RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a -- Rendered At Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:00:01 +0000 The Last Question https://redcircle.com/shows/thelastquestion en-US All rights reserved. Lazarus Christian...husband, father, writer...in that order? Yes, I think that's right. I don't know much but have a lot of questions and can't understand when people talk out of both sides of their mouth. 85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a Always curious, often confused.

]]> episodic no Lazarus aclazarus@proton.me false full S3E4: Professor Matt Estes | The Japanese-American Internment, Part II S3E4: Professor Matt Estes | The Japanese-American Internment, Part II 4 3 Lazarus The conclusion to Matt's and my conversation about the Internment during WWII and what it means for Americans and the world today. Not only what happened but why we should care and continue to study this period, even eighty years later... are we really so far removed from the country that incarcerated a whole 'race' of people that we're not liable to do it again? If you didn't listen to the previous episode, I highly highly highly recommend you listen to that one before this one...we don't do much of a recap but jump right in where we left off, so you might miss quite a lot by starting with Ep. 4. Matt's professional bio is available here: https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/ For books mentioned, here's George Takei's graphic memoir about his own experience during the Internment: https://amzn.to/4sARXtE And Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston: https://amzn.to/4vtz66N A great place to start learning more about the Japanese-American Internment and experience is densho.org. https://www.densho.org The conclusion to Matt's and my conversation about the Internment during WWII and what it means for Americans and the world today. Not only what happened but why we should care and continue to study this period, even eighty years later... are we really so far removed from the country that incarcerated a whole 'race' of people that we're not liable to do it again?


If you didn't listen to the previous episode, I highly highly highly recommend you listen to that one before this one...we don't do much of a recap but jump right in where we left off, so you might miss quite a lot by starting with Ep. 4.


Matt's professional bio is available here: https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/


For books mentioned, here's George Takei's graphic memoir about his own experience during the Internment: https://amzn.to/4sARXtE


And Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston: https://amzn.to/4vtz66N


A great place to start learning more about the Japanese-American Internment and experience is densho.org. https://www.densho.org

]]> <p>The <em>conclusion </em>to Matt&#39;s and my conversation about the Internment during WWII and what it means for Americans and the world today. Not only <em>what happened</em> but <em>why we should care</em> and continue to study this period, even eighty years later... are we really so far removed from the country that incarcerated a whole &#39;race&#39; of people that we&#39;re not liable to do it again?</p><p><br></p><p>If you didn&#39;t listen to the previous episode, I <em>highly highly highly </em>recommend you listen to that one before this one...we don&#39;t do much of a recap but jump right in where we left off, so you might miss quite a lot by starting with Ep. 4.</p><p><br></p><p>Matt&#39;s professional bio is available <a href="https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/" rel="nofollow">here</a>: https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/</p><p><br></p><p>For books mentioned, here&#39;s <a href="https://amzn.to/4sARXtE" rel="nofollow">George Takei&#39;s graphic memoir</a> about his own experience during the Internment: https://amzn.to/4sARXtE</p><p><br></p><p>And <a href="https://amzn.to/4vtz66N" rel="nofollow"><em>Farewell to Manzanar </em></a>by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston: https://amzn.to/4vtz66N</p><p><br></p><p>A great place to start learning more about the Japanese-American Internment and experience is <a href="https://densho.org/" rel="nofollow">densho.org</a>. https://www.densho.org</p> 95afcb4b-e942-4faf-9bc6-e9fa598689c6 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/d8d41e0b-81c0-49d1-856e-98066c7b4181 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:38 +0000 4798 false full S3E3: Professor Matt Estes | The Japanese-American Internment, Part I S3E3: Professor Matt Estes | The Japanese-American Internment, Part I 3 3 Lazarus Mark Twain once quipped that history doesn't "repeat...but if often rhymes." This week on The Last Question I talk with history professor Matt Estes about a period in U.S. history that I think is often overlooked but could be remarkably instructive in our present day. Professor Estes teaches history at Palomar College near San Diego and is a historian whose own history is interwoven with the history he studies. He's a long-time friend and once was my high school world history teacher; today he remains a go-to resource for me in my own work and today as someone well-qualified to speak to the experience of Japanese-American families imprisoned by their own country after the Japanese Empire's attack at Pearl Harbor in 1941. Matt's professional bio is available here: https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/ For books mentioned in this week's episode, here's George Takei's graphic memoir about his own experience during the Internment: https://amzn.to/4sARXtE And Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston: https://amzn.to/4vtz66N A great place to start learning more about the Japanese-American Internment and experience is densho.org. https://www.densho.org Mark Twain once quipped that history doesn't "repeat...but if often rhymes."


This week on The Last Question I talk with history professor Matt Estes about a period in U.S. history that I think is often overlooked but could be remarkably instructive in our present day.


Professor Estes teaches history at Palomar College near San Diego and is a historian whose own history is interwoven with the history he studies. He's a long-time friend and once was my high school world history teacher; today he remains a go-to resource for me in my own work and today as someone well-qualified to speak to the experience of Japanese-American families imprisoned by their own country after the Japanese Empire's attack at Pearl Harbor in 1941.


Matt's professional bio is available here: https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/


For books mentioned in this week's episode, here's George Takei's graphic memoir about his own experience during the Internment: https://amzn.to/4sARXtE


And Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston: https://amzn.to/4vtz66N


A great place to start learning more about the Japanese-American Internment and experience is densho.org. https://www.densho.org

]]> <p>Mark Twain once quipped that history doesn&#39;t &#34;repeat...but if often rhymes.&#34;</p><p><br></p><p>This week on <em>The Last Question</em> I talk with history professor Matt Estes about a period in U.S. history that I think is often overlooked but could be remarkably instructive in our present day.</p><p><br></p><p>Professor Estes teaches history at Palomar College near San Diego and is a historian whose own history is interwoven with the history he studies. He&#39;s a long-time friend and once was my high school world history teacher; today he remains a go-to resource for me in my own work and today as someone well-qualified to speak to the experience of Japanese-American families imprisoned by their own country after the Japanese Empire&#39;s attack at Pearl Harbor in 1941.</p><p><br></p><p>Matt&#39;s professional bio is available <a href="https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/" rel="nofollow">here</a>: https://pages.palomar.edu/mestes/</p><p><br></p><p>For books mentioned in this week&#39;s episode, here&#39;s <a href="https://amzn.to/4sARXtE" rel="nofollow">George Takei&#39;s graphic memoir</a> about his own experience during the Internment: https://amzn.to/4sARXtE</p><p><br></p><p>And <a href="https://amzn.to/4vtz66N" rel="nofollow"><em>Farewell to Manzanar </em></a>by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston: https://amzn.to/4vtz66N</p><p><br></p><p>A great place to start learning more about the Japanese-American Internment and experience is <a href="https://densho.org/" rel="nofollow">densho.org</a>. https://www.densho.org</p> 6be75230-20b1-4c5f-9205-34e05bc377f4 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/50935e0a-30ee-48b0-b777-9f5443592bf0 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:00:47 +0000 6388 false full S3E2: A Monk, a Senator, and a Real Hard Look in the Mirror S3E2: A Monk, a Senator, and a Real Hard Look in the Mirror 2 3 Lazarus I recorded this one sort of on a whim, though as much to maintain my self-imposed weekly rhythm as to keep a previous plan to share some words of wisdom from St. Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia. I think my encountering the experience and recent trials of Ben Sasse and his family only add urgency to the question of what I (and you?) are doing with our time remaining and whether the "evil" we're fighting is the right target for our attention. As for Mr. Sasse, you should listen to his recent interview with New York Times contributor Ross Douthat, linked here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/opinion/ben-sasse-death-pancreatic-cancer.html You can learn more about St. Porphyrios here or from the 2003 book Wounded by Love, which I read from in this episode. If you're at all curious about my writing or topics we've touched on previously, find me on Substack at The Original (aclazarus.substack.com). Thanks for listening, and/or watching, and your support. 🙏 I recorded this one sort of on a whim, though as much to maintain my self-imposed weekly rhythm as to keep a previous plan to share some words of wisdom from St. Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia. I think my encountering the experience and recent trials of Ben Sasse and his family only add urgency to the question of what I (and you?) are doing with our time remaining and whether the "evil" we're fighting is the right target for our attention.


As for Mr. Sasse, you should listen to his recent interview with New York Times contributor Ross Douthat, linked here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/opinion/ben-sasse-death-pancreatic-cancer.html


You can learn more about St. Porphyrios here or from the 2003 book Wounded by Love, which I read from in this episode.


If you're at all curious about my writing or topics we've touched on previously, find me on Substack at The Original (aclazarus.substack.com).


Thanks for listening, and/or watching, and your support. 🙏

]]> <p>I recorded this one sort of on a whim, though as much to maintain my self-imposed weekly rhythm as to keep a previous plan to share some words of wisdom from St. Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia. I think my encountering the experience and recent trials of Ben Sasse and his family only add urgency to the question of what I (and you?) are doing with our time remaining and whether the &#34;evil&#34; we&#39;re fighting is the right target for our attention.</p><p><br></p><p>As for Mr. Sasse, you should listen to his recent <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/opinion/ben-sasse-death-pancreatic-cancer.html" rel="nofollow">interview</a> with <em>New York Times</em> contributor Ross Douthat, linked here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/opinion/ben-sasse-death-pancreatic-cancer.html</p><p><br></p><p>You can learn more about St. Porphyrios <a href="https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2028/12/02/100403-saint-porphyrios-wonderworker-of-kavsokaliva" rel="nofollow">here</a> or from the 2003 book <a href="https://amzn.to/4muhJ1n" rel="nofollow"><em>Wounded by Love</em></a>, which I read from in this episode.</p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;re at all curious about my writing or topics we&#39;ve touched on previously, find me on Substack at <a href="http://aclazarus.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><em>The Original</em></a> (aclazarus.substack.com).</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening, and/or watching, and your support. 🙏</p> a9eac99b-fcc7-4bac-a4ce-c89c68c73dd4 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/08cb6011-b0d7-4fdb-b09d-2bac76e8dc04 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:26 +0000 2039 false full S3E1: Whom Shall We Hate Tomorrow? S3E1: Whom Shall We Hate Tomorrow? 1 3 Lazarus Simple enough question, isn't it? When all we seem good at is hating one another, then why not lean into it? But we also don't seem to hate the same folks all the time; we move and adjust and adapt to our surroundings (and fears). So I figured I'd ask, who's it gonna be tomorrow? The Last Question is back in what I'm calling "Season Three," though I wasn't ever too serious about "seasons" before. Clearly the show's first and (stalled) second iterations have come and gone and we're onto something else; something new; something much closer to the kind of work I want to do and that I think is important. This first episode talks a bit about the show, the near future, and a couple books you need to check out for yourself. Stay tuned for more questions and conversations with interesting people...on all sorts of stuff. Simple enough question, isn't it? When all we seem good at is hating one another, then why not lean into it? But we also don't seem to hate the same folks all the time; we move and adjust and adapt to our surroundings (and fears). So I figured I'd ask, who's it gonna be tomorrow?

The Last Question is back in what I'm calling "Season Three," though I wasn't ever too serious about "seasons" before. Clearly the show's first and (stalled) second iterations have come and gone and we're onto something else; something new; something much closer to the kind of work I want to do and that I think is important.

This first episode talks a bit about the show, the near future, and a couple books you need to check out for yourself. In the meantime, consider these links to learn more about where I'm coming from and the creators I mention in the episode!

ACLazarus on Substack and YouTube.

Vesper Stamper on Substack or her website.

Dr. Alan Harrelson on Substack, YouTube, or at the Pipe Cottage.

Stay tuned for more questions and conversations with interesting people...on all sorts of stuff.

]]> <p>Simple enough question, isn&#39;t it? When all we seem good at is <em>hating</em> one another, then why not lean into it? But we also don&#39;t seem to hate the same folks all the time; we move and adjust and adapt to our surroundings (and fears). So I figured I&#39;d ask, <em>who&#39;s it gonna be tomorrow</em>?</p><p><em>The Last Question</em> is back in what I&#39;m calling &#34;Season Three,&#34; though I wasn&#39;t ever too serious about &#34;seasons&#34; before. Clearly the show&#39;s first and (stalled) second iterations have come and gone and we&#39;re onto something else; something new; something much closer to the kind of work I want to do and that I think is important.</p><p>This first episode talks a bit about the show, the near future, and a couple books you need to check out for yourself. In the meantime, consider these links to learn more about where I&#39;m coming from and the creators I mention in the episode!</p><p><strong>ACLazarus on </strong><a href="http://aclazarus.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><strong>Substack</strong></a><strong> and </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ACLazarus" rel="nofollow"><strong>YouTube</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>Vesper Stamper on </strong><a href="https://vesperisms.substack.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Substack</strong></a><strong> or her </strong><a href="https://www.vesperillustration.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>website</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>Dr. Alan Harrelson on </strong><a href="https://thepipecottagejournal.substack.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Substack</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOyPFnNFezEh21JelByO-hg" rel="nofollow"><strong>YouTube</strong></a><strong>, or at the </strong><a href="https://pipecottage.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Pipe Cottage</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p>Stay tuned for more questions and conversations with interesting people...<em>on all sorts of stuff.</em></p> 2bdd9f72-89f8-49df-8263-89e448217437 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/c20830ae-70dd-406d-a065-cda5a2cfdfb3 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:23 +0000 2579 false full St. Gherasim Iscu - The Story Everyone Needs to Hear St. Gherasim Iscu - The Story Everyone Needs to Hear Lazarus "The Tortured Comforting His Torturer" This is the story I had to share; this is the story that brought TLQ back. Abbot Fr. Gherasim Iscu will be glorified as saint by the Romanian Church in 2025. Forgive me for referring to him as a saint in the interim; it's hard to find another example quite like him. Christian or not, "spiritual" or not, you need to hear this. For the full story, visit: https://orthochristian.com/148639.html. Visit my Substack newsletter, The Original, at arunlazarus.substack.com. If you like my work and are willing and able, consider subscribing or becoming a paid supporter. May God bless and keep you and thank you. 🙏 This is the story I had to share; this is the story that brought TLQ back.

Abbot Fr. Gherasim Iscu will be glorified as saint by the Romanian Church in 2025. Forgive me for referring to him as a saint in the interim; it's hard to find another example quite like him.

Christian or not, "spiritual" or not, you need to hear this. For the full story, visit: https://orthochristian.com/148639.html.

Visit my Substack newsletter, The Original; and if you like my work and are willing and able, consider subscribing or becoming a paid supporter.

May God bless and keep you and thank you. 🙏

]]> <p>This is the story I had to share; this is the story that brought <em>TLQ </em>back.</p><p>Abbot Fr. Gherasim Iscu will be glorified as saint by the Romanian Church in 2025. Forgive me for referring to him as a saint in the interim; it&#39;s hard to find another example quite like him.</p><p>Christian or not, &#34;spiritual&#34; or not, you need to hear this. For the full story, visit: <a href="https://orthochristian.com/148639.html" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://orthochristian.com/148639.html</strong></a>.</p><p>Visit my Substack newsletter, <a href="http://arunlazarus.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><strong><em>The Original</em></strong></a>; and if you like my work and are willing and able, consider subscribing or becoming a paid supporter.</p><p>May God bless and keep you and thank you. 🙏</p> 69355f8e-c9c1-4300-b06e-bb4792446138 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/24d4603a-1159-40c2-bf7e-efc7d36a4f62 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1567 false full TLQ...is Back! TLQ...is Back! Lazarus More than two years since I've recorded an episode...and oh how things have changed. This is take three of what was supposed to be a short teaser of things to come. I'm back to the podcast, and to writing and publishing online, but for very different reasons than where I was this time two or three years ago. While TLQ will always remain free, I've released my first video to supplement the audio episode for paid supporters of my Substack newsletter The Original. Would love if you came over and gave it a read and let me know what you think (even, or especially, if you think it sucks). In the meantime, stay tuned for a story I think everyone needs to hear--no matter what you believe, or even if you don't know what you believe. It's that important. arunlazarus.substack.com More than two years since I've recorded an episode...and oh how things have changed.

This is take three of what was supposed to be a short teaser of things to come. I'm back to the podcast, and to writing and publishing online, but for very different reasons than where I was this time two or three years ago.

While TLQ will always remain free, I've released my first video to supplement the audio episode for paid supporters of my Substack newsletter The Original. Would love if you came over and gave it a read and let me know what you think (even, or especially, if you think it sucks). In the meantime, stay tuned for a story I think everyone needs to hear--no matter what you believe, or even if you don't know what you believe. It's that important.

arunlazarus.substack.com

]]> <p>More than two years since I&#39;ve recorded an episode...and oh how things have changed.</p><p>This is <em>take three</em> of what was supposed to be a short teaser of things to come. I&#39;m back to the podcast, and to writing and publishing online, but for very different reasons than where I was this time two or three years ago.</p><p>While TLQ will always remain free, I&#39;ve released my first video to supplement the audio episode for paid supporters of my Substack newsletter <a href="http://arunlazarus.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><strong><em>The Original</em></strong></a>. Would love if you came over and gave it a read and let me know what you think (even, or especially, if you think it sucks). In the meantime, stay tuned for a story I think <em>everyone</em> needs to hear--no matter what you believe, or even if you don&#39;t know what you believe. It&#39;s that important.</p><p><a href="http://arunlazarus.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><strong>arunlazarus.substack.com</strong></a></p> 4a934a9a-fcfe-4491-b1a4-b2acfb761f15 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/b59bfb06-3438-4b29-975b-8ea6f66f4d1f Fri, 22 Nov 2024 04:06:00 +0000 1392 false full Devolve, Flex, Fail...Lest We Lose the Next War Devolve, Flex, Fail...Lest We Lose the Next War 9 2 Lazarus For leaders in uniform, or not. Doesn't matter where you work or what you do...if you want to "succeed" in an uncertain future...or, you might say, win the future war no one's imagined yet, think about these three things: devolve, flex, and fail.

Thanks, as always, for your support and listening. I'm expanding my work on this podcast and through Decoherence, my platform on Substack. Check it out and consider supporting through a subscription if you like the conversations we're having and value asking tough questions, no matter how hard the answers might be.

]]> <p>For leaders in uniform, or not. Doesn&#39;t matter where you work or what you do...if you want to &#34;succeed&#34; in an uncertain future...or, you might say, <em>win the future war no one&#39;s imagined yet</em>, think about these three things: devolve, flex, and fail.</p><p>Thanks, as always, for your support and listening. I&#39;m expanding my work on this podcast and through <a href="arunchittur.substack.com" rel="nofollow"><em>Decoherence</em></a>, my platform on Substack. Check it out and consider supporting through a subscription if you like the conversations we&#39;re having and value asking tough questions, no matter how hard the answers might be.</p> f0ef53ad-26da-4242-b392-7c7dc1231953 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/2cdde69f-b3d1-41cb-a436-b4844b28c7dd Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000 5376 false full When Connection Becomes Performance (Part II) When Connection Becomes Performance (Part II) 8 2 Lazarus Concluding the two-parter, back to talk about our subconscious narratives and how I fell afoul of mine and into the trap of "personal branding," "social media," and the performance art of today's digital discourse.

Click here to listen to Bari Weiss interviewing Jonathan Haidt on her podcast, "Honestly." Referenced this week.

Full link:

https://www.honestlypod.com/podcast/episode/1f94f74c/why-the-past-10-years-of-american-life-have-been-uniquely-stupid

]]> <p>Concluding the two-parter, back to talk about our subconscious narratives and how I fell afoul of mine and into the trap of &#34;personal branding,&#34; &#34;social media,&#34; and the performance art of today&#39;s digital discourse.</p><p><a href="https://www.honestlypod.com/podcast/episode/1f94f74c/why-the-past-10-years-of-american-life-have-been-uniquely-stupid" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to listen to Bari Weiss interviewing Jonathan Haidt on her podcast, &#34;Honestly.&#34; Referenced this week.</p><p>Full link:</p><p>https://www.honestlypod.com/podcast/episode/1f94f74c/why-the-past-10-years-of-american-life-have-been-uniquely-stupid</p> da3ccc6a-fd20-4cc4-8cf0-8b027056b5a4 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/6c3bd2c2-4be3-4117-a996-6c4e9f776550 Wed, 11 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000 4685 false full When Connection Becomes Performance (Part I) When Connection Becomes Performance (Part I) 7 2 Lazarus You and me this week, talking about career transition...and the story embedded deep within us. Does it drive our decisions, or do our decisions fulfill its outcomes? Aren't those the same question?

Didn't plan a two-part episode, but we went farther down the rabbit hole that I thought. That's what makes it fun, after all...stay tuned for Part II coming next week!

Click here to watch Jordan Peterson's interview of OSU professor Angus Fletcher. Full URL below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ytoU1ZXjJw&t=3s

]]> <p>You and me this week, talking about career transition...and the story embedded deep within us. Does it drive our decisions, or do our decisions fulfill its outcomes? Aren&#39;t those the same question?</p><p>Didn&#39;t plan a two-part episode, but we went farther down the rabbit hole that I thought. That&#39;s what makes it fun, after all...stay tuned for Part II coming next week!</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=3s&v=-ytoU1ZXjJw" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to watch Jordan Peterson&#39;s interview of OSU professor Angus Fletcher. Full URL below:</p><p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ytoU1ZXjJw&amp;t=3s</p> 40e020e2-90af-4bad-9226-d15202cea5d0 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/3760dcc2-105f-4f86-9c9b-8dc7d5713cf7 Fri, 06 May 2022 01:48:00 +0000 4128 false full You Might (Not) Be a Leader If...and I'm F*cking Exhausted You Might (Not) Be a Leader If...and I'm F*cking Exhausted 6 2 Lazarus It's you and me this week! Missed recording for last week, back today talking about where I was and what's coming up for 2022.

]]> <p>It&#39;s you and me this week! Missed recording for last week, back today talking about where I was and what&#39;s coming up for 2022.</p> 814c0fa2-0eb0-450f-bcdc-e9ce3087c523 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/3bfd4914-f19c-4947-bf10-e611f4b587b0 Thu, 28 Apr 2022 02:19:00 +0000 2786 false full Another Perspective in a Conversation Long Overdue Another Perspective in a Conversation Long Overdue 5 2 Lazarus This week, Jim Warner joins me on the podcast. An ICBM and GLCM veteran, Mr. Warner today serves as the Executive Director of the Association of Air Force Missileers. It was through his letter to members that I found Cole Smith's Guardian editorial.

We cover his career spanning more than 40 years, experience in leadership as the Cold War gave way to the 1990s, and responds to questions raised by Cole's piece. We end with some foundational questions--why nuclear weapons today, why the ICBM in particular, and is Global Zero possible?

]]> <p>This week, Jim Warner joins me on the podcast. An ICBM and GLCM veteran, Mr. Warner today serves as the Executive Director of the Association of Air Force Missileers. It was through his letter to members that I found Cole Smith&#39;s <em>Guardian</em> editorial.</p><p>We cover his career spanning more than 40 years, experience in leadership as the Cold War gave way to the 1990s, and responds to questions raised by Cole&#39;s piece. We end with some foundational questions--why nuclear weapons <em>today</em>, why the ICBM in particular, and is Global Zero possible?</p> bfc9d5e2-1298-4a83-8fe3-f77703bcc7cd https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/840f6b70-8f79-4f49-8388-f89a8963c9db Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 8216 false full Yes, You CAN Hold Two Positions at the Same Time Yes, You CAN Hold Two Positions at the Same Time 4 2 Lazarus That's how we can have mature conversations, in my opinion. This week on TLQ, a solo episode--why I think it's critical we have a conversation about what the world can look like in the future. And why we should start talking about it now.

Humans are naturally irrational and can hold two seemingly opposite views at once. So let's stop oversimplifying our problems and get down to real business. Then we can put our rational brains to work and get something more done than grabbing clicks and media time.

]]> <p>That&#39;s how we can have mature conversations, in my opinion. This week on TLQ, a solo episode--why I think it&#39;s <em>critical</em> we have a conversation about what the world <em>can</em> look like in the future. And why we should start talking about it <em>now</em>.</p><p>Humans are naturally irrational and can hold two seemingly opposite views at once. So let&#39;s stop oversimplifying our problems and get down to real business. Then we can put our rational brains to work and get something more done than grabbing clicks and media time.</p> 0dd699af-96a7-4026-b2dc-c842075ab444 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/ae98ed22-4cbf-4a01-bc8a-517428fae4c9 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3698 false full A Conversation Long Overdue A Conversation Long Overdue 3 2 Lazarus I'm excited to share this week's episode, a conversation with writer, filmmaker, and nuclear ops veteran Cole Smith.

Though we were stationed together, I don't know Cole well...but knew I should talk with him after coming across an article he wrote recently for The Guardian based on his experience as a U.S. nuclear operator. No matter how you feel about his article, or the subject of nuclear weapons, the argument he makes is reason enough to give this one a listen.

Cole is a filmmaker with several projects in the works, including a feature film on the "Damascus Incident" of 1980--popularized in Eric Schlosser's 2013 book, Command and Control. To learn more about Cole and his work, find him at colesmithfilm.com.


]]> <p>I&#39;m excited to share this week&#39;s episode, a conversation with writer, filmmaker, and nuclear ops veteran Cole Smith. </p><p>Though we were stationed together, I don&#39;t know Cole well...but knew I should talk with him after coming across an article he wrote recently for The Guardian based on his experience as a U.S. nuclear operator. No matter how you feel about his article, or the subject of nuclear weapons, the argument he makes is reason enough to give this one a listen. </p><p>Cole is a filmmaker with several projects in the works, including a feature film on the &#34;Damascus Incident&#34; of 1980--popularized in Eric Schlosser&#39;s 2013 book, <em>Command and Control</em>. To learn more about Cole and his work, find him at colesmithfilm.com.</p><p><br></p> 5aeb7e79-e090-463f-b6d0-512aa29e7b0f https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/981c8c10-1655-4f91-a274-d9ee519d8db7 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 4323 false full "We're Emotional Beings That Sometimes Think." "We're Emotional Beings That Sometimes Think." 2 2 Lazarus It's been a rough-and-tumble couple weeks. High stress, a lot of change, tons of questions. We've emerged looking skyward and genuinely excited about what's to come, and I've emerged determined to keep this train on the tracks and rolling forward.

I missed the boat on last week's episode, which will now be Episode 3. For now, enjoy Season 2, Episode 2, with my friend and fellow airman Matthew "Omaha" Ditson.

Matthew and I were qualification training classmates and stationed together twice. I'm excited to talk with him and get his take on a variety of topics, and ask him about the genesis behind his book on leadership and the parenting podcast he and his wife, Kathryn, twice per month.

Enjoy the episode and, as always, let me know what you think!

]]> <p>It&#39;s been a rough-and-tumble couple weeks. High stress, a lot of change, tons of questions. We&#39;ve emerged looking skyward and genuinely excited about what&#39;s to come, and I&#39;ve emerged determined to keep this train on the tracks and rolling forward.</p><p>I missed the boat on last week&#39;s episode, which will now be Episode 3. For now, enjoy Season 2, Episode 2, with my friend and fellow airman Matthew &#34;Omaha&#34; Ditson.</p><p>Matthew and I were qualification training classmates and stationed together twice. I&#39;m excited to talk with him and get his take on a variety of topics, and ask him about the genesis behind his book on leadership and the parenting podcast he and his wife, Kathryn, twice per month.</p><p>Enjoy the episode and, as always, let me know what you think!</p> 674503c4-8973-4daa-bf10-779528a244ab https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/62f6b505-8577-4fb9-afe1-7bcbcd74b168 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 6565 false full Tonight's the Night. This Time, It's Just Me. Tonight's the Night. This Time, It's Just Me. 1 2 Lazarus Enough with the "Arun talks with" third-person thing. It's me and just me...so I'm back, with "Season 2" of The Last Question. I've been putting off this project and don't know why.

But I know I want (and perhaps need) to return.

So that's what I'm doing. Here.

Now.

As me.

And only me.

Season 2, Episode 1.

]]> <p>Enough with the &#34;Arun talks with&#34; third-person thing. It&#39;s me and just me...so I&#39;m back, with &#34;Season 2&#34; of <em>The Last Question</em>. I&#39;ve been putting off this project and don&#39;t know why.</p><p>But I know I want (and perhaps need) to return.</p><p>So that&#39;s what I&#39;m doing. Here.</p><p>Now.</p><p>As me.</p><p>And only me.</p><p>Season 2, Episode 1.</p> b855356f-b35f-4bfb-a216-a3e028644460 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/9bfcbd94-37dc-413b-9e30-8b3989894f43 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 04:19:00 +0000 3071 false full What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part V): Working Not From Work What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part V): Working Not From Work 1 Lazarus We continue the COVID-19 mini-series this week, asking a critical question: What Positive(s) Did COVID-19 Give Me? Ask this question for yourself to find key lessons you can leverage as the world wrestles with the "Delta" variant. This week, an important idea that helps break down the otherwise restrictive dichotomy we perceive between conventional work environments and working "from home."

Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>We continue the COVID-19 mini-series this week, asking a critical question: What Positive(s) Did COVID-19 Give Me? Ask this question for yourself to find key lessons you can leverage as the world wrestles with the &#34;Delta&#34; variant. This week, an important idea that helps break down the otherwise restrictive dichotomy we perceive between conventional work environments and working &#34;from home.&#34;</p><p>Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> b3e33629-bae9-402b-af8b-07a71a2413ab https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/f73b4477-8f14-4f13-b50a-e526fa752a4b Mon, 02 Aug 2021 20:04:24 +0000 1415 false full Ep. 16: Integrity. Loyalty. Endurance. Ep. 16: Integrity. Loyalty. Endurance. 16 1 Lazarus Core values matter. If you don't have an anchor or guidepost against which to judge your actions, how do you know if you're the best version of yourself you can be? Arun shares his three core values, three words he's focused on for the better part of 20 years. What are YOURS?

Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>Core values matter. If you don&#39;t have an anchor or guidepost against which to judge your actions, how do you know if you&#39;re the best version of yourself you can be? Arun shares his three core values, three words he&#39;s focused on for the better part of 20 years. What are YOURS? </p><p>Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> 45da4e78-8f11-4242-9195-007efe1a7e58 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/b6becb87-9a0a-4c38-a229-6d4fcd5edd91 Sat, 31 Jul 2021 18:54:46 +0000 2702 false full What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part IV): I Can't Control Anyone What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part IV): I Can't Control Anyone 1 Lazarus This week, a critical reminder in how hard ... rather, IMPOSSIBLE ... it is to control what anyone else thinks or does. We can attempt to influence others, but it all starts with understanding where the other's starting point is and what concerns them. "It's not about thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less."

Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>This week, a critical reminder in how hard ... rather, IMPOSSIBLE ... it is to control what anyone else thinks or does. We can attempt to influence others, but it all starts with understanding where the other&#39;s starting point is and what concerns them. &#34;It&#39;s not about thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less.&#34;</p><p>Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> d5e77f42-518f-4423-bebf-3e3f51619b87 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/1a90d0f2-3754-49b2-9b4a-256591dc8c0a Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1569 false full Ep. 15: How Much Time Are You Wasting? Ep. 15: How Much Time Are You Wasting? 15 1 Lazarus Stop wasting time. We don't have enough to be playing around with this gift.

Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>Stop wasting time. We don&#39;t have enough to be playing around with this gift.</p><p>Email us at ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> 2f08da9c-b90d-4a5c-811c-7f8cf9c06687 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/f3b1f5c6-fa62-4fea-a615-215dae81e041 Sat, 24 Jul 2021 03:32:00 +0000 1933 false full What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part III): Distance from the Unimportant What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part III): Distance from the Unimportant 1 Lazarus We overcome struggle only after we can see the good in them. Arun continues his mini-series on what good he received from COVID-19. This week, a discussion about what he found "important" and not in the work environment and how the pandemic oriented his mind different toward those tasks that truly matter in the long-run.

Send your questions, comments, feedback to: ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>We overcome struggle only after we can see the good in them. Arun continues his mini-series on what good he received from COVID-19. This week, a discussion about what he found &#34;important&#34; and not in the work environment and how the pandemic oriented his mind different toward those tasks that truly matter in the long-run.</p><p>Send your questions, comments, feedback to: ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> 952224fa-6b77-46be-aa70-42719ef1b8b4 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/7e553a9e-3393-4a7c-b4ff-db040e3f0033 Mon, 19 Jul 2021 12:50:00 +0000 1905 false full Ep 14: Where Are You Unstoppable? | "Relentless" by Tim Grover Ep 14: Where Are You Unstoppable? | "Relentless" by Tim Grover 14 1 Lazarus Arun pulls out a couple key lessons from Tim Grover's book "Relentless." Grover was a long-time coach and confidant to the likes of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Dwayne Wade (and many more). The book's description of "Coolers, Closers, and Cleaners" provides a backdrop to how we should think about where and how we focus our efforts in daily life.

Send your questions, comments, and feedback to: ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>Arun pulls out a couple key lessons from Tim Grover&#39;s book &#34;Relentless.&#34; Grover was a long-time coach and confidant to the likes of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Dwayne Wade (and many more). The book&#39;s description of &#34;Coolers, Closers, and Cleaners&#34; provides a backdrop to how we should think about where and how we focus our efforts in daily life.</p><p>Send your questions, comments, and feedback to: ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> f55cfa4e-cb75-4c62-8963-966eaacac284 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/50b3d67c-c89d-4eda-b417-dd2286c88dfb Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:26:21 +0000 4096 false full What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part II): The Time and Space to Work On Myself What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part II): The Time and Space to Work On Myself 1 Lazarus There must be positive lessons from our worst tragedies. If there is no positive impact, no "silver lining," then all of our effort to build a better future is for naught. This week, Part II of Arun's series that asks, What Did COVID-19 Give You? His answer this week focuses on his own development and what he was able to do for himself with the time and space only a worldwide emergency could provide.

Email us your questions, comments, and feedback at ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>There must be positive lessons from our worst tragedies. If there is no positive impact, no &#34;silver lining,&#34; then all of our effort to build a better future is for naught. This week, Part II of Arun&#39;s series that asks, What Did COVID-19 Give You? His answer this week focuses on his own development and what he was able to do for himself with the time and space only a worldwide emergency could provide.</p><p>Email us your questions, comments, and feedback at ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> 4d3b2152-ab8b-4b31-b2c9-cf13cc21af8b https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/c0cc6bea-cb36-4590-b6fd-4a7d7b141b89 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1251 false full Ep. 13: We're Each Unique ... And All The Same | Joey Utah Ep. 13: We're Each Unique ... And All The Same | Joey Utah 13 1 Lazarus Arun welcomes fellow veteran, colleague, and friend Joey Utah to TLQ. Joey served on active duty as a security forces member at several locations in North America and Korea. Listen and learn as they exchange stories, experiences, and ideas about what leadership is and isn't.

Email us your questions, feedback, and requests at: ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>Arun welcomes fellow veteran, colleague, and friend Joey Utah to TLQ. Joey served on active duty as a security forces member at several locations in North America and Korea. Listen and learn as they exchange stories, experiences, and ideas about what leadership is and isn&#39;t.</p><p>Email us your questions, feedback, and requests at: ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> fa45185b-8561-468c-847d-e5f7bf146fed https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/1326a114-628c-4372-b115-150a498cc085 Thu, 08 Jul 2021 20:23:00 +0000 323 false full What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part I): My Life What COVID-19 Gave Me (Part I): My Life 1 Lazarus We push our crises into history books too quickly. We don't talk enough about what we've learned, what we've gained, what good has come ... from crisis. From disaster. From the worst tragedies in our lives. This mini-series asks, "What Did COVID-19 Give You?" To start the conversation, Arun answers the question for himself. He has several answers he'll share over the coming weeks, starting with the most important one this morning.

Email us with questions, comments, feedback, ideas: ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>We push our crises into history books too quickly. We don&#39;t talk enough about what we&#39;ve learned, what we&#39;ve gained, what good has come ... from crisis. From disaster. From the worst tragedies in our lives. This mini-series asks, &#34;What Did COVID-19 Give You?&#34; To start the conversation, Arun answers the question for himself. He has several answers he&#39;ll share over the coming weeks, starting with the most important one this morning.</p><p>Email us with questions, comments, feedback, ideas: ask@thelastquestion.blog.</p> f1427d46-8ed8-4ea0-98ec-4b5292987205 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/221b60f3-92f3-4f2c-952e-c79465233123 Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1671 false full Lead Your Week: What is Your Leadership "Philosophy?" Lead Your Week: What is Your Leadership "Philosophy?" 1 Lazarus I used to hate this question, but no matter how you phrase it, asking it matters. Interrogating your response matters, too, if you're serious about evolving as a leader and getting better. This week, ponder what your leadership philosophy is ... what matters most to you in terms of HOW and WHY you lead.

Email us! ask@thelastquestion.blog.

]]> <p>I used to hate this question, but no matter how you phrase it, asking it matters. Interrogating your response matters, too, if you&#39;re serious about evolving as a leader and getting better. This week, ponder what your leadership philosophy is ... what matters most to you in terms of HOW and WHY you lead.</p><p>Email us! <a href="mailto:ask@thelastquestion.blog" rel="nofollow">ask@thelastquestion.blog</a>.</p> a3d2c07d-551a-48fc-9657-53a88781db6b https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/cf5c3866-d7a9-410e-b0e0-17c6f40ac9b0 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1107 false full Lead Your Week: Because You WANT To ... Or Because You HAVE To? Lead Your Week: Because You WANT To ... Or Because You HAVE To? 1 Lazarus Are you doing "too much?" Worried about too many things, wrangling a never-ending task list, chasing everyone else's expectations? Ask yourself this question and, most importantly, WRITE the answers down. Be honest with yourself to be more honest with the world around you.


Email us! Questions, comments, feedback at:

ask@thelastquestion.blog

]]> <p>Are you doing &#34;too much?&#34; Worried about too many things, wrangling a never-ending task list, chasing everyone else&#39;s expectations? Ask yourself this question and, most importantly, WRITE the answers down. Be honest with yourself to be more honest with the world around you.</p><p><br></p><p>Email us! Questions, comments, feedback at:</p><p>ask@thelastquestion.blog</p> 26c30dc3-9172-448f-ba87-59ddf0dfad02 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/cd006c13-3b92-45ef-857b-9fb2affd5980 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 13:15:00 +0000 754 false full Ep. 12: Leadership is a Family Affair | Maggie Chittur Ep. 12: Leadership is a Family Affair | Maggie Chittur 12 1 Lazarus This week, Arun welcomes Maggie to the show! We've been trying to make this one happen since the show's launch in March. We spend a few minutes on Maggie's background, then talk about how she leads and what "taking care of your people" really means.


Question, comments, feedback--please send it all! Email us at:

ask@thelastquestion.blog

]]> <p>This week, Arun welcomes Maggie to the show! We&#39;ve been trying to make this one happen since the show&#39;s launch in March. We spend a few minutes on Maggie&#39;s background, then talk about how she leads and what &#34;taking care of your people&#34; really means.</p><p><br></p><p>Question, comments, feedback--please send it all! Email us at:</p><p>ask@thelastquestion.blog</p> 82dbbcae-e35a-4b6d-b135-095bb0e1d34c https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/94f5b965-59ea-4da5-a1a0-d37aff022065 Thu, 17 Jun 2021 20:23:00 +0000 2361 false full Lead Your Week: What Are You Doing With the Gift You've Been Given? Lead Your Week: What Are You Doing With the Gift You've Been Given? 1 Lazarus Consider the gifts--the opportunities--you've received. What are you doing with them? What positive impact can you have with them? We're each endowed with a unique set of gifts, and the opportunity to live every morning we wake up ... so ... what are you gonna do about it?


ask@thelastquestion.blog

]]> <p>Consider the gifts--the opportunities--you&#39;ve received. What are you doing with them? What positive impact can you have with them? We&#39;re each endowed with a unique set of gifts, and the opportunity to live every morning we wake up ... so ... what are you gonna do about it?</p><p><br></p><p>ask@thelastquestion.blog</p> d3278667-90a9-4733-9577-ac82643fb6f5 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/123b4bd2-baca-49af-a3b7-bfbbb2de28e7 Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 666 false full Lead Your Week: Leaders Own The Problems They Find Lead Your Week: Leaders Own The Problems They Find 1 Lazarus Have you inherited a problem or two at work? Replaced someone who wasn't a good supervisor, manager, technician, leader? Leaders don't walk away from the problems they find; they take ownership of those problems as if they were of their own making. Inherited problems are your problems. Own them to serve and move the team forward.


Check out our new website:

www.thelastquestion.blog


Email us at: ask@thelastquestion.blog

]]> <p>Have you inherited a problem or two at work? Replaced someone who wasn&#39;t a good supervisor, manager, technician, leader? Leaders don&#39;t walk away from the problems they find; they take ownership of those problems as if they were of their own making. Inherited problems are your problems. Own them to serve and move the team forward.</p><p><br></p><p>Check out our new website:</p><p>www.thelastquestion.blog</p><p><br></p><p>Email us at: ask@thelastquestion.blog</p> b81c2ed9-d51e-4d04-8814-e5cc42d386bb https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/60d35c39-1a28-4b06-9fd6-28c5f9bdb573 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1115 false full The Closest Thing to Paradise | Krishnan Chittur ... Yep, My Dad The Closest Thing to Paradise | Krishnan Chittur ... Yep, My Dad 11 1 Lazarus Arun welcomes his dad to the show. Krishnan Chittur retired from academia after nearly 30 years as a professor of chemical engineering and has been Chief Technology Officer of GeneCapture, Inc. since 2010. Krishnan's story starts thousands of miles away in India, a boy strong in school with an early love of teaching. Today that same man works with a team of scientists and engineers to revolutionize how we diagnose and treat infection.


Have feedback or questions? Send them all our way!

arun@enabledword.com

]]> <p>Arun welcomes his dad to the show. Krishnan Chittur retired from academia after nearly 30 years as a professor of chemical engineering and has been Chief Technology Officer of GeneCapture, Inc. since 2010. Krishnan&#39;s story starts thousands of miles away in India, a boy strong in school with an early love of teaching. Today that same man works with a team of scientists and engineers to revolutionize how we diagnose and treat infection.</p><p><br></p><p>Have feedback or questions? Send them all our way!</p><p>arun@enabledword.com</p> b2d8e876-9fd7-421c-ba45-d03c06ab164d https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/b432b937-dedf-41fe-81b0-67beb68fbcfe Thu, 03 Jun 2021 20:23:00 +0000 7363 false full Lead Your Week: Are You the Best Version of YOU? Lead Your Week: Are You the Best Version of YOU? 1 Lazarus Memorial Day 2021, ask yourself: Are you the best version of YOU? It's okay if the answer is 'no,' but then ask ... are you working toward that best self? You ARE capable of taking the next step forward and ARE able to make that choice today. Becoming our best selves is the best way to honor not just those service members who have died for this country, but all of those men and women who raised their right hands, signed on the dotted line, and deployed to the four corners of the Earth.

]]> <p>Memorial Day 2021, ask yourself: Are you the best version of YOU? It&#39;s okay if the answer is &#39;no,&#39; but then ask ... are you working toward that best self? You ARE capable of taking the next step forward and ARE able to make that choice today. Becoming our best selves is the best way to honor not just those service members who have died for this country, but all of those men and women who raised their right hands, signed on the dotted line, and deployed to the four corners of the Earth.</p> d91e72cf-a963-4b3a-9e99-835151453486 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/4b0d25ae-3083-4880-b0d4-54ad8e52afd5 Mon, 31 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1008 false full Try Curiosity Before Gratitude Try Curiosity Before Gratitude 10 1 Lazarus With Memorial Day on the horizon, Arun offers an alternative to the easy "Thank You" and 10% off. Invest in a relationship with a service member--ask them why they joined, and why they stayed. You'll learn a ton and connect in a meaningful way.

]]> <p>With Memorial Day on the horizon, Arun offers an alternative to the easy &#34;Thank You&#34; and 10% off. Invest in a relationship with a service member--ask them why they joined, and why they stayed. You&#39;ll learn a ton and connect in a meaningful way.</p> 8a7913e5-07f5-4ab8-9adb-9c5a1c241b47 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/ea635bf1-b255-4954-891b-95cf4d86e6bb Thu, 27 May 2021 20:23:00 +0000 2498 false full Lead Your Week: Who Would You Follow to Hell and Back? Lead Your Week: Who Would You Follow to Hell and Back? 1 Lazarus Leadership requires individual effort and learning. But we're missing a key component in our own development if we're not looking at the leaders who came before us. For better and for worse.


This week, picture that leader ... that person you worked with, studied with, traveled with, confided in ... who you would follow, unquestionably, to Hell and back. We often learn a lot from the folks who did it wrong. This time around, focus on the ones who did it right. What can you learn from them, what can you apply in your own way, how can you adapt and become a better version of the leader they were?

]]> <p>Leadership requires individual effort and learning. But we&#39;re missing a key component in our own development if we&#39;re not looking at the leaders who came before us. For better and for worse.</p><p><br></p><p>This week, picture that leader ... that person you worked with, studied with, traveled with, confided in ... who you would follow, unquestionably, to Hell and back. We often learn a lot from the folks who did it wrong. This time around, focus on the ones who did it right. What can you learn from them, what can you apply in your own way, how can you adapt and become a better version of the leader they were? </p> 87570604-f7e2-4b4a-9bbc-327d61292aa3 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/9416e73b-2cc8-4f59-a34b-20c87cfc3861 Mon, 24 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 613 false full Yes, It's Okay To Have a Bad Day. Show Up Anyway. Yes, It's Okay To Have a Bad Day. Show Up Anyway. 9 1 Lazarus Consistency matters. After telling students and young airmen, "Never let your people see you have a bad day," Arun tackles the flaw in his own advice. Showing up every day, in the good and bad, not only demonstrates your humanity, it gives permission to your team to show up too--even on their bad days. Being honest with each other and supporting each other on those bad days leads to much stronger ties than masking our struggles to try and achieve the 'perfect' presence.


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]]> <p>Consistency matters. After telling students and young airmen, &#34;Never let your people see you have a bad day,&#34; Arun tackles the flaw in his own advice. Showing up every day, in the good and bad, not only demonstrates your humanity, it gives permission to your team to show up too--even on their bad days. Being honest with each other and supporting each other on those bad days leads to much stronger ties than masking our struggles to try and achieve the &#39;perfect&#39; presence.</p><p><br></p><p>Email Arun with your questions and feedback:</p><p>arun@enabledword.com</p><p><br></p><p>Follow EW on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!</p> a356ff97-b2d2-4567-8248-d7caf518162c https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/92865430-9e52-45c5-a282-2d9fe221b370 Thu, 20 May 2021 23:45:02 +0000 1611 false full Lead Your Week: Are You Building Your Replacement? Lead Your Week: Are You Building Your Replacement? 1 Lazarus This week's meditation digs into your ONE job as a leader: to build your replacement and develop them into a better version of you, someone better prepared for your job than you were.


Building better futures starts with building better leaders. One person at a time. People matter, their families matter, never forget it. The mark of a great leader isn't how critical they are in the moment, it's how capable their teams is without them


We'd love your feedback! Email Arun direct at:

arun@enabledword.com


Follow EW on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to catch links to podcast episodes, learn about new offerings, and engage with us on the way to building a better future.

]]> <p>This week&#39;s meditation digs into your ONE job as a leader: to build your replacement and develop them into a better version of you, someone better prepared for your job than you were. </p><p><br></p><p>Building better futures starts with building better leaders. One person at a time. People matter, their families matter, never forget it. The mark of a great leader isn&#39;t how critical they are in the moment, it&#39;s how capable their teams is without them</p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;d love your feedback! Email Arun direct at:</p><p>arun@enabledword.com</p><p><br></p><p>Follow EW on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to catch links to podcast episodes, learn about new offerings, and engage with us on the way to building a better future.</p> 9d855972-19ef-4c0f-a940-98e9da490a70 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/4abcdc6b-47f5-4714-a173-2f1208397d4f Mon, 17 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1351 false full Wait! Is That the Right Fire Extinguisher?! Wait! Is That the Right Fire Extinguisher?! 8 1 Lazarus TLQ's back this week and we're talking about ... fire extinguishers? Arun's talking about prioritizing and providing our teammates the freedom to operate and make the best decisions they can.


Plus! Learn more about EW's first digital product, an e-book titled, "Our Team's Essential Skills," on sale soon. This first in EW's library of resources is designed for front-line supervisors and first-time managers looking to focus their team's efforts. Cut the BS, clear out the noise, and get back on track with this new e-book. To be first in line when it releases AND for a 20% discount, go to www.enabledword.com and subscribe to our newsletter!


And if you're interested in winning a free copy for you AND every person on your team, listen to the full episode!


We'd love to know what you think of the show. Rate and review or email Arun direct at: arun@enabledword.com.


To learn more about EW's signature coaching program, "Enabled Leader," visit coaching.enabledlead.com.


]]> <p>TLQ&#39;s back this week and we&#39;re talking about ... fire extinguishers? Arun&#39;s talking about prioritizing and providing our teammates the freedom to operate and make the best decisions they can. </p><p><br></p><p>Plus! Learn more about EW&#39;s first digital product, an e-book titled, &#34;Our Team&#39;s Essential Skills,&#34; on sale soon. This first in EW&#39;s library of resources is designed for front-line supervisors and first-time managers looking to focus their team&#39;s efforts. Cut the BS, clear out the noise, and get back on track with this new e-book. To be first in line when it releases AND for a 20% discount, go to www.enabledword.com and subscribe to our newsletter!</p><p><br></p><p>And if you&#39;re interested in winning a free copy for you AND every person on your team, listen to the full episode! </p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;d love to know what you think of the show. Rate and review or email Arun direct at: arun@enabledword.com.</p><p><br></p><p>To learn more about EW&#39;s signature coaching program, &#34;Enabled Leader,&#34; visit coaching.enabledlead.com.</p><p><br></p> c83e44b4-d85c-4b59-a457-392f54e44a1b https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/c285d003-8970-4c3c-bb04-7cd4622bddf5 Thu, 13 May 2021 20:23:00 +0000 3617 false full Lead Your Week: Lead, Serve, and Live in a Manner Consistent With Your Values Lead Your Week: Lead, Serve, and Live in a Manner Consistent With Your Values 1 Lazarus After a week off working on other projects, Arun's back with a question important not only to you, but your family and your teams. What would it look like for YOU to lead, serve, and live in a manner that's consistent with your values? To lead in a manner consistent with what you say is most important? Arun's been asking (and answering) this question for himself the last couple weeks, and is excited to share what he's learned about himself and others in the coming days.

]]> <p>After a week off working on other projects, Arun&#39;s back with a question important not only to you, but your family and your teams. What would it look like for YOU to lead, serve, and live in a manner that&#39;s consistent with your values? To lead in a manner consistent with what you say is most important? Arun&#39;s been asking (and answering) this question for himself the last couple weeks, and is excited to share what he&#39;s learned about himself and others in the coming days.</p> 2696903f-b62c-4949-8955-04aa19e3a515 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/b51a3601-e3cd-4470-bee8-7ad2ce1f9791 Mon, 10 May 2021 10:39:59 +0000 1142 false full Lead Your Week: Is Self-Identification a Waste of Time? Lead Your Week: Is Self-Identification a Waste of Time? 1 Lazarus This week, consider all the effort you've put into answering this question: "Who Am I?" In the last few days, Arun has been reading the story of NFL player-turned-Army Ranger Pat Tillman and learning more about those who have eschewed society's pressure to define ourselves by one label, or a single category, or a singular "passion." The meditation for this week strings together themes from Tillman's story, a podcast interview with Glennon Doyle, and an old blog post from author Mark Manson.


Everyone should ask themselves this one, but especially relevant for anyone in transition--military or not, professional or personal. Maybe all the work we've been doing to assign ourselves a label isn't worth the stress after all?

]]> <p>This week, consider all the effort you&#39;ve put into answering this question: &#34;Who Am I?&#34; In the last few days, Arun has been reading the story of NFL player-turned-Army Ranger Pat Tillman and learning more about those who have eschewed society&#39;s pressure to define ourselves by one label, or a single category, or a singular &#34;passion.&#34; The meditation for this week strings together themes from Tillman&#39;s story, a podcast interview with Glennon Doyle, and an old blog post from author Mark Manson. </p><p><br></p><p>Everyone should ask themselves this one, but especially relevant for anyone in transition--military or not, professional or personal. Maybe all the work we&#39;ve been doing to assign ourselves a label isn&#39;t worth the stress after all?</p> 7357c4b5-b4fc-4838-abcb-30493eba75bb https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/6557ca2b-04be-4d27-8ea0-4e29882d086f Mon, 03 May 2021 10:19:27 +0000 1094 false full Day One Off-Duty ... What Did I Learn? Day One Off-Duty ... What Did I Learn? 7 1 Lazarus Today is Day One ... after 12 years, 11 months, and however many hours and minutes, Arun is a civilian. While that creates both feelings of excitement and confusion, no experience is worthwhile if we haven't gotten something out of it. So follow Arun this week as he outlines five lessons from his time in the Air Force. Despite the military-heavy nature of the conversation, they're all lessons that apply just about anywhere.


If you like The Last Question, leave us a rate and review! Even if you're not a fan, we want your feedback! You can also email Arun directly at:

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Enjoy the rest of your week and remember, no matter how stressful the day, take a breath of fresh air, hug a loved one, and strive to lead well.


#leadership #peoplemattermost

#LeadersCoach & #CoachesLead

]]> <p>Today is Day One ... after 12 years, 11 months, and however many hours and minutes, Arun is a civilian. While that creates both feelings of excitement and confusion, no experience is worthwhile if we haven&#39;t gotten something out of it. So follow Arun this week as he outlines five lessons from his time in the Air Force. Despite the military-heavy nature of the conversation, they&#39;re all lessons that apply just about anywhere.</p><p><br></p><p>If you like The Last Question, leave us a rate and review! Even if you&#39;re not a fan, we want your feedback! You can also email Arun directly at:</p><p>arun@enabledword.com</p><p><br></p><p>For more on our coaching programs, go to:</p><p><a href="coaching.enabledlead.com" rel="nofollow">coaching.enabledlead.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>To join the community as a leader looking to push yourself and others toward a better future, subscribe to the newsletter at:</p><p><a href="http://www.enabledword.com" rel="nofollow">www.enabledword.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Or find us on Facebook and join our private group: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/teachtrainlead" rel="nofollow">Teach, Train, LEAD</a></p><p><br></p><p>Enjoy the rest of your week and remember, no matter how stressful the day, take a breath of fresh air, hug a loved one, and strive to lead <em>well</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>#leadership #peoplemattermost</p><p>#LeadersCoach &amp; #CoachesLead</p> f971eb25-7d8b-4b93-83c4-fdccc6f8280a https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/9ac16914-3dd6-47f4-8f19-ca4ba3e89d80 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 20:23:00 +0000 5575 false full Lead Your Week: How Do You Feel When Others Succeed? Lead Your Week: How Do You Feel When Others Succeed? 1 Lazarus This week, ask yourself: How Do I Feel When Others Succeed? Leadership is about investing in others, and building our replacements. Doing so requires an investment in others that ensures their success ahead of our own. But if you struggle to find fulfillment in others' wins, ask yourself why.

]]> <p>This week, ask yourself: How Do I Feel When Others Succeed? Leadership is about investing in others, and building our replacements. Doing so requires an investment in others that ensures their success ahead of our own. But if you struggle to find fulfillment in others&#39; wins, ask yourself why.</p> 55c94423-dfa1-4122-84c3-2cd4a7a248b6 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/c8ad7188-3ca7-4c65-b1d2-f26125b91389 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 10:20:00 +0000 938 false full Can You Train Ethical Leadership? | Chelsea Ragland Can You Train Ethical Leadership? | Chelsea Ragland 6 1 Lazarus Chelsea Ragland is an Air Force intelligence officer who started her career as an ICBM crewmember. Rising to become a mission commander and senior instructor for a team of 65 operators, Chelsea developed multiple programs--including a comprehensive upgrade program for crew commanders--and was a key force who helped transform the unit into a lethal, tight-knit fighting force.


Assigned together 2014-2016, Arun and Chelsea experienced the gamut of leadership challenges. On this week's podcast, they talk about Chelsea's background and path into military service, how her approach to leadership has evolved, and whether you can train someone to act in an ethical manner.


DISCLAIMER: Opinions discussed in this podcast are exclusively the speaker's and do not represent positions or policies held by the U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense, or U.S. Government.


Enabled Word exists to build better leaders. So together we can build a better future. For more, visit:

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If you like this episode, please share it with a friend! Rate, review, or send us your feedback too. You're welcome to let us know your thoughts directly in the app or by emailing us at:

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]]> <p>Chelsea Ragland is an Air Force intelligence officer who started her career as an ICBM crewmember. Rising to become a mission commander and senior instructor for a team of 65 operators, Chelsea developed multiple programs--including a comprehensive upgrade program for crew commanders--and was a key force who helped transform the unit into a lethal, tight-knit fighting force.</p><p><br></p><p>Assigned together 2014-2016, Arun and Chelsea experienced the gamut of leadership challenges. On this week&#39;s podcast, they talk about Chelsea&#39;s background and path into military service, how her approach to leadership has evolved, and whether you can train someone to act in an ethical manner.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>DISCLAIMER: Opinions discussed in this podcast are exclusively the speaker&#39;s and do not represent positions or policies held by the U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense, or U.S. Government.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Enabled Word exists to build better leaders. So together we can build a better future. For more, visit:</p><p>www.enabledword.com</p><p><br></p><p>To learn about our coaching program, visit:</p><p>coaching.enabledlead.com</p><p><br></p><p>If you like this episode, please share it with a friend! Rate, review, or send us your feedback too. You&#39;re welcome to let us know your thoughts directly in the app or by emailing us at:</p><p>arun@enabledword.com</p> 0057c0f9-aa8b-4208-8ad2-b2485fbad1cf https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/73ece6b7-bc44-499b-ab06-21b7e40820f8 Thu, 22 Apr 2021 20:23:00 +0000 8266 false full Lead Your Week: 5 Steps to Take Responsibility Lead Your Week: 5 Steps to Take Responsibility 1 Lazarus Two weeks ago, Arun asked himself: How Will I Take Responsibility? This week, push your answer forward by considering these 5 Steps. No matter where you're coming from, no matter where you're going, to take responsibility is to contribute to a better future for all of us.


Subscribe to Arun's newsletter!


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Connect with Arun directly on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by email at arun@enabledword.com.

]]> <p>Two weeks ago, Arun asked himself: How Will I Take Responsibility? This week, push your answer forward by considering these 5 Steps. No matter where you&#39;re coming from, no matter where you&#39;re going, to take responsibility is to contribute to a better future for all of us.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://eepurl.com/dNXQ2E" rel="nofollow">Subscribe</a> to Arun&#39;s newsletter!</p><p><br></p><p>Learn about <a href="coaching.enabledlead.com" rel="nofollow">Enabled Leader</a>, our signature leadership coaching program.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/enabledword" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/enabledword" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/enabledword" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Arun directly on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/achittur" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alchittur" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/alchittur" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>, or by email at arun@enabledword.com.</p> 4ce25e97-20f7-4ca5-abe6-a7a1b52e02b2 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/8396f9a7-ecd6-403b-8086-8c3b3c290a6a Mon, 19 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1832 false full Create Your Opportunity to Lead and Serve | Dr. Allie Butler Create Your Opportunity to Lead and Serve | Dr. Allie Butler 5 1 Lazarus Dr. Allie Butler is an Air Force veteran and former meteorologist now serving patients as a practicing pharmacist and owner of a diabetes consultancy in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. This week, Arun welcomes Allies to TLQ to discuss her path from the military to healthcare, how she's created her own path to service after the military, and the challenge of leading yourself, your family, and your community at the same time.


If you or someone you know need support after being diagnosed as diabetic or pre-diabetic, invite them to visit Diabetes Battle Buddy or follow them on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.


Connect with Allie directly here on LinkedIn.


Enabled Word and its family of programs exists for one reason: to develop the dynamic, adaptive leaders we need to build a better future for all. Visit Enabled Leader to learn more about our signature, 1-on-1 coaching program. Book a call to enroll or ask about our Leaders of Influence group program. Become the Leader You Want to Be.


If you like this episode, check out the others in our library! Leave a rating and review to let us know what you think and click here to subscribe to the Enabled Word newsletter to be first to learn about our programs, what we're working on next, and the chance to get involved in our mission to build better futures through better leadership.

]]> <p>Dr. Allie Butler is an Air Force veteran and former meteorologist now serving patients as a practicing pharmacist and owner of a diabetes consultancy in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. This week, Arun welcomes Allies to TLQ to discuss her path from the military to healthcare, how she&#39;s created her own path to service after the military, and the challenge of leading yourself, your family, and your community at the same time.</p><p><br></p><p>If you or someone you know need support after being diagnosed as diabetic or pre-diabetic, invite them to visit <a href="https://www.diabetesbattlebuddy.com" rel="nofollow">Diabetes Battle Buddy</a> or follow them on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DiabetesBattleBuddy/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/diabetesbattlebuddy/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/diabetes-battle-buddy/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Allie directly <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/allie-butler-pharmd-bcmtms-%E2%9C%AA-52395339/" rel="nofollow">here</a> on LinkedIn.</p><p><br></p><p>Enabled Word and its family of programs exists for one reason: to develop the dynamic, adaptive leaders we need to build a better future for all. Visit <a href="https://coaching.enabledlead.com" rel="nofollow">Enabled Leader</a> to learn more about our signature, 1-on-1 coaching program. Book a call to enroll or ask about our Leaders of Influence group program. Become the Leader You Want to Be.</p><p><br></p><p>If you like this episode, check out the others in our library! Leave a rating and review to let us know what you think and <a href="http://eepurl.com/dNXQ2E" rel="nofollow">click here</a> to subscribe to the Enabled Word newsletter to be first to learn about our programs, what we&#39;re working on next, and the chance to get involved in our mission to build better futures through better leadership.</p> d4693a58-1417-4d70-972c-55e324d1bf03 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/94bf751f-9562-42ca-a891-2f5d0d768879 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:23:00 +0000 4813 false full Lead Your Week: Are You Prepared to Take the "Bullet"? Lead Your Week: Are You Prepared to Take the "Bullet"? 1 Lazarus Some days, a leader's only task is to take the "bullets" on their team's behalf. If you're responsible for the performance of other people, or are soon stepping into such a role, are you prepared to take ownership of their performance? Are you prepared to tell anyone who asks--especially your boss--that you are the one responsible when things go wrong? This week, ask yourself: Am I Prepared to Take the "Bullet"?

]]> <p>Some days, a leader&#39;s only task is to take the &#34;bullets&#34; on their team&#39;s behalf. If you&#39;re responsible for the performance of other people, or are soon stepping into such a role, are you prepared to take ownership of their performance? Are you prepared to tell anyone who asks--especially your boss--that you are the one responsible when things go wrong? This week, ask yourself: Am I Prepared to Take the &#34;Bullet&#34;?</p> 69795f57-761b-4729-9ff1-9ab6e3aff86f https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/df4a29a1-7441-4151-9e19-d1c6786eb56c Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 768 false full "Everyone Has a Plan Until They Get Punched In the Mouth" "Everyone Has a Plan Until They Get Punched In the Mouth" 4 1 Lazarus This week, Arun explores difficult conversations. Why do we avoid them? Why do we avoid asking tough questions? Even if it's the most important way to prepare for the future? For more on our coaching programs, visit: coaching.enabledlead.com Contact Arun: arun@enabledword.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Like what you're hearing? Let us know your thoughts! Rate, review, share an episode with someone you think would find value in it! This week, Arun explores difficult conversations. Why do we avoid them? Why do we avoid asking tough questions? Even if it's the most important way to prepare for the future?

]]> <p>This week, Arun explores difficult conversations. Why do we avoid them? Why do we avoid asking tough questions? Even if it&#39;s the most important way to prepare for the future?</p> 8a9dcd9b-5c03-4703-97cb-6a3c72796058 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/a607b265-2027-4af8-b04c-d33c9b615e8d Thu, 08 Apr 2021 20:23:00 +0000 4403 false full Lead Your Week: How Will I Take Responsibility? Lead Your Week: How Will I Take Responsibility? 1 Lazarus It's easy to act off emotion, to say or share the first thing that comes to mind. What's better? Taking responsibility for your response AND what you can do that provides value to others around you. This week, ask yourself: How Will I Take Responsibility? It's easy to act off emotion, to say or share the first thing that comes to mind. What's better? Taking responsibility for your response AND what you can do that provides value to others around you. This week, ask yourself: How Will I Take Responsibility?

]]> <p>It&#39;s easy to act off emotion, to say or share the first thing that comes to mind. What&#39;s better? Taking responsibility for your response AND what you can do that provides value to others around you. This week, ask yourself: How Will I Take Responsibility?</p> 8bbaa78f-e99e-44b9-a6dc-d26f87e51701 https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/4cb6fa2f-fd16-41f5-9a11-cecd9c054540 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1222 false full Introducing Our Coaching Programs Introducing Our Coaching Programs 3 1 Lazarus This week, Arun walks through the genesis of our new coaching programs--Enabled Leader and Leaders of Influence. Both open for enrollment April 1, 2021! This week, Arun walks through the genesis of our new coaching programs--Enabled Leader and Leaders of Influence. Both open for enrollment April 1, 2021!

]]> <p>This week, Arun walks through the genesis of our new coaching programs--Enabled Leader and Leaders of Influence. Both open for enrollment April 1, 2021!</p> 2bb5c493-7d8f-405c-a5d5-44296bac1a6d https://redcircle.com/shows/85346a1e-643c-46cc-a1ad-45eb3a89214a/episodes/ff2f030c-25f4-40ce-aaf0-51cdf93e43ad Thu, 01 Apr 2021 20:23:00 +0000 3592 false full Lead Your Week: Ask WHY Lead Your Week: Ask WHY 1 Lazarus Welcome to our first Monday "Meditation," a question to lead your week and get you thinking about what matters most. This week, asking "why" is one of the most powerful things you can do to focus on what's important and shine light on the tasks, ideas, and assumptions holding you and your team back from having a positive impact on the world. Welcome to our first Monday "Meditation," a question to lead your week and get you thinking about what matters most. This week, asking "why" is one of the most powerful things you can do to focus on what's important and shine light on the tasks, ideas, and assumptions holding you and your team back from having a positive impact on the world.

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