Typology

By Ian Morgan Cron

What's Typology about?

Welcome to Typology, a podcast that explores the mystery of the human personality and how we can use the Enneagram typing system as a tool to become our most authentic selves. Hosted by author, speaker, and counselor, Ian Morgan Cron, Typology features interviews with recognized Enneagram teachers, bestselling authors, psychologists, theologians, artists, business leaders, neuroscientists, and others who are using the Enneagram as a path for personal transformation.

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05.28.2020

One major theme that operates as a thread in each of our lives is shame. Next to love, I believe shame is the most powerful force in the universe, but in the wrong direction. In today’s profoundly moving episode, Dr. ...

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05.28.2020 Dr. Curt Thompson on the Enneagram and Shame One major theme that operates as a thread in each of our lives is shame. Next to love, I believe shame is the most powerful force in the universe, but in the wrong direction. In today’s profoundly moving episode, Dr. ...
05.21.2020 Chuck Degroat on the Nine Faces of Narcissism [S03-043] Today, psychologist, author, and spiritual director Chuck Degroat joins me for a killer episode about the nine faces of narcissism. We’re not talking about people with full-blown narcissistic personality disorder per se. We’re talking about narcissism on a continuum and ...
05.14.2020 Fulfillment NOT Achievement with Molly Fletcher (Enneagram 3) [S03-042] Earlier this season, Molly Fletcher and I talked about her struggle to relax and “turn it off”. At the end of our interview, I asked her to come back after she had done some work and really dug into the ...
05.07.2020 Enneagram and Parenting Insights from the Olricks [S03-041] Today we wrap up our series on Enneagram and Parenting with parenting experts, Amy and Jeffrey Olrick, Ph.D. Together, they run GrowingConnected.com, offering scientifically grounded and faith-informed resources for parents. Today we discuss: - How the Enneagram can help parents ...
04.30.2020 Dave Hollis on Growth and Fulfillment with the Enneagram [S03-040] Author of "Get Out of Your Own Way: A Skeptic’s Guide to Growth and Fulfillment," Dave Hollis joins Ian to talk honestly about the lies human beings tell themselves and how those lies feather with the Enneagram. Together, Ian and ...
04.23.2020 Dr. Russell Moore on the Enneagram and Morality [S03-039] Dr. Russell Moore joins Typology to discuss ways the Enneagram helps him in his work, what his current existential angst is, and how he reconciles his world when he feels misunderstood. Dr. Moore is president of the Ethics & Religious ...
04.17.2020 Enneagram as a Tool for Families with Justice Skinner (Enneagram 6) [S03-038] “How old should my child be before they start learning the Enneagram?” Though I’m not prepared to provide a specific age, I do think it’s important to explore the Enneagram as a tool for young people. Today, I share a ...
04.09.2020 Author Brian McLaren on Internal Friendship (Enneagram 4) [S03-037] Today on Typology, I’m thrilled to welcome author Brian McLaren. Brian is an author, speaker, activist and theologian. Brian discusses how the Enneagram has: • helped him understand the ways that he sabotages himself • allowed him to have grace ...
04.02.2020 ABC News' Paula Faris and the Typing Interview Process [S03-036] The Enneagram is complicated and nuanced, but human beings are infinitely more complex than the Enneagram. And today’s episode proves just that. Our guest, ABC News correspondent, Paula Faris, exudes a lot of energy from a few different Enneagram types. ...
03.26.2020 Part 2: Pastor Louie Giglio's Insights for an Enneagram 3 [S03-035] In Part Two, author, speaker, and pastor Louie Giglio gets vulnerable and shares his story of healing as an Enneagram Three. Today we cover: - How to recognize when you’re heading into dangerous territory for yourself - What it’s like ...
03.19.2020 Pastor Louie Giglio: New Insights for an Enneagram 3 [S03-034] Joining us today is Louie Giglio, national-bestselling author, and Pastor of Passion City Church. He and his wife Shelley lead the teams at Passion City Church, sixstepsrecords, Passion Publishing and the Passion Global Institute. Having just learned his type, today ...
03.12.2020 Anne Bogel: How an Enneagram 9 Gets Decisive What happens when an Enneagram 9 stops overthinking and starts making decisions? The Enneagram 9s commitment to finding the best option in any circumstance consumes a lot of mental energy and can leave them exhausted and stuck. But, when they ...
03.05.2020 Mailbag Thursday: An Enneagram Q&A with Ian Cron [S03-032] Today, Anthony pulls a few more audience questions from the bag for Ian to answer. Topics covered include: -Whether trauma in adulthood can lead to type repression -What the countertype 4 really looks like -Resources on how different types process ...
02.27.2020 Hip Hop Artist PROPAGANDA reflects on the Enneagram 3 [S03-031] Today’s Typology guest, PROPAGANDA is a Christian Hip Hop and spoken word artist/poet, political activist, husband, father, academic, emcee, and an Enneagram 3. He and his wife, University Professor Dr. Alma Zaragoza-Petty, also host The Red Couch podcast together. In ...
02.20.2020 Jill Phillips on the Resilience of an Enneagram 6 [S03-030] This week on Typology, I welcome my friend, Jill Phillips. Jill is a singer, songwriter & therapist based in Nashville who has been immersed in the Enneagram for some time now. She has a lot of wisdom to share, especially ...
02.13.2020 Part 2: Author Jennie Allen on Toxic Thoughts and the Enneagram (Enneagram 7) [S03-029] In Part Two of my interview with Jennie Allen, we examine the toxic thoughts of an Enneagram Seven and how important it is for all of us to not give our thoughts too much power.
02.06.2020 Part 1: Author Jennie Allen on Toxic Thoughts and the Enneagram (Enneagram 7) [S03-028] In part 1 of this 2-part episode, author and IF: Gathering Founder, Jennie Allen joins me to talk about how understanding her own strengths and weaknesses as an Enneagram Seven has played a pivotal role in learning to trust others ...
01.30.2020 Part 2: Former Governor Bill Haslam on how to live and lead as an Enneagram 3 (S03-027) Each Enneagram Type is beautiful and in its healthy expression is truly fantastic. When Threes are healthy, they no longer find it important to credentialize their achievements, they become more community-minded and interested in helping others succeed. In Part Two ...
01.23.2020 Former Governor Bill Haslam: How to Live and Lead as an Enneagram 3 (S03-026) This week on Typology, I’m excited to welcome my friend and former Governor of Tennessee, Bill Haslam. Bill began his career in business joining his father, Jim Haslam, who was the founder of the petroleum company Pilot Corporation. He was ...
01.16.2020 Author Lisa-Jo Baker Sets Boundaries as an Enneagram Two [S03-025] This week on Typology, I welcome author and Enneagram Two, Lisa-Jo Baker. At their best, Enneagram Twos radiate the unconditional, altruistic love of God. They signal love out into the world in a way that no other type can. But ...
01.09.2020 Mailbag Thursday: An Enneagram Q&A [S03-024] We love providing new content and great guests each week. But, as you might imagine, the interviews often spark a lot of questions from our listeners. In fact, we receive tons of questions every single day. So today we decided ...
01.02.2020 Betsy Miller on Accepting Fear and Anxiety (Enneagram 6) [S03-023] We're kicking off the New Year with my friend, Betsy Miller. Betsy is the Director of Finance for Storybrand and also serves as the chairman of the Board of Directors for RESCUE: Freedom International. Betsy and I take a look ...
12.26.2019 Life, Family and the Enneagram with the Crons (REPLAY) [S03-022] The Enneagram allows us to build and sustain healthy relationships by appreciating and understanding our own motivations and behaviors as well as those of our friends and family. In today’s episode, the Cron family gathers over the holidays to discuss ...
12.19.2019 Holiday Gift Ideas for each Enneagram Type (REPLAY) [S03-021] This week we’re taking a break to enjoy the holidays with our friends and families. So, we're replaying last year’s episode where we give suggestions for the perfect Christmas gift for each Enneagram type. We wish you a fabulous couple ...
12.12.2019 Part 2: Amanda Cook on the Sacred Rhythm of an Enneagram Five [S03-020] This week I continue my insightful conversation with singer-songwriter, Amanda Cook. In this episode, Amanda and I explain: - the gift and grip of grief - the Fives’ defense mechanism of isolation - the importance of staying present in the ...
12.05.2019 Amanda Cook on the Sacred Rhythm of an Enneagram 5 [S03-019] This week on Typology, I welcome a very special Enneagram Five who has done her work and beautifully wraps her words around her experience as a Five. Our guest, Amanda Lindsey Cook is a singer-songwriter, worship leader, GMA Dove Award ...
11.27.2019 Part 2: John Mark Comer on Focusing his Attention (Enneagram 1) [S03-018] In Part two of my conversation with John Mark Comer—author, speaker, pastor, and Enneagram One—we continue our discussion about the Enneagram and why it’s so important for us to eliminate hurry from our lives. When you feel listened to and ...
11.21.2019 Part 1: John Mark Comer on Focusing his Attention (Enneagram One) [S03-017) What do you pay attention to? Today on Typology, I ask John Mark Comer—author, speaker, pastor, and an Enneagram One—about the importance of “paying attention to what is” and how the Enneagram has taught him to stop and ask the ...
11.14.2019 Al Andrews on Facing Your Sorrows with the Enneagram (Enneagram 2) [S03-016] This week on Typology, I welcome my friend, Al Andrews. Al is a counselor, author, speaker, and the director of Porter’s Call, a non-profit offering counsel, support and encouragement to recording artists and their families. Today, Al gives voice to: ...
11.07.2019 Andrew Peterson and the true gifts of an Enneagram 4 (S03-015) This week on Typology, I welcome my good friend, Andrew Peterson—award-winning singer-songwriter and author. As Enneagram Fours, Andrew and I share the strengths and weaknesses of our type and how the Enneagram has impacted our lives over the years. You’ll ...
10.31.2019 The Enneagram Made Simple with Don Miller (Enneagram 3) [S03-014] Don Miller and I have talked about the Enneagram before—mostly from a business perspective. But in this episode, I invited him to get personal and vulnerable, and he graciously obliged. Learn how self-awareness helped Don move from: - Insecure to ...
10.17.2019 Part 2, Rev. Becca Stevens on Resisting the Enneagram [S03-012] This week, Ian welcomes back Becca Stevens, the founder and president of Thistle Farms. Last week, they began to explore Becca’s resistance to the Enneagram. Today, Ian walks Becca through the process of discovering her type. This episode is full ...
10.17.2019 Mark Batterson on the Blessings of the Enneagram (Enneagram 3) [S03-013] This week I welcome my friend Mark Batterson—author of 17 books including The New York Times bestseller The Circle Maker, founder and lead pastor of National Community Church, and an Enneagram 3. Mark gets personal about his ministry and his ...
10.10.2019 Part 1, Reverend Becca Stevens on Resisting the Enneagram [S03-011] Not everyone will rush toward the Enneagram with enthusiasm. In fact, afraid of being labeled, some people can be really resistant to exploring the Enneagram at all. And that's the case with today's guest. In part 1 of this 2-part ...
10.03.2019 Molly Fletcher on the Enneagram as a Game-Changer (Enneagram 3) {s03-010] Enneagram Threes tend to be highly-successful, competitive, multi-tasking machines who have difficulty slowing down. But what happens when Threes learn to trust that if they just stop 'doing' that everything will still be taken care of? Today’s guest, trailblazer Molly ...
09.26.2019 Jon and Tristen Collins on the Enneagram and Why Emotions Matter (Enneagram 5 and 2) [S03-009] Each Enneagram type approaches feelings from a different angle. Some types can be really in touch with their feelings, while others seem out of touch with their feelings. On today’s episode, our guests Jon and Tristen Collins talk about “Why ...
09.19.2019 Enneagram and Coffee with Sarajane Case (Enneagram 7) [S03-008] On today’s episode, Founder of Enneagram and Coffee, Sarajane Case, opens up about how the Enneagram has helped her navigate the joys and sorrows of life, release the grip on her high-vibration lifestyle, and enabled her to sit in the ...
09.12.2019 Allison Fallon on Articulating Your Inner Landscape with the Enneagram (Enneagram 4) [S03-007] Enneagram Fours have a unique awareness of their feelings and are highly attuned to their environment. Their gift of connecting deeply with others allows them to see the beauty in all things and to give language to experiences for which ...
09.05.2019 Knox and Jamie on Pop Culture and the Personality (Enneagram 5 and 7) Our guests today are hilarious, smart and up on the Enneagram. Cohosts of the popular Popcast, Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden join Ian in a conversation about self-awareness, the dynamics of working together as an Enneagram 5 and 7, and ...
08.29.2019 Part 2, Mike Pacchione on Public Speaking and the Enneagram [S03-005] Last week, speaking coach Mike Pacchione walked through the speaking, or the communication styles, of the first three Enneagram types and how each type can leverage their gift and what to watch out for. Tune in today for part 2, ...
08.22.2019 Mike Pacchione on Public Speaking and the Enneagram, pt. 1 (Enneagram 9) [S03-004] Have you ever thought about what makes a great speech or presentation? Whether you’re speaking to thousands this weekend, you're speaking to the Rotary Club, or you just want to be a better communicator in the workplace, your Enneagram type ...
08.15.2019 Best of Season 2: Challenging Your Narrative with Ryan Stevenson [S03-003] Though we can’t manufacture great conversations here on Typology, every now and then we do get to experience something deeply vulnerable and truly magical as we did in this episode with singer/songwriter, Ryan Stevenson. So, tune in as we celebrate ...
08.08.2019 Best of Season 2: Instincts and Subtypes with Aaron Niequist [S03-002] With so many of our listeners asking about subtypes on a daily basis, we decided to celebrate the end of Season 2 with this replay of Aaron Niequist and Ian discussing instincts and subtypes and using them as another way ...
08.01.2019 Dr. Richard Lindroth, Developing Your Emotional Side as an Enneagram Five [S03-001] Others often perceive the interior world of the Enneagram Five, or The Observer, as mysterious. The Observer can appear to not have or be in touch with their emotions. This is simply not the case. Listen as our guest, Dr. ...
07.25.2019 Part 2 of Johnnyswim: The Enneagram and Abner (Type 7) and Manager Jay King (Type 4) [S02-052] In part two of our interview with JOHNNYSWIM, Abner and Amanda’s manager Jay King joins the conversation and shares how the Enneagram has impacted their personal and working relationship.
07.18.2019 Part 1 of Johnnyswim: The Enneagram and Abner (Type 7) and Amanda (Type 9) [S02-051] What does it sound like when an Enneagram 7 (The Enthusiast) feels safe enough to reveal his true vulnerability? Tune in as JohnnySwim’s Abner and Amanda explore their deeper side and talk with Ian about how the Enneagram has played ...
07.11.2019 Carey Nieuwhof on the Enneagram and Self-Leadership, part 2 (Enneagram 8) [S-2-050] In part two, Carey and Ian continue their discussion with tips on how leaders can manage anxiety and avoid burnout. Carey Nieuwhof is a former lawyer and founding pastor of Connexus Church. He’s the author of several best-selling books, including ...
07.03.2019 Seven Core Challenges of Leadership, feat. Carey Nieuwhof (Enneagram 8) [S02-049] How can leaders understand themselves and the world in which they live so they can be optimal in their various roles? One of the first steps is to strengthen self-leadership because you can’t successfully lead others unless you can first ...
06.27.2019 There's Power in Peace, feat. Lysa Terkeurst (Enneagram 9) [S02-048] Enneagram Nines are adaptable, supportive, and easygoing. Their "go with the flow" attitude serves their need for internal and external peace at all times. To keep this peace, Nines often over-accommodate others in a unconscious effort to avoid conflict, and ...
06.20.2019 Leveraging Differences to Motivate Your Team with the Enneagram, Boosterthon's feat. Chris Carneal and Stan Holcombe (Enneagram 7 and 6) [S02-047] Chris Carneal, founder and CEO of Boosterthon (Enneagram 7) plans for adventure while his CFO, Stan Holcombe (Enneagram 6) plans for dis-adventure. So how do these two leverage their differences to grow their company 800% over the past eight years? ...

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Typology episodes:

Dr. Curt Thompson on the Enneagram and Shame

Chuck Degroat on the Nine Faces of Narcissism [S03-043]

Fulfillment NOT Achievement with Molly Fletcher (Enneagram 3) [S03-042]

Enneagram and Parenting Insights from the Olricks [S03-041]

Dave Hollis on Growth and Fulfillment with the Enneagram [S03-040]

Dr. Russell Moore on the Enneagram and Morality [S03-039]

Enneagram as a Tool for Families with Justice Skinner (Enneagram 6) [S03-038]

Author Brian McLaren on Internal Friendship (Enneagram 4) [S03-037]

ABC News' Paula Faris and the Typing Interview Process [S03-036]

Part 2: Pastor Louie Giglio's Insights for an Enneagram 3 [S03-035]

Pastor Louie Giglio: New Insights for an Enneagram 3 [S03-034]

Anne Bogel: How an Enneagram 9 Gets Decisive

Mailbag Thursday: An Enneagram Q&A with Ian Cron [S03-032]

Hip Hop Artist PROPAGANDA reflects on the Enneagram 3 [S03-031]

Jill Phillips on the Resilience of an Enneagram 6 [S03-030]

Part 2: Author Jennie Allen on Toxic Thoughts and the Enneagram (Enneagram 7) [S03-029]

Part 1: Author Jennie Allen on Toxic Thoughts and the Enneagram (Enneagram 7) [S03-028]

Part 2: Former Governor Bill Haslam on how to live and lead as an Enneagram 3 (S03-027)

Former Governor Bill Haslam: How to Live and Lead as an Enneagram 3 (S03-026)

Author Lisa-Jo Baker Sets Boundaries as an Enneagram Two [S03-025]

Mailbag Thursday: An Enneagram Q&A [S03-024]

Betsy Miller on Accepting Fear and Anxiety (Enneagram 6) [S03-023]

Life, Family and the Enneagram with the Crons (REPLAY) [S03-022]

Holiday Gift Ideas for each Enneagram Type (REPLAY) [S03-021]

Part 2: Amanda Cook on the Sacred Rhythm of an Enneagram Five [S03-020]

Amanda Cook on the Sacred Rhythm of an Enneagram 5 [S03-019]

Part 2: John Mark Comer on Focusing his Attention (Enneagram 1) [S03-018]

Part 1: John Mark Comer on Focusing his Attention (Enneagram One) [S03-017)

Al Andrews on Facing Your Sorrows with the Enneagram (Enneagram 2) [S03-016]

Andrew Peterson and the true gifts of an Enneagram 4 (S03-015)

The Enneagram Made Simple with Don Miller (Enneagram 3) [S03-014]

Part 2, Rev. Becca Stevens on Resisting the Enneagram [S03-012]

Mark Batterson on the Blessings of the Enneagram (Enneagram 3) [S03-013]

Part 1, Reverend Becca Stevens on Resisting the Enneagram [S03-011]

Molly Fletcher on the Enneagram as a Game-Changer (Enneagram 3) {s03-010]

Jon and Tristen Collins on the Enneagram and Why Emotions Matter (Enneagram 5 and 2) [S03-009]

Enneagram and Coffee with Sarajane Case (Enneagram 7) [S03-008]

Allison Fallon on Articulating Your Inner Landscape with the Enneagram (Enneagram 4) [S03-007]

Knox and Jamie on Pop Culture and the Personality (Enneagram 5 and 7)

Part 2, Mike Pacchione on Public Speaking and the Enneagram [S03-005]

Mike Pacchione on Public Speaking and the Enneagram, pt. 1 (Enneagram 9) [S03-004]

Best of Season 2: Challenging Your Narrative with Ryan Stevenson [S03-003]

Best of Season 2: Instincts and Subtypes with Aaron Niequist [S03-002]

Dr. Richard Lindroth, Developing Your Emotional Side as an Enneagram Five [S03-001]

Part 2 of Johnnyswim: The Enneagram and Abner (Type 7) and Manager Jay King (Type 4) [S02-052]

Part 1 of Johnnyswim: The Enneagram and Abner (Type 7) and Amanda (Type 9) [S02-051]

Carey Nieuwhof on the Enneagram and Self-Leadership, part 2 (Enneagram 8) [S-2-050]

Seven Core Challenges of Leadership, feat. Carey Nieuwhof (Enneagram 8) [S02-049]

There's Power in Peace, feat. Lysa Terkeurst (Enneagram 9) [S02-048]

Leveraging Differences to Motivate Your Team with the Enneagram, Boosterthon's feat. Chris Carneal and Stan Holcombe (Enneagram 7 and 6) [S02-047]

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