In this episode, I sit down with the wonderful Freddie Ravel, the internationally acclaimed keynote maestro who has performed with icons like Madonna, Prince, Carlos Santana and Earth, Wind & Fire. Freddie blends music with leadership, communication and human connection in a way that few can. He shares how his multicultural musical upbringing, his time with legends, and his long-standing practice of building bridges through music now shape his global work as a speaker.
We explore why listening is the hidden superpower, how music can dissolve cultural friction in international teams, and why human intelligence matters more than ever in an AI-driven world. Freddie talks us through how he prepares for deeply customised keynotes, the importance of addressing dissonance rather than skipping over it, and how speakers can bring more personality into their own performances.
Whether you’re a speaker, a leader, or someone fascinated by the link between human behaviour and rhythm, this conversation is rich with ideas you can apply immediately.
