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Challenging Gender Roles In Outdoor Education | Dr. Steve Sassaman Challenging Gender Roles In Outdoor Education | Dr. Steve Sassaman Description: Episode 256: This conversation explores the challenges and dynamics of gender roles and expectations in outdoor education. Dr. Steve Sassaman shares personal experiences and insights on how societal norms influence behavior in outdoor settings, the […]

Why Do Most Icebreakers Fail? | Mark Collard Why Do Most Icebreakers Fail? | Mark Collard Description: Episode 255: In this conversation, Phil and Mark Collard (Playmeo) delve into the critical elements of effective icebreakers and team-building activities. They explore why many icebreakers fail, emphasizing the importance of fun, interaction, and creating a non-threatening environment. […]

5 Tips to Ease Conference Presentation Nerves 5 Tips to Ease Conference Presentation Nerves Description: Episode 254: In this episode, Phil reflects on his recent conference presentation experience, sharing five key strategies to ease anxiety and enhance effectiveness when presenting at workshops. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with attendees, choosing scalable activities, focusing on […]

High 5 Retreat 2024 | Guess the Staff High 5 Retreat 2024 | Guess the Staff Description Episode 253: In this episode, Phil Brown and Lisa Hunt engage in a fun guessing game where they explore memorable moments and guilty pleasures shared by the High 5 staff. This is an episode produced for our staff […]

The Experience of Learning | Professor Colin Beard The Experience of Learning | Professor Colin Beard Description: Episode 252: In this conversation, Phil and Professor Colin Beard delve into the evolving landscape of experiential learning, discussing its significance, challenges, and the role of educators. They explore the importance of understanding the learning experience, the impact […]

The Top 5 Props We Never Leave Home Without | Mark Collard The Top 5 Props We Never Leave Home Without | Mark Collard Description: Episode 251: In this conversation, Phil Brown and Mark Collard discuss the essential props that facilitators should carry to enhance their sessions. They explore the versatility and functionality of these […]

Creative Confidence and Why Arts Matter in Schools | Jo Lee Creative Confidence and Why Arts Matter in Schools | Jo Lee Description: Episode 250: In this conversation, Phil Brown and Jo Lee explore the concept of creative confidence, its roots in drama education, and the importance of arts in fostering self-worth and community. Jo […]

Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool Description Episode 249: In this episode, Phil shares his thoughts on various topics related to training and experiential learning. He recounts an incident involving an Apple Watch that mistakenly called 911 during a climbing session, emphasizing the importance of understanding technology’s impact on […]

Building a Career in Mountain Guiding | Dave Searle Building a Career in Mountain Guiding | Dave Searle Description: Episode 248: In this conversation, Phil Brown and Dave Searle explore the journey of leaving England for a life in the mountains, the challenges and rewards of building a career in outdoor guiding, and the importance […]

Turning Trauma into Empowerment | Brandon Peacock’s Story Turning Trauma into Empowerment | Brandon Peacock’s Story Description: Episode 247: In this conversation, Phil talks to Brandon Peacock, a trauma survivor and founder of the charity Hit the Ground Running. They discuss Brandon’s personal experience with trauma and how he has turned it into a positive […]