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NUGGETSStage Fright: The Truth About Confidence on StageIn this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dig into one of the most common questions they get: How do you stay confident on stage?Spoiler: confidence isn’t magic — it’s preparation, perspective, and the right kind of nerves. From silent preparation to authentic delivery, from controlling your message to controlling your mindset, they break down how anyone can turn stage fright into stage presence. Expect practical tips, honest stories, laughter, and one brilliant tale involving Sir Ken Robinson, a six-year-old girl, and a drawing of God. If you present at work, speak...
2025-11-2120 min
NUGGETSLove - Nature's Biggest ScamLOVE (…Nature’s Greatest Scam?)Dopamine, dogs, disappointment… and why we keep falling anyway.In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois unpack one of humanity’s most powerful — and most confusing — forces: love.Is love a conscious choice? Or is it nature’s trick… an evolutionary scam that hijacks our brains just long enough to produce a child or two? Drawing on Helen Fisher’s research, Robert Palmer lyrics, evolutionary psychology, “Love Actually,” and a surprise appearance from Francois’ true soulmate (spoiler: it’s Caesar the dog), we explore:Why falling in love hits...
2025-11-1419 min
NUGGETSBusynessIn this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dig into one of the great modern addictions — busyness. Why do we wear “busy” like a badge of honour?What are we really running from when we fill every moment with tasks, calls, and meetings? And what happens when we finally stop?From bees and lions to guitars and plastic bags, this unscripted conversation explores stress, presence, and the beauty of noticing.“We’ve become a culture of acceleration with no destination.” – Greg Orme, The Human EdgeSlow down. Tune in. Notice more....
2025-11-0719 min
NUGGETSStrangersHello, stranger. In this Nugget we explore the lost art of talking to strangers — from park benches and airplane aisles to a certain English bulldog named Caesar who turns heads (and starts conversations). We open with Walt Whitman, beautifully read by Sir Kenneth Branagh, and ask why we look down, plug in, and pass by when what we really crave is connection. We share simple “entry tickets” (a sincere compliment or a curious question), how to read the room like a great taxi driver, and why escaping our echo chambers helps us grow. We spo...
2025-10-3020 min
NUGGETSSuccessSuccess feels great… until it starts slowing you down. In this episode, Pellegrino and Francois dig into the hidden danger of success — how comfort can quietly kill growth. From Vanilla Ice to The Matrix, from the Oslo Business Forum to the buzzing bees under your bonnet, the boys explore why curiosity and risk-taking are the real fuels for long-term success. What if the very thing that made you successful… is now holding you back? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-2421 min
NUGGETSStinginessWhat happens when loyalty meets stinginess? Pellegrino tells the story of being charged €30 for a 3-kilo “overweight” bike bag — despite years of loyalty and diamond-card status. From outrage to reflection, he and Francois unpack why stinginess hurts so much more than it costs. They explore fairness, recognition, fear — and one brilliant Norwegian word: RAUS, the opposite of stingy.Along the way, they coin a new leadership truth:Most companies are Excel shakers when they should be experience makers.Because stinginess comes from fear — but generosity comes from strength. Hosted on Acast. See a...
2025-10-1720 min
NUGGETSComplimentsWhy is it so hard to take a compliment?In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dive into the strange social dance of compliments — why we squirm, why we downplay them, and why the right one can make someone’s whole day. From British awkwardness to Norwegian modesty, from As Good As It Gets to handwritten notes that outperform pizza and cash, this conversation explores how a few sincere words can energize, connect, and even change people.Key themes:Why compliments often make us uncomfortableCultural differences in giving and receiving praiseThe psyc...
2025-10-1019 min
NUGGETSBeing DifferentWe’ve all felt it: that fear of standing out, of being “too different.” From Monty Python’s Life of Brian to Prince, Bowie, and Steve Jobs, this episode explores why we’re wired to conform — and what happens when we dare to break free. Pellegrino and Francois dig into brain science, personal stories, and cultural icons to uncover why being different isn’t just okay — it’s a superpower. Inspired by a suggestion from Pellegrino’s daughter Emily, this episode asks: what’s riskier — being laughed at today, or regretting a life where you never showed who you really ar...
2025-10-0321 min
NUGGETSBelongingIn this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois explore the deep human need for belonging. From Brené Brown’s powerful words — “In the absence of love and belonging, there is only suffering” — to the famous Cyberball experiment that shows how rejection registers in the brain as real pain, this conversation gets real about loneliness, friendship, and connection.Why belonging hurts when it’s missing.How we can signal to others:We are connected. We share a future. I care about you. You matter.And why in...
2025-09-2620 min
NUGGETSPoorWhat does it really mean to grow up poor? In this episode, Pellegrino and Francois open up about childhoods shaped by scarcity — no holidays, no pocket money, and sometimes just a single chocolate bar split between five kids. From immigrant families in the UK and Norway to the so-called “richest country to be poor in,” they reflect on poverty, shame, resilience, and the habits that stay with you for life. Along the way, they explore the paradox of wealth in the Nordics, the lessons money teaches us, and why true richness isn’t measured in material things.
2025-09-1824 min
NUGGETSSilenceWhat happens when we’re asked to sit in silence — no phone, no music, no distractions? In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois explore our modern allergy to quiet, the experiment where people chose electric shocks over fifteen minutes alone with their thoughts, and why silence used to come more naturally to us. From childhood memories to comedy sketches and mindfulness in disguise, this is a playful but profound conversation about boredom, creativity, and the lost art of doing nothing.Your nugget? If silence feels awkward — it’s probably exactly what you need.
2025-09-1122 min
NUGGETSBromanceBehind every emotionally healthy man, there’s usually a Francois. Or a Pellegrino. A brother from another mother who sees all your mess, sticks around, and laughs and cries with you through it all.In this episode of NUGGETS, we get personal — exploring our own bromance, why male friendships are often awkward, and why it’s still so hard for men to say “I love you” to each other. From Gilgamesh and Enkidu in ancient Mesopotamia to Chandler and Joey in Friends, bromances have always been there. But here’s the twist: they’re not just funny or heart...
2025-09-0426 min
TestpoddenTestpodden blir lurt - igjen! - del 2/2 med François Sibbald - en Edutainersend oss en melding til testpodden@webstep.no med navn, kontaktinfo og hvilken episode du hørte på sist , så er du med i trekningen av dagens episodegave :-)Har du undret på hvordan man kan lure hele redaksjonen i testpodden?Jo her skal du høre: Du skal ikle deg en litt avslappet businesskostyme og et veldig fransk navn: Dr. Thierry DuPont.Og så leverer du en bra presentasjon om kommunikasjon og viktigheten av å være sitt publikum bevisst i disse nye tider. I tillegg snakker du på en sjarmerende norsk med sterk f...
2025-09-0229 min
NUGGETSVulnerabilityIn this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dive into the paradox of vulnerability — why we crave it in others but fear showing it ourselves. From Leonard Cohen’s haunting reminder that “there is a crack in everything” to real-life stories of hamsters, oil rig workers, and awkward dinner parties, they explore why vulnerability feels risky, yet is the very thing that creates real connection. Vulnerability isn’t about oversharing — it’s about appropriate openness, honesty, and the courage to show up as our true selves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati
2025-08-2823 minTestpoddenTestpodden blir lurt - igjen! - del 1/2 med François Sibbald - en Edutainersend oss en melding til testpodden@webstep.no med navn, kontaktinfo og hvilken episode du hørte på sist , så er du med i trekningen av dagens episodegave :-)Har du undret på hvordan man kan lure hele redaksjonen i testpodden?Jo her skal du høre: Du skal ikle deg en litt avslappet businesskostyme og et veldig fransk navn: Dr. Thierry DuPont.Og så leverer du en bra presentasjon om kommunikasjon og viktigheten av å være sitt publikum bevisst i disse nye tider. I tillegg snakker du på en sjarmerende norsk med sterk f...
2025-08-2622 min
NUGGETSExpectationsIn this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dig into the world of expectations — at work, in relationships, in parenting, and even in the endless scroll of social media. Why do high expectations so often lead to disappointment? How can we set healthier ones for ourselves and others? And why might lowering expectations actually raise our happiness?With humor, honesty, and a few personal stories (including a wake-up call during the pandemic), they explore why managing expectations might just be the secret to less stress and more joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
2025-08-2220 min
NUGGETSPainIn 2024, a study revealed something shocking: in ERs, women wait up to 30 minutes longer than men for pain relief.Why? Outdated medical research. Systemic bias. The belief that women “handle it better.”In this NUGGETS episode, Pellegrino and Francois unpack the data, share personal stories, and explore how language (“weaker sex,” “hysterical”) still shapes treatment today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-1521 min
NUGGETSThe Attitude of GratitudeWhen it rains, you can complain — or you can be grateful. In this feel-good episode, Pellegrino and Francois dive deep into the power of gratitude: why it’s a choice, how it boosts your brain chemistry, and why we often forget to show it. With personal stories, laughs, and even a serotonin fact-check live from ChatGPT, this is your reminder that even two sandwiches on a park bench can become a lifelong memory.Gratitude isn’t just a feeling. It’s a muscle. Train it with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2025-08-0821 min
NUGGETSJOMOIn a world ruled by FOMO, what if the real flex this summer is switching off? In this unplugged episode, Pellegrino and Francois explore the Joy of Missing Out — and why disconnection could be your brain’s ultimate holiday. From dodgy Italian mobile coverage to dopamin-fuelled scrolling habits, we ask: is it brave to just… do nothing?Packed with honest reflections, humour, and practical tips, this episode is your invitation to log off, lean in, and let your creativity (and sanity) breathe.Quote of the episode: "The most important things in life happen when n...
2025-07-0423 min
NUGGETSAuthenticityWhat if the hardest thing in life... is to simply be yourself?In this raw and real episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dive deep into authenticity — what it is, why it matters, and why it’s getting harder in a world of filters, roles, and silent conformity. From stage personas to deathbed regrets, this episode explores how living true to yourself can be both painful and powerful.“Sometimes it hurts to be real — but it hurts more not to be.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2720 min
NUGGETSAmbition & Beauty"A man without ambition is like a woman without beauty." Mic drop? Or eye roll?In this episode, we tackle one very loaded sentence — and open up a conversation about ambition, beauty, gender expectations, and what happens when we chase ideals too far.- Why are men still judged by their drive?- Why are women still defined by their looks?- And what can we learn from John Lennon and Pamela Anderson?This one’s spicy, reflective — and might just make you rethink what enough really means. Hosted on...
2025-06-2020 min
NUGGETSListen!In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois face some uncomfortable truths about interrupting each other — and everyone else. With humour and honesty, they unpack cultural habits, personal blind spots, and the power of listening. You’ll hear confessions, insights, and practical tools like “say more about that” to help you stop talking and start connecting. Two ears. One mouth. Use them wisely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-1319 min
NUGGETSAggressionWhy do people explode in traffic? Why do so many women feel unsafe walking home at night? And what does a bra on a studio table have to do with it?In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dive into the messy, misunderstood world of aggression. From testosterone and cortisol to media fear-mongering, they unpack the science and culture behind our rising stress levels — and how that stress often shows up as anger.The result? A thoughtful, funny, and honest conversation about fear, masculinity, safety, and what we can do to cool th...
2025-06-0620 min
NUGGETSSecretsIn this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois explore a deceptively simple truth: You’re only as sick as your secrets. Why do the things we don’t say weigh so heavily on us? Can secrets actually affect our mental and physical health?With a blend of banter, science, and real stories, they uncover how secrets act like invisible rucksacks—adding weight to life’s journey. You’ll hear about fascinating research, awkward confessions, and why leaders should learn to be “secret offloaders.”If you’ve ever carried something silently for too long, this one’s for you....
2025-05-3018 min
NUGGETSTrustIn this episode, Pellegrino and Francois dive into one of the most fragile—and powerful—forces in human relationships: TRUST. From giving your partner access to your phone to lying for a friend in court, this episode explores what trust really means. Drawing on Rachel Botsman’s definition—“Trust is a confident relationship with the unknown”—they uncover the three C’s that build trust: character, communication, and consistency. Honest, thought-provoking, and a little bit funny—this one will leave you questioning who you really trust… and why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
2025-05-2319 min
NUGGETSPlayfulnessEveryone’s chasing creativity — but are we forgetting what fuels it?In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois explore what happens when we stop taking ourselves so seriously. From on-stage nerves to awkward elevator chats, they unpack how fear and expectation block our playfulness — and our potential. Along the way, they even invent a better word for “small-talk.”Because creativity may be the engine of life — but playfulness is the fuel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-1619 min
NUGGETSEnvy & JealousySecrets – The Truth About Envy and JealousyWhat’s the difference between envy and jealousy—and why do they make us feel so uncomfortable?In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois dive into the emotional twins we all wrestle with but rarely talk about. We explore:The surprising difference between envy and jealousyWhy these emotions aren't weaknesses, but signalsHow envy can inspire growth—and jealousy can protect what mattersAnd a beautiful new word you’ll want to start using: confelicity – the joy of someone else’s joyThis...
2025-05-0920 min
NUGGETSAssimilationAssimilation, Integration, and IdentityWhen you move to a new country, do you blend in or stand out? In this episode, Pellegrino and Francois explore the delicate balance between assimilation (letting go of your past) and integration (carrying your traditions with you).From immigrant childhoods and culture shocks to family rituals and... terrible homemade wine — this episode unpacks how feeling safe and secure is the foundation for both tolerance and individualism.Expect laughs, reflections, and real stories — plus a surprising link between sushi and social acceptance. Hosted on Acas...
2025-05-0218 min
NUGGETSConfrontationThis one started with popcorn on the floor, a rogue sports bra, and a very annoyed Pellegrino. What followed was a totally unplanned conversation about confrontation—why we avoid it, why we need it, and how it can actually be one of the most powerful tools for clarity, connection, and leadership.From family messes to workplace awkwardness, we explore how honest confrontation can clear the air and strengthen relationships. Francois admits he's a lifelong people-pleaser, while Pellegrino shares a story about confronting his Norwegian father-in-law (yes, it got dramatic).Nugget of the day: “Conf...
2025-04-2418 min
NUGGETSHappinessViagra, gold, and happiness. What do they all have in common? They're expensive, desirable—and not always what they seem.In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois explore why happiness might not be something we “achieve” but something we’re wired to chase. From luxury cars to dopamine-fuelled rats, we look at:The psychology behind why most of us aren’t happy most of the timeWhat we’re really buying when we shop for joyHow marketing sells dreams, not productsWhy happiness might be more about anticipation than arrivalYou’ll laugh. You’ll...
2025-04-1819 min
NUGGETSPeacocksWe’ve all heard of “the survival of the fittest”… But what about the survival of the flashiest? In this episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino and Francois explore why overconfidence works, what peacocks reveal about attraction and leadership, and why pretending to be 10% better-looking might just be an evolutionary survival strategy.From Darwin to Pablo the Chef, this bite-sized conversation is all about confidence, credibility, and knowing when to flash your feathers—without being “peacocky.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1517 min
NUGGETSGround ZeroIn this very first episode of NUGGETS, Pellegrino Riccardi and Francois Sibbald introduce the podcast, the concept, and themselves. You’ll hear where they came from, why they created NUGGETS, and what to expect from future episodes — bite-sized ideas with a human twist. No editing. No fluff. Just two voices, one mic (well, two), and a mission: to make wisdom accessible, relatable, and fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1015 min
Lederpodden👨🏼🍳 Norges beste edutainer? Med François SibbaldFrancois Sibbald har vært Norges fremste edutainer i over 30 år. En mester i å kombinere læring med underholdning. Han kan skreddersy en opplevelse for enhver forsamling, enten han står på scenen som seg selv, som konferansier, talkshow-vert eller en av sine mange karakterer. Så hva er hemmeligheten? Hvordan klarer han å balansere humor og seriøsitet? Og hva kan ledere lære av en formidler som skaper magi på scenen?🙋🏻♀️ Lederprogrammet starter 4. mars. Noen få ledige plasser igjen. Meld deg på her.
2025-02-1435 min
Ta Praten#40. Kokain på jobbfesten, ansvarlig vinmonopol og lønningsaktivitetHva gjør du hvis du blir tilbudt kokain på jobbfest? Har du tenkt på hvor viktig det er at Vinmonopolet av og til er stengt? Dette live-opptaket fra Akan-dagen gir deg verktøy for å ta tak i de vanskelige samtalene. Hør hvordan Techpros, Anton Sport, og Vinmonopolet håndterer rusmiddelbruk på arbeidsplassen. Hør erfarne ledere dele sine historier og strategier for å skape et trygt arbeidsmiljø for alle..💡 HVA DU VIL LÆRE• Hva som skjer når en leder møter narkotikabruk blant ansatte.• Hvordan bedriftskultur og alkoholbruk påvirker...
2025-01-2025 min
30 minutter inn i fremtidenHumor og motKan man alltid bruke humor når man holder foredrag eller en presentasjon? Tjaaa mener dagens gjest, men også her handler det om en balanse. Det aller viktigste er kanskje det å tørre og skille seg ut!! Dagen gjest er Francois Sibbald. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-2931 min