In this episode, we kick-off a three part series, where we will be looking at the value of culture amidst structural change and strategic growth, and the false separation between culture and strategy. Adam Rumack and Miriam Joy Jones discuss how they assess cultural ecosystems with clients, support an organization's journey through change, and their roles as guides on this journey of transformation. Join us for exploring into questions like: What does it take to shift the focus of traditional co...
Apr 04, 2022•37 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast The chaos and confusion of systems collapsing and the dramatic change all around the world, is a call for a broader array of ideas to envision a new way forward. This episode of the Beyond Listening podcast is part of our Getting to Know You Series where we gather a diverse group of people from around the globe to share their stories around a question they are passionate about. In this session, Intergenerational Vision, we ask voices less heard in our community- our elders and our youth- about w...
Mar 15, 2022•43 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Beyond Listening podcast, we hear from Dr. Wendy Fraser about the research she captured in her book: Trust Repair: It is Possible! Learn about: psychological safety, mending group conflict, conversational competence, and the journey of trust repair in both personal relationships and groups. Dr. Wendy Fraser believes in and mentors the collective wisdom in an organization by engaging the talents and hearts of people. Through leadership and organization development, sh...
Mar 03, 2022•54 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 24, we hear from Jeff Eckman, Founder and CEO of Blue Green , about creative conflict, and multiplying love through business. Jeff earned his BS in Operations Technology at Northeastern University, and holds an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Jeff lives in Belmont, Massachusetts with his wife and two children, and is the drummer for Boston's original reggae band, Pressure Cooker . Blue Green is a marketing technology company that delivers exponential growth in retur...
Feb 28, 2022•55 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Beyond Listening Podcast, First Nations Leaders Renee and Manny Iron Hawk share stories around reconciliation, healing identity issues, and cycles of conflict. They speak to the significance of righting the wrongs of violence, and acknowledging the genocide, historical trauma, and false narratives about indigenous people for healing nation-to-nation relations. From stories of pain and trauma, to the gift of Creator's love, and the power of forgiveness, Renee and Mann...
Feb 14, 2022•57 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast A dialogue of reconciling patterns of oppression, shame and silencing. What is it to acknowledge our experience of color and go beyond the trauma and the triggers to a conversation of the human soul, and to carry together the legacy of hurt, oppression, shame and silencing? To step past political correctness to the fullness of story and the healing that comes from being seen and deeply heard. In this listening circle we focus on the color of skin, and its interaction with our stories, our ...
Jan 17, 2022•47 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Beyond Listening Podcast, Miriam and Adam (co-founders of We are Open Circle and hosts of the Beyond Listening Podcast) reflect on the value of their mistakes with real-life examples. They share reflections on how valuing mistakes can lead us towards avoiding the pain of "shoulding ourselves to death," and making meaning out of shame, righteousness and everything in between.
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast The way we listen forms the way we understand the world. In this session of the Getting to Know You series, we explore different perspectives on The Art of Listening, and how it shapes our actions. This month's featured storytellers are: Dr. Tjanara Goreng Goreng is a Wakka Wakka Wulli Wulli Traditional Owner from Central Queensland who has had a diverse career as both an academic researcher, community development worker and senior policy Director in the Australian Public Service. Lanalle L Smit...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast In Part 2 with Eileen and India, we continue the journey through the territory of discrimination, race and equity- exploring personal and professional stories of societal and organizational transformation. Eileen Cooper Reed is a change maker and advocate. Her entire adult life has been dedicated to the improvement of the human condition particularly for children and families of color. Before becoming a lawyer, Eileen was trained in community development and worked in both rural and urban settin...
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast In this first episode of a two part series with Eileen and India, we explore the cross section of family, race, culture, and gender in the forming and reforming of identity. India and Eileen traverse across the broad territory of community, control, the fear of our own power, and transforming equity in corporations, communities and the United States. Eileen Cooper Reed is a change maker and advocate. Her entire adult life has been dedicated to the improvement of the human condition particularly ...
Aug 25, 2021•42 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we hear from Commander Brandon Harding, about military culture, belonging, initiation, and moving beyond the assumptions that keep us disconnected, stuck, and suffering. Brandon Harding is a military chaplain and relationship coach with two decades of experience. His passion is for assisting people and organizations in their pursuit of purpose and meaning, leading to greater productivity, healthier work cultures, and deeply satisfying relationships. He also has a coaching busine...
Aug 10, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode we hear from Alissa Collins, co-founder of Latitude Regenerative Real Estate. Alissa’s passion is centered on the reconnection of people to nature. She is guided by the lens of Spiritual Ecology—the intersection between spirituality, ecology, and culture—and brings this ethos into her daily life and rituals. After working in diverse places and environments, Alissa went to graduate school in Brattleboro, VT to study sustainable development and see the world. It is there she met he...
Jul 28, 2021•55 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode we hear from Ari Weinzweig, world recognized CEO for his unique leadership style, about the freedom to choose, the spirit of generosity, and honoring the discomfort of difficult questions. Ari Weinzweig is CEO and co-founding partner of Zingerman's Community of Businesses, which includes Zingerman's Delicatessen, Bakehouse, Creamery, Catering, Mail Order, ZingTrain, Coffee Company, Roadhouse, Candy Manufactory, Events at Cornman Farms, Miss Kim and Zingerman’s Food Tours. Z...
Jul 19, 2021•59 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Miriam and Adam hear from Gregor Maehle, yoga teacher and scholar, about laughing at your own authority, listening to the mystery, spirituality as a community practice, and more. Gregor Maehle began his yogic practices 40 years ago. Together with his wife, Monica, in 1996 he founded 8 Limbs in Perth, Australia.Gregor’s internationally acclaimed textbook series consisting of Ashtanga Yoga: Practice and Philosophy, Ashtanga Yoga: The Intermediate Series,Pranayama: The Breath of Yo...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Beyond Listening Podcast, Miriam and Adam host Maj Toure, freedom fighter and founder of Black Guns Matter. Black Guns Matter (BGM) educates people, especially youth, in urban communities in all 50 states on their 2nd amendment rights and responsibilities through safe and legal firearms training, education, and conflict resolution. BGM is fundraising for a 50 state tour to continue informing urban communities. Donate here. https://www.gofundme.com/f/black-guns-matter-...
Jul 14, 2021•53 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Miriam and Adam speak with Christopher Arlen, who offers an unguarded expository review on his unique life experience, his burning passion for civics, and on being a good neighbor. Christopher shares stories from his early experiences working to educate and support communities during the AIDS epidemic, how he learned that "invited authority" worked significantly better than "imposed authority”, and why he is changing the way politics are done within his local community. Th...
Jun 28, 2021•52 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Miriam and Adam speak with Bill Donius about how to access an intelligence that can take us to a whole new way of understanding and world of creativity. Bill Donius, former banker and CEO, drove his bank’s eightfold growth over twelve years. And the surprising secret to his success is something we all have access to, right in our own two hands. The methodology described in his New York Times best selling book, Thought Revolution , is simple and revolutionary—so simple, it begins...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Adam & Miriam tackle the issue of change fatigue, so prevalent now in so many people and organizations. They discuss what it means to develop a self transforming organization, an organization that is designed to ride the waves of constant and collective change. Between them, Miriam and Adam have over 50 years of experience in leading, consulting and guiding organizations. Their premier organizational change program, Beyond Listening, assists in developing l...
Jun 01, 2021•49 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Adam & Miriam connect with Betsy Perluss, Ph.D. to talk about archetypes, depth psychotherapy, moving towards wholeness, and much more. Betsy is a licensed marriage and family therapist (MFT 32191), professional clinical counselor (LPCC 766) and credentialed school counselor. Her approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of your being - body, mind, and spirit, recognizing the inherent wisdom of psyche that moves toward wholeness no matter how deep the wound...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Adam & Miriam speak with Michelle Duval to talk about traits of successful entrepreneurs, servant leadership, and resiliency. Michelle Duval is one of the world’s most sought-after business coaches who works with many of Australia’s fast growth venture success stories. She is also a successful public speaker, author and entrepreneur. The Sydney born entrepreneur is creating waves in the coaching and entrepreneurial communities with her latest innovation, Fingerprint for...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast In episode Adam & Miriam speak with Dr. Tjanara Goreng Goreng about Sacred Leadership-colonialism, First Nation, and leading through collective trauma. Tjanara is a Wakka Wakka Wulli Wulli Traditional Owner from Central Queensland who was born in the outback at Longreach in central western Queensland. Tjanara has had a diverse career as both and academic researcher, community development worker and senior policy Director in the Australian Public Service in particular at the Department ...
May 11, 2021•55 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Adam & Miriam talk with Janine Firpo about money, power, and ownership. Janine is a seasoned values-aligned investor and social innovator, with a long history of working at the intersection of women and their money. From the early years of Apple Computer to senior positions with Hewlett-Packard, the World Bank, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Janine has always found herself making an impact. In 2017 she left a successful 35-year career in technology and int...
Apr 27, 2021•50 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Adam and Miriam chat with Meredith Little to discuss rites of passage, the life and death cycle of an organization, new paradigm shifts, and much more. Meredith Little and her husband Steven Foster co-founded Rites of Passage Inc. in 1976 and The School of Lost Borders in 1981, pioneering new methods and dynamics of modern pan-cultural passage rites in the wilderness and creating innovative practices of “field eco-therapy.” She has dedicated her life to returning meaningful and ...
Apr 07, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast In this weeks episode, Adam & Miriam have a great conversation with Julia Anderson about her journey, identity, equity, and much more. Julia is a Program Management Professional who has worked across the nonprofit and education sectors with a commitment to social justice, creating collaborative and inclusive cultures, and advancing equitable outcomes in education and employment. The Beyond Listening Podcast is brought to you by We are Open Circle , a social impact organization that helps cha...
Apr 05, 2021•38 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode, Adam and Miriam connect with Julie Diamond to discuss her story, morality, use of power, and much more. Julie is an executive coach, educator, author, CEO and founder of Diamond Leadership . which provides leadership and talent development services, including coaching, consulting, assessment, and training to clients worldwide. She is the developer of Diamond Power Index , a leadership 360 which helps leaders understand how to use power and authority with greater impa...
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode, Adam and Miriam chat with Wendy Palmer to discuss what leadership embodiment is, Aikido, her journey, and so much more. Wendy Palmer is the founder of Leadership Embodiment, a process that uses principles from the non-violent Japanese martial art of Aikido and mindfulness to offer simple tools and practices to increase leadership capacity and respond to stress and pressure with greater confidence and integrity. Wendy holds a seventh degree black belt in Aikido and has practiced ...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In episode one of the Beyond Listening Podcast Miriam and Adam explore the future of work, the future of the podcast format, success, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to tune in to our weekly podcast! For more information, visit: https://weareopencircle.com/get-started
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