Tune in to this week’s episode of the Experience University podcast as we delve into the transformative power of events in rural economic development. Join host Dr. Kristin Malek as she explores the realm of ag (agriculture) tourism, cultural events, and the strategic nuances of tourism marketing with the insightful director of Visit Knox County, Stacy Miller. Discover how these events not only attract visitors but also foster community pride and economic growth. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!

Ag Tourism (1:56)
Rural Tourism (3:47)
Rural Events (5:34)
Cultural Events (10:40)
Lodging for Rural Events  (11:12)
Tourism Attraction Pairings  (13:03)
Promoting Pride and Community  (15:38)

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Have you ever noticed how EVERYTHING is a funnel? In this episode, Dr. Kristin Malek, our host, and student Lydia Tobin introduce the key competencies essential for a career in events and marketing. They dive into practical insights on marketing and events, sharing the interdisciplinary benefits of their experiences. Tune in to explore unique event competencies, the connections between tourism and events, and how everything truly funnels down to something.

Events and Marketing Education (4:53)
Funnels (9:14)
Psychology and Events (12:26)
Crossovers between Events and Tourism (13:52)
Encouraging Motivation (19:45)
Continuous Learning (23:10)

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydiatobin/ 

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How can understanding psychology transform your approach to event planning? In today’s episode, host Dr. Kristin Malek introduces the concept of event psychology with Event Psychology Advisor and Co-Founder of Matey Events,Victoria Matey. Together, they explore how events serve as catalysts for behavior change, emphasizing the integration of behavioral science into the event industry. Dr. K and Victoria discuss common event planning pitfalls while advocating for innovative strategies, including leveraging advice for feedback, reimagining SWAG, and employing secret attendees for authentic insights.


Meeting Psychology (1:15)
Why You Should Experiment (3:41)
Employing Secret Attendees (11:48)
Matey Events (16:08)
Event Neuroscientists (19:35)
Look Where Others Don’t (22:59)

Connect with Victoria:
Website: matey.events
Event Psychology Lab (online course): eventpsychology.thinkific.com
Event Psychology Club (membership and resources): eventpsychology.gumroad.com


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Step into the immersive world of LARPing with Experience University, hosted by Dr. Kristin Malek! Discover how live-action role play transforms events, fosters authentic connections, and promotes storytelling and community building. In this episode, Dr. K and event planner Erika Shaefer explore the fascinating realm of LARPing and its application in event planning. Erika shares insights from her decade-long experience with LARPing and events, emphasizing how event planners can leverage LARPing to foster community connections. This episode also explores the unique skills event planners can cultivate through LARPing, including adaptability and creativity.

What is LARPing? (1:20)
Expectations vs. Reality in Events (5:40)
Learning to Adapt (8:14)
Incorporating LARP in Corporate Events (10:53)  
Building Communities through LARP (12:22)

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/schaefererika/ 

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Ever wondered if event keynotes are truly driving lasting change or just offering surface-level motivation? In this episode, Dr. Kristin Malek discusses her approach to speaking on AI, Gen Z, and neuroscience, emphasizing behavior change. She shares her journey from a successful AI session for rural leaders to landing more speaking gigs through LinkedIn. Despite skepticism about her AI expertise, she emphasizes mindset shifts over technical details. She challenges event professionals to prioritize keynotes fostering behavior change and diversify breakout sessions for comprehensive learning and curiosity among diverse audiences.

AI Keynote Speaking (1:26)
Promoting for Behavior Change in AI Keynotes (3:18)
Planning Purposeful Keynotes for Events (8:51)

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Join us as we explore the role of authentic connection, debunk myths surrounding networking, and navigate resistance. In today’s episode, Dr. Kristin Malek and Scott Gould examine engagement, focusing on its necessity for relationships. The discussion also touches on leveraging social platforms for community engagement and experimenting with three-way connections for event success.

Defining Engagement (1:55)
Engagement in Events (4:02)
The Rule of 3 (6:14)
Engagement in Large Events (10:45)
Combating Resistance (11:40)
Fostering Community (14:13)
Lifelong Engagement and Measuring Success (16:40)

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LinkedIn.com/in/ScottGould
ScottGould.com
The Shape of Engagement

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Curious about the power of community in event planning? Tune in as Dr. K sits down with Chris Catania, a trailblazer in community development, to explore how understanding your audience and fostering shared values can revolutionize event experiences. This episode discusses the growing significance of community building in events. Chris shares his expertise on creating impactful community initiatives through understanding and valuing one's audience and the concept of shared value. 

Today we are discussing:
Community Building through Events (2:21)
Understanding Your Audience (4:10)
Measuring ROI of Communities (8:33)
Community First Company and Shared Value (16:14)

 Connect with Chris:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophercatania/
Community First Company
communityfirstcompany.com/free
Text community first to 33777

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Ever wondered how neurocoding and clowning intersect? In today's episode, we welcome Marcus Weiss, former member of the Blue Man Group and current clown for O in Cirque Du Soleil’. Marcus is a versatile individual with a background in acting, improv, directing, and neuro coding. He shares insights on balancing structure and spontaneity in events, introduces the concept of neurocoding for positive behavior change, and discusses his program, the Joy Experience, aimed at fostering joy and positive transformations. 

Today we are discussing:
Encouraging Connection in Events (3:03)
Balance in Event Planning (7:21)
What is nuero coding? (12:25)
The Joy Experience (14:56)
Fostering Connection in Everything (20:26)

Connect with Marcus:
https://www.themarcusweissexperience.com/ 
[email protected]
Instagram: Marcus Weiss Experience
Facebook: Marcus Jacob Weiss
LinkedIn: Marcus Weiss

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Dive into the world of wellness trends in events! Dr. K here, and I am pumped to be back with another episode of the Experience University Podcast! In today's episode, we discuss the realm of wellness trends within the events landscape, accompanied by the insights of Natalie Brown. Natalie, a Sound Healing Practitioner and the visionary behind the Sound Heals Academy, joins me to explore the transformative power of sound in enhancing well-being during events. Throughout our conversation, we navigate the intricacies of both challenges and opportunities that event planners may face when integrating sound healing experiences. Tune in as we unravel the positive impact sound healing can have on the event landscape.


Today we are discussing:
Introduction (1:20)
What is Sound Healing (2:22)
Wellness Trends in Events (7:20)
Incorporating Sound in Events (7:57)
Sound Healing and Plant Growth (13:06)
Strategic Use of Sound in Events (16:40)

Connect with Natalie:
SoundsHealStudio.com 
Sound Heals Podcast
Facebook & Youtube: Sounds Heal Studio
Instagram: Natalie Brown, Sounds Heal

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Embark on a journey of innovation culture. Today's episode explores the concept of innovation culture with Claus Raasted, Director at The College of Extraordinary Experiences & Chief Learning Officer at Academics Academy. Raasted shares captivating insights into navigating stagnant systems and revealing the untapped opportunity space within seemingly rigid structures. Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we dive into the heart of embracing change and fostering innovation.

Today we are discussing:
College of Extraordinary Experiences (0:35)
Experience Design as a Discipline (3:50)
Innovation Culture (6:28)
Navigating Stagnant Systems (10:09)
Opportunity Space (12:50)
Problem-Solving Process (16:12)
Perception of Change (20:47)
Academics Academy (26:22)

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