $100K in 90 days A.J. has spent 20 years coaching CEOs, Marines, and professional athletes. He's written 7 books. He's on a mission to donate 1 million meals to kids in need. This episode could be the push you need. 👉 Watch Part 2 now! Find more about A.J. at coachajmadden.com, on Facebook at A.J. Madden, and Instagram at @coachajmadden. His books and podcast info are on his website. Don't forget, you can listen to every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you listen to your favorite podcasts.

  3. Aug 30

    Who Are You? (It Matters More Than You Think) | A.J. Madden / The Ryan Leckey Show

    Who are you? It sounds like a simple question. But according to high-performance specialist AJ Madden, your answer determines everything. Your success, your relationships, your future. He calls it The Identity Code™. And in Part 1 of our 3-part series, he breaks down why your self-image is either the emergency brake or the rocket fuel on your life. We talk about: Why your heroes reveal your future The one hard choice that changes everything How to talk to yourself like an elite performer The 60-second exercise that can reset your identity AJ has spent 20 years coaching CEOs, Marines, and professional athletes. He's written 7 books. He's on a mission to donate 1 million meals to kids in need. 👉 Watch Part 1 now! Find more about A.J. at coachajmadden.com, on Facebook at A.J. Madden, and Instagram at @coachajmadden. His books and podcast info are on his website. Don't forget, you can listen to every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you listen to your favorite podcasts.

  4. Aug 2

    Hunting Killers For A Living | Private Investigator & Consult Patrick Zirpoli / The Ryan Leckey Show

    🧠 What really goes on inside the mind of a killer? And how do investigators learn to think like the criminals they’re trying to catch? It’s all in this episode of The Ryan Leckey Show. Meet Patrick J. Zirpoli, a former Pennsylvania State Police investigator who spent 25 years hunting killers, tracking dangerous offenders, investigating child abductions, and helping solve cold cases across the country. Patrick has worked behind the scenes on some of the most high-profile criminal investigations in recent history. He helped track Eric Frein during the massive 48-day manhunt in the Poconos, advised on the Delphi double homicide investigation, and has been recognized by the Indiana Supreme Court as an expert in crime scene investigation. But this episode goes far beyond the headlines. Patrick breaks down what motivates people to commit unthinkable acts, how investigators study a suspect without ever meeting them, and the small pieces of evidence that can finally crack a case after years without answers. We also get into the pressure of working a major manhunt, the impact that social media theories can have on an active investigation, and what it takes to bring closure to families who have spent decades waiting for justice. From the psychology of violent criminals to the real-world techniques used to catch them, this conversation takes you inside investigations most people only ever see on the news. This one is not for the faint of heart. 👉 Watch Episode 3 of The Ryan Leckey Show now! Don’t forget, you can listen to every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you listen to your favorite podcasts.

  5. Jun 23

    Style Superstar Carson Kressley Walks Us Through His Farm, His Home, And His Past! 👨‍🌾 / The Ryan Leckey Show

    Style Superstar Carson Kressley has traveled the world. He's styled icons. He's been on your TV for 20 years. 🎥 But you've never seen him like this. It's all in the new season of The Ryan Leckey Show! And for Episode 2, we're going where the real stories live. 🐴🔥 Ryan heads to Carson's farm outside Allentown, PA, for a walking-and-talking conversation you won't hear anywhere else. Carson opens up about his Allentown roots, his wild interior design taste, his love for horses and shows, and his rise from Ralph Lauren to Queer Eye For The Straight Guy to RuPaul's Drag Race. From his humble beginnings to his biggest break, this episode takes you inside the world of a man who's lived many lives. And somehow stayed true to his roots! 👉 Don't miss Episode 2! Watch now! Don't forget you can listen to every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you listen to your favorite podcasts!

  6. Jun 4

    Why Is the World Freaking Out Over a Train? | Jeremy Komasz / The Ryan Leckey Show

    Why is the entire world freaking out about this train rolling into Scranton?(The answer will shock you.)It’s all in the new season of The Ryan Leckey Show!We’re ditching the mic stands, stepping outside the studio, and going boots on the ground to highlight the people, places, and major happenings making waves across Northeastern Pennsylvania.And for Episode 1, we’re starting BIG. Literally. Ryan heads to Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton for an up-close look at a massive moment in railroad history: Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014, the largest operating steam locomotive in the United States, is rolling into town as part of America’s 250th birthday celebration.We’re walking the grounds with Jeremy Komasz, Superintendent of Steamtown National Historic Site, to talk about what this historic visit means for the city. We also get into why thousands are expected to experience it and how Steamtown became part of such a monumental moment for the region.From the history behind Big Boy No. 4014 to the excitement building across NEPA, this episode takes you right into the action as Scranton gets ready to welcome one of the biggest trains ever built in America. Don’t miss the Season 4 premiere! Watch now!Don’t forget you can listen to every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you listen to your favorite podcast!

  7. 06/05/2025

    The Truth About Today’s Schools / Angela Keating | The Ryan Leckey Show | Ep. #12

    Hey fam—this episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to run a school in 2025. I sat down with Angela Keating, Principal of West Scranton Intermediate School, for an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and changes happening in our schools today. From cyberbullying and social media drama to the emotional weight of worrying about kids when they go home, Angela doesn’t hold back. We talk about how phones are handled in school, what safety looks like now, and how she navigates the ever-evolving world of teen culture—including the slang that makes most adults do a double take. If you’ve ever wondered what principals deal with behind the scenes, this one’s for you. Catch every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.This episode is brought to you by Fit AF Nutrition, eastern Pennsylvania’s leading meal prep company. Visit FitAFNutrition.com and use code “Leckey20” for 20% off your first order of seven meals or more.#theryanleckeyshow #season3 #ryanleckeymedia

  8. 05/22/2025

    Beyond the Bank: Zachary Khuri's Road to Leadership | The Ryan Leckey Show | Ep. 11

    Hey fam! This week’s episode hits a little different. I’m catching up with Zack Khuri — Market President at Orrstown Bank — who also happens to be someone I went to elementary, middle, and high school with. Wild, right? We lost touch, reconnected, and now here we are getting into everything from leadership to loss.Zack takes us through his journey from teller to top of the organizational chart, and yeah — spoiler alert — being a young leader in the finance world isn’t exactly easy.We dive into digital banking, the future of small-town banks, stereotypes in the industry, and what it really means to build a strong, diverse team. And just when you think I’m steering the conversation — Zack flips the script and starts interviewing me. You’re not gonna want to miss that part.Be sure to catch every episode of The Ryan Leckey Show on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! This episode of The Ryan Leckey Show is brought to you by our friends at Fit AF Nutrition, eastern Pennsylvania’s leading meal prep company. Check them out at FitAFNutrition.com and use code “Leckey20” to receive 20% off your first order of seven meals or more!⁠ #theryanleckeyshow⁠⁠ #season3⁠⁠ #ryanleckeymedia⁠

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Welcome to The Ryan Leckey Show, the podcast that brings you up close and personal with some of the most fascinating and inspiring people around. Hosted by Emmy award-winning content creator and storyteller, Ryan Leckey, this podcast offers a high-energy and fast-paced journey into the worlds of media personalities, business owners, and even Ryan's own friends. Each episode of The Ryan Leckey Show is a rollercoaster ride of fun, laughter, and insightful conversations. You'll hear from a diverse range of guests who will share their stories, experiences, and perspectives on life and work.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Leckey
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ryan Leckey
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    The Ryan Leckey Show