Blowing Bubbles Podcast

A remote team decides to make kindness and mutual support their north star. Sam explores how feeling genuinely supported transforms the way people show up — and what it takes to make that a deliberate choice.

Sam admits to a streak of laziness and explores what good goal-setting actually looks like for the rest of us. With a nod to Medium's strategic refocus — sometimes cutting back is the most productive move.

Deconstructing complex ideas and rebuilding them again — with a little help from scientist, author and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts. What does it really mean to understand something deeply?

After rescuing a cat in distress, Sam reflects on the courage it takes to ask for help — especially when it comes to mental health — and what it means to respond when someone reaches out.

Accountability through support networks, and having a better life because of it. Sam looks at how the people around us shape what we're able to achieve — and enjoy.

What conditions are needed to support a healthy community? Could they be: shared desires, scaffolded spaces with easy access, and spreading the word? And all of this after pots of tea and my first parkrun.    

There is something magical about being part of a resonating community. This episode asks what conditions make this happen, and I celebrate being in a resonating team right now.

What is 'dwell time' and why does it matter? Sam explores how reducing the gap between intention and action can unlock creativity and get things moving.

In episode #010, I confess to enjoying ‘winging it’, and why a clear vision, and shared stories, are so much more effective for me, you, and our communities. And if you’re ‘Agile’ or in learning, there’s something for you too.

It’s time to make things happen. I share how opportunities are coming thick and fast since I started Blowing Bubbles. It’s what every good social leader does. So do yourself a solid, and put yourself out there. Perfection not required!