Episode 2: Coddiwomple - Our Journey Together

Introduction

Welcome to the our podcast! We, Marc and Emily Pitman, are excited to embark on this new journey together. In this episode, we introduce ourselves, share our backgrounds, and discuss our new favorite word, "coddiwomple," which means to travel purposefully toward an unknown destination. Join us as we explore our past, our present, and the adventures that lie ahead.

About the Hosts

• Emily Pitman:

  • Certified Co-Active Coach
  • Credentialed with the International Coach Federation
  • Writer of the weekly newsletter "Sprouts"
  • Aspiring speaker
  • Former educator and support cheerleader for a serial entrepreneur
  • Committed to adventure

• Marc Pitman:

  • Executive coach for nonprofit and tech founders
  • Runs an International Coach Federation accredited program
  • Speaker and trainer at conferences
  • Author of eight books, including "Surprising Gifted Out"
  • Early adopter of technology and social media
  • Husband to Emily for 28 years and father of three

Key Discussion Points

0:00 - 5:00 | Introduction and Backgrounds

• Emily introduces herself and her journey from educator to coach and writer.
• Marc shares his background as an executive coach and entrepreneur.
• Both discuss their commitment to adventure and personal growth.

5:01 - 10:00 | The Word "Coddiwomple"

• Emily explains how she discovered the word "coddiwomple."
• Discussion on how "coddiwomple" perfectly encapsulates their approach to life and their podcast.

10:01 - 20:00 | Meeting and Early Relationship

• Marc and Emily recount how they met at a conservative evangelical college in 1994.
• They share amusing anecdotes about their initial interactions and the cultural context of their meeting.
• Reflections on their different backgrounds and early challenges.

20:01 - 30:00 | Journey to Marriage

• The couple's decision not to date in the traditional sense due to their beliefs at the time.
• Their trip to India as a pivotal moment in their relationship.
• Engagement and marriage timeline: from Labor Day meeting to Memorial Day wedding in 1995.

30:01 - 40:00 | Life Together and Professional Growth

• Transition from newlyweds to co-adventurers in life and work.
• Marc's decision to avoid traditional seminary to maintain his authenticity.
• Both share their perspectives on maintaining personal integrity and growth through their careers.

40:01 - End | Reflections and Looking Ahead

• Emily and Marc discuss the significance of being "pilgrims" on a journey rather than adhering to rigid life plans.
• The importance of discovery, listening, and staying open to new experiences.
• A heartfelt exchange about their partnership and future plans for the podcast.

Notable Quotes

• Emily: "My dream since high school was to be a speaker, which is now what I'm starting to do, adding speaking to coaching and writing."
• Marc: "I help passionate founders who realize they have an organization around them and don't know what to do with it."
• Emily: "Coddiwomple - to travel purposefully toward an unknown destination - is the perfect word for us."
• Marc: "We're working towards something, but it's a purpose, not a place."

Final Thoughts

In this episode, Marc and Emily Pitman share their unique journey, from their early days of meeting at college to their professional and personal growth over the years. The concept of "coddiwomple" sets the tone for their podcast, highlighting their commitment to purposeful, adventurous living. Stay tuned for more episodes as they continue to explore life, love, and leadership together.

That Music!:

Thank you to Lexi Moreno and Caleb Pitman composing / mixing / mastering / guitar / trumpet; Zoe bass

Thank you for joining us on this journey! 🌟