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Octothorpe152: Slap That Fish MoreJohn is summarising, Alison is eating, and it’s all Liz.
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2026-01-2946 min
Octothorpe151: Only Ding-Dong for Good and Not for EvilJohn is trying, Alison is watching a video and Liz is humming.
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Content warnings this episode: Global inequality (letters of comment), harassment (Montreal discussion)
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“Kenya: Where Can You See Lions?”
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2026-01-151h 05
Octothorpe150: I Would Describe Them As EuropeanJohn doesn’t want to pass out, Alison is a wuss, but Liz doesn’t think it’s gratuitous.
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Content warnings this episode: Gore and vampirism (Liz’s pick)
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2025-12-1859 min
Octothorpe149: Real-Time Toilet MonitoringJohn is going to Smofcon, Alison has FOMO, and Liz is a horrible person.
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2025-12-041h 01
The Ultimate Journey of Self-CareThe Motivation Matrix with George BrooksAlison speaks with mindfulness coach George Brooks, who shares his transition from a corporate executive to focusing on well-being in professional settings. They discuss integrating mindfulness and compassion into daily life, addressing unhealthy coping mechanisms, and the importance of self-belief.George introduces the "Motivation Matrix," a tool for aligning motivations with personal growth. He offers actionable strategies for overcoming fears and emphasizes self-awareness as essential for lasting change.HIGHLIGHTS:16:05 Overcoming Saboteurs in Self-Care22:55 Embracing Change and Taking Action26:06 Connecting with George Brooksconnect with George:web...
2025-10-1428 min
Good Life ProjectThe 4 Keys to Better Conversations (Even When They're Messy) | Alison Wood BrooksHarvard professor Alison Wood Brooks reveals why those perfectly polished conversations we see in movies and TV are actually making it harder for us to connect in real life.In her new book Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, she shares the surprising science behind why messy, imperfect conversations often lead to deeper connections, and offers her practical TALK framework for transforming everyday interactions into meaningful moments of genuine connection. Learn why face-to-face conversations generate 30 times more laughter than digital ones, and discover simple techniques for asking better questions that create...
2025-08-2559 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisThe Science of Conversation: How To Say What You Mean, Be Heard, and Stop People-Pleasing | Alison Wood BrooksYou talk all day. Here's how to do it better, according to a professor from Harvard Business School. Alison Wood Brooks comes from the Harvard Business School, where she teaches a course called "TALK: How to Talk Gooder in Business and Life," which she has now turned into a book, called TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. In this episode we talk about: The evolution of conversation Why conversation is a skill — not just a natural talent How to develop conversational skills, including common conversational pitfalls to avoid Granular, tact...
2025-08-251h 19
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques223. Laughing Matters: Levity, Leadership, and Lasting ConnectionBy lightening up your communication, you can build serious connections.Humor in communication isn’t all fun and games. According to Alison Wood Brooks and Naomi Bagdonas, levity is one of the most serious tools we have in building successful connections.Wood Brooks and Bagdonas, both teachers, authors, and experts in the field of communication, recognize how crucial levity is to our professional and personal interactions. “It’s easy to think of [humor] as this extra bonus thing,” says Wood Brooks. “What we find is it’s incredibly core to how people are relating to each othe...
2025-08-1923 min
MamilosAlison Wood Brooks: como se comunicar melhor?Você já saiu de uma conversa com a sensação de que foi mal interpretado? Já pensou depois: “eu devia ter dito de outro jeito”? Ficou mirabolando respostas melhores? Ou se arrependeu de não ter falado nada? Há 10 anos falamos sobre os mais diversos assuntos no Mamilos, mas no fundo o que mais nos interessa é essa arte de usar o encontro para construir pontes. Aqui as polêmicas que nos dividem nas discussões nas redes sociais são pontos de partida para jornadas movidas pela curiosidade que vão nos permitir aprender mais sobre o mundo, sobre o outro, sobre nós...
2025-08-191h 09
Finding Genius PodcastTALK Like A Pro: Mastering The Science & Art Of Conversation With Alison Wood Brooks Meet Alison Wood Brooks, a professor at the Harvard Business School, mother of three, basketball enthusiast, and author of the new book TALK: The science of conversation and the art of being ourselves. Alison is passionate about helping students hone their conversation skills using an innovative MBA elective curriculum called "How to talk gooder in business and life." Drawing from her expert background in the psychology of conversation, she developed an easy-to-remember acronym – TALK – that outlines the four pillars of communication: Topic selection, Asking questions, Levity, and Kindness. Alison argues that conversation is one of the m...
2025-07-1637 min
Octothorpe136: When Do You Not Want to Talk About Games?John is ambivalent, Alison is against, and Liz is hangry.
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Con or Bust
“If you are Palestinian, or identify as a...
2025-06-051h 08
The Toastmasters Podcast#276: Better Conversations – One Question at a Time (Part 2) – Dr. Alison Wood Brooks[19:50] This episode is Part 2 of our conversation on The Toastmasters Podcast, in which host Greg Gazin continues his discussion with Harvard Business School professor and behavioral scientist Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. Together, they take a deeper dive into the underrated power of asking good questions, exploring the art and science of conversation through the lens of inquiry—revealing that it’s not just about what you ask, but how, when, and why you ask it. If you haven’t already done so, you might want to listen to Par...
2025-06-0100 min
Gays ReadingSPILL THE TEA on Conversations with Alison Wood Brooks (Talk)In this episode of Spill the Tea, host Jason Blitman is joined by Alison Wood Brooks, behavioral scientist, Harvard Business School professor, and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Curious. They talk about her TALK maxims, what it means to be curious, tapping the adjacent possible, and Alison shares what makes a perfect conversation.Dr. Alison Wood Brooks is the O’Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School. She studies the behavioral science of conversation, teaches an aw...
2025-05-271h 01Gays ReadingSPILL THE TEA on Conversations with Alison Wood Brooks (Talk)In this episode of Spill the Tea, host Jason Blitman is joined by Alison Wood Brooks, behavioral scientist, Harvard Business School professor, and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Curious. They talk about her TALK maxims, what it means to be curious, tapping the adjacent possible, and Alison shares what makes a perfect conversation.Dr. Alison Wood Brooks is the O’Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School. She studies the behavioral science of conversation, teaches an aw...
2025-05-271h 01
FranklinCovey On LeadershipAlison Wood Brooks: The Science Behind Great ConversationsAlison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School professor and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, shares research-backed insights on how to communicate with more clarity, confidence, and connection. Drawing from decades of data on real conversations, she introduces the TALK framework—Topics, Asking, Levity, and Kindness—and explains why even high-achieving leaders often miss the mark when it comes to listening and giving space. From social anxiety to overtalking, Alison offers practical strategies to help anyone—from CEOs to teenagers—navigate the art and science of talking well in a world full of noise.
2025-05-2333 min
Octothorpe134: In the Framework of Linear TimeJohn has shortlisted, Alison has worked in large organisations, and Liz has done a spot-the-difference.
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2025-05-1658 minThe Toastmasters Podcast#275: Better Conversations – One Question at a Time (Part 1) – Dr. Alison Wood Brooks[32:16] In this enlightening episode (Part 1 of 2) of The Toastmasters Podcast, host Greg Gazin sits down with Harvard Business School professor and behavioral scientist Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. Together, they dive deep into the underrated power of asking good questions—revealing that it’s not just about what you ask, but how, when, and why you ask it. Whether you’re a speaker, a leader, or simply someone looking to have more meaningful interactions, this episode is packed with research-backed tips, memorable stories, and plenty of conversational “golden nuggets.
2025-05-1500 min
Talks at GoogleThe Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves | Dr. Alison Wood BrooksAward-winning behavioral scientist and leading expert on the psychology of conversation Dr. Alison Wood Brooks joins Google to discuss her book, "Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves." The book reveals the hidden architecture of our conversations, and how even small improvements can have a profound impact on all types of relationships. Dr. Brooks is a professor at Harvard Business School, where she created and teaches a course called "Talk." Her award-winning research has been published in top academic journals and is regularly cited in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal...
2025-04-2958 min
The Courageous LifeOn the Science, and Magic, of Great Conversations | Alison Wood BrooksAlison Wood Brooks is a celebrated Harvard Business School Professor who studies the hidden architecture of conversations. Her groundbreaking work shows that while all of us can struggle with difficult conversations, We’re often not very good at the easy ones either (even though we have them all the time). Alison argues that part of the reason for this is because conversation is one of the most complex, demanding, and delicate of all human tasks. Every time we converse with one another, a wide range of possib...
2025-04-1756 min
Radical Candor: Communication at WorkHow to TALK So People Actually Listen with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks 7 | 12Ditch the awkwardness and start owning every conversation.
Talking to people shouldn’t feel like a struggle—but let’s be honest, it often does. Maybe you’re stuck in small talk hell, getting ignored in meetings, or watching conversations die mid-sentence. Why is this so hard? Amy sits down with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School professor and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, to expose the hidden science behind great conversations—and why most of us are getting it wrong. They break down the TALK framework (Topics, As...
2025-03-1948 min
10 Seconds To AirThe Science of Good Conversation with Alison Wood BrooksAlison Wood Brooks is a renowned behavioral scientist, professor at Harvard Business School,and the author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and The Art of Being Ourselves.Her work focuses on the psychology of conversation, emotion, and behavioral decision-making. In this podcast, she dives into the intricacies of good conversation and negotiation. What makes someone a good conversationalist? Why do so many people hate “small talk.” What factors should we consider when beginning a conversation? Plus, find out what 4 actions you can take to have better conversations today. https://alisonwoodbrooks.com
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2025-03-1353 min
Octothorpe130: I Am Scalison OttJohn is working, Alison is plugging and Liz is ghosting.
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Content warnings this episode: Capitalism, death (Chapter 8: Picks)
Please remember that we have recused from consideration for the 2025 Hugo Awards
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2025-03-1355 min
The Retirement Wisdom PodcastTALK: The Science of Conversation - Alison Wood BrooksWe spend a lot of time each day in conversation. What if you could get better at it? Alison Wood Brooks, author of the new book, Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, shares her research and tips on how to master conversation, become a better listener, navigate difficult discussions – and what makes an effective apology.
Alison Wood Brooks joins us from Massachusetts.
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Bio
Dr. Alison Wood Brooks is the O’Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School, where she...
2025-03-1035 min
Linen Suit & Plastic TieWhat Should We TALK About? ft. a Harvard Business School Professor (Alison Wood Brooks)Why and how should you prepare Topics for every conversation? When are you Asking the right questions? How do you bring Levity? Why does Kindness come from storytelling?Welcome back to your storytelling journey! To kick off Season Five, we're having a great talk with the author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves , Alison Wood Brooks. At Harvard Business School, Alison teaches an award-winning course in the MBA curriculum called “TALK.”
2025-03-061h 03
HERself275. Raising Confident + Conversational Kids with Dr. Alison Wood BrooksToday’s conversation is all about…conversation! We are happy to have Dr. Alison Wood Brooks joining us on the podcast. Alison is a behavioral scientist as well as a professor and Faculty Fellow at Harvard Business School. She created and teaches a course called “TALK” and has now taken her research and published it in her new book also titled TALK! Many of us as parents want our kids to grow and learn in the area of communication - communicating with us, with their friends, with teachers or coaches, etc. Whether you have extroverted or introverted kids - this e...
2025-03-0356 min
Thinking With Mitch JoelSPOS #973 – Alison Wood Brooks On The Science Of Great ConversationsWelcome to episode #973 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Alison Wood Brooks is one of the leading voices in understanding the science of human conversation, and her latest book, Talk - The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, explores just how complex, delicate, and transformative our daily interactions can be. As a professor at Harvard Business School, Alison has spent years studying the psychology behind dialogue - why some conversations feel effortless while others fall flat, how we navigate social dynamics, and why even the simplest exchanges can shape our relationships...
2025-03-021h 06
Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardAlison Wood Brooks (on the science of conversation)Alison Wood Brooks (Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves) is a behavioral research scientist. Alison joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why growing up as a twin is like watching an alternate version of your own life, how we underestimate the complexity of chin wagging, and the reality that human connection is not just about transactional information exchange. Alison and Dax talk about Kant’s sparkling smart people dinner party rules, how hungry we can be to extract vulnerability from others while being hesitant to share it ourselves, and how asking more questions creates ma...
2025-02-192h 08
Intentional Leader with Cal Walters118: Alison Wood Brooks — Make Great Conversations Easy with Proven Strategies from Harvard ExpertSubscribe to the Intentional Letter (my weekly newsletter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DHP2Eahxjm0 Alison Wood Brooks is the O'Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School. She teaches an award-winning course in the MBA curriculum called "TALK." Recently named a Best 40-Under-40 Business School Professor by Poets & Quants, her book TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves will be published by Crown (Penguin Random House) in January 2025. Her research on the science of...
2025-02-171h 04
SAM&PAM's Book RadarTransform Your Talks: Proven Conversation Strategies from Harvard's Alison Wood BrooksTalk: The New Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves by Alison Wood Brooks is a self-help book published in 2025 available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/42U3IlU"Using our affiliate links helps support the content we create."The book aims to enhance conversational skills by viewing conversation as a coordination game.Key themes and unique elements include:The TALK maxims (Topics, Asking, Levity, Kindness) as reminders for effective conversation.The conversational compass, which organizes conversational purposes along informational and relational dimensions.Topic management and the importance of asking questions...
2025-02-1227 min
Open Book with Anthony ScaramucciTALK Is Everything with Alison Wood BrooksThis week, Anthony talks with Alison Wood Brooks, a professor at Harvard Business School, about her brand-new book TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. They explore human interaction, self-disclosure, and the importance of authenticity. Alison highlights listening, charisma, and apologies in relationships, while also discussing nature vs. nurture in conversation and the role of humor and kindness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-02-1237 min
FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnisS13 E3 Alison Wood Brooks Decodes How to Have Better ConversationsEver felt lost in a conversation, unsure of what to say or how to keep things interesting? In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, we delve into the secrets of captivating conversations with HBS professor and author of "TALK," Dr. Alison Wood Brooks. Her research reveals that conversation is a "coordination game," where we constantly make choices, often without fully understanding the other person's goals. She offers practical advice and actionable strategies to improve your communication skills in any setting and tells us that, by understanding the science behind conversation and the art of being ourselves, we can unlock deeper...
2025-02-0643 min
Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable PeopleAlison Wood Brooks: Cracking the Conversation CodeJoin Guy Kawasaki for a fascinating conversation with Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School professor and author of Talk. As the creator of the innovative "How to Talk Gooder" course, Brooks reveals the science behind great conversations, sharing insights on everything from the power of asking sensitive questions to navigating difficult discussions. Learn her TALK framework and discover why small talk isn't a waste of time after all.---Guy Kawasaki is on a mission to make you remarkable. His Remarkable People podcast features interviews with remarkable people such as Jane Goodall, Marc Benioff, Woz...
2025-02-051h 09
🧠 _717: A Key Tactic for Way Better Conversations, with Alison Wood Brooks Podcast: Coaching for Leaders (LS 63 · TOP 0.1% what is this?)Episode: 717: A Key Tactic for Way Better Conversations, with Alison Wood BrooksPub date: 2025-01-27Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationAlison Wood Brooks: Talk
Alison Wood Brooks is the O’Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School, where she created and teaches a course called TALK. As a behavioral scientist, she is a leading expert on the science of conversation and her research was refer...
2025-02-0238 min
Octothorpe127: Hello BuoysJohn is incoherent, Alison is excited, and Liz is romantic.
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2025-01-3045 min
This Is the AuthorS10 E4: Neha Ruch, Alison Wood Brooks, and Alishia McCulloughIn this episode, meet Mother Untitled founder Neha Ruch, Harvard Business School professor Alison Wood Brooks, and therapist and founder of Black and Embodied Counseling and Consulting Alishia McCullough. Listen to Neha Ruch on opening more choices for women in their careers, Alison Wood Brooks on obsessing about the art of conversation, and Alishia McCullough on the power of representation in building a sense of legacy and in embodying the self.
The Power Pause by Neha Ruch: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739585/the-power-pause-by-neha-ruch/audio/
Talk by Alison Wood Brooks: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/708473/talk-by-alison-wood-brooks/audio
Reclaiming the Black Body...
2025-01-2813 min
The Good Question PodcastMaster the Art of Conversation: Alison Wood Brooks on TALK and Communication SuccessJoin Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School professor and author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, as she unpacks the secrets of effective communication. Through her innovative TALK framework—Topic selection, Asking questions, Levity, and Kindness—Alison offers practical strategies to elevate your conversation skills in both personal and professional settings. In this episode, you'll discover: Groundbreaking scientific methods for studying conversation. How biomarkers reveal the emotional dynamics of communication. The concept of entrainment and its role in connecting with others. Insights into the acoustic properties that shape effective dialogue. How...
2025-01-2836 min
Real Relationships Real Revenue - Video Edition | Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your CareerCracking the Code to Great Conversations with Behavioral Scientist, Alison Wood BrooksThink you're either born a great conversationalist or destined to struggle through awkward small talk forever? Think again. In this episode, I chat with Alison Wood Brooks, behavioral scientist and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. We dig deep into the hidden mechanics of conversation, the myths holding us back, and tools you can use to connect meaningfully with anyone—whether you're closing a deal, leading a team, or simply sharing stories with friends and family. This isn't your standard "how-to" guide. Alison's research-backed insights and unique personal anecdotes make th...
2025-01-2856 minReal Relationships Real Revenue - Video Edition | Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your CareerCracking the Code to Great Conversations with Behavioral Scientist, Alison Wood BrooksThink you're either born a great conversationalist or destined to struggle through awkward small talk forever? Think again. In this episode, I chat with Alison Wood Brooks, behavioral scientist and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. We dig deep into the hidden mechanics of conversation, the myths holding us back, and tools you can use to connect meaningfully with anyone—whether you're closing a deal, leading a team, or simply sharing stories with friends and family. This isn't your standard "how-to" guide. Alison's research-backed insights and unique personal anecdotes make th...
2025-01-2856 min
Real Relationships Real Revenue - Audio Edition | Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your CareerCracking the Code to Great Conversations with Behavioral Scientist, Alison Wood BrooksThink you're either born a great conversationalist or destined to struggle through awkward small talk forever? Think again. In this episode, I chat with Alison Wood Brooks, behavioral scientist and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. We dig deep into the hidden mechanics of conversation, the myths holding us back, and tools you can use to connect meaningfully with anyone—whether you're closing a deal, leading a team, or simply sharing stories with friends and family. This isn't your standard "how-to" guide. Alison's research-backed insights and unique personal anecdotes make th...
2025-01-2856 min
Motivational Mondays: Conversations with LeadersThe Science of Conversation (Feat. Dr. Alison Wood Brooks)Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a distinguished behavioral scientist and Harvard Business School professor, joined Motivational Mondays to discuss her groundbreaking research on the science of conversation. With her course Talk and award-winning studies on human interaction, Dr. Brooks has become a leading voice on improving communication in a complex world. Her work, featured in major media outlets and TED Talks, emphasizes the profound impact of reframing our mindset and embracing better conversational habits.Dr. Brooks began her career studying emotions, particularly anxiety, and how reframing performance anxiety as excitement can transform outcomes. Her findings influenced notable works...
2025-01-2732 min
Coaching for LeadersA Key Tactic for Way Better Conversations, with Alison Wood BrooksAlison Wood Brooks: Talk
Alison Wood Brooks is the O’Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School, where she created and teaches a course called TALK. As a behavioral scientist, she is a leading expert on the science of conversation and her research was referenced in two of the top ten most-viewed TED talks and depicted in Pixar’s Inside Out 2. She is the author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves*.
Conversations are the venues where leaders do so much of thei...
2025-01-2738 min
Curious Minds at WorkCM 284: Alison Wood Brooks on the Science of ConversationConversations play a big role in our personal and professional lives. It’d be hard to build or maintain a relationship without them.
That’s why Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School Professor and conversation expert, has written the book, Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. She’s found that if we improve our conversations, even a little, the results can be game changing.
In this interview, we talk about the framework she’s developed to help us do that. We also discuss how to improve our one-on-one and group conversations. Finally, we learn effective ways to m...
2025-01-261h 04
SPEAK LIKE A CEO272: Mastering the Science of Conversations. Dr. Alison Wood BrooksYou build your life and career one conversation at a time. But how can we be authentic and impactful while connecting with others?
To find out, Oliver sits down with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, celebrated behavioral scientist, Harvard professor, and author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves.
Together, they unpack the science behind effective communication and how understanding your "conversational compass" can transform how you connect with others.
Dr. Brooks gives invaluable insights into managing emotions during challenging interactions, leveraging humor to combat boredom, and navigating cultural a...
2025-01-2337 min
Passion Struck with John R. MilesAlison Wood Brooks on How to Make Every Conversation Matter | EP 563In this transformative episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles is joined by Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a behavioral scientist, Harvard Business School professor, and author of the groundbreaking book TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. Together, they explore how intentional communication can deepen connections, affirm our sense of mattering, and unlock greater meaning in our relationships.Drawing on her pioneering research, Dr. Brooks introduces her TALK framework—Topics, Asking, Levity, and Kindness—and demonstrates how even small shifts in how we communicate can profoundly impact our personal and professional lives. Whet...
2025-01-2357 min
Second City Works presents "Getting to Yes, And"Getting to Yes, And… | Alison Wood Brooks – ‘TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves’
Kelly connects with Harvard professor Alison Wood Brooks, who studies the science of conversation. Her new book is called “TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves.”
https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7156087/Alison_Wood_Brooks_2025-01-20-003827.64kmono.mp3
“Conversation is an ongoing act of co-creation.”
“We’re all making it up as we go along.”
“People who ask more questions are better liked.”
2025-01-2100 min
Totally Booked with ZibbyAlison Wood Brooks, TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being OurselvesCelebrated Harvard Business School professor and leading expert on the psychology of conversation, Alison Wood Brooks, chats with Zibby about TALK, a groundbreaking and immediately useful book that reveals the hidden architecture of our conversations and teaches us how to be better at them. Alison shares her personal and professional journey and then introduces her framework for better conversations—TALK: Topics, Asking, Levity, and Kindness. Zibby reflects on her own experiences with social anxiety and public speaking, and then they touch on parenting, teaching children social skills, and the transformative potential of thoughtful communication.Purchase on Boo...
2025-01-2130 min
Mind Love™ • Consciousness, Spirituality, and Science for AwakeningThe Science of Turning Small Talk into Life-Changing Conversations with Alison Wood Brooks • 384In this episode, you'll discover:
The hidden psychological patterns that are sabotaging your conversations before they even begin
How your attachment style is secretly running the show in every interaction (and what to do about it)
The counterintuitive science behind why being more vulnerable actually makes you more powerful
The average person will have 50,000 conversations in their lifetime. Most of them are completely worthless. Not because people are shallow – but because we're terrified of being seen.After years of studying consciousness, diving into plant medicine ceremonies, and exploring quantum physics, doing all the coo...
2025-01-2158 min
Finding Genius PodcastTALK Like A Pro: Mastering The Science & Art Of Conversation With Alison Wood BrooksMeet Alison Wood Brooks, a professor at the Harvard Business School, mother of three, basketball enthusiast, and author of the new book TALK: The science of conversation and the art of being ourselves. Alison is passionate about helping students hone their conversation skills using an innovative MBA elective curriculum called "How to talk gooder in business and life." Drawing from her expert background in the psychology of conversation, she developed an easy-to-remember acronym – TALK – that outlines the four pillars of communication: Topic selection, Asking questions, Levity, and Kindness. Alison argues that conversation is one of the most comp...
2025-01-2037 min
From The Green NotebookThe Science of Better Conversations with Alison Wood BrooksSend a textThe FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear!In this episode, Joe welcomes Harvard professor and author Alison Wood Brooks to discuss her groundbreaking book, Talk: The Science and Art of Being Ourselves. Together, they explore the science behind conversations and how they shape our personal and professional lives.Alison introduces her TALK framework—Topics, Asking, Levity, Kindness—providing actionable strategies to improve communication. She shares why talking can feel so cognitively demanding, the myth of natural charisma, and...
2025-01-171h 07
She Said / She Said316. Unlocking the Secrets to Better Conversations with HBS Professor Alison Wood Brooks316: Unlocking the Secrets to Better Conversations
Guest: Alison Wood Brooks, author and Harvard Business School Professor
THIS WEEK’S TOPIC: Communication is a complex and essential skill, often marred by self-doubt and missteps. Despite feeling proficient in many areas of life, people commonly perceive themselves as less effective conversationalists. This concern inspired this week’s guest — Professor Alison Wood Brooks — who dives into the nuances of effective communication. Her insights are invaluable if you’re looking to prepare better for conversations, improve your listening skills, or easily navigate tricky dialogues.
ABOUT THIS WEEK’S GUEST: Ali...
2025-01-1749 minShe Said / She Said with Laura Cox Kaplan316. Unlocking the Secrets to Better Conversations with HBS Professor Alison Wood Brooks316: Unlocking the Secrets to Better Conversations
Guest: Alison Wood Brooks, author and Harvard Business School Professor
THIS WEEK’S TOPIC: Communication is a complex and essential skill, often marred by self-doubt and missteps. Despite feeling proficient in many areas of life, people commonly perceive themselves as less effective conversationalists. This concern inspired this week’s guest — Professor Alison Wood Brooks — who dives into the nuances of effective communication. Her insights are invaluable if you’re looking to prepare better for conversations, improve your listening skills, or easily navigate tricky dialogues.
ABOUT THIS WEEK’S GUEST: Ali...
2025-01-1749 min
unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc498. Unlocking the Art of Conversation with Alison Wood BrooksWe learn the skill of talking as toddlers and by the time we’re adults, most of us don’t think twice about the inner workings of a conversation. But the reality is, there’s a science and an art to conversing. And understanding that science could unlock so much potential in your professional and personal life. Alison Wood Brooks is a professor at Harvard Business School and the author of the book, Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. She also teaches a cutting-edge course at Harvard called Talk where she helps student...
2025-01-1058 min
Octothorpe124: The Third D Isn’t What You ThinkJohn is horrified, Alison is spelunking, and Liz is detecting.
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Ali Baker Brooks
Andrew Hogg
4D Golf
Braid
Archipelacon 2
Caroline Mullan
Chris Garcia
Some accusations against Ekpeki have been disproved
Farah Mendlesohn
Ivan Sinha
Jonny Baddeley
June Young
Aurora Australis Alerts
Aurora Now
AuroraWatch...
2024-12-0647 min
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques169. Don't Be a ZQ: Make Your Conversations Count What makes a great conversation?“Many of us dread small talk,” says Harvard Business School professor and author Alison Wood Brooks. Yet she believes these everyday exchanges are the gateway to deeper connection and opportunity. An expert in the science of conversation, Wood Brooks, teaches a popular course titled Talk and has spent years researching what makes a great conversation. "Big things often start with small talk," she notes. "It’s not about avoiding it; it’s about knowing how to use it to uncover something meaningful."In this LinkedIn Live episode of Think Fas...
2024-11-1927 min
Octothorpe122: Topical PumpkinJohn is on the periphery, Alison is carving, and Liz went to Japan.
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Content warnings this episode: con artistry, privilege, racism
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Jake Casella Brookins
Sankey diagrams on the Ancillary Review of Books
Ali Baker Brooks
I’m a Fan of That
Christopher J Garcia
Emily January
Kat Kourbeti
SH...
2024-11-0759 min
Octothorpe119: Only One of Them Is My Bludgeoning Hand, JohnJohn is not assigning blame, Alison is someone, and Liz is bludgeoning.
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Content warnings this episode: Sexual assault (Neil Gaiman allegations, at 39:28 to 42:02).
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Niall Harrison
On our Hugo win/recusing
Andy on Mastodon
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Meg MacDonald
Perianne Lurie
Renay
Sandra Bond’s poem
On in...
2024-09-261h 02
Octothorpe114: Tastemaker BattyJohn, Alison, and Liz discuss what they’re voting for in the Hugo Awards.
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Bridget Bradshaw
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Colette Reap
Duncan MacGregor
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Mike Scott
Raj
Fantasy Book Swap
Alison Scott, Marianne Dreams and Tamarind and the Star of...
2024-07-181h 05
Whatsjust presents Critical ConversationsStep Eight: Releasing Defenses with Dr. Alison Wood BrooksSend us a textThis episode is step eight in the 10-Step Toolkit to Having Critical Conversations featuring Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School who was recently named a Best 40-Under-40 Business School Professor by Poets & Quants. Her book TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves will be published by Crown (Penguin Random House) in January 2025.Her research on the science of conversation has been published in prestigious academic journals, including the Proceedings of the National Academy o...
2024-06-0255 min
Octothorpe109: But Also a Worrying OneJohn is middle, Alison is even sadder, and Liz is sorry.
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Content warnings this episode: Discussion of access issues (chapter 2), wealth privilege (chapter 6)
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The Eastercon members’ portal
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Critical Friends 8
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Doc Weir award
Dave Langford re...
2024-05-091h 05
Octothorpe103: Just This Guy, Y’know?John is a year behind, Alison is opening nominations, and Liz is Elizabeth (!).
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2024-02-1552 min
Chat with M.E.Episode 9 - I Would Be Here If I CouldIn this episode, we chat to the lovely Alison Larkman the driving force and person behind the project ‘I Would Be Here If I Could.’ Alison will explain what inspired her to start this project. And there is still time to get involved. Visit Alison’s website and the project site via the links below: www.alisonlarkman.com
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2023-09-1447 min
Octothorpe91: O— O— O—John is a journalist, Alison is fundraising, and Liz is approved.
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Content warnings this episode: None
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David Curry
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Not Laurie Anderson
The Clarke Award
Liz read them all! 🌟
Hugo Voter Packet
Ersatz Culture’s report on what’s in the packet
Site selection
Voting has sta...
2023-09-0154 min
52 Weeks of MeEpisode 99: Live Your Truth with Alison SinclairAlison is a passionate self-leadership coach who has embarked on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Originally from Scotland and currently residing in southeast England, Alison has a diverse career background that includes fields such as anatomy research, naturopathic nutrition, charity work, and the automotive industry. She has also worked at Microsoft in IT, where she had exposure to coaching and mentoring. Alison's passion lies in helping individuals live their truth, overcome self-expression struggles, and find their authentic voice. She believes in the power of energy awareness, deliberate choices, and self-acceptance in creating a fulfilling and empowered l...
2023-07-1329 min
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendSteven Weber Steven Weber (yes, THAT Steven Weber) is here and he's a delight! We talk about sensory deprivation, dogs, Wings, inflatable chairs, doing commercials as a kid, SUNY Purchase, gnats, my enthusiasm, faces, Mel Brooks, the new podcast he's doing with Eric McCormack called Eating Out with Eric And Steve, writing, relationships, RJ City, auditioning and more. We also played a game, answered your questions and did a round of JMOE and HGFY. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon...
2023-06-191h 37
Not Another Mummy PodcastKatie Kirby: The reality of motherhood and social media comparisonAfter an extended break, we're back for a new season! Katie Kirby is my guest on this episode. Katie started off blogging at Hurrah For Gin, shining a light on the realities of motherhood at a time when the online world was filled with rose-tinted picture perfect versions of mum life. Since then, she's moved to writing books and her latest series is the Lottie Brooks books, aimed at the tween audience.We recorded this episode last summer and we talk about Katie being one of the first people online to start talking...
2023-03-2348 min
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques73. Listen Up: Why It’s Better to Be Interested Than InterestingAs a communication expert, Alison Wood Brooks spends a lot of time talking about talking. But, as she says, listening is just as important.“My course is called TALK,” says Wood Brooks, who is the O'Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at Harvard Business School. “The great irony is that it should really be called LISTEN. It’s hard to be a good listener yet so very important.”In the latest episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Wood Brooks covers conversation strategies for active listening, turning anxiety into excitement, and knowing when it’s...
2022-12-0627 min
Cultivating Success: A mindset shift for happy, successful chiropractorsBuilding Your Professional Brand While Staying True To Yourself with Brooks HillWelcome to Episode 13 of the Cultivating Success podcast where we’re joined by our first chiropractic student, Brooks Hill, a Trimester 7 student at Parker University. On this episode, Brooks shares her journey to becoming a chiropractic student, how she began to build her personal brand presence online and how adapting on social media is a helpful tool for your chiropractic journey. You’ll hear Brooks share why she started her Instagram account @destination.dc to begin with, why it’s worth the commitment, and the benefit of creating a professional brand around who you are and what matter...
2022-10-0329 min
blissful hiker ❤︎ inspiring you to hike your own hikeArizona Trail: Saguaro National ParkSend us a textBlissful is fueled by trail angels to climb steeply up into Saguaro National Park. In this episode:In only a few miles in the early morning cool, Blissful arrives at Magic Camp for a full breakfast on their very last day helping AZT hikers. She joins Jeff and "King Arthur" into beautiful Saguaro National Park, where the cacti crack her up in odd shaped and human-like poses. There's still good water in pools and bab...
2022-06-1611 min
52 Weeks of MeEpisode 47: Making Space for YOU w/ Alison CromieWhile she used to work in the corporate world, Alison as a child was already very entrepreneurial that she was always excited at the sight of different stores and the idea of running her own business. So the day she got laid off, she thought that her circumstances finally made the decision for her. At about the same time, she also started paying attention to her own feelings and stopped putting herself last. She got the help of two coaches to make sure her next job and choices would be the best for herself. One helped her in a...
2022-06-1534 min
Octothorpe59: ChickensJohn is roast beef, Alison is pickled onion, and Liz is flamin’ hot.
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Raybearer is getting the Netflix treatment
Abigail Nussbaum’s essay on Everything Everywhere All at Once
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2022-06-0946 min
Talent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Randy Bailey from WalmartWelcome to the 15th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Before I jump into this episode - we are excited to launch the 2021 Talent Intelligence Awards in partnership with Stratigens. Celebrating the most insightful, innovative, and best of talent intelligence.
If you want to showcase your amazing work - check out this link (deadline for entries is the 15th of November).
I was, as always, joined by my fabulous co-hosts Alison Ettridge of Talent Intuition and Toby Culshaw of Amazon, but unfortunately, no Nick Brooks. He was settling into a brand new...
2021-10-2952 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Elke Manjet from SAPWelcome to the 14th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Before I jump into this episode - I wanted to let you know about an extra special offer our sponsors Stratigens are offering to all our listeners.
If you go to Stratigens.com, book a demo, and enter the promotional code "TIC2021", you'll get a discount and a free proof of concept. How wonderful!
It's been a while, but the group is finally back together. And we've all been pretty excited. Because in this episode, Alison, Toby, Nick and I were joined...
2021-10-121h 04
The Florida Writer PodcastHow to Become Immortal with YA Fantasy Author Ann BrooksHow do you become immortal? Be a student in Ann Brooks's 3rd-grade class. Psychological Thriller author Ann Brooks has branched into the territory of Young Adult Fantasy inspired by her students. When they discovered she was an author, they wanted in--of course, they aren't quite YA readers yet, but in a few short years, they will discover themselves on the page. Listen to the whole story in this edition of the Florida Writer Podcast with host Alison Nissen. Ann Brooks grew up in a small town off the Gulf Coast of Florida, where she cultivated a passion...
2021-09-1819 minFlorida Writer PodcastHow to Become Immortal with YA Fantasy Author Ann BrooksHow do you become immortal? Be a student in Ann Brooks's 3rd-grade class. Psychological Thriller author Ann Brooks has branched into the territory of Young Adult Fantasy inspired by her students. When they discovered she was an author, they wanted in--of course, they aren't quite YA readers yet, but in a few short years, they will discover themselves on the page. Listen to the whole story in this edition of the Florida Writer Podcast with host Alison Nissen. Ann Brooks grew up in a small town off the Gulf Coast of Florida, where she cultivated a passion...
2021-09-1819 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Andrew Gadomski from Aspen AnalyticsWelcome to the 13th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
In this episode, apart from being joined by my amazing co-hosts Toby Culshaw and Nick Brooks, we welcomed the incredible Andrew Gadomski from Aspen Analytics.
We started off the episode in our typical fashion, with Toby updating us on the happenings within the world of Talent Intelligence. Specifically with a topic that has caused quite a stir - Google considering cutting pay off those work from home.
For me, it's quite an interesting one, as I don't really see it as big of...
2021-09-071h 07
Talent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Eric Moskowitz from Modern Executive SolutionsWelcome to the 12th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Before I jump into this episode - I wanted to let you know about an extra special offer our sponsors Stratigens are offering to all our listeners.
If you go to Stratigens.com, book a demo, and enter the promotional code "TIC2021", you'll get a discount and a free proof of concept! How wonderful! And, just as a warning, Nick's audio broke down halfway through the episode. So he asked his questions through me, via chat. Which was odd.
In this episode...
2021-08-0458 min
Me, Myself & Millie74 - A Trans Woman & Cis Woman Havin’ A Baby | Jen Stevens & Alison MichaelAlison Michael & Jen Stevens from Berkeley, California join the podcast to share their journey to parenthood. Alison is a cis gendered female and Jen is a trans female and they both are Moms to their wonderful and adorable son Poe. Don't miss this episode of two people sharing their spectacular family building story.
*Content Warnings*
1. This episode contains intimate details about someone coming out as visibly Trans, while also achieving parenthood. If hearing this kind of story is triggering for you, please bypass this episode.
2. Second warning is for those still struggling with infertility. Jen & Alison conceived their son, Poe...
2021-07-1247 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Gerrit Schimmelpenninck from PhilipsWelcome to the 11th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Where we, meaning me and my far more talented co-hosts Alison Ettridge and Toby Culshaw, and Nick Brooks the wonderful Gerrit Schimmelpenninck from Philips.
After our usual pleasantries, Toby dived straight in with his update on the happening within the world of Talent Intelligence.
We started by discussing a recently released article by Indeed, Employer Use of Hiring Incentives Grows. The article states that job searches for hiring incentives, such as signing bonuses, retention bonuses, and cash incentives, have jumped 134% since the...
2021-07-061h 03Talent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Meta McKinney from StrykerWelcome to the 10th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast! Our first ever episode in double figures!!
In this episode, Alison Ettridge, Nick Brooks, and Toby Culshaw co-hosted a cracking discussion with the wonderful Meta McKinney.
She currently works for Stryker as their Associate Talent Intelligence Manager, but before that, she worked for AllState. The same place as our past guest – Lesley Rood (episode 8).
Starting off the episode in our typical fashion, with Toby updating us on the happenings within the world of Talent Intelligence, we started with a topic that will co...
2021-06-2455 min
Re-Solved Mysteries: An Unsolved Mysteries PodcastListener Short Stack 24You write it, we read it! On this LSS, we give you an update about Alonzo Brooks and a D.B. Cooper suspect. Listeners write in about the murder of a childhood friend named Jamie Stice, a true to life lost loves segment and a killer kick boxer. We also hear from a listener who actually helped solved a mystery for UM!Get ad free episodes, two extra episodes a month and early access on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/resolvedmysteriespodcastSupport us: https://resolvedmysteriespodcast.com/advertising-supportOooooh get that sweeeeeeeet RM merch, honeys! https://resolvedmysteriespodcast...
2021-04-2229 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Nick Brooks and Toby CulshawWelcome to the 8th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
We’ve decided to change things up. We are doing things a little different this time.
So many of you, our listeners, requested to hear more from Nick and Toby, so this time they joined the episode not as co-hosts but as guests.
Furthermore, for this episode, we also flipped our usual flow and started with the interview bit first. With Alison being the sole bad cop interviewer and myself pipping up every so often with a comment.
Kickstarting the ro...
2021-03-0956 min
Re-Solved Mysteries: An Unsolved Mysteries PodcastListener Short Stack 22You write it, we read it! On this LSS we discuss Daniel Morcombe and the Mr. Big investigation technique and we're educated on the devastating history of Canada's residental schools. We provide some updates to the Alozno Brooks case and Forrest Fenn's treasure. We also chat about watching Unsolved Mysteries as a kid, some psychic animals and we hear from a listener in Frankfurt who tells us about the awesome show Aktenzeichen XY ... ungelöst.Get ad free episodes, two extra episodes a month and early access on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/resolvedmysteriespodcastSupport us: https://r...
2021-02-2543 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Lesley Rood from AllstateWelcome to 7th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Unfortunately for this one, Toby wasn’t able to join us so it was just myself (Alan Walker), Alison Ettridge and Nick Brooks welcoming the wonderful Lesley Rood, Senior Research Consultant for Talent Analytics at Allstate.
Albeit one man down, we powered through with our usual format starting off with some news, views, and worldly insights.
Starting off with a discussion from the Talent Intelligence Collective Facebook Group (join the group). Or in particular a comment from a member: “One major issue is the...
2021-02-0355 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Vibhu Ganesan from IntelWelcome to 6th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Happy New Year to you all!
We’ve got the whole crew together again for this one. By which I mean myself – Alan Walker, Toby Culshaw, Alison Ettridge and Nick Brooks.
Since we’ve all been together for 6 months now (I guess you could say we’re official) I skimmed past the intros and moved straight to welcoming our legendary guest for this episode: Vibhu Ganesan, Global Talent Intelligence Lead at Intel.
The first topic of discussion was the POWER of video an...
2021-01-061h 04
The Open Book Test Podcast with Alison LeveyDecember Highlighter EditionHere's a new feature of the podcast. Each month we'll have a HIGHLIGHTER EDITION where I expand on a couple of the key themes that have come up in that month’s conversations. It's just a quick way for me to reinforce some really important concepts and advice while offering a few more resources and insights into the college experience as seen through the lens of an advisor who has met with thousands of students. But let me be clear, this is meant to be "in addition to" not "instead of" listening to the weekly conversations with my awesome gue...
2020-12-2922 minTalent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Lyndon Llanes of VerizonWelcome back to 5th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast!
Since we’ve gathered quite a few new listeners (Hey! Hi! Welcome!) let me start with a round of introductions.
Co-hosting we have me (Alan Walker) from Udder, Toby Culshaw from Amazon, Alison Ettridge from Talent Intuition and Nick Brooks from Microsoft. And joining us for this episode we have the amazing by Lyndon Llanes of Verizon.
As usual, Toby kicked us off with a refresh on the happenings of the world of Talent Intelligence.
His first update revolved around a r...
2020-12-011h 02Talent Intelligence Collective PodcastThe one with Alethe Denis from ManpowerGroup TalentWelcome back to 4th episode of the Talent Intelligence Collective Podcast.
Where we, as in myself, Alan Walker, and my amazing co-hosts Toby Culshaw and Nick Brooks, joining for his debut podcast episode, chatted to Talent Intelligence superstar Alethe Denis.
Alison Ettridge our other usual co-host was unable to join us. The combination of a biblical storm. The fact she lives in the sticks. And her broadband – basically two tin cans and a long piece of string – was knocked out because of said storm.
Anyway! Not to worry, Alison will be back for the...
2020-11-0242 min
Choiceology with Katy MilkmanA Bundle of Nerves: With Guests Alison Wood Brooks & Steven OsborneThe rapid heartbeat. The shaking hands. The flushed face. The symptoms of pre-performance jitters are common. For some people, nervousness before a big test or important presentation is normal and temporary. For others, it can be debilitating. Typical suggestions for managing nerves tend to involve deep breaths and calming thoughts. But what if there were a better way?In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at the science behind the state of arousal commonly referred to as stage fright, including new research into better ways to manage unpleasant emotions.You’ll hear wo...
2020-08-0334 min
The Conversation with Clinton M. PadgettEpisode 03 | Part Two: A Conversation with Alison Wood BrooksClint concludes his conversation with Alison Wood Brooks, the award-winning professor at Harvard Business School that created an experiential course designed to help students hone conversational skills. In Part Two, Alison talks about how having a good sense of humor can elevate your status.
2020-07-1636 minThe Conversation with Clinton M. PadgettEpisode 03 | Part One: A Conversation with Alison Wood BrooksThis week on The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett, Clint talks to Alison Wood Brooks, the award-winning professor at Harvard Business School. In Part One, Alison shares why the psychology of conversation became a focal point in her career and how she developed a cutting-edge MBA course called "How to talk gooder in business and life.”
2020-07-1019 min
People of Product44: Managing a Product Team - People and Processes Come FirstGeorge and Dan sit down with Product Manager Alison Renfro to discuss the postures, disciplines, and structures that help her manage a product team. Between a thirst for learning, intentional scrum ceremonies, and unbiased empathy, Alison ensures people & processes come first. Option 5 is brought to you by CremaCrema is a digital product agency that works with partners from top innovative brands to funded startups. Our team of creative thinkers and doers simplify the complex to discover the right solutions faster. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
2020-06-0836 min
Fitness Protection: The PodcastWhy Train When You Can Maintain?*PDF Download Included in Bonus Material* Inspired by professional Jenga-players (YES THAT EXISTS!), Maintain was created to keep you fit enough year-round so you have #alltheoptions and none of the burnout. Make no mistake - with Maintain you will have ALL the options: you ramp up to run a marathon in 10 weeks, or ramp down when your badassery is needed elsewhere. In this podcast, you will meet 5 runners who are enjoying these ramps as much as their running. The way we present these programs and talk about participants MATTERS: the transition between Maintain, ReBuild, and Runner, Interrupted is presented AS A...
2019-10-051h 36
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendBrooks WheelanComedian Brooks Wheelan (Saturday Night Live, Girls) drops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about being misquoted regarding his feelings about getting fired from SNL, his actual feelings about getting fired from SNL, anxiety, drugs, high high and low lows, growing up in Iowa, his half hour Comedy Central special, struggles with being too loose on stage, performing comedy in NYC, living in a drug house in Los Feliz, relationships, being a biomedical engineering grad, stuffed animals, going crazy at his old job after not sleeping, the politics of workplaces, cheating in college, not doing...
2015-06-221h 25
CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny (Audio)CARTA: Behaviorally Modern Humans: The Origin of Us – Alison S. Brooks: East African Archaeological EvidenceApart from references to the oldest fossil hominins attributed to Homo sapiens, the East African record is often ignored in current scenarios of modern human origins in favor of the much more detailed, well-preserved and better-explored region at the southern end of the continent. Alison S. Brooks (George Washington Univ/Smithsonian Institution) opines that over 20 years of research in the eastern and south-central African zones of woodlands and savannas surrounding the central African rainforest have produced new evidence concerning the transition from pre-sapiens behavior to behaviors more characteristic of the Late Pleistocene humans who expanded from Africa and replaced the...
2015-03-3122 min
CARTA - Anthropogeny (Audio)CARTA: Behaviorally Modern Humans: The Origin of Us – Alison S. Brooks: East African Archaeological EvidenceApart from references to the oldest fossil hominins attributed to Homo sapiens, the East African record is often ignored in current scenarios of modern human origins in favor of the much more detailed, well-preserved and better-explored region at the southern end of the continent. Alison S. Brooks (George Washington Univ/Smithsonian Institution) opines that over 20 years of research in the eastern and south-central African zones of woodlands and savannas surrounding the central African rainforest have produced new evidence concerning the transition from pre-sapiens behavior to behaviors more characteristic of the Late Pleistocene humans who expanded from Africa and replaced the...
2015-03-3122 min