Who are we? Why do we act, think and feel the way we do? How can we become our best, most authentic selves? Welcome to Typology, a podcast that explores the mystery of the human personality and how we can use the Enneagram typing system as a tool to become our best, most authentic selves. Hosted by author, speaker and counselor, Ian Morgan Cron, Typology features interviews with thought leaders from every sphere of life, including renowned Enneagram authors and teachers, psychologists, theol ...
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James Rhodes on Navigating Life as an Enneagram Nine [S08-033]
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35:38In this episode of Typology, we welcome special guest James Rhodes, co-founder and president of the artist-owned record label FiXT. As an Enneagram Type 9, James shares his journey of self-discovery through the Enneagram, the impact it has had on his family and work environment, and how he integrates it into his label's culture. We discuss the chal…
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Beyond Addiction: How the 12 Steps Can Enrich Everyone's Spiritual Journey
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52:44What can we all glean from the 12 Steps? John Ortberg and I share an insightful conversation about the transformative power of the 12 steps for everyone. John, an Enneagram 3, begins by sharing his unique insights into the Enneagram and how it intersects with the journey of personal growth and spiritual development. Then, we dig into the 12 steps a…
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The Essential Self: Unpacking the Enneagram and Internal Family Systems with Jenna Riemersma (Type 1)
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50:56Join us for an enlightening episode of Typology as we dig into the fascinating intersection of the Enneagram and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with our special guest, Jenna Riemersma. Jenna, a bestselling author and certified therapist, shares her insights on how understanding our internal parts can lead to personal and spiritual transforma…
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Special Episode: Ian reads Chapter One of The Fix
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46:40We’ve got a special episode for you today! With the release of my new book, The Fix, just days away, I wanted to share the first chapter with our Typology listeners. You'll hear the entire first chapter of The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone In Between, record…
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Navigating Leadership and Self-Awareness: Insights from Enneagram 8 Bethny Ricks
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43:21Join us for another episode of Typology as we dive deep into the world of the Enneagram with special guest Bethny Ricks, an Enneagram 8 and author of the new book, Face Forward: Reclaiming Hope When Everything Falls Apart. Bethny shares her unique journey with the Enneagram, discussing how it helped her understand herself in ways other assessments …
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Consent and Connection: How to Experience God's Presence in Everyday Life, feat. John Eldredge
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42:14Join us for a captivating episode of Typology as we dive deep into the spiritual journey with New York Times bestselling author John Eldridge! In this special interview, we explore themes from his latest book, Experience Jesus Really: Finding Refuge, Strength, and Wonder Through Everyday Encounters with God. We engage in a rich conversation about t…
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Room for Good Things: Josh Nadeau on Finding Beauty in Everyday Life (Enneagram 7)
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49:07Today we welcome special guest, Josh Nadeau, Enneagram 7 and author of the new book, Room for Good Things to Run Wild: How Ordinary People Become Everyday Saints. In this episode, we explore Josh's journey through addiction, recovery, and the transformative power of beauty and faith. Josh shares his personal experiences with alcoholism, the challen…
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Grieve, Breathe, Receive with Steve Carter (Type 3)
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34:01How can grief operate as a transformative experience, leading to deeper self-awareness and a more authentic connection to oneself and others? Join us as we dive deep into the topic of grief through the lens of the Enneagram, featuring special guest Steve Carter, author of "Grieve, Breathe, Receive: Finding a Faith Strong Enough to Hold On." In this…
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Navigating the Holidays: How to Support Each Enneagram Type, feat. Christina Wilcox
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37:29Join us in this enlightening episode of Typology as we explore the intricacies of the Enneagram and how it can enhance our relationships during the holiday season. This week, we welcome Christina Wilcox, author of Take Care of Your Type and Take Care of Your Friends, who shares her journey of discovering her Enneagram type as a Six and the profound…
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Lessons About Suicidality from Enneagram 6, Chris Morris
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53:29Did you know that suicide is one the leading causes of death in the United States? According to the CDC, “In 2022, an estimated 13.2 million adults seriously thought about suicide, 3.8 million planned a suicide attempt, and 1.6 million attempted suicide.” Today on Typology, Enneagram 6, Chris Morris, joins us for an important and vulnerable convers…
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How to Set and Maintain Healthy Boundaries (S08-023)
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39:32This week, Anthony and I explore different types of boundaries, offering examples of what this might look like for various Enneagram types. Boundaries are essential to developing healthy relationships of any kind, but they’re often misunderstood or wielded incorrectly. I think of boundaries as value-based, invisible lines that we set up to take car…
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Gratitude and the Enneagram: Celebrating the Gifts of Each Type (S08-022)
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23:48German-born spiritual teacher and self-help author Eckhart Tolle once wrote, "Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance." I found this to be true in my life as well, and as it turns out, expressing gratitude isn't just a sound spiritual practice. It's essential to our emotional and physical well-b…
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William Vanderbloemen on Self-Awareness and Leadership: How the Enneagram and Data-Driven Habits Can Transform Your Career
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50:58Welcome back to the Typology Podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by special guest William Vanderbloemen, an Enneagram 7, and author of the new book Be the Unicorn: 12 Data-Driven Habits That Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest. Join us as we explore how self-awareness can transform not only our professional lives but also our personal relation…
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Surprising insights into the story of Christmas, feat. AJ Sherrill (Type 3)
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37:55This week we welcome back special guest and Enneagram 3, AJ Sherrill. This time, we explore AJ's journey of spiritual direction, his insights on the Enneagram, and his new book, Rediscovering Christmas: Surprising Insights into the Story You Thought You Knew. We discuss the importance of slowing down during the busy holiday season, the emotional ho…
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Navigating Life's Dissonance: Lessons from Even After Everything, with Stephanie Duncan Smith
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50:30Join us for a heartfelt episode of the Typology as we welcome author Stephanie Duncan Smith, an Enneagram Four, to discuss her new book, Even After Everything: The Spiritual Practice of Knowing the Risks and Loving Anyway. In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of joy and sorrow, exploring the dissonance that often accompanies our life…
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The Enneagram for Teens: Tools for Connection and Growth, feat. Ainsley Britain
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45:32Have you ever wondered how to you use the Enneagram with teens? In this episode of the Typology Podcast, we welcome Ainsley Britain, author of the new book The Enneagram for Teens: A Complete Guide to Self-Discovery and Spiritual Growth. Together, we explore how the Enneagram can be a powerful tool for self-awareness and personal growth for teenage…
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3 Parts of the Essential Self, feat. Dr. Alison Cook (Type 3)
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54:33What is the essential self and how do we get in touch with it enough that it becomes a trusted leader for all of our parts? Today we welcome Dr. Alison Cook, therapist and host of the top-ranked podcast, The Best of You, to talk about the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and how it can help all of us do some important healing work toward integra…
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The Power of Breath: A Path to Conscious Living and Emotional Wisdom, feat. Finnian Kelly [Type 7]
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54:26Today we welcome the incredible Finnian Kelly, an Enneagram 7 and author of the groundbreaking book, Intentionality: A Groundbreaking Guide to Brain Consciousness and Radical Self-Transformation. In this episode, Finnian shares his journey of discovering his Enneagram type and the insights he's gained along the way as it pertains to his work and re…
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What Happens Next? feat. Max Lucado [Type 3]
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58:35This week, we welcome back beloved author and pastor, Max Lucado for a meaningful conversation about a range of topics, including the emotional landscape of shame and guilt, the nuances of addiction and how it manifests in various forms beyond substance abuse, and Max’s new book What Happens Next: A Travelers’ Guide Through The End of This Age. In …
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The Perfect Balance: How an Enneagram 1 and 7 Complement Each Other in Life and Love, feat. Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh
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47:50Join us for an enlightening discussion with Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh, the brilliant minds behind the podcast BS Free MD. In this episode, we explore the unique dynamics of their relationship as an Enneagram 1 (May) and an Enneagram 7 (Tim), discussing how their personality types influence their lives, careers, and marriage. Discover how they chal…
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The Narrow Path: Embracing Pain and Transformation with Rich Villodas (Type 7)
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56:29Join us in this enlightening episode of Typology as we dive deep into the world of the Enneagram with our special guest, Rich Villodas, an Enneagram 7 and lead pastor of New Life Fellowship. Rich is the author of bestselling books, including The Deeply Formed Life and his latest work, The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our S…
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Awakening to Wholeness: Navigating Midlife with Chip Conley (Type 3)
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46:23This week we dive deep into the transformative journey of midlife with the incredible Chip Conley, author of "Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age." Chip, an Enneagram 3, shares his personal experiences and insights on navigating the complexities of identity, success, and the quest for authenticity as we age through th…
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Joel Smallbone Shifts His Narrative (Type 3)
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59:23It’s a mistake to presume your way of seeing the world is normal because that means every time you meet someone with a different way of seeing the world, if it’s different than yours, you will feel justified in judging them abnormal. But the Enneagram teaches there are actually nine normal ways of seeing the world, not just yours. Part of emotional…
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Should You Stay or Should You Leave? feat. Emily P. Freeman (Type 4)
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55:28In today's episode, spiritual director, podcast host, and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author Emily Freeman and I dive into the topic of human relationships and decision-making through the lens of the Enneagram. We discuss Emily's new book, "How to Walk into a Room," which offers a unique perspective on discerning when to stay and when to walk a…
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Scott Allender Homes in on the Enneagram and Emotional Intelligence
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25:29How does knowing a person’s personality style help you in leadership development? In today’s replay, Scott Allender, Senior Vice President of Talent Strategy & Development at Warner Music Group, explains the concept of emotional intelligence, shares how he uses the Enneagram in team building and leadership development, and highlights the importance…
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