[Interview] How to Boost Your Creativity and Imagination (feat. Joe Garlington)
Original airdate: March 23, 2021
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to come up with innovative and creative ideas? Do you have to just wait around until you have a stroke of brilliance?
Fortunately, that isn’t the case!
According to my guest today, Joe Garlington, we can develop a creative mindset, with practice, and by finding the right sources of inspiration.
Joe, as the former Vice President and creative lead of Interactive Projects at Walt Disney Imagineering, was responsible for the development of interactive attractions for Disney theme parks. Joe also led long-term visioning for Disney’s Epcot theme park and played an important role in the development of new concepts for theme park entertainment.
In this interview, Joe pulls from his vast experience of working in Disney, to share some important lessons on finding creative insight including the best process to follow and how we can tackle common obstacles.
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The Light in the Darkness: What Villains Reveal About Our Shadow Side
In classic storytelling, villains emerge as shadowy figures, embodying the darkness within us all. So why do some villains stick with us long after the credits roll?
They leave a mark because they mirror our shadow side, the parts of us we try to hide. These characters amplify traits we all feel in small ways. They show us what lives under the surface, the stuff we don’t name out loud.
In this episode, we’ll explore the nuances of villainy and how it can become a crucial catalyst for self-discovery and enlightenment. You might find that embracing your shadow side is the first step toward illuminating the light within.
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[Interview] Success is a Numbers Game: How to Achieve Bigger Goals by Changing the Odds (feat. Kyle Austin Young)
Chasing a big goal and wondering how to tilt the odds in your favor? Today’s guest, Kyle Austin Young, will show you how to shift probability so you win more often. While you cannot control everything, he believes you can improve those odds by becoming the person who can succeed.
Kyle Austin Young is an award-winning strategy consultant and a writer for Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Psychology Today. His new book, SUCCESS IS A NUMBERS GAME: Achieve Bigger Goals by Changing the Odds breaks down a clear system he calls probability hacking. This work has given him the opportunity to develop and refine a powerful system for accomplishing big, meaningful goals that focuses on understanding and changing your odds of success.
Kyle says that every goal carries two quiet numbers, the chance you succeed and the chance you fail. Stay with us to hear practical tactics, story-driven lessons, and memorable examples from history. You will leave with simple steps you can use to win the game of life.
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Unmasking Influencers: How to Spot Genuine Voices in the Rising Tide of Influencer Culture
Ever scroll your feed and feel buried in the glossy lives of influencers and #ad captions? You pause, you like, you move on, but a little doubt lingers. Is this real, or just another paid pitch?
Influencer culture exploded in the early 2010s, pushed by Instagram and later TikTok. It has given influencers the power to shape opinions, habits and purchases. Here’s the problem; it’s tough to separate genuine influencers from polished salespeople.
This episode cuts through the noise. You’ll learn clear, practical ways to spot authentic voices, who live with integrity and add real value to the world.
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[Interview] The Keys to Managing Stress and Burnout (feat. Dr. Greg Hammer)
Original airdate: April 8, 2020
Stress is a universal experience and has become a rising public health concern in modern society. People dealing with stressors today are greater in number and severity than in the past and this is taking a toll on our collective wellness.
Dr. Greg Hammer, my guest today, joins us on today’s show to shed more light on this topic. Greg is a pediatric intensive care physician, anesthesiologist, and professor at Stanford University Medical Center. He is a member of the Stanford WellMD initiative and has been a visiting professor and lecturer on wellness at institutions worldwide.
During our conversation, Greg talks about the medical impact of stress on our bodies and how we can overcome them with his unique antidote called GAIN. He also talks about coping strategies that we can tap into specifically during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The Dream Catcher Podcast is for seekers and achievers looking for inspiration, advice and tools to maximize their success and happiness and live a richer, more fulfilling life.Join award-winning writer and community founder Seline Shenoy as she explores mindsets, strategies, and habits for achieving your full potential in your personal and professional life. Also, be inspired by Seline’s intimate and candid conversations with over 200 thought leaders, including bestselling authors, influencers, spiritual leaders, and scholars.We look forward to welcoming you to our community of listeners!
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