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PeopleUnplugged"Drama for Change" - with Tom HickmoreSend us a textEver wonder how to really change behaviour and culture at work? 🤔 Forget boring training videos! This podcast episode dives into the fascinating world of Tom Hickmore's Drama for Change – a surprisingly effective way to spark conversations, build empathy, and unlock real transformation using the power of video drama.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2025-05-1238 minPeopleUnplugged"Seeing RED" with Kimberley HarrisSend us a textFive minutes. That's all it takes to transform training with BentoBot. This month, Westy chats with Kimberley Harris from RED Construction to learn how.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2025-04-1434 minPeopleUnplugged"HelpMeSee" - with Bonnie HendersonSend us a textFlight simulators aren't just for pilots. The same technology is being used to address a critical global health issue. Westy sits down with Bonnie Henderson, CEO of HelpMeSee, to explore this fascinating connection. Welcome to another "multi-award-winning episode"!See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2025-03-1035 minPeopleUnplugged"Meno-ology" - with Aisling LordSend us a textDiscover the transformative world of menopause with Aisling Lord, a pioneering menopause consultant at Meno-ology. Aisling's unique journey through surgical menopause sheds light on the glaring gaps in education and support for women navigating this significant life stage. Fueled by her personal experiences, Aisling's mission is to empower women and workplaces with critical knowledge, dismantling misconceptions and advocating for a more menopause-friendly environment. So, whether you're experiencing menopause, approaching it, or wanting to understand what the women in your life are going through, this episode is for you!See how BentoBot...2025-02-1046 minPeopleUnplugged"HDBI® - Whole Brain® Thinking" - with Lorraine RobinsonSend us a textIn this episode, Lorraine Robinson discusses the power of "HDBI - Whole Brain Thinking". We delve into the transformative potential of HDBI - Whole Brain Thinking and explore how this powerful framework can supercharge the effectiveness of diverse teams, creating more inclusive, innovative, and successful work environments.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2025-01-1340 minPeopleUnplugged"Spinning plates" - with Charlotte PownallSend us a textIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Charlotte Pownall, a remarkable woman who seamlessly balances the roles of a dedicated mother, a savvy business coach, and the driving force behind Blue Octopus Learning. Whether you're a working parent, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply someone looking for inspiration, this episode offers valuable lessons and practical tips to help you achieve your goals.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2024-12-0938 minPeopleUnplugged"Bite-Sized Food Safety" - with Natalie StantonSend us a textFood safety training that staff want to do?! That's the goal of former EHO Natalie Stanton. Join us as Natalie shares how she has swapped her clipboard for a camera to create innovative video content that makes food safety training accessible and fun, all sprinkled with a little spaced-repetition magic.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2024-11-1132 minPeopleUnplugged"Doing What Really Matters" - with Ruth McFarlaneSend us a textJoin us as we chat with Ruth McFarlane from "Doing What Really Matters." Ruth shares her inspiring work educating prisoners and equipping them with valuable, transferable life skills. She also explains her surprising passion for running and dancing in the heart of Sheffield!See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2024-10-0739 min
mindboost. momentsThe Power of Yet: Continuous Learning with Paul WestlakeSend us a textWelcome to another insightful episode of "mindboost. moments." I'm your host, Caleb, and today we have the pleasure of chatting with Paul 'Westy' Westlake, the Digital Director at PeopleUnboxed. Paul is a dynamic force in the world of learning design, renowned for his ability to distil complex concepts into simple, actionable insights. In this episode, we'll delve into Paul's unique perspective on reframing failure, the power of a growth mindset, and the importance of "structured spontaneity" in creative work.Paul shares personal anecdotes, including his daughter's driving test journey and his o...2024-07-1829 minPeopleUnplugged"Wookieepedia of accessibility" - with Gemma NunnSend us a textForget the days of one-size-fits-all learning! This month, Westy meets with Gemma Nunn, a revolutionary learning designer who's shattering accessibility barriers. Gemma doesn't just create courses; they craft empowering experiences that open doors for everyone.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2024-05-1345 min
The Mindtools L&D PodcastBringing spaced practice into workplace learning One-off learning interventions are frequently the ‘go to’ solution for workplace learning teams, but we know that spaced repetition and retrieval practice are more effective. How do we get past organizational constraints that make this difficult? In this week’s episode of The Mind Tools L&D Podcast, Tony Manwani from People Unboxed joins Ross Dickie and Ross Garner to discuss: ·      The problems with one-off interventions ·      Science-backed principles to make an impact ·      How Tony’s ‘BentoBot’ tool puts those principles into practice. For a recent replication of Ebbinghaus’ ‘forgetting curve’ experiment, see: Murre, J. M...2024-03-2632 minPeopleUnplugged"Storytelling & Skills: The Magic Link" - with Graham ThomasSend us a textWesty delves into the mind of TheNeverPress Magical Realism novelist Graham Thomas. Buckle up as we explore the fascinating parallels between building captivating fiction and designing impactful learning experiences. Get ready for a conversation that'll make you see the magic in storytelling and skill development!See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2024-03-1142 minPeopleUnplugged"Rehearsal makes perfect" - with Andrea PaciniSend us a textWesty is joined by Ideas on Stage presentation expert Andrea Pacini this month. Andrea's got a surprising twist on the usual "practice makes perfect" mantra. It's all about the rehearsals, not the practice.We learn that rehearsals are focused exploration, a chance to dissect, analyze, and truly inhabit the material. It's not just about getting the steps right; it's also about understanding the why behind them.Enjoy the show.- Confident Presenter book: https://amzn.eu/d/bKswMEe - Take the Confident P...2024-02-1252 minPeopleUnplugged"Engaging the heroes" - with Aimee HomerSend us a textThis month, Westy is joined by Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Digital Learning Lead Aimee Homer. They explore a remarkable award-winning Learning Management System designed from the ground up to enhance professional development, empower healthcare workers, and revolutionise the way hospitals deliver training and education.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2024-01-0840 minPeopleUnplugged"On an immersive Quest" - with Sophie CostinSend us a textThis month, Westy chats with Sophie Costin, Director of Learning at Make Real. Sophie explains how immersive learning is critical in creating an environment where learners connect emotionally with the content.She also has top VR-related consumer advice on what we should put under our Christmas Trees this year!See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-12-1145 minPeopleUnplugged"The secret Apple sauce" - with Leah SteadmanSend us a textWesty chats with ex-Apple HR and Training expert Leah Steadman. Now CEO of her own coaching consultancy, Leah takes us through her approach to helping leaders get the most out of themselves.She also provides a fascinating peep behind the curtain on ensuring a workforce hits the ground running with only a few days of notice when launching key new products.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-11-1341 minPeopleUnplugged"On a Purpose Quest" - with Jo CookSend us a textJo Cook joins Westy to embark on a journey to find their own personal purposes. They discuss the importance of understanding who you are, what truly matters to you, and the impact you want to create in the world.Can Jo combine her passions to create an extraordinary blend of purpose, art, and learning?See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-10-0951 minPeopleUnplugged"All change" - with Dr. Paul Taylor-PittSend us a textThis month Westy is joined by Organisational Development and HR expert Dr. Paul Taylor-Pitt, the founder of Metamorphosish. Paul shares his journey, experiences, and wisdom from years in organisational development, HR leadership, and psychology. A podcast some 15 years in the making...See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-09-1144 minPeopleUnplugged"The speaking coach" - with Matt MathesonSend us a textHave you grappled with the paralysing terror of public speaking, feeling like an imposter in front of an audience?Fear no more, as Westy is joined by Matt Matheson, the acclaimed founder of the Speaking Coach, who reveals his secrets to mastering the art of public speaking with ease and authenticity.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-08-1444 minPeopleUnplugged"Your content disables me" - with Jamie ShieldsSend us a textWesty is joined by Jamie Shields from Disabled by Society to explore the significance of accessibility in designing effective learning experiences. The discussion offers valuable tips on designing for screen readers, using closed captions, and incorporating hashtags and emojis to make content more inclusive and engaging.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-07-1044 minPeopleUnplugged"Boosting behavioural science" - with Dr. Thomas Hills and Dr. Charlotte HillsSend us a textWesty is joined by Warwick University's Professor of Behavioural and Data Science, Dr Thomas Hills, and Best at Digital's Behavioural Design Consultant, Dr Charlotte Hills, for a deep dive into how behavioural science can provide crucial help in designing a great learning experience for everyone.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-06-1248 minPeopleUnplugged"Neuro-diverse learning design" - with Louise KarwowskiSend us a textThis month Westy chats with Louise Karwowski, Director of Education at Cognassist.Louise explains how they are creating and using partnerships to drive ground-breaking research that is changing lives and our society for the better. The chat also looks at the business benefits of a neuro-diverse workforce, how to tailor learning design to suit everyone's needs, and some top tips to get you started.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-05-0843 minPeopleUnplugged"Positive psychology" - with Gemma SandwellSend us a textThis month Westy chats with an accredited coach, positive psychologist, and TED speaker, Gemma Sandwell.Gemma talks through her approach to helping people with ambitious dreams overcome their fears and make a massive impact in the world, as well as outlining a 5-step strategy we can all use to get started on the journey.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-04-1050 minPeopleUnplugged"Go for it" - with Arlene MarsellaSend us a textThis month Westy helps PeopleUnboxed Training Consultant Arlene Marsella reflect on her first year in the team.Arlene talks through the shift from presenting to facilitating, overcoming imposter syndrome, and how she is finding time to continue her own development.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-03-1340 minPeopleUnplugged"BentoBot: Good to go" - with Tony ManwaniSend us a textThis month Westy is joined by PeopleUnboxed co-founder, Tony Manwani, to discuss how their new learning app, BentoBot, is solving three of L&D's biggest problems.In terms of catering to different learner preferences, stopping people from forgetting and making learning fun, BentoBot is good to go.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-02-1345 minPeopleUnplugged"ADAPT 101" - with Caleb FosterSend us a textThis month, a different type of show as MindBoost's Caleb Foster joins Westy to take a deep dive into creating learning with the OpenSource ADAPT tool.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2023-01-0935 minPeopleUnplugged"What's in your Inbox?" - with Lars HylandSend us a textWesty has a long overdue catch-up with Totara Learning's managing director, Lars Hyland.They discuss the importance of a training approach that includes performance management and employee engagement, in addition to traditional learning, and how Totara can be at the centre of that.And Lars reflects on his McMuffin-making skills...See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-12-1250 minPeopleUnplugged"In the Pink" - with Michelle HazeltonSend us a textWesty chats with Michelle Hazelton, Managing Director of Anders Pink.They discuss curation vs creation, how quality needs to trump quantity when it comes to learning content, and how Anders Pink can be part of an invisible learning system.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-11-1445 minPeopleUnplugged"Mind Tools" - with Ross Garner & Owen FergusonSend us a textWesty catches up with Mind Tools L&D Podcast hosts Ross Garner and Owen Ferguson to discuss performance support tools, how to get started in podcasting and mixing ABBA with paddle boarding.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-10-1046 minPeopleUnplugged"Stirring it up" - with Darren HolmesSend us a textThis month Westy has a long overdue catch-up with Kineo's Global Head of Delivery, Darren Holmes.They discuss where corporate training and education cross over, the effect of the pandemic on the digital learning market, and how Darren manages a remote team.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-09-1230 minPeopleUnplugged"Magma, Lava or Chocolate? All things AI" - with Donald ClarkSend us a textWesty spends an hour chatting with Donald Clark about all things AI. How it can help to create learning content, help to mark that content, and even improve image creation and editing.They also consider how AI can help to solve L&D's biggest challenge - How to make learning stick.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-08-0856 minPeopleUnplugged"Mr. StoryTagger" - with Carl HodlerSend us a textThis month Westy is joined by "Mr. StoryTagger" Carl Hodler.They discuss where storytelling fits into L&D, why people don't do it, and how StoryTagger can help to solve the issue.They also reminisce about their Dragon vs Spectrum past and Carl's BAFTA nominations.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-07-1137 min
The Mindtools L&D Podcast299 — How can we embed learning in our workplaces?We’re all familiar with one-off learning events like e-learning modules, workshops and virtual classrooms. They’re common because they’re logistically easier for everyone, but how we can adapt these to embed learning after the event? To discuss, Ross G and Owen are joined by Paul 'Westy' Westlake, Digital Director at PeopleUnboxed, and host of the PeopleUnplugged Podcast. We discuss: Problems with one-off events Techniques to ensure they have greater impact What it looks like to embed learning more systemically within a workplace. Show notes During the discussion, Ross referenced the wo...2022-06-2143 minPeopleUnplugged"Managing bad habits, using BAD solutions" - with Louisa O'ConnellSend us a textWesty chats with BestAtDigital's Head of Learning Design, Louisa O'Connell.Louisa explains how BAD matches behavioural science with digital solutions to challenge bad habits, leading to tangible business results.It's all about asking the right questions upfront...See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-06-1338 minPeopleUnplugged"Creating a drama" - with Tom HickmoreSend us a textNice Media Creative Director Tom Hickmore joins Westy for a chat. Tom introduces us to his new book, Watch & Learn, explaining how it can be used to help create award-winning drama for use in L&D projects. Westy is keen to dig into Tom’s pop/punk past too!See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-05-0932 minPeopleUnplugged"Designing the Lima Delta way" - with Georgie CookeSend us a textThis month Westy chats with Lima Delta's Learning Experience Designer Georgie Cooke. She tells us what questions we should be asking, how to add humour to our courses, and why the mix of business advice and House Gospel Choirs works so well.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-04-1137 minPeopleUnplugged"You're on mute!" - with Jo CookSend us a textWesty has a long overdue catch-up with Lightbulb Moment's virtual classroom guru Jo Cook. Jo explains her approach to designing for virtual delivery, reading digital body language, and tells us how to get the most out of our online sessions.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-03-1438 minPeopleUnplugged"From uncertainty to opportunity" - with Paul CoatesSend us a textWesty is joined by Paul Coates, Head of Consultancy at Franklin-Covey. Paul explains how uncertainty could be seen as an opportunity, why efficiency with people is ineffective and the difficulty of ordering a chair in a global pandemic. See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-02-1436 minPeopleUnplugged"The Midas touch" - with John-Kusi MensahSend us a textWesty is joined by John Kusi-Mensah, AVP of MetLife's Global Distribution Academy. John takes us through how MetLife designed and implemented a training system that helped to drive change literally around the globe whilst picking up a host of awards along the way.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2022-01-1035 minPeopleUnplugged"We have to talk" - with Damian de ScarfoSend us a textWith 1 in 4 of us experiencing a mental health problem of some kind each year and more than 595,000 cases of work-related stress, depression or anxiety leading to around 15.4 million working days a year being lost, something has to change. Westy is joined by Damian de Scarfo, who is leading that change across his busy group of restaurants by making Mental Health discussions business as usual.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2021-12-1328 minPeopleUnplugged"Immersive technologies" - with Sam WattsSend us a textWesty is joined by Sam Watts, Immersive Partnerships Director at Make Real. Sam explains how VR and AR are being used to transform training delivery, embed learning, and open up the possibilities to create a range of unique games.See how BentoBot from PeopleUnboxed can help learners stop forgetting.Follow Westy on LinkedIn.2021-11-0843 min