Seth Said What? Podcast

In this episode, Holly and Daniel catch up after a short hiatus and introduce a guest on today’s podcast - David Whiting, VP at GenerosityOS and Senior Consultant at LeadingSmart . They dive into Seth Godin’s impactful blog post ‘ 900,000 vs 9 ’, which highlights the importance of making people feel seen and understood over having expertise. David shares his perspectives from over 25 years in mini...

In this episode, we discuss today’s article from Seth called ‘ On Making It Worse ,’ which challenges us to consider how someone with more skill and dedication could improve the current work we’re doing. We talk about personal experiences of job transitions and the importance of taking bold actions and making improvements despite fear. That got Holly on her soapbox of cultivating healthy workplace...

Daniel wasn’t able to make it today, so you’ve got me, Holly! I tried calling a couple folks who were all tied up, so I thought I’d talk to the camera myself today. Today’s article from Seth invites us to spend our time and energy on inventing the future rather than worrying about the now. What does inventing the future look like for you? P.S. It cut me off at the end because I accidentally hit my...

In this episode, Daniel starts off by asking Holly to describe a hilarious video of a kangaroo startled by a Halloween motion sensor ghost decoration….you just gotta watch it for yourself. Did you think this was as funny as Daniel thought it was??? We then get back to the regularly scheduled program of reflecting on today’s blog article from Seth on tasks vs outcomes. We talked quite a bit about p...

Happy Tuesday that feels like a Monday (at least to Holly)! Today we’re diving into Seth Godin’s thoughts on strategy that makes us question everything. Today, we’re riffing on Seth’s quintessential questions: ‘Who’s it for, and what’s it for?’ as we explore the overwhelming potential of doing too much. Success is as much about what you don’t do. 00:00 Morning Greetings and Monday Confusion 00:23...

Holly and Daniel kicked off today’s episode by mentioning that Daniel is selling his house in Chattanooga ( check it out and share it here !). The Fermi Paradox and Social Media The conversation took a philosophical turn as Holly introduced “Fermi’s Law,” inspired by Seth Godin’s blog post today . Daniel pondered the broader implications of social media on society. They discussed the echo chambers...

Hey folks! In today’s episode, we had an adorable cameo from Scraps, Holly’s 14-year-old dog, and dive into a hilarious morning revolving around stuffed animal puppets and Holly’s toddler, Iris. We then shift gears to discuss Seths’ blog, ‘ Significant Digits ,’ exploring why extra details, like an oral thermometer reading 98.6 vs. 98, might be unnecessary (except Holly disagrees and says it is VE...

The spark Seth’s short post, “ The Other Backpacks ,” paints a vivid picture: Every hiker is intimately aware of their own backpack—how it fits, what’s inside, what’s heavy, what’s rubbing them raw. But they probably couldn’t tell you much about anyone else’s backpack, except that everyone has one. That’s the first step toward empathy: realizing that everyone else has a backpack, and it’s differen...

Per usual, we learned a new word from Seth’s article today - stepwise! Today we talk about making it ‘big’ requires respecting the stepwise process We break down why skipping steps rarely works and why building something great is all about creating the right conditions. From sharing relatable client stories to distinguishing good, bad, and great ideas, this episode is a gold mine for anyone on the...

Happy Monday, everyone! Today, we dive into a mixed bag of topics. Daniel raved about the latest ‘Tron’ movie before we dove into today’s blog article from Seth on AI . Seth gives us two tips but Daniel expands it into three to tune in for that. In today’s fast-paced digital world, the ability to utilize AI effectively has become crucial for personal and professional growth. Here are the tips Seth...

Happy Friday! Seth inspires us today to think about the power of cohorts, community, and the power of bringing people together to build something bigger than ourselves - like our Seth Said What? tribe! Holly shares her passion for facilitating groups and her initiative to connect female nonprofit leaders, while Daniel discusses his feelings of FOMO from a recent hackathon. We explore how the inter...

The main topic today: bucket sizing and how it relates to happiness inspired by Seth’s blog today called Bucket Sized . We discussed how we were fortunate enough to literally experience what it’s like to have a smaller plate by serving overseas when we were younger to realize how much we have here in the U.S. Those international experiences helped us put life in perspective as young kids. Holly sh...

The Spark Seth’s post, “Unsolvable, ” makes a sharp distinction: A situation without a solution isn’t a problem, it’s a circumstance to live with. But most problems do have solutions. We just don’t like them because they’re hard, risky, or costly. Calling them “unsolvable” is tempting, but worse is pretending the problem doesn’t matter. In other words: stop hand‑waving. If it matters, get honest a...

In this episode, we welcome Holly back, reflect on her recent family trip to Chicago where she was living her “urban mom dreams.” Today’s episode is inspired by Saturday’s post from Seth on “ The Questions Before the Questions ,” where he challenges us to reflect before making important life choices. Through personal anecdotes and examples, we explore the importance of considering multiple paths b...

The spark Seth’s short post today: “Two Kinds of Confrontations.” When we win by having someone else lose, we set up a conflict. It’s clear, direct, but not generative. But when we win by confronting our fear, everyone benefits. Often people who choose to battle others are actually better off looking at their fear instead.” He’s contrasting external conflict (I beat you) with internal courage (I f...

The spark Seth’s tiny post today is a Godin Cookie : “Our biggest commitments, the things we are most dedicated to, rarely pay us back in equal measure. That might be the point.” Short, sharp, and it pulls you into a bigger question: what are you giving yourself to that won’t ever be “even”—and why is that good? — Today’s guest: Jay Kranda Jay Kranda is the Innovative Tech Pastor at Saddleback Chu...

Hey everyone! It’s Hump Day, and we’re diving into the perils of convenience in our latest episode, inspired by today’s blog by Seth . Today, we recalibrate the cost of convenience, from AI’s impact on work to personal debates about Uber rides and dinner routines post-COVID. It’s all about what we give up for the sake of ease: our health, our humanity, our connections. We even tackle the tension b...

The spark In today’s blog, Seth says bosses can force people to obey. But great leaders explain the why and build trust. That helps everyone work toward the same goal. Buckle Up! (Holly-on-the-Go Road‑Trip Edition!) We met Holly’s friend, Mary Kathryn (MK) , on a drive in Texas. She wrote a book called My Dark Garden . She lost much of her sight and life got very hard, but she keeps going with hop...

In this episode, we dive into Seth Godin’s concept that ‘acceleration is felt, while velocity is ignored’ by using the context of airplane travel and brand experiences. We kick off with a fun analogy about the unnoticed speed of airplanes and how we only feel the change when there’s turbulence. Then we steer into my (Holly’s) personal tales of loyalty to Southwest, disdain for United, and a newfou...

Some metaphors stick with you—pun intended! Seth Godin wrote about the difference between nails, glue, and screws . At first glance, it’s a simple construction analogy. But as Holly and Daniel unpacked it, we realize it’s a surprisingly sharp framework for how we make decisions, build projects, and even design relationships. Let’s break it down. Nails: Quick Wins, Quick Losses Nails are easy. Fast...

Seth starts his blog today discussing the latest trends in the book market, which surprisingly include dark romance, horror, and digital wellness - a contradiction that reflects our need for both darkness and escapism. We then dive into the concept of ‘chasing snipes’ versus focusing on meaningful work. We explore Seth’s advice on finding work that truly matters for people who care, and the import...

In this episode, we dive into the concept of value creation and scarcity in business, inspired by today’s article by Seth . Daniel discusses a fundamental business law that states no one buys anything unless it produces more value than it costs. We then explore the fascinating business model of Switchyard , a novel coworking space that combines scarcity and community to create immense value. The d...

We’re together in Chattanooga today at a fundraising event so we did our Seth Said What? episode in a back room between handshakes. Short episode. Big idea. Be the brand that listens. TL;DR: Refunds don’t create loyalty. Being heard does. Design your service like a product: name-to-name, fast loops, and visible learning. Special guest, Strider Hall, makes an appearance! The spark Seth wrote today...

Today, we dive into Seth's blog 'Ject!' Did you know that ject is the Latin word for ‘to throw’? We didn’t but now we do (thanks, Seth!). Instead of reacting to others, we discuss taking initiative and picking ourselves. We both reflect on finding the confidence to take initiative. Daniel talks about his current job transition and the power of 'show, don't tell.' We both agree on the importance of...

Seth Godin took the stage at the Webflow Conference on Thursday, September 18, 2025, and dropped what can only be described as his Greatest Hits album in a 30 minute keynote . It was part storytelling, part marketing clinic, part reminder that the game has changed (again). Instead of giving you “notes,” we’re turning this into a playbook —because Seth’s ideas aren’t meant to be admired, they’re me...