The Year of Magical Learning

Discussion Topic: The Art of Running Uphill??? Book Title: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t by Simon Sinek (Part 2/2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, hosts delve into Part 2 of Simon Sinek's book 'Leaders Eat Last.' They discuss the paradox of stress in corporate hierarchies, where lower-level employees experience significantly more stress th...

Discussion Topic: Treat People Like People…For the Right Reasons! Book Title: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t by Simon Sinek (Part 1/2) In this reflection episode, we dive into 'Leaders Eat Last' by Simon Sinek, exploring why some teams succeed and others don't. Our hosts discuss the importance of treating people as individuals and the shortcomings of modern corpora...

Discussion Topic: Meaningful Work is Always Worth the Fight! Book Title: Wine and War: The French, The Nazis, and the Battle for France’s Greatest Treasure by Donald Kladstrup In this episode of YOML, we dive into the fascinating story of 'Wine War: The French, The Nazis & France's Greatest Treasure' by Donald & Petie Kladstrup. Discover the heroic actions of French winemakers who fought t...

Discussion Topic: Until We Write Again! Book Title: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank In this episode of YOML, we dive into a deeply reflective discussion on Anne Frank's 'The Diary of a Young Girl'. We explore the profound connections formed through authentic documentation of personal journeys, comparing it to our own experiences of journaling and sharing life stories. We talk a...

Discussion Topic: A Desk is a Dangerous Place from Which to View the World! Book title: The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell by Paul Smith In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts dive into a discussion inspired by Paul Smith's '10 Stories Great Leaders Tell.' They reflect on the critical notion that 'a desk is a dangerous place from which to view the world,' emphasizing the...

Discussion Topic: The Strenuous Life! Book title: The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey by Candice Millard In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, we dive into the book 'The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey' by Candace Millard. The conversation revolves around Theodore Roosevelt's perilous expedition after his 1912 reelection loss, highlighti...

Discussion Topic: Write about THAT…share the real you if you want to make a connection! Book title: Yearbook by Seth Rogen In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, hosts discuss Reflection 283 and delve into Seth Rogen's book 'Yearbook.' They share their reflections on the authenticity and humor found in Rogen's true stories, including his teenage comedy attempts, family life, and...

Discussion Topic: How to Become a Practicing Artist! Book title: Linchpin: Are you Indispensable? By Seth Godin (Part 3 of 3) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, we delve into the final part of Seth Godin's book 'Linchpin' with Reflection 282. We discuss the process of becoming indispensable by bringing your unique art to the workplace, solving problems, and helping others. Th...

Discussion Topic: The Most Incredible Artist I’ve Ever Met! Book title: Linchpin: Are you Indispensable? By Seth Godin (Part 2 of 3) In this episode of YOML, we delve into part two of our discussion on Seth Godin's book 'Linchpin'. The hosts explore the concept of turning oneself into art and how it can lead to meaningful work. They share personal anecdotes, including a heartfelt story about how t...

Discussion Topic: Message Received, Universe! Book title: Linchpin: Are you Indispensable? By Seth Godin (Part 1 of 3) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast, we begin a three-part reflection on Seth Godin's book, 'Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? 'The hosts discuss the essence of being a linchpin at work, the importance of bringing your unique art and passion into your profession...

Discussion Topic: Art is Your Ticket Back to Eden! Book title:  The Artist’s Journey: The Wake or the Hero’s Journey and the Lifelong of Meaning by Steven Pressfield In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts dive deep into Reflection 279, reflecting on the key themes from Steven Pressfield's book, 'The Artist's Journey'. They discuss the concepts of the Hero's Journey and...

Discussion Topic: Preparing for Purpose – Use Your Values to Stay Ready! Book title:  Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela (Part 2/2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast, the hosts discuss part two of Nelson Mandela's autobiography, 'A Long Walk to Freedom.' They explore the distinction between purpose and values, how Mandela's daily routines in prison helped him stay aligned...

Discussion Topic: Purpose isn’t a destination; it is a marathon! Book title: Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela (Part 1/2) In this episode of YOML, we reflect on Nelson Mandela's autobiography, 'Long Walk to Freedom.' We discuss the importance of living a purpose-driven life, the differences between willpower and genuine purpose, and how Mandela's unyielding dedication to fighting for equality...

Discussion Topic: If you stay hungry, you will produce your best work! Book title: Complete Guide to Fasting: Heal Your Body through intermittent, alternate day, and extended fasting by Dr. Jason Fung and Jimmy Moore (Part 2 of 2) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, we delve into the second part of our discussion on fasting, inspired by 'The Complete Guide to Fasting.' We expl...

Discussion Topic: Feast and Fast—You can’t find balance without both ends of the spectrum! Book title:  Complete Guide to Fasting: Heal Your Body through intermittent, alternate day, and extended fasting by Dr. Jason Fung and Jimmy Moore (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of YOML: The Year of Magical Learning podcast, Chris and his co-host delve into 'The Complete Guide to Fasting' by Dr. Jason Fung an...

Discussion Topic: Always stay busy, but busy with the right things! Book title: The Fifth Vital by Mike Majlak and Riley J. Ford In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning Podcast, the hosts explore 'The Fifth Vital' by Mike Malac, a gripping memoir that details Mike's battle with opioid addiction beginning in his high school years in Milford, Connecticut, and his eventual transformation into...

Discussion Topic : Oh, The Places You’ll Go as You Follow Your Purpose! Book title: Clanlands: Whiskey, Warfare, and a Scottish Adventure Like No Other by Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, hosts the hosts discuss their reflection on the book "Clan Lands" by Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish, stars of the show 'Outlander.' The book delves into th...

Discussion Topic: P.V.O.T. (Purpose Value of Time) Book title: Procrastinate on Purpose: 5 Permissions to Multiply Your Time by Rory Vaden In this episode, join us as we dive into 'Procrastinate on Purpose' by Rory Vaden. Initially skeptical and deterred by the book's focus on productivity and time management through the concept of Money Value of Time (MVO), we navigate through the material to fin...

Discussion Topic: A balanced mind leads to extraordinary lives! Book title: Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah Join us on another engaging episode of YOML Today as we explore Trevor Noah's memoir, 'Born A Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood.' Our hosts dive into Noah's life growing up as a mixed-race child during and after apartheid in South Africa. We di...

Discussion Topic: Why Not Both? Book title: My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor (Part 3 of 3) In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, we conclude our discussion on 'My Stroke of Insight' by Jill Bolty Taylor. Joining us is our guest Snow, who adds to this reflective session. Jill Bolty Taylor, a Harvard-trained brain scientist, wrote this book after experiencing a massive st...

Discussion Topic: Knowledge Always Finds a Way! Book title: The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning podcast, the hosts dive into a thought-provoking discussion about 'In the Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. They explore the central theme of the book, which revolves around the hoarding and sharing of knowledge, drawing parallels to modern times. The conv...

Discussion Topic: I’m a Heretic of the Church of Grit! Book title: Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin (Part 2/2) In this episode of YOML's 'Year of Magical Learning' podcast, the hosts dive into part two of their discussion on 'Tribes' by Seth Godin. They explore the human desire to form tribes and the roles of leaders within them. The conversation then shifts to contrasting the 'Church...

Discussion Topic: We will only ever listen to ourselves! Book title: Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin In this episode of the YOML 'Year of Magical Learning' podcast, we dive into a reflection on Seth Godin's book 'Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us.' The hosts explore the concept of tribes, the importance of leadership, and how the internet has revolutionised tribal connections. They discu...

Discussion Topic: Don’t Forget to Tell Your Elephant Great Job Every Once in a While! Book title: Pickleball and the Art of Living: The Power of Positive Dinking by Mike Branon In this episode of the Year of Magical Learning, we dive into the new book 'Pickleball and The Art of Living: The Power of Positive Dinking' by Mike Brandon. Our host discusses the concept of 'dinking' in pickleball, a deli...

Discussion Topic : Share the Elixir! Book Title: Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day by Jay Shetty (Part 5 /5) Join us for the final chapter of our 'Think Like a Monk' series on the YOML podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into part five of Jay Shetty's book, focusing on the reflection 'Share the Elixir.' We explore Shetty's journey from monk to motivational speak...