Unserious

J.B. Skelton and Molly McMahon
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Unserious

Welcome to Unserious, a podcast that explores how creative people create and communicate to achieve uncommon results.  Join hosts J.B. Skelton and Molly McMahon as we try to have some fun with the changes that fall into our laps. Because when we can get some distance from the seriousness, we see problem spaces in new light and opportunities we might not have otherwise. And, lowering the stakes helps us take care of our teams and ourselves. Tune in and follow Unserious wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow us on Instagram at @unserious.fun.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Comedy of Foundership with Danny Frenkel

    We all love a comeback story, and live comedy is one of the biggest to emerge from the pandemic. It offer us what we crave more than ever: shared experience, community, and levity. But how does that work in an era when social media has become a comedian's most begrudgingly important platform?In this episode, J.B. and Molly talk with Danny Frenkel, founder and CEO of PunchUp Live, a platform revolutionizing how comedians connect with their audiences. From his roots in advertising to the grind ...

    34 min

  2. DEC 12

    Experiential Marketing with Judy Lee

    They say the average person sees something like 10K ads per day. A constant flood of messages and hooks, all vying for a sliver of our attention. So what does it take to be noticed? To be memorable? To be relevant? One way is to create moments that aren’t just seen, but are lived.In this episode, J.B. explores the extraordinary with Judy Lee, Senior Director of Global Brand Experiences at Pinterest. The conversation is packed with ideas for live events and experiences that work in a new era w...

    37 min

  3. DEC 5

    The Futurist Mindset with Laura McBain

    Preparing for the future doesn’t make a lot of sense at a time when the unknowns feel like they outnumber the knowns. Nowadays we encourage our young people to be quick on their feet and have transferable skills. But what if instead of waiting for the future to happen, we could take an active role in designing it? What would it take to develop the mindset, imagination, and skills, to shape futures that are equitable, creative, and sustainable?In this episode, J.B. and Molly explore the proces...

    37 min

  4. NOV 28 · BONUS

    Revisiting: The Magic of Empathy with Ryan Modjeski

    For a week devoted to gratitude, we decided to revisit this episode with Ryan Modjeski about empathy, compassion, and curiosity, originally aired on November 9, 2023. There are so many great lessons in this episode, but the most important one is that empathy is teachable. Happy Thanksgiving, US listeners!"The culture I try to build is one that is unafraid to try and the only real sin is making the same mistake over and over again." - Ryan ModjeskiConnect with Ryan on LinkedIn and on Twitter /...

    34 min

  5. NOV 21

    Movements Not Mandates with Eric Waldo

    Building a movement is truly an art form; one without a single formula or method. It takes more than strategy, and a lot more than just having a great idea. When a movement starts to click, you can feel it. The cogs begin to turn themselves, then turn each other, and the whole thing starts to move as something that’s bigger than any one of its parts. In this episode, J.B. and Molly go behind the scenes of social change initiatives with Eric Waldo, president and CEO of the District of Columbia...

    39 min

  6. NOV 14

    Adapting to New Eras with Chris Majer

    A recurring theme on this show is that of the rapidly changing world. Some thrive in the energy that fast-paced change can bring—new challenges, new ideas—while others feel overwhelmed or left behind. But it’s in these uncomfortable moments of change that we find real growth and transformation.In this episode, J.B. uncovers the elements of adaptation with corporate innovator Chris Majer, founder of the Human Potential Project and author of the best-selling book, The Power to Transform: Your N...

    30 min

  7. NOV 7 · BONUS

    Revisiting: Dynamics of Power with Ebele Okobi

    This week is election week in the United States, and power has shifted. So we're revisiting this episode with Ebele Okobi on the Dynamics of Power, originally aired on March 21, 2024. Take a listen and take good care out there."My interest in power is, how do I bring people with me? How do I use this power to create a more radically loving world?" - Ebele Okobi You can connect with Ebele on LinkedIn and Instagram. Mentioned in this episode: The Igbo have no king 2022...

    37 min

  8. OCT 31

    Influence and Persuasion with Bess Kennedy

    Everyone is trying to influence something or someone to get the outcomes they want, even when we’re not actively thinking about it. As humans we’re hardwired to persuade - at work, in relationships, negotiating dinner. Influence shapes the way we move through the world. But what is it exactly? In this episode, J.B. and Molly are joined by Bess Kennedy, former corporate litigator and the Founding Executive Director of the Aspire Public Schools Foundation to explore the elements of persuasion."...

    34 min
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Welcome to Unserious, a podcast that explores how creative people create and communicate to achieve uncommon results.  Join hosts J.B. Skelton and Molly McMahon as we try to have some fun with the changes that fall into our laps. Because when we can get some distance from the seriousness, we see problem spaces in new light and opportunities we might not have otherwise. And, lowering the stakes helps us take care of our teams and ourselves. Tune in and follow Unserious wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow us on Instagram at @unserious.fun.

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  • Creator
    J.B. Skelton and Molly McMahon
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Unserious
  • Show Website
    Unserious

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