RELENTLESS: Life On Your Terms

Relentless - S07:E14 - Episode 128 - Aleyx Ward

β€’ Chris Christofi β€’ Season 7 β€’ Episode 14

πŸŽ™οΈ What Leadership Really Looks Like Behind the Title 


Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN


 This week on Relentless: Life On Your Terms, I’m joined by Aleyx Ward β€” host of the hit podcast Naked at the Top and a master at getting past titles to the truth underneath. 

Aleyx brings a rare depth to conversations with CEOs and senior leaders, shaped by her background in investigative journalism. She doesn’t just interview people β€” she prepares, researches and listens in a way that allows real stories to surface.

 Her process is meticulous.

From speaking with associates before interviews to understand her guests more deeply, to crafting questions that go beyond rehearsed answers β€” Aleyx creates conversations that are honest, human and impactful.

The name Naked at the Top says it all.

Because leadership can be lonely.

Being at the top is vulnerable.

And behind every impressive title is a real person navigating pressure, doubt and responsibility.

In this episode, we explore: 

πŸŽ™οΈ How Aleyx runs a podcast at a world-class level 

πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™€οΈ The investigative mindset behind better questions 

🧠 Why preparation is the difference between good and great conversations 

πŸ‘” Getting to the human behind the CEO title 

πŸ”₯ Why vulnerability is a leadership strength, not a weakness 


This conversation is a powerful reminder that the most meaningful insights don’t come from polished soundbites β€” they come from curiosity, courage and depth. 

If you care about leadership, storytelling, media or building trust through conversation, this episode is a must-listen. 

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