The CoolTimeLife podcast focuses on surviving and thriving in a world of work, technology, and change. Some of the episodes deal with practical things like "how to run better meetings," others look at human things like creativity, critical thinking and stress management, while still others investigate new and exciting trends in work and life, like flipped schooling, AR/VR enhanced workplaces, digital transformation and the future of work.
The episodes routinely edited to be "evergreen" to remain relevant as time goes by.
You can also check out the podcast series and easily subscribe through Apple iTunes, Stitcher, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and others or by visiting my podcast host page at Blubrry here. I have also posted transcripts of many the podcasts on LinkedIn. If you find value in these episodes, consider supporting them through Patreon.
I’d Love To Attend – Put Me Down as a “No” - Whenever events and get-togethers occur, they come up against a big problem – people’s time. We’re just not as available as we used to be, and frankly we don’t always want to go. So, what’s to be done? Are get togethers worth it anymore? | Podcast | LinkedIn
The Problem with Rockstar CEOs - Many high-profile companies these days are reflections of their superstar CEOs – people like Elon Musk and Jamie Dimon. Author Thomas Keil suggests that although they may be good for branding, just like regular rock stars, they can’t truly do it alone. | Podcast
FORTUNE's Bearded Slacker - Denying the magazine’s undeniable problems with remote workers. Published July 5, 2023.
In June 2023, FORTUNE magazine published a piece entitled "Bosses are fed up with remote work for 4 main reasons. Some of them are undeniable." Well, I'm going to deny them. | Podcast | LinkedIn article
Your Personal Career Steering Wheel - A career never should be a clear, straight highway laid out by someone else for you to follow. This is increasingly true in this age, where career mobility and self-determination are more valuable and more appreciated than ever. There has never been a better time to explore your options and Chris Fontanella is here to share his story and his wisdom. | Podcast
Welcome to the Officeverse - Have you ever thought of the word office as a verb? It changes everything, shining a light on the work we do rather than the place we do it. This is just one of many great ideas presented by futurist Bob Johansen in his new book, Office Shock. In this conversation, he shares his views on the future of work, the impact of AI on careers, the way we handle change, and much more, all through the lens of his special brand of future-back thinking. | Podcast | LinkedIn
Respectful Leadership - Why we need it now more than ever - One of the ways the workplace has changed is an increase in disrespectful leadership. Where did such disrespect come from, and what can leaders to to reverse the trend? Here’s my interview with author and leadership expert Gregg Ward. | Podcast | LinkedIn
Your Brain is Like a Bath Sponge: how balance comes from letting your brain re-expand. Creativity does not come from staring at a blank Microsoft Word page. Your brain needs to re-expand to work properly. This is why taking breaks and walking around are such powerful contributing factors to productivity. Check out my podcast: | Podcast | LinkedIn
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ChatGPT and the Bruce Springsteen Paradox | Podcast | LinkedIn
The 40 Hour Workweek meets the 40-Day Year | Podcast | LinkedIn
Can People Really Handle VR Workplaces? | Podcast | LinkedIn
The Future of Fear - How Human Reflex Stands in the Way of Digital Transformation | Podcast | LinkedIn
Crossing the Equator with Alberto - Managing distributed teams | Podcast
Life as a night owl: The challenges & bright future for those wired for the night | Podcast | LinkedIn
When "Just Get it Done" is a Good Thing to Hear | Podcast | LinkedIn
EARLIER EPISODES (Still relevant, of course!)
NUTRITION, PHYSIOLOGY AND HEALTH
Become an Elite Eating Athlete: nutrition for busy people - an interview with coach Tim Bean | PodcastLight & Dark & Winter Months: how light affects your body and your health | PodcastManaging Your Metabolism for a Better Workday |Podcast | LinkedIn
Planning for a Successful Vacation: the threefold, year-round benefits of vacations | Podcast
Vivid Dreams in Lockdown: how changed sleep patterns in lockdown have changed dreaming | Podcast | LinkedIn
Your Body: Weightlifting and Rocket Science: health strategies - an interview with Tim Bean | Podcast
PRODUCTIVITY and TIME MANAGEMENT
(The) Box of Time: how to get more done through influence |Podcast | LinkedIn(The) Calendar Crisis: why our calendars get overloaded, and what to do about it | PodcastDynamic Email and Calendar Management: using your calendar and email as proactive tools | Podcast | LinkedIn
(The) Rising Bar of Expectation: how getting more done leads to ergonomic inflation | Podcast | LinkedIn
Upgrading to a One-Week Meeting | Podcast | LinkedIn
(The) Value of Your Time: 6 ways to get more done | Podcast | LinkedIn
Workaholism, Presenteeism and Economics 101: how overwork leads to the law of diminishing returns | Podcast
Your Brain is Like a Bath Sponge: how balance comes from letting your brain re-expand | Podcast | LinkedIn
SOCIETAL CHANGE
The Slacker Barista | Podcast | LinkedIn
Daylight Savings Time and Net 60 Both Need to Die: my proposal to do away with archaic practices | Podcast(The) War in My Kitchen: Food in the 1940's - an interview with author Becky Brillon | Podcast
Surviving in a Trustless Society: Podcast | LinkedIn
TECHNOLOGY-RELATED SKILLS/FUTURE OF WORK
Digital Literacy - A Critical Survival Skill: the ability to parse information as a vital life skill | Podcast | LinkedInFive Benefits of the Work From Home Model | Podcast | LinkedIn
Forgetting How to Hitch Up a Plough: Virtual career management | Podcast | LinkedIn
(The) Future of Work & the Gig Economy: why freelancing will become more important | Podcast | LinkedIn
Getting Back on Track with Slack | Podcast | LinkedIn
Making the Case for Microlearning: we don't need multi-hour classes | Podcast | LinkedIn
It's OK to Be Human Online: an interview with design guru Howard Suissa | Podcast
Telepresence Robots and You: send your personal robot to the office | Podcast | LinkedIn
When "Just Get it Done" is a Good Thing to Hear | Podcast | LinkedIn
Why is Cyberhygiene so Hard? a look at why people hate changing passwords | Podcast | LinkedIn
The Unbearable Lightness of Being Virtual | Podcast | LinkedIn
INFLUENCE AND SOCIAL INTERACTIONHow to Make More Things Go Your Way: techniques of influence | Podcast | LinkedInI Know What You Did - the Power of Guilt: how politicians and others use guilt to influence | Podcast | LinkedIn
Influence: the ultimate productivity tool | Podcast | LinkedIn
Zoom Gloom – Lessons from Wii Island: why we need the passive presence of others | Podcast | LinkedIn
The Madness of Crowds: why does mob mentality happen? | Podcast | LinkedIn
SELF MANAGEMENT AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Persistence of Memory: What the Pandemic Taught Us About How We Remember | Podcast | LinkedIn
Driving Me Crazy: why driving or working faster doesn't work - a look at the Slow movement Podcast
(The) Importance of Knowing What You Don't Know | Podcast | LinkedInKeep Calm and Carry On: panic in the age of COVID-19 | Podcast | LinkedInModern Music and Critical Thinking: how the change in how we buy music affects thinking | Podcast | LinkedInStaying Conscious and Front of Mind: how to avoid distraction and stay focused | Podcast | LinkedInThe Amazing Me Project: depression and motivaton - an interview with author Paul Gallagher | Podcast(The) Slow Movement and You: a look at the Slow movement and my book, Cool Down | Podcast