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Rescue Plans and Suspension Trauma | Loui McCurley Rescue Plans and Suspension Trauma with Loui McCurley Description Episode 186: We are joined on the podcast again by Loui McCurley of PMI ropes and SPRAT (Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians). In this interview, Loui shares her invaluable insights on the critical topic of rescue plans, […]

Fall Protection | Loui McCurley Fall Protection Discussion with Loui McCurley Description Episode 185: In this episode host Phil Brown chats Loui McCurley, an expert in fall protection and rope access. She is CEO of PMI (Pigeon Mountain Industries) and original founder of SPRAT (Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians).  Topics and Questions Presented in […]

Enthusiasm and Media Training | Matt Marcus Enthusiasm For Media Training with Matt Marcus Description Episode 184: In this episode host Phil Brown is joined by Matt Marcus, the Manager of Adventure Gear and Sales at Challenge Design Innovations. With a wealth of experience and enthusiasm for the adventure industry, Matt takes us on a […]

Creative Community Building | Spud Marshall Building Community with Spud Marshall Description Episode 183: An episode about Community Building. Host Phil Brown chats with guest Spud Marshall, a creative community builder and facilitator, to explore the nuances of facilitating and harnessing the power of collective wisdom. Topics and Questions Presented in this Episode To start, […]

Accomplishment versus Achievement Accomplishment vs Achievement Differences Description Episode 182: Are there differences between accomplishment and achievement? In this episode, Phil Brown and Lisa Hunt unravel this question. First, they examine the essence of achievement, a realm where goals are often set externally, driven by the expectations and judgments of others. Then they explore the […]

Answering Your Facilitation Questions Answering Your Questions About Facilitation Skills Description Episode 181: In this episode, host Phil Brown answers the following questions submitted by listeners. Questions and Topics Presented in this Episode Is  there room for introverts in facilitation? How do you stay genuine in a “performance” profession? What is your favorite icebreaker question? […]

Camp Novice to Camp Pro | Mike Nelson Camp Novice to Camp Pro – Interview with Mike Nelson Description Episode 180: Have you ever jumped into a role with limited experience and had to learn fast? In this episode, Mike Nelson, formerly of Camp Wicosuta, joins Phil Brown and Lisa Hunt to discuss ramping up […]

Reflecting Skills and Methods Reflecting Skills & Methods – Tips to Try Description Episode 179: Reflecting is often the part of the facilitation process that can seem the most daunting and challenging. How do you draw the learning from the experiences you create? In this episode, host Phil Brown details the activities and lessons he […]

Winning the Stanley Cup | Geoff Ward Stanley Cup Win | Geoff Ward Description Episode 178: What does it take to win the Stanley Cup? High 5 has an interesting perspective to share when it comes to professional hockey teams and winning the Stanley Cup. Topics and Themes Presented in this Episode Professional hockey teams […]

Making the Organized Seem Improvised Making the Organized Program Appear Improvised Description Episode 177: Join High 5 team members Kyra Richardson (Training team) and Ryan McCormick (Edge of Leadership team), as they discuss the nuances of how they engage group participants in conversations and learning. Sometimes the start of the conversation seems a bit off […]