Madelyn Blair // Exploration, aut...
Madelyn Blair // Exploration, authenticity, and human resilience
Moon Snacks by Light Dark Light
S1 · E5
Aug 4, 2025
40:16
Episode notes

Dr. Madelyn Blair, resilience expert and former World Bank executive, joins Ed and Jessica for a fascinating exploration of curiosity, leadership, and finding your voice. Through her three film choices, Blair reveals the deep connections between exploration, authenticity, and human potential.

Her first selection, Temple Grandin, showcases the power of thinking differently and the crucial role of support systems in developing resilience. Blair draws parallels between Temple's unique perspective on cattle movement and her own approach to coaching - stepping back to truly see what others bring to the table.

Billy Elliot resonates with Blair's belief in challenging norms and finding authen ... 

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