
Coaching Revealed an Institute of Coaching Podcast
At the Institute of Coaching, we are dedicated to unlocking human potential through the power of coaching. In our podcast, Coaching Revealed, top coaches, researchers, and thought leaders share practical strategies and inspiring stories to help enhance your coaching practice. By diving deep into the backgrounds of top thought leaders and revealing their science-based and “secret” approaches to effective coaching, we empower listeners with actionable takeaways to reach new heights personally and professionally. Join us as we reveal the transformative impact of coaching.Ready to advance your coaching practice? Join the Institute of Coaching and tap into the world's leading resource for coaching science and professional development. With over 4,000 members across 130 countries, the IOC offers invaluable networking opportunities within an elite global coaching community and innovative learning to broaden your knowledge and keep you at the forefront of coaching best practices. Engage in cutting-edge learning events with world-renowned coaching scholars, from webinars and seminars to discussion groups, research projects, and more! Try any membership free for 30 days. Use promo code IOCPodcast. Visit instituteofcoaching.org/join to get started.
Latest episodes

Jun 26, 2025 • 50min
Unlocking Growth Through Intelligent Failures with Amy Edmondson
Could you be failing better? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, we share an exclusive keynote address from Amy Edmondson, the Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School. This keynote was originally presented at the Institute of Coaching’s 2024 Coaching in Leadership and Healthcare Conference. In a hyper-competitive business landscape, the possibility of failure creates a dilemma for business leaders. Balancing cutting edge innovation while striving for perfection leaves seemingly zero room for error. Edmondson describes how intelligent failures are an opportunity, and trial and error is something for us all to attempt to embrace. In this episode of Coaching Revealed, Amy Edmondson covers:The three types of failureThe shortcomings of workplace cultures that reject failureThe criteria for how to make intelligent failures The leadership practices for psychological safety and failure

Jun 12, 2025 • 45min
Agile Coaching for Changing Environments with Teresa Ramos
How agile is your coaching practice? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, Teresa Ramos, an Executive Coach with experience in theoretical physics, agile leadership, and artificial intelligence is interviewed by IOC podcast host, Emily Terrani. Teresa and Emily discuss how coaches can utilize the Agile methodology and how to prepare for the advancing wave of technological change. This episode covers: How coaches can respond to digital anxietyUsing agile methodologies to address identity and value concerns Discovering your power skills: critical thinking, powerful questioning, ethical reasoningContext-specific uses of agile principles Assessing your ‘area of genius’ as a coach and individual

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May 30, 2025 • 44min
The Democratization of Coaching Through Technology with Sam Isaacson
Sam Isaacson, a coach, author, and the founder of AIcoach.chat, discusses the revolutionary role of technology in making coaching accessible to the masses. He explores how AI can democratize coaching, contrasting it with traditional methods. The conversation highlights the balance between AI's capabilities and the necessity for human connection, the ethical considerations in AI coaching, and the exciting potential of integrating virtual and augmented reality into the coaching experience. Isaacson invites coaches to embrace these changes for a positive impact.

May 16, 2025 • 42min
The Development of Coaching Bots and Tools with Nicky Terblanche
Nicky Terblanche, a Professor at the University of Stellenbosch Business School and a pioneer in AI-driven coaching, explores the innovative intersection of technology and human connection. He shares his journey from engineering to coaching, delving into the surprising effectiveness of AI chatbots in achieving goals. Nicky discusses the ethical implications of AI in coaching and the balance between directive and non-directive approaches. With insights into user trust and data privacy, he highlights the transformative potential of AI in personalized coaching experiences.

May 1, 2025 • 48min
Technological Innovation and Integration: Jonathan Passmore on AI and Coaching
The conversation surrounding the impact of AI on coaching wouldn’t be complete without insight from Jonathan Passmore. In this episode of Coaching Revealed, IOC Executive Director, Jeffrey Hull speaks with Prof. Jonathan Passmore — a psychologist, researcher, and coach who has authored over 40 books. Their conversation explores the capabilities of generative AI, opportunities for coaches to integrate these tools, and ethical considerations in the current technological environment.This episode covers:Jonathan Passmore’s exploration of AI tools in coachingThe potential disruptions AI could cause in the coaching industryHow coaches can leverage AI tools without losing the human touchEthical implications, data privacy, and transparency in AI-assisted coaching

Apr 18, 2025 • 40min
Coaching With Hybrid Intelligence and POZE with Cornelia C. Walther
What is the solution to the complex problems emerging from advancing technology? Hybrid Intelligence. In this episode of Coaching Revealed, IOC Podcast Hosts Austin Matzelle and Emily Terrani speak with humanitarian, author, and coach Dr. Cornelia C. Walther, about her POZE model, the concept of hybrid intelligence, and ethical considerations for coaching in the age of AI.This episode covers:The POZE model for personal and social changeHybrid Intelligence: the blend of human intelligence and artificial intelligenceEthical coaching practices in a tech-driven world

Apr 3, 2025 • 46min
From Tech Giants to Startups: AI’s Impact on Leadership Coaching with Patrick Reilly & Wai Poc
What impact is artificial intelligence having on businesses and coaching business leaders? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, IOC Podcast Hosts Austin Matzelle and Emily Terrani interview executive coaches, Patrick Reilly and Wai Poc about their work in helping organizations and leaders adapt for technological advancements.This episode covers: Upskilling, unlearning, and relearning AI toolsThe impact of Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI AgentsUtilizing Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and WisdomCoaching across organizational size from tech giants to small businesses

Mar 20, 2025 • 46min
AI and Coaching: Expanding Possibilities with Rebecca Rutschmann
How are artificial intelligence-based tools shaking up the coaching industry? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, IOC Executive Director Jeffrey Hull sits down with AI Coaching Consultant and Speaker Rebecca Rutschmann to explore the impact of AI on the coaching industry. Rebecca shares the history leading to the explosion of AI-driven coaching tools, and provides unique insights into the promises and pitfalls of AI use in professional and coaching environments. In this episode, Jeff and Rebecca cover:The changing nature of AI-based coaching tools from early tools to today. How AI is reshaping client expectations for coaching engagementsEthical concerns surrounding AI coaching including data privacyThe differences between AI tools and the capabilities of human coaches

Mar 6, 2025 • 43min
What Actually Makes Us Happy with Robert Waldinger
How do our social connections help us build good lives? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, we share an exclusive keynote address from Robert Waldinger, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, originally presented at the Institute of Coaching’s 2024 Coaching in Leadership and Healthcare Conference. Discover how over eight decades of research reveal the profound impact of connection and community on individual happiness, health, and overall life quality. In this episode, Robert covers:Common social misconceptions of success compared to actual welbeingThe impact of relationships on physical health and emotional resilienceThe power of social interaction and ways to strengthen relationships for a happier, healthier life.

Feb 20, 2025 • 41min
Redefining Self-Actualization with Scott Barry Kaufman
How can we embrace self-actualization as a lifelong journey, rather than a destination? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman–psychologist, professor, and author–unpacks the history of positive psychology, the work of Abraham Maslow and the impact of self-actualization coaching. In conversation with Dr. Jeff Hull, Executive Director of the Institute of Coaching, Kaufman discusses the intersection of positive psychology and coaching. Together, they explore how self-actualization promotes human well-being and flourishing.