How can podcasting be used as a tool for exploring personal and professional transitions? Exploring the potential of podcasting reveals its role in both research and personal discovery. “Transitions for me are about spaces of change. And they are exciting to me because there’s movement happening and so the fact that there is movement happening more →

How does expertise in book editing influence podcast production and storytelling? Podcasting challenges traditional storytelling approaches from book editing. “It’s hard finding that story, and everybody of course talks about it— all the [professionals], you know, in their newsletters and books— and I’m like where is it? Where is it?! Help me out. I know more →

How do different communication mediums influence engagement and interaction in personal and professional settings? Exploring the interplay between technology, generational habits, and learning styles shapes the dynamics of modern communication. “There is a little bit of a disconnect because there’s that expectation from a generation that says you have to show yourself on video, but more →

How does podcasting facilitate personal growth and the exchange of insights? Podcasting invites both hosts and listeners into transformative spaces of thought. “Doing this work can be playful… and giving others the opportunity to listen in when insight happens is a pretty cool thing.” ~ Corey Schlosser-Hall (19:11) The conversation explores the multifaceted nature of more →

How does the podcast “Seasons of Sobriety” explore the journey and challenges of long-term sobriety? The process of creating a podcast about sobriety becomes a lesson in embracing imperfection. “If you try to have the perfect podcast you go perfectly insane.” ~ Howard M (11:43) The conversation explores the creation and purpose of the podcast Seasons more →

What role does play have in professional spaces, and how can podcasting facilitate conversations about it? Podcasting serves as a gateway to deeper dialogue about human connection and creativity. “I wanted to talk with people who brought play into their professional spaces in part because of the tension between the fun of play and the more →

What motivates people to engage with storytelling, both as creators and participants, in different formats like podcasting and lighting? A lighting designer reflects on the parallels between creating ambiance for theater and producing audio stories. “I joke with people that I still know in that industry and I’m like I did lighting for 20 years more →

What strategies and experiences contribute to effective storytelling and meaningful conversation? Effective storytelling bridges gaps between technical concepts and emotional connections. “Listening is not just on the surface—it’s listening to what they’re telling you, what’s going on, and then doing the number one rule in Improv: yes, and.” ~ Doug Thompson (32:58) The conversation focuses more →

How can curiosity and conversation techniques enhance personal and professional dynamics? This conversation explores how curiosity fuels both learning and the sharing of insights in professional settings. “My brother used to tell me, ‘They asked you, just say you don’t know,’ and I was like: What? No! I’m going to look for the Answer.” ~ more →

What are the challenges and rewards of starting and maintaining a podcast, and how can podcasting serve as a medium for personal and therapeutic expression? Exploring the unexpected emotional connections created through podcasting. “There’s something to be said for the beauty of, oh, this person really doesn’t actually need an answer; what they really just more →