What Drives You

08/04/2021

Season 2 Episode 14 Anxiety Returning to Work? More AI Talk and Finding Needles.

On this week's episode we will be talking about people experiencing anxiety about returning to the workplace. We will also continue the discussion about companies using A.I. to hire applicants. And then we will talk about our question of the day: Why do we hang on to cliches?

01/04/2021

Season 2 Episode 13 Compassion Fatigue versus Burnout, Job Searching Woes, and Collecting Stuff

Today, we are continuing a discussion based on last week’s talk about burnout. What is Compassion Fatigue and is it different than burnout? We will also talk about why searching for jobs can seem so soul sucking. And, finally, our question of the day: Why do humans collect things? Join us this week to find out why we do the things we do.

31/03/2021

Season 2 Episode 12 Burnout and Boundaries, Discriminating A.I., and Social Media

On today’s episode we will be talking about burnout and how boundaries can help keep that from you. We will also talk about the bias generated by A.I. systems that claim to eliminate bias. And, finally, our question of the day. Why is social media so addicting?

24/03/2021

Season 2 Episode 11 Language, the Spiritual Journey, and Inclusion

Today we are chatting with Rev. Dr. Mark Heilshorn about the need and desire for the spiritual growth of the human being. Then we will talk about how the development of language can take away from other forms of communication. And, finally, our question of the day: Why is Inclusion so difficult?

11/03/2021

Season 2 Episode 10 Anxiety, Introverts, Dreams, and Change

On this week's episode we talk about Change and why we resist it. We also talk about a fascinating study that suggests that introverts may have more difficulty recognizing faces, which is a common side effect of anxiety. Then we talk about the question of the day: Why do we dream?

03/03/2021

Season 2 Episode 9 Morality and Zoom Fatigue.

No interview this week. Today we will be chewing on the concept of morality and how we deal with it. We will also be talking about a newer phenomenon that you might have experienced: Zoom fatigue. And, finally, our question of the day is reminiscent of last weeks: Why are we nosy?

25/02/2021

Season 2 Episode 8 Introverts vs. Extroverts

This week we talk with Elise Pearce from New Orleans, Louisiana, an Occupational Therapist turned Coach working with women with anxiety. Then, we will chat about Introversion and Extroversion and what that means. Then, we talk about the question: Why do we gossip?

20/02/2021

Season 2 Episode 7

On this week's show, we are talking to Paul Leviton, a Health and Wellness Coach out of New York. Then we will talk about Time and how we perceive it. And then, afterward, the Question of the Day: Why are we scared of the dark?

04/02/2021

Season 2 Episode 5

On this week’s episode, we talk to Sam Dyer from the UK about Purpose and Fire Walking. We then talk about what emotional outbursts are and why we have them. Then, the question of the day: Why don’t people mind their business. The answer may surprise you.

28/01/2021

Season 2 Episode 4 The Masks We Wear!

On today's episode, we be talking with Doug Ferrier about his journey from roofer to coach. We will then talk about the masks we wear and some of the reasons why, and then we talk about how 'looking up' is not a lie detection.

21/01/2021

Season 2 Episode 3 Is Trump Crazy?

On this week's show, we talk again with Nathan Mumm about an odd happenstance that has occurred due to our radio show, TechTimeRadio. The topic for today revolves around the uncertainty of certainty, and then we talk about our question of the day: Is Trump Crazy?

19/01/2021

Season 2 Episode 2 The Long Conversation

In this week’s episode, my interview with fellow podcaster, Cooper Allen, turns to a thought provoking conversation that eats up all the time. We talk about many aspects of human behavior, which makes up for the normal segments. Enjoy and we will return to our normal schedule next week.

07/01/2021

Season 2 Episode 1 Is Depression a Survival Response?

Happy New Year! On today's episode, we are talking with Dawn Nardi, a domestic violence survivor, about her experiences and passion for helping others deal with the fallout from such experiences. We will also talk about a new study which potentially upends our current views on depression. And, finally, we discuss our question of the day, "Why are people refusing the vaccine for Covid19?" Join us today!

01/01/2021

Season 1 Episode 14

On this week’s episode, the last episode of the dreaded year 2020, we talk to Ruqaya Ibrahim an architect turned executive coach. Then, we will talk about what reality is and then we will move on to our question of the day: “Why don’t we keep our resolutions.” Happy New Year!

24/12/2020

Season 1 Episode 13 Who Am I?

On this week’s show, we talk with Saana Koljonen about her viewpoint of what being passionate is about. On our main segment, we are going to be talking about the Identity. And rounding out the program will be our question of the day: Why do we treat our pets like humans? Join us!

17/12/2020

Season 1 Episode 12 Cognitive Dissonance and Congruity

On this week's episode we talk to Jillian Webber on surviving and thriving after sexual trauma. Find her on Facebook and LinkedIn . On our main segment we talk about congruence and cognitive dissonance and our Question of the Day is: Why do we hate weirdos?

10/12/2020

Season 1 Episode 11 Your Mind Knows Self Defense and It's Not That Good For You!

On today's episode, we talk to Transformational Facilitator, Ryan Holsapple about his existential journey through addiction, anger, and healing. In our main segment, I go over some psychological defense mechanisms and how they play out in our reality. We also talk about how internalizing our situation can free up energy to get us out of stagnation. And, finally, our question of the day, "Why do we engage in Small Talk?" Welcome to Episode 11.

03/12/2020

Season 1 Episode 10 Cognitive Biases

On today's show, our 10th show, we have had the inevitable happen. No guest. Instead we will be talking about cognitive biases, then I have added a segment called the Consulting Corner, where I will talk a little about how to help with circling thought patterns. And, finally our question of the day: Why do we procrastinate? Thank you for joining us!

25/11/2020

Season 1 Episode 9 Trauma Talk

In today’s episode we will be talking with Mona Nyree who has a mission of informing and educating others on breaking free of generational trauma. We will then talk about trauma in our main segment, and then we will end the show with the question that has been on everyone’s mind: Why Toilet Paper? Be warned, today’s show might be uncomfortable due to the topics as we will be talking about trauma and su***de.

18/11/2020

Season 1 Episode 8 Human Behavior

On today's show, we talk with an American 'Comedian' in France. We also talk about what is the reflection of our internal world. And, finally, the question of the day: Why do we pay for gym memberships but not go?

17/11/2020

Episode 7 Values and Beliefs

Welcome to What Drives You, the show about why we do the things we do. Today we talk with Nancy Oblete of West Africa, our first international guest, who counsels couples pre and post marriage. Then, we talk about beliefs and values, what they are and why they are important. And finally, we answer the Question of the Day: How do I motivate myself to do something I don’t like?

17/11/2020

Episode 6: Emotions and Feelings

Today’s Episode has us talking about your emotions and your feelings! We chat with Stanley Aryanto of Wicked Hunt Photography and we answer the question… ur… challenge of the day.

28/10/2020

Episode 5 is here! Are you a Control Freak? You Might Be Surprised! Join us on today’s episode to find out what that means. Also, today, we are talking with Leah Moore who is on a mission to help those suffering the effects of Co-Dependency and we’ll talk about the Question of the Day!

28/10/2020

Coming up this week on What Drives You! we talk with Leah Moore who is on a mission to rid the world of Co-dependency. Listen to her story. Then, we will talk about Why YOU are a Control Freak. And, finally, we will hear the Question of the Day. Join us on Wednesday for Episode 5!

22/10/2020

On today's show we are changing up the format a bit. We'll be talking with Steve Renard of Crowned Fox Adventures and The Time That is Given Us podcast first. Then, we'll talk about why people need people and how that can suck. And, finally, we'll be talking about our Question of the Day submitted by Kimberly, "Why do people do things like jump out of airplanes or climb Mount Everest?" Join us for our ongoing discussion!

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On today’s show we are changing up the format a bit. We’ll be talking with Steve Renard of Crowned Fox Adventures and The Time That is Given Us podcast first. Then, we’ll talk abo…

19/10/2020

Coming this week, don't miss out on Episode 4, where we'll be chatting with Steve Renard of crownedfoxadventures.com and the co-host of The Time That is Given Us: a great podcast viewing the human condition through Tolkien's Lord of the Rings novel. We'll be continuing building onto the human behavior web by discussing why people need people and why that sucks as well as answering our Question of the Day.

Hope to see you there!

19/10/2020

Today we talk about the fast and lazy way your brain comes to decisions, talk to a scientist at Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center about her passion and What Drives Her, and answer the question of the day, “Why do we lie?” Join us for a different perspective on human behavior.

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Today we talk about the fast and lazy way your brain comes to decisions, talk to a scientist at Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center about her passion and What Drives Her, and answer the question of t…

13/10/2020

Episode 2: Today on the show, we talk about how you are the center of Your universe, labeling, gender reveal parties and incendiary devices. We'll talk with Jeff about his passion for films, and answer the question of the day: "why is oversharing a bad idea?"
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Today on the show, we talk about how YOU are the Center of Your Universe, labeling, gender reveal parties and incendiary devices. We’ll talk with Jeff about his passion for films, and answer …

06/10/2020

29/09/2020

Episode 1 of What Drives You! The show about why we do the things we do. Available on Youtube and coming soon to your podcast station of choice.

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In this first episode of What Drives You!, I talk perspectives about why we are seeing some of the strange and outrageous behaviors we are seeing during this Covid inspired climate. Meet a local te…