Polymathic Being Podcast

Michael Woudenberg

Counter intuitive insights from technology, innovation, philosophy, psychology, and more. www.polymathicbeing.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Curing Ultracrepidarianism

    Today’s topic takes a look at a potential paradox within the Polymathic mindset, where, on the one hand, there are experts who speak authoritatively outside of their expertise to the detriment of knowledge. On the other hand, our charter here on Polymathic Being involves exploring far outside of traditional silos of expertise to find counterintuitive insights. Let’s look at the cure Ultracrepidarianist miss that we Polymaths embrace. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    7 min

  2. FEB 1

    How to Fix Dating

    Today’s topic is another that names what shall not be named, in what underpins our modern dating culture. Yet, in doing so, we can make it better by excising some of the worst expectations and behaviors that plague the dating world. Let’s grapple with this situation and see how we can improve it. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    14 min

  3. JAN 25

    Natural Paths

    Today’s topic looks at the benefits and risks of natural paths, that is, those flows in life that we sometimes follow without knowing, or block without understanding. Both behaviors lead to risk, and only by understanding and investigating can we find the proper balance. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    7 min

  4. JAN 18

    Improving Servant Leadership

    Today’s topic tackles the common tendency to correct destructive leadership behaviors by renaming the goal. This is the challenge with Servant Leadership, where the rebranding is both unnecessary and leads to something just as destructive as what they wanted to avoid. Thankfully, there’s a balancing point we can find to unlock true leadership and reinvigorate our teams. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    8 min

  5. JAN 11

    Embracing Bromance

    Today’s topic explores the male loneliness epidemic from the angle of the loss of masculine physical touch. We’ll uncover two surprising drivers and wrangle with the implications while we search for a way to reconnect the men for an improved society. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    15 min

  6. JAN 4

    Facing Your Demons

    Today’s topic provides practical insight for dealing with the things that hold you back from exploring, creating, and learning. We name your worst enemy, identify the drivers, and then provide a compilation of skills, insights, and tools to help fight. Let’s dive in! Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    6 min

  7. 12/21/2025

    Mixing Mental Arts

    Today's topic takes Mixed Mental Arts to the next level by demonstrating how to begin fusing some of our foundational concepts into more advanced applications. It’s a master class for surviving the chaotic octagon of life, full of practical applications. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    8 min

  8. 12/14/2025

    The Meek Warrior

    Today's topic challenges us to be capable, dangerous, and meek. To manage that balance, we’ll uncover the truth about meekness, explore examples from the military, and then provide insights on how to become a finely honed, lethal power. Get full access to Polymathic Being at www.polymathicbeing.com/subscribe

    6 min
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Counter intuitive insights from technology, innovation, philosophy, psychology, and more. www.polymathicbeing.com

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  • Creator
    Michael Woudenberg
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    186
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michael Woudenberg
  • Show Website
    Polymathic Being Podcast