Cultivate Curiosity: Recent Episodes
Morgan Wall
You can't predict which curiosities will grow into passions. Never spending too much time on one possibility, host Morgan Wall invites us to tap into our fascinations by planting seeds of wonder, one episode at a time.
What does it mean to figure yourself out? In today's episode, we're leaning more toward "soul searching". Understanding yourself is a lot of work, however, and there's a reason that self discovery requires a conscious effort. In today's episode, we learn about the good and the bad that comes along with spending time on you.
Job shadowing is the perfect opportunity to get a preview of what a new professional day-to-day life would look like if you switched things up. In this episode, we talk about why job shadowing is such an underutilized resource and how we can overcome the nerves of job shadowing to make use of its benefits.
Cultivate Curiosity is turning 6 months old, and do you know what that means? Shakeups are coming, and we're celebrating this change in season with a rerun of our most-listened to episode ever. Enjoy!
As fulfilling as it may feel to try new things, we have a habit of getting in our own way from time to time. In today's episode, we break down mistakes we all make when it comes to stepping out of our comfort zones.
As the seasons change, let's reflect on summer and our goals, how those worked out, and what goals we have planned for the chilly autumn and winter months ahead.
Today we're talking about the moment when preparation meets opportunity -- or as Oprah puts it: luck.
For all of the parents listening, this episode is for you. While all kids are naturally curious, some parents have reached out and asked for ways to push their kids to live a more fulfilled and curious childhood - tune in for 3 helpful tips!
Life is busy. We are constantly moving from one task to the next. Even the time we devote to our curiosities is a check on the list, and we aren't giving ourselves time to slow down and soak in the joys that come along with our passions. Today we are talking about the importance of pausing and taking in the moment -- enjoy!
In a very special episode, we hear from Scottish event planner and soulful leader, Johanna Holtan. Johanna takes us on a journey as she paints a picture of the events in her life that have led her to Scotland, and explains how insecurities and imposter syndrome can be conquered when you remember your "why".
What was mentioned in this episode:
CycleHack.com
TEDx Portobello
On Being by Krista Tippett
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Today's episode is an exciting one! This week, I'm not just talking the talk -- I'm walking to walk. I'm following my curiosities across time zones and half the country and I'm breaking down my reasons for investing my time, money - and vacation days - in an interest that isn't even paying the bills. These reasons may have you packing your bags and flying to your curiosities soon, too.
Have you fallen prey to the common misconception that a curiosity isn't worth your time if you don't think it will earn you money? We default to viewing passions that don't generate revenue as a waste of energy and a senseless way of investing our time. If it won't pay the bills, why do it?
While we need to earn a living, not all of our passions and hobbies need to contribute to it. Let's make sure we don't write off interests just because they won't increase our balance in the bank.
Do you ever wonder what your childhood self was thinking when you used to dream of all of the amazing things you could do once you grew up? At the time, our opportunities seemed endless. From entertainers to astronauts to world leaders, the sky was the limit when we were young.
In today's episode, we're breaking down our childhood aspirations to find the clues in the dreams that were pointing us to our future interests, even though we probably hadn't paid attention to these clues until now.
It's time to take a look into the world of firefighting. Mix in some jaw-dropping stories with a bit of spirituality and you get David Meyers, a full time firefighter in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He's giving us the scoop on what's it's really like living the life of a first responder, and I'm guessing a few of his stories won't be the first things that come to mind when you think of a firefighter's day-to-day duties!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
https://www.cabq.gov/fire/become-a-firefighter/albuquerque-fire-academy
Do you ever get that feeling that something has got to give? Maybe your daydreams of a different reality are becoming more and more vivid? It turns out that feelings of unrest in your current situation may actually be more than a boredom-induced itch you can't scratch. In today's episode, we will walk through 3 different signs your body is already showing that tell you it make be time for a change.
In honor of it being Father’s Day this week, I’m so excited to bring you today’s episode which is filled with fatherhood, family, and food trucks!
We have all seen food trucks around and a good portion of us are lucky enough to say that we have eaten the delectable goodies from one - or several - but can we all say we know the inner workings of the food truck business? Today, I chatted with Lucas Ballweber, co-owner and chef of Archane Kitchen, one of the tastiest food trucks in Minnesota. In this episode, we talk about the work that goes into making your food truck a fan favorite, how we can truly learn from our failures, and what a family support system means to him.
For all things Archane Kitchen, check out their website:
http://www.arcanekitchen.com/
Other resources mentioned in this episode:
The Culinary Institute of America
https://www.ciachef.edu/
Parks and Recreation Quote:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2795870/
Today I’m going to be putting myself under a microscope. It’s time to be open and honest with you guys about why I decided it’s important to be proud that I may not have it all figured out quite yet, and that can be really scary to admit! So hear I am, laying it all out on the table for you guys in hopes of this episode pushing you to welcome a reflective journey in your own lives, too.
In the kickoff to Season 2 of Cultivate Curiosity, we have the honor of picking the brain of comedy writer and satirist, Caitlin Kunkel. Episode 11 is filled with riveting conversation as we talk about the courage it takes to stand by your curiosities, why a supportive community is so important, and how the digital world allows us to expand both our horizons and our connections at the click of a button. You don’t want to miss this episode!
To learn more about Caitlin Kunkel, check out these resources:
Caitlin’s website, containing all-things-Caitlin: https://caitlinkunkel.com/
Caitlin’s newsletter: https://bit.ly/2gZwhFa
The BellaDonna: https://thebelladonnacomedy.com/
The BellaDonna Co-Founders: Carrie Wittmer, Brooke Preston, and Fiona Taylor
The Second City: https://www.secondcity.com/
New Erotica for Feminists: Satirical Fantasies of Love, Lust, and Equal Pay: https://amzn.to/2kHJa9U
Other sources mentioned in this episode:
The New Yorker: Shouts & Murmurs: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/shouts-murmurs
Reductress: http://reductress.com/
McSweeney’s: https://www.mcsweeneys.net/
Anne T. Donahue: http://www.annetdonahue.com/about/
Matt Foley: Chris Farley Motivational Speaker SNL skit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv2VIEY9-A8
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng: https://www.celesteng.com/little-fires-everywhere/
The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer: https://bit.ly/2xEPcS9
Where’d You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple: https://www.amazon.com/Whered-You-Go-Bernadette-Novel/dp/0316204269
Plume: http://www.penguin.com/publishers/plume/
Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov: https://amzn.to/2Jepqp5
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley: https://www.huxley.net/
Swing Time by Zadie Smith: https://amzn.to/2gK33hb
In the first episode of the Curiosity Class installments, we spotlight a Cultivate Curiosity listener that has emailed the show looking for advice. Alexis wants to explore the world of baking without breaking her bank, so Morgan walks her through a homework assignment that's sure to help Alexis cultivate her new curiosity.
We all know women’s fashion can range from dresses to pants to heels to flats, but did you know there’s an entire world devoted to making women’s hats?
In this episode, we hear all about millinery and following your curiosities with Anna Lee from Wokerby!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Workerby
http://workerby.com/
Ruby3 by Anna Lee
http://workerby.com/ruby3-hats/
International Millinery Forum
https://www.facebook.com/millineryforum/
Australian Royal Ballet
https://australianballet.com.au/
In this episode, we hear from Emily Brooks, who in partnership with her husband and her brother-in-law runs the Fargo Pinball Club in Fargo, ND. They host pinball tournaments and leagues and they are pretty up to speed with the world of pinball. Tune in as we discuss the pinball community, Stern Pinball distribution, and Zombie Yeti.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Krueger Construction
http://www.kruegerbuilt.com/
Pinball Expo
Chicago, IL
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Pinball_Expo
West Fargo Fireworks Display
Pyrotechnics Guild International
https://www.fargomoorhead.org/event/pyrotechnics-guild-international/
Zombi Yeti
http://www.zombieyeti.com/
Elizabeth Gilbert interview with Marie Forleo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyUYa-BnjU8
To learn more about the Fargo Pinball Club, check out:
https://www.fargopinball.com/
https://www.facebook.com/fargopinball/
This episode's business spotlight is pulling out all the stops. It is both an online store and a pop-up shop!
We are going to be closing out our Digital Business 3-part mini series with the dynamic duo, Kayla and Piet van Rensburg, founders of Dak and Co. They are going to walk us through the unique strengths they both bring to their partnership and how they've found the beauty in the peaks and valleys of running a business. Resources mentioned in this episode:
Coté Creative https://www.cotecreative.co/ Women's Leadership Program Center for Business and Technology, Bismarck, ND http://trainingnd.com/women-owned-business Co.Starters Program Emerging Praire, Fargo, ND http://www.emergingprairie.com/business-development-program-co-starters-launches-in-fargo/ Folkways, Fargo, ND https://www.folkways.co/ Artist Incubator Arts Partnership, Fargo, ND http://theartspartnership.net/apt/ Makewell, Bismarck, ND
http://www.wearemakewell.com/ University of Mary, Bismarck, ND http://www.umary.edu/ All things Dak and Co:
https://shop.daklife.co/ https://www.instagram.com/dak_life/ https://www.facebook.com/Dakandcolifestyle/
It doesn't take much to get lost in the beauty of rivers and streams, but did you know there's often a group of people responsible for keeping them pristine?
In this episode, we plunge ourselves into streamkeeping. We will hear from Amanda Semenoff, a member of the Sapperton Fish and Game Club, all the way from New Westminster Northeast, British Columbia, Canada. Amanda lives on an urban river that was declared dead in the 1960's, but through years of incredible work the community has significantly restored this river to a thriving ecosystem.
Things we mentioned in this episode:
Evergreen.ca https://www.evergreen.ca/ Streamkeepers Organization Worldwide
Social media is here and it’s not going away, so maybe you should start using it the relationship building way.
In this episode we hear from Kirsten Jensen, founder of Next Action Digital, as she breaks down social connection. Kirsten believes that social media is meant to be a person-to-person exchange, and that our brand stories are best told in social media by empowering our employees to connect, build relationships, and share their experience.
Resources mentioned during this episode:
Trust Agents, by Chris Brogan and Julien Smith
Heart of Tomorrow Scholarship Program, funded by Sanford Health
Employee Advocacy ebook, by Neal Schaffer
http://wersm.com/5-stats-that-prove-employee-advocacy-is-crucial/
RDO Equipment Co.
Youtility, by Jay Baer
Big Magic, by Elizabeth Gilbert
Next Action Digital social handles:
https://www.facebook.com/NextActionDigital/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-action-digital
https://twitter.com/nextkirsten
https://twitter.com/NextActionDgtl
Creativity and imagination are one and the same, and they’re both taken to new heights when building a board game.
We awaken our inner child in this episode as we explore the world of board game creation. We will hear from Branwen Zakariasen, a board game creator with the experience and knowledge we need to learn everything we can about this fascinating process.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
A Theory of Semiotics by Umberto Eco
The Landlord’s Game, patented by Elizabeth Magie
Epic Board Game Extravaganza, hosted in Indiana, US
To follow along with Branwen:
https://branwen.me/
https://twitter.com/branwenzak
Today’s entrepreneurs are rewriting the books, putting a whole new spin on athletic wear looks.
While there are infinite possibilities for anyone looking to incorporate their interests and curiosities with their desire to make a living online, in this episode we are going to be shining a light on UView Apparel, the Mirrored Motivation brand. We will hear from Ryan Sheeley, the co-founder of UView Apparel, as he dives into what it’s like to start an athletic apparel brand.
Resources mentioned during this episode:
Shopify, and ecommerce platform for online stores
BigCommerce, ecommerce software and shopping cart platform
Magento, an open source ecommerce platform
Lisa Lutz, an American author
All things UView Apparel:
https://www.uviewapparel.com/
https://twitter.com/UviewApparel
https://www.facebook.com/uviewapparel/
https://www.instagram.com/uviewapparel/
If you want to conquer your emotional and physical ups and downs, perhaps massage and self care may just be the best medicine around.
In this episode, we hear from Randi Kay Olsen, a bodywork and self care expert. She breaks down what bodywork is, how it ties into self care, and the never-ending list of benefits we can get from both.
All things Randi Kay:
http://www.naturallyrandikay.com/
https://www.instagram.com/naturallyrandikay/
https://twitter.com/therandikay
All the way from Auckland, New Zealand, we will hear from Gary Fawcett and Margaret Groot, two avid beekeepers that will kick off Cultivate Curiosity with an entire episode designated to learning all about honeybees and the art of tending to them -- beekeeping!
It feels like there is so much to learn and do in this world, but we have a lot of time to squeeze in all the information we can in this lifetime. Remember, the whole point of this show - of every episode - is to plant the seed of curiosity and maybe, just maybe, you’ll cultivate that curiosity someday and you’ll let it grow.
Resources mentioned during this episode:
Seven steps to becoming a beekeeper, Kiwimana Buzz Blog
https://kiwimana.co.nz/beekeeping-101/
3 basics to start beekeeping, Part 1 of 3, Kiwimana Buzz Blog
https://kiwimana.co.nz/essential-beekeeping-equipment/
All things Kiwimana Buzz:
https://kiwimana.co.nz/
https://twitter.com/kiwimanabuzz
https://www.instagram.com/kiwimana/