Curiosity sits at the intersection of creativity, effective human interactions, problem-solving and purposeful change. Unfortunately, the pace of life — at home, work, and school — often sidetracks our natural curiosity. So, listen as we look at the familiar from a different angle or something new as a possibility to consider.
Nanci Morris Lyon, owner of the Bear Trail Lodge in King Salmon, Alaska, shares her journey from a diverse career path to operating a remote fishing lodge known for its exceptional customer service and environmental advocacy.
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Dr. Debra Gustafson, former elementary school principal and assistant superintendent, prioritized hiring passionate teachers with a "heart for kids" over experienced ones, believing that a strong commitment to student well-being was the most crucial factor for educational success and turnaround. “I can teach them to teach, she said, but I can’t teach them to love kids.”
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Hannah Bratterud, a Norwegian native, discusses her decision to pursue U.S. citizenship after living in the U.S. for 30 years. Hannah is drawn to the U.S. for its opportunities and individual freedom, yet acknowledges the need to address systemic inequities and support marginalized groups. Her desire for civic engagement and to actively contribute to a more inclusive society drives her decision.
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My recent travel experience with three organizations demonstrated that a brand’s strength hangs precariously by a thread defined by numerous customer touch points. If any one of the touch points fails to deliver on the brand’s promise, customers may seek services elsewhere.
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“Brave Leadership” founder Kimberly Davis argues that personal leadership, self-belief, and understanding one's impact are foundational to effective leadership. She uses theater techniques to help individuals lead authentically and intentionally.
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Michelle Petties shares her journey to overcome her addiction to processed food by realizing that eating is driven by complex emotions, not hunger. Lasting change stemmed from deep mental work, understanding food's true purpose: nourishment.
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Irene Stern Frielich retraces her father’s Holocaust journey, confronting inherited trauma and meeting descendants of both saviors and oppressors. Her story shows how memory, place, and courage can heal generational trauma. (Shown: Tikvat Yisrael brooch Irene’s father created while in hiding. Photo credit: Josh Aron Design)
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Byron Edgington shares how switching to a plant-based diet reversed his heart disease, transformed his health, and deepened his commitment to sustainability and ethical food consumption.
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A protest, a serendipitous bookstore find, and a graveside tradition in the Netherlands converge to remind me that the “freedom” military personnel lying in cemeteries have preserved for us deserves a more nuanced definition.
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In this episode, author and writing teacher Cindy House explores memoir writing, emphasizing curiosity as its foundation and the difference between memoirs and autobiographies. Our discussion unpacks the genre's popularity, its structural variations, and key elements, such as posing a central question, outlining supportive themes, and overcoming resistance. We also discuss the critical difference between the writer’s personal and historical truths.
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In this episode of “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity,” I talk with Bill Whiteside, software salesman turned lay historian, about the process of writing, which he’s detailed in a new book, Everybody Knows a Salesman Can’t Write a Book.
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Valerie Gordon is a 10-time Emmy-winning television producer with over 20 years of producing and overseeing award-winning content. She knows what makes a story meaningful and memorable and the incredible power of stories to engage, educate and entertain. And she’s detailed how we can tell a healthier personal story – and overcome our inner narrator – in her highly readable book, FIRE YOUR NARRATOR: A Storyteller’s Guide to Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Life.
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Paul Glover shares his raw, redemptive story of falling from success to prison and rebuilding as a no-nonsense leadership coach anchored in feedback, accountability, and truth.
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“LinkedIn Profiler” Tony K. Silver shares LinkedIn optimization strategies that focus on capturing attention quickly, utilizing strategic keywords, and creating high-quality, engaging content with clear calls-to-action for professional success.
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Professor Colleen Kelley shares her innovative approach to chemistry education through storytelling, making complex concepts accessible to young learners while building essential neural pathways for lifelong scientific understanding.
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Former reporter Ted Czech critiques modern media’s decline into biased, personality-driven journalism. He advocates for objectivity, independent journalism, and renewed public critical thinking to help restore media credibility.
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Jon Waterman shares his Arctic experiences, revealing how melting permafrost and sea ice endanger ecosystems and communities—and why these northern shifts are vital signals for the rest of the world to heed.
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Utah high school history teacher Matt Ence shares his approach to teaching a dedicated Holocaust course, using survivor testimonies and interactive methods to help students understand history chronologically while developing recognition of genocide warning signs.
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Jennifer Raff, an Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of Kansas, explains how genetics has revolutionized our understanding of early American populations. It has revealed complex migration patterns and challenged conventional theories about when humans first arrived.
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In this episode, it’s my turn to sit behind the mic. Wellbeing and mental health consultant Seamus Corry and I dig into the coaching process.
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