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Unlocked with Skot WaldronUnlocking Trust-Centered Leadership With Rick Kitagawa and Lisa LambertUnlocking Trust-Centered Leadership with Rick Kitagawa and Lisa Lambert is an engaging and informative program that delves into the fundamental principles of leadership centered around trust. Through their expertise, Kitagawa and Lambert emphasize the vital role of trust in effective leadership, guiding participants in building authentic connections with their teams and fostering transparent communication. They underscore the significance of empowering team members, embracing diversity, and nurturing resilience, offering practical strategies and real-world examples to help leaders create inclusive and resilient work environments. This program provides valuable insights and actionable steps for leaders seeking to cultivate trust, enhance their leadership...
2023-10-1733 min
Just Keep LearningRick Kitagawa On Course Creation, Business And Creative ConfidenceRick Kitagawa is considered an Inner Monster Wrangler. According to his experiences, his greatest strength is helping people wrangle that monster that holds us all back. He is great at helping people with imposter syndrome and achieving their big dreams. He coaches leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives to build confidence and strategies for success.Rick shares a bit about his upbringing and how it might not exactly be what people would think. We also touch on the debate about whether people should go to college, or not. Over the years, whether in business, social, or art, he has...
2022-03-1959 min
In TrustRemotely Trusted - EP 52It’s harder to build trust at a distance, yet that’s exactly what we need to do to thrive in a remote work world.
So how do you build trust remotely?
In this episode, Spotlight Trust co-founders Rick Kitagawa and Lisa Lambert share how the 5 Facets of Trust framework can provide a practical lens to help leaders notice trust gaps in their remote work environment as well as opportunities to build and strengthen trust - a mission-critical asset for high-performing teams.
If you’re noticing some trust issues in your remote workplace or wan...
2021-09-2834 min
Drawing From ExperienceEpisode 121: The Impostor Monster with Rick KitagawaThis episode tackles the ever-popular topic of Impostor Syndrome, and Rick Kitagawa's unique approach to dealing with it. Rick is an artist, an author and a leadership coach for creatives, as well as larger corporations. He has a business for leaders and creatives called "Kaiju Coaching," which launches a new course called "Wrangling Your Impostor Monster" in September. Listen in to find out how you can enroll and get an exclusive DFE discount.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s Website...
2021-08-271h 06
In TrustBeing Trustworthy and Trusted - EP 50!What’s the difference between being trustworthy and being trusted? Why does it matter anyway?
For the 50th episode of the In Trust podcast, your trusted co-hosts, Spotlight Trust Co-Founders and Co-CEOs Rick Kitagawa and Lisa Lambert, unpack the semantics of the words trustworthy and trusted to surface practical insights for leaders wanting to better earn and extend trust.
If you’re curious about how you can more readily signal your trustworthiness so you can become trusted and how you can better discern who is worthy of your trust, you’ll want to give this episod...
2021-08-1727 min
Inner Monster PodcastThe Hydra (replay) - Art announcement edition - EP 46In order to preserve any shreds of sanity I have left, I've recorded a bit of a new intro regarding why I'm taking a break from releasing a new episode this week, and also announcing my Friday the 13th art extravaganza.
After the intro, dive back in (or discover for the first time) the Hydra and my take on sustainability. Fitting, I hope, for a bit of a break week.
Show notes:
Rick on Instagram
Rick's patreon
Theme music, "The (Un)Chained Butterfly," and "IV. Joy" by Al...
2021-08-0918 minIn TrustThe Trust To Make Mistakes And Own Up To Them - EP 46Everyone makes mistakes. So how can leaders build a culture where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities that strengthen trust and propel innovation?
In this episode of the In Trust podcast, your trusted co-hosts, Spotlight Trust Co-Founders and Co-CEOs Rick Kitagawa and Lisa Lambert, dig into the human act of making mistakes at work. They explore how leaders can collaborate with their teams to build the trust and psychological safety needed to do innovative work that may lead to mistakes and co-create a culture where people take accountability and embrace learning opportunities.
If you want...
2021-07-2033 minInner Monster PodcastSiats - Simple Solutions - EP 41I'm in the desert of Utah on an archaeological dig, when I see someone emerge from a rocky outcropping...
This week we'll look at two things from the Great Basin region of the United States, a dinosaur, and the cannibalistic monsters known as the Siats that inspired the dinosaur's name. We'll look at the Siats' weakness, and how it inspired me to think about simple solutions. I'll go into some simple solutions for common business problems, and then we'll dive into parsing what the real problems are.
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2021-07-0517 minIn TrustSonder and Sales - Interview with Jordan Benjamin - EP 43Most of us underestimate the extent to which we’re all involved in selling.
It may not be the traditional view of selling, but we’re all in sales: we’re all in the business of persuading, convincing, and influencing others.
So how do you sell in a way that genuinely serves others while bringing out the best in yourself? How might you build trust in yourself as you navigate the nos on the way to the yeses? How can you build a high-performance sales culture that priorities humanity over quotas?
We explored these...
2021-06-2937 minInner Monster PodcastFlying Head - Consistency between your speech, actions, and beliefs - EP 40I'm on vacation at a cabin rental when something completely unexpected flies out of the sky..
In this week's episode, I introduce the Flying Head, an evil spirit in the Iroquois and Wyandot mythology. It's a biter, and not in a good way, but it's consistency in its actions (even when it leads to its own demise) inspired me to talk about consistency and how we can develop stronger alignment in our words, behavior, and thoughts. Enjoy the tough questions this week!
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2021-06-2814 minIn TrustBuilding Trust through People-centric Project Leadership - Interview with Kiron Bondale - EP 42How can project management be a tool to build trust? Why is building trust and psychological safety so important for project teams and what are practical ways project managers can develop these assets?
These questions and many more we’re at the heart of our conversation with Kiron Bondale, a project management expert and Senior Consultant at World Class Productivity Inc.
Kiron has worked in project management for over 25 years in a multitude of roles including project management office, leadership, delivery, and consulting. He’s an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), which is t...
2021-06-2242 minInner Monster PodcastThe Dukes of Hell - Hierarchies and why they often stuck - EP 39The port's a mess, an whole fleet of government dogs are after me, and the only way out I can see is through the ritual...
In this week's episode, experience a bad pirate accent as we dive into the hierarchy of Hell. I'll introduce you to the 42nd spirit in the Ars Goetia, and dive into some ancient demonology texts that explain the organizational structure of demons. We'll then dive into a reframing of hierarchies in general, and the three main reasons they get a bad name. I'll of course also offer some practical insights into making...
2021-06-2119 minIn TrustHow to build a high-trust hybrid and remote work culture - EP 41As organizations roll out their post-pandemic work plans, where are many getting tripped up? What must leaders and organizations consider in order to build a high-trust hybrid and remote work culture?
Organizations around the world are rolling out their plans for the post-pandemic workplace, many of which involve hybrid or remote approaches. And many are facing pushback from their employees who feel like these plans miss the mark.
In this episode of the In Trust podcast, we get into some of the false assumptions leaders are making when it comes to the post-pandemic workplace and...
2021-06-1533 minInner Monster PodcastMummies - Specialness and Rethinking of the term Snowflake - EP 38Visiting a museum with a mummy, I notice something strange about the bandaged corpse, and then things get interesting..
This week I look at the Egyptian mummy monster myth, a true fact that's more horrific than the fiction, and the idea of what it means to be special and unique and insignificant at the same time. Also, I offer a new way to think about how we're all snowflakes - but that's not necessarily a bad thing.
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2021-06-1413 minIn TrustBetter Business By Design and Empathy - Interview with Alen Faljic - EP 40How can leaders effectively build bridges across disciplines so that different functions can team up and help their organization run more thoughtfully and successfully? How can greater empathy lead to greater business impact? How can design leaders in particular gain more business confidence so they can bring their problem solving expertise to co-create a different business world, by design?
These were just some of the questions we explored in our conversation with Alen Faljic, the Founder and CEO of d.MBA, an online business program made specifically for designers. Alen is an ex-IDEO business designer, one of...
2021-06-0839 minInner Monster PodcastNukekubi - How building structures will bring success - EP 37I find myself chilling in my room in Tokyo, when a knock comes at my 7th floor window...
This week I share with you the interesting story of the Nukekubi, another Japanese creature which is basically a flying vampire head. Wild! I talk about the need for structures in our lives, and offer a practical guide to solving for systems-level problems. Wowza!
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PS - I co-authored a book on building trust! Kindle pre-orders are...
2021-06-0717 minIn TrustHelping Product Teams Get Better Results By Putting People First - Interview with Adam Thomas - EP 39How does the level of trust after a decision is made impact product teams (and other teams in your organization too)? How much waste might be happening in your organization because of cognitive biases and what are practical ways to avoid falling into the traps of these biases when it comes to decision making?
We explored these questions and many more with Adam Thomas, a product person and technologist based in Harlem, NY who is focused on strategy, team organization, and product management. Adam is currently the Lead Product Manager over at SmartRecruiters, a columnist at BuiltIn...
2021-06-0142 minInner Monster PodcastHotu-Puku - Using humility to battle shortsightedness - EP 36A swim in New Zealand takes a turn for the worst when something really, really big emerges from it's cave...
This week's episode looks as Hotu-Puku, a supernatural giant lizard-like thing hailing from Maori mythology. After we talk about the myth of Hotu-puku, I dive into fighting shortsightedness in decision-making through humility, systems, and a few other strategies that widen the lens at which you might look at problems.
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PS - I co-authored...
2021-05-3116 minIn TrustBold and Open Ways of Building Trusted Organizations and Communities - Interview with Jaime Arredondo - EP 38What are assets that you have within your organization that external communities would be interested in having access to and even contributing in a way that adds value? What would it look like to take the bold step to open these assets up to the outside world?
These are questions Jaime Arredondo explores with public and private organizations of all sizes to multiply the impacts of their efforts and investments by creating innovation communities and open source business models. An international writer, coach, and entrepreneur, Jaime also publishes a newsletter where he shares practical insights to help...
2021-05-2530 minInner Monster PodcastEl Coco - Adaption As Success - EP 35I hear a noise in my son's bedroom, and find something very, very wrong...
In this week's episode, I'll talk about the terrifying bogeyman from Portugal, El Coco (aka El Cuco and El Cucuy). This shifty creature, featured in HBO's The Outsider, gets me thinking about adaptation and how being flexible can set you up for success. I then offer some practical thoughts on how to improve your adaptability.
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2021-05-2415 minIn TrustThe Trust to Take Risks and Trailblaze - Interview with Carlos Baena - EP 37What risks are worth taking? How do you trust yourself to make big decisions when your head and heart are pulling you in different directions? How do you trust your team to blaze a new trail and bring a bold vision to life, especially when you’re working together remotely?
These questions were at the core of our recent conversation with Carlos Baena, an award-winning animator, director, and entrepreneur. Currently directing Paramount Pictures’ forthcoming animated feature film The Tiger’s Apprentice (slated for release in 2023), Carlos is someone with a track record of taking risks and trailblazing.
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2021-05-1848 minInner Monster PodcastThe Dun Cow - Clarity In Communication - EP 34I'm on a nice hike in the English countryside, when a very upset cow decides it's angry with me...
In this week's episode, we dive into the mythology behind the Dun Cow (cue how now brown cow jokes), a magical, milk-producing, rampaging beast. From there, we'll explore how clarity could have helped the cow survive, and the need for clarity in communication. I'll share three of the biggest barriers to clear communication, as well as how we might think of improving our clarity.
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2021-05-1718 minIn TrustHow Trust Fuels Entrepreneurship and Innovation - Interview with Alex Waters - EP 36What are some common stories about entrepreneurship and innovation that actually hinder these pioneering pursuits? Why is trust so integral in the development and growth of entrepreneurship and innovation?
We explored these questions and many more with Alex Waters, the Director of CONNECT ALL @ The Jacobs Center in San Diego, California. Alex works with low to moderate income and diverse founders helping them to build and scale businesses with honesty as the cornerstone of their ventures and leadership. He specializes in connecting startup founders with the resources needed to ensure their business ideas, confidence, and investments lead...
2021-05-1132 minInner Monster PodcastUath Mac Imoman - Honor in the Modern Age and What to Do About It - EP 33I'm on the scene of a huge car crash, when something unexpected pops out of one of the cars...
Today I'll introduce you to Uath Mac Imoman, a side-character in Irish mythology that has a very special power that a very well-known Arthurian story you may have read in English class was based upon. I talk about honor, what it looks like today, and why we should strive to have it. I also raise the question around whether or not others have it and when we should be honorable and when we might want to bounce.
2021-05-1018 minIn TrustHow Vulnerability and Play Build High Trust and High Performing Teams - Host Conversation - EP 35What is the relationship between vulnerability, play, and trust? What happens to team dynamics and performance when play is embraced as part of work instead of a bonus or afterthought?
It’s been a while since we’ve recorded a host conversation, so it’s just us - Spotlight Trust Co-CEOs Rick Kitagawa and Lisa Lambert - playing around this week. In this episode, we share insights into how norms are shifting when it comes to how people show up at work and what it means to be vulnerable and authentic as leaders. We also get into some o...
2021-05-0443 minInner Monster PodcastRatatoskr - Dealing with Trolls and Provocations - EP 32I'm just trying to get home to eat my pizza when a garden-variety creature turns out not-so-garden-variety..
Big thanks to Greg Knox for the suggestion of doing an episode of Ratatoskr, the unicorn-like squirrel messenger hailing from Norse mythology. This week's episode dives into this smack-talking rodent, which leads me to discuss how to deal with online trolls and general things that provoke you. I share my own history with angry verbal sparring matches online, and share the practical steps I've taken to get better at taking control over not only if I engage but how I...
2021-05-0318 minIn TrustIndigenous Inclusion and the Engagement Gap - Interview with Kelly Lendsay - EP 34What’s the relationship between inclusion, engagement, innovation, and trust? How can increasing Indigenous engagement in the economy create better opportunities and prosperity for all?
We had the pleasure of exploring questions like these and many more with Kelly Lendsay, President and CEO of Indigenous Works. Kelly is an entrepreneur who is internationally recognized as one of Canada’s foremost innovators and organizational development experts in workplace inclusion systems, models, and corporate/indigenous partnerships. Kelly is a proud Canadian Indigenous leader of Cree and Métis ancestry, who moves seamlessly between both worlds fostering economic inclusion, well-being and p...
2021-04-2736 minInner Monster PodcastHidebehind - Finding Happiness In The Process - EP 31Gather round the campfire, as I've got a story to tell that, cross my heart, is 100% true, and I barely lived to tell the tale...
In this episode, I look at the fearsome critter known as the Hidebehind, which, no surprise here, hides behind things. I dive into the origins and the larger collection of fearsome critters and the magic of storytelling as a transition into the topic of today - finding happiness in the process. I share my mindset around being an elite Skee-Ball competitor and how I stay positive even in the face of defeat...
2021-04-2614 minIn Trust4 Leadership Postures Crucial to the Long-term Success of a Nonprofit - Interview with Michele Reiner - EP 33How can stories support actionable change in the nonprofit sector? Why is the relationship between a nonprofit executive director and their board chair so crucial to long-term success and stability and what are practical ways to strengthen this relationship?
These are questions at the heart of the work of Michele Reiner, a nonprofit professional with 25 years of experience in the industry and the founder of Storied Awareness. Through Storied Awareness, Michele creates spaces for nonprofit leaders to be seen, heard, and understood so they can more effectively serve their constituents and communities.
We had the...
2021-04-2030 minInner Monster PodcastNuckelavee - Boundaries As A Gift - EP 30Someone killed my dog, and I've got a rifle and anger to deal with it. Then, I find who's to blame, and things get ugly..
In this episode, I dive into the Scottish mythology of the Nuckelavee, a terrifying horse-human hybrid from your nightmares. We'll look at this frightful spirit as well as its weakness, which brings me to the topic of boundaries. I'll share how my lack of boundaries has hampered my life, and why boundaries can be such gifts - even when you're telling people no. We'll look at the importance of boundaries in our...
2021-04-1916 minIn TrustArchitecting Magic and Trust - Interview with Mark Stuart - EP 32What’s the connection between leadership, trust, and magic? What happens when we, as leaders, create more space for magic?
Who better to discuss these questions with than the Architect of Magic himself, Mark Stuart? So that’s just what we did!
Mark is the Founder and Executive Artistic Director of Mark Stuart Dance Theatre. Mark’s award-winning choreography and performances have been featured on Broadway, in films, commercials, and in print. He served as the Associate Choreographer of BANDSTAND on Broadway (recognized with the TONY Award for Best Choreography) and he created, directed, and choreo...
2021-04-1344 minInner Monster PodcastManananggal - Why We Need to Stop Separating Ourselves - EP 29I'm wasted after my bachelor party, and my friend is filling up with gas when I hear something in the tree line..
I don't know why I'm drunk again in this episode's story, but today I explore a monster from the Philippines, the manananggal. It's another take on belonging, but more so how by separating ourselves into compartments, we're actively attacking spaces of belonging. I dive into what it means to code-switch, when it might be necessary, and how we can create a world where everyone can be their whole selves.
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2021-04-1214 minIn TrustHow Intentional Transparency Builds Trust - Interview with Gabriel Maldonado - EP 31What’s the difference between being transparent and being intentionally transparent? How can you go about cultivating a culture of intentional transparency with all your stakeholders when transparency is extremely uncomfortable (at first)? Why is this effort worthwhile when it comes to building trust and resilience while reducing red tape and boosting innovation and creativity?
Your hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa dove into these questions and more with Gabriel Maldonado (who might be familiar if you watched or listened to the two-part series on Understanding and Addressing Medical Mistrust).
Gabriel is the Founder and CE...
2021-04-0647 minInner Monster PodcastMinotaur - How Exclusion Can Be A Force of Good - EP 28It's late, I'm drunk, and I'm lost in Greece when I stumble upon a stranger who looks a bit off..
This episode I explore the minotaur, the half-man, half-bull creature from Greek mythology fame. Not only do I dive into the myth and potential origins for this creature, but I use it to frame the theme of exclusion. I differentiate between bad exclusion and potentially good exclusion, and how clarifying who and how you're excluding people can be beneficial as a company or brand.
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2021-04-0516 minIn TrustBreaking the Code of Belonging - Interview with Rebecca Channer - EP 30How do you move beyond the idea of belonging to take meaningful action that builds and repairs cultures and communities in a way that actually roots them in belonging? How do we build a future for young people that fits them versus asking them to fit the future?
These questions merely scratch the surface of a conversation hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa recently had with their friend and colleague Rebecca Channer. Rebecca is the Founder and Team Lead at CodeBreakers, a vibrant online space for young people (ages 13-23) who have been historically underrepresented and/or...
2021-03-3039 minInner Monster PodcastOni - Empathy For Those We Dislike - EP 27I'm out hiking in the forests of Japan, when I come across a BBQ that I don't want to be a part of..
This episode I take a peek at the stock villain from Japanese mythology, the oni. I think oni are generally misunderstood, which brings me to the topic of the day, which is empathy, especially for those who you might disagree with. I differentiate between empathy and sympathy, and talk about why empathy is so hot in the personal development sphere these days, and how powerful it can be.
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2021-03-2914 minIn TrustCreating the Context for Possibility - Interview with Paul Jun - EP 29How do you build a meaningful brand that’s relevant and resonates with your customers when you’re swimming in an ocean of content? How can you leverage storytelling and community to build the trust needed to design the future with your team and your customers?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa get the answers to these questions and more in this conversation with Paul Jun, an award-winning hybrid writer, strategist, photographer, author and community builder based in Brooklyn, NY.
Paul works with mission-driven leaders and brands that believe in storytelling and design to build commu...
2021-03-231h 02Inner Monster PodcastChupacabra - Dealing with Uncertainty - EP 26Exhausted from the concert, I drive my friends home on a deserted highway late at night when something appears in my headlights...
This episode I share a true story about my run in with something mysterious, and we dive into the realm of uncertainty. I share some background on why uncertainty scares us, as well as new ways we can think about uncertainty, decision making, and running experiments.
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2021-03-2216 minIn TrustThe Life-Changing Power of Hope, Choices, Trust, and Baby Steps - Interview with John Jackson - EP 28How might your life be different if you made different choices? If you were given an opportunity to change and the support to do so? If you were given a second chance?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore the answers to these questions and more in this conversation with John Jackson, Director of Correctional Partnerships and curriculum designer at Hustle 2.0, and organization that provides highly effective educational programming that equips incarcerated people with the tools to transform their lives, find healing, and reduce recidivism to 8% of its graduates.
We had the pleasure of connecting...
2021-03-1633 minInner Monster PodcastBogeys - Facing Your Fear - EP 25Exhausted, I crawl into bed, but find a sinister surprise waiting for me in my closet..
This week we take a look at the long line of bogeys - the creatures that inhabit scary stories told to children to scare them into good behavior. I share some of my favorites and then dive into the very essence of why these stories are so pervasive - fear. I then talk about the evolution of fear, how it plays out in our day-to-day lives, and explore one of my greatest fears and how I got over it, and what...
2021-03-1516 minIn TrustConfronting Stigma and Shame Through Trust and Storytelling - Interview with Alex Liu and Leo Neri - EP 27 What is it like to make a documentary about a stigmatized subject? How do you trust in yourself when a project stretches on for years?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore the answers to these questions and more in this conversation with Alex Liu and Leo Neri, co-founders of Herra Productions, and the director/co-writer and co-writer/producer for the documentary feature A Sexplanation.
In our conversation, we discuss the power of listening and teamwork, the nature of shame, how they stayed focused over six years, storytelling and humor, and how to have conversations wi...
2021-03-0940 minInner Monster PodcastInt'l Women's Day Special Episode - Special 01 - EP 24It's time for a different type of horror story - one that's real...
In this week's episode, in celebration of International Women's Day, I'm encouraging you to go listen to podcasts or other media by women creators. Dudes, if that's too much of a lift for you, you're going to have a BLAST with my rant if you stick around. Seriously, go support women and donate to great causes linked below!
Your standard Inner Monster Podcast will return next week.
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2021-03-0808 minIn TrustNavigation Through Collaboration - Interview with Steve Frost - EP 26What does it look like to navigate without a map? How do you lead in the face of ambiguity?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore the answers to these questions and more in this conversation with Steve Frost, an artist, author, consultant, community organizer, and executive director of the Tasai Foundation.
In our conversation, we discuss the true nature of collaboration and what's needed for it to succeed, unlearning structures of power, sitting with ambiguity and uncertainty, and the future of leadership and creativity.
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Tasai Foundation
Whitebox Creative Consulting
2021-03-0244 minInner Monster PodcastArachne - Enrolling Others In Your Ideas - EP 23I find some weird, creepy spiders in my basement, and I realize that those are the least of my problems...
In this week's episode, we'll look at the ancient Roman myth of Arachne, the first spider ever. After we go into the actual myth of Arachne, I'll dive into the idea of enrollment - getting others onboard with your ideas. With practical advice on how to get better at changing the minds of others, I'll also introduce something I call identity assets, which are key to understand when negotiating or selling or generally interacting with people.
2021-03-0115 minIn TrustHow to Find Your First Ten Customers - Interview with Conor McCarthy - EP 25How do you build trust when you’re inexperienced and unknown? How do you find your first ten customers in any new venture?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore the answers to these questions and more in this conversation with Conor McCarthy, a business coach and consultant, host of The First 10 Podcast, and a software engineer who organized the world-record-breaking Street Performermance World Championship.
In our conversation, we explore how Conor built one of the largest free family festivals in Ireland with no experience or credibility in the space. Conor also shares practical advice for...
2021-02-2338 minInner Monster PodcastCherufe - Building an Environment for Change - EP 22I'm awaken by the eruption of a volcano, which is even worse than it initially sounds..
In this week's episode, we'll venture into the myths and legends of Peru, where we'll look at the giant volcanic creature known as the cherufe. I talk human sacrifices, how hot magma is, and also why I hate summer as a season. This brings me to talking about how much our environment impacts us, and I offer up not only why thinking about our environment is so important, but some processes to start changing challenging environments into supportive ones.
2021-02-2216 minIn TrustHow To Make Trusted Decisions - Interview with Jade Waterman - EP 24How do you make strategic decisions when the outcome is unknown? How can you build space into an already hectic life?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa get the answers to these questions and more in this conversation with Jade Waterman, a serial entrepreneur, business coach, marketer, and strategic consultant.
In our conversation, we explore how Jade has built the trust in herself to build two companies and make decisions based on love, not fear, in the ever-demanding world of business. We discuss leadership, decision-making, and sustainability in this conversation with Jade. She also shares...
2021-02-1627 minInner Monster PodcastSamebito - The Danger of Assumptions - EP 21I'm on a yacht excursion this time (I guess I'm into boating or something) when I'm confronted by a new passenger..
In this week's episode I'll share the Japanese mythological tale around the samebito - aka sharkman, and we'll explore why it's human nature to judge things based on their appearances. I also take a jab at paying for marriage via bride price (I mistakenly refer to it as a dowry), talk about my own prejudices and shortcomings, and offer a simple first step in trying to eliminate our biases and assumptions.
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2021-02-1519 minIn TrustHow to Thrive in Challenges - Interview with Dr. Cecilia Flori - EP 23How does one thrive in adverse, difficult conditions? How can we reframe challenges as opportunities?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore these questions with Dr. Cecilia Flori, an elite ultra-runner, theoretical physicist, neuroscientist, running coach, and university lecturer.
Cecilia, who already has a PhD in quantum physics, is working towards another one in neuroscience, all while she puts in the consistent training to win ultra-long races and prepare to represent her home country of Italy in the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships at the end of 2021.
In our conversation, we explore h...
2021-02-0927 minInner Monster PodcastSirens - Taking More Ownership in Life - EP 20I'm on a boat excursion, when suddenly, I hear some strange singing that's strangely irresistible..
In this week's episode we'll look at the classic creatures known as sirens, who enchant men with mind-controlling songs. I learn something new about them that I'll share with you, and then I'll dive into a simple way that we often dodge ownership, and the simple fix to take more control over our own lives.
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2021-02-0816 minIn TrustBuilding Trusted Small Businesses - Interview with Ramon Ray - EP 22What is the worst scenario for starting a business of your own? How can you re-frame crises as opportunities?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa get the answers to these questions and many more in this energetic conversation with Ramon Ray, best-selling author, speaker, and serial entrepreneur.
In the United States, small businesses account for 99.7% of all businesses. Ramon's current company, Smarthustle.com is on the mission to inspire and educate a million small business owners by 2025, and from what we've seen, we have no doubt he'll achieve it.
In our conversation, we e...
2021-02-0232 minInner Monster PodcastBackahasten - Building Up Ourselves With Honesty - EP 19As I float down the river, an unexpected encounter gets violent and bloody...
In this week's episode we'll take a trip north up to the mythological stories of Sweden for the backahasten, a creepster of a transforming water horse. After we dive into its origin (pun intended), I'll explore what it means to be honest - not only with others but with ourselves, and how feeling like we're enough is central to living a more honest life.
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2021-02-0116 minIn TrustReimagining Education and Leadership - Interview with Marie Schacht - EP 21How do you tackle challenging traditional modes of education and building new options that emphasize learning, connection, and community? How do you transition from leading a project to leading at scale?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore the answers to these questions and many more in this conversation with Marie Schacht, teacher, designer, community builder, and Chief Learning Officer at Akimbo which has transformed the lives of 21,000+ people in more than 70 countries around the world.
We dive into the reimagination of education and what it could be, how Marie sees the interplay between trust a...
2021-01-2646 minInner Monster PodcastKumiho - Creating Change In Yourself - EP 18A beautiful woman decides to go home with me, but all is not what it seems...
In this week's episode we'll go on a pan-Asian journey, looking at the tale of the nine-tailed fox myth and how it differs in China, Japan, and Korea. We'll focus on the Korean kumiho, and I'll veer quickly into K-drama territory before diving into the topic of how to create change in oneself. I'll go into some practical advice on making change and share a personal story about habit creation.
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2021-01-2520 minIn TrustThe Practical Path Forward Towards a Healthcare System that Deserves Our Trust - Cecilia Hardacker, Gabriel Maldonado, Jim Pickett, Ace Robinson - EP 20The time to remedy the failures of public health, our healthcare system, the research enterprise, and health policy-making is long overdue.
Research shows implicit bias impacts providers’ interactions with patients and has negative effects on the health of people of color. Centering the lived experiences of Black, Indigenous, Latino/a/x and other people of color, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ people is necessary as we course correct toward building and repairing relationships, fostering trust, and being trustworthy.
This follow-up conversation to last week's episode explores the multifaceted approaches needed to remedy, and actions from small to big...
2021-01-191h 28Inner Monster PodcastThe Monk Fish - Finding Belonging In Oneself - EP 17I'm a bit early to a class fieldtrip to the tide pools, when I see a man being hit by waves. At least, I think it's a man...
In this week's episode I'll introduce you to both the monk fish and the bishop fish, two mythical creatures with interesting, religious-affiliated heads. After we go through the mythology, I talk about bad haircuts as a kid, feeling like an outcast, and how most of us go about finding belonging in all the wrong ways.
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2021-01-1818 minIn TrustMedical Mistrust: From Past to Present - Shawn Demmons, Dr. Oni Blackstock, Dr. Cynthia A. Gomez - EP 19Do you trust the healthcare system to provide YOU with the highest quality of care when you’re in need?
This is a crucial question as medical mistrust is associated with negative health outcomes.
COVID-19 has illuminated the deep inequities in healthcare access and health outcomes by race, gender, socio-economic status, and place. The medical mistrust experienced by many people of color, particularly among Black and Latino/a/x communities, creates enormous barriers.
The time to remedy the failures of public health, our healthcare system, the research enterprise, and health policy-making is long ov...
2021-01-121h 24Inner Monster PodcastWerewolves - The Myth of Silver Bullet Solutions - EP 16On my super popular stream, I'm going to prove that werewolves are completely fictional - unless something goes horribly wrong..
After last week's episode on vampires, we're sticking with popular monsters and diving into werewolves! I dive into some of the earliest accounts of werewolves and lycanthropy, and then explore the most popularized weakness - silver bullets. As the topic of the show, I run some numbers on solving huge problems like homelessness, and offer some new ways of looking at the solutions to these gigantic problems society faces.
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2021-01-1118 minIn TrustBringing Forward Trusted Insights for 2021 - Recap of 2020 - EP 18Today we’ve got a special episode of In Trust for you where we’re sharing some clips from our 2020 interviews where our guests offered insights we want to be sure to bring forward with us into 2021.
We’d love to hear from you - what were some of your favorite insights from the podcast this year? Leave us a voice message over here as we want to hear from you, our trusted audience.
Listen and enjoy this recap where are thoughtful guests offer leadership lessons that can help propel us forward in this new year.
2021-01-0530 minInner Monster PodcastVampires - Procrastination and Focus - EP 15I'm being followed by someone in a carnival funhouse, and the maze of mirrors is the worst possible place to be in..
Happy 2021! For the first episode of the year, I tackle a mainstay in the horror genre: vampires! After diving into some vampire mythology, I talk about a lesser known trait that acts as a parallel to talk about procrastination, focus, and how they can work together for a great life. As per usual, there's lots of nuance, personal stories, and this time even rap lyrics.
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2021-01-0416 minIn TrustTurning Dreams Into Reality - Interview with Massimiliano Freddi - EP 17How do you find the trust needed to turn your dreams into reality, especially when they're as ambitious as building your own adventure park? What does it take to design experiences people truly love?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa explore the answers to these questions and many more in this extended conversation with Massimiliano Freddi (who we like to call Max), a design professor, entrepreneur, coach, consultant, and CEO of Wonderwood, a family adventure park in the picturesque Lake Maggiore region of Italy.
We talk about a wide-range of topics including Max's deep care fo...
2020-12-2954 minIn TrustPutting People and Relationships First - Interview with Brian DeSimone - EP 16How do you build trust with someone within the first few minutes of meeting them?
What does working as a photographer, a bartender, and an entrepreneur have in common?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa get the answers to these questions and many more in this deeply personal conversation with Oakland, California-based, award-winning photographer and brand designer Brian DeSimone. Brian is all about putting people and relationships first, and drops a masterclass in building relationships. You don’t want to miss out on this powerful, inspiring conversation whether you work on the front lines or in...
2020-12-2234 minInner Monster PodcastKrampus - Being Generous To Oneself - EP 14I take a peek at Santa, but it turns out that I was being visited by something else that's much scarier..
This last episode of 2020 is all about everyone's favorite yuletide demon, Krampus. It also features my first attempt at voice acting a little boy, which probably has entertainment value well worth the price of admission. Regardless, after a brief intro on Krampus, I dive right into generosity and focus on practical ways that we can be more generous with ourselves.
Happy holidays everyone, and stay safe out there. I'll be back with more...
2020-12-2115 minIn TrustLeadership, Collaboration, and Trusting in Yourself - Interview with Mike Lyndon - EP 15How do you build trust in yourself in hyper-competitive industries that rely on subjective assessments? How can you build collaboration in this same environment? How do you trust yourself to succeed?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa speak with visual effects supervisor Mike Lyndon. He's also a problem-solver, storyteller, artist, Visual FX superstar, and reimagineer of education. Mike offers a ton of mic-drop moments in this interview.
While this is a must-listen to any creative looking to make a living off their craft, Mike's advice applies to pretty much anyone seeking to ma...
2020-12-1527 minInner Monster PodcastKappa - Rethinking the quest for perfection - EP 13While conducting some biological surveys in the Japanese wetlands, I find myself face-to-face with an unknown creature...
Today's episode is all about one of my favorite Japanese mythological creatures, the Kappa. We start with my own personal introduction to the creature via comic books, and then we dive into the nature of imperfect situations. I then offer a few different ways to improve your creative problem solving skills for those times when things don't go as planned, and offer a new way of looking at these unideal situations.
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2020-12-1416 minIn TrustTrusted Parenting During Pandemics - Interview with Dr. Robert Zeitlin - EP 14It's tough being a parent in a pandemic, let alone three different ones. How do you manage your kids while you're managing your job? How do employees, regardless of parenting status, deal with outdated management philosophies in this new world of work?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa speak with positive psychologist Dr. Robert Zeitlin. For the last 20 years, he’s been helping parents raise kick-ass kids. In fact - he wrote the book on it - Laugh More, Yell Less: A Guide to Raising Kick-Ass Kids. He’s also the author of But I’m Not...
2020-12-0830 minInner Monster PodcastPeluda - Re-framing Rejection As a Positive - EP 12After buying a new home(!) in France, I find myself in the rampaging path of a large, greenish creature..
In this week's episode, we dive into the story of the French creature known as the Peluda, both it's history as well as its slaying. From there, we look into my painfully-sad love life from middle school (oh the emo-ness!), and then dive into the theme of the week that would be obvious to anyone who knew me in 7th grade: rejection!
From there, I offer up some new ways of looking at rejection...
2020-12-0716 minIn TrustBuilding Big Ideas Through Trust - Interview with Rebecca Kirstein Resch - EP 13How can we break out of the mold if we're not exposed to any other ways of being? How do we become the best versions of ourselves and bring big ideas to life?
We’re excited to bring you this episode's conversation with all-around super connector Rebecca Kirstein Resch - CEO and founder of Inqli. She’s on a mission to make new ideas and technology work in the service of and for people and is a trailblazer in the social impact space. Rebecca is an inspiring, purpose-driven leader, and we’re so happy to bring this conversat...
2020-12-0124 minInner Monster PodcastLa Llorona - Sunk Costs and Quitting - EP 11When my truck breaks down on the way home, a dangerous encounter with a woman in white puts my sons lives in jeopardy...
For this episode I wanted to celebrate one of my favorite ghost stories of all time, La Llorona, hailing from Latin America. After discussing the sociopolitical ramifications of this story, I dive into the idea of quitting something. We often see quitting as a negative thing, but I dive into sunk costs and how quitting things might actually be the best thing you can do sometimes.
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2020-11-3015 minIn TrustBetter Leaders, Better Communities - Interview with Danny Bauer - EP 12What does it mean to lead a community, and how does one do that effectively?
In this episode of In Trust, we’re super jazzed to bring you this conversation with Danny Bauer, Chief Ruckus Maker over at Better Leaders, Better Schools. This mastermind of educational masterminds makes Rick laugh more than in any other episode and brings authenticity, compassion, and wisdom to the crucial conversation about finding one’s tribe and building better communities.
Show Notes:
Dannybauer.world - Danny’s new project
Seth Godin - Stop Stealing Dreams, Purple Cow
Austin Kleon’s Steal L...
2020-11-2430 minInner Monster PodcastRage Zombies - How to Express Anger in a Healthy Way - EP 10I'm surrounded by hordes of the undead, my supplies are running low, and I make a terrible choice in this last recording..
In this episode, I veer off a bit from the mythology slant for a quick jaunt to talk about zombies..specifically the rage zombies from the film 28 Days Later. We'll move on to the origins of the fast zombie to my bad temper and wall-punching to the way to express anger in a healthy way that makes everyone's life better.
Mark your calendars for Inner Monster Mondays for new episodes every...
2020-11-2317 min
The First 10 Podcast#5 - Rick Kitagawa on curiosity, and avoiding assumptions in conversation with your customersSend us a textOn this episode of The First 10 Podcast, I talk to Rick Kitagawa, Founder of Kaiju Coaching, and Co-Founder of The Spotlight Trust.Key PointsBe curious about peopleIf you are solving a real problem for people, you don't need a websiteDon't make assumptions about your customersShow NotesRamit SethiBrene Brown (website)Daring Greatly - Brene Brown Dare To Lead - Brene BrownThe Charisma Myth - Olivia Fox CabaneContact Detailshttps://rickkitagawa.c...
2020-11-1731 minIn TrustDifference-Making Through Trust - Interview with Scott Perry - EP 11How do we make a difference in the world? How do we create a legacy?
In this episode of In Trust, we’re excited to bring you this conversation with Scott Perry, Chief Difference-Maker at Creative on Purpose and the author of the Amazon top-selling book Endeavor and the soon-to-be-released Onward (Pre-order today!). In this conversation we dive deep into practical ways to build trust with yourself, as well as why that trust is so necessary to make the difference in the world that you want to make.
Show Notes:
Scott's Website: https://www.cre...
2020-11-1733 minInner Monster PodcastCatoblepas - Changing Your Posture In Life - EP 09While traveling in Africa, my host's goats wake us up, and when we head outside, we find a deadly creature waiting for us..
In this episode, I'll explore the myth of the Catoblepas, a heavy-headed deadly creature in Greek naturalism. From there, I'll go into my experience fracturing my spine, taking the altMBA, and how those two experiences changed both my physical posture, but also the posture that I take in life. I'll also talk a bit about how you can change your posture without a trip to the hospital.
Mark your...
2020-11-1612 minIn TrustCreating a More Meaningfully Connected World - Interview with Kat Vellos - EP 10Why can it be so difficult to make new friends as an adult? How do we build connection with friends (old and new) in a time of social distancing?
In this episode of In Trust, we’re excited to bring you the fabulous work of Kat Vellos, a seasoned UX designer, connection coach, facilitator, community creator, illustrator, and speaker, and the author of “We Should Get Together: The Secret to Cultivating Better Friendships” and “Connected From Afar: A Guide for Staying Close When You're Far Away.” This conversation dives deep into building connection, so listen, learn, and enjoy!
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2020-11-1024 min
Inner Monster PodcastGolems - Using the Power of Language to Beat Impostor Syndrome - EP 08I'm about to head to bed, when someone - or something - decides to knock at my door, and doesn't stop..
In this episode, I'll share the history of the myth behind golems, and the power of words. We'll dive deep into how language affects our lives and others, and I make my argument about renaming "political correctness." I also share some practical advice for dealing with your impostor syndrome.
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2020-11-0914 minIn TrustBuilding Boundaries for a Better Future - Interview with Shannon Weber - EP 09How do you lead effectively through crisis and care for your people without burning out? How do you start building trust in yourself when you're exhausted and afraid?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa speak with Shannon Weber, a social entrepreneur, coach, facilitator, and author. Essential listening for any leader, especially those who care (sometimes too much), this conversation looks at boundaries, medical mistrust, and what it looks like to earn trust from those we seek to serve.
Enjoy!
Show notes:
Xoshannonweber.com - Shannon’s corner of the...
2020-11-0329 minInner Monster PodcastThe Lambton Worm - Being Wrong - EP 07A peaceful fishing trip on the docks soon gets crashed by a gigantic serpent, and all I've got is a pocket knife..
In this episode, I'll be telling the legend of the Lambton Worm (porcupines..kinda, curses, witches, and lots of milk! Wahoo!) and then we'll dive into what it means to be wrong, and how we can both have more forgiveness for ourselves and others when we dig our heels in. I'll end with some practical advice on living a life that's more authentic and free. PS - If you're in the US and...
2020-11-0219 minIn TrustBONUS HALLOWEEN EPISODE - Broken Expectations - EP 08.5We’ve got a special Halloween episode of In Trust… it's a little bit of trick, but mostly treat.
Broken expectations can cause all sorts of problems, whether you are a freestyle rapper, or a leader seeking to make change. In this host-led bonus episode, let Rick’s story about ‘House Mouse’ segue into what it means to break expectations, and how difficult it can be to build up trust when those expectations are broken.
Show Notes:
Rick’s creepy art
5 Facets of Trust
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2020-10-3109 minIn TrustThe Real Skills Needed for Success - Interview with Stacy Richards - EP 08What are the real skills central to success, especially as a young person looking to grow and thrive in a time of quarantine?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa speak with Stacy Richards, a recovering attorney, sales leader, mom of two college students, and coach for young people. Whether you consider yourself a young person or not, Stacy's wisdom and experience shine in our conversation as she details the power of mentors, putting action and execution over results, and the real skills that true leaders need if they want to be successful.
En...
2020-10-2723 min
Pod BuffetThe Inner Monster Podcast by Rick Kitagawa -The Kuchisake Onna - NarrativesIn this section of episode 5, we'll dive into some of the socio-political origins of this modern Japanese ghost, and explore what we can learn from her tale of vengeance and hatred. We'll talk about the narratives we tell ourselves, and the power that they have over ourselves, and look at this through the lens of me making a stupid mistake and what I've learned from it. Mark your calendars for Inner Monster Mondays for new episodes every week! LINK: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-03-kuchisake-onna- narratives/id1531791197?i=1000493618151 CONTRIBUTORS: Rick Kitagawa
2020-10-2606 min
Inner Monster PodcastHydra - Sustainability - EP 06While doing some contract labor, a seemingly unkillable serpent rears its ugly heads, much to my dismay...
In this episode, I'll bring you on an exploration into the history of the Lernaean Hydra from Greek mythology. We'll also dive into sustainability, why so many of us lean into unsustainability, and how focusing on long-term, process-based goals might be the key to living a long life.
Also! Trying out music with the entire podcast this time. PLEASE let me know what you think! <3
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2020-10-2616 minIn TrustReinventing Yourself by Building Self-Trust - Interview with Yunzhe Zhou - EP 07How do you go about building self-trust, especially if you're looking to try something completely new or even to switch careers?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa speak with Yunzhe Zhou, a creative and business coach who helps Asian Americans become the CEO of their lives. Anyone who is looking to make a shift in their life and build self trust can really gain a lot from Yunzhe's wisdom, and we talk about her unique take on side projects as well as turning failures into success and the three practical steps anyone looking to s...
2020-10-2026 minInner Monster PodcastSasquatch - Being Seen - EP 05Large, hairy feet? Check. Alone in the forest and encountering a giant creature who could rip you in half? Check.
In this episode, I'll bring you on a cross-continental exploration of large, hairy hominids, from Nepal to Washington state. We'll look at what it means to be seen and we'll touch on my own story of being bullied as a kid. Fun stuff! Don't worry, we'll end with some practical advice on how to build spaces of belonging where people can truly feel like they're accepted and even celebrated for who they...
2020-10-1913 minIn TrustFace it 'til you make it - In Trust host conversation - EP 06We've all heard of faking it until we make it, but in this episode we offer a new take: Face it until you make it.
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa dive into impostor syndrome and self-doubt, how facing your fears is always the fastest route to success, and offer some practical challenges to building up self-trust.
Show notes:
Amy Cuddy's TEDTalk on Power Posing
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2020-10-1310 minInner Monster PodcastThe Sphinx - Curiosity - EP 04When archaeologists go missing, and you hear the growl of a lion and the flap of giant wings, I hope you're really good at riddles...
In this episode, we'll look into the cross-cultural mythology behind the sphinx and the connection to a certain mother-loving king from high school English classes. We'll dive into how being curious can positively impact your life and a time-honored way to self-coach yourself to the root cause of your problems.
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2020-10-1212 minIn TrustLeading at the Frontiers of Science - Interview with Sean Lee - EP 05How do you lead when you're pressing forward into unknown territory?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa sit down with Sean Lee, Head of External Relations for TRIUMF, Canada's premier particle accelerator lab. Sean drops a masterclass on leading when you're pushing against the edges of innovation. We also touch on accountability, sustainability, parenthood, and how struggle is an important part of growing as a leader.
Show notes:
TRIUMF
TRIUMF on Instagram
TRIUMF on Facebook
TRIUMF on Twitter
Sean Lee on LinkedIn
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2020-10-0634 minInner Monster PodcastEP 03 - Kuchisake Onna - NarrativesI hope you never walk into a woman covering her mouth and holding a pair of giant scissors, as you probably won't like what happens next..
In this episode, we'll dive into some of the socio-political origins of this modern Japanese ghost, and explore what we can learn from her tale of vengeance and hatred. We'll talk about the narratives we tell ourselves, and the power that they have over ourselves, and look at this through the lens of me making a stupid mistake and what I've learned from it.
Mark your...
2020-10-0513 minIn TrustThe long and the short of collaboration - Interview with Jen Waldman and Peter Shepherd - EP 04How do you fast-track trust when collaborating?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa sit down with Jen Waldman and Peter Shepherd, leaders, coaches, creatives, and co-hosts of The Long and the Short of It podcast. In this episode you'll learn how the two of them began collaborating, videoconferencing as an equalizer, and advice from Barack Obama.
Show notes:
The Long and the Short of It podcast
Jen + Pete’s Big Ideas Lab
More about Jen Waldman
More about Peter Shepherd
The Long and The Short Of It Comm...
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2020-09-2800 minInner Monster PodcastEP 02 - Demonic Pacts - ValueDeals with the devil are all fun and games and lifetimes of wealth and power, but eventually he'll come to collect...
In this episode, we'll look into the origins behind making deals with the demonic forces, from the oldest to the most famous. And of course I'm going to work the film Crossroads in there as well.
I'll also take you through a quick fun little experiment to get you thinking about value, how it impacts our success, the forms value take, and ways to think about how others perceive the value that...
2020-09-2815 minInner Monster PodcastEP 01 - Doppelgangers - Impostor SyndromeWhat happens when you run into a copy of yourself?
Doppelgangers are creatures who can take on the form of another. In the first episode of the Inner Monster Podcast, we'll dive into the mythology of doppelgangers including their literary Germanic origins in the 18th century. I then explore the analogues of impostor syndrome to the doppelganger, and offers some ways of rethinking about our relationship to impostor syndrome that might turn these inner monsters from foes to friends.
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2020-09-2810 minIn TrustWhere do you give your attention? - In Trust host conversation - EP 03Attention is really deciding where you focus is. Do you give in to the shiny distractions? If so, what message does that send to others?
Hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa dive into attention, distraction, and practical ways to make sure that distractions aren't breaking trust.
Show notes:
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Running Man - Korean variety TV show
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2020-09-2208 minIn TrustBuilding amazing products through trust - In Trust Interview with Ryan Flahive - EP 02How do you build great, remarkable products that resonate with your customers?
In this episode, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa sit down with Ryan Flahive, a dad, entrepreneur, podcaster, learning technology & publishing executive with deep experience in higher education, workforce development, and social impact.
Show notes:
Ryan's podcast: Climate Changers Podcast
Ryan's solution for carnivorous environmentalists: Cowtipping.co
Ryan's main gig: SimTutor
Connect with Ryan: Ryan's LinkedIn profile
Ryan's personal website: RyanFlahive.com
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2020-09-2225 minIn TrustChecking in or checking up? - In Trust host conversation - EP 01Are you checking in on people, or are you checking up on people?
In the first episode of In Trust, hosts Lisa Lambert and Rick Kitagawa of Spotlight Trust dive into the difference between the two, and offer practical ways of connecting with your team.
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2020-09-2208 minInner Monster PodcastInner Monster Podcast - Trailer 1A quick overview of what's in store for the Inner Monster Podcast, as well as the launch date (psst - It's 9/28/2020)
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2020-09-1701 minInner Monster PodcastInner Monster Podcast - Trailer 00Learn what the Inner Monster Podcast will be all about, and save the date for it's launch on Sept. 28, 2020.
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