Expect Chaos

Here are the finalized show notes: Radical Responsibility with Julie Cyvonne | Ep. 10 Julie Cyvonne has a resume that looks like a highlight reel from the outside: three-year college grad, full ride to law school, barred in multiple states. And she was quietly falling apart. What followed wasn't a clean narrative arc. It was years of sitting with something she was too afraid to name, and a moment...

Who's Writing Your Story? Molly Magarik & Matt Krayton  ·  Expect Chaos, Ep. 9 There's a belief most leaders carry (quietly, usually without examining it) that good work speaks for itself. If only. In this episode, Molly and Matt dig into something they both wrestle with personally and see constantly in their clients and conversations with friends and peers: the gap between the story you think you...

Much has changed since we worked on our first campaigns, particularly in how voters are consuming the media and messages campaigns are putting out. It is this shifting landscape that remains the driver of various “autopsies” that are conducted now after seemingly every election cycle. “Here’s what worked, “here’s what didn’t,” and all of the attendant finger pointing. Our working theory, however,...

We’re back after a short break, because life…We did warn you with the title, and apparently that also extends to our show schedule. But we digress… Today we have a solo episode that wrestles with what happens when your professional identity is build around being “the strong one,” “the reliable one,” the one who no one ever has to worry about because you always figure it out. More and more we’re ha...

In this episode of Expect Chaos , we sit down with Congresswoman Sarah McBride, Delaware’s at-large representative, for a conversation that’s equal parts real talk and roadmap for making change when the world feels chaotic and change seems impossible. Sarah walks us through the moments that brought her into public service—finding hope in the story of progress, navigating grief, and choosing to ste...

In this episode we welcome Margaret Aitken, a seasoned communicator with a rich background in politics and writing. Margaret shares her insights on the power of words and how they can connect people, especially in the realm of politics where clarity and empathy are crucial. She reflects on her journey from childhood to becoming a press secretary for then Senator Joe Biden, emphasizing the importan...

In this episode of the Expect Chaos podcast, hosts Molly and Matt explore the themes of simplicity and intention in navigating life’s challenges. They discuss the burdens of clutter, both physical and mental, and how complexity often complicates decision-making. Through personal anecdotes, they emphasize the importance of keeping things simple and focusing on what truly matters, whether in daily l...

Update: The audio was cut off in the previous version. Here is the full episode! This week's episode of Expect Chaos is out now! In this episode, hosts Molly and Matt explore the theme of meditation, discussing their personal journeys and the misconceptions surrounding the practice. They emphasize the importance of finding a meditation style that works for the individual, especially for those with...

In this episode of Expect Chaos, hosts Molly and Matt explore the concept of expectations and how they can impact our lives. They discuss the importance of flexibility in managing expectations, the challenges of navigating life's ups and downs, and the pressures that come with the holiday season. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they emphasize the need to hold expectations lightly and rema...

In the inaugural episode of M2 Chats, hosts Molly and Matt introduce their new venture, M2 Aspire, which focuses on leadership development and personal growth. They explore the concept of ‘magic’ in everyday life, emphasizing the importance of presence and finding joy in the small moments. The conversation weaves through personal anecdotes, the challenges of leadership, and the significance of emb...