The Learning Geeks Podcast
The Learning Geeks podcast is dedicated to those that passionately support the world in experiencing better learning. The podcast is hosted by three learning professionals - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson. In each episode, we dedicate time to talk about the things impacting the learning world including new science, approaches, technologies, and ideas. Guests will appear, popular games and movies may be discussed, and geeks will laugh.
Episodes

Tuesday Nov 05, 2019
Tuesday Nov 05, 2019
The Geeks are recording live at Learning 2019 in Orlando, Florida in front of a “studio audience”. In Segment 1 of their show, the Geeks welcome special guest Elliott Masie to discuss Storytelling in Learning and why it’s one of Elliott’s top trends in learning. RESOURCESYou can learn more about Elliott at https://masie.com/CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Tuesday Nov 05, 2019
Tuesday Nov 05, 2019
The Geeks are recording live at Learning 2019 in Orlando, Florida in front of a “studio audience”. In Segment 2 of their show, the Geeks welcome special guests Caro Paduch and Carey Paquette to discuss the agile mindset, agile coaching, and additional lessons learned from their Learning Organization's shift to agile. CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Tuesday Nov 05, 2019
Tuesday Nov 05, 2019
The Geeks are recording live at Learning 2019 in Orlando, Florida in front of a “studio audience”. In Segment 3 of their show, the Geeks welcome studio guests Matt Houck and Doug Holt for a special Q&A on how the Geeks do podcasting. We discuss our format, how we plan, how we record, and how others can bring podcasting into their own environment. CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Lauren Hodges (Ed. D.) joins the Geeks to discuss Health and Science within learning. Lauren is a professional trainer, performance coach, researcher, and consultant who has spent years practicing and applying new ways in which we can approach learning in a more holistic way. Lauren and the Geeks discuss energy management, purpose driven learning, recovery moments, learning with emotion, digital detox, wellness tech for good, and more! Be sure to tune in and take your breaks while you listen!ABOUT LAURENYou can find Lauren at grasshoppertraining.com and drlaurenhodges.com. CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
After reading ‘Essentialism’ by Greg McKeown, Dana found a direct application to our Learning world. As the author states, “our society has been consumed by the undisciplined pursuit of more…” So in this episode, the Geeks unpack the core principles of Essentialism and discuss why adopting a mindset on an Essentialist can help us be better teachers, designers, learners, and colleagues. CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Sunday Sep 08, 2019
Sunday Sep 08, 2019
Providing our learners with more practice opportunities is always a good thing, but when do certain situations require more serious engagement versus a playful one? The Learning Geeks kick off the show discussing this topic after Bob shares a recent discover when moving from a more classic role play simulation, to one that is more game-based. To close the show, Dana introduces the concept of Essentialism and previews the impact on learning. The Geeks plan to discuss this topic more in depth in our next episode, so check out the book Essentialism by Greg McKeown for a preview!CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Wednesday Aug 21, 2019
Wednesday Aug 21, 2019
The Geeks are finished with their Summer breaks and crazy travel schedules to officially kickoff Season 2 of the Learning Geeks podcast. The guys recap their summer tales, share what they’ve been learning, and explain why the best educators can appear when you least expect it. We look forward to a fun season and can’t wait to enjoy the learning geekiness with you all. CONNECT WITH USIf you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com. DISCLAIMERAll thoughts and views are of our own.AUDIO CREDIT"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
Summer is here and our PTO and traveling schedules have made us take a summer break. However, the Geeks got together from all over the galaxy, to record a special episode to talk about Learning Experience Design. Bob is vacationing in Batuu and is sharing the planet's secret on how to immerse your guests taking advantage of our senses, imaginations, and emotions. So many lessons we can learn as learning professionals!Starting in August 2019, we will return to our normal schedule and have plenty of guests lined up. If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter, or other channels!All thoughts and views are of our own. Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Friday Jun 14, 2019
Friday Jun 14, 2019
All of us in the learning and education profession are asked to innovate, but this can take time, requires support, and doesn’t always have a clear path. So when we’re asked to innovate, how do we do it? The Learning Geeks try to tackle these questions and share tips, successes, and failures that we can all learn from to create the future of learning. If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter, or other channels!All thoughts and views are of our own. Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading

Monday May 20, 2019
Monday May 20, 2019
Before Dana heads off to ATD International Conference, the Learning Geeks dedicate another episode workshopping a new design challenge - how do we better articulate the learner experience to our stakeholders and sponsors? The Geeks discuss journey design, mapping, energy, and even the hero’s journey. Also, If you’re at ATD ICE, stop by and say hello to Dana. He will be presenting Wednesday at the “ATD Forum 5: Be the Hero Benchmarking Learning in the Future” session. If you have a design challenge that you would like to discuss, or even participate live on the show, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter, or other channels!All thoughts and views are of our own. Audio Credit: "Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading