Best Kenneth Woodward Podcasts (2025)

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Ashley Kirsner 1:40:41

12h ago1:40:41

1:40:41

Episode Notes [00:00] The Power of Vulnerability [01:57] Meet Ashley Kirsner [03:55] The Impact of Active Listening [05:02] A Transformative Call [06:25] The Magic of Open-Ended Questions [13:28] The Role of Basic Needs in Emotional Well-being [17:10] The Birth of Skip the Small Talk [25:18] The First Skip the Small Talk Event [28:39] The Evolution…

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Robert Sturman 1:23:54

8d ago1:23:54

1:23:54

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to San Quentin Experience [01:10] Welcome to Curated Questions [01:34] Content Warning and Subscription Reminder [02:33] Introduction to Robert Sturman [04:06] Robert's Journey into Photography and Yoga [04:48] First Visit to San Quentin [06:53] Media Portrayal vs. Reality of Prisons [08:31] Robert's Passion for Y…

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Benjamin Franklin's Junto 24:31

16d ago24:31

24:31

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to the Junto [00:43] Welcome to Curated Questions [01:04] Setting the Scene: 1727 Philadelphia [01:22] Meet the Junto Members [01:57] The Junto's Impact on Society [04:03] Franklin's Early Life and Influences [04:55] The Formation of the Junto [05:16] The Rules of the Junto [05:35] The Spirit of Inquiry [06:14] Th…

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Scott Johnson 1:35:40

23d ago1:35:40

1:35:40

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to Curated Questions [01:49] Introducing Scott Johnson [04:18] The Power of Questions [06:04] Conversations with Strangers [07:43] The Tattoo Conversation Starter [09:23] The Origin of 'What Was That Like?' [12:25] Jennifer Caused a Fatal Accident [16:15] Finding Guests for the Podcast [18:30] Unusual Stories and …

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Ernest Ponraj 1:10:12

30d ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to Curated Questions [00:32] Meet Dr. Ernest Ponraj [01:29] The Twist: Dentist and Artist [02:01] Tour of the Art Gallery [03:00] First In-Person Conversation [03:10] Understanding the Power of Questions [04:43] Connecting Through Questions [11:12] The Journey to Practice Ownership [12:21] Challenges and Growth in…

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Ken Woodward 35:05

1M ago35:05

35:05

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction: Seeing Through the Myth [01:06] Welcome to Curated Questions [01:28] Ken's Backstory [02:05] Rethinking American History [03:05] Discovering Hidden Truths [03:58] Impact of Redlining and Racism [05:14] The Church's Complicity [06:19] Systemic Inequality [06:52] Influential Authors [08:26] The Reality of White-Bod…

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Jeff Wetzler 51:00

1M ago51:00

51:00

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction: The Power of Questions [01:24] Meet Jeff Wetzler [03:14] The Power of Questions in Childhood [04:38] Encouraging Questions in Families [05:57] The Sacred Invitation of Questions [08:01] Quality vs. Crummy Questions [09:11] Designing Effective Questions [14:08] Listening to Learn [14:43] The Three Languages of Lis…

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Shelbie Morgan 1:02:44

2M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction: The Power of Showing Up for Yourself [01:04] Curated Questions: A Resource for Personal Growth [01:27] Introducing Shelbie Morgan: A Force for Good [02:46] Shelbie's Early Life and Parental Influence [03:41] The Role of Choices and Freedom in Shelbie's Upbringing [07:12] Volunteering and Its Impact on Shelbie's L…

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MK Palmore 1:20:06

2M ago1:20:06

1:20:06

Episode Notes [00:00 The Secret to Effective Interviewing 01:08 Introduction to Curated Questions 01:29 MK Palmore's Background and Career 03:09 Joining the FBI: Initial Expectations 03:59 The Importance of Interviewing Skills in the FBI 05:08 Military Background and FBI Training 05:55 Diverse Skills Program and Military Influence 09:39 Practical I…

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Tony Kennedy 43:34

2M ago43:34

43:34

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction and Career Advice [01:04] Host Introduction and Show Purpose [01:25] Tony Kennedy's Football Journey [02:47] Transition to Professional Football [04:05] Experiences with the Dallas Cowboys [06:32] First Impressions and Rookie Challenges [08:42] Memorable Moments and Regrets [11:59] Lessons from the NFL [15:00] Men…

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Patrick Dubois 1:31:04

2M ago1:31:04

1:31:04

Episode Notes [00:00] Understanding the Real Reason Behind Lost Sales [01:00] Introduction to Curated Questions [01:37] Meet Patrick Dubois [02:41] The Power of Questions in Sales [06:18] Patrick's Journey into Sales [07:34] Early Sales Experiences and Challenges [09:33] Transition from Veterinary Aspirations to Sales [14:02] Lessons Learned in Sal…

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Kevin Kelly 50:30

3M ago50:30

50:30

Episode Notes [00:00] The Importance of Questioning [01:21] Introduction to Curated Questions [02:20] Meet Kevin Kelly [03:56] Kevin Kelly's Mentor: Stewart Brand [05:33] The Role of Questions in Intellectual Traditions [06:47] Disequilibrium and Growth [10:21] Embodied Questions and Exploration [11:11] Balancing Exploration and Exploitation [11:50…

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Tim Molnar 1:25:48

3M ago1:25:48

1:25:48

Episode Notes [00:00]The Misleading Spark in Dating [00:47] Introduction to Curated Questions [01:35] Meet Tim Molnar: The Dating Strategist [02:21] The Power of Asking Better Questions [06:06] The Analytical Approach to Dating [08:34] Reverse Engineering Love [13:35] Picking A Date Number [15:40] Self-Awareness in Dating [18:12] Emotional Rewards …

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Dave Reynolds 1:25:40

4M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to Winning Behaviors [00:33] Welcome to Curated Questions [01:07] Meet Dave Reynolds [02:20] Dave's Leadership Journey [02:44] The Influence of Pablo [03:53] Pablo's Leadership Style [05:04] Learning from Pablo [06:44] Dave's Growth and Development [14:48] Rumin8 and Its Mission [15:09] Strategic Use of Questions …

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Lisa Wimberger 1:11:26

4M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

Episode Notes [01:13] Meet Lisa Wimberger: A Story of Resilience [06:22] The Lightning Strike Incident [08:34] Living with Seizures: A Hidden Struggle [11:01] The Turning Point: Embracing Inquiry [16:52] Discovering Neurosculpting [19:19] The Power of Neuroplasticity [21:37] Creating the Five-Step Process [24:05] Implementing the Protocol [28:30] R…

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A Fork, A Precipice, A Decision 24:42

5M ago24:42

24:42

Episode Notes [01:14] Unexpected Email from Employer [05:49] The Deferred Resignation Program [06:34] Initial Reactions and Concerns [08:01] Evaluating the Offer [08:21] Enhanced Standards of Conduct [08:55] Personal Reflections and Concerns [12:21] Seeking Advice and Making a Decision [13:01] Option One: Do Not Resign [14:56] Option Two: Resign [1…

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Chad Littlefield 1:08:36

5M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to Curated Questions [01:05] Meet Chad Littlefield [02:57] Chad's Journey with Questions [05:14] The Impact of Powerful Questions [05:40] World in Conversation [08:22] The Essence of Connection [11:31] The Role of Intention in Questions [12:16] Chad's Origin Story [20:17] The Power of Conversations [25:50] Intenti…

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Seth Godin 43:37

6M ago43:37

43:37

Episode Notes [03:47] Seth's Early Understanding of Questions [04:33] The Power of Questions [05:25] Building Relationships Through Questions [06:41] This is Strategy: Focus on Questions [10:21] Gamifying Questions [11:34] Conversations as Infinite Games [15:32] Creating Tension with Questions [20:46] Effective Questioning Techniques [23:21] Empath…

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Impactful Questions: Are You Better Off 20:50

6M ago20:50

20:50

This episode dives into the significant political question posed by Ronald Reagan during the closing moments of his 1980 presidential debate with Jimmy Carter: 'Are you better off than you were four years ago?' Ken Woodward explores the context of the 1980 political climate, marked by economic difficulties, high inflation, unemployment, and interna…

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Right Now Questions Explored 36:57

7M ago36:57

36:57

Episode Notes [00:00] Introduction to Right Now Questions [01:58] Chazz Scott: Embracing Change and Overcoming Challenges [05:31] Shreyaa and Esha Venkat: Balancing Nonprofit Work and Personal Growth [10:02] Kwame Sarfo-Mensah: Reflecting on Personal and Professional Fulfillment [11:49] Bill Reed: Lifelong Questions and Deep Connections [17:30] Liz…

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2024 Recap 23:45

7M ago23:45

23:45

Episode Notes [00:00] Reflecting on 2024: A Solo Journey [01:29] Shreya and Esha Venkat: Making a Positive Impact [02:17] Jimmy D. Smith: Mentorship and Strategic Friction [03:10] Derek Sivers: Embracing Hard Questions [04:26] Chaz Scott: Radical Self-Care and Personal Growth [05:14] Kwame Sarfo-Mensah: Identity and Cultural Affirmation [06:23] Bil…

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Shreyaa & Esha Venkat 1:49:53

8M ago1:49:53

1:49:53

Shreyaa Venkat and Esha Venkat were inspired by their parents model of serving those in need, and founded the non-profit NEST4US, that is N.E.S.T Numeral 4 U.S., as a philanthropic platform built upon kindness, generosity, and social good. With the mission of making the world better through kindness by mobilizing volunteers worldwide to advance pro…

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EbonyJanice Moore 1:21:12

8M ago1:21:12

1:21:12

EbonyJanice Moore is the founder and CEO of The Free People Project and The EbonyJanice Project. She has authored several books, and her most recent release is “All The Black Girls Are Activists: A Fourth Wave Womanist Pursuit Of Dreams As Radical Resistance.” Her Spiritual Mentorship Program, entitled “Dream Yourself Free,” is designed to support …

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Jerry Colonna 1:13:12

8M ago1:13:12

1:13:12

Jerry Colonna is a coach, writer, and speaker focusing on leadership, business, and radical self-inquiry. For over two decades, he has proposed that work should be nonviolent to the self, community, and planet. He is host of the Reboot Podcast and the co-founder of Reboot.io, a company founded on the belief that work does not have to destroy us but…

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Joe Primo 1:29:51

9M ago1:29:51

1:29:51

Joe Primo is the CEO of Grateful Living, an organization based on the work of Brother David Steindl-Rast — 98 year-old author, scholar, and Benedictine monk who is also known as the “grandfather of gratitude.” In his prior work with dying patients and grieving children, Joe encountered the deep sorrow and always-available joy that permeates our sea…

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Amy Herman 1:18:53

9M ago1:18:53

1:18:53

Amy Herman is a recovering lawyer and the founder and president of her company, The Art of Perception. Amy combines her litigation background with her training as an art historian to help a diverse clientele sharpen observation, analysis, and communication skills through a four-step framework of Assess, Analyze, Articulate, and Act. The roots of th…

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Chazz Scott 58:11

10M ago58:11

58:11

Episode Notes [00:48] Meet Chaz Scott: A Journey of Transformation [02:32] The Power of Questions and Mental Wellness [05:09] Empowering Youth Through Mental Wellness [10:29] The Role of Self-Reflection and Empowering Questions [22:03] The Importance of Self-Care and Morning Routines [27:47] Transformative Power of Morning Routines [29:15] The Impo…

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Kwame Sarfo-Mensah 1:13:51

10M ago1:13:51

1:13:51

"The way you unlearn is by first acknowledging the privileges you have." - Kwame Sarfo-Mensah Kwame is applying his dual-major Bachelor of Arts and Mathematics and Master of Education degrees from Temple University to the high calling of equipping educators with the tools to create culturally affirming classrooms where every student's identity is a…

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Bill Reed 1:23:10

11M ago1:23:10

1:23:10

"Here's the trick I've learned. Ask a question and listen to the answer." - Bill Reed Bill Reed has an impressive resume filled with leadership roles across companies such as Intuit and Northwestern Mutual in the financial arena and Sweet Fish Media, helping B2B marketers produce personality-led content. Currently, he is assisting Dwellspring to ca…

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David Pearl 1:39:54

12M ago1:39:54

1:39:54

"Share your questions. They're not as yours as you think they are.." - David Pearl David Pearl. David is a performer, author, director, and public speaker who has established himself as an innovator in business, the arts, and social change. In his early years, he sang at the Royal Opera House as the boy soprano soloist for four years. Later, he pla…

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Jimmy D. Smith 1:42:39

12M ago1:42:39

1:42:39

"Be careful of the question you ask because you're going to get a response, and you need to do something with it." - Jimmy D. Smith Smith is currently serving in dual-CEO roles. In April 2023, Smith started “Smith Advisory Consulting” after retiring as a member of the Senior Executive Service after 32 years at the Department of the Navy. A year ago…

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Cal Fussman 57:53

1y ago57:53

57:53

"I always knew from that point on that a good question could get you to the most powerful person on earth." - Cal Fussman Cal has lived an exciting and passionate life in which questions have played a key role. His experiences place him at the top of the list of the most interesting of people. He has either been there and done that himself, or hung…

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Nikki Giovanni 1:56:48

1y ago1:56:48

1:56:48

"We're very much unprepared to meet another life form because we're unprepared to meet ourselves." - Nikki Giovanni Ms. Nikki Giovanni is a titan of American poetry, activism, and education. With a career spanning over five decades, her powerful voice has shaped literature, inspired generations, and challenged societal norms. Ms. Giovanni has estab…

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Derek Sivers 1:27:16

1y ago1:27:16

1:27:16

"When I've been doing one thing or staying in one place for a while, It actively feels harmful to keep doing the same thing I've been doing." - Derek Sivers Derek is a unique human who consistently pushes the edges of convention, tests his assumptions, and embraces the new realities he finds on the other side. His identities have included musician,…

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Brian Fretwell 1:28:35

1y ago1:28:35

1:28:35

"Connection is the sharing of one person's experience, that leaves both people better" - Brian Fretwell Brian, the Founder of Finding Good, is on a mission to transform conversations. His unique methodology, rooted in the science of connection, has the power to turn listening from a transaction into a transformation. It's a beacon of hope for those…

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Steffanie Easter 1:09:00

1y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

"My biggest transition was going from asking questions from a knowledge-focused perspective to asking questions from an understanding perspective." - Steffanie Easter Steffanie Easter grew up in Durham, North Carolina, and is a proud alumnus of North Carolina State, where she earned her chemical engineering undergraduate degree and, later, from the…

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Bobby Morgan 1:31:04

1+ y ago1:31:04

1:31:04

"Our inability to ask better questions of each other, and build proximity, is the reason why we went from larger porches and shorter fences to taller fences and smaller porches." - Bobby Morgan Bobby Morgan is passionate about education and started his career teaching math in Camden, New Jersey, which was voted one of the most dangerous cities to l…

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Jenny Hegland 1:15:53

1+ y ago1:15:53

1:15:53

Jenny Hegland fosters connections and relationships wherever she lands. As a University Community Engagement Relationship Manager, golf instructor, community disaster recovery lead, and listening poet, Jenny pays sincere attention to those she engages. She has two loves; Jenny serves as the Executive Director of The Good Listening Project and co-fo…

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Austin Graff 1:12:26

1+ y ago1:12:26

1:12:26

"When you're someone's guest, one of the best ways to connect is to ask them questions and have this model of curiosity you carry about you." - Austin Graff Austin Graff has seen much of the world. Born to American parents, he grew up in Russia and Kazakhstan and returned to the United States for college in Michigan. He has lived in Washington, DC,…

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Lynn Borton 55:11

1+ y ago55:11

55:11

"Choosing to be curious is acting on the idea that there's opportunity in the unknown, which becomes an invitation." - Lynn Borton Lynn Borton is the creator and host of the podcast and Pacifica Network radio show "Choose to be Curious." Lynn is a facilitator—of conversations and transformation—with more than 30 years of experience in strategic gov…

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Pat Ennis 55:36

5+ y ago55:36

55:36

"Oftentimes people know their solutions, it is in them, we just have to ask the right questions for them to say what the solutions are." - Pat Ennis Pat Ennis is a founder and President of ENNIS Legacy Partners. He helps business owners build sellable business value, control their exit, and leave their desired legacy. Pat has extensive executive le…

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Rob Lawless 59:27

5+ y ago59:27

59:27

“It kinda felt like a punch in the gut, and felt guilty for even thinking that I could know what someone’s story was before sitting down to talk with them.” Rob Lawless Rob Lawless is on a mission to connect with strangers one on one and get to know one another for an hour. His starting goal is 10,000 conversations, and I was his 3,097th. Rob has c…

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Curated Questions Podcast Trailer 1:01

5+ y ago1:01

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The anticipated podcast compendium to the website has become a reality. Curated Questions is curating the worlds most important and interesting questions. The podcast engages experts who are implementing best practices to make the most of each question. Check out the trailer and then subscribe. Great discussions and tips will be delivered for your …

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