ShortForm - The Podcast

ShortForm - The Podcast

by Joe Loper

Entrepreneurship Mental Health

Season 1

Dark Mode 01 - The gloves come off

Sometimes we just need to hear the simplest version, so that's what we're going to do. Less data and facts, more rawness. In this first run we're going to talk about being a victim, making excuses and getting off our asses. Clear and to the point. Let's dig in.

Disaster Movies! What can Godzilla teach us about achieving goals?

You have to say it like it's a surprise. These are the best and worst that Hollywood produces but why do we love them? There are tried and true plot devices that keep audiences coming back for more, and we can learn from these processes, And who doesn't love a disaster click? Let's dig in.

A.I. and the terrible, horribleness of tomorrow

It's The Matrix come to life! But what's really going on and how can we navigate this new presence in our lives? The truth is usually less threatening but we have to understand the technology as it exists today. Rather than the sci-fi version that Hollywood has been scaring us with for years. And then, what do we do with this new tech. How do we make the best of it with noble intentions? Let's dig in. Types of Artificial Intelligence What is A.I.? NY Times: Chatbot Craziness

Me learning a big dose of humility. Yeah!

Well, it's been a bit of time since I dropped a new episode. So that's what we're going to chat about today. Sometimes we have ideas that we want to be grand in scope and purpose but the reality is, it all starts humbly. Regardless of what I want to do with this, I have to start much simpler. And that's the best advice there is for starting something new. Have a goal, an idea, but start as simple as possible and don't try to skip steps. Let's dig in.

New Year's Resolutions Suck (Do this instead)

It's that time in the year, promise to make all the changes that will make your life better! But does that actually work? Statistically speaking, no, it does not. But that's not the end of positive change, you can still do what you want to do. In this episode we talk about where the tradition of resolutions started, why it doesn't work, and what you can do instead. Let's dig in. History of Resolutions

"Nobody deserves to be hurt, especially not for an idea."

This week we look at Keshia Thomas and what she did in 1996, defending a man that potentially could care less that she exists at al, and the life she's lead since. What are we willing to do to create the world we want? What are we willing to stand up to? ------------------ Former Ann Arbor resident reflects on saving man from beating at KKK rally Black woman recalls day she protected alleged Ku Klux Klan member from angry mob (Keshia Thomas The black teenager who saved a kkk member from a Mob) AMA!

How Motivation Can Signal You're An Action Plan Rockstar

Why is staying motivated like trying to stay awake in Calculus? You don't to miss anything but it doesn't take long to zone out. In this episode we deconstruct this so we understand that in order to get things done, we have to focus on the process rather than wait for inspiration. This is different than the hustle/grind mindset. The longterm goal is to create a path with as little resistance as possible towards your goals. The War of Art The Motivation Myth Library of Congress Positive Psychology Let's dig in.

American Politics Suck - Seeing through false leadership and taking responsibility

Wow is this a crappy time in politics. American politics is about who can blame the opposing party or candidate the most in order to garner the largest amount of votes based on fear and hate. But who is really responsible for the continuing state of the nation, specifically the people that are voted into office? You may not like the answer. We go down the rabbit hole and discuss Jocko, George Washington and how we can suck less. Let's dig in. Jocko Willink - Strategic Thinking NASA - Climate Effects Founding Fathers View on Political Parties George Washington Farewell Address

Self doubt sucks but it doesn't have to be a dream killer.

This week we attack a common struggle, self doubt. There are a number of causes and reasons but we're going to focus what to do about it and how it's not the a reason to give up. There are 4 specific areas to focus on and I go in to detail about how to apply them starting today. You're not alone This can be a good thing You're making progress Time to alter course “Our doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt.”― William Shakespeare, Measure for Measure Let's dig in.

What are you willing to sacrifice? Exploring the hero's journey. Pt. 2

In order to be a leader in your everyday life, which is the overarching theme of this podcast, you need to have some agency in your life first. This week we wrap up what it takes to achieve your goals, or at the very least, what are you willing to do to make change happen? The goal is always to have more say in what happens in your life which then bleeds over into bettering your world. I use Dan Harmon's story circle to explore what we need to do to get what we want and how to be better prepared for the challenges that always arise. There are 8 parts to the journey and we breakdown the last 4 this week. Find The Take Return Change Let's dig in. https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/dan-harmon-story-circle/

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