The MultiPod

The MultiPod travels (digitally) to Malawi to get to know Thrive, a new and active member of the Puttytribe. 

Thrive shares with us his story of how embracing reading and learning has given him an understanding not just into the world, but into his own multipotentialite personality. It has helped him combat stress, pressure and expectations. Currently studying Architecture, but with an interest in Corporate Law, Accounting, Blogging, Web Development, Advanced Mathematics, Parametrics, Investing and Coding (amongst other things!), Thrive dreams big and brings positivity to himself and those around him.

Join us for a window into the world of a multipotentialite in Africa.

Puttytribe member Alberto Martínez lives with his wife on the Lofoten Islands of Norway, a remote archipelago more than two-thirds the way up the Norweigan coast, 100 km north of the Arctic Circle, population less than 25,000.

What brought them here from their native Spain ten years ago, without jobs, contacts or speaking a word of Norweigan? How have they adapted to a life so isolated and unfamiliar?

Alberto and host Ted explore the notion of whether multipotentialites are particularly attracted to remote, quieter locations, some of the struggles he has faced as a multipod living where he does, and also the benefits such a life and environment affords.

And if you are thinking right now of Norweigan fjords, soaring cliffs, glaciers, rolling green hills and picturesque villages, then you'll have some idea of why such a special place has become their home.

Gillian takes the microphone today for an outstanding in-depth conversation with the Puttytribe's Heather Ussery-Knight, one of the community's chief motivators and architects.

In this episode, Heather shares deep insight into the mentality of writing, embracing your inner critic and how to feel confident and deserving, right down to crafting your characters, story arc and creating a hook.

If you are looking for a boost of enthusiasm and adrenaline, of practical writing instruction combined with deeper psychology, take the time to listen in to this great discussion on the merits of writing, imagination and the value of your creativity.

MultiPod Extras is a new project of The MultiPod, where the hosts test out new podcast ideas in a bonus, typically one-off format.

Members of the Puttytribe can pitch their podcast ideas too! Email [email protected] with the show that you would like to demo. The MultiPod team can help you put it all together.

Today's MultiPod Extra episode comes from Ted, who wants to test out a travel podcast idea. His vision is to interview real, everyday travellers who have just returned from their trip (or are perhaps even live on location!), and capture the excitement and adrenaline of being out there exploring the world.

Fun and memorable stories would be intermixed with practical tips and details about how they planned and put their trip together. The show could have particular appeal to those who love to research and plan their own travel, and compare their notes with others. 

The opportunity to demo the idea arrived when Ted's brother Andy spent 6 weeks backpacking around Cuba with his wife and three young kids. They had scarcely been home for a week, so the logistics and memories were still very fresh.

If you are curious about travel in the real Cuba away from the resorts, including how to find accommodation and transport, what sort of prices to expect, what to eat and how to get around with kids, then this episode will help clear the fog and give you a much better understanding.

Ted and Andy talk about life in Cuba, the people and their interactions with travellers, the culture and even a bit of history and politics. You may certainly feel inspired to go yourself, but at the very least will hopefully feel like you are there vicariously, enjoying the sights and sounds of a fascinating country.

Highlights:

• 13:50 - What happens when you say "Casa particular" to a Cuban?
• 14:58 - What they did when their first night's reservation fell through...
• 16:32 - How to plan while in Cuba. Did they make reservations ahead of time?
• 23:28 - Currency: do travellers pay in CUCs or in CUPs?
• 26:20 - How CUCs and CUPs work.
• 29:35 - What Cuban cuisine is like.
• 34:30 - What happens while walking down the street in Cuba.
• 35:07 - So did they ride in any of those fancy old American cars?
• 40:16 - Cuba is incredibly safe.
• 43:00 - Andy talks about the "Special period" in the 1990s.
• 43:47 - We try and understand daily life in Cuba.
• 47:27 - Does Cuba feel like a police state?
• 48:28 - The big question: So how did they do it with 3 young kids in tow?
• 58:10 - The spontaneous walk that resulted in a 12 km hike!
• 1:04:38 - How this trip rates out of all the travelling they've done.

In this episode, Puttytribe stalwart Nickita Fyens joins hosts Vanessa & Ted to talk about practical applications for turning your dreams and passions into reality. We’re talking both actual apps as well as psychological tools.

Nickita knows what she’s talking about: her passion is helping others see their passions come to life, and not fall by the wayside in a blur of overwhelm and confusion. Passions Pilot is her site, listen in to learn all about it.

In this episode, The MultiPod host Ted opens up about his own journey in pursuing a new career path and shares some great insights into building confidence, experimentation, and embracing the journey as a means of self-discovery.  

It's your life, it's your time. Those things you've dreamt of doing, you can do them! Why do we hold ourselves back? The answers go much deeper beneath the surface of our psyche and identity.

Expert hummingbird and positive influencer Vikki Coombes is here to help us on our journey. But it's not her who will give you permission, listen in and you will find it within yourself.

In this episode, Claire, managing editor of Puttylike, talks about burnout in today’s economy and how to utilize self-care and clear boundaries to keep yourself recharged and balanced.

In this episode, Henriette, the leader of this year’s Jumpstart January event in the Puttytribe, shares her insights into finding focus and motivation in the new year. It’s filled with ideas to boost your productivity and energize your projects.

The MultiPod published its first episode exactly one year ago, and what a ride it's been. We've created 27 episodes, met lots of puttypeep, and gained new skills, advice and knowledge.

Today Sandrine, Sara, Vanessa and Ted reflect on the experience of podcasting and exploring topics of multipotentiality over the past year, with the underlying question of, "Should we continue?"

Multipotentialites always face existential questions about keeping going with their projects. What will The MultiPod choose?

Tune in to find out the answer!