Experience University Podcast

Experience University Podcast
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Behavior change designer Dr. Kristin Malek (aka Dr. K) wants you to Experience U! Throughout the Experience University podcast, Dr. K will challenge you to flip what you thought you knew about events, experience, and yourself on its head.

  1. S8E11: Rural Economic Development Through Events

    05/03/2024

    S8E11: Rural Economic Development Through Events

    Tune in to this week’s episode of the Experience University podcast as we delve into the transformative power of events in rural economic development. Join host Dr. Kristin Malek as she explores the realm of ag (agriculture) tourism, cultural events, and the strategic nuances of tourism marketing with the insightful director of Visit Knox County, Stacy Miller. Discover how these events not only attract visitors but also foster community pride and economic growth. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation! Ag Tourism (1:56) Rural Tourism (3:47) Rural Events (5:34) Cultural Events (10:40) Lodging for Rural Events  (11:12) Tourism Attraction Pairings  (13:03) Promoting Pride and Community  (15:38) Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceuniversity/podcasts  Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    18 min
  2. S8E10: Event Competencies with Lydia Tobin

    04/26/2024

    S8E10: Event Competencies with Lydia Tobin

    Have you ever noticed how EVERYTHING is a funnel? In this episode, Dr. Kristin Malek, our host, and student Lydia Tobin introduce the key competencies essential for a career in events and marketing. They dive into practical insights on marketing and events, sharing the interdisciplinary benefits of their experiences. Tune in to explore unique event competencies, the connections between tourism and events, and how everything truly funnels down to something. Events and Marketing Education (4:53) Funnels (9:14) Psychology and Events (12:26) Crossovers between Events and Tourism (13:52) Encouraging Motivation (19:45) Continuous Learning (23:10) Connect with Lydia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydiatobin/  Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceuniversity/podcasts  Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    27 min
  3. S8E9: Event Psychology with Victoria Matey

    04/19/2024

    S8E9: Event Psychology with Victoria Matey

    How can understanding psychology transform your approach to event planning? In today’s episode, host Dr. Kristin Malek introduces the concept of event psychology with Event Psychology Advisor and Co-Founder of Matey Events,Victoria Matey. Together, they explore how events serve as catalysts for behavior change, emphasizing the integration of behavioral science into the event industry. Dr. K and Victoria discuss common event planning pitfalls while advocating for innovative strategies, including leveraging advice for feedback, reimagining SWAG, and employing secret attendees for authentic insights. Meeting Psychology (1:15) Why You Should Experiment (3:41) Employing Secret Attendees (11:48) Matey Events (16:08) Event Neuroscientists (19:35) Look Where Others Don’t (22:59) Connect with Victoria: Website: matey.events Event Psychology Lab (online course): eventpsychology.thinkific.com Event Psychology Club (membership and resources): eventpsychology.gumroad.com Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceuniversity/podcasts  Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    27 min
  4. S8:E8: LARPing in Events with Erika Shaefer

    04/12/2024

    S8:E8: LARPing in Events with Erika Shaefer

    Step into the immersive world of LARPing with Experience University, hosted by Dr. Kristin Malek! Discover how live-action role play transforms events, fosters authentic connections, and promotes storytelling and community building. In this episode, Dr. K and event planner Erika Shaefer explore the fascinating realm of LARPing and its application in event planning. Erika shares insights from her decade-long experience with LARPing and events, emphasizing how event planners can leverage LARPing to foster community connections. This episode also explores the unique skills event planners can cultivate through LARPing, including adaptability and creativity. What is LARPing? (1:20) Expectations vs. Reality in Events (5:40) Learning to Adapt (8:14) Incorporating LARP in Corporate Events (10:53)   Building Communities through LARP (12:22) Connect with Erika: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schaefererika/  Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceuniversity/podcasts  Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    18 min
  5. S8E7: AI Keynotes

    04/05/2024

    S8E7: AI Keynotes

    Ever wondered if event keynotes are truly driving lasting change or just offering surface-level motivation? In this episode, Dr. Kristin Malek discusses her approach to speaking on AI, Gen Z, and neuroscience, emphasizing behavior change. She shares her journey from a successful AI session for rural leaders to landing more speaking gigs through LinkedIn. Despite skepticism about her AI expertise, she emphasizes mindset shifts over technical details. She challenges event professionals to prioritize keynotes fostering behavior change and diversify breakout sessions for comprehensive learning and curiosity among diverse audiences. AI Keynote Speaking (1:26) Promoting for Behavior Change in AI Keynotes (3:18) Planning Purposeful Keynotes for Events (8:51) Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceuniversity/podcasts  Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    13 min
  6. S8E6: Exploring Engagement with Scott Gould

    03/21/2024

    S8E6: Exploring Engagement with Scott Gould

    Join us as we explore the role of authentic connection, debunk myths surrounding networking, and navigate resistance. In today’s episode, Dr. Kristin Malek and Scott Gould examine engagement, focusing on its necessity for relationships. The discussion also touches on leveraging social platforms for community engagement and experimenting with three-way connections for event success. Defining Engagement (1:55) Engagement in Events (4:02) The Rule of 3 (6:14) Engagement in Large Events (10:45) Combating Resistance (11:40) Fostering Community (14:13) Lifelong Engagement and Measuring Success (16:40) Connect with Scott Gould: LinkedIn.com/in/ScottGould ScottGould.com The Shape of Engagement Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceuniversity/podcasts Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    27 min
  7. S8E5: Building Community with Chris Catania

    03/15/2024

    S8E5: Building Community with Chris Catania

    Curious about the power of community in event planning? Tune in as Dr. K sits down with Chris Catania, a trailblazer in community development, to explore how understanding your audience and fostering shared values can revolutionize event experiences. This episode discusses the growing significance of community building in events. Chris shares his expertise on creating impactful community initiatives through understanding and valuing one's audience and the concept of shared value.  Today we are discussing: Community Building through Events (2:21) Understanding Your Audience (4:10) Measuring ROI of Communities (8:33) Community First Company and Shared Value (16:14)  Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophercatania/ Community First Company communityfirstcompany.com/free Text community first to 33777 Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org   Connect with us on our socials! Facebook: Experience University Facebook: Design, Market, and Sell-Out Your Events Instagram: @kristin.malek https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinmm/

    26 min
  8. S8E4: Building Connection with Marcus Weiss

    03/01/2024

    S8E4: Building Connection with Marcus Weiss

    Ever wondered how neurocoding and clowning intersect? In today's episode, we welcome Marcus Weiss, former member of the Blue Man Group and current clown for O in Cirque Du Soleil’. Marcus is a versatile individual with a background in acting, improv, directing, and neuro coding. He shares insights on balancing structure and spontaneity in events, introduces the concept of neurocoding for positive behavior change, and discusses his program, the Joy Experience, aimed at fostering joy and positive transformations.  Today we are discussing: Encouraging Connection in Events (3:03) Balance in Event Planning (7:21) What is nuero coding? (12:25) The Joy Experience (14:56) Fostering Connection in Everything (20:26) Connect with Marcus: https://www.themarcusweissexperience.com/  marcusweissexperience@gmail.com Instagram: Marcus Weiss Experience Facebook: Marcus Jacob Weiss LinkedIn: Marcus Weiss Visit the Experience University website for more information! www.experienceuniversity.org Connect with us on our socials! Facebook: Experience University Instagram: @kristin.malek

    24 min
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Behavior change designer Dr. Kristin Malek (aka Dr. K) wants you to Experience U! Throughout the Experience University podcast, Dr. K will challenge you to flip what you thought you knew about events, experience, and yourself on its head.

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  • Creator
    Experience University Podcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    126
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