Magical Learning Podcast

What makes a leader an 'intelligent leader'? How can we all become better at leading people and ourselves? In today's episode, looking at the question through the lens of Jahn Mattone's concept of 'The Intelligent Leader', our team breaks down good and bad leaders they have had in the past, how to become better, and why it's important to become an intelligent leader. All Magical Learning podcasts...

What does the most advanced chatbot on the cutting edge of AI technology think about Business Culture? What can we learn about a system that best understands efficiency? In today's solo episode, Jez sits down with this disruptive tool and sees what it thinks.  Links: https://chat.openai.com/auth/login Forbes Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/ariannajohnson/2022/12/07/heres-what-to-know-ab...

Fostering safety in the workplace is something that we don't always talk about, but after today's chat, I think you will.  Today we got the chance to talk to Marie-Claire Ross, author of the book " Trusted to Thrive: How leaders create connected and accountable teams". While we only cover one section of the book (Fostering Safety in the Workplace) you will see how much of a profound advantage...

What should you do in situations where you aren't sure of the next step? What makes someone a good person to turn to for advice? In today's podcast, the team talks to Louise McDonough and Helen Innes of Metis Coaching and Training; an organisation committed to exceptional public service – to make Australia a better place to work and live. They break down understanding wise counsel, how to be it fo...

Kindness doesn't just impact the person you are being kind to; its impact can ripple throughout many people. Maybe its someone who is watching it happen, maybe its someone in the future seeing the impact of that kindness. In today's episode, the team breaks down all the ways kindness has impacted them, and how they have seen amazing ripple effects of kindness throughout their life. Sorry about the...

How can we all be better at including Aboriginal people and customs into not only our workplaces, but our life? Why is it important? In today's amazing and emotional episode, the team chat with Dr. Connie Henson and Felicity Chapman about just that, and much more. Drawing on scientific and lived experience, the duo weave beautiful images about what Australia could look like with a better inclusion...

Have you found adjusting to the world after the Covid lockdowns harder than you expected? Is burning out become more common for you? In today's podcast, the team is lucky enough to be joined by Dr. Kirsten Peterson, who has worked for the olympic teams in both the USA and Australia in various capacities, but specifically as a sports psychologist. She shares her journey to becoming a sports psychol...

People talk a lot about time management... but what if you don't have the energy when you have allocated time to complete a task? Our guest today, Heather Hutchings, is an expert in understanding how to get the most out of your time by understanding your energy. When do you work best? What gives you the most energy? and how can you work with your body to get more done? You can find Heather Hutchin...

Why do we behave differently around some people? How much of your personality should you show at work? In today's episode, the team is back in a classic regular episode to tackle those questions and more. If you want to know how to be a bit more yourself, this is the podcast for you! ML Recommendation: https://www.acknowledgethis.com.au/ https://open.spotify.com/episode/74v4uzwF8eTUaKo22Wu1Ma?si=x...

What makes a great leader, and why should we all strive to be one? Even if you aren't in a position of power in your workplace, why should we try and become better leaders? In today's podcast, we are lucky enough to be joined by Dr. Mike Smith, CEO of John Mattone Global and Intelligent Leadership Coaching International. He also was a part of the U.S Air Force for 26 years and has a PhD in Industr...

What is it that makes someone a great supporter? How can you become one, not only to others, but to yourself? Today, the team is joined by Sherri Skeans, who has worked with and supported influential people like Robin Sharma and Eric Edmeades. She shines a light on how to look after people so that they can be their best when they need to, how look manage your own battery, and how to help others sh...

Many of us associate working hard with dissatisfaction, either in the work or in other parts of our life. In today's episode, we are luck enough to be joined by Dr Greg Wells; father and husband, Associate Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Toronto, Ted x and Titans Summit speaker, writer of 4 books and commentator for the Canadian Olympic Swimming team. He breaks down peak performance...

We have a lot of podcasts about things that you can apply to your work, your life, or your daily practice, but today we wanted to learn a bit more about the people on this podcast and what inspires them. This is a fun, funny and interesting look at what inspires the team on the ML podcast! ML Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com.au/Boy-Mole-Fox-Horse/dp/0062976583 All Magical Learning podcasts a...

R U OK day is a great reminder to all of us to check in on the people around us to make sure they are doing ok. However, we don't think it should be limited to just the one day, so in this episode the team breaks down how to be there for people every day of the year. They also talk about ways they have seen work, not work, and why they think it is important to check in. All Magical Learning podcas...

Here is part 2 of our conversation with the awesome Harry Koras. Today, we break down life, leadership and being a great human being with our dear friend and CEO of Life Worldwide Harry Koras. Harry has done it all; from founding to selling a security business, speaking at huge functions, to mentoring people from CEOs of multi-million dollar companies to blue collar hard workers, he has a great ri...

Another classic 2 part interview with a great guest! Today, we break down life, leadership and being a great human being with our dear friend and CEO of Life Worldwide Harry Koras. Harry has done it all; from founding to selling a security business, speaking at huge functions, to mentoring people from CEOs of multi-million dollar companies to blue collar hard workers, he has a great richness of ex...

Here is a quick bite podcast for you this week on collaboration. This week Kanika talks about the collaborative process behind her project More Than Melanin, and how you too can begin collaborative work without the headaches that sometimes come with it. All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past...

We all know we should be more kind, but how do we do it, and why? In today's epiosde, the team breaks down not only why we should do it, but how to do it more effectively, not only to others, but to yourself as well. ML Recommendation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZGY0wPAnus&ab_channel=TED All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations...

Flow states are a concept that get thrown around a bit. But what are they and how do we get into them? In today's episode, the team breaks down what they are, how to get into them, and what they do to get into them. They also have a bigger discussion about whether you can get into a flow state trying something new. ML Recommendation: Cinema Therapy - https://www.youtube.com/c/CinemaTherapySolution...

What is AQ and can you develop it? What makes someone more adaptable and less adaptable? AQ is a bit of a hot button topic, and today the team bring out their ideas on not only what it is, but how you can be better at it. The ML Recommendation: Adam Grant - Think Again https://adamgrant.net/book/think-again/ All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradj...

Part 2 of our great 2 part chat with Stu Saunders. In today's episode, the team chats with Stu Saunders; founder and owner of YLCC (Youth Leadership Camps Canada) which has been running for 30 years. He also runs the OSLC (Ontario Student Leadership Conference, which is the largest multi-day youth leadership conference in Canada. He has also been awarded the Canadian Leader of Distinction award, a...

Our first ever 2 part episode! And what a guest to do it with. In today's episode, the team chats with Stu Saunders; founder and owner of YLCC (Youth Leadership Camps Canada) which has been running for 30 years. He also runs the OSLC (Ontario Student Leadership Conference, which is the largest multi-day youth leadership conference in Canada. He has also been awarded the Canadian Leader of Distinct...

This episode was so good, I had to upload the video edition at the same time as the audio, so enjoy! All of Samantha's information can be found on the audio edition of the podcast!

What makes working environments poor for women, and how do we make them better? And what are the benefits for everyone if we do? In today's episode, our guest Samantha Jung-Fielding joins us to discuss these questions and many more. Samantha owns and runs Happinessence, and also has recently noticed a niche in the corporate world regarding making workspaces better for women. I hope you get as much...

Do you feel like you want to start again? Do you not know where to begin? In today's episode, the team breaks down what it means to start again, how to do it and how to test if it is even for you. We are joined by Danette's brother Eric Fenton, who works with Alaska Airlines for this chat. ML Recommendation: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?referrer=playlist-the_mos...