The Learning Culture Podcast

Andrew Barry
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The Learning Culture Podcast

Join your host Andrew Barry, the Founder and CEO of Curious Lion, as he interviews learning leaders practicing the cultivation of Learning Culture; experts who tease out critical theoretical components of this idea; and shares learning nuggets from real-world experiences, and our own research and writing.By following along, you’ll learn:• How a shared vision sets the tone for a Learning Culture. • How shared assumptions determine our current reality. • How shared stories foster commitment to a Learning Culture. • How shared experiences, or Cohort Learning Experiences to be specific, instill the practice of a Learning Culture.Stay curious, my friends.

  1. #101 - Managerial Excellence: From Self-Growth to Team Impact with Stefani Okamoto

    JAN 3

    #101 - Managerial Excellence: From Self-Growth to Team Impact with Stefani Okamoto

    Send us a textWelcome to another enlightening episode of The Learning Culture Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have Stefani Okamoto, a veteran in global learning and development with over 23 years of experience at Microsoft, joining us. Stefani has made waves in transforming corporate cultures, particularly with her work under the "Model Coach Care" framework emphasizing inclusive leadership, empathy, and care.In this episode, Stefani delves into her current role at ServiceNow, where she imp...

    50 min
  2. #100 - Building Creative and Inclusive Cultures: Insights from Ingrid Hu Dahl

    JAN 3

    #100 - Building Creative and Inclusive Cultures: Insights from Ingrid Hu Dahl

    Send us a textWelcome to another enlightening episode of The Learning Culture Podcast! In today's episode, we sit down with the inspirational Ingrid Hu Dahl, a founder, CEO, and expert in leadership and inclusion. Ingrid delves deep into her unique framework for listening, highlighting the importance of empathetic, non-judgmental engagement to foster creativity and growth. Together, we explore the intricate connections between ego, fear, and early judgment, and how these elements can stifle i...

    43 min
  3. #99 - Stepping Out of Comfort Zones and Bridging Gaps in Leadership with Jennifer Butler

    JAN 3

    #99 - Stepping Out of Comfort Zones and Bridging Gaps in Leadership with Jennifer Butler

    Send us a textWelcome to another insightful episode of The Learning Culture Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Jennifer Butler, a passionate advocate for leadership growth and human development. Throughout the conversation, we explore the importance of creating impactful learning environments, whether through dramatic initiatives or practical, everyday experiences. Jennifer emphasizes breaking traditional expertise boundaries, fostering internal networks, and balancing the pu...

    49 min
  4. #98 - Human First, Leader Second: Self-Compassion as a Leadership Tool with Massimo Backus

    JAN 3

    #98 - Human First, Leader Second: Self-Compassion as a Leadership Tool with Massimo Backus

    Send us a textWelcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Learning Culture Podcast! Today we’re diving deep into the transformative power of self-compassion in leadership with our special guest, Massimo Backus. Massimo, a pioneer in advocating for more human-centric leadership, shares insights from his upcoming book, "Human First, Leader Second." Together, we explore the radical shift away from the myth of perfection and control, toward embracing vulnerability and kindness in bot...

    51 min
  5. #97 - Becoming an Expert with Lisa Hammack

    12/02/2024

    #97 - Becoming an Expert with Lisa Hammack

    Send us a textIn today's episode, we sit down with Lisa Hammack for an insightful conversation that delves deep into the pivotal role of frontline managers and the dynamics of supporting team success. Lisa reflects on her pioneering work at Oracle, where she developed the Global Sales Leader Academy amidst a significant shift from on-premises to cloud-based solutions. The conversation explores leadership forums, town halls, and how involving everyone in strategic decisions fosters a robu...

    41 min
  6. #96 - The Intersection of Empathy and Leadership with Tekeisha Zimmerman

    12/02/2024

    #96 - The Intersection of Empathy and Leadership with Tekeisha Zimmerman

    Send us a textToday, we are joined by Tekeisha Zimmerman, who leads Professional Development for the People Team at Expedia. In this episode, Tekeisha shares her journey in a role intentionally created to foster growth among talent development professionals. Tekeisha also reflects on her transformative experience at Amazon, where she honed her skills in a high-pressure, customer-centric environment, learning valuable lessons in resilience, innovation, and leadership. We discuss the impor...

    45 min
  7. #95 - Cultivating Self-Efficacy and Authentic Leadership with Courtney Nall

    12/02/2024

    #95 - Cultivating Self-Efficacy and Authentic Leadership with Courtney Nall

    Send us a textIn today's episode, we speak with Courtney Nall, a distinguished leader with profound insights into organizational change, leadership, and learning theory. Together, they explore the transformative power of feedback, the importance of self-efficacy, and the value of genuine collaboration in both professional and personal domains.Additionally, Courtney delves into her passion for ultra marathon running and its surprising parallels to the work environment, highlighting the importa...

    36 min
  8. #94 - From Values to Action: Al Dea on Leadership and Organizational Change

    12/02/2024

    #94 - From Values to Action: Al Dea on Leadership and Organizational Change

    Send us a textToday I have the pleasure of sitting down with the dynamic Al Dea. Al is a seasoned expert in leadership development and the founder of his own consultancy, The Edge of Work. In this episode, we dive deep into Al's journey from attending conferences with his father at a young age to becoming a thought leader in the corporate and consulting world.We explore the essence of leadership, the importance of fostering a collective mindset, and the challenges of aligning individual and o...

    26 min
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Join your host Andrew Barry, the Founder and CEO of Curious Lion, as he interviews learning leaders practicing the cultivation of Learning Culture; experts who tease out critical theoretical components of this idea; and shares learning nuggets from real-world experiences, and our own research and writing.By following along, you’ll learn:• How a shared vision sets the tone for a Learning Culture. • How shared assumptions determine our current reality. • How shared stories foster commitment to a Learning Culture. • How shared experiences, or Cohort Learning Experiences to be specific, instill the practice of a Learning Culture.Stay curious, my friends.

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  • Creator
    Andrew Barry
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    137
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Learning Culture Podcast
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