Curiosity Continuum

UnEpisode 4 : Part 2

UnEpisodes capture the in-between talk of recording “real” episodes.

 

In this UnEpisode we trounce all over the place but make some interesting and productive points. 

UnEpisode 4: Part 1

UnEpisodes capture the in-between talk of recording “real” episodes.

 

In this UnEpisode we trounce all over the place but make some interesting and productive points. 

[Encore] The Necessity Of Boredom

ENCORE: In celebrating our 3rd year of recording, we are presenting encores of some of our most popular episodes from our first two years. They are as relevant as ever and help you get up to speed on where we will go. Enjoy!

 

Nobody died from being bored. In fact, it can spark curiosity. That's a good thing!

Hero Arcs: An Overarching Tale

Heroes travel many different kinds of arcs across timeless stories. What is a hero? What kinds of hero stories resonate with you? Why? Who tells the stories? Who is impacted?

[Encore] Contextual Awareness

ENCORE: In celebrating our 3rd year of recording, we are presenting encores of some of our most popular episodes from our first two years. They are as relevant as ever and help you get up to speed on where we will go. Enjoy!

 

 

Context is key in properly perceiving and understanding people and the world around us. Listen to this conversation about Contextual Awareness, with a special guest intro by Sabrina.

[Encore] Power Dynamics

What is your power dynamic? How does that work with others? Can we learn something about power by studying animals? Are you ready for power transitions? Are you scared of someone else's power? 

Next New Non-Normal

If something is common, does that make it normal? Who defines normal? How are you adapting to new norms and adjusting your normal to integrate with the changing world?

Contextual Awareness Part 2

One of the most powerful topics discussed on Curiosity Continuum, contextual awareness brings deeper understanding and knowledge on every topic. How do you take a step back to understand your own frame and the assumptions it is built upon? How do you break apart the components of context during your intake of information?

Mobius Loop Phenomenon

What is a mobius loop? How does it relate to learning and knowledge transfer? How are you giving and receiving information?

The Lessons of Zelda Part 2

Just like exploring the open world of The Legend of Zelda, Brian and Josh pick up their conversation on one of their most popular episodes, The Lessons of Zelda, and unpack more strategies for real life gleaned from one of their favorite game series of all time.

Listen to the first episode in this series: The Lessons of Zelda

Time Management

How do you manage time? What do you consider successful when you manage your time? What have you had to reevaluate in recent days?

[Encore] The Art of the Conversation

ENCORE: In celebrating our 3rd year of recording, we are presenting encores of some of our most popular episodes from our first two years. They are as relevant as ever and help you get up to speed on where we will go. Enjoy!

 

 

Conversations are an art form that everyone can become a better artist. Learn how to have better conversations during your daily adventures.

Power Dynamics

How does the order of power and authority express itself in your life? Are you prepared for future responsibilities? How have you shared knowledge and opportunity to train up the next generation to thrive at life?

Dynamics of Knowledge Transfer

What are the hallmarks of functional, meaningful knowledge transfer between diverse communication and learning styles? What are the outcomes that spring from effective understanding of ideas between people? What should leaders remember when transferring knowledge to those they lead?

Unepisode 3: The Changing Cadence of Productivity

UnEpisodes capture the in-between talk of recording “real” episodes.

This riff tackles the real “adult situations,” the need to unplug, tuning out, tuning up, and how work cadence and productivity changes and stuff gets done as you move along your timeline. 

Okay To Be Nerdy

What do you just geek out about and find yourself unable to contain your enthusiasm in a conversation? Do you share it with the world, or do you keep it to yourself? What piques your curiosity now?

Building A Community

What are the hallmarks of a healthy community? What do you nerd out about that you would love to find others who share your nerdery and nerd out together? 

The Art of Collaboration

Collaboration is a word often used, rarely practiced. How do we actually work together? How can we find a way forward?

[Encore] Collaboration Real Space and Time

ENCORE: In celebrating our 3rd year of recording, we are presenting encores of some of our most popular episodes from our first two years. They are as relevant as ever and help you get up to speed on where we will go. Enjoy!

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In an increasingly virtual world, some things work better when you are physically in the room with somebody. Do you like sharing space with one another?

Unepisode 2: The Creative Process

UnEpisodes capture the in-between talk of recording “real” episodes.

Have you ever not felt like something you were doing was going well? Have you had a week to do something but just couldn't get started? In this episode we delve into the creative process a bit and just tell you what its like to be a creative person in a creative endeavor. 

Sometimes, it takes time working over thoughts to find the valuable mind nuggets. 

Ask Iwata

A legendary Nintendo CEO - Satoru Iwata. Who are those men and women that you look up to and why? Brian and I (Josh) look inward a bit and discuss this new book and why we count Iwata-san in that group of people for us. We also talk about how it affects us, our current lives, and how we are moving forward.

Buy the Book: Ask Iwata

Becoming the Change

You have the power to change. How do you actively perceive the positive in other people? Are you passively consuming large amounts of negativity? Have your giftings been twisted? How do you stay attached to the realities of real world and become the change for good? 

Analog Constructs Revisited Part 2

(Part 2 of 2): How is the your relationship with the digital things in your life? Have you thought recently about the need to be around people and recalibrate to the real world? Is the world even real anymore?

Josh and Brian finish a new conversation on one of their first episode topics that is ever increasing in the world.

Analog Constructs Revisited Part 1

(Part 1 of 2): How is the your relationship with the digital things in your life? Have you thought recently about the need to be around people and recalibrate to the real world? Is the world even real anymore?

Josh and Brian pickup a conversation from one of their first episodes that is ever increasing in the world.

[Encore] Mind Nugget: Sherry Hughey

ENCORE: In celebrating our 3rd year of recording, we are presenting encores of some of our most popular episodes from our first two years. They are as relevant as ever and help you get up to speed on where we will go. Enjoy!

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Good life advice: Brian does a quick phone interview with his octogenarian mother-in-law, Sherry Hughey, on the Great Depression and life skills in how to survive through tough times.