Uncensored Renegades

The leadership framework that went viral

Jon and Kory discuss the unexpected viral success of 3, 5, 7, 9, and the psychology that made the idea resonate. They unpack where the framework came from, why repetitio

8 traits of a renegade leader

Jon and Kory discuss the traits that separate renegade leaders from the rest. From courage and risk tolerance to persistence and a bias for action, they explore what it

Why high-performing teams are built in person

Jon and Kory discuss why, in an increasingly online world, some of the most important work still happens when people are together in a room. From recording the podcast f

Why leaders are using KPIs wrong

Jon and Kory discuss why the metrics designed to improve performance can sometimes lead businesses in exactly the wrong direction. Kory explains why e.l.f. does not tie

The serious case for humour (or humor)

Jon and Kory discuss why humour is a serious advantage for brands, leaders and anyone trying to earn attention. They explore the science behind why humour makes ideas mor

The subtle art of persuasion: how leaders get buy-in

Jon and Kory discuss why persuasion is one of the most important, and overlooked, skills in leadership. Getting an idea approved is rarely about delivering the perfect a

15 principles for building a customer-obsessed business

Jon and Kory discuss the Wiseman’s 15 building blocks of customer obsession: a practical framework for turning customer-first intentions into the way an organisation actu

How to make your teams perform 38x better

Jon and Kory discuss how small, consistent improvements can transform team performance 38x in just 1 year. Using lessons from elite cycling and Team Sky’s famously obsess

9 decision making frameworks the best leaders use

Jon and Kory discuss why making good decisions is one of the hardest – and most important – parts of leadership, and share the frameworks they use to make better choices

The leadership offsite that changed how we work (on a horse ranch)

Today Kory shares the lessons from taking her leadership team offsite and deliberately putting them into an unfamiliar environment - a horse ranch. Jon and Kory explore w

6 essential leadership frameworks that will make you a better leader

Today, Jon and Kory open up their personal leadership toolbox, sharing the mental models and frameworks they rely on to make better decisions, communicate more effectivel

How great leaders stay grounded

Today Jon and Kory explore the leadership habits that keep successful organisations moving forward. Drawing on research, personal experience and examples from some of the

The new 4P's of marketing for leaders

For decades, marketers have relied on the traditional 4 Ps: Product, Price, Place and Promotion. But as the role of the CMO has evolved, so too have the skills needed to

How to launch a brand from scratch

Launching a brand is one of the hardest things you can do. Today, Jon and Kory break down the principles they've learned from building brands, products and podcasts from

The startling power of surprise

Fresh from Jon Evans' Cannes Lions talk, this episode explores why surprise is one of the most powerful tools in leadership. Drawing on behavioural science, neuroscience

Three Pillars of Great Leadership

Jon and Kory explore the three qualities they believe define great leadership. From building genuine proximity with your team to being fully present in the moments that m

Tarang Amin, CEO of e.l.f. Beauty, on enabling 29 quarters of consecutive growth

Tarang Amin, CEO of e.l.f. Beauty, joins Jon and Kory for a special live episode of Uncensored Renegades to discuss the leadership philosophy behind one of the most remar

3 key insights from Cannes Lions 2026

Live from Cannes Lions, Jon and Kory reflect on the biggest themes, surprises and lessons from this year's festival. From experiencing unreasonable hospitality firsthand

Why culture eats strategy for breakfast

Jon and Kory tackle one of the most talked-about, and most misunderstood, aspects of leadership: culture. What actually is culture? How do you know if yours is healthy?

Take the leap - why taking risks can lead to big rewards

Today, Jon and Kory discuss the moments that define careers. The ones where you have to leap before you know exactly how things will turn out. From leaving secure jobs t