Post-Modern Living with Chris The Brain

Chris and Kait talk about being a woman in the workplace with guest host Danielle McDowell. They discuss the #MeToo movement, the male standard of professionalism, and mom guilt. To cool down, they talk about the benefits of coworking spaces. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about diversity in Indiana’s business world with guest host Tony Sanders. They discuss Indiana’s lack of diversity, people who don’t think there’s a diversity issue, and the code of conduct that excludes people who have different ideas or backgrounds. On a lighter note, they give advice on what to look for in a pair of headphones and suggest their favorites. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about business transparency with guest host Doug Karr. They discuss the stuff no one tells young professionals, talking about failure, and the real definition of success. They wrap up the episode by talking about the things that still don’t work in 2018. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about how to deal with it when you make mistakes, have bad luck, or are in an unpleasant situation. They discuss the sunk cost fallacy, owning your suffering, and leaning in to the hard times. On a more cheerful note, they share their favorite Christmas shopping tips. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk with guest host Harry about grit, a growing buzzword used everywhere from parenting to business. They discuss definitions of grit, common misconceptions about the term, and why failure isn’t always a bad thing. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk with guest host Ashley about being stereotyped, then punished for stepping out of the stereotype. They discuss getting comments on your looks in a business setting, resisting being confined to the box you’re put in, and ways to change society’s subconsciously malicious instincts. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about podcasts with guest host Paul. They discuss why podcasts are great, the shows they love, and where you should listen. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about minimalism with guest host Dexter. They discuss why you should consider a minimalist lifestyle, how to get started, and the hardest areas to minimize. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about the perils of social media, why people are even still using it, and some positive and negative ways to use it. To cool down, Chris gives his suggestions on the best products for managing cables. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.

Chris and Kait talk about the terrible advice often given to smart, driven, passionate, and creative individuals. They also discuss some of their favorite good advice, then cool down with some tips on organizing your smartphone. Visit www.christhebrain.com for full show notes.