🎙️ New Podcast Episode: “Reigniting Purpose in Academic Libraries” with Frank Menchaca 📚 Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter – Where Leadership Begins With You

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with thought leader Frank Menchaca, author of “Start a New Fire: Measuring the Value of Academic Libraries in Undergraduate Learning.”

Frank challenges the status quo—calling for libraries to evolve from passive repositories into active training grounds for the critical thinking, writing, and analytical skills our students need now more than ever.

🔍 We unpack:

• The crisis of value and funding in academic libraries

• Why traditional metrics like gate counts no longer apply

• How libraries can directly impact student learning outcomes

• And the leadership shift required to make it happen

For academic leaders, librarians, educators, and anyone concerned with the future of learning—this is a must-listen.

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🎙️ Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter — Special Guest: Jennifer Baranowski, President of the CODiE Awards

I'm excited to welcome Jennifer Baranowski, President of the CODiE Awards, to Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter. In this episode, we dive into the rich legacy and ongoing impact of the CODiE Awards, which have honored innovation and excellence in software and digital content since 1986.

Jennifer brings decades of insight into the tech and information industries, and under her leadership, the CODiEs continue to spotlight the pioneers and disruptors shaping the future. We discuss the evolution of the awards, how nominees are selected, the role of peer judging, and why these recognitions remain a gold standard in the industry.

From celebrating game-changing technologies to recognizing visionary companies and leaders, this conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to stand out in today’s digital economy—and why recognition still matters.

📺 Watch the full interview on my YouTube channel 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform 🔗 Join the conversation on LinkedIn

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In this episode, Darrell W. Gunter interviews Sergiu Simmel, co-author of The Cold War of Cultures and Business Operating Systems. They explore how hidden cultural tensions between monochronic (structured) and polychronic (relational) systems affect team performance, strategy execution, and organizational growth.

Simmel explains why understanding these dynamics is essential for scaling businesses, building trust, and integrating AI into modern operations. A must-listen for leaders navigating cultural complexity in today’s fast-changing world.