The Learning Geeks Podcast

S7 E08: The Skill Code – Experts, Novices, and the Future of Learning (with Matt Beane) Feb 19, 2025

In this episode, we are joined by Matt Beane, assistant professor and author of 'The Skill Code.' We explore Matt’s research on the impact of AI and robotics on skill development between novices and experts. Matt also discusses the disruption of traditional learning methods, the effects of remote work on apprenticeship, and the need for new metrics to balance productivity and skill growth.

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MORE ON INTENTIONAL LEARNING

https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-work/the-most-fundamental-skill-intentional-learning-and-the-career-advantage

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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

WHAT IS A VCR?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Videocassette_recorder

Geeks Rewind: Teaching With Star Wars Jul 25, 2023

Originally published on November 2020.

Special guest Dan Zehr - high school educator, podcast host of Coffee with Kenobi Podcast, and author of the “Teaching with Star Wars” blog on StarWars.com - joins the show to discuss how educators in K-12, Higher Ed, and corporate education can learn from the Star Wars franchise. Dan has become well-known for being a teacher who uses Star Wars and pop culture in his classroom to teach about failure, mentors, teachers, family, diversity and much more. So even if you're not a fan of Star Wars, this is still a must listen!

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FOLLOW DAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Twitter: @MrZehr

Facebook: CWK Cafe Group

SUBSCRIBE TO COFFEE WITH KENOBI PODCAST

https://coffeewithkenobi.com/

COFFEE WITH KENOBI PATREON PAGE

https://www.patreon.com/CoffeeWithKenobi

READ DAN’S NEW BOOK – “THE STAR WARS BOOK”

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/636357/the-star-wars-book-by-cole-horton-pablo-hidalgo-and-dan-zehr/

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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Season 5 Finale: How Learning is aBOT to change Jul 12, 2023

Kyle Jackson, CEO and Co-Founder of Talespin, has experimented and innovated in AI for over a decade. Kyle joins the show to discuss how the acceleration of innovation unlocks new use cases and impacts the way we work, learn, create, and solve problems. And yes – we ended the season with a Dad joke title. You’re welcome.

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S5 E15: Summer Learning, Had me a Blast Jun 20, 2023

In this episode, the three of us discuss an assortment of learning topics that are currently on our minds. We discuss the difference between training and learning and why it’s important to differentiate between the two. We also discuss the learning value when people are physically together (face-to-face). Finally, we discuss our learning plans for the summer.

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S5 E14: Harness the Power of Storytelling Jun 06, 2023

In this episode we're joined by Justin Blanchard, Creative Director at Attensi, and delve into the captivating art of storytelling. From ancient tales to modern examples, we discuss how stories are used in various learning modalities, and how they can enhance learning effectiveness, memory, and emotional impact.

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S5 E13: Prompt Engineering, Formative Assessments, and Reflection May 10, 2023

We return to our podcast roots and bring in one thing to share that’s currently on our mind. Bob shares the skills we need in AI, such as prompt engineering. Jake discusses formative assessments and why they’re not as scary as they may sound. And Dana discusses reflection and why we need more of it.

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S5 E12: The Intersection of Wellness and Learning Apr 25, 2023

Dr. Lauren Hodges returns to the show to discuss wellbeing science, human performance, stress, and the connections to learning at home and work. We also spend time discussing stress and burnout during uncertain times, and what we can learn to ensure we take care of ourselves and others.

MORE ABOUT LAUREN

See Lauren’s website at https://www.drlaurenhodges.com/

Check out Lauren’s LinkedIN course “Discover Your Stress Personality” https://www.linkedin.com/learning/discover-your-stress-personality/get-to-know-your-other-personality

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S5 E11: What in the World are Psychometrics? Apr 11, 2023

John Kessler and Tom Rogers from Accenture join the show to discuss psychometrics, why it’s the science of assessments, the future needs of assessments in organizations, why you need a psychometrician on your team, and how psychometrics can help improve the larger learning and talent strategy.
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S5 E10: A Masterclass on Masterclass Mar 21, 2023

David Rogier, CEO and Founder of Masterclass, joins the show to give us a masterclass on Masterclass. David shares the origin story, the creation process, surprising teachers, and why entertainment and education can be one in the same. David also shares their approach to storytelling, creativity, and innovation.
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S5 E09: How to Connect and Learn from other L&D Professionals Mar 07, 2023

For those looking to grow in this profession, getting an outside perspectives from other L&D professioanls is a necessity. Dana, Bob, and Jake can all contribute much of their learning from going beyond the 4 walls of their organization. But how do you do it? M.J. Hall, Content Manager for the ATD Forum, shares what she has learned from years of experience managing forums and gaining insights from learning leaders across the globe. She shares the story of the forum, what they do, how you may get involved in something similar, benefits, and how you can start something yourself.
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S5 E08: A Neuroscientist’s Take on Cohort Learning Feb 17, 2023

Dr. Grace Chang, Cognitive Neuroscientist at EY, joins the show to continue our discussion on cohort learning. Last episode we focused on the design, and in this episode we focus on the science and why it is so effective. We also go into the role of trust, why mentalizing and storytelling matters, the potential risks when not designed properly, why we need more research in neurodiversity in cohort learning, and much more.
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S5 E07: Reflections on CES 2023 and Generative AI Feb 02, 2023

Elliott Masie, Chair at the Masie Learning Foundations, joined the show to a highlight what’s new in technology following his 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) visit. Elliott shares a run-down of interesting tech at CES that may be impacting L&D, discussions at CES on Chat-GPT, CLO reactions to Generative A.I, and other innovations, lack of investments in tech, wellness tech, and the big tech that was missing this year which we speculate why.
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S5 E06: Designing Cohort Learning That Works Jan 18, 2023

Mike Kester, CEO and Founder of Lead Belay, joins the show to discuss the design of cohort learning. Mike shares plenty of design advice including the proper cohort size, how to sustain engagement, how to measure, dealing with loud voices, and more pro tips
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Bob’s Favorite: The Magic of Creativity Dec 21, 2022

In Bob’s favorite episode from the show, we go all the way back to Season 1, Episode 2. Since this episode was during a time we made 45 minute episodes, Bob wanted to highlight only the section on creativity and how to get out of your own way to make it happen. So if you’re in a creative block, this is a perfect episode to listen back to!
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Jake’s Favorite: Bringing Learning Science to Life Dec 13, 2022

In Jake's favorite episode from the show, we learn from Tessa Forshaw (originally recorded in Season 4) co-founder of Harvard University’s Next Level Lab. Tessa joined the show to discuss how to bring learning sciences to life. This is a goal of the Next Level Lab, specifically in workforce development and workforce career readiness. Tessa shares five focus areas and we dive into each including transfer, adaptive expertise, intelligence augmentation, agency, and disposition. We also discuss challenges in reskilling and learning in relation to emotional states, including during stressful times when you experience an amygdala hijack.
LEARN ABOUT THE NEXT LEVEL LAB
http://www.pz.harvard.edu/projects/the-next-level-lab
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Dana’s Favorite: Mentorship and Learning’s Role in Employee Retention Dec 05, 2022

In Dana's favorite episode from the show, we learn from Clint Pulver (originally recorded in Season 3) and his insights from interviews of over 10,000 employees in 180 organizations. Clint learned why mentorship and learning were reasons why organizations retain their employees. This work was part of his "Undercover Millennial" research which led to his book "I Love it Here". Throughout the show, Clint shares his insights from the research, and his experience as an author, leadership speaker, and drummer.
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HOW TO CONNECT WITH CLINT PULVER
Website: https://clintpulver.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpWB8oLO5HOjstE9gmL9Qxg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clintpulver/
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintpulver/
WHERE TO BUY CLINT'S BOOK - "I LOVE IT HERE"
https://clintpulver.com/book/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Preview of Our Favorite Picks - December 2022 Dec 05, 2022

Jake previews our plan for the month of December and what we will be doing with our "favorite picks".
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S5 E05: The Neurological State of Immersion Nov 02, 2022

Dr. Paul Zak returns to the show to discuss his continued work on the neurological state of Immersion. We discuss the latest research insights from 50,000+ brains, how immersion may affect how someone learns, proven and practical learning design strategies, and why cats can still give you an oxytocin boost despite common misconception.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT PAUL’S WORK
Books: https://pauljzak.com/books/
Media/Publications: https://pauljzak.com/pressroom/
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S5 E04: Playable Learning Revisited Oct 17, 2022

Two experts in the field of games join the show to discuss learning games. Guests include Tad Leckman, Director of Learning and Development at Activision Blizzard, and Micah Sawyer, Games-based learning, simulations, and immersive experience designer at Root. We discuss various types of learning games, why gamification is not fun, marrying game mechanics to reinforce learning, testing games, pro tips, and more.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S5 E03: The Benefits of Scaffolding and Why it Matters Sep 27, 2022

Lisa Christensen returns to the show to discuss a simple, yet extremely effective learning support technique that more people beyond the learning profession should learn and master: scaffolding. We discuss what scaffolding is, why it’s important, why it matters to your organization, and practical examples of scaffolding in our everyday lives.

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LEARN MORE FROM LISA

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Lisa is a learning learner who leads the Learning Design Center of Excellence at McKinsey & Company. You learn more from Lisa from past shows and other podcasts:

S3 E06: Intentional Learning: A Fundamental Skill https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/s3-e06-intentional-learning-a-fundamental-skill/id1413446184?i=1000498757169

S3 E12: Why Cognitive Apprenticeship is New Again: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s3-e12-why-cognitive-apprenticeship-is-new-again-feat/id1413446184?i=1000518139784

Apprenticeship gets a Makeover: https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/apprenticeship-gets-a-makeover

RESEARCH ON SCAFFOLDING

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Reiser B., Tabak I. (2022). Scaffolding. The Cambridge handbook of the learning sciences, (3rd ed.) (pp. 53-71). New York, NY: Cambridge University Press.

Collins, A., Brown, J. S., & Holum, A. (1991). Cognitive apprenticeship: Making thinking visible. American educator, 15(3), 6-11.

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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S5 E2: Why It’s a Great Time To Be a L&D Professional Sep 05, 2022

With many people moving into the L&D field, pondering a change, or questioning if they should stay, the three of us each share why it’s a great time to be an L&D professional. We share why we love it so much, what you can learn, and why it continues to grow.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars Aftershow: Bob’s Voyage on the Galactic Starcruiser Sep 05, 2022

The guys stuck around from their last recording to hear how Bob saved his pennies and bought a round trip ticket on the new Galactic Starcruiser at Disney World. Bob shares the details of the experience, the immersive elements, and how it links to learning and development.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S5 E1: What the Data Tells Us About Trusted Leaders Aug 16, 2022

Joe Folkman, psychometrician, author and expert in leadership assessments joins the show to discuss what years’ worth of data tells us about creating and maintaining trust in an organization, with leaders, and with people. He also shares how he measures trust, his ‘trifecta of trust”, trust in the pandemic, the relationship of feedback and trust, and much more.
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READ JOE’S BOOK
The Trifecta of Trust - https://zengerfolkman.com/the-trifecta-of-trust/
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Season 5 Preview - Releasing August 16th! Aug 02, 2022

Summer is almost over - which means we are back with a new season of the Learning Geeks. Jake shares a preview of what you can expect in the upcoming season which premiers on August 16th.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E13: Teaching as a Work of Art Jun 27, 2022

Simon Allardice, full-time author at Pluralsight, is a master at teaching through video. Simon is known for teaching technical training but approaches the medium much differently than what you typically expect. Simon shares his teaching and recording process and explains ways in which you can develop in this art form to effectively educate and entertain your audience.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars Aftershow: Why Obi-Wan’s Show is Better than Boba Fett’s Jun 27, 2022

It's been awhile, but with so many things happening in the Star Wars universe, we have a lot to talk about! In this aftershow, we discuss why the Obi-Wan Kenobi series is a better show than the Book of Boba Fett.
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READ BOB’s BATUUAN RECCE BLOG
https://therecce.substack.com/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Trailer III Music Cover | The Force Theme" by Parademics at https://youtu.be/iop__6nlNJE

S4 E12: Metabolizing the Metaverse Jun 07, 2022

Krista Taylor, Immersive Learning Lead at Accenture, joins the show to discuss the Metaverse and its current and potential impact on learning. Krista and Bob break it down for us, including why it’s here to stay, implications on learning, case examples, why content and design matter, and what it’s not good for. Dana also shares the best Dad joke of all time…
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E11: Practical Lessons in Brain Engagement May 17, 2022

Mike Vaughan, Managing Director and CEO at The Regis Company, joins the show to discuss how to make the process of learning more impactful by engaging the brain more effectively. Mike shares his expertise in the L&D field and passion in researching and applying cognitive and neuroscience. We then specifically discuss why science is difficult to apply both as a learner and professional, your brain on simulations and the metaverse, and common misconceptions
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Special Announcement: Field Trip at Galaxy’s Edge on June 24th 2022 Apr 13, 2022

It's happening! We are officially running our special Learning Geeks Field Trip at Galaxy's Edge, in Disneyland California on June 24th, 2022! In this bonus episode, we share the logistics, a little on what we will do, how you can stay informed, and more! Please reach out to Dana, Jake, and/or Bob directly or on LinkedIN for any questions. Visit https://tinyurl.com/galaxygeek to let us know of your interests and likelihood of attending.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E10: Bringing Learning Science to Life Apr 06, 2022

Tessa Forshaw, co-founder of Harvard University’s Next Level Lab joins the show to discuss how to bring learning sciences to life. This is a goal of the Next Level Lab, specifically in workforce development and workforce career readiness. Tessa shares five focus areas and we dive into each including transfer, adaptive expertise, intelligence augmentation, agency, and disposition. We also discuss challenges in reskilling and learning in relation to emotional states, including during stressful times when you experience an amygdala hijack.
LEARN ABOUT THE NEXT LEVEL LAB
http://www.pz.harvard.edu/projects/the-next-level-lab
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E09: The Foraging Learner - A Case Study Mar 16, 2022

How often do you learn without a curriculum? Are you a foraging learner who is skilled on finding what and how you need to learn? That is what we are talking about on this episode with special guest, Harrison Gerard. Harrison, Jake, Bob, and Dana each share their stories on how they are learning today without a curriculum, how they embrace the challenge, how they develop feedback loops, and more. To close the show, we share more details on our 2022 Experience Design Workshop in June.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
“Rey Suite (Theme) First Edit” by Joral the Andal. Check it out at https://youtu.be/JtOvEDGVaBM

S4 E08: Embracing Learner Agency Feb 23, 2022

Learning designer, Suzy Robertson, from McKinsey & Company, joins the show to share insights from her research on learner agency and why it was a major predictor of success for organizations and institutions during the pandemic. We also discuss how to empower agency, why establishing trust is so important, promoting inclusive social structures, moving away from our reliance on collision moments, and more.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
LEARNING GEEKS “EXPERIENCE DESIGN WORKSHOP AT DISNEYLAND”
We are seeking interested participants to join us at Disneyland on June 24th for a unique Experience Design Workshop. We would all visit Disneyland, including lands like Galaxy’s Edge, and truly immerse ourselves into the worlds and environments and reflect on how we can apply this in our learning experiences. This would be a trip covered at your expense, so if you’re interested, start booking! Please reach out to Dana, Jake, and/or Bob directly or on LinkedIN for any questions.

S4 E07: Unforgettable Onboarding Feb 07, 2022

Global Onboarding Lead at Accenture, Katy Geraghty, joins the show to discuss what it takes create an unforgettable onboarding experience. Katy first defines onboarding then shares the importance of making a good impression, making it immersive, and sustaining onboarding throughout first year. We go in depth on Accenture’s use of Virtual Reality in their onboarding experience and how to incorporate storytelling as well.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Trailer III Music Cover | The Force Theme" by Parademics at https://youtu.be/iop__6nlNJE
LEARNING GEEKS “EXPERIENCE DESIGN WORKSHOP AT DISNEYLAND”
We are seeking interested participants to join us at Disneyland sometime in Summer 2022 (targeting June) for a unique Experience Design Workshop. We would all visit Disneyland, including lands like Galaxy’s Edge, and truly immerse ourselves into the worlds and environments and reflect on how we can apply this in our learning experiences. For those interested, please reach out to Dana, Jake, and/or Bob on LinkedIN.

S4 E06: The Magic of Music in Learning Jan 19, 2022

Composer and music director Kurt Heinecke joins the show to discuss the power and magic of music in learning. Kurt has spent most of his profession creating music for people to learn from. Kurt shares his work and experiences as a music director on Veggie Tales which is an animated show to entertain and teach lessons for kids, but also for families. We discuss why music can be a powerful learning tool, the process in creating songs, and ways music can be used for adults.
LEARNING GEEKS “EXPERIENCE DESIGN WORKSHOP AT DISNEYLAND”
We are seeking interested participants to join us at Disneyland on June 24th for a unique Experience Design Workshop. We would all visit Disneyland, including lands like Galaxy’s Edge, and truly immerse ourselves into the worlds and environments and reflect on how we can apply this in our learning experiences. This would be a trip covered at your expense, so if you’re interested, start booking! Please reach out to Dana, Jake, and/or Bob directly or on LinkedIN for any questions.
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If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E05: 2021 in Four Easy Lessons Dec 19, 2021

It is our yearly, end-of-year tradition to share the lessons we have learned, relearned, or improved upon from the past year. This year, Jake has a lesson on people development, Bob has a lesson on VR, and Dana has a lesson on personal connection and criticality of basics in our profession.
LEARNING GEEKS “EXPERIENCE DESIGN WORKSHOP AT DISNEYLAND”
We are seeking interested participants to join us at Disneyland on June 24th for a unique Experience Design Workshop. We would all visit Disneyland, including lands like Galaxy’s Edge, and truly immerse ourselves into the worlds and environments and reflect on how we can apply this in our learning experiences. This would be a trip covered at your expense, so if you’re interested, start booking! Please reach out to Dana, Jake, and/or Bob directly or on LinkedIN for any questions.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E04: Nudge Theory and Cognitive Artifacts (feat. Susan Franzen) Nov 28, 2021

On today’s episode, we are joined by Susan Franzen, VP of Strategy for Axiom Learning Solution, to discuss Nudge Theory – which is a shift in our thinking and environment that causes us to make better choices. Susan goes into detail on what it is, why it’s useful for learning and yourself, why it should not be used to manipulate, the role of cognitive artifacts, and best practices for your learning programs and strategy.
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BOOK REFERENCE
Things that Make Us Smart – Don Norman at https://www.littlebrown.com/titles/don-norman/things-that-make-us-smart/9780201626957/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E03: How to Learn Like an Intern (feat. Arya Bedi and Jackson Gerard) Nov 03, 2021

We've talked a lot about the other 'ships' of learning, including mentorships and apprenticeships, but have yet to explore internships. We're joined by Jackson Gerard and Arya Bedi who have taken up an internship within L&D. While sharing their experiences, the learning techniques used by both are an inspiring lesson on how to apply the same tactics within our current roles, regardless of tenure. In essence, how might we always act like an intern?
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E02: Responsible Assessments (feat. John Kessler) Oct 13, 2021

When you hear assessments, you may think of that bad college exam or immediately stress at being judged, however, assessments can be essential for the learning process when used responsibly. John Kessler, Certification and Assessment Lead at Accenture, joins the show to discuss responsible assessments, what it means, the various ways to assess (e.g., learning checks, cognitive abilities, personality traits, skills), the art and the science of assessments writing, content validity/reliability, and how you get started.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S4 E01: Unlearn what you have learned (??) Sep 20, 2021

Was Master Yoda wrong this entire time? Can you really unlearn what you have learned? We discuss this very question with special guest Clare Norman, Professional Certified Coach. We discuss the science of unlearning, why it’s something you can’t do, how you recognize that the old way of thinking is no longer useful, and how you have the courage to develop the new learning.
MORE ABOUT CLARE NORMAN
Website: https://www.clarenormancoachingassociates.com/
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-norman-pcc-a102b25
Podcast: https://www.clarenormancoachingassociates.com/library/podcasts/
Book: Mentor Coaching: A Practical Guide https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0335248799?pf_rd_p=f20e70b1-67f9-48d1-8c78-ba616030b420&amp&pf_rd_r=XTQ1RRK4Y6SXP75STHA7
LEARNING GEEKS “EXPERIENCE DESIGN WORKSHOP AT DISNEYLAND”
We are seeking interested participants to join us at Disneyland sometime in early 2022 for a unique Experience Design Workshop. We would all visit Disneyland, including lands like Galaxy’s Edge, and truly immerse ourselves into the worlds and environments and reflect on how we can apply this in our learning experiences. For those interested, please reach out to Dana, Jake, and/or Bob on LinkedIN.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
R2D2 Loop at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uR8Y5TIKxKM

S3 E16: L&D’s Role in Employee Experiences (feat. Joe Pine) Jul 19, 2021

Joe Pine, co-author of “The Experience Economy” and co-founder of Strategic Horizons, joins the show to discuss the importance of Learning and Development and the role in employee experiences. In our chat with Joe, he explains the definition of experience, what L&D gets wrong with employee experiences, how the pandemic has impacted the types of experiences we expect, and more.
MORE ABOUT JOE PINE
Bio: https://strategichorizons.com/pine-and-gilmore/joe-pine/
Book: The Experience Economy, With a New Preface by the Authors: Competing for Customer Time, Attention, and Money
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E15: Learning Technology and Science Trends in 2021 (feat. Alexandria Clapp) Jun 29, 2021

Alexandria Clapp, content manager for Learning Technologies and Sciences at ATD, joins the show to share her top trends across the L&D and Talent industry. We discuss the meaning and potential impact for the industry and ways we can become catalysts for these trends.
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BOOK REFERENCES
“Learning Science for Instructional Designers - From Cognition to Application” by Clark N. Quinn
“Evidence-Informed Learning Design: Creating Training to Improve Performance” by Mirjam Neelen and Paul A. Kirschner
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E14: Immersive Play, Brain Hacks, and Why We Love This Profession Jun 03, 2021

On a beautiful spring afternoon, each of us came into the show with a topic to discuss for our version of an NPR open table discussion. Bob shares his return to Galaxy’s Edge and how it relates to immersive play. Dana and Bob share the story of Brain hacks and how we can teach our friends and family how to use them. And Jake shares why he feels privileged to be in this profession and why it has created some of the best learning opportunities for all three of us.
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AUDIO CREDIT
“Talkies” by Huma-Huma
Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/ioi_-5sAuXQ
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E13: The Journey from Knowing to Doing (feat. Bob Mosher) May 11, 2021

Chief Learning Evangelist Bob Mosher joins the show to discuss the importance of bringing learning closer to work and how L&D can bring the most impact to the learner. Bob breaks down the 5 Moments of Needs, defining the meaning of ‘apply’, tips on finding the best subject matter expert, how to get started, and much more.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E12: Why Cognitive Apprenticeship is New Again (feat. Lisa Christensen) Apr 21, 2021

What was once old is new again – which is why we are discussing Cognitive Apprenticeship with Lisa Christensen, Director of Learning and Development at McKinsey & Company. Jake and Lisa completed a study last year to learn how Covid-19 has impacted learning through apprenticeship. As a result, Lisa went deeper into the field of Cognitive Apprentice to determine how it can make us more efficient and effective (both as the apprentice and teacher) in our everyday interactions. In addition, we discuss traditional apprenticeship vs. cognitive apprenticeship, the methods, techniques to apply the methods, and why it is perceived to be difficult.

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AUDIO CREDIT

"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E11: Mentorship and Learning - Are They Keys to Employee Retention? Apr 06, 2021

After five years of research working with over 180 organizations and interviewing 10,000 employees, Clint Pulver joins the show to share key findings on why mentorship and learning were key reasons why organizations retain their employees. This work was part of his "Undercover Millennial" research which led to his upcoming book "I Love it Here". Throughout the show, Clint shares his insights from the research, and his experience as an author, leadership speaker, and drummer.
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HOW TO CONNECT WITH CLINT PULVER
Website: https://clintpulver.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpWB8oLO5HOjstE9gmL9Qxg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clintpulver/
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintpulver/
WHERE TO BUY CLINT'S BOOK - "I LOVE IT HERE"
https://clintpulver.com/book/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E10: The Challenge of Making Learning Mandatory Mar 23, 2021

Regardless of how important the topic is, are you compelled to learn something when someone else requires you to learn it? As learning professionals, we are faced with this challenge often. Should we make learning topics mandatory? Or should we avoid it entirely (minus the legal stuff) and focus on motivating? To help us discuss and debate this topic, special guest Michelle Buechler joins the show to share her years of experience with launching company-wide learning initiatives.
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REFERENCES
“Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain" by Lisa Feldman Barrett
https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/books/seven-and-a-half-lessons-about-the-brain/
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All thoughts and views are of our own.
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E09: Take Two - Retrieval Practice Mar 08, 2021

After Dana read “The Power of Teaching”, he wanted to reshine a light on why retrieval practice is such a critical strategy for learning. Dana shares new insights from the book and the guys discuss strategies on how to do it yourselves, how to teach it, and how to support your learners in your learning experiences.
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REFERENCES
“The Power of Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning” by Pooja K. Agarwal and Patrice M. Bain, Ed.S.
https://www.powerfulteaching.org/
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All thoughts and views are of our own.
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E08: How Covid is Reshaping Leadership Development Feb 02, 2021

Rajiv Chandran, Managing Director for Global Leadership at Accenture joins the show to discuss how leadership development is changing because of the pandemic. Rajiv discusses leadership shifts during Covid, the new leadership skills needed going forward, and the impact to training and leadership development.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E07: Eight Lessons We Learned this Year Dec 21, 2020

If 2020 has taught us anything, it's the importance of stepping back and reflecting. The Geeks did just that as they continue their yearly tradition and share their 8 lessons from the year.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars Aftershow: The Mandalorian Season 2 Finale Dec 21, 2020

The Geeks react to a fantastic Season 2 finale of The Mandalorian. There's so much to talk about including reactions to a surprise appearance, new story plots, emotional endings, and much more. Major spoilers ahead. May the Force be with you!
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READ BOB’s BATUUAN RECCE BLOG
https://therecce.substack.com/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Trailer III Music Cover | The Force Theme" by Parademics at https://youtu.be/iop__6nlNJE

S3 E06: Intentional Learning: A Fundamental Skill (feat. Lisa Christensen and Matt Smith) Nov 15, 2020

Learning is a skill and considered the most fundamental skills of our time. In this episode, Lisa Christensen (Director of Learning and Development CoE at McKinsey & Company) and Matt Smith (Partner and CLO at McKinsey & Company) join the show to discuss their research on Intentional Learning. The crew discusses the mindsets and skills of intentional learners, why it’s difficult to master and support, and steps you can begin today to unlock intentionality in your career.
MORE ON INTENTIONAL LEARNING
https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-work/the-most-fundamental-skill-intentional-learning-and-the-career-advantage
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
WHAT IS A VCR?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Videocassette_recorder

Star Wars Aftershow: Mando and the Marshal (feat. Dan Zehr) Nov 09, 2020

It's that time of the year again - The Mandalorian Season 2 premiered so a Star Wars aftershow is in order. Special guest Dan Zehr sticks around to breakdown the episode and nerd out with us. If you didn't catch the previous Learning Geeks episode, Dan joined us to discuss teaching with pop culture. Dan is a high school educator, podcast host of Coffee with Kenobi Podcast, and author of the “Teaching with Star Wars” blog on StarWars.com. May the Force be with you!
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READ BOB’s BATUUAN RECCE BLOG
https://therecce.substack.com/
FOLLOW DAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Twitter: @MrZehr
Facebook: CWK Cafe Group
SUBSCRIBE TO COFFEE WITH KENOBI PODCAST
https://coffeewithkenobi.com/
COFFEE WITH KENOBI PATREON PAGE
https://www.patreon.com/CoffeeWithKenobi
READ DAN’S NEW BOOK – “THE STAR WARS BOOK”
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/636357/the-star-wars-book-by-cole-horton-pablo-hidalgo-and-dan-zehr/
WORK WITH DAN
https://danzmedia.com/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Trailer III Music Cover | The Force Theme" by Parademics at https://youtu.be/iop__6nlNJE

S3 E05: Teaching Core Skills Through Pop Culture (feat. Dan Zehr) Nov 09, 2020

Special guest Dan Zehr - high school educator, podcast host of Coffee with Kenobi Podcast, and author of the “Teaching with Star Wars” blog on StarWars.com - joins the show to discuss how educators in K-12, Higher Ed, and corporate education can learn from the Star Wars franchise. Dan has become well-known for being a teacher who uses Star Wars and pop culture in his classroom to teach about failure, mentors, teachers, family, diversity and much more. So even if you're not a fan of Star Wars, this is still a must listen!
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READ BOB’s BATUUAN RECCE BLOG
https://therecce.substack.com/
FOLLOW DAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Twitter: @MrZehr
Facebook: CWK Cafe Group
SUBSCRIBE TO COFFEE WITH KENOBI PODCAST
https://coffeewithkenobi.com/
COFFEE WITH KENOBI PATREON PAGE
https://www.patreon.com/CoffeeWithKenobi
READ DAN’S NEW BOOK – “THE STAR WARS BOOK”
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/636357/the-star-wars-book-by-cole-horton-pablo-hidalgo-and-dan-zehr/
WORK WITH DAN
https://danzmedia.com/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E04: Go Forward and Fail Oct 13, 2020

Learning from failure is powerful, but sharing stories of our failure takes courage. A recent epic fail inspired us to share stories of our past/recent failures, including why failure feels bad, what can be learned from failure, how to create a culture that accepts failure, and much more. Plus, Bob ends the episode with one of the most inspiring quotes of all-time!
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
“The Jedi Lives Forever (Star Wars fan made soundtrack)” by Luis Humanoide at https://youtu.be/gwWGG_Kgags

S3 E03: Creating Development Plans that Work Sep 01, 2020

Following performance reviews, it's often the time to plan our future development. And that’s where learning kicks in. So in this episode of the Learning Geeks, the guys discuss development plans, how to make them relevant for you, what our development plans typically look like, and why we believe in balancing prescription with self-direction.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E02: Immersive Practice in Virtual Worlds (feat. Carrie Straub, PhD) Aug 09, 2020

Covid-19 has disrupted traditional modes of safe practice, but the advances in virtual reality and simulations are making it possible to provide memorable and impactful learning through practice. In this episode, Carrie Straub, Executive Director: Educational Programs and Research at Mursion, joins the Learning Geeks to discuss the advances in immersive, virtual practice. With Carrie’s immense experience on helping others authentically practice interpersonal skills, she shares why it’s important to create psychologically safe environments, how AI could play a role in the future, and why authentic, safe practice is essential for today’s most important issues (e.g. racial inequalities, unconscious bias).
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RESOURCES
Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab (Publications) – https://vhil.stanford.edu/pubs/
Diamond Age – by Neal Stephenson
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S3 E01: Stimulating Learners through Boredom Jul 20, 2020

In this episode, we explore why it’s okay to be bored, and the science on why it can positively impact creativity, imagination and learning. Finally, we discuss how we should seek boredom during our day to be better learners.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
RESOURCES
Link to Manoush Zomorodi’s Ted Talk – How boredom can lead to your most brilliant ideas
https://www.ted.com/talks/manoush_zomorodi_how_boredom_can_lead_to_your_most_brilliant_ideas?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare

S2 E13: Tales of the Professor (Part 2) - The Light Side of Remote Teaching (feat. Tad Leckman) Jun 16, 2020

In Part 2 of a two-part series, Tad Leckman, Professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz, continues to share tales of his abrupt end of the traditional university classroom and everything he has learned to deliver remotely. Part two focuses on the light side (meaning everything good!) of remote teaching. The findings are incredibly relevant and allow many learning professionals to gain empathy for not just the instructor, but also the learner as well. The guys discuss certification from a distance, remote collaborative game-play, attrition, things that will stick, and much more.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E12: Tales of the Professor (Part 1) - Teaching in a New World (feat. Tad Leckman) May 28, 2020

In Part 1 of a two part series, Tad Leckman, Professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz, joins the show to share his tales of his abrupt end of the traditional university classroom and everything he has learned to deliver remotely. The findings are incredibly relevant and allow many learning professionals to gain empathy for not just the instructor, but also the learner as well. The guys discuss concentration fatigue, psychological changes, exhaustion, learner collaboration, economic factors, design, and much more.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E11: Up-Cycling from Classroom to Digital Apr 27, 2020

Some in-person events are meant to only be conducted live…right? Bob gets us to discuss this common belief to understand if an online experience could be equivalent to an in-person event. We do this by analyzing two popular fitness brands – one that focuses on the ‘at home’ model, and another that focuses on the in-person, community feel. We hope that you can play along at home and hopefully able to facilitate the same activity with your colleagues.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E10: How to be a Storyteller with Video (feat. Matt Pierce) Apr 15, 2020

Matt Pierce, Learning and Video Ambassador at TechSmith Corporation, joins the show to talk about the ins-and-outs of storytelling with video. Including how you get started, audio quality, personality, and how to engage your audience. A great discussion for anyone new or experienced in this space. Plus, Matt secretly throws in a possible RIP term that we should no longer use when creating video. What that is…well I can’t tell you until you listen!
TECH SMITH ACADEMY
Be sure to check out Tech Smith Academy for plenty of tutorials and tips on getting started with video https://academy.techsmith.com/.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E9: Rapid Response to Learning Disruptions (feat. Elliott Masie and Allison Horn) Mar 18, 2020

The Learning Geeks are joined by special guest Elliott Masie, Learning Host and Curator for the Masie Center, and Allison Horn, Global Lead for Talent at Accenture, to discuss how we can pivot in the moment when our best laid plans in our learning programs are quickly disrupted. We discuss the appropriate design mindset, how to embrace the design opportunity in virtual learning, emotional relevancy, practical tips, and much more.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E8: Your Brain on Learning with Dr. Britt Andreatta Mar 06, 2020

The Geeks are live at the #ATD Techknowledge Conference in San Jose, CA. They were joined with special guest Dr. Britt Andreatta, CEO and President of 7th Mind Inc. and author of several books including her latest, Wired to Grow 2.0. Britt shares her extensive research into how the brain learns and discusses the importance of learning from failure, avoiding learned helplessness, impact on learning with change fatigue, and much more. Britt closes the show by sharing his "RIP" topic - which is something in the learning world she believes should be put to rest.
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AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E7: Games for Learning with Karl Kapp Feb 09, 2020

The Learning Geeks are back for 2020 and recording LIVE at the ATD Techknowledge Conference and joined by special guest Karl Kapp. Karl is an Instructional Technology Professor at Bloomsburg University who is widely known as a learning game design guru in our field. The Geeks and Karl discuss games for learning, types of gameplay, lessons we can learn from game designers, and much more. Karl closes the show by sharing his "RIP" topic - which is something in the learning world he believes should be put to rest.
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S2 E6: Reflecting Back, Looking Forward Dec 18, 2019

Join the Learning Geeks as they continue their end-of-year tradition reflecting back and looking forward. Bob, Dana, and Jake share their lessons learned as learning professionals from 2019. Dana explains why 2020 continues to be a great time to be in the learning profession. The guys then conclude the show (and year) by sharing their goals in 2020 and how they plan to continue to grow and contribute to the learning field.
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Star Wars Aftershow: The Rise of Baby Yoda Dec 18, 2019

This special edition of the Learning Geeks - Star Wars Aftershow comes heels of the Skywalker Saga coming to a close and Baby Yoda rising to fame. The Geeks discuss their favorite episodes of Mando so far and reflect on the emotion and excitement of watching the final movie of the 9 episode saga.
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S2 E5: How We Learn and How to Learn Better Nov 25, 2019

Allison Horn, Global Lead of Learning & Development at Accenture, joins the show again to talk about a topic near and dear to our hearts – how we learn and how we can be better learners. Allison and the Geeks discuss techniques to learn better, learning as a skill, common challenges, our role as a better learner, our favorite resources that helps us learn better, and much more.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars Aftershow: The Mandalorian Debuts! Nov 12, 2019

This special edition of the Learning Geeks - Star Wars Aftershow, comes live from Jake's Basement immediately following the debut of The Mandalorian. The Geeks discuss non-spoiler reactions first, and then transition to a spoiler-filled discussion on all surprises, our intrigue, and the fun in the premiere. And yes, we were able to somehow weave a little learning discussion within our chat!
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

LIVE at Learning 2019: Storytelling with Elliott Masie Nov 05, 2019

The Geeks are recording live at Learning 2019 in Orlando, Florida in front of a “studio audience”. In Segment 1 of their show, the Geeks welcome special guest Elliott Masie to discuss Storytelling in Learning and why it’s one of Elliott’s top trends in learning.
RESOURCES
You can learn more about Elliott at https://masie.com/
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LIVE at Learning 2019: Adopting an Agile Mindset Nov 05, 2019

The Geeks are recording live at Learning 2019 in Orlando, Florida in front of a “studio audience”. In Segment 2 of their show, the Geeks welcome special guests Caro Paduch and Carey Paquette to discuss the agile mindset, agile coaching, and additional lessons learned from their Learning Organization's shift to agile.
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LIVE at Learning 2019: Our Approach to Podcasting Nov 05, 2019

The Geeks are recording live at Learning 2019 in Orlando, Florida in front of a “studio audience”. In Segment 3 of their show, the Geeks welcome studio guests Matt Houck and Doug Holt for a special Q&A on how the Geeks do podcasting. We discuss our format, how we plan, how we record, and how others can bring podcasting into their own environment.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

S2 E4: Learning with the Body, Mind, and Soul (feat. Lauren Hodges, Ed. D.) Oct 10, 2019

Lauren Hodges (Ed. D.) joins the Geeks to discuss Health and Science within learning. Lauren is a professional trainer, performance coach, researcher, and consultant who has spent years practicing and applying new ways in which we can approach learning in a more holistic way. Lauren and the Geeks discuss energy management, purpose driven learning, recovery moments, learning with emotion, digital detox, wellness tech for good, and more! Be sure to tune in and take your breaks while you listen!
ABOUT LAUREN
You can find Lauren at grasshoppertraining.com and drlaurenhodges.com.
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S2 E3: The Mindset of an Essentialist Sep 26, 2019

After reading ‘Essentialism’ by Greg McKeown, Dana found a direct application to our Learning world. As the author states, “our society has been consumed by the undisciplined pursuit of more…” So in this episode, the Geeks unpack the core principles of Essentialism and discuss why adopting a mindset on an Essentialist can help us be better teachers, designers, learners, and colleagues.
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S2 E2: Serious vs. Playful Engagement and an Intro to Essentialism Sep 08, 2019

Providing our learners with more practice opportunities is always a good thing, but when do certain situations require more serious engagement versus a playful one? The Learning Geeks kick off the show discussing this topic after Bob shares a recent discover when moving from a more classic role play simulation, to one that is more game-based. To close the show, Dana introduces the concept of Essentialism and previews the impact on learning. The Geeks plan to discuss this topic more in depth in our next episode, so check out the book Essentialism by Greg McKeown for a preview!
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Season 2 Kickoff - Summer Learning Happened So Fast Aug 21, 2019

The Geeks are finished with their Summer breaks and crazy travel schedules to officially kickoff Season 2 of the Learning Geeks podcast. The guys recap their summer tales, share what they’ve been learning, and explain why the best educators can appear when you least expect it. We look forward to a fun season and can’t wait to enjoy the learning geekiness with you all.
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"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Summer Special: Batuu’s Lesson on Learning Experience Design Jul 16, 2019

Summer is here and our PTO and traveling schedules have made us take a summer break. However, the Geeks got together from all over the galaxy, to record a special episode to talk about Learning Experience Design. Bob is vacationing in Batuu and is sharing the planet's secret on how to immerse your guests taking advantage of our senses, imaginations, and emotions. So many lessons we can learn as learning professionals!
Starting in August 2019, we will return to our normal schedule and have plenty of guests lined up.
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter, or other channels!
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

18: Innovation - How do we create the future? Jun 14, 2019

All of us in the learning and education profession are asked to innovate, but this can take time, requires support, and doesn’t always have a clear path. So when we’re asked to innovate, how do we do it? The Learning Geeks try to tackle these questions and share tips, successes, and failures that we can all learn from to create the future of learning.
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter, or other channels!
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

17: Designing the Learner’s Hero Journey May 20, 2019

Before Dana heads off to ATD International Conference, the Learning Geeks dedicate another episode workshopping a new design challenge - how do we better articulate the learner experience to our stakeholders and sponsors? The Geeks discuss journey design, mapping, energy, and even the hero’s journey. Also, If you’re at ATD ICE, stop by and say hello to Dana. He will be presenting Wednesday at the “ATD Forum 5: Be the Hero Benchmarking Learning in the Future” session.
If you have a design challenge that you would like to discuss, or even participate live on the show, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter, or other channels!
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

16: We Need Space…But How Much? May 08, 2019

The Learning Geeks decide to dedicate the entire episode to a very popular learning principle – Spaced Learning. It’s never easy and always a topic of debate and discussion, so Bob shares a current learning challenge and the Geeks discuss how to possibly solve it. They also discuss what space really means, why it’s important, and why it could influence the future of learning professionals.
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars After Show - RunDisney, SW Celebration, and Sheev Palpatine Apr 23, 2019

With so much to share in the Star Wars world, the Geeks stick around for their special segment to discuss everything Star Wars. Bob and Jake completed a two week Star Wars celebration that included a Star Wars themed 5K and Half Marathon, a road trip, and a long weekend full of surprises and announcements.
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

15: Unconscious Learning, Love of Flight, and Mastering Skills Apr 02, 2019

The Learning Geeks have a smorgasbord of topics on today’s episode. Jake kicks it off discussing why our brains battle between unconscious and conscious learning. Dana has another flight adventure and shares how it’s possible to teach a simple technique to learn a complex skill. And Bob shares his recent experience with a popular MOOC and tries to discover the secret sauce and what we can learn from it.
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Book Credit: Atomic Habits by James Clear. https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

14: Immersion, Habits, and Big Life News Mar 12, 2019

The Learning Geeks are back and kick off the show discussing why Dana’s recent flight experience led him to discover new connections with immersive learning. Bob shares an update on his learning goals and why building a habit full of practice, immersion, and contextual learning has become so critical to his success. We close the show by sharing some big life news from one of the geeks – but from who? You’ll have to listen and find out!
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

13: Falling in Love with Questions and Sharing Stories vs. Memories Feb 05, 2019

Dana kicks off the show by sharing his love of questions, so the Geeks discuss why falling in love with the question can lead to better design, learning, and teaching. Jake shares a video tip and explains why focusing on sharing stories vs. sharing memories can dramatically improve your video game. Jake then previews ATD’s Techknowledge 2019 Conference. The Geeks also pay tribute to a major advocate for continuous learning and curiosity – Pierre Nanterme.
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Check out Jake’s ATD TK Promo Video called “There’s Hope in January” https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6496014304909885440
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

12: The Desire to Learn and Learning Ecosystems Jan 20, 2019

The Learning Geeks are back and kickoff 2019! We learn that Bob’s most influential teacher shared a surprise response which sparks a great discussion on the importance of not only creating the environment to learn, but having the desire to learn. Dana then shares his favorite Christmas gift and Bob gives a progress update on his learning resolution. The Geeks close the show talking about a new concept, Learning Ecosystems, and how it relates to personalizing our learning.
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

11: Inspirational Teachers and Learning Resolutions Dec 20, 2018

Join the Learning Geeks once again as they wrap up 2018. Jake shares his ‘Ode to the Teacher’, the geeks reflect on their most inspirational teachers, and they close year by looking ahead at their 2019 learning resolutions. Oh, and Bob gives us a quick review of the new Mary Poppins movie, and Jake tells us why Elf on the Shelf gives him nightmares.
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

10: A Long Awaited Visit with Allison Horn Dec 19, 2018

Join the Learning Geeks as they (finally) welcome Allison Horn, Global Lead for Learning at Accenture and patron saint of the Geeks, to the studio. Hear what Allison likes about our field right now, what she’s looking forward to in the future, and exactly how she got to where she is today.
Check us out at https://www.learninggeekspod.com/.
Check out the Learning to Learn Coursera Course - https://www.coursera.org/learn/learning-how-to-learn
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

09: King Knows Best and RIP Mindscrew Activities Dec 02, 2018

The Learning Geeks sit around the campfire to tell the classic tale of the Scandinavian warship – the Vasa – and why an almost 400-year-old ship has a valuable lesson to be learned. Later, Bob brings the funeral music back and lays to rest a classic learning activity that too often results with head scratching.
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Check out the Vasa Museum - https://www.vasamuseet.se/en
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

08: Reflecting on Learning 2018 and Giving Thanks Nov 20, 2018

The Learning Geeks are back at home and joined by the Learning Geekette (Michelle Voytko) to discuss what we walked away with following our time at Learning 2018. This is a great run-down of some key learnings and we hope you can learn from them too. And considering it’s Thanksgiving week in the U.S., what better way to close the show then to share something we’re all thankful for.
Check us out at https://www.learninggeekspod.com/.
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Special Edition: Masie Learning 2018 Preview Nov 04, 2018

Live from Elliott Masie’s Learning 2018 conference, the Learning Geeks are joined by the Learning Geekette (Michelle Voytko) for a pre-conference run-down. We’ll share a preview of what we’re presenting at the conference, plus some tips for making the most of the experience. Even if you can’t make it to the conference this year, you’ll get some great snippets of some of our latest work!
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars After Show - These Aren’t the Droids You’re Looking For Oct 18, 2018

The Geeks stick around following Episode 07 to talk Star Wars, and why not, we have Tad Leckman in studio with us! Tad shares how his R2-D2 model became a star, Bob shares what Immersion was to him growing up and compares it to modern day versions including Disney (Galaxy's Edge) and The Void (Secret's of the Empire VR).
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

07: Real Life Padawans: Mentors, Apprentices, and Learning on the Job Oct 17, 2018

In today’s episode, the Geeks are joined by Tad Leckman, artist, designer, and educator for the entertainment world. Tad shares an on-the-job learning experience while learning 3D modeling at Industrial Light and Magic. That eventually led him to found the Jedi Master's program for LucasFilm Animation in Singapore, an apprenticeship program for designers and artists. Many connections to any learning professional. Have a listen!
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

06: Immersion Neuroscience and RIP Learning Styles Sep 28, 2018

In today’s episode, the Geeks are live again in Chicago, IL. Bob begins the show sharing a new study he is working on with Dr. Paul Zak, Neuroscientist and Professor at Claremont Graduate University. Bob shares how they are measuring immersion in real-time, within the classroom. The Geeks discuss the latest findings and what we can learn from it. To close the show, Dana puts another familiar learning term to rest – Learning Styles.
To learn more about Immersion Neuroscience, see http://www.immersionneuro.com
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

05: Capturing Hearts and Minds Sep 16, 2018

In today’s episode, we welcome our first guest to the show, Lauren Lobel - Global Lead of Onboarding at Accenture. Lauren joins the geeks to discuss why onboarding is a powerful and emotional opportunity to capture the hearts and minds of your newly hired employees. Whether your organization is large or small, the crew discuss ways to increase learning durability, increase sense of belonging, and empower the learner to learn better.
To connect with Lauren, reach out on LinkedIn at Lauren W. Lobel, Twitter is @LaurenLobel. And Instagram is laurenwlobel.
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Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

04: Mental Representations and Curious as a Cat Aug 30, 2018

In today’s episode - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson open it up with listener mailbag and share why one listener’s letter may change the show’s structure forever. The geeks revisit the topic of Mental Representations but dive deeper and explain what learning designers can learn from it. To close the show, we share our perspective on how humans, not cats, can build a habit of learning.
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Star Wars After Show - Surprise and Delight Aug 13, 2018

Following the recording of Episode 03, the Learning Geeks stuck around to discuss why a recent Star Wars announcement triggered a connection on what we can do to help people feel a sense of surprise and delight. In addition, they discuss how immersive reality is helping certain theme parks rise to the top in the global ranks.
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

03: Learning about Education and Our New RIP Segment Aug 13, 2018

In Episode 03, the Learning Geeks - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson discuss "Learning about Education" through our own experiences. Topics include purposeful learning, Educere vs, Educare, mental representations, and "being good enough vs. being an expert". To close out, we try a new segment called "Rest in Peace" where we put to rest a term that's overly used in the learning world.
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

02: Science of Teams, Magic of Creativity, and Learning Rituals Jul 17, 2018

In our second, but first public episode, the Learning Nerds - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson, discuss the neuroscience of teams and learning, the magic of creativity, and the rituals of learning. Dana also tries a new segment called the "Lighting Round" and of course, no podcast would be complete without mentioning Star Wars at some point.
Be sure to check out Britt Andreatta's book "Wired to Connect" at your preferred book store!
Thoughts and views are our own.
Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

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