Learning From Your World

Technology is often blamed for pulling us away from the people and world around us. But can it be designed to do the opposite?
In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Cross, Founder and CEO of Goosechase, to explore how play and shared experiences help us learn, connect, and create stronger memories.
We discuss:- Why experiences can be more powerful than simply sharing information- What it looks like to design technology that brings people back into the real world- How to make everyday activities more creative, engaging, and meaningful
Andrew also shares the story behind Goosechase and challenges us to stop accepting "how it’s always been done,” and instead ask "what would make this a better experience?"

What influences whether people choose to speak up, listen, and connect?
In this episode, I sit down with Megan Reitz, Associate Fellow at Oxford University's Saïd Business School, to explore the habits, environments, and ways of paying attention that shape our conversations, relationships, and leadership.
 
We discuss:
- Why people stay silent, even when they have something important to say.- How busyness changes the way we listen, lead, and connect- How to create more meaningful conversations at work and in life
 
Resources:
Megan's LinkedIn
Megan's Website

There's a lot of conversation about AI, the economy, and the future of work. But what's actually happening? In this episode, I sit down with Connor Lokar, Senior Forecaster and Keynote Manager at ITR Economics, to discuss why today's job market feels so different, how AI is influencing hiring, and what individuals and organizations can do to prepare for the future.
We discuss:
- Why today's job market feels so different- How AI and economic trends are changing hiring and the future of work- What individuals and business leaders can do to prepare for what's ahead

In this episode, I sit down with Alastair Greener, speaker, author, researcher, and host of the Generationally Speaking podcast.
We discuss:
- Alastair's insights from his research on communication across generations.
- How stereotypes can get in the way of connection.
- Why our formative experiences shape how we see the world, and what it takes to build trust and understanding across differences.
Whether you're leading a team, working across generations, or trying to better understand the people around you, this conversation offers a thoughtful perspective on communication and connection in a changing world.
Generationally Speaking Website

In this episode, I sit down with Brad Steckart, founder of Sit By Me, an app designed to help people connect in real life, in real time.
We talk about the story behind the app, why starting conversations can feel harder than it should, and how technology can serve as a bridge to real-world connection rather than a replacement for it. Brad also shares the personal experiences that shaped his work and what he’s learning about loneliness, courage, community, and creating more natural opportunities for people to meet.
Check out Sit By Me

Strong relationships are not found, they're built.
In this episode, I talk with relationship expert and leadership educator Carole Robin, former Stanford Graduate School of Business faculty member and co-author of Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues. Together, we explore the practical skills that help people build trust, strengthen communication, and create meaningful relationships at work and in life.
We discuss:
- The difference between functional and exceptional relationships- Why being willing to be seen and known builds trust- How curiosity strengthens relationships- The role of vulnerability in effective leadership- How to use the 15% Rule to step outside your comfort zone- One practical step to strengthen a relationship this week
 
This episode is for you if you:
- Want stronger relationships at work or at home- Lead people and want to build trust- Feel stuck in surface-level communication- Want practical tools to build better relationships- Believe connection is essential to success and well-being
 
Resources:
Carole's LinkedIn
Connect Book

Most leaders struggle because they’re trying to figure it out on their own. In this conversation with Allen Hauge, we talk about what changes when you’re in the right room. After more than 30 years working with CEOs, Allen shares how trust, vulnerability, and the right peer community help leaders gain clarity, and make better decisions.
In this episode, we discuss:- Why leaders make worse decisions in isolation- The “experience trap” and how it limits your thinking- Why clarity and connection are the foundation of strong leadership
If you’re leading a team, building a company, or trying to navigate complex decisions, this conversation offers a powerful reminder: you don’t have to do it alone. 

Making friends as an adult is hard, especially when you move somewhere new and don’t know anyone.
In this episode, I talk with Holly Cooke, founder of The Lonely Girls Club, about what it actually looks like to build friendships and community as an adult. Holly shares how she started the London Lonely Girls Club, why showing up matters more than confidence, and what it takes to keep going when things feel uncomfortable or uncertain over time.

Happiness was never meant to be an individual pursuit. In this conversation, Nic Marks, founder of Friday Pulse and creator of the Happy Planet Index, explains why happiness evolved as a social emotion, and why our brains light up in connection with others. We explore why so many of us are stuck in “okay” lives, why individualism has unintentionally disconnected us from what makes us thrive, and how our relationships are the most powerful predictors of our health and longevity.
Nic also reveals why anger spreads faster than joy and how trust transforms entire communities. And in a world where people report more loneliness, more fear, and more fragmentation than ever, his message is a wake-up call: happiness isn’t something we chase alone. It’s something we create together.

What actually helps you trust again after you’ve been hurt or manipulated?
In this episode, author and educator Tracy A. Malone joins me to talk about what it takes to rebuild self-trust after narcissistic abuse. We unpack why awareness alone isn’t enough, how “sweet words” without consistent action break trust, and why self-forgiveness is often the hardest (and most freeing) part of healing.
We explore how fear and people-pleasing keep us stuck in old patterns, how to recognize your role without blaming yourself, and what it really means to trust your own voice again. You’ll walk away with simple, real-life ways to rebuild confidence, set boundaries without guilt, and choose relationships that feel mutual, safe, and real.