Beyond Instinct

Orca Intelligence

Beyond Instinct: The Orca Mindset draws inspiration from the intelligence, adaptability, and teamwork of orcas—nature’s most strategic apex predators. Each episode features interviews with business leaders, industry experts, and strategists who share insights on building high-performing teams, leading with purpose, and mastering adaptability. Listeners will gain actionable advice, real-world examples, and proven frameworks to implement in their own organisations.

  1. JAN 30

    Beyond Instinct: Katharine Pons - Conscious leadership

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. In this episode, Michael Russell is joined by Katharine Pons, from Executive Wisdom, for a thought-provoking conversation on conscious leadership. Together, they unpack what it really means to lead with awareness, purpose, and empathy in today’s fast-moving business landscape. From decision-making and culture to personal accountability and sustainable growth, they explore how conscious leadership can drive stronger teams, healthier organisations, and more meaningful impact.

    1h 8m

  2. JAN 23

    Beyond Instinct: Michael Russell - Reflection & Direction

    Beyond Instinct Podcast: Reflecting, Learning, and Looking Ahead In this special episode of the Beyond Instinct podcast, host Michael Russell takes a step back to reflect on his journey since launching the show. Looking ahead, he explores the future of Beyond Instinct and what listeners can expect as the podcast continues to evolve. Plus, he shares his perspective as an SME business owner for 2026.

    25 min

  3. 10/01/2025

    Beyond Instinct: Darcy Laceby - Forbes 30 under 30 (8years of rapid scale)

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. In this episode of Beyond Instinct, Michael Russell sits down with Darcy Laceby, co-founder of Absolute Collagen. They explore Darcy’s journey as a founder, the challenges and rewards of working with family, and the rapid growth of Absolute Collagen and what it meant for her and the business.

    55 min

  4. 09/17/2025

    Beyond Instinct: Harsha Malaweera - From Founder to Owner

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. Transitioning from founder to business owner is rarely a straight path. In this episode, we explore the unique challenges, frustrations, and roadblocks that SME founders face when stepping back from the day-to-day. We dive into the emotional journey of letting go—understanding that your business isn’t a reflection of you, and learning that sometimes, even with the best intentions, letting go doesn’t go quite to plan. Through candid stories and real-life experiences, we uncover the lessons, the missteps, and the unexpected growth that comes from shifting your role in the business you built. Whether you’re a founder contemplating the next chapter or simply curious about the reality behind ownership transitions, this episode offers insight, empathy, and practical advice for navigating the leap from founder to owner.

    1h 1m

  5. 09/03/2025

    Beyond Instinct: Russ Edgar - Creativity & Design

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. In this episode, Michael sits down with Russ Edgar from VDM to dive deep into the world of design. Together, they explore the creative process behind logos, effective branding, and the evolving role of design in shaping a company's identity. Whether you're a designer, business owner, or just curious about the power of visual storytelling, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration.

    1h 10m

  6. 08/20/2025

    Beyond Instinct: Greg Sewell - Moving Beyond Founder-led

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. In this episode, Michael is joined by Greg Sewell to explore how businesses can move beyond founder-led operations, focusing on building and developing teams and the challenges that come with it.

    39 min

  7. 08/06/2025

    Beyond Instinct: Leigh Hall - Intuition & Care for People

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. In this episode, Michael is joined by Leigh Hall where they discuss how intuition and care for people shows up in small businesses.

    33 min

  8. 07/23/2025

    Beyond Instinct: Chris Wilson - Stress Science

    The Beyond Instinct podcast delves into the world of innovation, business transformation, and industry advancements, bringing expert perspectives to the forefront. In this episode, Michael is joined by Chris Wilson from Health Tech Global for a deep dive into stress, wellbeing, and why traditional approaches to measuring them often fall short. Together, they explore how many organisations still treat wellbeing as a “one-size-fits-all” metric, and why it’s time for a shift. They discuss: The limitations of current wellbeing measurements and data use How a multi-modality model can create a more layered, individualised approach The critical role of health literacy in helping people understand and articulate their own state Why emotions and physiology are deeply interconnected, and how recognising this can transform workplace wellbeing strategies This is a must-listen for leaders and professionals looking to go beyond surface-level metrics and build healthier, more resilient organisations.

    59 min
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Beyond Instinct: The Orca Mindset draws inspiration from the intelligence, adaptability, and teamwork of orcas—nature’s most strategic apex predators. Each episode features interviews with business leaders, industry experts, and strategists who share insights on building high-performing teams, leading with purpose, and mastering adaptability. Listeners will gain actionable advice, real-world examples, and proven frameworks to implement in their own organisations.

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  • Creator
    Orca Intelligence
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Orca Intelligence
  • Show Website
    Beyond Instinct