The Year of Magical Learning

Discussion Topic: The Grandma Diaries! Book Title: To Hell and Back by Audie Murphy  In this long-awaited episode of YOML, the hosts dive into an engaging conversation about reconnecting with family and the unexpected learnings that come from curiosity. He shares his recent project, 'The Grandma Diaries,' where he documents conversations with his grandmothers, uncovering invaluable stories and wis...

Discussion Topic: Consistently Inconsistent Book Title: Harvard Business Review: On Leadership Vol. 2 In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts discuss the balance between comfort and novelty in the workplace and life. They explore how engaging new challenges can invigorate the mind and prevent boredom, but also how excessive newness can lead to exhaustion. The conversatio...

Discussion Topic : Survivor’s Duty! Book Title: The Nightingale: A Novel by Kristin Hannah (Part 2 of 2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast, the hosts discuss the emotional and impactful book 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah. They delve into the dual timelines of WWII Nazi-occupied France and 50 years later, focusing on the story of two sisters, Vian and Isabel, and how the...

Discussion Topic : One More Step! Book Title: The Nightingale: A Novel by Kristin Hannah (Part 1 of 2) In the latest episode of the Year of Magical Learning (YOML) podcast, the hosts dive into Reflection 339, focusing on the new book 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah. They discuss the story's themes, particularly through the lens of character and endurance. He shares a personal story about overc...

Discussion Topic: Permission to Fail! Book Title: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni In this episode of the 'Year of Magical Learning' podcast, the host expresses his strong aversion to 'The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, A Leadership Fable' by Patrick Lencioni, and explains why he disagrees with its definition of team success. The hosts dive into the importance...

Discussion Topic: I Can’t Hear Your Song! Book Title: Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath and Dan Heath (Part 2 of 2) Join us for another exciting episode of YOML, the Year of Magical Learning podcast. In this episode, we dive into the second part of the book 'Made to Stick,' exploring why some ideas survive while others die. We discuss the importance of profoundly u...

Discussion Topic : Profoundly Simple! Book Title : Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath and Dan Heath (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning (YOML) podcast, we delve into the art of making complex ideas profoundly simple. We kick off by discussing a new book, 'Made to Stick' by Chip Heath and Dan Heath, which explores why some ideas survive whil...

Discussion Topic: Beating the Bonk! Book Title: What I Talk About When I Talk About Running: A Memoir by Haruki Murakami (2 of 2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning (YOML) podcast, the hosts delve deeper into the memoir 'What I Talk About When I Talk About Running' by Haruki Murakami. The discussion explores how running marathons mirrors the challenges of long-term writing projects. T...

Discussion Topic : Focus and Endurance! Book Title: What I Talk About When I Talk About Running: A Memoir by Haruki Murakami (1 of 2) Welcome to another exciting episode of YOML: The Year of Magical Learning podcast. In this episode, we dive into a captivating discussion centered around Haruki Murakami's memoir, 'What I Talk About When I Talk About Running.' Join us as we explore the profound conc...

Discussion Topic : The Rose of No Man’s Land! Book Title: Very, Very, Very Dreadful: The Influenza Pandemic of 1918 by Albert Marrin In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts engage in a deep reflection about the influenza pandemic of 1918, comparing it with the recent COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the book "Very, Very, Very Dreadful: The Influenza Pandemic of 1918" by A...

Discussion Topic: After Catastrophe, New Life! Book Title: The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History by Elizabeth Kolbert (Part 2 of 2) Welcome back from the Thanksgiving holiday! In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts delve into the reflections sparked by Elizabeth Colbert's book, 'The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History.' They discuss humanity's impact on the plan...

Discussion Topic: The Madness Gene! Book Title: The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History by Elizabeth Kolbert (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, hosts reflect on Elizabeth Colbert's book 'The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History' and explore the theory that humans may be the cause of the next mass extinction event due to our impact on Earth. They also discus...

Discussion Topic: I’m a Swinger? Book Title: The Boys in the Boat: 9 Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown In this episode, our special guest joins us for the 330th reflection to discuss Daniel James Brown's book, 'The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.' We delve into the incredible story o...

Discussion Topic: The Ultimate Learning Journey! Book Title: The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss by Mary-Frances O’Connor In this episode of YOML: The Year of Magical Learning podcast, we explore Mary Francis O'Connor’s book, 'The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss.' The host delves into the science behind grief, ment...

Discussion Topic: The Power of Mantra’s! Book Title : I’d Like to Play Alone, Please: Essays by Tom Segura In this episode of the 'Year of Magical Learning' podcast, we delve into Tom Segura's new book, 'I'd Like to Play Alone, Please,' a blend of memoir and comedy. Join us as we explore Segura's journey, his mantra, and how it relates to his values. We also discuss the profound impact of mantras,...

Discussion Topic : When Nature Meets Culture! Book Title: The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck (Part 3 of 3)  In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast, we wrap up our discussion on Martha Beck's 'The Way of Integrity' with reflection 327. Inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy, the book guides us through a personal hero's journey of finding integrity. W...

Discussion Topic: Finding Integrity! Book Title : The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck (Part 1 of 3)   In this episode of 'Year of Magical Learning,' Jonathan introduces a new series focusing on Martha Beck's book 'The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self.' Co-hosts share personal reflections on integrity, the journey to authentic self-discovery,...

Discussion Topic : When You Have Nothing Left To Lose! Book Title: The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin  Join us for an insightful episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast as we discuss 'The Fire Next Time' by James Baldwin. The host shares his journey of discovering Baldwin's profound reflections on civil rights and racial inequality in the 1960s. Drawing parallels between Baldwin's writing...

Discussion Topic: That Little Voice Inside Us All! Book Title: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson  In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, titled 'Reflection 323,' the hosts delve into the intriguing book 'The Devil in the White City' by Eric Larson, discussing its themes centered around the World's Fair in Chica...

Discussion Topic: What Sun Tzu forgot to say! Book Title: The Art of War by Sun Tzu In this engaging episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts reflect on their reading of Sun Tzu's classic 'The Art of War.' They discuss the varying versions of the book, the importance of knowing one's purpose in any strategic endeavor, and their critique of the application of tactics without under...

Discussion Topic : Jack + Patty! Book Title: The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully by Frank Ostasecki (Part 2 of 2) In this poignant episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts discuss themes from 'The Five Invitations,' a book by the founder of the Zen Hospice Project. They explore its five core principles: don't wait, welcome everything and p...

Discussion Topic : YOU’RE TRYING TOO HARD! Book Title The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully by Frank Ostasecki (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of the YOML Podcast, the hosts dive into the book 'The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully' by Frank Ostaseski. They explore the profound lessons learned from the author's experiences...

Discussion Topic: If you are in the business of change, you must play the long game! Book Title: All In: An Autobiography by Billie Jean King (Part 2 of 2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, hosts delve into Billie Jean King's autobiography, 'All In,' and discuss her unexpected appearance on 'The Masked Singer.' The conversation ranges from the pursuit of stability and change...

Discussion Topic : Tell the Truth! Book Title : All In: An Autobiography by Billie Jean King (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of the 'Year of Magical Learning' podcast (Reflection #318), we delve into Billie Jean King's autobiography, 'All In.' The discussion focuses on King's pioneering tennis career, her activism in establishing the WTA, and her journey as a member of the LGBTQ community. The hosts...

Discussion Topic: New Year’s Resolutions! Book Title: Arbitrary Stupid Goal by Tamara Shopsin In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast, the hosts dive into Reflection 317 by exploring the idea of 'arbitrary stupid goals' inspired by the book of the same name by Shun. The discussion reflects on New Year's resolutions, the experience of spending New Year's Eve in New York City, and th...