In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Guillaume Vermette about his work as a therapeutic clown, using theatre, emotion, and deep listening to build human connection in long-term care homes. While the conversation doesn’t focus directly on facilitation, the skills Guillaume shares are highly relevant to facilitation practice.

Beth and Guillaume also talk about:

• Listening beyond words to honour people’s emotional realities
• The power of non-verbal communication and presence
• Working in pairs to create more opportunities for connection
• The five core qualities of clowning and how they relate to being human
• How authenticity and lightheartedness can impact well-being

Engage with Guillaume Vermette

• Website: https://www.GuillaumeVermette.com
• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guillaumevermette
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guillaumevermette/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clownhumanitaire

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• Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com

Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom:

• Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bcblearning.com
• Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design
• Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage
• Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn

Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions