Best Tacoma Mindset Podcasts (2024)

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#101 – The Manager's Radar Revisited 27:07

2h ago27:07

27:07

“If you are thinking about work as you’re getting ready for your work day, what you're probably thinking about are tasks, phone calls and meetings. In addition to that, maybe even instead of that, if you just quickly review these 6 concepts, it would change everything.” In this solo episode, Mike Nash dives into the essential elements of effective …

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GCP: Friday Night Hangout - Comic Show Recap / Tyson vs. Paul 1:00:15

2h ago1:00:15

1:00:15

On this GCP episode, the guys chat about the Grit City Comic Book Show, the Mike Tyson fight projections, enhancing your Thanksgiving experience, GCP movie night, small community family relations, and topics you could discuss at the Thanksgiving get-together. 01:37 – Jeff welcomes listeners from around the world, Scott talks about hanging out at th…

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#100 – The Random Show (100 Episodes of The MWMH Podcast!) 1:18:09

7h ago1:18:09

1:18:09

We’re 100!! To celebrate the centennial, we’re taking a break from our usual programming as Ethan and Mike get personal, tackling questions like "What makes a good parent?" and "How do you define success?" This special episode pulls back the curtain on the minds and hearts behind Nash Consulting. Here's to the next 100 episodes! Check out the Mind …

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GCP: Friday Night Hang Out - Guns and AI Girlfriends 1:02:25

7d ago1:02:25

1:02:25

On this episode, the guys chat about state public records laws, the upcoming Grit City Comic Show, Thanksgiving table topics, AI chatbots, and this week also features the next DB Cooper episode with Larry Carr. 01:43 – Jeff kicks the podcast thanking veterans for their service, Scott welcomes the Ohio listeners, and Jeff reflects on the great day h…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - All The Cons! Featuring The Cooper Vortex 52:46

14d ago52:46

52:46

This time, the guys talk about the recent Washington State Horror Con, the upcoming Grit City Comic Show, the after-party plans, and they drop the second episode of The Cooper Vortex series featuring the interview with Pat and Ron, authors of The Legend of DB Cooper: Death by Natural Causes. 01:24 – Jeff welcomes GCP friend Cnote, Scott talks about…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Halloween Favorites and Top 10's with Suzanne and Derek! 1:04:47

21d ago1:04:47

1:04:47

GCP friends Derek and Suzanne hang with Jeff on this episode. They chat about Drinking for Conservation‘s upcoming events, Derek’s trip to Tokyo, Halloween Costumes, favorite Halloween Candy, top scary movies, and much more! 01:17 – Jeff starts the show discussing how he and Derek met, Suzanne gives a shout-out to the next Drinking for Conservation…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Getting Creative - Bonus w/ Joshua W. Turner 1:21:02

28d ago1:21:02

1:21:02

On this episode the guys chat about Auto Zone, Grit City Comic Con, photomicrography, and segment guest Joshua W. Turner discusses the topic “what kind of musician are you”, what lead him to finding the type of musician he is, and the exciting news that his band We Wept are releasing their second single on October 23rd. He closed by expressing the …

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GCP: Friday Night Hang Out - Spooky Things, Weiner Dogs, & Sports 42:54

1M ago42:54

42:54

This week’s segment is with Erik, GCP’s Tacoma Sports expert! He discusses the haps on sports in the community and Jeff and Scott chat about Oktoberfest, Washington State Horror Convention guests, movie night, slugs, and saying goodbye to summer. 01:18 – Jeff welcomes new listeners, talks about how his week has gone, and what got him through the we…

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Quick Announcement & Asking a Favor 3:20

1M ago3:20

3:20

Just a couple quick things for you! Subscribe on Spotify here and Apple Podcasts here. Subscribe to our newsletter here or text the word "Leading" to the number 66866. Cheers! https://www.nashconsulting.com/By Nash Consulting

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GCP: Sunday Sermon- Oktober! Bonus - GCP Gamer talk with Derek 57:44

1M ago57:44

57:44

On this episode, Scott and Jeff welcome new listeners and chat about Oktoberfest, horror movies, scary games, and Mount Adams's increased activity. The podcast also includes the next installment of Derek’s, aka The Sometimes Geek, Gaming series, which recommends horror games to enjoy as we approach the spooky season. 01:42 – Scott welcomes new GCP …

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Caturday! Featuring The Cooper Vortex Podcast 45:38

2M ago45:38

45:38

This episode stars the first of The Cooper Vortex series, featuring clips from The Cooper Vortex podcast episode and conversations with Bruce A. Smith. Direct from The Cooper Vortex Podcast: Bruce A. Smith is a legend in the Vortex. He's the author of DB Cooper and the FBI: A Case Study of America's Only Unsolved Skyjacking, and the force behind Th…

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#99 – The Key to Productive Meetings? Thoughtful Agendas. 37:07

2M ago37:07

37:07

"People spend way too much time in crappy meetings. They suck your soul and they discourage you." In this episode of Managing with Mind and Heart, Ethan and Mike Nash discuss the importance of a less glamorous yet essential part of the workplace: meeting agendas. As a follow-up to the recent episode on how to wrap up meetings with clarity and closu…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Animals, Drinking, & The Coloring Book! Bonus featuring Suzanne Akerman 1:06:15

2M ago1:06:15

1:06:15

Scott and Jeff discuss otters in the news, Tibbitts@FernHill, and GCP coloring books. Long-time friend of the podcast, Suzanne Akerman, kicks off her series at Peaks and Pints with September's Drinking for Conservation, supporting Washington Wild. Washington Wild is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and restore wild la…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Cannabis Shopping and Unmarked Vans. Bonus featuring Joshua W. Turner 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Jeff and Scott kick off the episode talking cannabis and podcasting then rolls into this weeks segment with Joshua Turner. This time, Josh discusses why it’s the best time to be a musician, including his musical journey, the change of the musical landscape, starting the band We Wept, and why here and now is the best time to put music out. He talks …

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#98 – Wrapping Up Meetings with The ABCDs 32:16

2M ago32:16

32:16

In this episode of the Managing With Mind and Heart, hosts Ethan and Mike Nash discuss how one simple tool can bring clarity and focus to your meetings. ABCD stands for Action items, By whens/by whom, Communication, and Decisions, and it's designed to ensure every meeting ends with clear, actionable takeaways. We’ll walk you through how these steps…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Family, Candy, and Sports 40:59

2M ago40:59

40:59

This time Jeff and Scott discuss Jeff’s adventures with his grandkids, public transportation, concerts, and Erik gives an update on some of Tacoma’s upcoming sporting events. 01:20 – Jeff and Scott kick off the podcast chatting about their previous episode, Scott talks about taking his visiting family to Crypticon, and Jeff talks about his amazing …

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#97 – Growth vs. Fixed Mindsets at Work with Hana Butler 26:18

2M ago26:18

26:18

"Mindsets really, really matter because they set us up for learning. I don't know any leader or organization that doesn't want their employees to be engaged, to have high morale, to be learning and innovating." In this episode of The Managing With Mind and Heart, Nash Consulting's own Hana Butler joins host Ethan Nash to explore the transformative …

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GCP: Vacation is Over! 31:06

3M ago31:06

31:06

After their summer break, GCP has returned!! Jeff and Scott kick the episode off by discussing what they were up to during the break and the exciting things coming up during the fall. Derek also gives an update on gaming, including PAX and past conventions. 00:08—Jeff and Scott kick off the return episode, Jeff talks about the summer ending, and th…

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#96 – Coaching by Hypothesis 18:01

3M ago18:01

18:01

In this episode of the Managing with Mind and Heart podcast, host Ethan Nash explores an alternative approach to feedback that goes beyond the traditional “BIR” method (which we talked about back in episode #8 and wrote about here). This framework—where managers identify problematic Behavior, highlight its Impact, and suggest a Replacement—works we…

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#95 – Strengths with Andy Thompson 1:03:55

3M ago1:03:55

1:03:55

“In so many ways, we can’t be more of one thing without being less of another. The ability to recognize that I can't be everything -- and that there are tradeoffs for the best things that I bring to the table -- is really what the strengths based perspective is all about.” In this episode, Ethan sits down with leadership coach, consultant, and all-…

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#94 – MIT's Deborah Ancona on "Family Ghosts" At Work & High-Performing Teams 1:02:29

4M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

In this episode, Ethan Nash is joined by MIT Sloan’s Deborah Ancona, founder of the MIT Leadership Center, author of the new book xTeams, and contributor at the Harvard Business Review. They explore the concept of “family ghosts” — a term coined to describe the way familial dynamics influence an individual’s workplace behavior and leadership. Debor…

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You Need to Know About This Event (Learn the Top 15 Management Skills) 21:18

4M ago21:18

21:18

We are excited to invite you to our online workshop series focused on developing leadership skills. You can register for the workshop here or email us at contact@nashconsulting.com. In this episode, Ethan explains the principles behind Nash Consulting's cornerstone leadership development program, Managing with Mind & Heart, and then provides a prev…

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#93 - Fan Favorite: Dealing with Difficult Employee Responses 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

We're revisiting one of our most popular discussions—navigating the choppy waters of employee reactions after tough feedback. For those looking to dive deeper, consider enrolling in our leadership development program, Managing with Mind & Heart. This course is packed with essential tools not only for this topic but for a wide array of practical and…

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#92 – Keeping the Momentum Going After the Training Ends 24:54

5M ago24:54

24:54

“When people step foot into the training, they need to already understand the big picture around this training.” A training shouldn’t just be a box to check—it should be the impetus for long-term organizational change. In this solo episode, Ethan unpacks strategies for sustaining the momentum after a workshop or training so that the lessons don’t j…

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#91 – The Emotionally Self-Aware Manager 32:54

5M ago32:54

32:54

In this episode, Mike and Ethan Nash explore the power of self-awareness in leadership. Inspired by "The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership" by Chapman, Dethmer and Klemp, they break down the "line" metaphor: being "below the line" means you're closed and defensive, while being "above the line" means you're open and curious. They discuss why se…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon 49:56

5M ago49:56

49:56

Join the guys as they honor the memory of Louie G, dive into Jeff's thrilling experience at the Northwest Pinball & Arcade Show, and explore Justin's public transit escapades. Plus, don't miss a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT about the future of GCP! 04:20 - Justin reflects on the passing of Louie Galarza, the former bassist for ANTIHERO and founder of the b…

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GCP: Rusty McClintock & Ken Carlson at the Union Club 1:09:24

6M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

This week the guys are joined by friends of the show Rusty McClintock (Comedian | RCF Exteriors & Remodeling) and Ken Carlson (Artist, Director, and General Artistic Badass)! They catch up with a chat about Justin's new house projects from RCF, Ken's recap from Crypticon 2024, pet ownership, video game hangups, exercise problems, and more! 02:30 - …

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#90 – How to (Responsibly) Be Friends with Your Employees 30:27

6M ago30:27

30:27

“The bottom line is: in the workplace, I am treating you no differently than anybody else. I’m going to spend the same amount of time with you at lunch. At work, we’re not going to talk about our social time outside of work.” In this episode, Ethan and Mike Nash discuss the complex dynamics of friendship in the workplace. What is the best approach …

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GCP: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes 1:31:00

6M ago1:31:00

1:31:00

GCP invites podcasters Shea & Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast to discuss podcasting, Tacoma life, and the Union Club! 00:00 - GCP welcomes Shea & Jody by popping a few cold ones, talking about their Juneau beers! Shea & Jody are hosts of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast, discussing Pacific Northwest history. They share how their bond…

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#89 – The Four Levels of Autonomy 39:26

6M ago39:26

39:26

“Having uncontrollable circumstances actually generates a threat response in the brain. When I’m in that fight, flight, or freeze mode at work, I can’t be creative. I can’t be empathetic. I’m in survival mode." Unlock the secrets of autonomy in the workplace in this episode of The Managing with Mind and Heart Podcast. Discover how self-direction bo…

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GCP: Friday Night Hangout -Java Jivin' 1:09:00

6M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

This time, the crew discusses gaming, wild animals, An Evening with John Cusack, movies filmed in Tacoma, and local sports! 00:00 – GCP welcomes this episode by discussing gaming, recent bear sightings in the area, and other wild animals the crew has seen. Derek talks about running into wild bison, Justin reflects on getting into a drunken argument…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Aurora Borealis, Mt. St. Helens, and Crypticon 1:29:40

6M ago1:29:40

1:29:40

The crew discusses the aurora borealis, Crypticon adventure, Jeff’s Capades, and much more! 00:16 — Justin sets the stage by wishing Happy Mother's Day to our listeners who are mothers. Jeff stirs up anticipation for the hot aurora borealis medicine, and Justin shares the best way to witness the breathtaking northern lights. He also hints at the up…

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#88 – The Examined Life for Managers 29:50

6M ago29:50

29:50

"Managing is a higher calling. It's not just air traffic controlling work, or being a chess master and making sure all the people are doing the right things. Management is - at its core - about equipping and empowering others." In this episode, Mike Nash dives into a solo conversation on what prevents managers from thriving in their roles. Too ofte…

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GCP: Best Of - Casey McLain 1:14:30

7M ago1:14:30

1:14:30

This best-of is a replay of the crews conversation with local comedian and podcaster Casey McLain from episode 265. During that episode, he chatted with the guys about comedy, podcasting, and The Pacific Northwest. Follow him on his socials for information on his upcoming performances! 04:51 – Justin kicks off the show by sharing how listeners can …

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GCP: Friday Night Grit - Car Problems, AI Music, and Things Happening 1:34:15

7M ago1:34:15

1:34:15

This Friday Night Grit, the crew discusses Crypticon, upcoming guests, car problems, public transportation, moon talk, Over The Moon Café, and AI music. 01:34 – Derek reflects on harassing Discord live stream during the recording of the last episode, each expresses their love of partying, and Justin shares their excitement for the upcoming Cryptico…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - The Next Day, The Coloring Book, and Neighbors 59:58

7M ago59:58

59:58

This time the crew discusses 4/20 partakings, Fallout, GCP Coloring Book, Jeff’s Capades, Crypticon, and much, much more! 01:23 – Justin kicks off the episode reflecting on recording the day before, what they did post their 4/20 recording, and Derek talks about binge watching Fallout. Justin talks about the bonuses Patrons get, how Discord has been…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Eclipse, Rage Rooms, & Fallout 1:01:45

7M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

The guys chat about the recent Best Of, Jury Duty, Scott Topics, the Fallout show, and local sporting events. 00:02 – The official GCP Robot sings us into this episode, Justin starts off discussing the events around the recent eclipse, and Mercury retrograde. He gives a shout-out to CNote who has been re-discovering GCP episode gems, being recently…

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GCP: BEST OF - Streetball Supe 44:24

7M ago44:24

44:24

This week's episode is a blast from the past. The crew brings you a Best Of where they talked to local Seattle rapper Streetball Supe back in 2019. Streetball Supe is an independent artist from Seattle's Central District. You can find him on your favorite music streaming service including Apple Music or Spotify. Special props to GCP friend Cnote fo…

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GCP: Tacoma Handywoman 1:28:16

8M ago1:28:16

1:28:16

Michelle and David from Tacoma Handywoman join the crew on this episode. Michelle, Tacoma’s local “Jill” of all trades has over 5 years experience as a handywoman. She dedicates herself to serving the community by offering knowledgeable, affordable, and high-quality services. Check out the website for information on the services they offer and conv…

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GCP: St. Paddy's Sermon 1:13:33

8M ago1:13:33

1:13:33

This time the crew discusses top travel plans, Point Defiance AAZK Pet Pageant - Silly Edition, past episodes that have stood out over the years, and being a part of the gym rat family. 00:00 – This episode kicks off discussing if they would take DNA tests, Jeff opens a beer to cheer St. Patrick’s Day, and Justin talks about his past vendetta again…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Jury Duty and Jeffrey Crocker 1:01:32

8M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

This time the guys chat about jury duty, Jeff’s Capades, cooking stories, Buddy’s Chicken and Waffles, and Girl Trouble's 40th Anniversary. 00:00 – The show kicks off with a Woot Woot, Jeff shares that Cosmic Bottles is now selling Faygo, the Jugglaos drink of preference, and Justin thanks all of GCP’s new listeners. He talks about the bonuses GCP …

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Strange State Facts, Pecans, and Chicken & Waffles 1:03:00

8M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

This week the hot topics of discussion include including Buddy’s Chicken and Waffles, state statistics, Picon Punch, the sad closure of the Manuscript Library Museum, and the new look coming to the Proctor District. 00:15 – Justin kicks off this episode chatting about the recent crow saga, getting the Rock Band game up and rolling again, and the pa…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Board Games, Trivia, and Putt Stuff 1:12:40

9M ago1:12:40

1:12:40

On this Sunday Sermon, the guys get together to talk about how they survive the commute, the Tacoma Trivia Game, Is It Tacoma, and upcoming plans. 01:53 – The guys share what they’ve been up to so far the day of recording, Derek talks about what’s been up on the GCP Discord, and trophy plans for this year's Putt Stuff. Jeff proposes a new business …

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#87 – A Conversation with Andy Thompson: EQ for Executive Teams 48:10

9M ago48:10

48:10

"The higher up you go on the org chart, the more important it is that leaders are leading from a mindset of 'I work for you' not 'you work for me.'" In this episode, Mike is joined by Andy Thompson for a fun and enlightening discussion centered on the most important behaviors for executive teams in creating and maintaining healthy organizations. Th…

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GCP: Side Piece Kitchen 1:17:47

9M ago1:17:47

1:17:47

It’s finally happening!! Owners Hailey Hernandez, Dante Hernandez, and Sous Chef Ivan Carillo from Side Piece Kitchen sit down with the guys to talk food, how the place came to be, future plans, and much more!! Side Piece Kitchen specializes in Bangin’ Biscuits & Dank AF Cheesecake. They’re located in Tacoma at 4704 S Oakes Street and are open Wedn…

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GCP: Urban Wildlife with Suzanne Akerman 1:07:30

9M ago1:07:30

1:07:30

Friend of the podcast, Suzanne Akerman, is in the house, giving us the scoop on her wild adventures and spreading the word about the upcoming Proctor Polar Bear Crawl! Suzanne spends most of her days sharing her passion for animals with visitors at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium where she works as a staff biologist for the Wild Wonders Outdoor Theat…

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#86 – A Conversation with Val Jeffords: The Skill-Will Matrix 40:54

9M ago40:54

40:54

"Before I make my choice about what I'm going to do -- because I'm seeing the 'thing' not being done right, or well, or at all -- ask myself these two questions: Where is the employee in terms of skill? Where is the employee in terms of will? Get that sorted first, and whichever quadrant we land in gives me a lot of clues as to what I need to do ne…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit 1:02:40

9M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

This week the crew gets together to discuss getting fit, urban exploring, Narrows Bridge adventures, Tacoma news, and Scott Topics! 00:28 – Justin's kicking things off by welcoming Cnote to the live listening party, Scott talks about what he did earlier in the day, and they discuss the amazing re-opening of Howdy Bagels. Justin's dropping knowledge…

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GCP: Friday Night Hangout - Tools and Adult Coloring Books 1:07:41

10M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

This time Brogan joins the conversation, they chat about Tacoma Tool Library, business openings and closures post-COVID, Jeff’s Capades, Scott Topics, the happs at Cosmic Bottles, and a ton more! 00:10 – Jeff starts the episode discussing toasting his apple fritter, Derek gives a shout-out to Patreons Kaysha and Al who are hanging out with them liv…

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#85 – Minisode: The Rule of 3 for Decision-Making 5:36

10M ago5:36

5:36

"By following the Rule of Three, we start to see further possibilities. We get outside of our current paradigms because it forces us to put more cognitive effort into finding other solutions." In this minisode, Ethan Nash explains the theory and evidence behind the Rule of Three for decision-making. Instead of binary this-or-that/yes-or-no options,…

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