OD Learning Lab

Anthony and Kyle revisit the episodes recorded so far for The OD Learning Lab and reflect on the ideas, insights, and unexpected themes that have emerged. They discuss adult learning in practice, coaching and mentoring, imposter syndrome, translating theory, authenticity, and the connections between scholars and practitioners.

In this episode, Anthony and Kyle talk with Gretchen Bersch about the role of narrative in adult learning and the importance of preserving the voices of adult learning theorists through archival interviews. Gretchen reflects on the educational value of the Conversations on Lifelong Learning format, the connection between life experience and theory, and the evolution of adult education over time. T...

The podcast begins with an introduction to the hosts, Anthony and Kyle, and an exploration of the podcast’s format and platform. Anthony then interviews Kyle about his academic and professional background, followed by a conversation about his research, academic development, and professional learning experiences. Their discussion explores the importance of creating a safe vessel for dialogue, the i...

The conversation delves into the various forms of mentorship, the impact of power, privilege, and bias in mentoring relationships, and the importance of evaluation and feedback in mentoring. It provides insights into the dynamics of mentorship and the need for critical reflection and support in these relationships.

In this episode of OD Learning Lab , Dr. Kyle Znamenak and Dr. Anthony Adkisson sit down with Catherine Hansman to discuss mentoring in adult learning and organizational contexts. Together, they explore how mentoring shows up across relationships and settings—moving beyond traditional one-to-one models to include informal, formal, peer, and virtual approaches. The conversation highlights the growi...

In this episode of the OD Learning Lab Podcast, Dr Anthony Adkisson, a consulting professional with over 25 years of experience, breaks down the concept of technical assistance (TA) and explains how it differs from traditional consulting or training. Anthony shares how TA is a hands-on, long-term process that walks alongside organizations, using human-centered design to assess needs, build leaders...

In this episode of the OD Learning Lab, Dr. Kyle Znamenak sits down with Holly, an experienced coach and coach trainer within a major hospital system. Holly shares her journey as both a practitioner and educator of coaching, offering insights into the importance of lifelong learning and the continual honing of one’s skills as a coach . Whether you’re a new coach or a seasoned professional, you’ll...