Today we’re revisiting two conversations, one with Matthew Lunn from Pixar and another with Todd Herman, author of The Alter Ego Effect, to explore how we can develop our imagination.

TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:

• How Matthew Luhn’s parents nurtured his imagination
• What happens in our brain when we are in a state of play
• The power of letting go of outcomes to unleash your best ideas.

PREVIOUS INTERVIEWS MENTIONED:

• Matthew Luhn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-65jOrpPlA&t=852s
• Todd Herman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRiKFGs7pck&t=2186s

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Powerful storytelling is not just about what you choose to say, but HOW you say it. Mike Ganino, the secret weapon behind some of your favorite professional speakers, joins us today to walk us through how to use our physical bodies to tell parts of the story that words alone never could.

Mike shares what it takes to go from a “good” speaker to a great one, how to use your quirks as strengths, and why we have far more choices in how we show up, not only on stage but in the world, than we often believe.

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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:

• How to go from a “good” speaker to a “great” speaker
• Using your quirks wisely, intentionally, and as an asset
• Why we have far more choices in how we show up than we often believe

CONNECT WITH MIKE GANINO:

• Website: https://mikeganino.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeganino/

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If you feel a deep calling but are absolutely terrified to switch careers, this is for you.

Mark Shiiba was working on nuclear reactors aboard an aircraft carrier when he made the bold decision to leave the Navy and share his music with the world. I discovered him on Season 26 of The Voice, fell in love with his music, and immediately noted his old soul. I had to bring him on to talk about all things spirituality, creativity, and what it means to make the bold, friggin' choice to lean all the way in.

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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Self-mastery vs. flow and creativity
• Navigating next steps when you don’t have an example
• Leaning into the work (no one is coming to save you)
• Balancing writing for your audience vs. yourself (they keep you honest)
• Morality and the pursuit of your dreams

CONNECT WITH MARK SHIIBA

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markshiibamusic
• Website: https://markshiiba.com/

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