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. CONNECT WITH US 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 [email protected] . DISCLAIMER All thoughts and views are of our own. READ BOB’s BATUUAN RECCE BLOG https://therecce.su...
Jun 28, 2022•15 min
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… CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), o...
Jun 08, 2022•33 min
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 CONNECT WITH US If you have any feed...
May 18, 2022•30 min
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. CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in...
Apr 14, 2022•9 min
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 tim...
Apr 06, 2022•33 min
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. CONNECT WIT...
Mar 17, 2022•33 min
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. CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connec...
Feb 24, 2022•33 min
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. CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversat...
Feb 08, 2022•29 min
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 “EXPERIEN...
Jan 20, 2022•33 min
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, i...
Dec 20, 2021•33 min
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. CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversa...
Nov 28, 2021•30 min
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? CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or ...
Nov 04, 2021•31 min
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, an...
Oct 14, 2021•31 min
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-...
Sep 21, 2021•29 min
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...
Jul 20, 2021•33 min
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. CONNECT WITH US 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 [email protected] . DISCLAIMER All thoughts and views are of...
Jun 30, 2021•35 min
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. CONNECT WITH US If you have any f...
Jun 03, 2021•37 min
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. CONNECT WITH US 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 learninggeeks...
May 12, 2021•39 min
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 d...
Apr 22, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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. CONNECT WITH US If y...
Apr 07, 2021•33 min
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. CONNECT WITH US ...
Mar 24, 2021•28 min
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. CONNECT WITH US 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 [email protected]...
Mar 09, 2021•31 min
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. CONNECT WITH US 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 [email protected] . DI...
Feb 03, 2021•32 min
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. CONNECT WITH US 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 [email protected] . DISCLAIMER All thoughts and views are of our own. AUDIO CREDIT "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out a...
Dec 21, 2020•24 min
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! CONNECT WITH US 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 [email protected] . DISCLAIMER All thoughts and views are of our own. READ BOB’s BATUUAN ...
Dec 21, 2020•29 min
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 INTENTIO...
Nov 16, 2020•33 min
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! CONNECT WITH US If you have any...
Nov 10, 2020•26 min
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, th...
Nov 10, 2020•29 min
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! CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollyw...
Oct 14, 2020•31 min
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. CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our sho...
Sep 02, 2020•28 min
