Furloughed: Defining Moments Worth Talking About

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Leonard & Steve discuss defining moments in our lives and how they impact us.

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Furloughed: Defining Moments Worth Talking About episodes:

07.26.2021
Making Science Accessible to Everyone - with Amanda Otterstrom
Can you believe the solution to bringing science to the masses just might be in the form a game that babysitters can play? Amanda Jotter shares her journey into the science and how she wants to make science accessible to...
07.06.2021
Fired to Success with Sardek Love
Sometimes a negative change can cause a positive reaction! In this episode Sardek Love shares how he coped with getting fired and how it inspired him to begin his own business. The techniques he used can help each of us...
06.28.2021
Spirituality in the Workplace with Nick Duggan
Can we talk about spirituality in the workplace? Nick Duggan shares some great insights and how we can have respectful conversations. Links for Nick: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nickduggan Podcast: www.anchor.fm/going-deeper Website: www.deeperwork.com Other Links: Email Leonard & Stephen: [email protected] Podcast Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
06.14.2021
The ICONIC Mindset with Calvin Stovall
Steve and Leonard have Calvin Stovall back on the program again to follow up on what it means to have an ICONIC mindset. Calvin digs into the four key areas of that mindset and encourages everyone to shift their mindset...
05.28.2021
From Culture To Community
Leonard and Steve talk about what makes a culture toxic and what makes a community so much more productive. email: [email protected] Sponsor link: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
05.10.2021
Lessons Learned From Children
Mother's Day puts Steve and Leonard into a reflective mood. Join in as these two men as they share about having children and some of the lessons learned along the way. Contact: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
04.26.2021
Be ICONIC with Calvin Stovall
Calvin shares the four quadrants of being ICONIC in business and in your personal life. Steve and I encourage you to share your blue diamond with the world! Links: Calvin's website: https://iconicpresentations.net/ Email Calvin: [email protected] Email Leonard & Steve: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
04.19.2021
Team Work - with Kimrey Tefft
Kimrey Tefft shares some great insights on what each of us can do to improve our performance and improve the team. There are some great tips for everyone! Links: Kimrey's website: https://www.betrueteam.com/ Contact Steve & Leonard: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
04.05.2021
Furloughed - One Year Later
In this episode Steve & Leonard reflect on how the Furloughed podcast came into being and where it's heading. Hint: we're slowing down our delivery. Links: Email Leonard & Steve: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
03.22.2021
Storytelling with Hadiya Nuriddin
Stephen talks with Hadiya Nuriddin about Storytelling and how we learn from stories. Links: Check Hadiya's book, StoryTraining: Selecting and Shaping Stories That Connect shorturl.at/fjvNZ Lived Learned Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsgHWN7_WY7_57gsK-ZsOQ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hadiyanuriddin Email Leonard & Stephen: [email protected] Sponsor Link: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
03.09.2021
A Time For Rest
Leonard makes a quick announcement about the podcast Links: [email protected]
03.02.2021
Bharatanatyam Arangetram - Darshini Govin
Stephen and Leonard explore Darshini Govin's dance performance (Bharatanatyam Arangetram) and gain some insights that apply to other areas of life. Love yourself without a mirror What brings you joy? What legacy do you want to leave? Links: Video of Darshini's Performance: https://youtu.be/gruoD8BWrWc Email Leonard...
02.22.2021
How Did We Get Here?
After Steve and Leonard talk about current events they share some insight into how they landed in their "chosen" career paths. As always, they are full of advice, suggestions, and humor. Links: Share your thoughts: [email protected] Sponsor link: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
02.15.2021
Relationship Talk with Leonard and Steve
Leonard and Steve reflect on their relationships during Valentines weekend. Can we trust their advice? Listen in and see what you think. Link: Email Steve and Leonard: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
02.08.2021
Wired to Become with Britt Andreatta
Britt Andreatta shares the neuroscience of purpose with Leonard and Steve. Find out the difference between passion and purpose. Learn some of the benefits of knowing your purpose and much more! Get your pen and paper ready to take some...
02.03.2021
Our Perspectrum On Hope
Steve and Leonard talk about Hope and talk about where it comes from and how it helps us. Leonard even makes up a new word; "perspectrum". Listen in and enjoy. Links: Email Leonard & Steve: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
01.25.2021
The Rocket Theater with Craig Otterstrom
We talk to Craig Otterstrom about his family building the Rocket Theater. There were a number of choices and challenges that made them who they were. Listen in and see what you can learn. Links: Book link: https://bit.ly/3iMWKpV ...
01.18.2021
Tribute to MLK by Sharing a Conversation About Race
Steve and I speak about our experience with race as we grew up as we pay homage to Martin Luther King Jr. and the holiday weekend. Links: April 4, 1968 by Leonard Cochran: shorturl.at/bjsJL Email Leonard & Steve: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
01.11.2021
Autism, Up Close and Personal with Jacob Otterstrom
Topics range from having COVID to shaking our heads at political events, but the real story this week is Jacob Otterstorm. Steve's son Jacob share's some insights from his personal journey with autism. We just might not be as different...
01.04.2021
Big Presentations in Small Rooms author: Mike Gibson
Steve and Leonard kick off 2021 by talking to a new friend named Mike Gibson. Mike shares some valuable insights on sharing BIG presentations as we explore some great life lessons that got him to where he is today. Links: Mike Gibson:...
12.14.2020
It's The End Of They Year as We Know It...
Stephen and Leonard reflect on the past, present and future as they wrap up the year 2020 on this episode of the podcast. Thank you for joining us in our kick off year of the program!!! The podcast will...
12.07.2020
Don't Stress Out - featuring Leonard Cochran
Leonard shares a personal story of when he was hospitalized for conditions related to stress in his life. Both Leonard and Steve make some practical suggestions to help with stress during this season. Links: Email Leonard and Steve: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
11.30.2020
Learning About Learning and Life - with Caroline Troy
This week Caroline Troy shares some lessons she has learned working in the Learning & Development profession. These lessons can apply to anyone! Join us and hear what she has to share. Links: Email Leonard & Steve: [email protected] Podcast sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
11.23.2020
Musical Medicine from Debasish
Debasish Chowdhuri (or D.C. as we call him) of the band Masala Beats shares his insights and inspiration of music. Words like discipline, unity, healing and community are discussed as much as music. Join in on our conversation and expand...
11.16.2020
Nail it Before You Scale it - and other nuggets of wisdom from David Danzig
It's said that "necessity is the mother of invention". Steve and I talk to one such inventor this week. David Danzig is the founder and creator of Cosset Bath and Body. His products are sold in over 400 locations and...
11.09.2020
Reflections on Patience
In light of the presidential election in the US, Steve and Leonard reflect on patience. You'll hear "hold it loosely" and "patience is the antidote for failure" and other thoughts as they share with one another. Links: Free Holiday Planning Event: https://virtualholiday2020.eventbrite.com...
11.02.2020
Traditions and Holiday Ramblings
On this episode Steve and I share some memories of our past holiday traditions as we look towards the holiday season ahead. Links: Free Virtual Holiday Event: https://virtualholiday2020.eventbrite.com Email Steve & Leonard: [email protected] Sponsor: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
10.26.2020
Enjoying the Diversity of the Hospitality Industry with Gomi Suppiah
This week we talk to Gomi Suppiah about her experience in the hospitality industry and how she deliberately exposes herself to people that are unlike her. She has learned that by embracing diversity she is the richer person for it. Show...
10.19.2020
The Pakora Explorer with Sheetal Revis
This week we speak with food truck owner Sheetal Revis about the origins of her her international business. Her community outlook and stories of her family will warm your soul. What a great adventure! Links: www.pakoraexplorer.co.uk/ https://www.pakoraexplorer.co.uk/product/online-pakora-making-class/ Chat with Leonard & Steve:...
10.12.2020
Looking Towards the Next "Hello" with Sarah Steele
Join us as we talk to Sarah Steele and learn how she has adapted to living in both the UK and the US. Hear how she made the choice on where to be during the pandemic. You'll be amazed at...
10.05.2020
Returning Back After Furlough and The New Normal
This week we're excited to share some thoughts as what it feels like to return to work after a six month furlough. It's almost like the first day of school! Steve and Leonard also talk about the new normal, and...
09.28.2020
News from the Hospitality Industry with Zac Crump
Steve and Leonard talk with Zac Crump of Bluegrass Hospitality Consulting about the state of the hospitality industry and what to expect in the future. (Leonard also shares the fate of his furlough.) Links: Bluegrass Hospitality Consulting: https://www.bluegrasshospitalityconsulting.com/ Email Leonard & Steve: [email protected] ...
09.21.2020
What Does Leaving a Legacy Look Like?
This past week Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) and Leonard's uncle passed away on the same day. Steve and Leonard spend some time reflecting on leaving a legacy and what that looks like. (Hint: what you do now matters.) You can...
09.14.2020
It's Only Words, or Is It?
The Bee Gee's didn't come to visit the set of the Furloughed podcast this week, but Leonard and Steve did talk about the importance of words and language we use. (Give me a shout if you caught the podcast title...
09.07.2020
How to Handle Conflict
After talking about voting last week, it seemed natural to talk about how to handle conflict this week. Steve and Leonard share some observations and best practices around conflict. (They also solved the world's problems!) Join the fun! 10 Steps...
08.31.2020
Voting And It's Place in History
Our podcast focuses on the impact of change. Once influence we can have on change is by voting our conscience. In this episode Steve shares some of the history of voting with Leonard and they talk about the importance of...
08.24.2020
What Makes Collaboration Work?
Leonard begins his count down to return to work and then he and Steve tackle some of the world's problems as they talk about the need for collaboration. What is it and what makes it work successfully? Email Leonard &...
08.18.2020
Career Choices and a Positive Outlook on Life - with Juliana Kewley
Steve and Leonard have a fun time talking with Juliana Kewley as she shares how she made some tough career choices after having a child later in life. Enjoy our talk with her as she looks at life with a...
08.10.2020
The Winning Mindset with Tom Hulsey
This week Steve and Leonard talk to Tom Hulsey about his book and how he dealt with "the big C". Tom shifted his mindset and now he's living a happier life. Listen to Tom as he shares and see how...
08.03.2020
How Many ACEs Do You Have?
Steve and Leonard talk about Adverse Childhood Experiences and it's impact on adults. About 64% of the population have an ACE score of at least one or more. Find out more on this week's program. Links: ACE Test: https://acestoohigh.com/got-your-ace-score/ CDC Infographic: https://vetoviolence.cdc.gov/apps/phl/resource_center_infographic.html ...
07.27.2020
Meeting Needs In Times of Trouble - Helping Nonprofits
Be advised - In this episode we talk about addiction and the recovery process. Subject matter may be sensitive to some audiences. Steve and Leonard speak to Paula Cochran about her passion of helping women overcoming addiction and how non-profits are...
07.20.2020
Leveraging Improvisational Skills During Furlough with Shannon Milliman
Shannon Milliman unpacks some helpful improve skills that we can use anywhere in life; things like "Embrace Failure, Remember Relationship" and "Notice Everything". We even talk about Steve's bees and their progress! Show Notes: 10 Improve Tips - http://tiny.cc/xarjsz http://shannonmilliman.com/ ...
07.13.2020
The Other Side of Furlough with Toni Jacaruso
This week we talk to Toni Jacaruso about how the pandemic has impacted her small business. She's built a great team over the years, but some tough choices had to be made when the revenue stopped coming in. There are...
07.06.2020
Orchestrating Your Life In Troubled Times with Renie McClay
We learn some great lessons as Renie McClay shares the account of losing her job, turning 50 and getting divorced in one month's time. She shares also some great life lessons that we can apply to our lives today. Join the...
06.29.2020
Mind, Body, Spirit and COVID
We've talked about mental health. We're taking care of our bodies during the pandemic; this week we look briefly into our spirits. Steve and Leonard reflect on Leonard's childhood and how it helped to form who he is today. Email Leonard...
06.22.2020
It's All About Steve - News Regarding Our Furlough
Leonard and Steve reveal the updated status of their furloughed situation. We focus on Steve and his news as Leonard shares from his perspective. Feel free to join the conversation by emailing us at [email protected]. Sponsored by: www.UpWordsUnlimited.com
06.15.2020
Building tolerance to risk and uncertainty with Dr. Sarah McKay
Dr. Sarah McKay talks to us about building tolerance to risk and uncertainty. She shares several actions we can take to train our brain to better tolerate uncertainty. We talk about how to take a good nap too! More from...
06.08.2020
Grief, Loneliness and Current Events with Britt Andreatta
Steve and I speak with Britt Andreatta about her post called Grief & Loneliness: The side effects of COVID-19 that impact us all. We talk about grief, fear, change, and the current events around George Floyd. You don't want to...
06.01.2020
Dealing with Permanent Layoff with Greg Johnson
In this previously recorded episode Greg Johnson shares how he is coping with his permanent layoff. We ponder how it could impact his family and talk about the need for support. Greg's upbeat refreshing outlook will inspire you. Join us in...
05.25.2020
Coping With Being Alone Within Isolation with Arpita Chauhan
In this episode we talk to our co-worker Arpita Chauhan about how she copes with living alone in another country during this time. Her practices may surprise you as she embraces what she cannot control. Her situation is much more...

What's Furloughed: Defining Moments Worth Talking About about?

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Furloughed: Defining Moments Worth Talking About episodes:

Making Science Accessible to Everyone - with Amanda Otterstrom

Fired to Success with Sardek Love

Spirituality in the Workplace with Nick Duggan

The ICONIC Mindset with Calvin Stovall

From Culture To Community

Lessons Learned From Children

Be ICONIC with Calvin Stovall

Team Work - with Kimrey Tefft

Furloughed - One Year Later

Storytelling with Hadiya Nuriddin

A Time For Rest

Bharatanatyam Arangetram - Darshini Govin

How Did We Get Here?

Relationship Talk with Leonard and Steve

Wired to Become with Britt Andreatta

Our Perspectrum On Hope

The Rocket Theater with Craig Otterstrom

Tribute to MLK by Sharing a Conversation About Race

Autism, Up Close and Personal with Jacob Otterstrom

Big Presentations in Small Rooms author: Mike Gibson

It's The End Of They Year as We Know It...

Don't Stress Out - featuring Leonard Cochran

Learning About Learning and Life - with Caroline Troy

Musical Medicine from Debasish

Nail it Before You Scale it - and other nuggets of wisdom from David Danzig

Reflections on Patience

Traditions and Holiday Ramblings

Enjoying the Diversity of the Hospitality Industry with Gomi Suppiah

The Pakora Explorer with Sheetal Revis

Looking Towards the Next "Hello" with Sarah Steele

Returning Back After Furlough and The New Normal

News from the Hospitality Industry with Zac Crump

What Does Leaving a Legacy Look Like?

It's Only Words, or Is It?

How to Handle Conflict

Voting And It's Place in History

What Makes Collaboration Work?

Career Choices and a Positive Outlook on Life - with Juliana Kewley

The Winning Mindset with Tom Hulsey

How Many ACEs Do You Have?

Meeting Needs In Times of Trouble - Helping Nonprofits

Leveraging Improvisational Skills During Furlough with Shannon Milliman

The Other Side of Furlough with Toni Jacaruso

Orchestrating Your Life In Troubled Times with Renie McClay

Mind, Body, Spirit and COVID

It's All About Steve - News Regarding Our Furlough

Building tolerance to risk and uncertainty with Dr. Sarah McKay

Grief, Loneliness and Current Events with Britt Andreatta

Dealing with Permanent Layoff with Greg Johnson

Coping With Being Alone Within Isolation with Arpita Chauhan